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Principal’s Report 04/01/2015

Dear Lumen Family:

Our blessings to all during Holy Week.  The following are important announcements as we near the close of the school year.

Easter Monday:   Student Government is hosting an Easter Egg hunt for the student body first thing Monday morning.  All students should head to the gym upon arrival to the school instead of the front entrance.  There will be a short assembly in the morning and then the students will be released to hunt for eggs.  It is a fun tradition that the students look forward to doing…Thank you Student Government!!

JH Testing:  The 7th and 8th graders will be taking the Terra Nova on Tuesday and Thursday mornings next week.

Cinco de Mayo:  Lumen Christi is hosting its Fifth Annual Cinco de Mayo celebration on Saturday, May 2, in the LCHS gymnasium. Parent volunteers are needed so if you still need share hours and would like to help, please contact the front office.  There are jobs to be done now and the day of the event.  Tickets are $20 per person or $300 per table. Please call our school office for reservations at 907-245-9231.

Registration for 2015-16 School Year:  Re-Enrollment is in full swing and I just want to remind everyone to get your re-enrollment packets turned in soon.

Want to save money on tuition?  Did you know that we have an Incentive Discount Program?  Here are the details:

A family or household who has referred a student to Lumen Christi will receive a $500 incentive discount per student referred who has successfully enrolled at Lumen Christi up to $2,500.  Referred families must specify the referral at the time of registration for the current families to receive this discount.

Important Information for 11th Graders:  Deadlines are coming, please be sure your child is registered to take the SAT and the ACT.  To register for the SAT, please visit www.collegeboard.com. To register for the ACT, please visit www.act.org.  When registering for either the SAT or the ACT, please be sure to enter the following code (020317) so that results will be sent to Lumen Christi in addition to your home.

Up-Coming Student Government Events:

• Easter Egg Hunt Monday, April 6th.

• From March 23-April 6th, Student Government is conducting a “Trash Bag Drive” to benefit Clare House.  Students who donate a box of trash bags will earn a dress down day.

• Wednesday, April 8th, Easter “Sunday Best” Dress Up Day:  Students can dress up in their Sunday best.  If they choose not to participate, they should wear their school uniform.

• From April 9-11 a delegation of 9 Lumen Christi students will be attending the Spring AASG Conference in Sitka.  We are very excited to have such a large delegation.

• April 17th SGA is hosting a Dodgeball Tournament

• April 24th is a Junior High Lock-In Social.  We will need parent volunteers for this, please contact Mrs. Mespelli if you are interested.  It is overnight from 7pm-8am with lights out at 2am.

• May 1st is Lumen’s High School Prom.  More details to come.

ACT Prep Workshop at UAA:  The ACT Prep workshop provides a timely review of key materials for students who are planning to test either the following week or later in the term. The instructors review four critical components of the ACT, review best tips and techniques to ensure a successful testing session, and will answer questions of students. The cost of the course is just $99 and includes the materials and practice exams.  Please see the attached flier for more details.

Trip to Rome.  Fr. Leo, pastor of St. Benedict Parish, and Bob McMorrow,  Parish Director of Religious Studies, will be leading a pilgrimage to Rome in May and you are invited. Fr. Leo lived in Rome for 5 years and has more than a few insights into must see pilgrimage spots… and some must visit restaurants.  Bob has taught the history of the Catholic Church for a dozen years and might have a story or two to share about Rome and the Saints.   If you are interested in the trip, please contact the Parish office at:  (907)  273-1550.

Parent Volunteer Organization (PVO):  Please visit the Lumen Christi page on the VolunteerSpot website to sign up for volunteer opportunities: http://www.volunteerspot.com/Group/151523700124#!/show .

