The Weekly News contains both NEW! entries for this week, as well as other important information that has been provided before, but still relevant.
FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE
NEW!
We are excited to welcome all our students back to school this week! My God bless our year together.
2025-26 Student Handbook
The updated student handbook for 2025-26 has been added to our website: https://www.racinelutheran.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/RLHS-Student-Handbook-2025-26.pdf.
Please take time before the school year begins to review our school policies and procedures.
**Student Parking**
Students who have paid for and received a parking pass will be notified to come pick it up during school office hours before the first day of school. You will also need to fill out a vehicle registration form.
There are a limited number of parking passes available that will be distributed on a first paid, first served basis.
SENIORS!
RLHS VOLUNTEER/FAMILY SERVICE HOURS
Every family is expected to volunteer at least 20 hours of service each school year (July 1-June 30) to directly benefit RLHS. PLEASE NOTE- RLHS student responsibilities, commitments, and expectations that are part of a sport or club (NHS, Student Council, Student Ambassadors, team events) do not count toward the 20 RLHS service hours.
GET A HEAD-START ON VOLUNTEER HOURS!
Thrift Shop Service Hours
We ask that six of those hours are spent volunteering at our Thrift Shop. The Thrift Shop is open Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays and is looking for help during morning shifts (10 a.m.-1 p.m.) and afternoon shifts (1 p.m.- 4 p.m.). Students, parents, grandparents, and friends of RLHS are needed to sort, clean, price and display merchandise and work in the store. One adult and one student, or two adults, are needed for each shift. SATURDAY VOLUNTEERS ARE ESPECIALLY NEEDED!
Schedule Service Hours with the Thrift Shop at 1222 Lathrop Ave.
To sort, clean, price and/or help with incoming donations – call Pat Hellenberg 262.498.8851. To help with checkout/cashier – call Barb Tertel 262.632.1070.
Schedule Service Hours with MORE Thrift Shop at 1228 Lathrop Ave.
Call Peggy Groth 262.498.2161 or Judy Lamers 262.321.4095.
Service Hours Bonuses
Once your family completes 20 hours, your student will receive a gift certificate for a free lunch at RLHS! Additionally, at the end of the school year, the three families with the most volunteer hours will be awarded a $50 credit to their RLHS school account, which can be applied toward various expenses such as lunch balance, athletic fee, yearbook, parking pass, and more!
Reminder!
Here is the link to log your service hours https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E4574&id=13.
FROM THE ADMISSIONS OFFICE
NEW!
New Student Orientation is TONIGHT!!!
We are excited to welcome our incoming 9th-grade students and new transfer students in grades 10 and 11. The evening will include an informational session, a mini school day experience, and time to practice opening lockers!
ORIENTATION DETAILS:
- Date: Monday, August 11
- Doors Open: 5:45 p.m. — Please arrive no later than 6:15 p.m. to ensure students can check in and have their photo taken before the presentation begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Parking: Please plan ahead—parking may be limited during large events.
- Location: Event Entrance near the new gym.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
- This event is specifically for new students and their parents/guardians.
- Please note that the program is designed for older students, so we kindly ask that you make childcare arrangements for younger children.
WHAT TO EXPECT UPON ARRIVAL:
Parents/Guardians should go directly to the new gym. Students will:
- Check in and receive their welcome packets.
- Complete important orientation stations and then join the larger group in the gym.
OPTIONAL LOCKER SET-UP:
Students are welcome to bring items to personalize their lockers. Ideas might include:
- Magnetic decorations
- Shelving inserts
- Other small organizational items
HOT LUNCH REMINDER:
Families interested in participating in the school hot lunch program during the first days of school are encouraged to:
- Bring cash or a check to make a deposit in the secure lockbox at the Main Office during Orientation, or
- Make a JMC lunch account deposit online before school starts (please note that processing fees apply for card payments).
NEW CRUSADER APPAREL SALE:
Fresh RLHS gear has arrived! Check out our brand-new hoodies, crewnecks, and t-shirts—available in a variety of sizes and colors. Cash and card accepted. Show your Crusader pride in style!
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Prices:
- T-shirts – $20
- Crewnecks – $30
- Hoodies – $35
WRAP UP:
Orientation will conclude around 9:00 p.m.
We are so glad you are part of the Crusader family and can’t wait to see you soon!
Blessings,
Mrs. Fox
FROM THE ATHLETIC OFFICE
NEW!
*Just a reminder, Athletes must be in school all day to practice or participate in games.
