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
School schedule:
*Oct. 29-30 No School - staff development & teacher
workday
workday*Nov. 11th - Veterans Day Chapel
*Nov. 15th - All School Musical @ 5:30 p.m.
*Nov. 18th - Pack Operation Christmas Child boxes and; Taco Bar in Memorial Hall
and; Taco Bar in Memorial Hall*Nov. 22 - SJLS BELL CHOIR practice @ SJLC at 1:00 p.m.
at 1:00 p.m.*Nov. 23-27 - No School; Thanksgiving Break
*Dec. 2 - SJLS BELL CHOIR practice @ SJLC @ 6:30-7:30 p.m.
6:30-7:30 p.m.*Dec. 5th - Pork Chop Supper/Silent Auction
*Dec. 6 - SJLS BELL CHOIR performance in VOLLAND
VOLLAND*Dec. 9th - Advent Meal @ Mt. Calvary
*Dec. 13 - Children’s Christmas Service @ 6:00 p.m. in St. John Lutheran Church
in St. John Lutheran Church*Dec. 18th - Christmas Parties
*Dec. 18th - End of 2nd quarter
*Dec. 18th - Early Release @ 12:55 p.m.
*Dec. 21st - Jan. 1st - No School
*Jan. 4th - No School; Teacher Work Day
The teaching team at St. John Lutheran School attended the Great Plains Lutheran Educators Conference (GPLEC) in Seward, NE, on the campus of Concordia University, October 17-19. The theme verse was Ephesians 2:8-10 as well as Psalm 78: 4-7. Over 700 Lutheran educators from the midwest joined us as we worshipped and learned together. The opening keynote was delivered by Dr. Bernard Bull, President, Concordia University, Nebraska (CUNE). He inspired Lutheran Educators to leave a legacy; passing on the great treasure of the Gospel to the next generation. Dr. David Rindt, Assistant Professor of Education, CUNE, spoke about the challenge of Moralistic Therapeutic Deism and teaching students to not just be “good” but to understand God’s Word and how they are saved through the work of Christ. Finally, we heard from Kathy L’Heureux, Director of Counseling Services, CUNE, about the importance of planting and watering the seeds of growth and trusting God to harvest in His time.
If you would like to hear about the 6 sessions each of the teachers attended, please contact us directly. The time spent in the Word and with Lutheran Educators was valuable. We are excited to use the new learning in our classrooms.
Blessings,
Mrs. Mindy Miller
mmillerstjohnalma@gmail.com
(785) 787-0388
K/1 CLASSROOM NEWS
A SPECIAL THANK YOU!
A big thank you to Monica and Traci for providing our wonderful Harvest Party! We are so grateful for all the time, effort, and hard work they put into making this celebration so special for the students. The children had a wonderful time, and I appreciate the love and generosity that helped make our afternoon so much fun!
HONORING OUR VETERANS
Our K/1 students have been working hard to prepare for our Veterans Day Program! We are practicing songs and learning how to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. I am proud of the students for their hard work and enthusiasm as we prepare to thank these special heroes for their service and sacrifice.
WONDERFUL THINGS ARE HAPPENING IN MATH
Our young mathematicians are busy learning and growing! Kindergarten students are practicing number writing and formation and exploring beginning addition and subtraction. First graders are strengthening their math skills by practicing addition and subtraction and learning different strategies to solve problems. I am proud of their hard work, perseverance, and progress!
GROWING IN GOD’S LOVE
As we learn and grow together, we are reminded each day of God’s many blessings. Thank you for partnering with us as we help our children grow academically, spiritually, and in their love for others.
I am so thankful for the wonderful students and families here at St. John! May God continue to bless our classroom, our school, and the learning we share together!With Gratitude and God’s Blessings,
Mrs. Christa Kraus
K/1 Leader (teacher)
THANKFUL GREETINGS,
November has quickly come and we are working hard on our school musical to tell all of our Veterans Thank You! We hope everyone (not just Veterans) will join us in the school gym on Sunday, November 15th at 5:30 in the evening to support the students. We will still be having Veteran's Chapel on the 11th as well.
We are still in the Old Testament and working our way through the kings and prophets right now in religion.
This month we will be working on Veteran's day writings as well as in Social Studies. The children are busy watching ants build their home and habitat as we look at invertebrates and insects in science this month.
In math, the second graders are busy with the concept of subtraction while the third graders move from understanding how multiplication and division work and beginning putting the facts to work.