Here are some important upcoming events:

4/2-3: Easter Break, No School

4/7-9: JH Testing

4/9-11: AASG Conference in Sitka

4/13-24: Penny Drive

4/17: SGA Dodgeball Tournament

4/24: JH Lock-in Social Event

4/27-5/1: Spirit Week

4/27-5/1: Animal Food Drive

5/1: Prom

5/2: Cinco de Mayo

5/13: Baccalaureate Mass

5/14: Graduation

5/19-21: Finals

Happy Easter and God Bless,

Principal Harmon

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Principal’s Report 03/20/2015

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Principal’s Report 02/27/2015

Dear Lumen Family:

It’s been another busy week.  Monday, we celebrated the achievements of our outstanding students at a PVO ice cream social and awards ceremony. The students settled back into their regular weekly class schedule.  And, today the students did the Stations of the Cross.  We also enjoyed a nice Lenten soup luncheon at the Parish provided by the teachers.  Below are some important announcements and upcoming events.

Important Information for 11th Graders:  Deadlines are coming, please be sure your child is registered to take the SAT and the ACT.  To register for the SAT, please visit www.collegeboard.com. To register for the ACT, please visit www.act.org.  When registering for either the SAT or the ACT, please be sure to enter the following code (020317) so that results will be sent to Lumen Christi in addition to your home.   ACT Prep Courses at UAA : KC SP15

HS Basketball Senior Night:  Our HS basketball teams play against Ninilchik this Saturday, February 28th.  The girls will play at 4pm and the boys follow at 5:30pm.  It is also Senior Night in which we will recognize all of our seniors on the team.  Come on out and support our teams on Saturday!

Share Hour Opportunities:  The Gala committee is looking for some help writing thank you notes to our Gala donors.  Please let the front office know if you are interested.  Also, Lumen Christi is hosting ASAA 1A Region 2 Peninsula Conference Basketball Tournament next Wednesday, March 4th through Saturday, March 7th.  There will be help needed in the concession stand and the gate on all of those days, please watch for the sign-up sheet coming out real soon or see Mr. Hunt.

Lumen Christi’s Open House:  Please share with family and friends about Lumen Christi’s Open House on Thursday, March 26th. Enjoy lunch with Principal John Harmon from 11am-Noon or come anytime between Noon-7pm for student led tours which is a great way to see the school and meet staff members and parents too.

Registration for 2015-16 School Year:  Pre-Registration will begin on March 16th.  Open enrollment will begin on March 23rd.

ASAA 1A Region 2 Peninsula Conference Basketball Tournament:  Lumen Christi is hosting this year’s regions!!  It begins on Wednesday, March 4th through Saturday, March 7th.  Stay tuned for Lumen’s first games which will be announced after the this weekend’s games.

Now Hiring-Track Coach:  Lumen Christi’s athletic department is currently looking for a track coach.  If you are interested or know someone who might be, please see the attached job description for more information. Job description: Track Coach JD (1)

Track Season:  Track season begins right after Spring break.

Fridays during Lent:  Friday’s during Lent we will have Mass every Friday as well as lunch.  During Lent, teachers will have several varieties of meatless soup and/or pasta with rolls available for any students who wish to purchase for lunch.  The soup/pasta dishes will be $1, the rolls are $.50 and a bottle of water will $1.  The money raised by the teachers will be donated to a local charity at the end of the Lenten season.  Please note:  Since this is a charity fundraiser, students will not be able to use their student government lunch cards for the soup lunches.

Transportation Request:  One of our new students needs a ride home each day after school (near Klatt and C Street).  The family is willing to help with gas. If you live in this area and can assist, please contact the front office.

Titlewave Book Store:  Have any books you are planning on donating? Consider taking them to Titlewave book store and have the amount added to Lumen Christi’s account.  Our teachers frequent Titlewave to add books to their classroom collections.

On Sale:  Lumen Christi Scarves:  The Senior class is selling scarves to help fundraise for graduation.  The Senior class has reduced the cost of the scarves to $20.  Please see Ms. Brewer or the front office if you’d like to purchase one.

Substitute Teachers Needed:  We would like to add more people to our substitute list.  If you are interested, please contact the office.

