April 25 - May 2, 2014

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MISSION STATEMENT

Michigan Lutheran High School provides a Christ-centered 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.

DRAMA PRODUCTION at MLHS~

MLHS Drama Department will present C.S. Lewis' beloved

The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe

Friday, April 25, 1:00 PM &

Saturday, April 26, 1:00 PM

Tickets will be sold at the door: $3 Adults and $1 Students and children

Artwork done by MLHS Student Paul Wunderlich

A message from our Principal about China Trip

From April 9-April 21, I had the distinct opportunity to promote Michigan Lutheran High School in China. I traveled with nine other high school representatives from New York, California, Arizona, Florida, and Texas. I attended seven school fairs presenting to over 500 people the blessings of being a Titan and attending MLHS. I was able to see what life in Chinese middle school is like and witness their joy in seeing Americans in their school. I had my face painted by a bunch of Chinese kids in our Easter party, won a stuffed bunny during an Easter egg decoration contest, and ate foods I probably may never eat again. Over my time there, it struck me more than ever how ML is carrying out the Lord's work everyday and how we too often take for granted the blessing of a Christian Education. I had the privilege of doing this trip over holy week and Easter. Knowing the lengths my Lord went for me, led me to pray even more earnestly that he leads ML to have the opportunity to be the place for these students to spend their high school years. Over the next few weeks we will begin hearing from these students and families as they consider where they might attend high school in America. Please pray boldly and confidently with me that these students decide on ML. Christian education is a gift that we now have the opportunity to share farther than the founders of this high school ever imagined.

Easter Party Face Painting

I need to thank the faculty and staff for covering for me while I was gone. They stepped up and I came back to the ship still sailing the same direction! They did more than I could have imagined and they are to be commended for their faithful efforts. Also, thank you to Coach Fager and David Kenyon for heading up the girls soccer team in my absence. It was a sacrifice to your schedules to offer up your time and energy and it does not go unnoticed. Finally, thank you to my wife. People couldn't believe that I was able to leave home for that long with three little boys at home. I know it wasn't always easy, but you made it seem that way. Our home life runs smoothly only because of you and your love and commitment.

Finally, thank you to the MLHS family for allowing me this opportunity and praying for and supporting this vision of the future of our high school. Hang on, it's going to be an exciting journey!

- Mr. Herbst

Update on Student Housing at MLHS

MLHS is working on policies and costs associated with our new student housing which will be up and running next school year. Our website will have the handbook, application, and financial information available soon. The housing is for both international and domestic students. Pass it along to your friends outside of our area who may be interested in a Lutheran secondary education at ML!

Be an International Ambassador

Your help is needed in the upcoming months. Please consider opening your hearts and homes to one of our international students. Various levels of hosting opportunities are available, and in some instances, you will receive adequate compensation to offset any extra costs incurred in doing so. If you have any questions about the host family program, please contact Heidi Plocher at 269-429-7861 ext. 211 or email at internationals@michiganlutheran.org

GUIDANCE

Possible Scholarships due in May and June:

May                                                        MI Fraternal Organizations Scholarship

                                                                Volunteer work/Community Service



5/1                                                           Holocaust Remembrance Project Essay                        www.holocausthklaw.com

                                                                $10,000

5/1                                                           LULAC National Scholarship

                                                                Hispanic student/Essay

5/1                                                           Northwood U. Academic Merit Scholarship

                                                                $4,000-$36,000 ACT & GPA standards

5/10                                                         American Cancer Society

                                                                Student is cancer survivor/Financial need/Academics/Leadership

5/15                                                         Educational Communications Scholarship

                                                                $1,000-$6,000   Legal US Citizen

June



6/1                                                           MI Assoc. of Police/Carl Parsell Scholarship

                                                                Member of family must be MI Assoc. of Police/Public              E                                                                               Employee/Fire Fighter

6/14                                                         Abbott & Fenner Bussiness Consulting

                                                                $1,000/yearly

6/14                                                                          Big Sun Scholarship

                                                              $500.00                                                                   http://www.bigsunathletics.com

6/17                                                         Ed. Research Council of America                                             www.ERCA.org

                                                                $1,000 Community Service

6/21                                                                       BigSun Scholarship

                                                                               $500.00 Currently involved in athletics

6/30                                                         National Service Scholarship
                                                     Community Service minimum 1 year

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Selective Service Registration

Federal law says that all 18-year-old men must register with Selective Service within 30 days of their 18th birthday. Registration takes only a few minutes and can be accomplished by visiting www.sss.gov. For additional information, call 1-847-688-6888. Failure to register can lead to fines, prison, or withholding of college grants.

ATTENTION GRADUATING CLASS OF 2014

The 2014 Michigan Lutheran High School Commencement Service will be on Sunday, May 25 in the ML Gymnasium. It is this same weekend that the Senior PGA Tournament will be in the area. Kids under 18 are admitted free to this event with a paid adult. This will be a busy time; therefore, hotels/motels will need to be rented in advance. Please make plans early in order to adequately find sleeping arrangements for extended family that will be in the area during this important time.

ATTENTION SENIORS and PARENTS

This is just a reminder that there will be a $25.50 fee for graduation caps and gowns for which each of our seniors was measured. They can be picked up from the ML Office beginning May 12. Robes should be taken out of the wrap and hung on a hanger immediately so that they are not wrinkled for commencement services.

