February 27, 2026

In our weekly newsletter, Paw Prints, you will find:

• Wildcats in the News
• Important All-School Announcements, Japonica Announcements and University Announcements
• Links to calendars
• Wildcat Cafe information & links
• Online Campus Store information & link
• Church Information
• Ways that you can help SLES

2026-2027 RE-ENROLLMENT REMINDER

If you haven’t completed your re-enrollment contract yet, now’s the perfect time! Please submit it by Saturday, February 28 to avoid the late enrollment fee of $500. 

If you have any questions, we’re happy to help. We can’t wait for another fantastic year with your student!

SAVE THE DATE: CASINO NIGHT 2026

Mark your calendars! Casino Night 2026 is coming, and it promises to be another fabulous night out in support of St. Luke’s. This much-anticipated event brings our community together for an evening of fun —all while supporting the programs and students we love.

Click here for Casino Night Registration

Click here for Auction Donation Form

Click here for Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities

Click here for the Development Webpage

Click Here to Give!

A JOYFUL CELEBRATION: GRANDPARENTS DAY &

ANNUAL MARDI GRAS PARADE

St. Luke’s was filled with smiles, laughter, and cherished memories as we celebrated Grandparents Day along with our beloved annual Mardi Gras Parade!

We were so grateful to welcome grandparents and special guests to campus to experience a glimpse of daily life at St. Luke’s. From classroom visits to festive parade fun, the day was a beautiful reminder of the importance of family, tradition, and community.

Thank you to all who were able to attend and celebrate with us. We missed those who couldn’t make it this year, but we look forward to welcoming you in the future and continuing these

meaningful traditions together.

CELEBRATING OUR 2026 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTEES

We are proud to congratulate the newest members of the 2026 National Honor Society! These exceptional students have demonstrated outstanding achievement in scholarship, leadership, service, and character — the four pillars that define the National Honor Society.

Induction into the National Honor Society is one of the highest honors a high school student can receive. Each inductee has shown a consistent commitment to academic excellence, a willingness to lead by example, a heart for serving others, and integrity both inside and outside the classroom.

We celebrate their hard work, dedication, and the positive impact they make in our school community every day. We look forward to seeing how they will continue to lead and serve in the year ahead.

Congratulations to our 2026 National Honor Society Inductees — we are so proud of you!

Macey Brown, Reese Browning, Avery Cox, Sophie Dolbear, Baker Farnell, Cooper Frampton, Olivia Frye, Lane Garling, Kylie Gibbs, Noah Grafton, Raina Gupta, Carsten Hall, Savannah Haynes, Lauren Hill , Caroline Jeane, Ellena Lang, Hannah Lockett, Sofia Maghupoy, Michael Reedy, Lauren Robertson, Zachary Robinson, Alina Schwarz, Jenna Simpson, Sawyer Smith, Ashlyn Turner, Lauren Watson, Brantley Weed, Ahja Wilder, Millie Wilson, and Ryland Yasurek.

BEHIND THE SCENES OF SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL: YOUTH EDITION

Our Theater Tech class has been hard at work transforming ideas into reality as they prepare for our big upcoming spring musical, SpongeBob the Musical: Youth Edition —

and they are doing an absolutely amazing job!

From painting vibrant backdrops to building creative set pieces inspired by Bikini Bottom, these talented students are pouring their time, energy, and artistic skill into every detail. We are so proud of their dedication, creativity, and commitment to excellence! Their hard work is setting the stage for a spectacular show! Be sure to come out and support the entire cast and crew this spring - you don't want to miss it! (More information about the show dates in the All-School Announcements below.)

MS. WATSON'S CLASS WINS AGAIN IN COASTAL KIDS QUIZ

Congratulations to Ms. Watson’s class for once again being selected to receive a $100 award following the third round of the Alabama Coastal Foundation’s Coastal Kids Quiz!

Their continued success highlights their hard work and enthusiasm for learning about Alabama’s unique coastal environment.

Round 4 — focusing on Coastal Insects — begins on March 19. We can’t wait to see how they do next!

