Concordia Academy-Bloomington Update for December 15, 2006
Vol. 7, No. 17

CHRISTMAS CONCERT IS THIS SUNDAY
Join band and choir members for "Joy To The World," the Fine Arts Christmas Celebration on Sunday, December 17, at 7:00 p.m. at CA-Bloomington. In addition to the music, artwork by art students will be on display. There is no admission charge for the concert; a freewill offering will be taken. Please join us for this joyful celebration of Christ's birth!

FINALS ARE NEXT WEEK
First semester final exams are next week. The finals schedule is as follows:
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20
8:00-9:30 - Period 8 Final Exam
9:45-11:15 - Period 7 Final Exam
11:15-11:55 - Lunch
12:00-1:30 - Period 6 Final Exam
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21
8:00-9:30 - Period 5 Final Exam
9:45-11:15 - Period 4 Final Exam
11:15-11:55 - Lunch
12:00-1:30 - Period 3 Final Exam
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22
8:00-9:30 - Period 1 Final Exam
9:45-11:15 - Period 2 Final Exam
11:15 - CHRISTMAS BREAK STARTS
MONDAY, JANUARY 8
SCHOOL RESUMES; SECOND SEMESTER STARTS
Any student who does not have a class during 8th, 5th, or 1st hour does not have to arrive until the next final exam period. If a student does not have a 6th, 3rd, or 2nd hour class, they will be allowed to go home early. If a student has a study hall that falls between two finals, they will be required to report to that classroom for supervision during the testing period. STUDENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE HALLWAYS DURING TESTING PERIODS.

STUDENTS AND STAFF PRACTICE LOCKDOWN
On Thursday, December 14, CA-Bloomington administrators reviewed emergency lockdown procedures with the student body. These procedures would be used in the case of an intruder or other threatening individual in the building. That afternoon, the campus successfully participated in a practice lockdown. Students did an excellent job reacting quickly and appropriately. CA-Bloomington has emergency procuedures in place for numerous situations. If you would like to see copies of our emergency plans, please contact Lynn Henry (lynn.henry@concordiaacademy.com).

WEATHER-RELATED SCHOOL CLOSING INFO.
If weather forces CA-Bloomington to close school or to cancel afternoon and evening activities, the announcement will first be made on WCCO Radio, 830 AM. Postings will also be found on the web at www.wcco.com and www.kare11.com. If possible, e-mail notification will also be made. Channels 5, 11, and 29 will be notified if possible, but WCCO remains the most reliable source.

BASEBALL CLINIC OFFERED DECEMBER 28 & 29
Baseball players in Grades 7-12 will have the opportunity to improve their skills and bring their game to the next level at a two-day clinic on December 28 and 29 in the Dan Reuss Gym at CA-Bloomington. Cost is $40. The clinic runs noon-2:00 p.m. on both days. The clinic instructor is Nate Schlieman, assistant baseball coach at Burnsville High School and head coach of the Burnsville Junior Legion Team. The registration form and additional information can be found at http://www.lutheranhighschool.com/downloads/BaseballClinicFlier1206.pdf .

VOLUNTEERS CAN INCREASE THEIR GIFTS TO CA-BLOOMINGTON THROUGH THRIVENT
Concordia Academy-Bloomington is blessed with numerous volunteers - many of whom are parents. If you are a volunteer and a Thrivent Financial member, Thrivent will donate $25 to CA for any Thrivent member who volunteers at Concordia Academy-Bloomington 25 hours or more. We thank those who give of their time, talents, and resources to support this ministry. You may download a Thrivent GivingPlus form at www.lutheranhighschool.com/downloads/GivingPlusApplicationCA.pdf . If you have questions about your gift to CA-Bloomington, please contact Principal Lynn Henry, 952-854-0224, ext. 319.