SCRIP PROGRAM

Again this year, parents who participate in the Scrip program will split the profits generated with Michigan Lutheran. Specifically, 50% of the profits will be applied to the student's tuition; the other 50% will be kept by ML for current expenses. Relatives and friends may help increase an ML parent's order by having their orders placed on the ML parent's order form. If you have questions, please call Mrs. Bette Otte at 429-7861, ex. 212.

Scrip orders need to be turned in by 9:00 am on Mondays. These orders will normally be available for pickup by Thursday of the same week. Orders placed after 9:00 am may not be available until the following week.

Please click here for a list of Scrip merchants

National Honor Society
Michigan Lutheran High School

The Principal and faculty of Michigan Lutheran High School are pleased to announce the selection of the following students:

Grace Barner, Nicole Bollnow, Paul Jackemeyer, Khayla Jennings, Kimberly Kenyon, Austin Koch, Victoria Lindenfeld, Emily Morrison, Amanda Nitz, Molly Plocher, Elise Rosenbaum, Kayla Rosenbaum, Zachary Schinske, Miranda Tolsma, Rochelle Walker, Kamrynn Weber, Paul Wunderlich, Emily Zerrenner, Michaela Zielke

for membership in the Michigan Lutheran High School Chapter of the National Honor Society.

The induction Ceremony will be held at Michigan Lutheran High School on Sunday, April 27, 2014 at 5:00 pm.

NATIONAL HONOR BLOOD DRIVE A SUCCESS

The NHS Chapter of MLHS held its first service project on April 12 when the ML gym became a spot to help others by donating blood. More than twenty-three people participated and eighteen units of blood were donated to the Red Cross of America. This was just the first of many service projects that The National Honor Society will host in the coming year. Thanks to everyone who helped with this event!

ALUMNI

To report recent alumni news, please send information to asievert@michiganlutheran.org

Brianna (Suckow) Ott, Class of 2008 and a graduate of St. Mary's College, has accepted a position in the Digital Marketing Department at the headquarters of Francesca's Collections in Houston, Texas. Brie and her husband, Patrick Ott, also from the Class of 2008, have relocated to Houston.

Congratulations to Cara Conrad ( ML class of 2010)

Read more by clicking on the link below:

http://athletics.hope.edu/sports/CaraConrad

Click here to learn more....

Help your Thrivent Dollars Support Michigan Lutheran High School

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Robotics

Congratulations!

On to the world competition...April 24 - April 28

Here is the website for the live feed from the FIRST Worlds Championship matches . We (2959) and St. Joseph (3620) are both in the Archimedes field. Check out the link below for our qualifying Match schedule.

http://science.ksc.nasa.gov/robotics/first/st-louis-2014/

The MLHS students involved in Robotics are: Noah Russell, Cody Laughlin, Josh Nolte, Nate Arend, Harmonie Morgan, and Vince Skorupa

SCHOOL ATHLETIC PHYSICALS DATE

June 24 - 8:30-12:30

Openings in the Athletic Department

Michigan Lutheran High School has openings for a sideline Cheer Coach and a Head Varsity Volleyball Coach. Those wishing to apply should email a letter of interest to Athletic Director John Eggert at jreggert@juno.com by May 1.

Port-A-Pit Chicken Dinner

Michigan Lutheran Football Boosters is hosting a Port-A-Pit Chicken/Pulled Pork Dinner on Wednesday, May 14, 2014. This is an eat-in or carry-out meal. Cost will be $8.00/meal. You can buy these tickets in advance from an ML student or call the MLHS office.

ATHLETIC SCHEDULE CHANGES

Please check the Athletics Page on the MLHS Website for any changes to the schedule and for updated spring sports calendars.

www.michiganlutheran.org

~Activities

~~Athletics

Titan Football Workouts

It's not too late to come to football workouts! Start training for next fall every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through the Spring at MLHS. If you have any questions, contact Coach Rich Zeiger (269) 325-1858.

Important Upcoming Dates: Save these dates!

2014 Prism Concert: May 17, May 18

2014 Graduation Service: May 25

2014 ML Gradeschool Basketball Camp June 9 - June 13

2014 ML JV basketball Camp June 16 - June 20

MLHS School Physical Date: June 24: 8:30 - 12:30

2014 WELS National Youth Rally: June 25 - June 28

Camp Lor-Ray Kids' Camp

Summer Camp registration is now open for camps for preschool to high school campers. Register soon to receive a $25 discount! There are additional discounts for families and for inviting new campers. We are also seeking summer staff: Pastors/Bible leaders, adult counselors,cooks, nurses, etc.

Our summer theme is "Jesus Only" from Matthew 17:8 "When they had lifted up their eyes, they saw noone but Jesus only" (NKJV/ESV). We'll be focusing on the 2nd person of the Trinity and what it means to carry our crosses as young disciples of Christ. Camp Lor-Ray is located near Muskegon, MI on 165 acres of forest land with a private lake. It assists ELS and WELS churches by providing a Christ-Centered recreation environment for youth and families. Register and apply at

www.CampLor-Ray.org

Art Awards

The following students artwork will be featured at the Whirlpool Spring Art Show reception on May 14th, from 5:30-7:30pm at the Tech Center in St. Joe. Gretchen Kreiger, Sam Sievert, and Noah Russell.

Nicole Bollnow's artwork was selected to be on display at the Mendel Center on Saturday, April 26th for the Southwest Michigan Symphony concert. Her artwork will then travel to be on display at the Berrien Resa Administrative Center in Berrien Springs through June.

Congrats to these students!