TURNING SIMPLE INTO SPECTACULAR:

PHYSICS STUDENTS BUILD RUBE GOLDBERG MACHINES

Upon gaining knowledge of basic machines, Mrs. Haynes’ physics students were tasked with designing and building a Rube Goldberg Machine. A Rube Goldberg machine is a contraption that is intentionally designed to perform simple tasks in overly complicated ways. Building a Rube Goldberg machine is an engaging, challenging, creative, and fun way to explore many different ideas in physics and put all of those ideas together to problem solve!

Check out the All-School Google Calendar to support our Wildcats!

THE CHOOSE ACT OF ALABAMA: FAMILY APPLICATION TIMELINE

Families can now renew their CHOOSE Act application on the state's website. New families can now apply. Both portals will close on March 31, 2026.

Click here for more information

ST. LUKE'S CENTER STAGE PRESENTS -

THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL: YOUTH EDITION (MARCH 27-29)

Join St. Luke's Episcopal School's Center Stage for The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition!

Plunge into this stunning and dynamic 60-minute show. An exciting new musical featuring irresistible characters and magical music, this deep-sea pearl of a show is sure to make a splash!



March 27th and 28th at 6:30 p.m., March 29th at 3:30 p.m.

University Campus Auditorium

Student Tickets- $5 online, $10 at the door

Adult Tickets- $10, $15 at the door

Online tickets are available until March 26th at 3 p.m.

Click here to purchase tickets

SPONGEBOB T-SHIRT PRESALE!

Our show shirts were a HIT during Legally Blonde last year, so we're bringing them back for SpongeBob!

If you would like to pre-order your shirt, please fill out the form below by Monday, March 2nd,

at 11:59 p.m.

Shirts are $20 for pre-order and $25 at the concession stand (AS-AXL). Sizes outside of that range are only available during preorder (YS-5X).

Our shirts sold out within 20 minutes on opening night last year, so we highly recommend preordering if you want one. Limited stock will be available at the concessions stand, and may not last all weekend. Preordered shirts may be picked up at the concessions stand.

All proceeds will go to support our Theatre Department!

Click here to order t-shirt

Click here for Japonica Campus Announcements

Click here for University Campus Announcements

Click here for the All-School Google Calendar



Click here for the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar

Click here for the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar

Click here for Soccer Schedules

Click here for Varsity Baseball Schedule

Click here for Track & Field Schedule

Click here for Tennis Schedule

Click here for K2-K4 March Menu

Click here for K5-5th Grade March Menu

Click here for University Campus March Menu

Japonica Campus: My Meal Order Information

Japonica Campus: Additional Lunch Service Information & FAQ's

Cheryl Brown

Director of Dining Services

St. Luke’s Episcopal School

cbrown@slesmobile.org

251-666-2991 Ext 8130

Cell 404-403-6688

ST. LUKE'S WILDCAT WAREHOUSE

Show your Wildcat pride! The Spirit Store's storefront is in Room 305 on the University Campus.

Hours: Tuesday and Thursday during break.

We will be adding merchandise, so please fill out this suggestion form

to let us know what you would like to see for sale in the future. 

All proceeds of the Online Campus Store go to school programs and supplies.

We will deliver purchases to your student unless you request to pick-up.

Click here to shop!

Please don't forget to leave your student's name and grade level during the checkout process so that we know which campus to deliver to. Thank you for having Wildcat Spirit and supporting SLES!

ST. LUKE'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH WEEKLY NEWS

 Sunday Schedule

Worship Services – 7:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.

Adult Education Class – 8:45 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School (k4-5^th grade) – 10:00 a.m.

Youth Sunday School (6^th-12^th grade) – 10:00 a.m.

Youth Outing every Sunday at 11:15 a.m. (bowling, laser tag, mini golf, exploring downtown, and more!)

Weekly Services:

Mondays: Morning Prayer at 8:30 a.m.

Wednesdays: Evening Prayer at 5:30 p.m.

First Wednesday of every Month: Healing Service at 12:00 p.m.