Concordia Academy-Bloomington Update for March 17, 2006
Vol. 6, No. 28

FOURTH QUARTER STARS
This week marked the start of fourth quarter, and third quarter grades should arrive in your mail in the next several days. Please remember that all accounts need to be current in order for grades to be sent out. Students met with their faculty advisors today (Friday) to discuss their quarter grades.

TIMBERWOLVES' TROY HUDSON TO SPEAK AT CA-BLOOMINGTON ON MONDAY
On March 20 at 7:00 p.m., CA-Bloomington invites ALL athletes to hear from Troy Hudson of the Minnesota Timberwolves. During the evening, athletes will also hear from Thomas McKinney (Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Timberwolves) and others who will be discussing the "Bigger Faster Stronger" program. The speakers will talk about the use of weight training, plyometrics, and agility training to improve the ability of athletes in any sport. This free event will be held in the gym. Spread the word and invite friends!

SPRING FLING IS TOMORROW
The Spring Fling Auction is tomorrow, March 18, at the Park Plaza Hotel (4460 W. 78th Street Circle, Bloomington, MN 55435). Registration and silent auctions begin at 5:00, followed by dinner at 7:00 and the live auction at 8:00. Thanks in advance to all who plan to attend and show their support for CA-Bloomington!

INTERIM WEEK WRAP-UP
Read about some of the fun, service, and learning that went on during Interim Week by checking out our Interim Week Blog. A link can be found on the front page of our web site.

PFA SALAD LUNCHEON, QUILT AUCTION, AND STYLE SHOW IS APRIL 1; EASTER BASKET DONATIONS NEEDED
"Easter Parade," the annual PFA Salad Luncheon, Quilt Auction, and Style Show, will be held Saturday, April 1, 2006. With the seasonal "Easter Parade" theme, we are asking for donations of Easter baskets or items for baskets that will be used as centerpieces during the event and be available for purchase. Your basket may be traditional, or it could be filled with painted Easter eggs, a spring plant, or something else creative. People can bid on donated Easter baskets to take home. Do you have a basket or basket items to donate? Is so, please email freshman parent Colleen Larson at colleen1@veepvolunteers.org or phone her at 651-405-8788 during the next week. All proceeds will go to projects supported by the PFA.

"FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN" PARTNERS WITH THRIVENT AT BOTH CA CAMPUSES IN MAY
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans is donating $50,000 to Feed My Starving Children to sponsor a volunteer event which will involve 1,800 volunteers packing meals at three different locations on May 6, 2006. Both the Bloominigton and Roseville campuses will be host sites. Soon, volunteers will have an opportunity to sign up for this event. In preparation, Thrivent is looking to have a committee for our site made up of people from local Thrivent Chapters, local Lutheran congregations, and several students and parents. If you are interested in serving on the committee for the Bloomington site, please contact Shelly Novotny, Director of Communications, at shelley.novotny@concordiaacademy.com or 651-484-8429, ext. 108.

BLOOD DRIVE COMING IN APRIL
Donors are needed for the Blood Drive at CA-Bloomingotn on April 5, Wednesday, 7:30-10:30 a.m. Any parents who are able to give that day would be greatly appreciated. Students must be at least 17 years old to give, be in good health, and eat breakfast that morning. You must be signed up in advance. If plans change, it is okay to call and cancel that day. Our goal is 30 donors. Thanks for your help!

MOMS IN TOUCH MOMENT
This week be prayed about God being our friend. We prayed about him being a friend who sticks closer than a brother. We also prayed that our children hear God say, "Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." (Isaiah 41:10) If you have a moment, you might pray the same for your child. -Debbie Heggemeier and Moms in Touch International

 



CALENDAR

3/18/2006
11:00 AM Soccer Clinic
5:00 PM Spring Fling, Park Place Hotel-Bloomington

3/20/2006
Baseball - First Day of Practice
7:00 PM Troy Hudson Presentation


3/21/2006
7:00 PM Moms-in-Touch, 7-8 p.m. (Heggemeier Home)
7:00 PM Spelunking Servants Parent Presentation (Chapel/Cafeteria)

3/22/2006
Late Start (8:15 a.m.)

3/23/2006
6:00 PM Winter Athletic Banquet

3/24/2006
2:00 PM Assembly Concert: Lake Country LHS, Milwaukee

3/25/2006
10:00 AM Soccer Clinic


Remember, you can view and search our most up-to-date calendar at http://www.lutheranhighschool.com/lhscalendar/calendar_main.cfm .

 


 

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