March 1 - March 8, 2013
MISSION STATEMENT
Michigan Lutheran High School provides a Christ-centered, confessionally Lutheran secondary education to prepare young adults for lives of Christian service in their churches, workplaces, communities, the world, and for life with their Lord in eternity. |
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~Upcoming ML Sundays~
Sunday, March 3 ML Sunday @ St. Paul's - South Haven 9:00
Sunday, April 14 ML Sunday @ Beautiful Savior - LaPorte, IN 9:30 (Central Time)
The ML Family is to join in expressing our appreciation to God for providing congregations and schools that lovingly support Christian secondary education at MLHS. The Festival Singers edify these special services in song; Rev. Schneider leads the service. Let us come and worship God who makes it all possible! | |
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MLHS ATTENDENCE
ML realizes that there are many mornings when the weather plays a factor in the timeliness of the students arrival at school. It is very important as well that students are learning the importance of being on-time for appointments. A general rule of thumb is that 10 minutes early is right on time. Learning how to navigate the time that may be necessary to get to school in the morning is one way that they can learn this important skill.
Please encourage your child to leave at an appropriate time, and when the roads are slippery due to weather, that they leave a little earlier. If you believe that they are going to be late due to weather, please call Amy Sievert (269-429-7861 ex.201) and let her know. That way they will receive a "weather-related" tardy rather than an unexcused tardy. If we do not hear from a parent in the morning, we are unable to judge why they are tardy and therefore they will be marked unexcused. Thank you for your help! | |
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Give as You are Able
Phase II of the Window Project is almost completed! We need your help to finish! We are in need of $680 more to install new windows in the library. This will finish all major windows in the school. The new windows are ordered and installation will begin within the next month. Please help this project! No amount is too small.
If you can respond to God's blessings in your life by helping the ministry at ML we would be thankful for your support; now, in the past, and in the future. Call William Kruck at
269-429-7861 ex. 203 or Bette Otte at 269-429-7861 ex. 212 to contribute. | |
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Michigan Lutheran Athletic Department would like to let its fans know that
the WEBSITE: schedulestar.com is now a reliable source to get information. When doing the search on the website, please search for MichiganLutheranHS.
RESCHEDULED GAME:
There will be Boys Basketball Games on Saturday, March 2 at ML. They are rescheduled games vs. Howardsville Christian. The JV will begin at 6 PM and Varsity at 7:30. Hope you can join us for this contest! | |
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Boys District Tournament
Come enjoy some great boys basketball! Keep in mind that passes do not apply for district tournaments. Admission will be charged to everyone.
District Tournament Dates are Monday, 3-4; Wednesday 3-6, and Friday, 3-8
ML Game times are:
Monday, March 4 at 7 PM ML vs. Grace Christian@ ML
Wednesday, March 6 at 7:30 at Lake Michigan Catholic
and if they win,
Friday, March 8 at 7 PM District Championship
at Lake Michigan Catholic
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ML Weightlifting Team
This past Saturday 21 young ladies on the Titan Powerlifting team made history by winning the West Regional in Edwardsburg. Ten of the Titans placed in
the top three in each of their categories to have the opportunity to participate in the State Championships on March 9th in Traverse City. ML was led by their Captain and 4 year veterans Elizabeth Witkowski, Rachael Amor, Mollye Sievers, Katherine Siedler and Molly levi.
The powerlifting team is open to all female ML 7th-12 graders.
The following girls were part of the team for this season:
Rachael Amor 12th grade 1st place Captain, Mollye Sievers 12th grade Captain , Kaitlin Weber 12th grade, Molly Levi 12th grade Captain
Elizabeth Witkowski 12th grade 2nd place Captain, Amanda Ott 12th grade,Courtney Burnett 10th grade 3rd place, Amanda Nitz 10th grade 2nd place, Sarah Cramer 10th grade 2nd place, Emily Witkowski 8th grade, Karah Meijer 9th grade 3rd place, Samantha Rock 9th grade 3rd place, Anna Pelky 9th grade, Liza Moncreif 7th grade, Miranda Tolsma 10th grade 2nd place, Lexi Cano 9th grade, Grace Barner 9th grade, Morgan McGhee 8th grade, Olivia Sievert 7th grade 2nd place,, Mackenzie Zabel 7th grade
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Help is needed from you: A Gourmet Pasta Luncheon
will be served at in the gymnasium of St. Matthew's Lutheran in Benton Harbor on Sunday,
March 3, 2013 from 1 - 3 PM. This is a fundraiser to benefit the Family of Jennifer Sicurello; Ron & Diane Clark, and Josh Sicurello (members of St. Matthew's Lutheran)
WHY?
