December 5, 2025

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

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CELEBRATING TOGETHER AT THE THANKSGIVING FEAST

We were delighted to welcome our Japonica Campus families to our annual Thanksgiving Feast! It was a wonderful opportunity for students, parents, and staff to come together, share in the spirit of gratitude, and enjoy a festive celebration. Thank you to everyone who joined us in making this event so special!

GRADE-UP GLIMPSE SPARKS EXCITEMENT FOR NEXT SCHOOL YEAR!

St. Luke’s Grade-Up Glimpse was a total success! Our K4–4th grade students had a wonderful time visiting their classrooms and meeting their teachers for the 2026–2027 school year. It was the perfect opportunity for our students to get excited about “what’s next” and begin looking forward to a fantastic year ahead.

PENNIES FOR PATRIOTS SUCCESS

Pennies for Patriots was a huge success, and we are so proud of our students for stepping up to support such a meaningful cause.

Thank you to every student who donated, encouraged their classmates, and helped make a difference. Your generosity reflects the true spirit of St. Luke’s!

9th GRADE GIRLS BIBLE STUDY GROUP SERVE

St. Luke's 9th Grade Girls Bible Study group partnered with the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer to prepare holiday soups for McKemie Place during their Thanksgiving break. The girls have shared a great semester together during Thursday lunches, and wanted to give back as the semester comes to a close.

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ST. LUKE'S COACHES ATTEND STATE ASAHPERD CONFERENCE

Coach Law and Coach McNider recently attended the annual Alabama State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (ASAHPERD) Conference in Birmingham. They enjoyed collaborating with hundreds of P.E. teachers and health professionals from across the state while staying up to date on the latest trends in physical education.

Both coaches were especially excited to learn new techniques for incorporating technology and cross-curricular activities into our P.E. program. We’re grateful for their dedication and enthusiasm—it's always inspiring to bring fresh ideas back to our students!

WILDCATS NAMED TO AVA ALLSTATE CHOIR

Dylan Driskell, Oliver Lyons, Landon Villegas, and Riley Winchester have been accepted into the AVA Allstate choir! They will rehearse for performances at Samford University in March and have the opportunity to sing with over 200 talented singers from all around the state.

Let's go, Wildcat Choir/Band!

ST. LUKE'S AZALEA TRAIL MAIDS ATTEND ANNUAL CHICAGO THANKSGIVING PARADE

St. Luke’s Azalea Trail Maids brought Southern charm all the way to the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade! They proudly represented Mobile and our school with elegance and joy. We are so proud of these young women for sharing a little piece of home on such a big stage!

THANK YOU TO OUR WINTER WONDERLAND VOLUNTEERS

A huge thank-you to Jamie Seale, Sueanna Bryant, and all of the wonderful volunteers who helped transform our Japonica Campus into a magical Winter Wonderland for our students returning from Thanksgiving Break. Your creativity, hard work, and holiday spirit brought so much joy to our school. 
We are grateful for your time and talent in making this season feel extra special for our students!

8th GRADE STUDENTS EXPLORE THROUGH

HANDS-ON DISSECTION IN MEDICAL DETECTIVES CLASS

Our middle school students participated in a hands-on learning experience by dissecting sheep brains, which are structurally and functionally very similar to the human brain. This engaging lab allowed students to explore the structure and function of the brain up close, reinforcing their study of the nervous system in a meaningful and memorable way. We love seeing our students dive into science with such curiosity and enthusiasm!

K5 STUDENTS ENJOY HOLIDAY STEM+M FUN AT

THE UNIVERSITY CAMPUS

Our K5 Littles had a wonderful time visiting the University Campus STEM+M Center for festive Christmas activities! Students enjoyed a hands-on STEM+M Christmas project, complete with holiday music and special time spent with their “Bigs.” It was a joyful blend of learning, creativity, and Christmas spirit—one of the many things that make our Littles & Bigs program so special!

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

PARENT APPRECIATION DAY (DECEMBER 12)

St. Luke's is hosting a Parent Appreciation Day on December 12th.

Be sure to stop by and get a surprise from the morning carline!

12 DAYS OF DEALS AT WILDCAT WAREHOUSE

Get ready — the Wildcat Warehouse will unveil a new deal every day for 12 days, beginning December 1st! Don’t miss out on the fun… stay tuned for daily surprises!

THE CHOOSE ACT OF ALABAMA: FAMILY APPLICATION TIMELINE

Families can renew their CHOOSE Act application on the state's website starting December 15th, while new families can apply starting January 2, 2026. Both portals will close on March 31, 2026.

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SAVE THE DATE: JOHN WESLEY HOLT LEGACY RACE (FEBRUARY 7)

Save the date for the Annual John Wesley Holt Legacy Race: 5K and Fun Run on February 7 at St. Luke's!

It will be a family fun day filled with inflatables, face painting, photo opportunities with South Paw, Ms. Pawla, and the Azalea Trail Maids, food trucks, and giveaways!

Register before January 9 for a guaranteed t-shirt.

Pre-registration ends on February 5 for a reduced price.

**Proceeds from the 4JWH Run support the John Wesley Holt Scholarship Fund, 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. 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 demonstrated the same passion and dedication that John Wesley exemplified throughout his life: Character, Academics, and Athletics.

To register, click here

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Click here for the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar

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Click here for K2-K4 December Menu

Click here for K5-5th Grade December Menu

Click here for University Campus December 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: Wednesday and Friday during break.

For Friday night home football games, Wildcat Warehouse will open 30 minutes before kickoff.

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.