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  • Looking for community service hours? Lincoln Elementary is looking for student volunteers to help with games, food, and fun at their Fall Carnival on Friday, October 23 from 4:30 to 7:30 PM. Many of our students have served at Lincoln through Middle School Athletics or Service Day, and this is a great opportunity to head back and serve their community again! Interested in volunteering? Contact Lincoln Elementary Principal Jensie Ogiela-Stroh at ogieljt@nv.ccsd.net (10/23) HS

  • The Miracle League of Las Vegas is looking for volunteer “buddies” to support players during its Fall Baseball Season from September 26 through November 14! Multiple shifts are available each Saturday, and their goal is to provide a buddy for every player. Returning volunteers can click here to sign up using their existing account. New volunteers should click here to create an account before signing up for a shift. Please remember that signing up is a commitment to the players and their families! (11/14), HS

  • Help make the Monster Mash a spooktacular night! 🎃 Beverly Mathis Elementary PTO is looking for 10 to 15 student volunteers to help with their Monster Mash on Thursday, October 29 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Volunteers should arrive by 4:30 PM to help with setup and receive their assignments. Interested in volunteering or have questions? Contact Julie Baugess at president@beverlymathis.org. (10/29), HS

  • Help bring Doral Saddle’s Trunk or Treat to life! 🎃 Volunteers are needed throughout the day to help with setup, decorations, games, food, bounce houses, check in, the haunted maze, cleanup, and more! Setup shifts are available from 8:00 to 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and 2:00 to 4:00 PM, with event shifts from 3:15 to 6:15 PM and 5:15 to 8:15 PM. Volunteers can work more than one shift. Fill out the SignUpGenius here to volunteer! (10/25) HS

  • Get into the Halloween spirit while giving back! 🎃 Good Samaritan Lutheran Church is looking for volunteers for its annual Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 24 from 4:30 to 8:00 PM at both the Windmill and Sahara campuses. Volunteers will help with carnival games, face painting, crafts, and more! Sign up through MobileServe and be sure to select the correct location. (10/25) HS

  • Take your community service to new heights! 🏃‍♂️ The American Lung Association is looking for student volunteers for its annual Fight For Air Climb: Scale the STRAT on Sunday, February 21, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM! Volunteers will help with registration, cheering on climbers, event setup, and more while supporting individuals and families affected by lung disease. Click here to sign up! (2/14) HS

  • Be part of an unforgettable night while giving back! ✨ Best Buddies Nevada is looking for student volunteers for its Champion of the Year Gala on Saturday, October 24, at Caesars Palace! Volunteers will assist with event setup, registration, auction activities, checkout, and cleanup. Morning and evening shifts are available, with opportunities throughout the day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Click here to view available shifts and sign up! (10/23) HS

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  • Academic Support – Free Tutoring (starting September 8, 2026) Monday - Thursday afternoons from 2:45-3:45 pm and Tuesday mornings from 7:30–8:30 am in Room 406 (Canarelli Academic Support Center) High School Honors Society students are available to support both middle school and high school students in all subjects. Students should come prepared with their materials and specific questions to make the most of the session. (5/17), MS & HS

  • MS Homework Club - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15-4:00 pm in Portable 52 (starting August 13, 2026) After school, MS students can go to FAST, but FAST is not always an environment conducive to working on and/or getting help on homework. Homework club seeks to provide a place where students can have a silent environment strictly for the purposes of working on homework assignments. The teacher is available to help students one-on-one as they work. However, the teacher will not sit down with a student and go through an entire assignment with them, problem by problem, for example. (5/14), MS

  • Hi Families, we are excited to partner with Excel Academy to offer several SAT and PSAT Bootcamps throughout the 2026 to 2027 school year. These two-day bootcamps are designed to help students build confidence, strengthen test-taking strategies, and prepare for upcoming SAT and PSAT exams. Please see the attached flyers for registration information, dates, and location details. Space is limited, so families are encouraged to register early. Register Here!

    • Upcoming Bootcamps:

      • October 7th PSAT (Grades 9 to 11)

        • September 26 to 27, 2026

        • Prepares students for the October 3 SAT and October 7 PSAT/NMSQT.

      • National SAT Bootcamps

        • August 15 to 16, 2026 – Prepares for the August 22 SAT

        • September 5 to 6, 2026 – Prepares for the September 12 SAT

        • October 31 to November 1, 2026 – Prepares for the November 7 SAT

        • November 21 to 22, 2026 –Prepares for the December 5 SAT

        • April 24 to 25, 2027 – Prepares for the May 1 SAT

        • May 22 to 23, 2027 – Prepares for the June 5 SAT (12/1) HS

  • Please see the link below for up-to-date information on the college counseling department, along with upcoming college visits, scholarships & information Sessions! Newsletter Link (5/1) HS

  • Get a sneak peek at life as a Faith Lutheran High School Crusader! 🎓 Join us for High School Preview Night on Tuesday, October 27, from 4:15 to 7:30 PM! Current Faith Lutheran students and prospective families are invited to explore everything our high school has to offer, including academics, FLex, athletics, academies, fine arts, student life, and more! Families can attend the presentations and sessions that interest them most. Be sure to register here! We can't wait to see you there! (10/26) MS

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  • MS Sport Season Schedule: Click the title to view the schedule. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the MS Athletic Administrative Assistant at renee.dewey@flhsemail.org or 702-804-4302. MS

  • Middle School Winter Sports Interest Meeting. Parents and students are encouraged to attend. Wednesday, October 28th at 4:00 PM in the Aux Gym. Tryout Date/Time Link (10/29) MS

  • FLMS GIRLS Pre-Try Out Basketball Skills and Drills for all 6th-8th grade:

    Tuesday November 10th and Thursday November 12th: 3:30-5 pm.

