WEDNESDAY WORD

Volume 51, Issue 16 ATONEMENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL December 5, 2018 www.alcs.org

2018-19 Theme

Verse: In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. Matthew 5:16 (ESV)

Principal’s Notes:

As we approach the Advent/Christmas season we let our light shine in our worship during this wonderful and special season. Please join us for worship with the many opportunities you will see below.

Advent and Christmas Worship Opportunities 2018 Wednesday 12/5/18- Advent Midweek Service (Dinner at 6pm and Worship at 7pm) in the Gym Saturday 12/8/18 (5 p.m.) - Advent Week 2 Worship Sunday 12/9/18 (8 & 10:30 a.m.) - Advent Week 2 Worship Sunday 12/9/18(6 p.m.) - Joyous Sounds Wednesday 12/12/18- Advent Midweek Service (Dinner at 6pm and Worship at 7pm) in the Gym Saturday 12/15/18(5 p.m.) - Advent Week 3 Worship Sunday 12/16/18 (8 & 10:30 a.m.) - Advent Week 3 Worship Tuesday 12/18/18 (7 p.m.) - School Christmas Program Wednesday 12/19/18—Advent Midweek Service (Dinner at 6pm and Worship at 7pm) in the Gym Saturday 12/22/18 (5 p.m.) – Advent Week 4 Worship Sunday 12/23/18 (8 & 10:30 a.m.) – Advent Week 4 Worship Monday 12/24/18 (5 and 11 p.m.) - Christmas Eve Worship Tuesday 12/25/18(9 a.m.) - Christmas Day Worship

• ALCS efforts to assist in the recovery from Hurricane Michael are currently underway. In the 2nd quarter, our chapel offerings are designated for Hurricane Michael efforts. Thanks for the great support thus far!

Please look under the “Announcements” section, there are additional opportunities to assist in Hurricane Michael efforts.

Blessing Box

Your class can bring items for the Blessing Box all year long; however,

what you see below are the designated months for each ALS group.

Mrs. Rose may have some suggestions or know of items that are

needed.

Thanks for your help with this ministry project!

December 3rd Grade

January 4th Grade

February 5th Grade

March 6th Grade

April 7th Grade

May 8th Grade

Dear All, I am pleased to announce that Mrs. Tina Hellmers was named 2018 Southern District Teacher of the Year at the recent Southern District Teacher Conference. She has provided tremendous stability to our Grade 1 program and has been a significant blessing in the life of our school. We are truly blessed to have her on our faculty! In addition, Mrs. Rachel Harney was honored for 30 years in the teaching ministry! Congratulations to Mrs. Harney!

ALS teachers have more district awards than any other faculty in the district. I have listed those recipients below. Here is more information on our 2018 recipient Mrs. Tina Hellmers:

Mrs. Tina Hellmers began teaching 1st grade at Atonement Lutheran School in 2000.

She taught at St. Paul - First English Lutheran School in New Orleans from 1984-1990.

She was nominated for the Elementary Educator of the Year in the Southern District in

2008. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Education Degree from Concordia College,

Seward, Nebraska and is certified by the State of Louisiana. Originally from Missouri,

Mrs. Hellmers met her husband after moving to New Orleans. They have three

daughters, all Atonement graduates. She enjoys reading, baking cookies and eating at

restaurants. We are truly blessed at Atonement Lutheran Church and School. In our Lord's service, Mr. Molin Principal

The following is a list of current Faculty members having won the award previously:

Mrs. Rachel Harney Mrs. Kelly Langston Mrs. Kelli Gremillion

Ms. Cherie Groth Mrs. Emily Barlow

In addition, Mr. Chris LeBlanc has been nominated for the award. We are very blessed to have

such a great group along with all the other members of our dedicated faculty. They are dedicated

to serving our Lord with the children you have entrusted to us.

• FYI – 2019-20 reenrollment began Monday, December 3 after the

Thanksgiving Holiday. Tuition rates will rise by 3% which is been

our approximate standard in recent years. 2019-20 Fees are begin

studied at this time. Some of the classes will fill almost instantly as

ALS enrollment is on the rise so you will want to move fast.

