Concordia Academy-Bloomington Update for May 12, 2006
Vol. 6, No. 35

PROM IS TOMORROW
Tickets for the junior/senior prom are on sale during both lunches. Tickets are $25 per person. The schedule for prom events is as follows:
3:45-4:45 Personal photographs as scheduled with photographer at Norman dale Lake Band Shell
4:45-5:00 Line up for Grand March at Normandale Lake Band Shell
5:00-5:15 Grand March at Norman dale Lake Band Shell
5:15-7:30 Dinner (on own); travel time to Harriet Island in St. Paul
7:30-8:00 Guest arrival and boarding of Harriet Bishop at Harriet Island in St. Paul
8:00-11:00 Cruise and dance
11:00 Guest departure from Harriet Island

AWARDS CONVOCATION IS MAY 14
Seniors and students of all grade levels will be recognized for achievements this year in academics and activities at the Awards Convocation on Sunday, May 14, at 2:00 p.m. in the small gym. Also, new National Honor Society members will also be inducted. A reception follows. Invitations have been sent to families of students receiving awards.

SPRING CONCERT IS MAY 15
Choir and band will perform their spring concert on Monday, May 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the gym, featuring a mixture of sacred and secular music. In addition, there will be an exhibit of artwork by second-semester art students. There is no admission cost; a freewill offering will be taken. Please plan to come and show your support for these talented students and our fine arts program!

NOTE BACCALAUREATE TIME CHANGE
On Sunday, May 21, Baccalaureate will be held at 4:00 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Richfield. This is a change from the previously-announced time of 2:00 p.m.

FINALS BEGIN MAY 23
Please take note of the final exam schedule. Remember, students with a study hall during the first or last exam of the day do NOT have to be present in the building during those times. If they are present, they will be in a study hall. Please note the early end times all three days. Students should arrange to leave the building as soon as possible after the last final of each day.
May 23 Finals
8th hour: 8:00-9:30 a.m.
7th hour: 9:45-11:15 a.m.
Lunch: 11:15 a.m.-noon
6th hour: noon-1:30 p.m.
May 24 Finals
5th hour: 8:00-9:30 a.m.
4th hour: 9:45-11:15 a.m.
Lunch: 11:15 a.m.-noon
3rd hour: noon-1:30 p.m.
May 25 Finals (LAST DAY OF SCHOOL)
1st hour: 8:00-9:30 a.m.
2nd hour: 9:45-11:15 a.m.

IMPORTANT REMINDER ABOUT TUITION & FEES
Please remember that, in order for students to receive report cards or for seniors to participate in graduation, tuition and fees payments and any fines must be current and all school materials must be returned. Thank you in advance for your help.

PROGRAM EXPANSION AT CA-BLOOMINGTON
Concordia Academy-Bloomington has begun preliminary investigations towards adding a junior high or middle school program to the school's program, possibly for the fall of 2007. Last night, April 28, representatives of four association schools met with members of the school administration and the Executive Council to discuss the potential of this proposal for Concordia's ministry. It was a positive discussion with many good questions. The next step will be feasibility survey sent to families in our association schools; the survey will gather data on each family's areas of interest in choosing a school for their junior-high aged children and their interest in a specific junior high program connected to the high school. For more information on this element of Concordia Academy's strategic plan, feel free to contact Lynn Henry, Principal, at lynn.henry@concordiaacademy.com or 952-854-0224, ext. 319. Please keep this process in your prayers as we seek the Lord's will in building this area of ministry.

HANSEMANN GOLF TOURNAMENT IS JUNE 10
The 13th Annual Lyle M. Hansemann Golf Tournament is June 10 at Southern Hills Golf Course in Farmington. The shotgun start is at 1:00 pm. (If there are not enough golfers for a shotgun start, there will be a morning tee off.) The golf package for the day is $90, which includes 18 holes of golf and dinner. Registrations are due by June 3. Golfers of all levels are welcome; this is a casual and fun tournament. Proceeds from the tournament go towards scholarships for CA-Bloomington students. The tournament is named in honor of Lyle M. Hansemann (’74), an LHS graduate who died in 1993 serving in the military during the Gulf War. For more information and a downloadable brochure, go to www.concordiaacademy.com, click on the Bloomington picture, click on "Special Events," and go to the golf tournament page.

PFA SEEKS BOARD MEMBERS
The Parents/Friends Association needs your help. Several positions on the PFA Board will be open for the 2006/2007 school year, including Chair, Secretary/Publicity, and Receptions Coordinator. The jobs are very rewarding and not a lot of work. The main job of the PFA board is deciding how to spend the money earned from the various fundraisers throughout the year. If you would be willing to serve please contact Vicki Dice at 952-972-9728 or Lynn Henry, principal, at 952-854-0224, ext. 319.