Scholarship Opportunity for Seniors:  The Associated General Contractors of Alaska, Inc. (AGC of Alaska) & Construction Education Foundation, Inc. (CEF) is happy to announce a scholarship program designed to encourage students to pursue a career in the construction industry or a related field such as accounting, insurance & bonding and human resources. Scholarship awards will be limited to individuals who plan to live and work in Alaska.

Scholarship applications are due at the Anchorage AGC office by 4:00  PM on April 1, 2015. They may be turned in any time before April 1. AGC of Alaska & CEF will award 6 scholarships based on a scoring guide developed by a steering committee; two $5,000 scholarships and four $2,500 scholarships.

Successful scholarship recipients will be notified in writing by June 4, 2015 and their award will be presented at the AGC of Alaska Annual Golf Tournament reception June 18, 2015 at the AGC of Alaska offices.

Click on the following link for the online application https://adobeformscentral.com/?f=plhqYfdW3Bk0QTVIIYboCw

ACT Prep Workshop at UAA:  The ACT Prep workshop provides a timely review of key materials for students who are planning to test either the following week or later in the term. The instructors review four critical components of the ACT, review best tips and techniques to ensure a successful testing session, and will answer questions of students. The cost of the course is just $99 and includes the materials and practice exams.  Please see the attached flier for more details.

Trip to Rome.  Fr. Leo, pastor of St. Benedict Parish, and Bob McMorrow,  Parish Director of Religious Studies, will be leading a pilgrimage to Rome in May and you are invited. F r. Leo lived in Rome for 5 years and has more than a few insights into must see pilgrimage spots… and some must visit restaurants.  Bob has taught the history of the Catholic Church for a dozen years and might have a story or two to share about Rome and the Saints.   If you are interested in the trip, please contact the Parish office at:  (907)  273-1550.

World Youth Day Fundraiser:  We are  beginning preparations for our next WYD which will be in Krakow Poland in 2016. The main fundraiser for WYD for St. Benedict youth is our 7 course Italian dinners.  On Saturday, Feb. 28 at 6 PM, in the basement of St. Benedict, the youth and young adults will be preparing a 7 course Italian feast.  Tickets will be on sale at the door but we would appreciate if you would call or email Bob McMorrow with your numbers so we can have a good estimate.  Cost is $30, wine is included.  AND… make sure you bring a good appetite.

PVO Help Wanted

PVO is looking for a few volunteers to take over some very important jobs. Please consider one of these positions…if you have additional questions, please contact Gail Grafton for more information.

• Gala Lead Procurement Caller:  Learn next year from Mrs. Novcaski on how to make calls to our annual Gala donors for donations.  These calls are generally made to donors/businesses who have donated to our school for years.

• PVO Vice-President:  Shadow Gail Grafton and eventually take over as PVO President.

• Craft Bazaar Helper(s):  Help Michell Goodwin, the Craft Bazaar Chair, organize the volunteers, secure vendors, and run this important fundraising event.

• Library Help:  The school library is looking for one or more parents who could post books for sale on our Amazon website and then drop them at the post office when they sell.  This could easily be done from home at whatever pace fits with their schedules.  For more information, contact Ruth Marchetti at RMarchetti@lumenchristiak.org.

Box Tops:  Thank you for those who have turned in Box Tops!  There is a collection box by the front office, so let keep turning them in.

Parent Share Hours:  Have you updated your parent share hours lately?  If not, feel free to stop by the office to enter your hours OR you may also email Mrs. Estes at lchs@lumenchristiak.org and she will gladly enter them for you. If you have any questions about your parent share hours, just give us a call.

Safe Environment Training and Background Checks:  Each parent who volunteers at our school should take the time to complete the online safe environment training and complete the paperwork for a background check.  If you have questions or are unsure of your status on each of these, please contact Mrs. Estes.

Parent Volunteer Organization (PVO):  Please visit the Lumen Christi page on the VolunteerSpot website to sign up for volunteer opportunities: http://www.volunteerspot.com/Group/151523700124#!/show .

