January 17, 2025

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS: RE-ENROLLMENT DAYS - FEBRUARY 3-7

St. Luke's Re-Enrollment Days for the 2025-2026 school year will be February 3rd-7th.

Be on the lookout for more information coming soon!

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HANDS-ON LEARNING: BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES STUDENTS EXPLORE PHLEBOTOMY, BLOOD DONATION, AND BRAIN ANATOMY

Biomedical Sciences Fundamentals I and II students joined Mrs. McCleery for several hands-on activities and lessons last week. They started with practical activities related to venipuncture and phlebotomy. They learned to identify and mark prominent veins in the forearm, applied tourniquets, and discussed anatomical landmarks critical for stabilizing veins during blood draws. Additionally, they explored different laboratory tests and the corresponding vacutainer colors used for each test.


Danielle Anderson from LifeSouth Community Blood Centers provided an insightful session on blood types and components. She highlighted the primary groups requiring blood products: cancer patients, orthopedic surgery patients, and individuals with traumatic injuries. Anderson emphasized the increasing need for blood donations, especially as older donors become ineligible due to medication use, urging younger generations to contribute regularly.


The classes then delved into diabetes management, focusing on insulin therapy. Students learned about various injection methods, including intravenous (IV), intramuscular (IM), intradermal (ID), and subcutaneous (SQ) injections. They practiced administering SQ insulin injections using practice pads and measured blood glucose levels, observing the effects of diet on blood sugar.


In a creative exploration of brain anatomy, students used theater bald caps to map out major brain structures and their functions. This engaging activity involved drawing and labeling key areas such as the lobes, brain stem, and amygdala on the caps, providing a memorable and educational experience that will aid their future studies in Anatomy and Physiology.


Click here to read "Exploring the Cutting-Edge Biomed Program at St. Luke's" by senior, Madisen Gabel

K4 HIBERNATION ADVENTURE

Our K4 students are learning about the fascinating topic of hibernation and how animals survive the cold winter months. Students were encouraged to bring a stuffed animal to “hibernate.” Hopefully, these animals will sleep for their hibernation entirety and then emerge from their den on the first day of spring hungry and ready to find food!

ENGLISH 9's TRIAL OF ROMEO & JULIET

Ms. Taylor's English 9 students explored the tragic deaths of Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet. The court determined whether the young lovers were at fault for their deaths or if the longstanding feud between the Montagues and Capulets was to blame.


Students were divided into four groups:

- Defendant: Representing the Capulets and Montagues

- Prosecution: Representing Romeo and Juliet

- “Witnesses”: The spirits of Romeo and Juliet, Friar Lawrence, Capulet, Lady Capulet, Montague, and Lady Montague 

- Jury: Responsible for deliberating and making a final decision


Student Objectives:

 -Analyze the text of "Romeo and Juliet" to gather evidence

- Develop arguments for both sides of the case

- Practice public speaking and critical thinking skills

K2'S COLORFUL EXPLORATION

Our enthusiastic K2 students recently embarked on a colorful adventure as part of the Frog Street Curriculum. With their binoculars in hand, they set out across the campus on a mission to discover all things yellow. This engaging activity not only highlighted the vibrancy of the color yellow but also encouraged observation, exploration, and a sense of wonder in our youngest learners!

TURNER TILLMAN SHINES AT NAVY NATIONAL

COMBINE WITH FASTEST PRO AGILITY TIME

Turner Tillman participated in the Navy National Combine on January 9th and 10th. This invitation-only combine is the largest national combine in the country showcasing over 500 of the top underclassmen from across the nation. It is held annually in conjunction with the Navy All-American Bowl in San Antonio, Texas. Turner's highlight of the combine was running the fastest Pro Agility time!

We're so proud of you, Turner!

