Welcome to Lutheran South!

The Lutheran High School Association and Lutheran High South have a partnership now with GoKnow Mobile Learning Solutions. Lutheran High South will be a part of a pilot program for giving every student in the entire school a smartphone for in-class usage. We will be one of the first schools in the nation to do this with the entire student body. This summer our entire staff as well as a few students were trained in the use of the smartphone devices. The teachers were also given training on preparing lesson plans to make use of this mobile technology.

In short, each student will be given a smartphone which uses the Sprint network. The device will not have voice-calling or text messaging capabilities. It will have a data plan which is always connected to the internet. The students will receive and be trained on these devices during the first few weeks of school. In class lessons from each teacher will utilize this mobile technology through various applications.

This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for the students and staff of Lutheran South. It will be an amazing school year learning to take advantage of these new blessings the Lord has given us to be used for the education and growth of the members of his kingdom.

Lutheran High School South is pleased to announce the hiring of Meghan Polce as Varsity Volleyball coach for the 2010 season. She is a graduate of New Boston Huron High School, where she competed in 4 varsity sports (volleyball, cross country, track, and tennis). After high school, Polce played volleyball for Schoolcraft College, and for the last 2 years, has been the Freshman Volleyball coach at Northville High School. She is the daughter of Jim and Laura Polce of Huron Township, and they are members of St. John Lutheran in Waltz.

It's not too late to sign up for Summer Sports Camps at Lutheran High School South!

Cost of the camps is $40 per camp per camper (If you register two campers for the same camp, receive a discounted price of $70!)

Volleyball Camp is June 14 - June 17 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm
Soccer Camp is June 21 - June 24 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm
Basketball Camp is June 28 - July 1 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm

Camps are open to students entering the 4th - 8th grades in 2010! Show up the first day of camp with a water bottle and your registration fee! A t-shirt and daily snack will be provided! We look forward to seeing you there! Contact the school office with any questions: rgarrabrant@lhsa.com

Dear Parents and Students,

Grace, mercy, and peace unto you all!

I pray that this letter finds you well and healthy and enjoying the beginning of a wonderful summer. It is difficult to believe that while we have barely finished with this past school year, it is already time to begin thinking about the upcoming school year.

Freshmen and Transfer Students: On Tuesday, August 24th, we will hold new incoming student/parent orientation beginning at 6:30 pm. This orientation is designed for both the student and parents. At this orientation, students will receive their class schedules, locker assignments, and other pertinent information. Students will also be introduced to school activities such as sports, student council, dances, etc. Parents will be introduced to our Boosters organization and school-sponsored events.

Returning Students: On Tuesday, August 24th, we will hold returning student registrations beginning at 7:30 pm. At this registration, returning students will receive their class schedules, locker assignments, and other pertinent information. All returning families are asked to provide a dessert to share.

Fall Athletes: This fall we will be offering girls' volleyball, boys' soccer, girls' cross country, and boys' cross-country. All practices will begin on Wednesday, August 11th with more information to follow. Incoming and returning students need to have a physician-approved physical on file in the school office in order to participate in practices and games. The form has been sent home with current LHS students or is included with this letter. Those of you interested in doing a fall sport we will be meeting three times a week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) at Munson Park in Monroe at 2670 N. Custer Rd. for some optional pre-season conditioning runs. These runs will take place at 9:00 am (before it gets too hot outside!) beginning Wednesday, June 16th. Bring a water bottle as well. These runs will be followed by weightlifting at LHS at 10:00 am beginning in mid-July. And for those of you that are planning on volleyball, soccer, or basketball: like last year, we will have open gym for VB (Tuesday from 6:00-7:30), open field for soccer (Tuesday from 6:00-7:30), and BB (Wednesday from 6:30-8:00). We strongly encourage you to visit the calendar on our website regularly for confirmation of ALL times!

School Approved Outfits: Reminder to all incoming and returning students that LHS will continue to have school approved outfits. Jeans are not permitted unless on special occasions. LHS spirit wear will be permitted on Fridays and order forms will be distributed at Freshmen/Transfer Orientation and Returning Registration. Click here to see the dress code located in the student handbook. Please re-read this as you shop for school clothes for next year-especially the 2" from the collarbone rule for girls and no sweatshirts allowed during the school day.

Hosting Foreign Exchange Students: Please contact me as urgently as possible if you are interested in hosting foreign exchange students!

School begins on Monday, August 30th, with a half-day schedule. Included in this packet is a school supply list for next year.

School Supplies Click here to link to the document outlining all school supplies necessary for the 2010-2011 school year.

God's Blessings and have a wonderful summer!

It is with great pleasure and excitement that we announce to you that Lutheran High School South will be having a groundbreaking ceremony for its new classroom wing on Wednesday, June 2nd beginning at 7:00 pm. We are coordinating the groundbreaking with our Baccalaureate and Commencement honoring our 2010 graduates. Please feel free to contact the school office with any questions and we look forward to seeing you on Wednesday.

