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Memorial Lutheran School
Building a Strong Foundation
News and Updates
January 4, 2013 |
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Headmaster's Greeting |
GOOD TEACHERS
What makes a good teacher? Roman rhetorician Quintilian defines a good teacher thus: "He must have no vices and tolerate none in his pupils. He must be stern but not melancholy, friendly but not familiar-lest in the first case he incur dislike and in the latter contempt. He must constantly dwell upon the honorable and the good, for the more he admonishes his pupils the less he will need to punish them. He must never lose his temper, yet he must not pass over what deserves correction. He must be clear in his instruction, patient and persevering rather than rigid, and above all able to endure hard toil." Our teachers at Memorial Lutheran School (MLS) aim for all of these qualities, but in one of them I can guarantee that they succeed: enduring hard toil.
Having observed them for half of the academic year, I am very proud of our faculty and staff. They are professional, persevering, and patient. They believe, as did the 17th century father of the textbook Comenius, that education is about imparting knowledge, implanting virtue, and improving piety. As 2013 begins, I am grateful that God has blessed MLS with godly and gracious teachers.
The beginning of another year urges upon us new or renewed goals and resolutions. This applies to our educational task as well. Though tomes have been written to define this task, the best explanation of the educational task I've found is summed up in just four questions:
- What are our children learning?
- How will they learn it?
- When will they learn it?
- How will we know they have learned it?
These questions are great for parents and teachers alike to help them aim and hit the target we call education. Let's commit to using them and clarifying the answers in 2013 for the sake of our children and all that God will have them become.
Pastor William Heine
Memorial Lutheran Church and School
5800 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77057-5617
School phone: 713-782-4022 ext. 317
bheine@mlchouston.org
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MLS Basketball | |
 Our young teams begin their games on Saturday, January 12. The schedules will be here early next week. The teams play every Saturday through the beginning of March.
Our middle school teams play next week on Tuesday, January 8 at Salem and on Thursday, January 10, here at home at 5:30 p.m. Go Mustangs!
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Character Counts! Trait of Responsibility - Wear Green Wednesday January 9 | |
Students may wear green next Wednesday, January 9, for Character Counts! This month's character trait is Reasonability. Green shirts, jeans and tennis shoes may be worn. |
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New Lunch Program - The Healthy Lunchbox | |
The transition to our new lunch provider is complete and we are quite pleased. The food is good, the service is friendly, and online ordering is a breeze. We hope that you share these sentiments. Please keep us updated regarding your experiences with The Healthy Lunch Box. If you need any information or assistance with your account, please call our school receptionist, Mrs. Klander, at 713-782-4022. |
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Christian Education Night | |
 Christian Education Night begins this coming Wednesday, January 9. Dinner is served from 5:15 to 6 p.m, with classes from 6 to 7 p.m. Babysitting is provided. Join us for CEN and enjoy food, fellowship and spiritual renewal. Pastor St-Onge is teaching Evangelism:Then and There, Here and Now; Pastor Murray and Vicar Nuttleman are teaching Highlights of Romans 1-8; Cantor Muth is teaching Worshipping with the Angels and Archangels: and introduction to the Divine Service.
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Reminders Regarding Security | |
 This Monday, January 7, the new after school pick-up procedures for students in Early Start through 8th grade will go into effect. Parents will no longer enter through the back/north doors to pick up children. Pick-up is now through the main school office door. Miss Hall will call the teacher, and buzz you through. This is for children enrolled in our after school program who are being picked up after 3:45 p.m.
Drop-off and pick-up remains the same for the Infant Wing. |
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Prayers this Week | |
 This week's prayers:
We pray for Mrs. Kleb's continued recovery. She is doing very well and is expected back before the month of January is out. |
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Students of the Week | |
 Congratulations to Students of the Week:
4th grade - Chase Ratcliff 6th grade - Michael Halverson and Jude Olabi. |
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Auction Meeting Thursday, January 10 4:0 to 5:30 p.m. | |
 If you would like to join for the final April 20 auction planning, please join us for the meeting next Thursday, January 10. We will meet in room 165 at 4 p.m. and will end the meeting by 5:30, since we have a home basketball game. The venue is set, auction donation letters have gone out, several nice auction items have already been received, and we mainly will be setting the evening's program and talk about auction software. Auction items are still needed, so ideas are welcome! If you have any questions, please call or email LouAnn in the office. |
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Uniform Exchange | |
There is a used school uniform store in Mrs. Martin's classroom (5th grade). We always appreciate donations to the inventory. We are starting the second semester of the school year and that means children are probably growing! Please consider donating the uniforms that your child is outgrowing - Mrs. Martin accepts donations any time! The stock is a little thin right now, so she could really use some "new" clothes. You are most welcome to email Mrs. Martin to see what is available should you have a need for slacks, shirt, jumper, etc. Mrs. Martin's email is smartin@mlchouston.org. |
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MLS Student Achievement | |
 We congratulate 8th grade student, Luisa Vazquez, who has been selected by TUTS to perform in a national musical theater production in Atlanta, Georgia, from Jan 17th to January 21st. Luisa has been participating in acting for several years. We are proud of our MLS students!
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Calendar - Events | |
Looking Ahead - Calendar:
- Tuesday, January 8 - Varsity basketball at Salem, 5 p.m. game
- Wednesday, January 9 - Wear green for Character Counts!
- Wednesday, January 9 - Christian Education begins; dinner from 5:15 to 6 p.m., classes from 6 to 7 p.m.
- Thursday, January 10 - Auction meeting 4 to 5:30 p.m, Room 165.
- Thursday, January 10 - Varsity basketball here at home, 5:30 p.m
- Saturday, January 12 - Elementary grade basketball - game times to be announced
- Monday, January 21 - MLK Holiday, no school PS-8th - childcare is available
- Saturday, April 20 - MLS Auction and Dinner, "Groovy Nights", Westin Galleria Plaza Ballroom. Reserve that date on your calendars!
You are welcome to call the school office at any time with questions - 713.782-4022. |
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| LouAnn Webber
Director of Admissions
Memorial Lutheran School
713-782-4022 school office |
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