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!
Please note the upcoming testing/virtual days:
April 10–Freshman testing day–all other students virtual
April 17–Sophomore testing day–all other students virtual.
April 17–Sophomore testing day–all other students virtual.
Please make sure students who are testing are at school on time. Once the test has been started we cannot admit late students into the test. The tests should be completed by around 11:15 and students are free to go at that time. Students who miss or are late will need to miss regular class time to complete testing.
Students who are attending virtually that day will have instructions from their individual teachers. In most cases this will involve a Google Meet and students must log in with their camera on to be marked present.
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.
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
NEW!
Thursday, May 7th will be our spring signing date during activity time. All Seniors who plan on playing sports at the collegiate level and would like to sign that day are eligible to participate in the signing ceremony. Please let Mr. Shaffer know that you are interested in participating.
Transportation – We are not able to get a school bus to transport our students to their athletic events until 5:00pm at the earliest. When spring athletic events start at 4:30pm, that makes transportation very difficult to book. If you would like to help with carpooling some of the student-athletes to their games, please contact Mr. Shaffer. Girls Soccer and Softball are the two biggest sports in spring that use carpooling to get to some away events. But every now and then JV Baseball, Baseball, and Track might need some help. Again, if you are interested and available to help us out, please contact Mr. Shaffer at sshaffer@racinelutheran.org.
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
NEW!
Seniors!
keep applying for those $cholarships – watch the due dates – each one is different. Please continue checking the Guidance Office Google Classroom for dozens of $cholarship opportunities – new ones are added often!
Senior Parents!
Did you know that your students have access to dozens of $cholarship opportunities in the Guidance Office Google Classroom! Remind them to keep applying!!
STEM Endorsement
Seniors are reminded that earning your STEM Endorsement as part of graduation will require your EXPERIENCE Proposal & Hours Log to be turned in by the due date. Refer to the Guidance Office Google Classroom for the forms. See Mrs. Juga with questions.
FBI Milwaukee Teen Academy
Students ages 15-18 interested in learning about a future career in law enforcement are invited to apply for the FBI Milwaukee Teen Academy, which is a 3-day educational experience happening this summer. The Teen Academy is presented by local, state, and federal law enforcement partners and FBI personnel and includes both classroom training and practical exercises. For more information and a link to the application: https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/milwaukee/community-outreach#Teen%20Academy.
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.
