Announcements 10/28/24
LUNCH TODAY: Getting in the Harry Potter Spirit…
Lumos Loco Moco Feast (A spellbinding Hawaiian meal that lights up your taste buds!)
Phoenix Feather Tenders (Crispy Chicken Tenders, fiery enough to revive your hunger like a phoenix!)
Sorcerer’s Stone Pie (A mystical pizza that grants everlasting flavor and satisfaction)
Howling Hogsmeade Hound & Goblin Chips (A magical hot dog paired with fries so good, even goblins can’t resist)
LUNCH TUESDAY: Nagini’s Nacho Nest (A dangerously delicious pile of beef nachos, packed with a bite worthy of Voldemort’s loyal serpent!)
Hogwarts House Pie (A pizza so appealing, students from every Hogwarts house will love it! Fit for every wizard and witch!)
Bludger Bacon Burger & Quaffle Fries (A hefty burger that’ll knock hunger out of the park, served with fries as golden as a quaffle!)
Flaming Fawkes Fire Fries (A spicy, cheesy plate of fries that blazes with flavor like Dumbledore’s loyal phoenix, Fawkes!)
DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
October 28, 2024
LUNCH TODAY: Getting in the Harry Potter Spirit…
Lumos Loco Moco Feast (A spellbinding Hawaiian meal that lights up your taste buds!)
Phoenix Feather Tenders (Crispy Chicken Tenders, fiery enough to revive your hunger like a phoenix!)
Sorcerer’s Stone Pie (A mystical pizza that grants everlasting flavor and satisfaction)
Howling Hogsmeade Hound & Goblin Chips (A magical hot dog paired with fries so good, even goblins can’t resist)
LUNCH TUESDAY: Nagini’s Nacho Nest (A dangerously delicious pile of beef nachos, packed with a bite worthy of Voldemort’s loyal serpent!)
Hogwarts House Pie (A pizza so appealing, students from every Hogwarts house will love it! Fit for every wizard and witch!)
Bludger Bacon Burger & Quaffle Fries (A hefty burger that’ll knock hunger out of the park, served with fries as golden as a quaffle!)
Flaming Fawkes Fire Fries (A spicy, cheesy plate of fries that blazes with flavor like Dumbledore’s loyal phoenix, Fawkes!)
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Students, please submit your VOLUNTEER SERVICE HOURS for 2024-2025 within 30 days of completing your hours. Organizations and needs can be found on the Community Crusade site on your Crusader Connect Resource board. High School students must complete and submit at least 20 hours per year by May 15, 2025.
Congratulations to the following for being selected as Students and Teacher of the month for the month of October: Emily Tan and Claire Franks, teacher: Señor Heupel (11/7)
High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Interest???
Who: All high school Boys and Girls interested in Wrestling this Winter.
High School Wrestling Preseason Practices
When: Practices are usually Monday - Thursday from 3p-4:30p
Where: The Wrestling Room (in the Northwest corner of the Aux Gym).
Please contact Coach Gonzales and he will add you to the weekly email list.