Here are some important upcoming events:

3/3: PVO Meeting, tentative

3/4-7: HS Basketball Regions

3/6: No School, Teacher In-Service

3/6: Archangel Attic First Friday

3/9-13: Spring Break

3/26: Lumen Christi Open House

4/2-3: Easter Break

5/2: Cinco de Mayo

Please continue to remember our faculty and students in prayer.

God Bless,

Principal Harmon

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Principal’s Report 02/13/2015

Dear Lumen Family:

A special thank you to everyone who worked on and participated in the Annual Lumen Gala, it was a tremendous success!  It’s hard to believe third quarter is almost over and it is time for parent-teacher conferences.   Next week has a very unusual schedule due to the holiday, conferences, and teacher in-service, so please take time to plan accordingly.  We hope to see everyone at the parent-teacher conferences:

Monday, February 16.  NO SCHOOL (Holiday – President’s Day)

Tuesday, February 17.   Regular school day (students to follow Monday schedule)

Wednesday, February 18.  Ash Wednesday.

½ Day (students follow “Friday A, Lent” Schedule) Release at 12:35 PM

1:30 PM – 4 PM Parent / Teacher Conferences

Thursday, February 19.

½ Day (students follow “Friday B” Schedule) Release at 12:35 PM

4 PM – 7 PM Parent / Teacher Conferences

Friday, February 20.  NO SCHOOL  (School closed for In-Service)

Fridays during Lent:  Friday’s during Lent we will have Mass each Friday as well as lunch.  During Lent, teachers will have several varieties of meatless soup and/or pasta with rolls available for any students who wish to purchase for lunch.  The soup/pasta dishes will be $1, the rolls are $.50 and a bottle of water will $1.  The money raised by the teachers will be donated to a local charity at the end of the Lenten season.

Transportation Request:  One of our new students needs a ride home after school (near Klatt and C Street).  The family is willing to help with gas.  If you live in this area and can assist, please contact the front office.

Substitute Teachers Needed:  We would like to add more people to our substitute list.  If you are interested, please contact the office.

JH Indoor Soccer:  1st practice starts on Tuesday, February 17th at 4:30pm.

Scholarship Opportunity for Seniors:  The Associated General Contractors of Alaska, Inc. (AGC of Alaska) & Construction Education Foundation, Inc. (CEF) is happy to announce a scholarship program designed to encourage students to pursue a career in the construction industry or a related field such as accounting, insurance & bonding and human resources. Scholarship awards will be limited to individuals who plan to live and work in Alaska.

Scholarship applications are due at the Anchorage AGC office by 4:00  PM on April 1, 2015. They may be turned in any time before April 1. AGC of Alaska & CEF will award 6 scholarships based on a scoring guide developed by a steering committee; two $5,000 scholarships and four $2,500 scholarships.

Successful scholarship recipients will be notified in writing by June 4, 2015 and their award will be presented at the AGC of Alaska Annual Golf Tournament reception June 18, 2015 at the AGC of Alaska offices.

Click on the following link for the online application https://adobeformscentral.com/?f=plhqYfdW3Bk0QTVIIYboCw

ACT Prep Workshop at UAA:  The ACT Prep workshop provides a timely review of key materials for students who are planning to test either the following week or later in the term. The instructors review four critical components of the ACT, review best tips and techniques to ensure a successful testing session, and will answer questions of students. The cost of the course is just $99 and includes the materials and practice exams.  Please see the attached flier for more details.

PVO Help Wanted

PVO is looking for a few volunteers to take over some very important jobs. Please consider one of these positions…if you have additional questions, please contact Gail Grafton for more information.

• Gala Lead Procurement Caller:  Learn next year from Mrs. Novcaski on how to make calls to our annual Gala donors for donations.  These calls are generally made to donors/businesses who have donated to our school for years.

• PVO Vice-President:  Shadow Gail Grafton and eventually take over as PVO President.

• Craft Bazaar Helper(s):  Help Michell Goodwin, the Craft Bazaar Chair, organize the volunteers, secure vendors, and run this important fundraising event.