• School 2018-19 Theme shirts (Matthew 5:16) may be worn next

Monday, December 10 (make up for November) and Monday,

December 17. They are to be worn with regular uniform pieces.

Below is the front and reverse sides of the shirt.

OUR ANNUAL PRESCHOOL CHRISTMAS CHAPEL SERVICE IS NEXT

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12 AT 8:45 AM IN THE WORSHIP CENTER/GYM.

ANNUAL K-GR. 8 CHRISTMAS WORSHIP: Savior of the Nations

The annual school Christmas worship (Kindergarten – Grade 8) Fit for a King is

Tuesday, December 18, 7:00 pm in the Worship Center/Gym (Door opens at 6:30

pm). All are invited to this very special service that the school children have

prepared. All K – Grade 8 students will be in attendance. PLEASE BE ADVISED

THAT THIS YEAR’S SERVICE IS A LITTLE DIFFERENT IN FORMAT

FEATURUING SPEAKERS FROM EACH CLASS (who auditioned) RATHER

THEN EVERY MEMBER OF THE CLASS WITH A SPEAKING PART.

Students need to be present in their classrooms 20 minutes prior (6:40 pm) to the

service. We expect that all students will participate in the service.

WHEN TAKING PICTURES/VIDEO (NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY) DURING THE

SERVICE, please do so from your seat remaining seated (so those behind you can see)

rather than filling the aisles or from the front. Again, this will prevent disruption

during the service.

DRESS CODE FOR THE SCHOOL CHRISTMAS SERVICE will be as follows:

Girls - dress, skirt, or dressy pants; must have straps and a modest neckline; midriff must

be covered; mini-skirts and jeans are not allowed; DRESSES MUST BE AN

APPROPRIATE LENGTH (KNEE LENGTH) – School Administration/Faculty reserves

the right to make any judgments on this issue. Thanks.

If you are concerned that an outfit is too revealing, check with us before the night of the

service.

CAUTION IS ALSO ENCOURAGED REGARDING OF HIGH HEELS as girls will be

moving around for their various parts and songs including standing on risers. We are

concerned for safety.

Boys - dress pants and shirt; jeans, caps shorts, t-shirts, and shirts with slogans are not

allowed; athletic shoes (school shoes are acceptable) may not be worn

Seating will be on worship chairs and bleachers. Please be aware of the noise that

can be created in the bleachers especially with young children walking up and down

them. Thanks.

Also, we need parental assistance in carrying student chairs back to the school

building following the service. You can trade your chair for your child/ren in

his/her/their classroom(s) following the service. Thanks (:

Student attendance is mandatory. If you have questions, please contact Mr. Molin

at ext. 156 or email dmolin@alcs.org. Thanks.

PARENT TEACHER LEAGUE NEWS December 15, 2018 Bingo / Breakfast (watch for details)

January 18, 2018 Jr High Soc Hop (watch for details)

January 22, 2019 Dine Out Nite

February 4, 2019 3rd PTL Meeting, 7:00 pm, Assembly Room 2

February 25, 2019 Dine Out Nite

March 18, 2019 Teacher Appreciation Lunch

March 19-22, 2019 Teacher Appreciation Week

March 25, 2019 Dine Out Nite

April 17, 2019 Special Persons’ Day

April 29-May 3 Principal Appreciation Week

April 30, 2019 Spririt Dine Out Nite

May 6, 2019 4th PTL Meeting / New Officer Elections, 7:00 pm, Assembly Room 2

May 21, 2019 Laser Tag (Pending Jr High Field Trip)

Hello parents! I am writing to give you some more information about the Hosanna Choir and Crusader Choir performance at Celebration in the Oaks. The Crusader Choir and Hosanna Choir are scheduled to perform from 8:15-9:00 P.M. on Friday, December 14th.See below for the information regarding tickets, parking, and tent location. All performers get free entrance to the park. Please arrive between 7:30 and 7:45. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions! Thank you! Mr. Arceneaux