rayes.gonzales@flhsemail.org (11/18)
SERVICE HOUR OPPORTUNITY!! This Saturday! The mission of the Miracle League of Las Vegas is to provide children and adults with cognitive and/or physical challenges in the greater Las Vegas community the opportunity to play baseball in a safe and nurturing environment. Players are paired with a Buddy, both at bat and while in the field, for the entire game. No experience needed. We need buddy volunteers for Miracle League players for the following fall season Saturday game days! Sign-up details may be found on our website volunteer page, https://miracleleaguelasvegas.com/volunteer. The following shifts are available: (11/8)
Saturday 11-2-24
7:45 - 11:00am
10:45am - 1:00pm
12:45 - 3:00pm
2:45 - 5:00pm
Saturday 11-9-24
7:45 - 11:00am
10:45am - 1:00pm
12:45 - 3:00pm
2:45 - 5:00pm
Bailey Elementary Fence Repairing
9a-12pm on Saturday 11/2
Located at 4245 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89122
Refreshments will be provided
Volunteers should wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes
If you are interested in trying out for High School BOYS Basketball, please fill out this form: HS BOYS BASKETBALL TRYOUT INTEREST FORM Please remember you cannot try out if your registration in Aktivate is not completed. Email Coach Rama at flhsboysbasketball@flhsemail.org with any questions. (11/1)
It’s Football Intramural time! HS Flag Football Intramurals has kicked off to a great start. If you are interested in playing HS flag football this winter season, and you are currently not in a HS Fall sport, come out and have some fun. Please reach out to varsity coach Rodney Detommaso or Athletic Director Cy Frederick for intramural dates. We hope to see you there. For more information regarding HS flag football contact Rodney.detommaso@flhsemail.org or Cy Frederick frederickc@flhsemail.org (11/1)
Did you know Ronald McDonald House Charities serves more than 8,000 families each day around the world, saving them over $311 MILLION a year in hotel costs. Well if you didn’t then you have the chance to learn so much more about this month's charity of the month! This month (October) we will be hosting a raffle to win a boo basket and at the end of the month we will draw the two lucky winners! Also, we will be selling candy and soda at lunch throughout the month! There will also be some other fun different things throughout the month so keep a lookout! If you have any questions Email Skylar.gass28@flhsemail.org or Malika.McMoore28@flhsemail.org (10/31)
Are you interested in High School Track & Field? Fill out the interest form HERE. Information about the season schedule, charges, and other important items will be sent out on November 1st. (11/1)
All girls interested in playing Basketball should contact Coach Karner.
Remember to play High school sports you must register through Aktivate
prior to tryouts. *Tryouts are Nov. 16*, but we will have open gyms
throughout the Fall so contact Coach Karner today! karnerj@flhsemail.org
OR stop by the weight room and say hi. (11/15)
Remember to play High school sports you must register through Aktivate
prior to tryouts. *Tryouts are Nov. 16*, but we will have open gyms
throughout the Fall so contact Coach Karner today! karnerj@flhsemail.org
OR stop by the weight room and say hi. (11/15)
Mid-Level Future Business Leaders of America and DECA will have their Competitive Event Meetings with goodies every Wednesday beginning on August 14th in Room 503 from 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.. Come join us to learn leadership, teamwork and entrepreneurial skills. We will be competing this year in Reno, Nevada in March 2025; details to follow. Any questions email cheryl.burns@flhsemail.org. (11/1)
HS SPORTS REMINDERS
2024/2025 School Year
Aktivate:
If you are planning on participating in High School Sports, please complete your Aktivate registration for the 2024/2025 school year ASAP. The website is as follows: www.aktivate.com
HS Sports Physicals - Please use NEW NIAA Physical forms as of 4/1/23: 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
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 the doctor's signature. --Up to date physicals are required for the 2024/2025 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 11/10/23. The physical is expired as of 11/10/24. It will not be valid for the 2024/2025 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.
HS Sport Season Schedule 2024/2025
Fall: Football - 7/30/24 - 11/27/24
Fall: Non-Football Sports - 8/3/24 - 11/27/24
Winter: 11/16/24 - 2/23/25
Spring: 2/15/25 - 5/18/25
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.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
We would love for your child to join us on the 7th Grade school trip to Boston May 26-30, 2025.
The deadline for signing up for the 7th Grade Boston trip is November 1, 2024.
To REGISTER for this trip:
● Go to www.schooltoursofamerica.com
● Select REGISTER FOR THIS TOUR in the upper right corner
● The Trip ID # assigned to us is #B101. You will need to include this and our school name along with the participant information and payment information.
● REGISTRATION DEADLINE is November 1, 2024 with a minimum of $99.
● FINAL PAYMENT for the trip is due March 17, 2025.
● Go to www.schooltoursofamerica.
● Select REGISTER FOR THIS TOUR in the upper right corner
● The Trip ID # assigned to us is #B101. You will need to include this and our school name along with the participant information and payment information.
● REGISTRATION DEADLINE is November 1, 2024 with a minimum of $99.