The Honors Convocation is coming up tomorrow, Wednesday May 26th, beginning at 7:00pm in the gym. Academic honors will be awarded along with the Spring Sports Awards. Please join us as we take time to honor our students' accomplishments.

Graduation will be held Wednesday, June 2nd at 7:00pm in the gym. We look forward to seeing you there!

Thank you to all who worked so hard to coordinate our 1st Annual Steak Dinner/Comedy night. And thank you to the roughly 220 attendees who showed their love and support for Lutheran South. This hard work, dedication and support helped transform a creative fund-raiser idea into approximately $5000 in net proceeds toward the completion of the 1st phase of our baseball field.

As a recap of the evening, it can be said it was a most enjoyable and memorable evening for all who attended. The steak dinner provided was exceptional. The evening entertainment of the two comedians was equally great. The attendees were even blessed to see a few of their local pastors up on stage with one of the comedians dancing to the YMCA (in costume!). Mr. Garrabrant and Dr. Herzog each enriched the group with encouraging words for the mission and growth of Lutheran South.

Lutheran High School South would like to invite you to the Annual Spring Delegate meeting on Tuesday, May 25th beginning at 7:30 pm. The meeting will be held at Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran Church located on Lutheran High School South's Campus.

This bi-annual meeting is an opportunity to learn more about the Lutheran High School Association of Greater Detroit and our four Metro-Detroit area Lutheran high schools. You do not have to be a voting delegate to attend the meeting. We are strongly encouraging each area congregation to send at least one staff member and several lay people in order to become more informed about Lutheran High School South.

Please contact the school office with any questions (734) 586-8832

Girls Soccer Cancelled

Due to the waterlogged conditions of our soccer field, the girls soccer game scheduled for today has been moved to Thursday, May 20th at 5:00 pm. This will be a home game and will replace the away game scheduled for that day.

Baseball Reminder

Today's baseball game will be played at Washtenaw Christian beginning at 4:30 pm. We will play at the same field as we did previously this season.

The committee for the Steak Dinner and Comedy Night is seeking assistance with developing promotional displays for the event. We are looking to create posters that highlight some of the exciting things that have been happening at LHS this year. Ideas include:

• A highlight of this year's student life (i.e. dances, classes, activities)
• A highlight of this year's drama presentations
• A highlight of this year's athletic accomplishments
• Additions to our facilities (i.e. baseball diamond progress, scorer's table, new uniforms, etc.)
• Look how far we've come (i.e. a brief history of LHS)
• A power point presentation of LHS

If you are able and willing to assist with this project, please contact Rachel Garrabrant ASAP. The event is coming up next Friday!

This can be something you complete at home on your own or something that can be collaborated on in the school office.

Thank you for your continued support!

Lutheran High School South is partnering with Schwan's to offer a great fund raising opportunity to support efforts to raise the funds needed to complete the baseball diamond. Here's how the fund raiser works:

1. Review the brochure sent home with your student or view the entire Schwan's catalog of quality products at Schwans.com.
2. Complete the Order Form
3. Return the completed order form to LHS between May 17th and 20th OR fax your order directly to Schwan's at 734-529-5155 by May 24th
4. Pass additional copies of instructions and order forms to family members, friends or neighbors. Offer to pick up and deliver orders for people not conveniently located near Lutheran High South
5. Come to LHS on Wednesday, May 26th between 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. to pay and pick up your order. Orders will be packaged and sorted by customer; ready for quick and easy pick up. For your convenience Schwan's accepts check, cash and major credit cards

Schwan's will donate 20% of sales picked up on May 26th to LHS. Additional items can also be purchased from the Schwan's truck on this date.

Pre-orders are the key to the success of this fund raiser. Schwan's offers a variety of choices from entrees, pizza, pasta, side dishes, appetizers, vegetables, meats, seafood, beverages, desserts and of course their famous premium ice cream. From special items for the Memorial Day weekend to products used every day, I'm confident you will find something for every eating occasion, flavor profile or nutritional need.

If you have any questions please contact: Kathleen McBee in the evenings Or Jeremy Bost any time (Phone #'s available in office)

*Schwan's fundraiser information is being sent home with LHS students today!

The 2010 Spring Concert is Wednesday, May 12 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in Lutheran South's gymnasium. Musicians should arrive at 6:45 p.m.

Tickets are selling fast, so be sure to get in on the action! Lutheran High School South is hosting its 1st Annual Steak Dinner and Comedy Night on Friday, May 21st. The doors opens at 5:00 and dinner will be served from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Location is the Flat Rock Elks Club. Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased by contacting the school office (734) 586-8832.