Last year Jennifer was diagnosed with kidney desease and she is in need of a kidney transplant. Her step-father, Ron Clark, is a perfect match. He is donating one of his kidneys. Recovery time for donor and recipient will be two to three months, during which time they will not be able to work, and Diane will be off from work so she can look after the two of them. The proceeds from the fund raiser will be used to help with the family's expenses following transplant surgery.
(suggested donation: $10.00 per plate)
Please join us, or you may send donations to:
St. Matthews Lutheran Church
671 McAllister Ave
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
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2013 - 2014 Freshman Testing and Registration
Saturday, March 16, 2013 from 9am - Noon
Students who will be entering the 9th grade in the fall of the 2013 - 2014 school year will be given the opportunity to take the Explore test at MLHS on Saturday, March 16, from 9am until noon. This test, which is prepared by the same organization that produces the ACT, helps parents and advisors learn about their student's level of preparation in English, math, reading, and science. While the students are writing their tests, parents may register their children for the 2013 - 2014 year. A $50 registration deposit is to be paid at the time of registration. This deposit is refundable if the application is withdrawn by June 15th. If a student is planning to attend MLHS but cannot make the registration date, parents should call the high school at 269-429-7861 to make other arrangements. | |
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Robotics at ML
Michigan Lutheran students have the opportunity to join a multi-school FIRST Robotics team. Our team, "CW Tech Team Robotarians" is a US F.I.R.S.T. (For inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics Competition team started in 2008, consisting of high school students from Coloma, Watervleit, Eau Clare, Grace Christian, LMC and MLHS
MLHS student members this year are Cody Laughlin and Noah Russell. Our first competition is on March 8-9 at Gull Lake. The Following week we will be in competition at Saint Joseph High School. Please come down to Saint Joseph High School on Saturday March 16 to watch this exhilarating competition
FIRST Robotics mission is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.
Called "The varsity Sport for the Mind," FRC combines the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology. Under strict rules, limited resources, and time limits, teams of 25 students or more are challenged to raise funds, design a team "brand," hone teamwork skills, and build and program robots to perform prescribed tasks against a field of competitors. It's as close to "real-world engineering" as a student can get. Volunteer professional mentors lend their time and talents to guide each team.
Every year, at the beginning of January, the FIRST Organization launches a completely new and challenging game. For the next 6 weeks, each of the over 150 Michigan (and over 2,000 international) teams, designs, constructs, and tests a robot to accomplish the numerous tasks comprising the game. During this period the students devote about 1300-1500 man-hours towards successful completion of the robot. Afterward, the team competes with about 40 other teams at 2 of 7 Michigan district events. Based on the results of these events, a state-wide for all the Michigan Teams is created. Those Teams winning an event, an event award, or ranking high enough on the state-wide rankings qualifies to go to the State Championship.
All of the expenses for the robot construction, travel, lodging, for the CW Tech Team are obtained by student-directed fundraising activities, such as local business donations, school vending machine sales, pancake breakfasts, and raffles. NO DIRECT FUNDING COMES FROM THE SCHOOLS.
USFIRST is an organization that promotes more than just building and competing with a robot. They also support, "gracious professionalism" by designing the competitions to reinforce inter-team cooperation. In addition, awards are given at each of the direct and State events for team community service activities, mentoring, and citizenship. Direct and National awards are also given for drafting/design, 3D animation, mentoring, and several others.
Mark your calendar FIRST Robotics March 16 at Saint Joseph High School. You are looking for the CW Tech Team Robotarians Team number 2959 |
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Winter Sports Banquet
Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at 6:30 PM
Each family attending is asked to bring a main dish and salad or a min dish and a dessert. Please provide your own table service. Rolls and beverages will be provided. Please be generous as you prepare your dishes so that we are sure we will have enough for everyone.
Come help us cheer on our winter sports athletes and coaches for a season well done!
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Spring Concert Announcement
On Sunday, March 24th, the band and choirs of the Michigan Lutheran High School Fine Arts Department will be presenting their annual Spring Concert, beginning at 7:00 PM. This year's concert falls on Palm Sunday and will focus on themes relevant to Holy Week, the forgiveness we have through Christ, and the glorious return of Jesus on Judgment Day. Please join us for this special event! The annual Spaghetti Supper fundraiser, sponsored by the Senior Class, will also be held that evening, beginning at 5:00 PM.