    Located in the Arena, which is the newer gym closest to the Football Field.

    These are free and optional, a great way to check out if playing basketball is

    a good fit for you! See Coach Schwartz with any questions. (11/12) MS

  • FLMS GIRLS 6th-8th Basketball Try-out:

    Tuesday Nov. 18: 3:30-5:30 pm, Wednesday Nov. 19: 3:30-5:30 pm, and Thursday Nov. 20: 3:30-5:30 pm in the Aux gym. We are hopeful to conclude Try-outs on Wednesday, and use Thursday as a 7th and 8th Black and Maroon team practice day. Plan to attend all three days, everything will be announced during try-outs. (11/20) MS

  • HS Sport Season Schedule

    • Fall: Football 7/27/26 - 11/24/26

    • Fall: Non-Football Sports 8/1/26 - 11/24/26

    • Winter: 11/14/26 - 2/27/27

    • Spring: 2/13/27 - 5/15/26

    • High School Head Coach Contact List: Click here!

    • If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the HS Athletic Administrative Assistant at heidi.cohen@flhsemail.org or 702-804-4425.

  • HS Boys Basketball tryouts are November 14th. Tryout times are as follows: sophomores/juniors/seniors are at 11:00am and freshman at 1:30pm. Remember you cannot try out if your registration in Aktivate is not completed. This should be completed by November 6th. Email Coach Rama at flhsboysbasketball@flhsemail.org with any questions.

    Please click the link below for access to the flyer and to information for Aktivate.

    26/27 TRYOUT INFORMATION (11/13) HS

  • Aktivate: Registration for the 2026/2027 school year opened 6/1/26. If you are planning on participating in High School Sports, we recommend completing your Aktivate registration & physical as soon as possible The website is as follows: www.aktivate.com, MS & HS

  • MS & HS Sports Physicals – Please use NEW NIAA Physical forms as of 6/5/25: You can obtain the most current physical forms/instructions from Crusader Connect, Resources Page, under MS/HS Sports Registration Information. Aktivate Instructions/NIAA NEW Physical Forms, MS & HS

    • Please do not use the physical forms provided by the doctor’s office. They are usually not current and will be rejected.

    • Physicals expire 12 months from the date of exam. –Up to date physicals are required for the 2026/2027 school year. It is recommended to schedule your physical over the summer break so it’s good for the whole year.

    • All completed physicals must be uploaded into Aktivate for approval. --If your athlete’s physical expires before or during their season, they will not be allowed to try out for a team.

    • Example: Your child is trying out for a fall sport, your previously completed physical was done on 11/10/25. The physical is expired as of 11/10/26. It will not be valid for the 2026/2027 Fall season since it expires during the Fall season. A new physical must be obtained before the season in order for your athlete to try out for their Fall sport.

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  • Check out our upcoming performances! Buy your tickets here! Concerts are free to attend, but we do ask that you RSVP through the ticketing site!

    10/6 @ 6pm - MS Fall Concert

    10/13 @ 6pm - HS Band/Orchestra/Guitar Concert

    10/15 @ 6pm - HS Choir/Handbells Concert

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  • Laptop Reminder:

    • Make sure your laptop has a case! The IT team has seen more damaged devices this year.

    • No case: Full repair cost ($400–$500)

    • With case: Only $100 repair fee

    • Handle your laptop carefully and keep it protected! Questions? Stop by the IT Department. HS

  • The first yearbook deadline for Senior Ads or Senior PDAs is Oct. 15. The next deadline is Dec. 15. Click the link for more information on Senior Portraits, Senior Ads/PDAs and Senior Bios. (12/15) HS

  • Middle School Book Club! In room 325 during your lunch on the following dates: 10/22, 11/12, 11/19, and 12/3 See Mrs. Wandel or Mrs. Hoffman for more information! (12/3) MS

  • Do you LOVE Disney? Disney Film Studies meets every Tuesday in Mrs. Handlon's room from 3:15-4:00 (11/30) MS

  • Sports Statistics & Debate Club: Interested in sports, statistics, or debating? Join the Sports Statistics & Debate Club to discuss sports-related topics, analyze statistics, and participate in evidence-based debates while developing critical thinking and public speaking skills. No prior experience is required. All interested high school students are welcome! (5/15) HS

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  • 🚨 Students, please remember to use the crosswalks during pickup, especially on Sandstone Bluffs! 🚨

  • All deliveries for students will go to the back of the school. Items dropped off by parents will be accepted beginning at 8:30am until 1:30pm by The Shield warehouse green gate. A sign on the gate will provide instructions to obtain access to the rack for items. Parents will be able to place their student’s items on the rack that can be accessed by the student via the Student Center. We will not be responsible for monitoring or securing any item on the rack. This includes phones, computer devices, musical instruments, or homework. Balloons, gifts, group food for classes, flowers, etc. may not be dropped off for students! Thank you for understanding! MS, HS

  • Find Community and purpose with Moms in Prayer! We are mothers who, together, bring all our concerns before our Heavenly Father. In prayer, we know that we are not alone and this gives us reassurance and hope. Let us stand with you in prayer for your children and their schools. We are delighted to meet you! Come pray with us! To learn more about Moms in Prayer International, visit MomsInPrayer.org.