● FINAL PAYMENT for the trip is due March 17, 2025.
Please contact Mrs. Carroll or Mr. Paquette for more information. (11/1)
Did you know Ronald McDonald House Charities serves more than 8,000 families each day around the world, saving them over $311 MILLION a year in hotel costs. Well if you didn’t then you have the chance to learn so much more about this month's charity of the month! This month (October) we will be hosting a raffle to win a boo basket and at the end of the month we will draw the two lucky winners! Also, we will be selling candy and soda at lunch throughout the month! There will also be some other fun different things throughout the month so keep a lookout! If you have any questions Email Skylar.gass28@flhsemail.org or Malika.McMoore28@flhsemail.org (10/31)
Middle School Art Club Room 101
Meets on Wednesdays
Casual & Fun! Come CREATE in the studio.
-Advisors: Mr. Preston & Mrs. Preston
-3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS
MS Girls Basketball
Interest Meeting - October 10th at 3:15 pm in the Library
Tryouts will be November 19th, 20th and 21st
3:30 - 5:30 PM in the Aux Gym
Contact Coach Schwartz at schwartzl@flhsemail.org
MS Girls Basketball (11/21)
MS Boys Basketball
Interest Meeting - November 6th at 3:15 pm in the Aux Gym
Tryouts will be November 12th - 14th
Time and Location TBD
Contact Coach Fuller or Coach Brown for 6th grade @ alexchristianfuller@gmail.com, derek.brown@flhsemail.org
MS Boys Basketball Interest Form (11/14)
MS Wrestling
Interest Meeting - October 10th at 3:15 pm in RM 503
Practices Start TBD
6:30 pm- 7:30 pm in the Wrestling Room
DEVOTIONS
Today’s Reading: John 15:12-16, 17-21
Daily Lectionary: Deuteronomy 30:1-20; Matthew 19:1-15
“If the world hates you, know that it has hated Me before it hated you. (John 15:18)
In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. Why did the world hate the apostles Simon and Jude? Their names are tied together on the church calendar today because, according to tradition, they were both martyred on the same day. Why did the world hate them to death? Because they were faithful to Jesus’ doctrine. That’s why.
Simon and Jude both taught that God’s salvation does not depend on sinners choosing Jesus but on Jesus choosing them. They taught that God does not love us because we love Him. We love God because God first loved us. Faithful to their Friend’s doctrine, Simon and Jude both taught that we are not saved by the help of grace; we are saved by grace itself. That’s a huge difference.
Had Simon and Jude taught that God only did His part in our salvation by voting “yes,” and the devil did his part by voting “no,” but now we must do our part and cast the deciding vote– the world would have loved them. Their Jesus would not condemn the world’s works. He would reward them.
Simon and Jude were Jesus’ friends because Jesus Himself is the Friend of sinners. And as friends of the Friend of sinners, Simon and Jude did what Jesus commanded them. They weren’t going to hide “this little gospel light of mine.” They would remain faithful to the Jesus God sent for us.
That Jesus went to the cross for you to cancel your vote. You are saved by that Jesus. That Jesus comes to you every day in your Baptism to keep calling you His friend. You are saved by that Jesus. That Jesus comes to you in the pardon you hear from your fellow friends in Christ and from your pastor. You are saved by that Jesus. That Jesus comes to you at Holy Communion to say to you, “I choose you. I still call you friend. I forgive you all your sins. And the only vote my Father ever listens to now is Mine.”
Thank God for Simon and Jude. For in their being chosen by Jesus, they have taught us God loves and chooses poor, miserable sinners just like us. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.
Almighty God, You chose Your servants Simon and Jude to be numbered among the glorious company of the apostles. As they were faithful and zealous in their mission, so may we, with ardent devotion, make known the love and mercy of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
-Rev. Bradley Drew, pastor of Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Metairie, LA.
Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, KY.
Spend time reading and meditating on God’s Word throughout the Church Year with the Enduring Grace Journal. Includes scripture readings, prayers, prompts, and space for journaling. The Church Year Journal, Enduring Grace, now available from Concordia Publishing House.
