Principal's Pennings
Principal's Pennings
Spring break and 3rd quarter are over, which means we are heading down the home stretch for the school year. It’s hard to believe that we are already at this point, it does not feel possible. The 4th quarter of the year can be the most challenging. The weather starts warming, summer fever starts to set in, and focus begins shifting to…..Sorry I lost my focus. This has been an exciting school year with much more excitement and learning to come. I have thoroughly enjoyed and loved seeing the growth of our students both physically, academically and spiritually over the course of the year. We are blessed to work with children and families on daily basis not only educating them academically but also spiritually. Often, we do not get to see the final outcome of the year’s hard work. We entrust that God will
‘And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him: bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; being strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy;’ Colossians 1:9-14
The above passage is filled with strength and confidence for us as we continue to work through the rest of the school year. We can be confident that there are many whom continue to pray that we are all strengthened to bear His fruit and share the knowledge of God. As we finish out the school year, continue to pray fervently that He will be glorified in all that we do!
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever! Hebrews 13:8.
It has been an exciting couple of months! Enrollment started and by February 2nd, we had 87% of MLA re-enrolled and about 8% of the remaining families said they were planning to return. We hosted the LALKC 7th/8th Grade Girls/Boys Basketball tournament. There were 6 boys teams, 8 girls teams, cheerleaders, fans, volunteers and many others who participated in the event. We held our Annual MLA Auc-tion last weekend. We had amazing participation, tremendous gener-osity, and great examples of what it means to be a servant of the Lord. During all of these events, the teachers continued to work diligently to educate our children and model Christian servitude to them as well. We are blessed with a wonderful MLA community and family.
There is still plenty of excitement ahead other than Spring Break.
•March 29th is Maundy Thursday. Mr. Maas and the 7th and 8th graders will be performing Stations of the Cross.
•April 15th from 2-4 MLA will hosting an Open House for pro-spective families. Talk it up!
•Doughnuts for Dad (April 25) and Muffins with Mom (May 16th)
•April 25-27 Scholastic Book Fair
•April 27th at 6:30 is MLA’s Spring Musical. 75th Anniversary of Rodgers and Hammerstein
•May 24th, Kindergarten & 8th Grade Graduation
•June 2nd is the MLA Golf Outing held at Liberty Hill Golf Course, 19808 State Highway H, Liberty, MO 64068
As Enrollment continues to take place. We are brainstorming for ways to share with others about the wonderful MLA community. One way that you can help is by sharing Facebook posts, inviting your friends to visit MLA to tour with Mrs. Martens and see the school in ac-tion. Word of mouth is an amazing gift.
Enrollment
Enrollment is in full swing. Please make sure you have the email from TADS that has your unique enrollment code. As of Thursday, we have 33 students enrolled. 66% of the current 1st grades are enrolled, 50% of the current 6th graders are enrolled, and 39% of the current Kindergartens are enrolled. Our goal is to have 100% retention. Right now, we have about 38% of our student body re-enrolled. Don’t forget, the enrollment fee changes from $150 to $200 per student on next Thursday, February 1. If you cannot find the email from TADS, please contact the office.
National Lutheran Schools’ Week
This has been a great week. The students daily devoted together, learned about Cambodia, collected can foods, and continued to work hard in the classroom. We are truly blessed to be able to attend a school with teachers who have great knowledge and experience and a servant’s heart. We are also blessed to have students who come to school excited and ready to learn about all that the Lord has graciously given them. Plus, a principal that will grant your child a free dress day if they come to him either the Friday or Monday following this newsletter and tell him, “Eagles Rock.” A governing board that works to lead MLA to be successful. Most importantly, we have the blessings of hearing about a Lord and our Savior who shows us grace and mercy every day. A God who is the same yesterday and today and forever.