LUNCH MENU 5 Eggs, Pancakes & Sausage

Biscuits Spring Salad Teddy Grahams

Sandwich Option: Turkey

Teddy Grahams Spring Salad

Salad Option: Kids Club Salad

Teddy Grahams Milk, Bottled Water, or Juice

6 Spaghetti & Meatsauce

Early June Peas Spring Salad Soft Roll Jello

Sandwich Option: Turkey

Spring Salad Jello

Salad Option: Kids Club Salad

Jello Milk, Bottled Water, or Juice

7 Hamburger

French Fries Pudding Lettuce/Tomato Mayo, Mustard, Ketchup

Sandwich Option: Turkey

Pudding Lettuce/Tomato

Salad Option: Kids Club Salad

Pudding Milk, Bottled Water, or Juice

10 Fried Chicken Tenders

Broccoli Rice Soft Roll Goldfish

Sandwich Option: Grilled Cheese Goldfish Salad Option: Kids Club Salad

Goldfish Milk, Bottled Water, or Juice

11 Soft Taco

Cheese/Salsa Lettuce/Tomato Buttered Corn Fruit cup

Sandwich Option: Grilled Cheese

Lettuce/Tomato Fruit Cup

Salad Option: Kids Club Salad

Fruit Cup Milk, Bottled Water, or Juice

12 Barbeque Chicken Legs

Baked Beans Teddy Grahams Soft Roll

Sandwich Option: Grilled Cheese Teddy Grahams Salad Option: Kids Club Salad

Teddy Grahams Milk, Bottled Water, or Juice

Grades 6-8 Final Examination Schedule Thursday, December 13 Exam 1: Grade 6 Reading; Grade 7 Math; Grade 8 Math Friday, December 14 Exam 2: Grade 6 Social Studies; Grade 7 Science; Grade 8 Language Exam 3: Grade 6 Math; Grade 7 Language; Grade 8 Science Monday, December 17 Exam 4: Grade 6 Science; Grade 7 Social Studies; Grade 8 Reading Exam 5: Grade 6 Language; Grade 7 Reading; Grade 8 Social Studies

Mr. LeBlanc, Assistant School Principal, is in charge of our safety patrol program. If you

have any questions, etc., please contact him cleblanc@alcs.org.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sunday School Schedule Update We LOVE having you join us on Sunday mornings for Sunday school! We have so many opportunities where we can grow in our faith with our AMAZING Lord and with each other. A quick Sunday school schedule update for the rest of 2018: December 2nd-Sunday School (Joyous Sounds Practice) December 8th-Joyous Sounds Practice-Arrive at ALCS at 9am in the Gym December 9th-Sunday School (Joyous Sounds Practice) December 9th at 6pm-Joyous Sounds (Arrive at ALCS at 5pm in the Gym) December 16th-Sunday School (Christmas Party) December 23rd- NO Sunday School-Merry Christmas December 30th-NO Sunday School-Happy New Year! January 6th-Sunday School Resumes

YOUR HELP IS NEEDED Your time and talent is needed to keep expenses low on our campus. Lunch will be served at noon work workers on 12/15/2018 -clean stairs leading up to youth room -fix MONDO FLOOR bubble in gym floor -hang new preschool water fountain -grease fan bearing for gym HVAC -3-GFI in at ball field do not reset and need new GFIs AND covers -hammer drill -bust out concrete in front on main school entrance 12x6 foot area Steve Koester 1-504-427-1350

Joyous Sounds VI-Sunday, December 9th Join us in song for Atonement's sixth annual Joyous Sounds concert! This year's program will be a festival of lessons and carols, a service of Scripture and song that dates to the late 19th century. Joyous Sounds VI: King of Kings will feature performances by the Crusader Choir, Hosanna Choir, Hallelujah Handbells, Adult Choir, Celebration Ringers, and various instrumentalists and soloists. What better way to ring in the Christmas season than by singing your favorite Christmas carols? See you there!

Turkey's Needed-Ozanam Inn We are partnering with an organization called Ozanam Inn this year to provide turkey dinners to those in need. Our designated week to serve is the 2nd weekend of December-December 8th. Turkey's can be brought to ALCS the morning of the 8th. If you are interested in providing a turkey-THANK YOU! We need cooked turkeys (kept in the cooking bag)-8lb-12lb is preferred. Click below to check out their website to learn more about this amazing organization. http://www.ozanaminn.org/ Contact Rose if you would like to donate a turkey! This is another opportunity for you to Impact Lives Through Christ AND serve our local community! THANK YOU for your help and support!

