December 6, 2024

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

Tis the season for giving... and earning!  

Turn shopping into savings with St. Luke's RaiseRight program! Simply use gift cards instead of cash or credit cards to support your school while you shop. Plus, with eGift cards and a mobile app, earning has never been easier! 

If you have not entered program yet here is the QR code to get started.

Click here for the Development Webpage

Click Here to Give!

CELEBRATING THANKSGIVING AS A SCHOOL FAMILY

There's nothing like the warmth of community and the joy of togetherness! Our Japonica Campus was filled with gratitude and delicious food as students and their families came together for a memorable Thanksgiving feast.

ST. LUKE'S THANKSGIVING PARADE

Our 4th and 5th graders worked on a unit inspired by the book Balloons Over Broadway. Balloons Over Broadway is a children's picture book that tells the true story of Tony Sarg, a puppeteer credited with inventing the giant helium balloons featured in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

The students designed and created their own balloons, and we had our very own St. Luke’s Thanksgiving Parade. We thoroughly enjoyed their handmade balloons and appreciated their hard work

and unique designs.

ST. LUKE'S PHYSICS CLASSES ENJOY AN "EGG-CELLENT" ADVENTURE WITH CATAPULTS

Mrs. Haynes’ physics classes explored the principles of projectile motion and the mechanics of how catapults are used to launch projectiles. The students were then challenged to build a catapult to launch "eggs" at teachers. Our teachers are the best and will really do "ANYTHING" to support learning!

JAPONICA STUDENTS EXPLORE MIXTURES AND SOLUTIONS

Japonica Science Lab fun! Why can the green sand be separated, but the sugar can’t? When we mix the green sand and water, it’s a mixture (the grains stay intact and can be separated easily.) When sugar dissolves in water, it forms a solution (merges to create something new and inseparable!)

FESTIVE STEM+M ADVENTURES AT ST. LUKE'S

Bringing the holiday spirit to the STEM+M Lab! Our K5 littles and 8th grade bigs teamed up on the University Campus for a festive morning of Christmas-themed STEM+M activities. These young scientists and mentors had a blast learning and creating together. The joy of discovery and the magic of the season made for the BEST memories!

ST. LUKE'S ATHLETES NAMED TO MOBILE ALL-COUNTY TEAMS

Sophie Dolbear was recently named to the 2024 All-County Cross Country Team.

Baker Garside, Amelia Smith, Hannah Baker, and Cami Abel were named to the 2024 All-County Volleyball Team. These athletes will attend the award ceremony on May 18 at 5:00 p.m. to celebrate their achievements. Go, Wildcats! 

DON'T BE ALARMED: TRAUMA WEEK STARTS - DECEMBER 9

Monday, December 9th is the first day of Trauma Week. Be prepared for an exciting start with EMS Day! Upon arrival at the University Campus, you might notice emergency vehicles positioned in the parking lots. Following homeroom, expect to hear sirens and see flashing lights as Mobile Fire Rescue collaborates with our students for an immersive learning experience.

SAVE THE DATE: CHRISTMAS UNDER THE OAKS - DECEMBER 12

Everyone is invited to join us for one of the most magical evenings of the year—Christmas Under the Oaks! Mark your calendars for December 12th from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m., and prepare to get into the Christmas Spirit!

Event Schedule & Information

5:00 - 5:30 p.m. K2-5th Grade Classroom Visits

5:30 p.m. Band Concert in the Church Sanctuary

6:30 p.m. Live Nativity by the 5th Grade Students

4:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Book Fair

Additional Festivities: Visit Santa, shop at the Merry Market, experience the joy of snow, pet the animals from the nativity scene, dinner and treats, and much more!

We look forward to celebrating this magical evening with you and creating cherished

holiday memories!

Click here for Japonica Campus Announcements

Click here for University Campus Announcements

Click here for the All-School Google Calendar



Click here for the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar

Click here for Basketball Schedules 2024

Japonica Campus:

PLEASE NOTE: Friday at 8:00 p.m. is the deadline to order food and beverages for the following week. Meals will not be available for purchase after this deadline.

If you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact cbrown@slesmobile.org.

Click here for MyMealOrder Information

Click here for MyMealOrder Account Information

Click here for MyMealOrder Instructions

Click here for MyMealOrder FAQ's

Japonica Campus: K2-K4 December Menu

Japonica Campus: K5-5th Grade December Menu



University Campus:

• Students will need a snack and a lunch for each full day. You may bring your snack and/or lunch or purchase from the Wildcat Cafe.
• Food from the Wildcat Cafe may be purchased from your declining account at mypaymentsplus.com.
• Students will need a student ID (available in Blackbaud) to put money in their account.
• Menus are posted on the website and listed in our newsletter, Paw Prints.

Click here to add money to your student account

University Campus: December Menu

University Campus: Price List

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.

The hours are: Wednesdays & Fridays during break, after school Wednesday 3:00 - 3:30 p.m., and other special hours will be announced.

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.