SENIOR PHOTOS DUE FEBRUARY 15
Please note that senior yearbook photos need to be turned in to the school by February 15. Digital files are best (color, 300 dpi JPEG or TIFF files are preferred), but prints can also be submitted. Photos can be taken by the photographer of your choice. Photos should be sent to Chris Roth (chris.roth@concordiaacademy.com). Seniors will receive information about "Senior Blocks" (quarter-page sections of the senior pages that they can purchase for their own personal photos) in January.

VOLUNTEERS...AND CUSTOMERS...NEEDED FOR BOOKSTORE GIFTWRAPING
Lancer Library volunteers will be providing gift-wrapping at Barnes & Noble at the Edina Galleria and Borders in Richfield. Stop by and have your purchases wrapped by a familiar face! Wrapping dates are as follows; please note that volunteers are still needed for some shifts. Contact Phyl Mueller (ext. 104) if you can help.
Monday, December 18 at Barnes & Noble: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. (volunteers needed)
Tuesday, December 19 at Borders: 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 19 at Barnes & Noble: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (volunteers needed)
Wednesday, December 20 at Barnes & Noble: 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. (volunteers needed)
Thursday, December 21 at Borders: 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 21 at Barnes & Noble: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (volunteers needed)
Sunday, December 24 at Barnes & Noble: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

GET YOUR SWEET DELIGHT CANDIES BEFORE CHRISTMAS!
PFA Candy Sales are still going strong. Beautifully boxed candy (and great tasting) is available at the school office or by calling Terri Riehm at 952-835-4450 every day as long as the supply lasts. Prices are as follows:
French Mints: Large - $12.00
Small - $7.00
Turtles Large - $14.00
Small - $8.00
Peanut Clusters - $10.00
Peppermint Crunch $10.00

COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID MEETING ON JANUARY 8
Parents are invited to a financial aid meeting on Monday, January 8, at 7:00 p.m. at Concordia Academy-Bloomington, featuring Brian Heineman, Financial Aid Director from Concordia University, St. Paul. Bring your questions about scholarships, grants, loans, and the FAFSA! He will be going over several aspects of the process and is willing to help all parents, regardless of whether their students attend CSP or not! Naomi Golnitz, a representative of OneAmerica and 123College.com, Inc., will also be available to assist parents in planning, and scheduling free consultations. Although this session is primarily for parents of juniors and seniors, it is open to all parents. Questions? Contact Grace Kelzer.

CALENDAR

12/15/2006
6:00pm Basketball:Boys C vs. Southwest Christian @ Concordia Academy - Bloomington
7:30pm Basketball:Girls Varsity vs. Holy Trinity @ Concordia Academy - Bloomington
9:00pm Christmas Dance, 9 p.m. to midnight

12/17/2006
7:00pm Christmas Concert

12/19/2006
6:00pm Basketball:Girls JV vs. Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf @ Concordia Academy - Bloomington
6:00pm Basketball:Boys JV vs. Randolph @ Randolph High School
7:30pm Basketball:Girls Varsity vs. Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf @ Concordia Academy - Bloomington
7:30pm Basketball:Boys Varsity vs. Randolph @ Randolph High School

12/20/2006
8:00am 8th Hour Final Exam
9:45am 7th Hour Final Exam
noon 6th Hour Final Exam
1:30pm School Dismissed

12/21/2006
8:00am 5th Hour Final Exam
9:45am 4th Hour Final Exam
noon 3rd Hour Final Exam
1:30pm School Dismissed
6:00pm Basketball:Girls Varsity vs. Minnesota North Star Academy @ Concordia Academy - Bloomington

12/22/2006
8:00am 1st Hour Final Exam
9:45am 2nd Hour Final Exam
11:15am School Dismissed, CHRISTMAS BREAK BEGINS

-Remember, you can view and search our most up-to-date calendar at http://www.lutheranhighschool.com/lhscalendar/calendar_main.cfm .
-The athletic calendar can now be viewed via our conference web page at http://www.mcaaconference.org/g5-bin/client.cgi?G5genie=40&school_id=3. From that page, you can also sign-up for email notification when changes are made in the athletic schedule. A link to the sports calendar can also be found on our school web site calendar page.

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