Monday, October 20

Elizabeth - Wellspring Counselor in the building

Friday, October 24

Kona Ice Fundraiser 3:00 p.m.

Trunk or Treat (School parking lot) 6:00 p.m.

Monday, October 27 - Friday, October 31

Scholastic Book Fair

Friday, October 31

Reformation Day

Half Day - early dismissal 11:30 a.m.

VIP Day

Open shopping for Book Fair

Sunday, November 2

Day Light Savings Time (fall back)

Monday, November 3

Elizabeth - Wellspring Counselor in the building

Tuesday, November 4

Bookmobile 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday, November 5

UFCU School Branch 11:05 a.m.

Sunday, November 9

Choir Grades 3 & 4 Sing 8:00 a.m. (arrive by 7:45 a.m.)

St. Paul Youth Group Pancake Breakfast 9:30-11:00 a.m.

Wednesday, November 12

PTO Meeting

Friday, November 14

Middle School Dance 7:30 p.m.

Monday, November 17

Elizabeth - Wellspring Counselor in the building

Tuesday, November 18

PTO Fundraiser - Chipotle 4:00 p.m.

We would like to thank the PTO officers for offering the great hospitality at Pastries with Parents on Thursday, October 16. 174 people enjoyed fellowship around donuts, pastries, juice, and coffee. Wyatt the Wildcat made a special appearance. Thank you for the great morning!

St. Paul Lutheran Church and School would like to thank the Dore Corporation Jerky Outlet Mobile Gas Station for choosing St. Paul Lutheran Church and School for their Summer 2025 (June 1-August 31) Pump for a Cause. 

At the end of Chapel on Wednesday, October 15, Marketing Specialist Madelyn Paten stopped by St. Paul to gift the Church and School with an oversized check. Madeln let us know: “With community support and a matched donation from Dore Stores, we’re excited to present your school with a donation check for $1,354.20.” The money will be a blessing toSt. Paul. Thank you to everyone who participated to make this donation possible.

St. Paul Parents, please read the following information that has been asked of us to send home to you via MANS (Michigan Association for Non-Public Schools) and the Michigan Department of Education (MDE):

Districts are required to send information home to parents and caregivers on the safe storage of firearms. This is in accordance with the “Safe Storage Laws,” MCL 28.429, MCL 380.1313a, and MCL 380.1313b. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services provided this information to the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) for distribution.

Specific resources required to be sent home to parents and caregivers include:

What is the Secure Storage Law in Michigan

Safe Storage Notice

Additional resources and information can be found on MDE’s Safe Storage Law webpage. Questions may be directed to MDE’s Office of Health and Safety at MDE-OHS@Michigan.gov.

St. Paul has been selected as an Adopt A School by the Saginaw Spirit Hockey Team. This program is sponsored by Frankenmuth Credit Union.

Because of our selection, St. Paul has been awarded a number of tickets to be given out to students and families. Each ticket is good for one (1) upper level ticket and is valid for the 2025-2026 season (not for a playoff game). If you are interested in entering the drawing for your family to attend a hockey game please fill out this Google Form. One entry per student, deadline for entry is Thursday, October 23. Winners will be notified by October 31.

St. Paul would like to thank Jenny Bickel at Frankenmuth Credit Union, 580 North Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734 for being a corporate partner and allowing us this opportunity.

Join us for Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 24, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

*Rain Date: Saturday, October 25, 1:00-2:00 p.m.

Come to the school parking lot and playground for trick-or-treating, host a treat trunk, or just come hang out for the simple joy of being together. The event will be all outdoors with light refreshments and snacks provided.

Please fill out this form to let us know you are willing to host a trunk. Thank you for being willing to help us make this event possible!

NOTE: Please plan candy/treats for about 150-200 kids. 5:30 p.m. arrival (or before) is recommended for trunk set-up.

Questions? Contact Janelle at (419) 494-6815 or jwhitneywiess@gmail.com

We are looking forward to VIP Day.

On Friday, October 31, please drop off students at the school following our usual drop-off procedure. Like normal, school doors will open at 7:00 a.m. with Early Morning Arrival until 7:45 a.m. Students will report to their classrooms for attendance for an 8:00 a.m. school start.

At 8:25 a.m., students will be escorted from the school to the church where they will meet up with their VIPs who will be enjoying coffee, refreshments, and fellowship in the Church Ministry Center. All students and VIPs will enjoy Chapel in the Church Sanctuary. Following the Chapel Service, VIPs and students will be escorted to the school.

From 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. students and VIPs will enjoy various activities. Dismissal for school and the event will occur at 11:30 a.m.

Spruce up your holiday decor in support of St. Paul Lutheran School! Order your 24 inch Fraser Fir holiday wreath now. $25. Wreaths will be available for pick up just in time for Thanksgiving celebrations.

Contact Kristen Glasser to order: 989-529-2962.

Sales end November 7th. Submit cash or check payment to Kristen or the St. Paul Office when you place your order. Make checks out to Artisans Landscaping.

Mrs. Sue Headings our Head Cook at St. Paul Lutheran School would like to invite St. Paul Church Members to consider the “Adopt Our Cold Bar Program”. Church members can learn more about the “Adopt our Cold Bar Program” in the brochure located near the ramp of the Ministry Center or by clicking here.

No time to shop?! Monetary donations are always welcomed and appreciated!

• Thank you to Jen Zielinski for sponsoring the cold bar for the week of October 6-10
• Thank you to Betty Stieve for sponsoring the cold bar for the week of October13-17
• Thank you to Dennis & Teri Appold for a variety of apples during the week of October 6-17

St. Paul’s School Counselor Elizabeth from Wellspring will be in the building every other Monday throughout the school year. If you would like your student to meet with Counselor Elizabeth, please fill out the referral form.

Click here for the Y5/K-8th grade choir schedule for the

2025-2026 school year.

B Boys Basketball Team

Coach Mr. Matt Hechlik

Click here for full game and practice schedule

B Girls Basketball Team

Coach Mr. Jeremy Begick

Click here for full game and practice schedule