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Parent Newsletter
August 25, 2015
VLHS freshmen gather on the first day of school.
Devotion
Time Flies
I have to share this with you....yesterday when I went home from school, I was assaulted.  Well, maybe not assaulted - more like assailed.  OK, that's exaggerating - it was more like profoundly irritated.  You see, when I went to my mailbox therein lay an invitation from AARP to begin my membership.  AARP stands for American Association for Retired Persons and I'm pretty sure that they are only supposed to invite "older" people.   I hurried to call and notify them of this grave mistake.  The patient woman on the other end of the line had me verify my birthday and, lo and behold, I qualify!  This should not be.  Where did the time go?  It was just yesterday that I was a new high school student anxiously trying to get my locker open. 

Now, I am greeting the Class of 2019 and helping them find the music room.  Their year will go fast.  Their four years here will go too fast.  It is reassuring that as time flies beyond our control, that we can rest in Jesus knowing that He is ultimately in control of all things and through Him, we have "a faith and knowledge resting on the hope of eternal life, which God, who does not lie, promised before the beginning of time" (Titus 1:2).  And at Valley Lutheran, we pray that students are reminded of this saving message each and every day.   Blessings on the new school year!  Side note....maybe I'll send that AARP thing in anyway - it looks like I get a free duffle bag!
~Dr. Lisa Meyers
News
Host Families Needed
VLHS has International Students in need of host families.  If you are interested, please contact Debbie Davis as soon as possible at ddavis@vlhs.com or 790-1676.  
School Pictures
All students will have their picture taken on Friday, Aug. 28th, during study periods or lunch. 
 These pictures are used for ID cards, yearbook, and are available for purchase.  Order envelopes will be given to students this week.
  
Seniors may submit their senior pictures for publication in the yearbook by following the guidelines found by clicking on the link Senior Picture Guidelines.
Parent Open House September 15th
It's "Back to School Night" for Parents, 6:30pm on Tuesday, Sept. 15th.  Experience a day in the life of your child by going through the entire day at an accelerated pace.  Meet the teachers, hear course requirements, meet other parents, and learn how you can get involved.  Your attendance sends a clear message that you think school is important.  We hope that all parents will attend.  Your class schedule will be waiting for you at the front entrance.  The bell rings at 6:30pm.  Don't be tardy!  Your "day" will end at 9:00pm.
Golf Scramble Tees Off September 19th
  • Saturday, September 19th
  • Saginaw Valley Golf Course (formerly the Bay City Country Club)
  • Support the VLHS Student Aid Fund
Click on the link VLHS Golf Scramble Brochure to download the registration brochure or stop in the school office to pick one up.
Fall Service Day is September 30th
Putting faith into "action" is an important part of the mission of Valley "to serve in the world".  Students get the opportunity to do just that on Fall Service Day, Wednesday, Sept. 30th.  Between 8-9 a.m. they will join their family group at some location in the Great Lakes Bay Region to help others.  The day will conclude between noon and 1pm.
  
Permission slips with specific site location and times will be sent home with students as the date approaches.  All students are required to attend service day, so mark this day on your calendar and keep it open.
Summer Read Assignment Due Thursday
The Summer Read Writing Assignment for Counting By 7's by Holly Goldberg Sloan is due Thursday, August 27th, and is to be turned into your family group leader at chapel.  The guidelines for the writing project can be picked up in the office or found here.
 
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Lisa Meyers, Academic Dean, at 790-1676 or lmeyers@vlhs.com.
VLHS Entertainment Book Sale
The Entertainment Book Sale is the VLHS Parent Organization's largest fundraiser of the year!  We will be sorting and bagging up the books on Thurs., Sept. 10th at 6pm in the RC.  We are looking for volunteers to help number and sort books.  If you can help please contact Karla Weiss at 671-1711 or ekweiss@prodigy.net.
 
