October 23, 2026

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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 support SLES

WE DID IT, WILDCATS!

As we reflect on St. Luke's Give Day 2026, our hearts are filled with gratitude!

Thanks to the overwhelming generosity and support of our St. Luke's community, Give Day 2026 was an incredible success, and we EXCEEDED our $65,000 goal!

And we owe it all to YOU!


To our parents, grandparents, alumni, faculty, staff, Board of Trustees, former Board of Trustees, and friends of St. Luke's - THANK YOU! Whether you made a gift, shared a post, encouraged others to participate, or helped spread the word, you played an important role in making this day so special.


As we celebrated 65 years of St. Luke's, we were reminded once again of what makes our school truly extraordinary. It's not just our classrooms, programs, or traditions. It's the people who believe in our mission, love our school, and come together to make a difference.


We are incredibly grateful to be part of a community that shows up, gives back, and believes so deeply in St. Luke's future.


From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making Give Day 2026 a success!

65 Years. Countless Stories.


Honoring our past. Investing in our future.

THANK YOU FOR BEING PART OF OUR STORY!


Click here to watch our Give Day Video

We invite you to be part of supporting the mission of St. Luke's. Whether you're interested in volunteering, participating in fundraising events, or making a gift, there are many meaningful ways to get involved

and make a difference.


Visit our website to learn more about our development initiatives and opportunities to support our school community. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Mr. Chip Menton at cmenton@slesmobile.org. We look forward to partnering with you for another outstanding year!

Click here for the Development Webpage

Click Here to Give!

 
 

CELEBRATING ST. LUKE'S DAY ON THE JAPONICA CAMPUS

On Wednesday, our St. Luke's community came together to celebrate the Feast of Saint Luke, the patron saint of physicians, surgeons, and artists. Known for his contributions to the New Testament as the author of the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles, Saint Luke is also remembered as a physician and companion of St. Paul during his missionary journeys.

To honor this special day, our Japonica Campus students proudly paraded to chapel carrying

their class banners.

What a meaningful way to celebrate our school's namesake, honor our traditions, and come together as one St. Luke's family! 

A SHOUT-OUT FOR MAKING GREAT CHOICES

We love celebrating our Wildcats for doing great things on the Japonica Campus!

Students who are spotted making good choices, showing kindness, demonstrating respect, or going out of their way to help a student or adult may earn a special Wildcat Shout-Out!

During Chapel, Mrs. Wallace recognizes these students and gives each one a Shout-Out card to take home and proudly share with their families.

It’s one more way we can celebrate the everyday choices that make our school community such a special place. Sometimes the smallest acts of kindness and character can make the BIGGEST difference!

Keep it up, Wildcats - you never know when YOU might earn the next Shout-Out!


Anaya Patel

Caroline Parker

Mary Grace Zuber

Roman Jepko

Benjamin Butler

Brooks Hamil

Rex Edmondson 

Cooper Davis

William Wooden

Gabe McBride

Cannon Waite

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

 

BOOSTER CLUB PICKLEBALL AND CORNHORN TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER (OCTOBER 25)

Get ready for a fun afternoon of friendly competition for a great cause! The St. Luke’s Athletic Booster Club is hosting a Pickleball & Cornhole Tournament to raise funds in support of our Wildcat student-athletes and athletic programs.

Join us on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at PickleRage. Grab a partner, gather some friends, and come ready to play - or support the event as a tournament sponsor. Better yet, play AND sponsor!


Pickleball: $45 per person

Cornhole: $15 per person

Lunch and water will be provided.


Multiple tournament sponsorship opportunities are also available. Click the link below to register,

learn more, and view sponsorship options.


Come out, have some fun, and help the Booster Club continue supporting Wildcat Athletics!


Click here for tournament information


Click here for sponsorship information

BOOSTER CLUB PUMPKIN-SHAPED PIZZA FUNDRAISER

Get into the Halloween spirit and support our St. Luke's Booster Club with a festive pumpkin-shaped pizza! It's a fun and delicious way to celebrate the season while supporting our Wildcats!

Be sure to place your order before Wednesday, October 28!

Pickup Options:

  • Thursday, October 29: University Campus gym, 4:30 p.m. until the end of the football game.
  • Friday, October 30: Booster Club Trunk or Treat table, beginning at 4:30 p.m. until the end of Trunk or Treat.


