This week our devotions have focused on the wise men. The wise men brought gifts fit for a King. Many countries give gifts on Epiphany to remember the gifts of the wise men.
As I think about gifts my parents gave me as a child I see the gift of a Christian Education as the best gift. I now know the sacrifices that they made to afford my education at Lutheran Schools. I appreciate the extra time my parents spent helping me and volunteering at my schools. I was always surrounded by those who shared with me the story of Jesus and His love. I received a high quality education that formed me into the person I am today. I was taught the power of prayer and how to live my faith. I was constantly reminded that Jesus loves me. I saw my teachers in church and saw them live a life of service and love to God.
want to thank you for also seeing the importance of a Christian Education. Life is different here at Zion, we are more than a school. We are a family, a family of believers, brothers and sisters in Christ and like a family things are not always perfect, yet we love and forgive each other. We share Christ and we learn about His love. Zion is a great place to be!
Re-enrollment packets are being sent home today. The packets will be sent home with the oldest child in each family. It is my prayer that you are all returning to Zion next year. Please take some time to fill out the packets as it helps with planning for next year if the packets are returned quickly. Please contact Mr. Debrick or myself if you have any questions.
A Look Ahead:
Religion: Baptism of Jesus and the Beginning of His Ministry
Memory: Titus 2:11
Spelling: Lesson 17
Grammar: Using have and had
Phonics: R with a vowel
Science: The Sky and Weather unit
Math: Timed Test over addition facts on Wednesday
Literacy Centers:
Writing: Thank You Letters
Phonics: y sounding like like i and e
Alphabet: using positional words to make a picture
Name: synonyms
Poetry: Penguin poem
Math: Using symmetry to build a penguin
Update on Drew Albritton: Drew had a very invanisive surgery to remove the tumor on Thursday. The doctors were able to remove 90% of the tumor. Drew has a long recovery process and more procedures to come. Please keep him and his family in your prayers.
Our class was able to donate $445 in gift cards. The family was overwhelmed by the support from Zion. As a school we were able to give them $5,000 in gift cards, gifts, and services. Thank you SHINING Jesus love to this family.
AN AUTHOR VISITS: Mrs Joanne Bader a published author of children's books came to our room today. She has written many Bible story books. Today she came in and read to us an Epiphany book she wrote. Since many countries give gifts on Epiphany I gave each child a copy of Mrs. Bader's book and she was so kind to autograph them for us. Check out the pictures at the end of the blog!
Next week, we will begin working on a book that will be published. Look for information to come home next week!!!
Book orders magazines are being send home. Orders will be due Monday, January 14. Please go online to order your books. Don't forget to let your child pick a book with the free book choice that I gave them for Christmas. Your child may choose a book from the flyers or online. https://orders.scholastic.com/GPF69 Use this link to help you order the books!
IMPORTANT DATES:
Wednesday, January 16- Donuts for Dads, join us from 7-7:45 in the church basement for a donut breakfast, dads are invited to stay for Chapel at 8:05-8:50.
Friday, January 18- Field trip to the Florissant Civic Center to see the play Charlotte's Web.
We will have an early sack lunch in our rooms and will travel by bus. The chaperones for this field trip are Kim Bertel and Megan Lay. (I randomly choose this names if you can't attend please let me know) We will leave around 11:15 and return at 2:30. Look for a permission form next week.
Saturday, January 26 at 5:00 pm - We sing in church to help celebrate Lutheran Schools Week details to come...
Friday, February 1- One Hundred Day Celebration!! We need many parent helpers to help prep and run centers. Adrienne Collins is graciously planning this day for us. Please email here if you can help. adriennemiller2@hotmail.com Thanks
Wise Men Still Seek HIM, May you come to worship the King this weekend! May you enjoy the gifts He gives of love, forgiveness, and eternal life, may you be His gift to others as you SHINE for HIM.
In HIM,
Amy
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| Mrs. Bader tells us about being an author. |
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| Mrs. Bader reads us one of her published books. |
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| We were able to read one of her books. |
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| Look at the author's autograph! |
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