Exceptions for school-sponsored field trips, college visits, funerals, doctor’s appointments, etc. may be granted by the Athletic Director. In the case of a doctor’s appointment, a signed release by the doctor may be required.
*Important Dates to Remember
August 11 – Girls Golf Practice Begins
August 12 – Girls Tennis Practice Begins
August 18 – Cross Country, Girls Volleyball, and Boys Soccer Practice Begins
*We need lots of parental help during Fall season! Please check out the new link to sign up to volunteer. We still have spots to fill for this Fall’s events!
Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com: Fall Volunteer Sign Up.
We’re using SignUp.com (the leading online SignUp and reminder tool) to organize our upcoming SignUps.
Here’s how it works in 3 easy steps:
- 1) Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com: Fall Volunteer Sign Up.
- 2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
- 3) Sign up! It’s Easy – you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com.
Note: SignUp.com does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact Mr. Shaffer, and he can sign you up manually.
*It is time to get ready for Fall Sports! Athletes cannot begin participation in practice until students are registered for their sport. To get a registration card, all the following must be turned in to the Athletic Office.
*Participation requirements – Athletes cannot begin participation in practices until students are registered for their sport. In order to get a registration card, all the following must be turned in to the Athletic Office:
- 1) A physical exam is required of all student-athletes for the first and third year of high school participation.
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- 1a) An alternate year card is required of all student-athletes for the second year that their physical is in good standing.
- 2) Sign and return the Lutheran High Athletics Agreement Form and the Concussion and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Information and Acknowledgement Form which includes the Lutheran High Athletics Policies, WIAA Policies, the Metro Classic Conference Sportsmanship guidelines, the Ascension All Saints Athletic Training Consent for Care and Treatment, and student/parent concussion information. Please read the Athletic Handbook prior to signing this form.
- 3) Pay Participation Fee – These fees are used to offset some of the cost for transportation, officials, and equipment. The participation fee is $150 per season with a cap of $450 per year for a family. This fee does not cover the cost of hats, socks, etc.
All forms can be found on the Racine Lutheran website at RacineLutheran.org. Click “Athletics” and print out the appropriate forms. All forms need to be turned in once per school year.
AGAIN, PLAYERS MAY NOT PARTICIPATE IN PRACTICE UNTIL ALL FORMS AND FEES HAVE BEEN TURNED IN TO THE ATHLETIC OFFICE.
If you have any questions regarding registration, please reach out to Mr. Shaffer at sshaffer@racinelutheran.org Once again, all of these forms are online at Athletic Registration Forms.
COUNSELOR’S CORNER
ONLINE Dual-credit courses
Students planning to take ONLINE Dual-credit courses with either Concordia University Wisconsin (CUW) or Grand Canyon University (GCU) are responsible for submitting their application to the program of their choice. Once accepted, you will work with that college representative to register for the classes you want to take. Once you’re registered, please confirm with Mrs. Juga which courses you will be taking. Information about courses and links to the applications are available through the Guidance Office Google Classroom.
(Note: Dual-credit courses taken here at RLHS, such as Spanish or AP Biology, have their own application procedures which will be provided by your teachers once school starts.)
See or call Mrs. Juga with questions.
TRAVEL NEWS
Trip to England, France, Belgium & Germany
Mr. Gasau will be leading a trip to Europe in June of 2026 to study World War II and Western European culture. All stakeholders (students, alumni, parents, supporters) of RLHS are invited to sign up and go on this once-in-a-lifetime trip. Please contact Mr. Gasau at ngasau@RacineLutheran.org or 262-488-3061if you have any questions.
Below is the link for the tour page. www.eftours.com/2754634ME. Please contact Mr. Gasau at ngasau@RacineLutheran.org or 262-488-3061 if you have any questions.
Trip to England, France, Belgium & Germany (see website for detailed itinerary)
- Day 1: Fly overnight to England
- Day 2: London
- Day 3: London
- Day 4: London – Portsmouth – Normandy region
- Day 5: Normandy region D
- Day 6: Normandy region – Rouen – Paris
- Day 7: Paris
- Day 8: Paris – Bastogne
- Day 9: Bastogne – Cologne – Berlin
- Day 10: Berlin
- Day 11: Depart for home
Trip to Iceland
We’re thrilled to share that Racine Lutheran High School is heading to Iceland in Summer 2027, and we’d love for your student to join us!
This is an incredible opportunity for students to explore new places, experience different cultures, and gain lifelong skills like independence and confidence.
Please contact Mrs. Duchac rduchac@RacineLutheran.org if you have any questions.