MOMS IN TOUCH NEEDS LEADER(S) FOR THE 2006-07 SCHOOL YEAR
Moms In Touch International is looking for a leader(s) for the group at Concordia Academy. There are several options on how to lead this ministry; meeting once a week, bi-monthly, or monthly. If you are interested please contact Debbie Heggemeier at debheg@att.net or call her at 952-844-0128.

SUMMER CAMPS AVAILABLE FOR 6TH-9TH GRADERS
Lancer Summer Camps offer a unique opportunity for students who love sports to develop their God-given talents, enjoy fellowship with old and new friends, and grow as athletes. Campers must be entering Grades 6-9 in the 2006-2007 school year. This year's camp opportunities include boys and girls soccer, boys basketball, girls basketball, girls softball, and girls volleyball. For complete information and a downloadable brochure, go to www.lutheranhighschool.com/lhsevents/summercamps.cfm. Questions? Contact Todd Bentz at todd.bentz@concordiaacademy.com.

SUMMER LEADERSHIP PROGRAM AVAILABLE FROM BUENA VISTA UNIVERSITY
Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, Iowa, has developed a Summer Leadership Enrichment Program. From July 16-21, 2006, 20 high school students will be guests on campus and will participate in workshop sessions, team-building activities, and social experiences designed to develop and enhance leadership skills. The program is free. Students who are interested in applying, should contact Mrs. Sevig or Mrs. Kelzer. Application materials are due by June 2.

LUTHERAN SPECIAL EDUCATION MINISTRIES BASEBALL FUNDRAISER
Lutheran Special Education Ministries invites you to join family and friends on May 19, 2006 at 7:05 p.m. as the St. Paul Saints take on the Sioux City Explorers at Midway Stadium! General admission tickets are $10. To reserve your ticket, please call Dennis Senne, Director of Lutheran Special Education Ministries, at 651-603-6235. Another option is to donate purchased tickets which will be provided to students who may not otherwise be able to attend.

NEWS FROM PHYL: HELP NEEDED WITH GIFTWRAPPING AT BORDER'S THIS WEEKEND
If you can help with wrapping books (Mother's Day purchases) at Border's in Richfield on May 12 or 13, please contact me. We can use both students and parents. My next library goal is to purchase new blinds for the room. If you can not wrap presents I would be willing to accept donations for the blinds. -Phyl Mueller

MOMS IN TOUCH MOMENT
Moms in Touch is continuing their meditation on the Fruits of the Spirit. This week we prayed about the goodness of God and how we are to live as children of the Light, for the fruit of the Light is goodness, righteousness, and truth (Ephesians 5:8 & 9). We thanked God for our children, and we prayed that "God who began a good work in our children will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." (Philippians 1:6) If you have a moment you might pray the same for your child. -Debbie Heggemeier and Moms in Touch International

CALENDAR


5/12/2006
8:30 AM No School: Grade School Track Meet at Bloomington Jefferson H.S. (CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER)
4:30 PM Varsity Baseball at Randolph (RESCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY, MAY 16, AT 4:15 P.M. AT RANDOLPH)

5/13/2006
1:00 PM JV Baseball at MCAA JV Tournament vs. New Life at Zane Fields (Brooklyn Park)
3:00 PM JV Baseball at MCAA JV Tournament at Zane Fields (Brooklyn Park)
3:45 PM Prom Pictures Begin at Normandale Lake Bandshell
5:00 PM Prom Grand March: Normandale Lake Bandshell
7:30 PM Prom: Harriet Bishop Steamboat (Harriet Island, St. Paul)

5/14/2006
2:00 PM Awards Convocation

5/15/2006
4:00 PM Varsity Softball MCAA Tournament at Meadow Creek (NOTE TIME CHANGE FROM 4:15)
7:30 PM Spring Concert

5/16/2006
4:00 PM Varsity Softball vs. Minneapolis Southwest
4:15 PM Varsity Baseball at Randolph (RESCHEDULED FROM MAY 12)

5/17/2006
Late Start (8:15 a.m.)
9:00 AM Moms-in-Touch, 9-10 a.m. (Conference Room)

5/18/2006
4:00 PM Varsity Softball Subsection 4A Tournament at St. Agnes
4:00 PM Varsity Baseball MCAA Tournament vs. Trinity River Ridge (NOTE TIME CHANGE FROM 4:15)
7:00 PM Junior High Parent Information Meeting

5/19/2006
8:00 PM End-of-School Dance

5/21/2006
4:00 PM Baccalaureate Service: Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, Richfield (NOTE TIME CHANGE)

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

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