ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH
(The Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod)
Alma, Kansas
A family united by faith in Christ gathering around God's Word and Sacraments.
To reach out in Christ-like concern and Christ-borne love to each other and to those without Christ!
NEWS FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK
“Let’s make a joyful noise.” Psalm 98:4
“Providing a foundation in Jesus Christ and developing the God-given talents of learning.”
EAGLE GREETINGS, ST. JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL!
“Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, rooted and built up in Him and
established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.”
Colossians 2: 6-7
The summer is moving quickly and we are starting to prepare for the 2026-2027 school year. As
we plan and prepare for the new school year; we are thankful for our supporters at Mill Creek Baptist Church for their generous donation of school supplies for our students. The blessing of school supplies allows our teachers to be mindful of resources.
This year we welcome the following educators:
Mrs. Christa Kraus: K-1st grades; K-3 music
Mrs. Christa Kraus: K-1st grades; K-3 musicMrs. Whitney Howard: 2nd-3rd grades, K-3 physical education, and Jump Rope for Heart
Mrs. Whitney Howard: 2nd-3rd grades, K-3 physical education, and Jump Rope for HeartMrs. Rebecca Greene: 4th-5th grades (ELA and Social Studies), 4th-8th Art, Reading Club, and ukuleles
Mrs. Rebecca Greene: 4th-5th grades (ELA and Social Studies), 4th-8th Art, Reading Club, and ukulelesMrs. Mindy Miller: Principal, 6th-8th grades (Math and Science), 4th-8th grades physical education, STUCO,
Mrs. Mindy Miller: Principal, 6th-8th grades (Math and Science), 4th-8th grades physical education, STUCO, and Choir
Mrs. Gayle Grimm: Administrative Professional
Mrs. Gayle Grimm: Administrative ProfessionalMrs. Anita Hurla: Classroom Aide
Mrs. Anita Hurla: Classroom AideMrs. Becky Manka: School Cook
Mrs. Becky Manka: School CookPastor Grimm: 6th-8th grade religion
Pastor Grimm: 6th-8th grade religionMrs. Kathy Schultz: 4th-8th grade music
Mrs. Kathy Schultz: 4th-8th grade musicCharley Gann: String Beans / individual lessons
Charley Gann: String Beans / individual lessonsDallas White: School Custodian
Dallas White: School Custodian Our theme this year highlights the deep roots we build in Christ our Lord. Activities this year will be focused upon our roots. In the spring, we will begin the process of National Lutheran School Association accreditation (FA 2027) this year, exploring the roots we have established in the last five years. New leadership will bring honor to our traditional roots and will be mindful of planting new opportunities that lead our students and families to deeper roots at St. John Lutheran Church. Finally, we will be rejoicing in the roots that we have built as a community of believers. We pray that you continue to support this important work!
Blessings,
Mrs. Mindy Miller
mmillerstjohnalma@gmail.com
(785) 787-0388
THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS: Thank you to the following people for designating their Thrivent Choice Dollars to our school. We are grateful for your continued support. Your gift allows us to share God's word through a Lutheran School education. Thanks to: Marvin Bosse, Joyce Diehl, Carla Johnston, Gerald McPeherson, Linda Orton, and Paul Savage.
Blessings,
Mindy Miller
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FIREWORKS STAND: The 250th Fourth of July celebration is drawing near. We need YOU to help us spread the LOVE of Christ through volunteering at the St. John Lutheran School Fireworks Stand. This stand provides much needed resources for our school and is one of our greatest fund-raising efforts!
SIGN-UP DETAILS:
*ALL St. John Lutheran School families and friends are asked to sign up for 2-3 shifts each.
*The fireworks stand is run like a business/store.
*Each sign-up time is per adult. Kids are welcome and encouraged to join their adult to stock fireworks and bag purchases.
*We ask that children younger than kindergarten stay at home, please!
*Supper is provided for the dinner shift on July 4th!
*We need LOTS of hands to set up and tear down!
Challenge:
This year, we will be awarding the grade level with the highest percentage of sign-ups with an award donation. The grade levels (K-3 and 4-8) with the highest percentage of worker sign-ups will receive $100 for their classroom!
Sign up online :
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BABA922A6FCC16-64241129-copy
Thank you for your continued support!
ST. JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL
St. John Lutheran School is accredited by the NLSA (National Lutheran Schools Accreditation) commission and by the KSDE (Kansas Department of Education). Our teachers are highly qualified and meet certification standards for the State of Kansas. The dedication and love, which comes from this staff, show in every area of our instructional and social programs – making St. John Lutheran School a respected and nurturing environment from which children learn and grow into leaders.
We have the great pleasure and honor of emphasizing Christian teachings and activities that develop in our students a strong, secure, and independent child who knows the importance of a faith walk with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. This allows Christ’s teachings to guide them in their daily lives.
The academic program at St. John Lutheran School concentrates on allowing children to reach their full academic potential. We continually evaluate our educational programs and will make changes, as needed, to keep our students performing at levels above grade level expectation.
If you would like more information about St. John Lutheran School, please feel free to contact us by phone at 785-765-3914 or email at schoolofficestjohnalma@gmail.com.
SCHOOL REGISTRATION
Registration for the 2026-2027 school year will be held on Monday, August 3 from 12:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Tuesday, August 4 from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. A summer mailing of information and forms (to be completed) will be sent to school families to bring back for this day. Our school day is 7:50-3:30.
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
Everyone is invited to the Opening Chapel for the 153rd year of education ministry of St. John Lutheran School. We will begin at 8:15 a.m. on Tuesday, August 18 in the church sanctuary. If you are unable to attend, we would appreciate “prayer warriors” who will lift up not only students/staff of St. John Lutheran School, but also all students/staff wherever they may be attending. Our theme for the year is: “Rooted in Christ” –Colossians 2:6-7
CLASSROOM TEACHERS
Classroom teachers for the 2026-27 school year are:
- Mrs. Christa Kraus - kindergarten/1st grade teacher
- Mrs. Whitney Howard – 2nd /3rd grade teacher
- Mrs. Mindy Sanders-Miller - Principal,
- Mrs. Rebecca Greene - 4th-8th grade, Language Arts & Social Studies teacher
- Mrs. Gayle Grimm - Office Administrator
- Mrs. Anita Hurla - Teacher Aide
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DILLON’S COMMUNITY REWARDS: We encourage anyone who is a Dillon’s PLUS card shopper to please take a couple of minutes to sign up for the rewards program. This is a program offered by Dillon’s to give back to local schools. Each time you make a purchase using your PLUS card, a percentage of your sales is donated back to SJLS in the form of cash. There is no extra charge to you, it is simply a donation by the Dillon’s company. Please use the following link to add your PLUS card to the rewards program: www.dillons.com/communityrewards and use the code AU093 to support SJLS.
STOP TO SHOP: St. John Lutheran School now has a Kickback Card at Stop 2 Shop! When you check out, just tell them you would like to use the SJLS Kickback card and then key in 7-8-5-7-6-5-3-9-1-4 (the school’s phone number). It’s so easy…be sure to participate all year long!
Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths.
Lead me in your truth and teach me,
for you are the God of my salvation; Psalm 25
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