• Library Help:  The school library is looking for one or more parents who could post books for sale on our Amazon website and then drop them at the post office when they sell.  This could easily be done from home at whatever pace fits with their schedules.  For more information, contact Ruth Marchetti at RMarchetti@lumenchristiak.org.

On Sale:  Lumen Christi Scarves:  The Senior class is selling scarves to help fundraise for graduation.  The Senior class has reduced the cost of the scarves to $20.  Please see Ms. Brewer or the front office if you’d like to purchase one.

New Lumen Wear:  New Lumen wear has arrived!  Stop by the office to check it out!!

Box Tops:  Thank you for those who have turned in Box Tops!  There is a collection box by the front office, so let keep turning them in.

Parent Share Hours:  Have you updated your parent share hours lately?  If not, feel free to stop by the office to enter your hours OR you may also email Mrs. Estes at lchs@lumenchristiak.org and she will gladly enter them for you. If you have any questions about your parent share hours, just give us a call.

Safe Environment Training and Background Checks:  Each parent who volunteers at our school should take the time to complete the online safe environment training and complete the paperwork for a background check.  If you have questions or are unsure of your status on each of these, please contact Mrs. Estes.

Parent Volunteer Organization (PVO):  Please visit the Lumen Christi page on the VolunteerSpot website to sign up for volunteer opportunities: http://www.volunteerspot.com/Group/151523700124#!/show .

Here are some important upcoming events:

2/13-14: JH End of Season Volleyball Tournament @ Lumen Christi

2/16: No School, President’s Day

2/18-19: ½ days, Parent-Teacher conferences

2/20: No School, Teacher In-Service Day

2/23: Spring Academic Awards

3/3: PVO Meeting, tentative

3/6: Archangel Attic First Friday

3/9-13: Spring Break

Trip to Rome.  Fr. Leo, pastor of St. Benedict Parish, and Bob McMorrow,  Parish Director of Religious Studies, will be leading a pilgrimage to Rome in May and you are invited. F r. Leo lived in Rome for 5 years and has more than a few insights into must see pilgrimage spots… and some must visit restaurants.  Bob has taught the history of the Catholic Church for a dozen years and might have a story or two to share about Rome and the Saints.   If you are interested in the trip, please contact the Parish office at:  (907)  273-1550.

World Youth Day Fundraiser:  We are  beginning preparations for our next WYD which will be in Krakow Poland in 2016. The main fundraiser for WYD for St. Benedict youth is our 7 course Italian dinners.  On Saturday, Feb. 28 at 6 PM, in the basement of St. Benedict, the youth and young adults will be preparing a 7 course Italian feast.  Tickets will be on sale at the door but we would appreciate if you would call or email Bob McMorrow with your numbers so we can have a good estimate.  Cost is $30, wine is included.  AND… make sure you bring a good appetite.

Please continue to remember our faculty and students in prayer.

God Bless,

Principal Harmon

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Principal’s Report 01/16/2015

Dear Lumen Family:

I hope each of you enjoyed a wonderful Christmas break! It’s been a very busy first two weeks of school; however, I believe the students and teachers are finally settled in for the new semester. Please note the activities below…

Martin Luther King, Jr.:  The school will be closed on Monday, January 19 in observance of this important national holiday.

Lumen Christi Gala: This fun filled evening will be on February 7, so mark your calendars. Tickets are on sale now…Individual tickets are $85, family tables of 8 are $600 and corporate tables are $1000. Come and spend a night celebrating and supporting Catholic education. You can call the school office at 245-9231 to purchase tickets. Help us make this the best Gala ever!

Memory Pages for Seniors: The yearbook team is working on the memory pages for the Senior Students. Memory pages are exclusive for Seniors and are not included in the regular purchase price of $60. We noticed that only a few parents bought this additional page and we are making a call to offer it for purchase until January 30. Please contact Antje Carlson at acarlson@lumenchristiak.org or drop by her classroom after school if you are interested in buying the $100 Memory Page. 

Senior Photo: We also need to receive the Senior Photos. The final deadline for the submission is January 30. f we do not receive the Senior photo by January 30, we will put the regular school photo onto the Senior Page.

