Curriculum Coordinator

Reading & Phonics Units of Study Professional Development Schedule

Reading Interventionist Virtual Roundtable- Tuesday, November 28^th @ 4pm

This virtual roundtable is for any interventionist or teacher that would like to attend. An invite was sent to all LLS teachers. This is a chance for us to collaborate, share ideas, and ask questions as we consider how to best serve our students. Several members of our LLS SPED Team will be in attendance. Please feel free to  join if you are interested. Our plan is do host one virtual roundtable per month.

Early Childhood Professional Development- Cancelled

• The previously scheduled Early Childhood Professional Development Days have been cancelled. Our Lord in his infinite wisdom called Becky Lindenberg home to his side. I am working on an alternate plan and will share more information when it becomes available.  

Fastbridge Fall Testing Window is Closing

The fall testing window for Fastbridge closes on Friday, November 17^th.

The winter testing window opens on Monday, November 20^th.

Please plan accordingly.

K-3 Fastbridge Reading Assessment Training Reminder (The deadline to sign up was October 31^st)

The LLS SPED Team will be holding a training session for implementing the Fastbridge Reading Assessment for grades K-3. 

Where: Manitowoc Lutheran High School

When: Tuesday, November 14th @ 4:00pm (approx. 1.5 - 2 hours)

What to Bring: Your device & earbuds or headphones

Trainers: Carrie Ott and Rachel Nemitz

The session will begin with the CBM Reading training. This assessment is applicable for all K-3 teachers. 

2nd and 3rd grade teachers may leave after this section is complete (approx. 45 minutes). If you choose to stay (due to carpooling?), directions and advice will be offered on which training videos to watch. Please bring earbuds or headphones. 

The focus will then shift to the Fastbridge reading assessments for grades K-1.

All materials will be provided for you to create a "Fastbridge Assessment Binder." You will leave this training session with all of the materials you need to implement the Fastbridge reading assessments at your school!

Topics: 

- Assessment Logistics

- Materials and Time Needed

- Location of resources in Fastbridge (materials, training, etc.) 

DEADLINE- The deadline to sign up is TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31ST! 

If you sign up after the deadline, materials to create your binder will not be provided. This deadline allows time for the purchasing of materials. 

Flexible Training: Trainers will stick around after the session for those that need additional help or have more questions. Some may finish earlier than others depending on the level of help needed.

Math: Please let us know through this survey if you would like help with conducting the K-1 Fastbridge Math Assessments. 

This training session will not be recorded. A virtual option will not be available. 

Admissions/Recruitment

• Admissions visits are starting this month, and will continue through December.

Lakeshore Lutheran Schools K-12 Highlights and Events

LLS "Hidden Portal Site"

A reminder there is a link to the LLS Portal for any teacher in LLS.  Items on this site include a list of substitute teachers, LLS teacher directory, past LLS newsletters, a calendar of Corey Marohns professional growth opportunities with LLS, pictures and more.  The "secret" password is LLS.

Llschools (lakeshorelutheranschools.net)

CALL UPDATES

LLS FINE ARTS

Jr. Lancer Band lessons have begun at our Lakeshore Lutheran Schools.  JLB has a long and proud tradition of working with the LLS to provide band lessons and a group band experience for your students in grades 5-8. 

In addition to lessons, the Jr. Lancer Band Program offers Beginner Band, Concert Winds, and Jazz Kidz.  It is of great benefit to the band students to play along side other instrumental students and learn what its like to play in a band and enjoy making music with one another.  Saturday rehearsal schedule is Beginner Band 8:30-9:15am and Concert Winds 9:30-10:45am.  Jazz Kidz is held in the 2^nd semester only. 

The Jr. Lancer Youth Choir (JLYC) exists to minister to and bless the families and community of the Lakeshore Lutheran Schools by offering our students in grades 4-8 an additional opportunity to praise our Lord and Savior, to grow in musicianship, to develop healthy vocal habits, and to nurture Christian friendships.  JLYC will meet during the 1^st semester, and rehearsals will take place on Saturdays from 8:30-9:15.  We will be asking you to distribute information to your 4^th – 8^th students and their parents to inform, invite, and encourage your 4^th-8^th grade students to join the Jr. Lancer Youth Choir.

Information and music for the Lakeshore Lutheran Children’s Choral Festival will be coming very soon.  Our guest clinician this year is Mrs. Lisa Uttech from Wisconsin Lutheran High School.  Many of you may remember Lisa from her time here on the Lakeshore as teacher at Bethany – Manitowoc and as staff minister at Grace – Manitowoc.  We ask that each school has their music teacher or fine arts contact fill out the questionnaire that will be coming in the next few weeks.  Thanks!  The Choral Festival is scheduled for Friday, February 16^th at MLHS from 1:00-6:00pm (Concert at 6:30pm in the MLHS Gym)

Upcoming Fine Arts Events for the Lakeshore Lutheran Schools

Here are some important upcoming dates keep in mind and inform your faculty, staff, and school family about:

• December 10^th: Jr. Lancer Band and Choir Concert at 3:00pm in the MLHS Gym
• December 21^st: MLHS Christmas Concert at 4:30 & 7:30pm at the Capitol Civic Centre

LLS 2023-2024 School Year INFO

Theme:  I am with you.  Matthew 28:20b

Joint Mission Project:  Abiding Word, Easley SC.  They had their first worship service on Sept 3rd.  Click the link for a full tour of the facility.  

Junior Lancer Athletics

Current JL registrations for Basketball are open. If interested in registering late or have questions please contact Ryan Holper at rholper@mlhslancers.org. 

A full schedule can be found here:

JL Basketball

For other information visit:

www.mlhslancers.org/jrlancers

Lakeshore Lutheran League and Athletics

2023-2024 LLL Athletic Dates

Volleyball

A team champs Newtonburg

A team runner up SJSJ Reedsville

Cross Country

Boys team winner Bethany

Boys 2nd place Zion Morrison

Girls team winner Zion Morrison

Girls 2nd place Trinity Kiel

Soccer

Done for 23-24 school year

Basketball

B Team Tournament Jan 19-21

A Team Tournament Jan 26-28 

Track

May 14, 2024 @ Ron Rubick Field

OTHER LAKESHORE LUTHERAN SCHOOL INFORMATION

Perhaps you noticed the new LLS logo?  It was adopted last May as the official logo of Lakeshore Lutheran Schools.  It also appears in the shield of the Manitowoc Lutheran Logo.  Feel free to use it as you wish.

Please share information you want others to know about by emailing LLS@mlhslancers.org. 

Let us know about major events coming up at your schools!!

LLS Executive Committee Information

Information from the executive committee to all principals on future meetings.

• January 12th 9am-12pm @MLHS (Presentation meeting)
• May 17th 11am-3pm @TBD