Hurricane Michael Service Opportunities There are FOUR different ways that you can assist in our Hurricane Michael relief effort: 1-PRAY.PRAY.and the PRAY some more!! 2-Participate in an upcoming mission trip to Panama City,FL December 26th-December 30th (leaving early on the 26th, returning evening of the 30th) 3-Donate needed items -Bring your donated items to worship or during the week to the church office 4-Donate finances to continue to assist these devastated communities. -Please write in the memo line "Hurricane Michael Relief" -Donations can be put in the offering basket or brought in as chapel offerings. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact Rose Schutt (churchoffice@alcs.org) or Pastor Tim (pastor@alcs.org) We look forward to serving along-side you!

PRAYERS

• Prayers of safety for those in California dealing with the devastating fires.

• Prayers of peace and safety for those in recovery from recent hurricanes.

• Tim Alexander, prayers of healing with current hear issues

• Stuart Wilson, prayers of healing-currently on dialysis

• Todd Pham, prayers of healing-battling colon cancer

• Case Hoiness, prayers of peace and healing-had a bad break and the bones in his back and totally dislocated, nephew of Nancy Allen

• Jim Bonnet, prayers of healing-waiting on date with oncology doctor to do surgery on brain tumor

SCHOOL CALENDAR (Weekend Worship, Saturdays @ 5:00 pm in Assembly Room 2

and Sundays, 8:00 and 10:30 am in the Worship Center/Gym with Sunday School, 9:15

am)

December 5 Heavenly Handbells perform, 8:45 am Chapel; Worship December 7 Parents Night Out, 5:00 - 10:00 pm

December 8 Joyous Sounds rehearsal, 9:00 am

December 9 Joyous Sounds performance, 6:00 pm; Worship Center/Gym

December 10 2018-19 Theme t-shirt Day with regular uniform pieces

December 11 Cub Scout Meeting, 3:30 pm; Church Library

December 12 Girl Scouts, 3:30 pm; Grade 4 and Religion Room

December 15 PTL Bingo Breakfast TENTATIVE

December 12 Preschool Christmas Chapel, 8:45 am; Worship Center/Gym

December 13,14, 17 Grades 6-8 Semester 1 Finals (see schedule above) December 17 2018-19 Theme t-shirt Day with regular uniform pieces

December 18 K-Gr 8 Christmas Service, 7:00 pm; Worship Center/Gym

December 19 End Quarter 2; Christmas break begins at 11:30 am

January 3 Classes Resume

January 7 Quarter 2 Report Card Distribution (accounts must be current) January 18 PTL Sock Hop Grades 5-8 Tentative

January 21 NO SCHOOL/MLK Day

January 23 Open House for 2018-19 recruitment February 3-9 National Lutheran Schools Week (NLSW) February 8 Sports and Group Pictures

February 14-16 Lutheran Regional Basketball Tournament hosted by ALCS

February 22-23 Crusader Choir Retreat March 4-8 NO SCHOOL/Mardi Gras Holiday

March 15 End Quarter 3

March 18 NO SCHOOL/Records Day

March 25 Quarter 3 Report Card Distribution (accounts must be current) March 29-31 Crusader Choir Musical (details TBA) April 5 NO SCHOOL/Parent Teacher Conferences

April 8-12 Achievement Tests (K - Grade 8) April 17 Grandparent/Special Person Day; 12:00 pm dismissal April 25-27 Grade 8 Campout May 1 Kindergarten Graduation Pictures

May 10 Sports Banquet, 6:30 pm; Gym

May 18 Grade 8 Graduation, 2:00 pm; Worship Center/Gym

May 21 Last Day for Preschool; Closing Program 9:00 am; Worship Center/Gym

Current Student News Congratulations to the following students who will perform with The Jefferson Ballet Theatre presenting “Der NussKnacker” (The Nutcracker): Rebecca Vindel (Gr. 5); Isabella Sanchez (Gr. 3); and Sophia Sanchez (Kindergarten). School shows will be December 13 and 14, 9:45 am at the Gretna Cultural Center for the Arts in Gretna. For more information contact dancerbeck@bellsouth.net. Former Student News Grant Jenny was one of two area athletes recently honored as the Chevron Student-Athletes at the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation Quarterback Club. Congratulations to Grant! Sports Jr. Girls: Coach Mrs. Karol Lee 504-427-5173 practices Mondays and Wednesdays practices after school until 5:00 pm