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Senior Class Trip to Washington DC is Fast Approaching
The Senior Class Trip is right around the corner. The bus will be departing from ML on Sunday, March 24th at approximately 9 PM. It will arrive back at ML on Thursday morning, March 28th.
There are a number of seats available for parents and others who might want to join us on the trip. The cost of the bus ride will be $150/person. We anticipate that the motels will be less than $100/4 people /night. The only other costs you would incure would be meals, metro tickets, and any other special tickets that are not covered by a group rate.
If you would like to reserve a seat on the bus, please contact Pastor Schneider at
269-429-7861 ex: 207
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Nashville Mission Trip 2013
Many interested students have signed up to attend this trip!
Praise God for willing servants!
Here I Am. Lord, Send Me!
April 3-7
Rock of Ages Lutheran Church 741 E Campbell Rd, Madison, TN 37115
Our role would be to canvass the area inviting the community to a Soccer Bible camp, building awareness for this congregation's ministry.
We will be staying with host families. Money needed will be for spending and touring. ML is looking for donations to defray the costs. Please talk to Mr. Herbst if you are willing to donate to this special trip.
This is a fun, working trip! Parents may join us, but will be working too.
Interested parents please contact Mr. Herbst!
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GUIDANCE
Attention Senior Parents: It is time for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This is a form that must be completed if your child needs help in financing college. Colleges use this information to determine financial aid for scholarships, grants, loans, etc. You must file in Michigan between January 1, 2013 and March 1, 2013. You must begin the process by procuring a PIN. You get this be going to www.pin.ed.gov. This can be done before January 1. To file online after January 1, go to www.FAFSA.gov.
Attention Junior Parents: A REMINDER:
The MME is March 5, 6 and 7. The bus leaves from ML for SJHS at 7:30 AM sharp on Tuesday morning. Bring a calculator and 2 #2 pencils. Wednesday and Thursday sessions will be held at ML.
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Scholarships!
For a list of all the scholarships, information, and dues dates, please go to www.michiganlutheran.org. Click on Academics and then guidance. With other questions please talk to Mr Kruck at 269-429-7861 ext. 203.
A list of some scholarships due in February
March Guy M. Wilson Mem. Scholarship
$500 - 2.5 GPA
3/1 Citizens Flag Alliance Essay (grades 9-12)
3/1 Michigan Assoc. of Timbermen
(natural resource field of study - $500-$1,000)
3/1 Walmart
3.5 GPA, ACT 27, Community Service
3/1 Borgess/Lee Memorial Foundation
$250 - $5,000 Health Careers 2.75 GPA, school & community
3/1 Waterford Foundation/Al Dittrich
$2,500 - academic achievement, community svc, 3 letters of recommendation
3/1 Michigan Competitive Scholarship
ACT total 90 or above by October Sr. year - must file FAFSA
3/1 American Legion & Auxiliary
For daughters, granddaughters & great-granddaughters of Veterans
3/1 US Foreign Svc Nat'l. Essay Contest www.afsa.org
$750-$2,500 (grades 9-12)
3/2 MSU Creative Arts Scholarship
$3,000 per year - Writing/Theatre Art Majors
3/3 Eastern MI Alumni Scholarship alumni.relations@emich.edu
$1,000 - 3.2 GPA, for children or grandchildren of Alumni
3/4 Nat'l. Alliance for Scholastic Achievement www.eee/bus/nasa
$2,000 - $15,000: ACT/SAT score, 2.75 GPA
3/8 Heart of Cook www.berriencommunity.org
Berrien County Engineering Student
3/8 Jelnik Leadership Scholarship Essay www.berriencommunity.org
$500 - 2.0 GPA, Leadership, Community Service
3/9 USA Today and SAMMY Essay www.bodybymilk.com
$7,500 - Athletic, Academic, Leadership, Community Service
3/10 Scholastic Writing Essay
3/10 Carl Parsell Scholarship www.mapmichigan.org/applicationasp
3/14 Athena Women's Service League rmckey@sbcglobal.net
$1,000 Volunteer Service, 3.0 GPA
3/14 The Detroit News
3/15 UM Dearborn Engineering & Computer Science
3/15 Berrien/Cass Cty Assoc. of Legal Secretaries
3/15 Kohl's Kids Who Care Com. Scholarship
Ages 6-18 Community Service & Volunteer Work
3/15 Bethesda Lutheran Homes & Services
3.0 GPA
3/15 Robert C. Byrd Honors Nominated by Administration
Based on GPA & ACT formula
3/16 Michigan Retailers Assoc.
$1,000 Must be employed by or child of MRA business.
