Dear Parents,

The St. John's family is saddened at the death of former student Katie Springer, who graduated in 1998. Katie died in an automobile accident last weekend. Many of you knew Katie as a great student at St. John's and active in many of our church's youth and young adult events. Please keep her family in your prayers as they deal with this difficult loss. May God grant them His strength and peace, and remind them of Katie's eternal reward in heaven!

Congratulations to the 5th & 6th grade girls' basketball teams. The white and blue team made it to the finals of the Our Savior Lutheran Tournament last weekend. The white team won the championship and the blue team got second place. Also, congratulations to our Math Team from St. John's (Allison FitzGerald, Libby Francke, Justin Kaung, Marielle Grigsby-Rocca, and Kevin Cardey) for their third place finish at the Justin Sienna Math Competition last Saturday.

In a week, you will be receiving a parent survey in the mail. This survey is part of our accreditation process. It asks for some basic family data and then asks for your feedback in a number of areas. Please take the time to fill this out and return it sealed in a provided envelope to your child's teacher or the school office. Though information is asked about your family, these surveys are anonymous. We are trying to get as close to 100% return on these surveys as possible.

Chapel offerings to date have raised $1,246.95. Contributions through chapel offerings for the hurricane victims will continue thru November 10th. Thank you for your continued support!

1. School Pictures: School pictures were delivered last week. If you were absent or need to redo your pictures, make-up day will be on Wednesday, November 10th. Please remember to return your original order and, if you are having pictures taken for the first time, please bring in your order form.
2. 5-6 Girls Basketball: Both St. John's girls' teams participated in a basketball tournament hosted by Our Savior, Livermore, this past Saturday. Both won their first two games and met each other in the championship game. In overtime, our White team came out on top to claim first place. Congratulations to both teams (White & Blue) for a job well done!
3. Science Fair: A reminder that you should be well on your way with your science project. You need to have them turned in by December 3rd.
4. Get On Track: If you would like to order addition T-shirts and/or hats, stop by the school office to pick up an order form. T-shirts are $10.00 and hats are $5.00. Checks should be made payable to St. John's Lutheran School.
5. Poster Sales: The runner poster from Get on Track will continue to be on sale in the school office. For $20 you can support our school and have an inspirational piece of art for your wall!
6. Coffee Time: SJLS parent Jason Hebert will be offering specialty coffees and yummy baked goods at the Eagle Rock Cafe (gym) on Fridays from 7:30-9:00ish. Come enjoy a cup o' joe and support SJLS APT! Jason's company, Raising the Bar, is donating 10% of proceeds to APT! Thanks Jason!
7. Missing Library Books: If you have any past due library books that belong to St. John's Lutheran School, please return them to the school office as soon as possible. There will be no late fee. We have many books showing outstanding and would like to complete the library.
8. Church Women United Clothing Center: Church Women United Clothing Center provides free clothing to needy families who have been referred to the Clothing Center by social service agencies, schools, and churches. They are in need of your good used clothing, shoes and linens. Items may be brought to Room 10. Napa County residents may access the Center once every two or three months depending on the volume of clothing available. Please, no furniture, dishes, toys, or other household items. Items most needed are clothes for children & babies, children's school shoes & socks, men's clothing, blankets & linens. There will be a special collection this week will be for coats and sweaters. Please be sure to mark on your box or bag CWU. Thank you for your support!
9. Target Family Matinees: The Napa Valley Symphony will be offering free concert tickets to children ages 8-18 for the 2004-2005 concert series. Parents may reserve a free ticket for one child with each adult ticket purchased. For more information, visit www.napavalleysymphony.org or call 226-8742 and mention the "Target Family Matinee" special offer.
10. Little League: Sign ups for the Napa Little League 2005 Spring Baseball Season will be on
    

    	November 6th from 12 pm-3pm
    	December 11th from 11 am – 3 pm

    at the Royce Hall Complex at Garfield Park (view map). Boys and girls who will be 6 through 15 years old on July 31, 2005 are eligible. Flyers were sent home this week and there are more in the office. For information please call 257-2684 or go to napalittleleague.org.
11. Lost & Found: Parents please go to room 10 and check for lost clothing. It is amazing how full the bins are. All items left unclaimed at our Thanksgiving break will be turned over to charity. Also, please remember to place your child's name on all jackets, sweatshirts, sweaters, etc. If we can locate a name, we will return it to your child.
12. The Scoop From Scrip: Over the past two weeks we have mailed out the Raley's Quality of Life cards. This card is to be used at Raley's or Nob Hill stores. Simply present your card at the register and a percentage of the sale comes back to St. John's. If you did not receive a card and would like one, please stop by the school office. Make sure you pick one up for neighbors and family members.
    
    Scrip is the easiest way to raise money for our APT. Everyone, whether you are signed up for tuition discount or not, buys groceries. All the grocery stores help with the Scrip program in one way or another. You can stop by the school office and buy Scrip for Browns Valley Market (5%), Vallergas (5%), Raley’s/Nob Hill (Quality of Life card & Encompass Card), Ralph's (Encompass Card), Alberton's, (Preferred card & Encompass Card) Safeway (e-Scrip & Encompass card) and Costco (Encompass Card). Let’s make a commitment to help our school reach their goals so that our children can benefit.
    
    We are now at the halfway point for your Scrip commitment. Letters will be going out soon to those who are behind schedule.
    
    Holiday Orders: If you are wanting bulk orders for certain vendors for your holiday gift giving, please give us at least 3 weeks notice. Sometimes we have it in stock, but many times we don't have the large quantities needed, so please plan ahead!
13. From the Minister to Youth and Children:
    
    7th and 8th Graders: If you are going with us on the "Youth Quake", don't forget that we meet next Friday, November 12th, at 5:30 pm to leave. Make sure that you have your Parental Consent Form signed by one of your parents and don't forget to bring your money and your Bible. Any questions, please call Steve at 255-7451.