I hope that your student had a fun and memorable Homecoming week. Special thanks to Ms. Pedrosa, Ms. Lucas, and the student council for all their hard work in preparing the week’s activities.First Quarter report cards will be sent out early this week. Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for October 22 from 3-6 pm. You are encouraged to come meet with your child’s teachers.

Christ the King Lutheran Church, 3350 LaSalle St, Racine, will be having their annual pasty sale on Saturday, October 19. Pasties cost $8.00 each and can be ordered by calling 262-498-8782 or the church at 262-639-5849. Pick up is Saturday the 19th between 1-4pm at the church.

Please click here for information about Senior Photos for the yearbook.

Every family is expected to volunteer at least 20 hours of service each school year (July 1-June 30) to directly benefit RLHS. PLEASE NOTE- RLHS student responsibilities, commitments, and expectations that are part of a sport or club (NHS, Student Council, Student Ambassadors, team events) do not count toward the 20 RLHS service hours.

We ask that six of those hours are spent volunteering at our Thrift Shop. The Thrift Shop is open Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays and is looking for help during morning shifts (10 a.m.-1 p.m.) and afternoon shifts (1 p.m.- 4 p.m.). Students, parents, grandparents, and friends of RLHS are needed to sort, clean, price and display merchandise and work in the store. One adult and one student, or two adults, are needed for each shift. SATURDAY VOLUNTEERS ARE ESPECIALLY NEEDED!

To sort, clean, price and/or help with incoming donations – call Pat Hellenberg 262.498.8851. To help with checkout/cashier – call Barb Tertel 262.632.1070.

Call Peggy Groth 262.498.2161 or Judy Lamers 262.321.4095.

If you’re available for an hour or two (or more!) on Fri., Nov. 1, or Sat., Nov. 2, please use the convenient link below to sign-up. This is a popular community event and a fun way to get your volunteer hours in!

1. 1. Click the link to go to our invitation page on SignUp.
   2. Enter your email address: (You will NOT need to register an account on SignUp)
   3. Sign up! Choose your spots – SignUp will send you automated confirmation and reminders. Easy!

Note: SignUp does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.

In addition to the Thrift Shop, there are many volunteer opportunities available including athletic events (concessions, gate, stats, football chain gang), theatre productions (tickets, concessions), Golf Outing, Harvest Fair, and Grand Gala. We are grateful for your service.

Once your family completes 20 hours, your student will receive a gift certificate for a free lunch at RLHS! Additionally, at the end of the school year, the three families with the most volunteer hours will be awarded a $50 credit to their RLHS school account, which can be applied toward various expenses such as lunch balance, athletic fee, yearbook, parking pass, and more!

• Winter Sports Meeting Thursday November 7 at 7:00pm
• Girls Basketball Practice Begins Monday November 11
• Boys Basketball Practice Begins Monday November 18

We need a lot of parental help during Fall season! Please check out the new link to sign up to volunteer. We still have spots to fill for this Fall’s events! Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com: https://signup.com/go/uFwxUZQ

• Libero Tracker JV Game 4:45
• Libero Tracker for JV2 4:45
• Line Judge for JV2 4:45
• Scorebook JV2 4:45
• Libero Tracker Varsity 6:15pm
• Line Judge for Varsity 6:15pm

Athletes must be in school all day to participate in practice or games that day. Exceptions for school-sponsored field trips, college visits, funerals, doctor’s appointments, etc. may be granted by the Athletic Director.

Vaping and smoking at high school events are always prohibited.