Jr. Boys: Coaches Mr. John Enos 504-722-0209; Mr. Wayne Arnold 225-252-5871; practices Tuesdays and Thursdays after school until 5:00 pm

Sr. Girls: Coaches Mr. Doug Molin 504-390-0422; Mrs. Sarah McDow 985-774-9733 practices Mondays and Wednesdays after school until 5:00 pm

Sr. Boys: Coach Mr. Chris LeBlanc 504-400-3018 practices Tuesdays and Thursdays after school until 5:00 pm

Jr./Sr. Cheerleader: Coach Mrs. Michelle Curry 504-812-5767 practices Friday after school until 5:00 pm

Here is this week's Girls’ (December 3-7) schedule. I will try and put this out each week. Monday: Practice Outside until 4:30 Tuesday: Game at ALS vs Belle Chase Juniors at 4:00 and Seniors at 5:00 Wednesday: Practice until 5:00 Thursday: Game at Victory Christian Juniors at 4:00 dismissed at 3:15 through the lobby and Seniors at 5:00 Blessings, Mrs. McDow Dear Parents, Here are the jr. and sr. boys’ basketball schedule for next week. Monday: Game vs. St. Xavier @ Atonement Jr. boys 4:00 Sr. boys 5:00. Tuesday: Jr. and Sr. practice (outside) as the gym will be occupied by girls games. Practice until 5:00

Wed.: Game vs. Victory @ Victory Jr. boys 4:00 Sr. boys 5:00. The Jr. boys will be dismissed to front lobby at 3:15 for pickup. Thurs.: Jr. and Sr. Boys practice in gym until 5:00. Blessings, Mr. LeBlanc

Basketball Schedule 2018-2019

Wednesday, November 28, 2018 (Revision 3 – discard previous editions)

December 5: Junior and Senior Boys vs. Victory Christian @ Victory -- Juniors 4:00

Seniors 5:00

December 6: Junior and Senior Girls vs. Victory Christian @ Victory -- Juniors 4:00

Seniors 5:00

December 10: Senior Girls vs. St. Rita @ ALS-- 4:15

December 11: Junior and Senior Boys vs. Crescent City @ Crescent City -- Juniors 4:00

Seniors 5:00

December 17: Junior and Senior Boys vs. St. John @ ALS -- Juniors 4:15

Seniors 5:15

January 7: Senior Girls vs. Arden Cahill @ Arden Cahill -- 4:15

January 8: Junior and Senior Girls vs. St. John @ ALS -- Juniors 4:00

Seniors 5:00

January 9: Junior Girls vs. Lycee Francais @ ALS -- 4:15

January 10: Senior Girls vs. Immaculate Conception @ ALS -- 4:00

January 10: Junior and Senior Boys vs. St. John @ St. John -- Juniors 4:00

Seniors 5:00

January 14-17: Junior Girls Metro Tournament @ ALS

January 22-25: Senior Girls Metro Tournament @ Arden Cahill

January 22: Jr. Girls and Sr. Boys vs. Faith @ Faith -- Jr. Girls 4:00 Senior Boys 5:00

January 24: Junior and Senior Boys vs. Bishop McManus -- Juniors 4:00

Senior Boys 5:00

January 28: Junior Girls and Senior Boys vs. Faith @ ALS -- Junior Girls 4:00

Senior Boys 5:00

January 28-February 1: Junior Boys Metro Tournament @ Victory Christian

January 29: Senior Boys vs. Arden Cahill @ ALS -- 4:15

February 1-2: Senior Boys and Senior Girls Lutheran League Tournament @ St. John TBA

February 4-7: Senior Boys Metro Tournament @ Victory Christian

February 14-16: Regional Lutheran Tournament at ALS