  • Help support your Faith Lutheran Thrift Store! Would you like to help our school? Do you like giving your time for a worthy cause? We would love to have you volunteer in our Thrift Store! Call or email Julie Pijnappels at (702) 242-0224 and Julie.Pijnappels@FLHSemail.org.

    • Furniture to donate? Please email us at donate@flhsemail.org. Include your address, cross streets, and a brief description of your items along with a photo!

    • We have two convenient ways for you to donate your items to the Thrift Store!

      • Donate at the Thrift Store (2211 S. Rainbow Blvd. ) from 10am - 2pm! Roll around to the back and buzz us. We’ll be right there to unload for you!

      • Drop your items in the on-campus donation box, located between the football and baseball fields in the roundabout.

  • Make drop off and pick up a little easier! Check out our Drop Off & Pick Up videos for helpful tips on navigating campus!

  • Visitor parking is available in three convenient locations on campus: in front of the Administration Building, the Buuck Center, and the Hooks Center. If one area is full, please proceed to one of the other visitor parking areas. Please see this map for exact locations! 

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Below are our current open positions. Click here to view our employment page and learn more about each position!

  • On-Call Bus Driver

    • The On-Call Bus Driver plays an important role in safely transporting students, staff, and chaperones to events and field trips. This position helps ensure a smooth and reliable travel experience while maintaining a safe, clean, and well-managed vehicle. Ideal for someone who is responsible, safety-focused, and enjoys supporting students beyond the classroom.

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This devotion pairs with this weekend’s Lutheran Hour sermon, which can be found at lhm.org.

This devotion pairs with this weekend’s Lutheran Hour sermon, which can be found at lhm.org.

He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers. The wicked are not so, but are like chaff that the wind drives away. (Psalm 1:3-4)

Scripture has a lot to tell us about plant life and growing things, but not for the purpose of giving us gardening advice. Through these Spirit-inspired words about life and growth, God leads us to grow in faith. We learn about trees, fruit, vineyards, mustard seeds, lilies of the field, grains of wheat, roots, and fruitful branches. In His parable of the sower, Jesus compares the preaching of God’s Word to the work of a farmer who scatters seed in a nearly reckless way. In Jesus’ teaching, there are four possible outcomes for this scattered seed. Some of the seeds are snatched from a path by birds. Other seeds cannot sink strong roots into rocky soil and so wither and die. Some of the seeds manage to grow, only to be choked by thorns. These examples of failed growth represent those who hear the Word of God and choose, ultimately, to reject it. The scattered seed of the Word also falls onto good soil, into human hearts where by God’s grace it grows and bears the fruit of faith and godly living.

Jesus’ parable addresses four possible outcomes. Our psalm describes only two outcomes brought about by different responses to God’s Word: a growing, fruitful tree or windblown, discarded chaff. The wicked are not rooted in faith. They are the people who willfully and stubbornly choose to reject the Lord and His Word. As a result, the wicked are like chaff, the broken bits of stalks and leaves separated from the grains and carried away by the wind. The wicked are not rooted in faith. God knows their evil ways and they will not stand before His throne in righteousness on the Day of Judgment.

The second outcome in the psalm teaches us about the people who are righteous because they trust in the Lord. They delight in His Word and believe His promises. They grow like thriving, fruitful trees. By God’s grace through faith in Jesus, we stand among these blessed, fruit-bearing trees. We are rooted in Jesus our Savior, the Son of God who took on human flesh and grew up before God “like a young plant, and like a root out of dry ground” (Isaiah 53:2a). We are righteous because Jesus bore our sins in His body on the tree of the cross. We are united to Him, the true Vine, growing and nourished by the gift of His body and blood. Through the reading and study of His Word we are refreshed with the living water that is the Spirit of God. Whatever the season, whatever the circumstances, we grow and yield the fruit of love and service.

WE PRAY: Jesus, nourish me through Your Word and Sacrament so that I will grow in faith toward You and in love toward others. Amen.

Reflection Questions:

  1. Do you like caring for plants? Are there plants you find difficult to grow? If so, why is that?

  2. What do you think it means when the Bible says that “in all that he does, he prospers”?

  3. How does knowing that Jesus gives us water from which we will never thirst again (see John 4:13-14) give you hope and comfort?

Today's Readings:

Jeremiah 3-5
Acts 27:1-26

This Daily Devotion was written by Dr. Carol Geisler