Concordia Academy-Bloomington Update for October 14, 2005
Vol. 6, No. 8

A MESSAGE FROM CA-ROSEVILLE
This has been a difficult and trying week for Concordia Academy-Roseville. Thank you all for your continuing prayers and encouragement in this time. God has carried our community this week and we continue to find in Him our strength for ministry. –Lynn Henry, Interim CAO

HOMECOMING WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Friday, October 14 (Spirit Day)
Homecoming Pepfest at 2:08 p.m.
Homecoming Parade at 4:30 p.m.
Homecoming BBQ at 5:30 p.m.
Football Game vs. Bethlehem Academy at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 15
Homecoming Dance, 8:00-11:00 p.m.

HOMECOMING BBQ TICKETS ON SALE
Homecoming BBQ tickets are on sale. They are available from any choir member and are also available at the door tomorrow. The meal runs 5:30-7:00 on Friday, October 14 and includes a grilled burger, chips, dessert, and beverage. Tickets are $6 each, and proceeds support the spring choir tour. Plan now to enjoy a great meal and support CA-Bloomington fine arts.

HOMECOMING BUTTONS ON SALE
2005 CA-Bloomington Homecoming buttons are available for $1 and can be purchased from any student council member. They will also be available at the Homecoming game. Proceeds go to hurricane relief. The button, with the theme "Corner the Cardinals," was designed by junior Becky Schmeckpeper.

QUARTER ENDS; NO SCHOOL ON OCTOBER 20 & 21
First quarter ends on October 19. There is no school on October 20 and 21 so teachers can attend the Lutheran Education Conference in Mankato. Second quarter starts on October 24.

HOMECOMING PHOTOS ONLINE
Photos of the Homecoming court can be viewed at http://ca-bloomington.smugmug.com. There is also a link on the front page of our web site. Congratulations to King Daniel Noethe, Queen Jo Gimbel, and the entire court!

PARENT HELP NEEDED WITH FALL PLAY
Director Heather Baker is looking for furniture pieces and props that would appear Civil War era-appropriate for Little Women, the CA-Bloomington fall play (November 11-13). Parents interested in helping with set construction and costuming are also needed. If you can be of help in any of these areas, please contact Chris Roth (chris.roth@concordiaacademy.com).

CLEAN-UP DAY IS OCTOBER 29
A school clean-up day is scheduled for Saturday, October 29, to help make sure that the building is in the best-possible condition for our open house the next day. Work begins at 9:00 am and ends at approximately 1:00 pm. This is a great opportunity to enjoy fellowship with others while sharing time and talents for the betterment of CA-Bloomington. Please plan to lend a hand!

NEWS FROM THE NURSE
Flu season is upon us, so it's time to think about flu shots. There has been a lot of media coverage about the "bird flu" (or avian flu). For very good information on this, go on the internet to the Minnesota Department of Health web site and type in "avian flu" on their search. As with any flu, good hand-washing is important. –Trudi Woodard RN HSA

COLLEGE PLANNING MEETINGS COMING
-Monday, November 7 and Thursday, November 17 - College Funding (sponsored by Thrivent Financial) at 7:00 p.m. at CA-Bloomington. This session is offered on two different dates and focuses on investment strategies, education tax credits, and loans and savings vehicles.
-Tuesday, November 15 - College Planning, at 7:00 p.m. at CA-Bloomington. Brian Peterson of Hamline University will share what classes to take while still in high school, how and when to complete applications, when to make college visits, what makes students more likely to be accepted at a college and what schools are looking for, and an overview of what CA will do to help prepare students for career/college planning. This session is primarily for parents of 9th and 10th grade students, but all parents are welcome.
-Monday, January 9, 2006 - Financial Aid Meeting at 7:00 p.m. at CA-Bloomington, featuring Brian Heinemann from Concordia University, St. Paul. Bring financial aid questions and FAFSA forms. He will share information on the differences between scholarships, grants, and loans and will offer tips for completing the FAFSA. This is a great session for parents of juniors or seniors.

CANDY MAKING DATES SET
The Sweet Delights Candy making starts this month. Four kinds of candy will be made: Turtles, Layered Mints, Peanut Clusters, and Peppermint Crunch. The work is easy and the sales proceeds go towards making CA-Bloomington a better place for our students. Can you please volunteer to help? Candy will be made on October 18 and 27 and November 1, 3, 7, and 8 in the school cafeteria starting at 6:30 p.m. and ending around 9:30 p.m. On Saturday, November 5, the candy making will start at 9:00 a.m. and go to noon. Parents and students are welcome. If you can help, please call Debbie Heggemeier at 952-844-0128 or e-mail her at debheg@att.net. You can also call Terri Riehm at 952-835-4450.

NEWS FROM PHYL
Back by popular demand ... the "Adopt a Book" program. I will have on display at Homecoming and then in the library after Homecoming books that the faculty and staff, students, and I would like to be able to add our library. If you would like to donate (pay for) a book or part of a book I would be excited and grateful. Sign the paper in the front of the book if you wish to donate the complete book or part of the book. When I receive your payment I will then make a bookplate with your name on it and attach it to the book. Have you helped your teenage friends to celebrate Teen Read Week? Ask them what has been happening this week in the library media center. –Phyl Mueller

MOMS IN TOUCH MOMENT
On Wednesday, Moms In Touch spent time in prayer for Concordia Academy-Bloomington and Concordia Academy-Roseville. We also prayed that our children would be the best students they can be and "Whatever they do, that they work at it with all of their heart, as working for the Lord, not for men" (Colossians 3:23). If you have a moment, please pray the same for your student. Any mom available is welcome to join us on Wednesday mornings to pray at 9:00 a.m. in the conference room. -Debbie Heggemeier and Moms In Touch International

CALENDAR

10/14/2005
Homecoming Week
7:00 PM Varsity Football vs. Bethlehem Academy (Faribault)
10/15/2005
Homecoming Week
JV Volleyball at MCAA Tournament
8:00 PM Homecoming Dance, 8-11 p.m.
10/17/2005
JV Football at Bethlehem Academy (Faribault)
6:00 PM JV Volleyball at MSAD
7:00 PM Varsity Volleyball at MSAD
10/18/2005
6:30 PM PFA Candy-Making, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
10/19/2005
End of First Quarter (41 Days)
Late Start (8:15 a.m.)
9:00 AM Moms-in-Touch, 9-10 a.m. (Conference Room)
7:00 PM Varsity Football vs. Mankato Loyola
10/20/2005
No School: Minnesota South Education Conference
10/21/2005
No School: Minnesota South Education Conference

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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