3/17 WLC Acacemic or Presidential Scholarship www.wisconsinlutherancollege.org
Enrolled in Fine Arts, Arts, Music or Theatre - based on academics
WLC Academic Scholarship
$7,500
3/17 St. Joseph Birthright Auxiliary
$1,000 - Essay
3/23 Exchange Club: St Joseph/Benton Harbor Essay www.exchangeclub.org
$1,000-$10,000
3/30 MI State Troopers Assistance Fund
3.5 GPA, Extra-curricular /Community Service/Job
3/31 Chevrolete/Michelle Kwan REWARDS
3.2 GPA, Female Athlete
3/31 Buick Achievers
$25,000/yr & $2,000/yr
3/31 MCI Cutting Edge Scholars
Develop & submit internet project
3/31 Michigan Two-Cylinder Club
$1,000
3/31 Twin City Players/Brian Swiger Essay
$1,000 - Participation in the Arts 2.5 GPA
3/31 Honor Credit Union $1,000
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HOST FAMILIES NEEDED
Michigan Lutheran High School has been blessed the last few years to be a part of International programs that place foreign students in our care. MLHS has recently received approval to accept students who are here on an F1 visa to study full-time in the United States. Because of this amazing opportunity, MLHS will be hosting a number of international students next year. In order to do so, ML families must generously open their homes to these very special visitors. Several options will be available to host families in the coming school year. If you would like to open your home, or if you would like to learn more about this exciting experience, please contact either Mrs. Sievert in the front ML Office, or Mrs. Plocher, International Advisor. Our international students add much to our campus family. Please consider becoming a part of this unique opportunity. | |
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Please bring magazines to the MLHS Office. The Art Department is in need of them for Projects. Thanks! | |
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ML Sundays
| Date | Time | Location | | | | | November 18, 2012 | 8:00/10:30 AM | Grace - St. Joseph, MI | | December 9, 2012 | 9:00 AM | Grace - Eau Claire, MI | | December 16, 2012 | 10:30 AM | Hope - Hartford, MI | | January 13, 2013 | 9:00 AM | St. John - Dowagiac, MI | | January 20, 2013 | 9:00 AM | Peace - Granger, IN | | January 27, 2013 | 9:30 AM | Good Shepherd - Benton Harbor, MI | | February 10, 2013 | 8:00/10:30 AM | St. Paul - Stevensville, MI | | February 17, 2013 | 9:00 AM | St. Paul - Sodus, MI | | February 24, 2013 | 9:00 AM | St. Matthew - Benton Harbor, MI | | March 3, 2013 | 9:00 AM | St. Paul - South Haven, MI | | April 14, 2013 | 9:30 AM (Central) | Beautiful Savior - LaPorte, IN |
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IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES: SAVE THE DATES!
Grace Youth bowling from 6-8:30: March 23
2013 Gradeschool Track Meet at MLHS: May 10th
2013 Junior/Senior Banquet: May 11th
2013 Awards/Recognition Night: May 15th 6:30 PM
2013 MLHS Camp Dates:
June 10-14 Kids basketball Camp. Boys grades 2-8. Girls grade 3-8.
June 17-21 JV basketball Camp. Girls and boys.
July 8-12 VB Camp. Grades 4-6;7-8
July 15-19 VB Camp. Grades 1-3;9-10
July 22-26 High School Football camp
July 26 Kids football camp
2013 Michigan District Youth Rally: July 17-20
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Paper Drive
Dates:
March 2
June 1
Quick Links...
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CALENDAR COMMENTS
March 2 - LES Academic Fair
March 3 - ML Sunday @ St. Paul's South Haven, MI 9 AM
March 5-7 - MME Testing Off Campus for Juniors (Half-day for gr. 11)
March 8 - End of 3rd Quarter
March 11 - Spring sports begin
March 15 - Half-Day 12:05 Dismissal/ Faculty In-Service
March 24 - Spaghetting Supper Fundraiser 5 PM
March Easter Concert 7 PM
March 25-28 - Senior Class Trip to Washington DC
March 29 - April 8 - Easter Break NO SCHOOL |
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MLHS Telephone (269)429-7861
Extensions are as follows:
Mr. Herbst 204
Mr. Briney 209
Mr. Eggert 215
Mrs. Eggert 216
Mrs. Gephart
Mrs. Plocher 211
Mr. Kruck 203
Mr. Lillo 208
Mrs. Otte 212
Mr. Pappenfuss 206
Mrs. Rush
Rev. Schneider 207
Ms. Sperle 214
Mr. Stangl 210
Mrs. Sievert 201
Mrs. Styx
Mrs. Wunderlich 284 |
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