September 6, 2024

Gospel of Mark; Mark 2:23-3:1-6

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Bell Schedule

Week of September 9-13

M: Worship

T: Worship

W: Early Dismissal

Th: Worship

F: Worship

Attendance must be submitted via the form accessible through the QR code above, the link below, or the link on the website under the "Parents" tab.

All-School Announcements

Important Calendar Dates

• September 23-27 - Homecoming Week
• September 25 - See You at the Pole / Faith in Action Day / Early Release
• October 3 - Half-Day Schedule & Parent/Teacher Conferences
• October 4 - No School
• October 9 - Half-Day Schedule
• October 15 - School Picture Retakes, option 2
• October 17-18 - No School

FACTS Billing

We’ve identified an error in the recent billing through FACTS, which resulted in incomplete charges. A corrected invoice will be sent in the next few days with the accurate amount owed. The issue has been resolved moving forward. Please contact the main office with questions.

School Picture Retake Information

If you did not receive an email from Scholastic Photography about ordering pictures, please contact them directly at 402-342-6599. School picture retakes are scheduled for October 15th. All students need to have a school picture taken for our student information system (FACTS). Ordering prints is optional.

Hands & Feet Meal for Teachers & Staff

Join us in creating "Grandma’s Table: Timeless Tastes Luncheon," where we'll share dishes that our grandmothers—or our students’ grandmothers—made for us. Want to help? Sign up here to bring a dish, assist with setup, or lend a hand in other ways. This event will take place on Tuesday, September 10th.

Homecoming Week

Homecoming Week is September 23rd - 27th. The theme is "Lights, Camera, HoCo!"

Monday, Sept. 23 - DreamWorks (Pajama Day)

Tuesday, Sept. 24 - Adam Sandler (Dress like Adam Sandler or a favorite Adam Sandler Character)

Wednesday, Sept. 25* - Faith in Action Day* (Spirit Wear for Community Outreach)

Thursday, Sept. 26 - Stunt Double (Twin Day)

Friday, Sept. 27 - Now in Color! (Wear the Color of your Grade) 6th - Purple; 7th - Orange; 8th - Yellow; 9th - Blue; 10th - Red; 11th - Green; 12th - Black

*More information coming soon

On free-dress days, students may NOT wear tank tops, clothing with spaghetti straps, ripped/torn jeans, or leggings/biker shorts without shorts or skirts over the top. Shorts & skirts must follow the fingertip rule (when the length of the shorts/skirt is below the fingertips of the student while standing with arms extended straight down). 

Homecoming Dance

Saturday, September 28th, 8:00-11:00 pm in the Commons (grades 9-12)

Ticket information:

$15 pre-sale September 16th-20th (students may see Mr. Fink for presale tickets)

$20 at the door

Outside Guest Request Forms are available at the front office for any non-Concordia students. Forms are due by Wednesday, September 25th

Booster Club Fundraiser

Booster Club is hosting a fundraiser through H.Flynn Designs. The designs featured in this fundraiser focus on CHEER, DANCE, and many non-sport-related designs. All sweatshirts are uniform approved. This order will be open through the end of September. Click here to place an order.

International Club

Reminder for Drivers

For the safety and clarity of all, please ensure that you use your turn signal when exiting the pick-up zone and navigating the roundabout. This helps other drivers anticipate your movements, especially with new student drivers on the road who are still gaining experience. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated in maintaining a safe environment for everyone.

See You at the Pole

Everyone is welcome to join us for a time of fellowship and prayer. Email Mr. Andy Jipp with questions.

Lunch Volunteers

We are looking for volunteers to help with lunch for our junior high and senior high students from 11:00 pm to 1:00 pm. You can choose any day that works best for you, but you must be available for the entire two-hour period. A background check is required for this volunteer opportunity. Email Mandi Ersland if you can help or with questions.

Join a Hospitality Team

Volunteer Opportunities

Bookmark this link so you always have the latest volunteer opportunities at Concordia. After logging in, click 'search' or 'find something to do' to see the list of events. After you sign up for a shift, you will receive a confirmation email. If you prefer an app, there is an iPhone app called Causer. You will need to complete your login before you can begin using the app.

Opportunity Scholarships

Opportunity Scholarships of Nebraska (OSN) is a state-approved scholarship granting organization and a 501(c)3 nonprofit that helps implement the Opportunity Scholarships Act (LB753). Click here to make a contribution that provides a 1:1 state income tax credit for 2024.

Click here to visit FACTS to apply for the scholarship. If you haven't applied for any other scholarships at Concordia, you must create a new account and select Concordia as the school of choice. There is a $40 application fee for the scholarship. Applicants will also need their 2022 tax return available to upload.

Jr. High Announcements

MAP Testing

Junior High students will have NWEA MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) testing on Tuesday, September 10th and Thursday, September 12th during periods 2-4. Click here to learn what is needed for successful testing days.

Junior High Tailgate

All Jr. High students are invited to a tailgate party before our home football game on September 13th. Pizza and games will be outside the Jr. High entrance from 5:30 - 6:30 pm sponsored by Jr. High Student Council.

Concordia Club

Students will check in to Concordia Club 15 minutes after Junior High dismissal (3:35 PM on regular school days, 2:15 on early dismissal days). Concordia Club closes at 6:00 pm. 

Sr. High Announcements

2024-2025 Yearbooks

Click here to order your student's 2024-2025 yearbook. Email Mrs. Handke with questions.

Join Our Team

Director of Technology

The Director of Technology at Concordia Lutheran Schools of Omaha plays a crucial role in ensuring the school's technological infrastructure is robust and meets the needs of all stakeholders. They are responsible for not only maintaining internet access and ensuring the security of the network but also for budgeting, supporting the technology needs of faculty, staff, and students, and collaborating with external partners. Their work directly impacts the educational environment by integrating technology effectively into the school's operations and curriculum. Email Kristin Herrera if you are interested in this position.

Job Description: Director of Technology

Support Concordia & Others

Moms in Prayer

Last Friday at Moms in Prayer we praised God for being JUST.

• Scripture references were Psalm 9:7-8; Romans 3:23-26; and Revelation 15:3.
• We prayed for the second and sixth grade students by name, Mrs. Jennifer Abbot, Jr. High Teacher, and Mr. Ryan Baney, Jr. High Social Studies Teacher.

Please join us each Friday at 8:15 am by the Teacher's Lounge in the commons. Contact Melissa Lorang at 402-350-0253 with questions.

Goodies & Gifts Annual Craft Sale

Calling All Crafters and Home-Based Businesses! Join us for an exciting event that helps students raise funds for mission trips! Your participation can make a big difference in supporting their journey.

Concordia School of Music

Concordia School of Music is excited to offer piano lessons for the 2024-2025 school year. We have several different teachers who can offer some lessons during the school day (students in grades K-5) or before or after school (students in grades K-12). Lessons are $30 per weekly half-hour lesson. Email Mr. Peter Kelmp, Director of Music, for more information.

Helpful Links

2024-2025 School Calendar

Digital School Calendar

C.A.R.E. Submission Form

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Concordia Lutheran Schools of Omaha admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.