September 11, 2025

Week of September 15-19

Middle & High School Bell Schedules:

M: Worship Schedule

T: Worship Schedule

W: Early Dismissal

Th: Worship Schedule

F: Worship Schedule

Important Calendar Dates

• September 15 - PAC Kick-Off Gathering (K-5) - 6:00 pm
• September 17 - See You at the Pole - 7:15 am
• September 17 - Field Day (K-5) / Faith in Action Day (6-12) / Early Dismissal*
• September 20 - Homecoming Dance (9-12) - 8:00 - 11:00 pm
• September 27 - Oktoberfest 5:00 - 9:00 pm
• October 9 - No School and Parent-Teacher Conferences
• October 10 - No School
• October 15 - Super Bowl (6-8) / Testing Day (9-12)
• October 15 - Dismissal Times: 12:10 pm (K-5); 12:30 pm (6-8); 12:20 pm (9-12)
• October 24 - Experience Concordia Day - 12:30 - 3:00 pm (Grade 5 and prospective 6-12 students); 12:30 pm dismissal (current 6-8); 12:20 pm dismissal (current 9-12)

*Early Dismissal Times: Elementary 1:40 pm; Middle School 2:00 pm; High School 1:50 pm

2025-2026 Academic Calendars

Reporting Attendance

• Attendance includes late arrivals, early dismissals, and any absence.
• Submit a separate form for each student and each day absent.
• Concordia-related events don’t require a form.
• When picking up a Middle or High School student for an appointment, etc., you must call the front office for your student to be released from the building.

All-School Announcements

Volunteers Needed During All Events!

Concordia is looking for volunteers to support our upcoming events. Your time and energy make a big difference!

Click here to view available dates and times, and sign up to volunteer! Thank you for being part of what makes Concordia special!

Counselor Notes from Mr. Nicholas (9–12)

Click the link below to view notes from Mr. Tyler Nicholas, School Counselor.

October Lunch Orders (6–12)

We’ve heard from students that they love the new lunch items on T/TH/F, but want bigger portions. You’ll see an increased portion size immediately! Orders for October lunches are due Saturday, September 20.

October Menu | How to Order

Mustang Uniform Store OPEN!

The Mustang Uniform Store is open through Monday, September 22! Please place your order now for delivery after October 6. Click here to be redirected to the Mustang Uniform Store.

Lost & Found (K–12)

Lost & Found items will be displayed in the main corridor from September 15–19. Small items such as jewelry, chargers, and similar belongings are kept in the main office.

Click here to view pictures of the large items in Lost & Found!

Any items not claimed by 12:00 pm on Friday, September 19, will be donated. As a reminder, the Lost & Found cabinets in the Commons and just inside the Elementary wing, along with the small items in the main office, are always available for students to check.

ParentPulse Surveys Coming Soon!

At Concordia, we’re committed to continuous improvement, and your feedback makes it possible. To gather parent feedback, we use ParentPulse to send three brief surveys via email each year. What you need to know:

• Each survey takes about 5 minutes
• Responses collected via ParentPulse are confidential
• The first survey will arrive via email between now and Thanksgiving


We invite you to learn more by watching this 60-second video overview of ParentPulse to learn more! Thank you for your partnership in enhancing the Concordia experience!

See You at the Pole (K–12)

All students and families are invited to join Mr. Jipp on Wednesday, September 17 at 7:15 am for See You at the Pole morning prayer.

We will spend time together in fellowship and prayer as a school community.

Click here for more information, including details for elementary students who wish to attend and the history of this event.

Homecoming Week! (K–12)

Click the Homecoming by the Sea graphic above to view details for the week, including dress-up days and special events for K–12!

Benjamin Project + Growing Giving Hearts (K–12)

This year, we are launching a new program that combines Concordia’s Growing Giving Hearts with last year’s Benjamin Project. We are excited to share a special opportunity for our students! Click here to learn more!

Oktoberfest – September 27

Click the above graphic to get tickets today!

It’s Quiz Bowl Time! (6–12)

Quiz Bowl is open to all Middle School and High School students. Teams will meet every Wednesday during their respective lunch periods.



There is an interest meeting on Tuesday, September 16, during lunch, in Mr. Nic Love’s classroom (314). At the meeting, students will be introduced to Coach Bill Deardoff and learn more about what Quiz Bowl is all about.



