The Weekly News contains both NEW! entries for this week, as well as other important information that has been provided before, but still relevant.
“The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth.” Ps 145:18
FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE
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Thank you for a great first week! We are looking forward to working with our students and families throughout the 2026-2027 school year. Please “Call on Him” and pray for our staff and students regularly!
FROM THE ADMISSIONS OFFICE
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VOTE FOR RLHS — Best Private School in Best of Racine County!
We would be so grateful for your vote! Your support celebrates the incredible students, staff, families, and community who make Racine Lutheran High School so special.
Every vote truly makes a difference!
Thank you for supporting RLHS and helping us shine!
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!
FROM THE ATHLETIC OFFICE
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Event Workers Needed this Friday Night: 1 Person for Admission Gate from 6:00 – 8:00pm; 2 People for Chain Gang from 6:30 – End of Game Sign the sign up link below to help.
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:
- Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com: Fall Volunteer 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 Mr. Shaffer, and he can sign you up manually.
*Tickets are currently available to all our home athletic events on the Racine Lutheran Athletic Website. Click here to purchase your tickets: Racine Lutheran Athletic Website.
Coaching Positions Available at Racine Lutheran
We are currently seeking passionate and dedicated coaches to join our athletics program for the upcoming school year.
Open positions include:
- Girls JV Basketball Head Coach
- Girls Soccer Varsity Head Coach
- Girls/Boys Wrestling Head Coach
If you or someone you know is interested in making a positive impact on student-athletes through education-based athletics, please contact Steve Shaffer at sshaffer@racinelutheran.org to request an application.
*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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Seniors interested in taking the ACT again to improve their scores should consider signing up for an upcoming ACT Test Date ASAP to ensure your new scores are ready for your college applications. Register for the test date and location of your choice at: https://www.act.org/.
Now that schedules have been released, please note the following Policy from the RLHS Student Handbook: Course changes will not be considered in cases involving teacher, time, or social contact preferences. Any schedule change requires parental approval and may need approval from instructors and/or administration. Schedule change requests will only be considered if they are in compliance with this RLHS Policy.
Military Academy & Marquette ROTC Joint Information Session
Students are invited to learn about West Point, life as a Cadet, and the application process during an Information meeting on Wednesday, August 26th at 5:30pm at Cudahy Hall in Milwaukee. Space is limited, so secure your spot to learn more: REGISTER HERE! as soon as possible.
TRAVEL NEWS
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.
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SUMMER of 2008, Art Tour of Italy
Open to students, alumni and supporters!
Walk through history, taste fine cuisine and experience Italy’s timeless beauty.
Questions can be directed to mrskomorowski@racinelutheran.org.
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As required by the Department of Public Instruction, the RLHS Board of Directors will be available to meet with interested people on Monday, November 16, 2026 and Monday, January 18, 2027, at 6pm in the Learning Center.