Books will be sold from September 15th through October 6th.  The books will be available from any Valley Lutheran student or in the school office.  The price is $25.   To purchase a book contact any VLHS student or the VLHS office at 790-1676.  Families may also "check out" a large number of books to sell at your work or church.  Please contact Karla Weiss at 671-1711 or ekweiss@prodigy.net if you wish to sell extra books.

Entertainment books make great gifts! Don't forget to register your card and use the mobile application on your smart phone for additional coupons good across the country.  If you have a favorite local business you'd like to see in the book, please let Karla Weiss know as she can send in suggestions for possible additions to the electronic coupons.
Athletic Passes Available for Purchase
Athletic passes cost $20 for 10 entries to a regular season home game.  Passes can be purchased at athletic events or in the school office.  Admission price for varsity games is $5 for adults and $4 for students.  Single game sub-varsity events cost $4. 
 
Please note that admission for all-conference and division tournaments is $5 and Athletic Passes are not accepted.
Parent Organization Mum Sale
Fall is right around the corner.  Add some gorgeous fall color to your yard and support the VLHS Parent Organization at the same time.  The colorful mums will sell for $10 a plant one evening only, before the first Valley home football game on Thursday, Sept. 3rd, from 3-6:30pm in the school parking lot.  The plants will be sold on a cash and carry basis.  If you have any questions, contact Amy Shrank at 989-607-5902.
Post Prom 2016
The Post Prom Committee works together to coordinate the Post Prom Party that is held at SVSU Ryder Center after the Prom. Post Prom is a safe and fun environment after prom for all juniors and seniors and their dates, even if they don't attend the prom.  There is food, games, prizes, and fellowship.  We have had close to 200 students attend each year. This type of coordination happens because of the efforts of the volunteers on the committee which meets once a month on a Sunday at Valley, except for the month of December.  You do not have to chaperone or attend every meeting to be part of the committee.  Any help would be greatly appreciated.  Our first meeting will be Sunday, September 13th at 4pm in the cafeteria.
Tables Available at Holiday Bazaar
The annual Valley Lutheran Holiday Bazaar is being held on Saturday, October 31st from 9am-3pm.  
Limited rental tables are available.  Click here to find the vendor contract.  Deadline is October 12th.
Girls of Grace Event in Midland
Family Life Radio is bringing the Girls of Grace Event to the E-Free Church in Midland on September 17th.  Dynamic speakers, worship and live performances, and life-changing content come together to create a night you won't forget! Tickets are on sale now for this high-impact, one night event featuring your favorite artists, speakers, worship and interactive sessions. This is the perfect experience for teens, moms and their leaders to empower and equip themselves with the tools they need to become Christ followers who have a lasting impact on their generation. Hosted by Point of Grace, this year's conference will include performances from Blanca, Love and the Outcome, and Kaleidoscope, Mo Isom and Ketric Newell.  Click here for more information and tickets.
Upcoming Events
Aug. 27       Summer Read Assignment Due
Aug. 28       Picture Day
Sept. 3        Parent Organization's Mum Sale
Sept. 4-7     NO SCHOOL~Labor Day Weekend
Sept. 9        PEEKS at Valley, 8:15am
Sept. 15      VLHS Parent "Back to School Night", 6:30pm
Sept. 19      Golf Scramble at the Saginaw Valley Golf Course
Sept. 24      PEEKS at Valley, 11am
Sept. 29      National Honor Society Induction, 7pm 
Sept. 30      Service Day  
Sept. 30      First Quarter Midterm grades available after 5pm
Oct. 1          Homecoming Soccer Game, 7pm
Oct. 2          Homecoming Football Game, 7pm
Oct. 3          Homecoming Dance, 8-11pm
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Mission Statement
Valley Lutheran High School believes that Christ is the foundation of our school and everything that we do.  We prepare our students as children of God academically, physically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually to serve in the world today and tomorrow.
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John Brandt
Valley Lutheran High School

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