Announcements 11/12/24

LUNCH TODAY:  Taco Tuesday, Pizza, Bacon Cheeseburger & FF, Hot Dog & FF
LUNCH WEDNESDAY: Lasagna Pasta & Bread Stick, Chicken Tenders, Pizza, Crispy Chicken Sandwich & FF
DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
November 12, 2024
 
LUNCH TODAY:  Taco Tuesday, Pizza, Bacon Cheeseburger & FF, Hot Dog & FF
LUNCH WEDNESDAY: Lasagna Pasta & Bread Stick, Chicken Tenders, Pizza, Crispy Chicken Sandwich & FF
 
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.
 
Visual Art Department News: 
Creative and driven artist wanted. Our HS Visual Arts Conservatory Program would like students to prepare for our upcoming auditions. Students should collect a body of artwork to create an art portfolio and attend one of our workshops.
"Still Life Practice Drawing Session"
FOR: Middle school & high school serious artists
WHY: To practice your drawing skills and to have an opportunity to discuss organizing a portfolio.
DATE: Monday, November 18th
TIME: 3:15pm-5:00pm
WHERE: Art Studio Room 101
 
ATTENTIONParents of Winter HS Athletes: Wednesday, November 13th in the CPAC at 6:30 PM we will be holding an HS Athletic Parent meeting to learn about school and athletic department policies.  Your attendance is appreciated and necessary. Thank you! NOVEMBER 13TH in the CPAC @ 6:30 PM (11/13)
 
The National History Day/History & Geography Club is hosting its interest meeting in Mr. Stockley’s room/portable 70 on Wednesday next week (11/13). If you are interested, please fill out this Link. There will be snacks, chips, crumbl cookies, and also drinks. Please email Daniel.Guo26@flhsemail.org for any questions. (11/13)
 
Do you want to be involved in Seussical the Musical? Please click on this link for all the information needed regarding cast, crew, and leadership positions! (12/19)
 
If you are interested in Track & Field, the season information and the season sign-up form can be found HERE. For any questions, please reach out to Coach Fox abbie.fox@flhsemail.org (12/19)
 
The Faith Lutheran Red Cross Club is sponsoring our next blood drive on Thursday, Dec. 5.  Click on this link to sign up, please. Blood Drive Link (12/5)
 
The Multicultural Club is hosting the Annual Ruby Bridges Walk to School day on Thursday, November 14. We will be meeting at Randy's Donuts at 6:45 and begin our walk to school at 7 am. All students, teachers and parents are invited to attend. Please RSVP by clicking this link or scan the QR code in the flyer. (11/13)
 
SENIORS: The Yearbook Google Form at this link needs to be completed by Nov. 15. You need to upload a baby / youth photo and answer a few questions about your activities at FLHS.  More Info Here! (11/15)
SENIORS: Senior portraits are due by Nov. 15 or by Jan. 15 with a $50 fee. Upload your senior portrait at this link if you, a parent, or photographer have not done so.  Not sure? Check the submission checklist.  More Info Here! (1/15)
SENIORS: Yearbook Senior Ads (PDAs) are due Nov. 15 and Jan. 15.  The price of the ads go up in January so don’t delay!!  Order Senior Ads at Jostens.com. Check the Submission Checklist if you are unsure if you have completed this or not.  More Info Here! (1/15)
 
Spring Mock Trial Tryouts Nov. 18-22! Are you interested in law, public speaking, or building teamwork skills? Mock Trial tryouts will be held November 18-22, offering you a chance to explore real courtroom scenarios and practice critical thinking. Whether you’re aiming for a career in law or just looking to boost your confidence and have fun, Mock Trial is a great opportunity to learn, compete, and work closely with peers. Sign up now and make your case! Email Mr. Owen (spencer.owen@flhsemail.org) if you have any questions! Spring Mock Trial Flyer   Google Form Tryout Link (11/22)
 
HS Boys Basketball tryouts are November 16th. Tryout times are as follows: sophomores, juniors, and seniors are at 11am-1pm and freshmen at 1:30pm-3:30pm. Remember you cannot try out if your registration in Aktivate is not completed. Please have this done by November 8th. Email Coach Rama at flhsboysbasketball@flhsemail.org with any questions. (11/16)
 
Breakthrough T1D, formerly JDRF, the leading 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to research and advocacy for type 1 diabetes (T1D) is in need of volunteers in our upcoming Breakthrough T1D Walk on November 16th at UNLV. This event is not just a walk; it’s a celebration of the T1D community that raises awareness of T1D, fosters engagement, and fundraisers to support crucial research efforts that improve the lives of those with T1D and ultimately find a cure.
The Breakthrough T1D Walk offers a great way for volunteers to earn service hours while participating in an incredibly meaningful event for the T1D community. We have volunteer positions available on Friday, November 15th and Saturday, November 16th. All the available volunteer positions can be found here: www.signupgenius.com/go/LasVegasWalk. Whether your members can help for a few hours or the whole day, your support will make a huge difference! Questions, contact ccross@BreakthroughT1D.org (11/14)
 
High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Interest???
Who: All high school Boys and Girls interested in Wrestling this Winter.
Please contact Coach Gonzales if you have any questions: rayes.gonzales@flhsemail.org
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.
 