Click the link below for additional information and to place your order!


Click here for more information and to order

TRUNK, TREATS & HALLOWEEN FUN (OCTOBER 30)

Get ready for a spooktacular evening of family fun at St. Luke’s Annual Trunk or Treat on Friday,

October 30, from 5:30–7:00 p.m.!

Our parking lot will come alive with festively decorated trunks filled with candy, games, and plenty of surprises! Put on your favorite costume, bring your trick-or-treat bag, and enjoy a fun and safe evening with our St. Luke’s community.

Don't miss our fifth graders' annual Haunted House for an extra dose of Halloween excitement!


We Need Your Help!

Click here to volunteer

Click here to host a trunk



We can't wait to see our Wildcats and their families for a frightfully fun evening!

A NIGHT OF MYSTERY, MUSIC & THEATRE:

CENTER STAGE'S FALL SHOWCASE (NOVEMBER 1)

Center Stage is proud to present its 3rd Annual Fall Showcase on November 1st at 4:00 p.m. in the University Campus Theatre! Students will present the songs and scenes they are competing in at the Trumbauer Theatre Festival, followed by their fall play, This Murder Was Staged.  


It's the opening night of a brand-new mystery play, but just as the killer is about to be revealed, the body of the play's director falls onstage. In that moment, the theater becomes an active crime scene, and everyone from cast to crew to even the audience becomes a suspect. This fast-paced, backstabbing comedy provides laughs for all ages! 


Student tickets are $5 online and $10 at the door, and adult tickets are $10 online and $15 at the door. Tickets may be purchased here. TICKET LINK WILL CLOSE AT 3:00 p.m. ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30TH. ALL TICKETS PURCHASED AFTER THIS TIME WILL BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR (Cash or Venmo). Premium, free seating is available with “Standing Ovation” and “Splash of Color” Fine Arts Booster Club memberships! Contact leanaott@gmail.com for more information.

HONORING OUR HEROES: VETERANS DAY AT ST. LUKE'S

(NOVEMBER 11)

St. Luke’s is proud to honor our veterans on Wednesday, November 11, with special celebrations on both campuses. Veterans and their families are warmly invited to attend!


University Campus: Veterans Breakfast from 7:00-7:45 a.m., followed by an 8:00 a.m. assembly featuring guest speaker Joe Prati, U.S. Navy veteran and President of the Board of Directors for Vets Recover, and student performances.


Japonica Campus: A special program at 10:00 a.m. featuring patriotic music, fifth-grade performances, and guest speaker Colonel Maureen Baldy Williams, U.S. Army (Ret.), followed by a reception in

St. Luke’s Hall.


Please complete the RSVP form and return it to Veteransday@slesmobile.org by November 4.


We look forward to celebrating those who have served our country


Click here for RSVP form


Stay connected and up to date with the latest news and announcements for your campus.

Click the links below to find important information, upcoming events, and campus updates. Be sure to check back weekly so you don't miss important information.

Click here for Japonica Campus Announcements

Click here for University Campus Announcements

Click here for the All-School Google Calendar


Click here for the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar


Click here for the 2026 Cross Country Schedule


Click here for the 2026 Football Schedule


K2-K4 October Menu

K5-5th Grade October Menu

6th-12th October Menu


K2-K4 November Menu

K5-5th Grade November Menu

6th-12th November Menu


Japonica Campus: Wildcat Cafe Information

Japonica Campus: My Meal Order Information

Japonica Campus: My Meal Ordering Instructions

University Campus: My Payments Plus


Sharon Hansen

Director of Dining Services

St. Luke’s Episcopal School

shansen@slesmobile.org

251-666-2991 Ext 8130

Cell 251-802-1990

ST. LUKE'S WILDCAT WAREHOUSE

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

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!



Show Your Wildcat Spirit: Preorder Your SL Hat!

A new adult St. Luke’s hat is available for preorder through the Wildcat Warehouse!

Add a little Wildcat spirit to your everyday look and reserve yours today.

Please allow approximately two weeks for preorder turnaround.

If you have any questions about your order, please contact ttaylor@slesmobile.org.


Preorder Hat Here

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.