RLHS has moved to digital ticketing for athletic events this year. Click this link for details and to purchase your ticket(s) or pass(es): https://gofan.co/app/school/WI19455

Athletes cannot begin participation in practice until students are registered for their sport. To get a registration card, all the following must be turned in to the Athletic Office:

1. 1) A physical exam is required of all student-athletes for the first and third year of high school participation. OR
   1. 1a) An alternate year card is required of all student-athletes for the second and fourth year of high school participation.
2. 2) Sign and return the Lutheran High Athletics Agreement and the Concussion Information and Acknowledgement Form which includes the Lutheran High Athletics Policies, WIAA Policies, the Metro Classic Conference Sportsmanship guidelines, the Ascension All Saints Athletic Training Consent for Care and Treatment, and student/parent concussion information. Please read the Athletic Handbook prior to signing this form.
3. 3) Pay Participation Fee – These fees are used to offset some of the cost for transportation, officials, and equipment. The participation fee is $150 per season with a cap of $450 per year for a family. This fee does not cover the cost of hats, socks, etc.

All forms need to be turned in once per school year. These forms can be picked up at school or found online here on the school website.

AGAIN, PLAYERS MAY NOT PARTICIPATE IN PRACTICE UNTIL ALL FORMS AND FEES HAVE BEEN TURNED IN TO THE ATHLETIC OFFICE.

For safety reasons, we have implemented a new policy: No outside food or drinks will be allowed into the gymnasium during athletic events. Only food and drinks from our concession stand will be allowed.

All home Volleyball games will be livestreamed for anyone to view. Many of our away games are webcast on this platform as well. If you can’t make it to the game, or if you have out of town relatives who want to watch, go to https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/ and search Racine Lutheran High School. A subscription is required.

Game Schedules are on the online school calendar which can be found here: https://www.metroclassicwi.org/public/genie/449/school/5/. You may also sign up for notifications from the calendar site which will alert you to upcoming contests and schedule changes. There is also a free mobile app to access the school calendar. Search “Activity Scheduler” in your app store. The app has been recently upgraded so check it out!

Our spirit wear page is on the school website. Look for the spirit wear link on the top of the homepage.

Are you a student-athlete dreaming of playing your sport at the NCAA level? Invest in your future and spend an hour understanding the requirements and how to prepare for NCAA certification. Join NCAA Eligibility Center staff, who will walk you through what you need to do to compete at the NCAA Division I, II or III level. Staff will be answering questions live during the presentation, so come prepared to learn how to take your game to the next level! Click here to register.

Join LCFS and other area RSOs who will host a fun-filled FREE night at the Milwaukee Public Museum to provide mental health and wellness resources for the LCMS community! Resource information topics include adoption, social media safety, youth depression and anxiety, trafficking, grief and loss, Christian parenting, drug and substance abuse, and much more! Now more than ever, child mental health is a priority. Dive into an array of resources designed to support youth, teens, young adults and families. Enjoy an evening filled with fun activities, uplifting music of ATK Ministry, and a community embodying faith, love, and hope. Go to LCFS’s website events page (www.lcfswi.org) to register and learn more.

As parents navigate the digital landscape with their teens, staying informed about the latest trends and potential challenges is crucial. Screenagers, a leading organization dedicated to understanding the impact of technology on young people, is launching a weekly news posting to provide parents with timely insights and practical advice.The weekly news posting will cover a wide range of topics related to screen time, social media, online safety, and digital well-being. Parents can expect to learn about:

• Emerging trends: Stay up-to-date on the newest apps, platforms, and online challenges that may be impacting your teen.
• Research and studies: Gain access to the latest research findings on the effects of screen time on mental health, sleep, and academic performance.
• Expert advice: Hear from experts in child development, technology, and mental health who offer practical tips and strategies for navigating the digital world with your teen.
• Real-world examples: Learn from real-life stories of families who have successfully addressed screen time challenges and fostered healthy digital habits.

By subscribing to Screenagers Tech Talk Tuesdays, parents can become more informed, empowered, and confident in their ability to support their teen’s digital journey. Subscribe to Screenagers Tech Talk Tuesday by clicking on the link here.

Mr. Gasau will be leading a trip to Europe in June of 2026 to study World War II and Western European culture. All stakeholders (students, alumni, parents, supporters) of RLHS are invited to sign up and go on this once-in-a-lifetime trip. Please contact Mr. Gasau at ngasau@RacineLutheran.org or 262-488-3061if you have any questions.