Activities Include

• Silent Auction
• Spirit Wear Give-aways
• Delicious Food
• Fellowship
• Fun!

Silent Auction items include:

• Westgate Vacation Villa (*This vacation condo is available October 23 - October 30, 2010. The two bedroom loft sleeps ten and is located one mile outside Disney World. Amenities include paddle boats, tennis courts, arcade, bikes, basketball, and an on-site fitness center.*)
• Two tickets to the Detroit Symphony Orchestra
• Time Out Cottage Vacation (*This lakeside cottage is situated on Lake Diane, 15 miles south of Hillsdale. With 400 ft. of water frontage there is ample to do on a lazy summer afternoon. Activities include: volleyball court, rowboat, canoe, diving raft, and campfires. Dates are negotiable June 20 through September 3.*)
• SAINTS Windbreaker
• LHS Varsity Jacket
• La-Z-Boy Recliner
• ...and more!

For those of you who have already purchased your Steak Dinner Tickets, please turn your tickets stubs into the office ASAP. We need your ticket stubs in order to prepare your steak for the evening! Thank you for your cooperation!

The next SCRIP order is due Monday, May 17th. Please watch for further announcements regarding re-registering your Kroger card.

How would you like to watch Mr. Garrabrant throw out the first pitch at a Toledo Mud Hens game? How would you like to help support the effort to get the LHS baseball diamond complete? Well, we have the perfect event for you!

On Saturday, AUGUST 14th Principal Steve Garrabrant will be throwing out the first pitch at the Toledo Mud Hens vs. Scranton /Wilkes-Barre Yankees. A percentage of each ticket sold will benefit the Home Field Advantage effort at Lutheran High School South.

Tickets are $15 each and are selling fast. Please contact Jeremy McNett for further information regarding tickets. (Phone number available in office)

The family of fallen soldier Sgt. Michael Ingram and Merkle Funeral Home have invited the students of Lutheran High South to serve as honor guard for the horse drawn carriage funeral procession tomorrow, Friday, April 30th. The faculty and staff of Lutheran South have determined this is an honor and the students of LHS will be attending this special event.

We will carpool students to the St. Joseph Cemetery on Monroe Street after lunch tomorrow. Our students will stand along the fence of the cemetery and pay tribute to this fallen hero. Students are asked to wear red, white, and blue. NO JEANS WILL BE ALLOWED TOMORROW!

A permission slip is being sent home today (4/29/2010) and must be signed and returned tomorrow. (This slip can also be found on the website by clicking here.)

Thank you for your support!

Join us for an evening of fine dining and dancing!

Friday, May 7, 2010
6:30 - 10:30 pm
Monroe Golf and Country Club
$20 per person
Money is due Thursday, April 29th

Dinner Choice: Boursin Shrimp Pasta or Chicken Gorgonzola

Song List is due by April 29th

Mrs. Paducha will be offering a picture package separate from the cost of the ticket.

On Wednesday, April 14, several senior students from Lutheran South, sponsored by Daniel L. Nickodemus of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, had the privilege to attend the Detroit Economic Club luncheon. The speaker for this luncheon was Robert L. Reynolds, the President & CEO of Putnam Investments. Prior to the luncheon, the students were able to have a private meeting with Mr. Reynolds and had the opportunity to ask him questions and have their picture taken with him and the Presiding Officer of the luncheon, Richard D. Siebert.

From Left to Right: Daniel L. Nikcodemus (Managing Partner for the Eastern Great Lakes Region of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans), Shelby Cosby, Steve Garrabrant (Principal of Lutheran South), Winonah Krug, Richard D. Siebert (Office Managing Partner, Detroit Mid America Audit Business Unit, Partner-in-Charge of KPMG LLP), Krystal Kuderik, Robert L. Reynolds (President & CEO of Putnam Investments), April Broska, Tony Southorn, Rodney Meeks, Gerry Everett, and Michael Cullen.

First Annual Steak Dinner and Comedy Night
Benefiting Lutheran High School South
DATE: May 21, 2010
TIME: Doors Open 5:00
LOCATION: Flat Rock Elks Club
MORE: Food, Fun, Fellowship

Sneak Peak at Available Auction Items
Condo in Orlando, Florida
Available October 23 - 30, 2010
Sleeps 10
Located right outside Walt Disney World Resort

Family Cabin on Lake Diane
Summer and Fall Dates Available
Located on Lake Diane in Hillsdale, Michigan

La-Z-Boy Recliner

LHS Varsity Jacket

AND MUCH MORE!!

Schedule for the Evening
5:00: Doors and Cash Bar Open
6:00 - 8:00: Dinner Served (First Come, First Serve)
6:00 - 9:00: Silent Auction Open
9:00 - 10:30: Comedy Show

Tickets Available through the School Office
$25 per person