Kansas City Lutheran Athletic League 7th and 8th Grade Basketball Tournament
On February 8th, 9th and 10th, MLA will be hosting seven teams from the Kansas City area. There is a great need in many different areas, ranging from food donations to volunteering your time to make this event a success. This is an awesome opportunity to show other schools what makes MLA an amazing place. A SignUpGenius will be shared shortly for you, your family, and even your high school students to sign up to volunteer. Another sign up will be shared asking for food donations over the course of the weekend. This food will be sold in the concession stand as well as made available for coaches and referees. Let’s show the Lutheran community what makes MLA a great school. #MLAProud
MLA is such an awesome place. We are blessed to be able to host different activities, serve alongside multiple congregations, and most importantly, share the word of God with children and families every day. This past month was a busy month as we prepared for enrollment, a 7th/8th Grade Basketball Tournament, and the MLA Auction.
I am ecstatic to share that about 80% of the students have re-enrolled for next year and others have expressed their re-enrollments will be coming in February. This is very important as we plan for next year. It gives us a great starting point for budgeting and planning purposes for the upcoming school year. I know the planning seems early, but we are less than 5 months away from approving a budget for the upcoming school year and less than 7 months away from the start of the 2018-19 school year.
We host the Lutheran Athletic League of Kansas City 7th and 8th Grade Basketball Tournament once every 10 years. The tournament rotates among the Lutheran schools in the Kansas City area. We are blessed to have over 70 of the 80 volunteer slots filled and 52 of the 70 donation items filled. I am looking forward to an exciting weekend and can’t wait to serve alongside you.
The MLA Auction is only 3 weeks away! Items are still being donated. The committee is still planning and there is a lot of hard work ahead. There is always room for help and continued word of mouth about attending the auction. The auction is an important fundraiser that helps with the general budget and is applied to specific areas of improvement. One area that we are working to improve is our computer lab. I am getting bids on a Chromebook lab, which will provide students with the ability to work in the lab or in the classroom. There are many apps that can be added onto the Chromebooks that can help with student learning.
This is a great time to be an MLA Eagle! Please keep MLA in your prayers as we continue to serve the Lord. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
Enrollment
Enrollment is in full swing. Please make sure you have the email from TADS that has your unique enrollment code. As of Thursday, we have 33 students enrolled. 66% of the current 1st grades are enrolled, 50% of the current 6th graders are enrolled, and 39% of the current Kindergartens are enrolled. Our goal is to have 100% retention. Right now, we have about 38% of our student body re-enrolled. Don’t forget, the enrollment fee changes from $150 to $200 per student on next Thursday, February 1. If you cannot find the email from TADS, please contact the office.
National Lutheran Schools’ Week
This has been a great week. The students daily devoted together, learned about Cambodia, collected can foods, and continued to work hard in the classroom. We are truly blessed to be able to attend a school with teachers who have great knowledge and experience and a servant’s heart. We are also blessed to have students who come to school excited and ready to learn about all that the Lord has graciously given them. Plus, a principal that will grant your child a free dress day if they come to him either the Friday or Monday following this newsletter and tell him, “Eagles Rock.” A governing board that works to lead MLA to be successful. Most importantly, we have the blessings of hearing about a Lord and our Savior who shows us grace and mercy every day. A God who is the same yesterday and today and forever.
Kansas City Lutheran Athletic League 7th and 8th Grade Basketball Tournament
On February 8th, 9th and 10th, MLA will be hosting seven teams from the Kansas City area. There is a great need in many different areas, ranging from food donations to volunteering your time to make this event a success. This is an awesome opportunity to show other schools what makes MLA an amazing place. A SignUpGenius will be shared shortly for you, your family, and even your high school students to sign up to volunteer. Another sign up will be shared asking for food donations over the course of the weekend. This food will be sold in the concession stand as well as made available for coaches and referees. Let’s show the Lutheran community what makes MLA a great school. #MLAProud
Mr. Scott Dixon
The MLA family mourns the loss of Cheryl McComas. She was one of our hot lunch volunteers and died 19 January 2018. Her funeral was earlier today. Please keep her parents, Roy & Minnie Soutee in your prayer.
iPad/iPod
Mr. Dixon is looking for a used iPad or iPod that a person would be willing to donate to MLA or sell for a low price. Mr. Dixon would like to use it to help create videos and potentially to start an after school club that could use it. Please contact Mr. Dixon if you or someone you know has one.