In reading, the students are studying myths, legends, and fables. They will study a little bit of poetry at the end of the month.
We are also excited to bake our annual Thanksgiving pies!
In this month of thankfulness, we want to shout out our congregational volunteers who come weekly to help in our classroom. The students love getting to work with them, and I love the extra helping hands, so thank you very much for spending your time helping grow our children and planting their roots deep. In Christ,
Mrs. Howard
FALL GREETINGS FROM MRS. GREENE’S CLASSROOM
In Language Arts, the 4th-8th grade students have been busy learning about the different types of nouns and identifying the differences between abstract and concrete nouns. The 7th and 8th grade students completed making “tense fences” and learning about the different types of verb tenses.
In reading classes, the 4th-8th grade students have been working on completing their first novel study of the school year to practice reading strategies.
In writing classes, the 6th-8th grade students will be working on how to research a specific topic, identify bias in sources, create bibliographies, and cite sources correctly. The 4th-5th grades will be refining their skills in writing a narrative story. The students will be focusing on character traits, setting, and the plot of a story.
In social studies, the 4th-5th grade students are currently learning about the geography of the different states and regions. The students will be starting a project over symbols of the United States. The 6th-8th grade students are busy learning about Ancient Egypt Civilization. The students enjoyed a field trip to tour the Berlin Wall Exhibit at Union Station.
In technology class, the 4th-5th grades will be busy learning how to type with correct hand placement, as well as becoming familiar with creating Google Slide Presentations.
Art classes are busy with 4th and 5th grades creating a cow town out of craft sticks, while the 6th-8th grades are making a globe out of paper mache that they will use to label the ancient civilizations that we are studying. It is such a joy to be part of the students learning and growing in Christ.
In all things, trust the Lord,
Mrs. Greene
SALUTATIONS FROM MRS. MILLER’S 6TH, 7TH, AND 8TH GRADE CLASSROOM!
“For there is hope for a tree, if it be cut down, that it will sprout again, and that its shoots will not cease.” Job 14:7
Math:
During the month of November, 6th-8th grade students will continue their work with integers. Our Savvas math curriculum provides opportunities for vocabulary acquisition and understanding, practice, and additional practice. Our work continues to be rigorous. We are excited to share our delicious math (spaghetti sauce) with everyone during Advent. Please watch for our Advent meal times!
The 4th graders will begin their multiplication units this month. They will start with multiplying by one-digit and then by two and more. The 5th graders will multiply multi-digit whole numbers during this season.
Please pray that the information I share will go directly to their ears!
Science:
In the month of November, 4th and 5th graders will be exploring thermal energy, conduction, convection, radiation, and solar and geothermal energy. Sixth through eighth graders will begin their walk through the periodic table of elements. All Science classes will participate in the Future City competition this year. We will observe the work this year and plan to enter a model next year. You can learn more about the competition at futurecity.org.
Our next field trip for 6th-8th grades will be to Concordia University Nebraska on February 12th and 13th. Students will experience life on campus, learn about church work, and explore collegiate offerings at a LCMS school. Students will attend this event for FREE thanks to a generous donation from CUNE!
Physical Education:
Students in 4th-8th grades will be learning about nutritious habits and heart rate during the month of November. Students will prepare and serve a meal to our school. They will also be working out in a circuit during their physical education time.
Thank you for your support as we share the Word of Christ with others.
Blessings,
Mrs. Mindy Miller
Principal
Math/Science/PE (4th-8th grades)
FIRST QUARTER
HONOR ROLL 2026-2027
The following St. John Lutheran School students have received recognition for 1st quarter Honor Roll.
A Honor Roll:
Eleanor Swicegood (3rd grade), Ivy Anderson (4th grade), Sienna Bruning (4th grade), Madeline Mayer (4th grade), Charlotte Kyle (5th grade), Finnley Brining (6th grade), Kade Mayer (7th grade), Haley Shannon (8th grade)
A- Honor Roll:
Athena Shedrick (5th grade), Lane Seematter, (5th grade), Belle Howard (6th grade), Reagan Shannon, (6th grade), Brynn Anderson (7th grade), Kalyn Hahn (8th grade), Baylee Howard (8th grade)
Congratulations and God’s Blessings on your academic accomplishment!ST. JOHN LPTL
NOVEMBER NEWS
Looking to the future, our Pork Chop Supper this year will take place December 5th. As always, we appreciate your dedication and support.
Sincerely, The LPTL
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!
In This Month's
St. John Witness
NOVEMBER WITNESS
The Eagle Cry
