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
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It is National Lutheran Schools Week! We celebrate this week our school and all our schools across our Synod who proclaim the Word of God daily to our students while providing an excellent education. On Tuesday, we will join with our other Racine area Lutheran schools for a combined assembly with over 1000 students attending from those schools.
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Dates to Remember
- January 26 – Junior Night 6:00pm
- January 26 – 30 Lutheran Schools Week
- February 7 – Grand Gala
FROM THE ADMISSIONS OFFICE
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Attention Current RLHS 9th, 10th, and 11th Grade Families: Re-enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year opens February 2! Please review the attached document for important details on the re-enrollment process for both Private Pay and Racine Parental Choice Program (RPCP) students.
SENIORS
Attention seniors and parents!!! Herff Jones is our provider for all things graduation. If you or your senior would like to purchase senior (Class of 26) apparel whether it is clothing or jewelry, Herff Jones has you covered. Below is the link to shop and purchase whatever you want. On a side note, DO NOT ORDER CAPS AND GOWNS. YOUR SENIOR WILL BE MEASURED IN SCHOOL AND WE WILL ORDER THE CAP AND GOWN.
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GRAND GALA
Today is the LAST day to register for our Grand Gala on Saturday, Feb. 7. You can purchase tickets on our website: https://www.racinelutheran.org/gala/.
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.
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 ATHLETIC OFFICE
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Here are volunteer spots that still need to be filled for this week
Tuesday January 27th: Admission Gate – 1 person from 3:45 – 5:15pm; Admission Gate – 1 person from 6:30 – 7:45pm; Concessions – 3 people from 7:00 – 8:30pm.
Thursday January 29th: Concessions – 2 people from 5:15 – 7:00pm; Concessions – 1 person from 7:00pm – 8:30pm. To sign up, just follow this link: Winter Sign Up.
This Tuesday night, our Boys Basketball team will host Racine St. Cat’s, and we are expecting our largest crowd of the season. Because of this, we have placed a limit on the total number of tickets available to ensure we do not exceed our gym’s capacity. If you plan to attend, the best way to guarantee entry is to purchase your tickets in advance. Tickets are available through the GoFan app. Simply search for Racine Lutheran to find the game. At this time, approximately 3/8 of the allotted tickets have already been sold. We wanted to give everyone a heads-up so there are no surprises at the door. Our goal is to avoid a situation where fans arrive expecting to purchase tickets at the gate, only to find the game is sold out. Thank you for your support, and we hope to see you Tuesday night!
Just a reminder to our students who are attending games, all students should show their school ID when checking in at the Admission Gate. If you do not have your school ID, you will need to wait at the Admission Gate until the Game Manager can verify that you are a Racine Lutheran Student. Martin Luther and Racine St. Catherine’s also has the policy that all students entering their events must have a school ID including their opponents schools. So please keep your school ID on you when attending Athletic Events.
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 is required.
Here’s how it works in 3 easy steps:
- Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com: Winter Sign Up.
- Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
- 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 me and I can sign you up manually.
*Game schedules are on the online school calendar which can be found here. Or click on the “Calendar” link on the school website. You may also sign up for notifications from the calendar site which will alert you to upcoming contests and schedule changes. Coaches contact information is also found on the calendar site.
*Our spirit wear page is on the school website. Look for the spirit wear link on our website. There will be a code at the top of the page for the latest deal for the week.
COUNSELOR’S CORNER
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** TONIGHT IS JUNIOR NIGHT **
Juniors– it’s time to start planning for Senior Year and Beyond! Juniors and their Parents/Guardians should plan to attend Junior Academic Night TONIGHT 1/26 at 6:00. Your counselor will guide the discussion about What Happens After High-School to help ensure everyone understands the college search and application process.
US NAVAL ACADEMY ADMISSIONS FORUM:
Students and their families are invited to attend a U.S. Naval Academy Admissions Event in Milwaukee on Saturday 2/21/26. This is a unique opportunity to learn more about the Naval Academy, student experience, and the admissions process. You will also be able to meet your Regional Director of Admissions, Admissions Counselor, Blue & Gold Officer, ROTC Recruitment Coordinator, and Congressional Staff members. For more info & to register: USNA Admissions MKE
UW-Madison’s Badger Precollege and Summer Scholar programs
ALL Students are invited to participate in a variety of residential, commuter and online programs designed to inspire high school students in various subjects and interests. Registration is open now – act quickly as classes fill fast. More information at: Badger Precollege
ACT Boot Camp
All Juniors will take the ACT in March. Students wanting to perform their best should consider attending one of the Wisconsin Test Prep courses – two of which are offered at locations here in Racine. See the https://www.wisconsintestprep.com/ website for more information and to register for the location & dates of your choice.
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.
As required by DPI, we are providing you with the access to the current report cards, as well as education options in our area. The report cards are attached. Here are the links.