2nd Semester Class Changes: Today is the deadline for all 2nd Semester class change requests.  Please submit requests to Mr. Harmon (jharmon@lumenchristiak.org).

Associated Builders and Contractors Craft Championships: Careers in the trades is a good career choice for some, and this is a very good opportunity for high school students and their parents to see craft in action. The competitors are ABS of Alaska Apprentices and they will be competing in many trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, hvac, sheet metal, and electrical. It is free of charge and we hope to see Lumen families at the event. The event is tomorrow (Saturday, January 17) from 8 AM – 1 PM at the American Fast Freight, 5025 Van Buren Street in Anchorage. Bring the family and watch the excitement build!

Music Lessons: We’ve received interested in students who may wish to learn how to play the piano or celtic/folk harp. Although we don’t currently offer these classes at Lumen, please contact Mr. Harmon at jharmon@lumenchristiak.org and he will provide you contact information for community members who instruct in these areas.

Knights of Columbus Prayer Event: There will be an international prayer service held on January 24, 2015 at the downtown cemetery. For more information, please contact Knight John Lopetrone at lptrnak@outlook.com . 

PVO Help Wanted:  PVO is looking for a few volunteers to take over some very important jobs. Please consider one of these positions…if you have additional questions, please contact Gail Grafton for more information.

• Gala Lead Procurement Caller: Shadow Mrs. Novcaski this year to learn Procurement and take over for next year’s Gala.
• PVO Vice-President: Shadow Gail Grafton and eventually take over as PVO President.
• Craft Bazaar Helper(s): Help Michell Goodwin, the Craft Bazaar Chair, organize the volunteers, secure vendors, and run this important fundraising event.
• Library Help: The school library is looking for one or more parents who could post books for sale on our Amazon website and then drop them at the post office when they sell. This could easily be done from home at whatever pace fits with their schedules. For more information, contact Ruth Marchetti at RMarchetti@lumenchristiak.org.

Lumen Christi Scarves: The Senior class is selling scarves to help fundraise for graduation. They are on sale for $25 each, please see Ms. Brewer if you’d like to purchase one.

Holy Rosary Drama:  HRA’s production of “The School for Scandal” by Richard Brinsley Sheridan will be at St. Patrick’s Parish Hall on January 23 at noon and 7 PM.  There is also a dinner show on January 24 at 6 PM and a regular show later in the evening at 7 PM.  Ticket prices are $4 for students, $7 for general admission, and $25 for the dinner show.  Please call the HRA at 276-5822 or e-mail diciero@hraak.com to RSVP.

Box Tops: Thank you for those who have turned in Box Tops! There is a collection box by the front office, so let keep turning them in.

Parent Share Hours: Have you updated your parent share hours lately? If not, feel free to stop by the office to enter your hours OR you may also email Mrs. Estes at lchs@lumenchristiak.org and she will gladly enter them for you. If you have any questions about your parent share hours, just give us a call.

Safe Environment Training and Background Checks: Each parent who volunteers at our school should take the time to complete the online safe environment training and complete the paperwork for a background check. If you have questions or are unsure of your status on each of these, please contact Mrs. Estes.

Sports Department News: Jr. High volleyball has their first rally tonight, starting at 4 PM and Lumen plays at 6 PM and then again at 7 PM. Our HS Basketball teams have games this Monday, January 19. The girls play at 6 PM followed by the boys at 7:30 PM.

Parent Volunteer Organization (PVO): Please visit the Lumen Christi page on the VolunteerSpot website to sign up for volunteer opportunities: http://www.volunteerspot.com/Group/151523700124#!/show .

Here are some important upcoming events:

1/25-30:          Catholic Schools Week

2/6:                  Archangel Attic First Friday

2/7:                  GALA!

2/23:               Spring Academic Awards

3/3:                  PVO Meeting, tentative

3/6:                  Archangel Attic First Friday

3/9-13:            Spring Break

Please remember our faculty and students in prayer during this new semester.

God Bless,

Mr. Harmon, Principal

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