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)
 
 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
 
Visual Art Department News: 
Creative and driven artist wanted. Our HS Visual Arts Conservatory Program would like students to prepare for our upcoming auditions. Students should collect a body of artwork to create an art portfolio and attend one of our workshops.
"Still Life Practice Drawing Session"
FOR: Middle school & high school serious artists
WHY: To practice your drawing skills and to have an opportunity to discuss organizing a portfolio.
DATE: Monday, November 18th
TIME: 3:15pm-5:00pm
WHERE: Art Studio Room 101
 
Do you want to be involved in Seussical the Musical? Please click on this link for all the information needed regarding cast, crew, and leadership positions! (12/19)
 
The Faith Lutheran Red Cross Club is sponsoring our next blood drive on Thursday, Dec. 5.  Click on this link to sign up, please. Blood Drive Link (12/5)
 
The Multicultural Club is hosting the Annual Ruby Bridges Walk to School day on Thursday, November 14. We will be meeting at Randy's Donuts at 6:45 and begin our walk to school at 7 am. All students, teachers and parents are invited to attend. Please RSVP by clicking this link or scan the QR code in the flyer. (11/13)
 
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
-Contactmaria.preston@flhsemail.org (12/19)
 
 
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
or Coach Proctor at casey.proctor.30@gmail.com Please see attached interest form:
 
MS Boys Basketball
Interest Meeting - November 6th at 3:15 pm in the Aux Gym
Tryouts will be November 12th - 14th 
6th Grade Boys Basketball Tryout Dates/Times
November 12th in Aux Gym 4:00 - 5:30 PM
November 13th in the Arena starting at 4:00 - 5:30 PM
November 14th in the Aux Gym starting at 4:00 - 5:30 PM
 
7th Grade Boys Basketball Tryout Dates/Times
November 12th in Aux Gym 5:30 - 7:00 PM
November 13th in Arena 5:30 - 7:00 PM
November 14th in Aux Gym 5:30 - 7:00 PM
 
8th Grade Boys Basketball Tryout Dates/Times
November 12th in Aux Gym 7:00 - 8:00 PM
November 13th in Arena 7:00 - 8:00 PM
November 14th in Aux Gym 7:00 - 8:00 PM
 
Contact Coach Fuller or Coach Brown for 6th grade @ alexchristianfuller@gmail.comderek.brown@flhsemail.org 
Contact Coach Ongman for 7/8 B @ ongmank@flhsemail.org
Contact Coach Anderson for 7 A @ keywalianderson@yahoo.com  
Contact Coach Brown for 8 A @ mmbdetroit@outlook.com  
 
MS Wrestling
Practices Start Tuesday 11/12
6:30 pm- 7:30 pm in the Wrestling Room
Practice will be each week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 
Contact Coach Pittman @ bryan_s_p@yahoo.com (11/11)
 
DEVOTIONS
Today’s Reading: Hebrews 9:24-28
Daily Lectionary: Jeremiah 25:1-18Matthew 26:1-19
For Christ has entered, not into holy places made with hands, which are copies of the true things, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God on our behalf… But as it is, he has appeared once for all at the end of the ages to put away sin by the sacrifice of himself. (Hebrews 9:24, 26b)
In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. 
Is there anything worse than standing at someone’s face when you’re in trouble? Maybe you had to tell your dad you broke the car window with a baseball or tell your mom that you dropped her pottery bowl on the ceramic tile floor.
There’s nothing worse than having to stand at someone’s face in judgment. 
But then there’s Holy God! To stand at his face, where’s relief from that?
Wait. Someone’s standing at the face of God! It’s Jesus. Holy and blameless. He stands with no sin of His own. Why is He standing there? The Letter to the Hebrew Christians tells of Jesus standing at the Father’s face on our behalf (Hebrews 9:24). He’s at His Father’s face not for Himself, but for you, for me
Are we troubled? Is Satan able to twist your conscience with guilt? He keeps bringing up your malice and inadequacies. Are the demons covering you in shame for what you have done, but also for what has been done to you? 
You have someone standing in your place before the Father. The Apostle John says this: You have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous! (1 John 2:1-2) The Apostle Paul speaks of Jesus testifying to his Father on your behalf: Jesus is at the right hand of God interceding for you! (Romans 8:34) 
What is Jesus saying on your behalf? What is His intercession for you? It is the testimony of his own blood. Jesus testifies that His sacrifice on the cross has put away your sin (Hebrews 9:26). With your sin put away, you’re guilty no more. You are no longer covered in shame. Jesus covers you in the honor of His own Name. 
We do, indeed, stand at the face of the Father, but there’s relief. By the word of Jesus, you stand before His Father with no sin, no guilt, and no shame. You are now clothed in honor— you have Jesus’ Name on you! 
In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.
Lord of life, according to your abundant mercy, blot out my transgressions. Declare me clean of all my sin. Against you only have I sinned. Purge me with the blood of the cross, cleanse me and my conscience will be whiter than snow. Create in me a clean heart, O God, and give me your Spirit. Let me stand before your face in righteousness, and take not your Holy Spirit from me. Amen. [paraphrase from Psalm 51]
-Rev. Warren Graff, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church in Albuquerque, NM
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.
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