Students and parents can email Mr. Ersland for more details.

Middle School Musical Announcement (6–8)

This year’s Middle School Musical will be Anything Goes (Youth Edition). Auditions will take place on September 14 from 12-3 in the Band Room. Rehearsals will begin on September 22. Performances are scheduled for November 7 and 8 in the Griffith Center. We’re excited to welcome back directors Ethan & Taylor Domsch, who can’t wait to get started on this hilarious production!

Boys Golf (9–12)

High school boys interested in golf are invited to get connected with Coach Sturm anytime before or after school through September 26 in Middle School Room 412. Stop by to meet Coach Sturm, get set up on the SportsYou app, and pick up your Skills Punch Card.

Senior Portraits (Grade 12)

Guidelines & Requirements:

• Portrait needs to be a headshot
• Face should be unobstructed
• Background should be distraction-free
• Avoid over-the-shoulder shots
• Images must be yearbook appropriate & reflect Concordia’s mission & values

Booster Club

Advertise Your Business this Season!

Advertising opportunities include the sports media guide, banners on the fence, and the gym scoreboard. Email boosterclub@concordiaomaha.org for more information.

Support Concordia & Others

Moms in Prayer

Last week at Moms in Prayer, we prayed to God who is our PORTION.

• Scripture readings were from Deuteronomy 32:9; Psalm 73:26; Psalm 119:57-58; Psalm 142:5; Matthew 6:33.
• We prayed for each Academy 2nd and 8th grade student by name.
• We prayed for staff members: Mrs. Jenny Carlson, Academy 3rd Grade Teacher, Mr. Jeff Clark, Head of Maintenance, Mrs. Danielle Cornell, School Nurse, and Mrs. Shelley Dartmann, Academy Kindergarten Teacher.

We invite you to join us in the conference room on Friday mornings at 8:15 am. We also have a GroupMe where prayer requests and the weekly prayer guide are shared. For more information, please contact Melissa Lorang at 402-350-0253.

Centered Youth Night – October 11

The next Centered Youth Night will take place on Saturday, October 11 at Concordia. All high school students in Omaha and the surrounding area are invited! This event is free and will include games, snacks, music, and a message.

Craft Fair – November 15

Vendor applications are now open for the Concordia Lutheran Schools of Omaha Craft Fair! Booths are $50, and the event typically draws 300+ shoppers. Proceeds support students attending mission trips. Please share with friends and family—apply today!



General Information & Guidelines | Vendor Application

Sponsorship Opportunity!

Support Concordia’s amazing staff and promote your business!

For just $500, your business will be featured for an entire month in the following places:



• Fort Street Marquee
• Hallway digital screens
• Staff lounge
• A dedicated social media post

Click here to sponsor a full month of snacks and treats. Thank you for making a difference!

Association Congregations

Concordia Lutheran Schools of Omaha is supported by 17 member congregations dedicated to Christ-centered education. They contribute through prayer, financial support, school promotion, and volunteer service.

Most congregations help families with tuition, typically offering $500 to $1,000 per student. To view a list of Association Congregations, click here!

Raise Right Orders

The Raise Right program is a fundraising tool that Concordia offers as a way for families to earn money toward their tuition. Click here to view a list of Raise Right

retailers. View this short video for more information.

Enrollment code: E24AA9L3539L 

Contact Jennifer Shearer at 402-445-4000 or by email with questions.

**Any order that is solely ScripNow (emailed certificates instead of cards) can be submitted at any time and will be released when a check is received at the office (there are no shipping fees). Another payment option is VENMO: @CLSO-Mustangs (Please make sure to note SCRIP in the "for" line.)

Helpful Links

BOUND School Calendar

C.A.R.E. Submission Form

Safe2Help

Schedule a Meeting/Event/Activity

To ensure our school operates smoothly, all meetings, events, and activities must be scheduled through our Events Coordinator or Operations Director. Please use the link in the heading to request campus space for events, including team meals, meetings, senior photos and more.

Request Fundraiser Approval

If your group or organization would like to host a fundraiser, please complete the form linked in the heading. Fundraising requests must be submitted at least one month prior to the intended start date.

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