ST. LUKE'S THIRD SEASON OF INDOOR TRACK

Click the link below to read senior Joseph Tiemann-Mena's article about St. Luke's

2024 Indoor Track Season.


Click here for "2024 Indoor Track Season" article by senior, Joseph Tiemann-Mena

ST. LUKE'S CHRISTMAS TREE WINS FIRST PLACE AT MOBILE REGIONAL AIRPORT

Mrs. Cummings' art classes have truly outdone themselves this year by creating and decorating a stunning tree for the competition at the Mobile Regional Airport. Each student in Art I and 7th and 8th grade selected a country and created 4 ornaments representing their country. Pottery students created a well-known structure from their chosen country around the tree skirt. Art 1 students then created a miniature passport from their country. 7th and 8th grade students created a paper person representing their country. Advanced Art students created the garland with letters to Santa from around the world, enlarged stamps from different countries, a tree skirt designed to look like a compass rose, and our beautiful tree topper collaged to look like the earth with a moving airplane towing a banner that says, 'What a Wonderful World.'


Last week, Mrs. Cummings received the exciting news that St. Luke's had secured first place in the competition. Congratulations to Mrs. Cummings and all the talented students—your hard work and creativity have made us incredibly proud!

Check out the athletic schedules in the calendar section below to support our Wildcats!

THE CHOOSE ACT: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Mrs. Banks recently announced that St. Luke's was approved as an Education Service Provider (ESP) under the CHOOSE Act, which will allow us to accept funds from families who apply, qualify, and receive financial support through the CHOOSE Act, providing an opportunity to alleviate some of the financial burdens associated with private education. Applications for the CHOOSE Act are open for the upcoming school year through April 7, 2025, with award notifications being sent out on May 1st.


For more detailed information, please visit the state's official website here.


If you missed St. Luke's CHOOSE Act informational meeting, click here for the presentation.

SAVE THE DATE: JOHN WESLEY HOLT LEGACY 5K RACE -

FEBRUARY 22

Spend the day celebrating the life of John Wesley Holt with a 5K course and Fun Run beginning and ending at St. Luke's. Both 5K and Fun Run are available to both runners and walkers! All proceeds from the 4JWH Run support the John Wesley Holt Scholarship Fund, which was established in memory of John Wesley Holt, Class of 2021.


John Wesley tragically lost his life in a hit-and-run accident on February 18th, 2023. John Wesley was an Eagle Scout and a sophomore electrical engineering major at the University of South Alabama.


To honor his memory, the Holt family has established the John Wesley Holt Legacy Scholarship, awarded annually to a St. Luke's senior who has shown the same passion and dedication that John Wesley exemplified in all parts of his life: Character, Academics, and Athletics.


Pre-registration for the John Wesley Holt Legacy Run ENDS, Wednesday,

February 19 at midnight.


Runners and walkers may register in person on race day starting at noon at an increased cost.

Only those who are pre-registered by February 19th are guaranteed a t-shirt.


Packet pick-up and registration the day before the race, February 21st, from St. Luke's Student Services from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.


Click here to sign up!

YOU'RE INVITED: KREWE DE LA KIDS OF HERON LAKES MARDI GRAS PARADE - FEBRUARY 23

All are invited to the Heron Lakes Krewe de la Kids Mardi Gras Parade on February 23rd at 2:00 p.m. to enjoy appearances from the Azalea Trail Maids, St. Luke's Marching Band, Wilkes the Wildcat, cheerleaders, and football team!

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


Click here for Varsity Baseball Schedule 2025


Click here for JV Baseball Schedule 2025


Click here for Middle School Boys Soccer Schedule 2025


Click here for JV Boys Soccer Schedule 2025


Click here for Varsity Boys Soccer Schedule 2025


Click here for Girls Soccer Schedule 2025


**All athletic schedules are provided by St. Luke's Athletic Department.**


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 January Menu

Japonica Campus: K5-5th Grade January 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 January 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 (k4-5th grade) – 10:00 a.m.

Youth Sunday School (6th-12th 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.