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
NEW
It is Homecoming Week! The student council has done a great job of planning a fun week of activities. Please help your student check the calendar of events so they don’t miss out on the experience!
FROM THE ADMISSIONS OFFICE
Looking Ahead – RLHS Open House
The school year may have just begun, but we’re already planning for the future!
If you plan to enroll new students at RLHS for the 2027–2028 school year, we invite you and your student to join us for our Open House.
RLHS Open House – Wednesday, October 14 | 5–7 p.m.
This is a drop-in event for prospective students and families — no registration required! Families can tour the building, meet teachers, coaches, staff, and students, and pick up enrollment folders.
We encourage you to share this invitation with other families who may be interested in becoming part of our Crusader community!
RLHS HARVEST FAIR is coming on Saturday, November 7 – Save the Date!
Many volunteer parents are needed to make this annual event happen. Also, donations and vendors are needed. What kind of donations are we looking for? To sell in our own booths: home-canned goods, fresh produce, handicrafts (any type of handmade things), antiques & collectibles, sports memorabilia, new/like-new handbags, household helpers, plants, bakery, books, and more. For details on volunteering, donations, and vendor registration, go to our website at https://www.racinelutheran.org/harvest-fair/ or email jporter@racinelutheran.org or call the school office 262-637-6538.
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
NEW
Event Workers Needed this Thursday Night: Concessions- 2 people from 4:45- 6:30pm; Scorebook JV – 1 person at 4:45pm; Scorebook JV2 – 1 person at 4:45pm, Line Judge Varsity – 1 person at 6:15pm, Scorebook Varsity – 1 person at 6:15pm, and Concessions – 1 person from 6:30 – 8:15pm.
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
College Fairs are Coming Up!
- The National College Fair will be in Milwaukee on Sunday, September 27th from 11-2pm at State Fair Park. More info is available at: 2026 NACAC National College Fair – Milwaukee
- The Wisconsin Education Fair is hosting several events this fall, the closest of which is at Carthage College on Tuesday, October 13th from 9am-11am. For a list of schools and more details, go to their website: https://www.wefs.org/
- The Christian College Fair will also be in our area this fall, the closest to us will be on Monday, October 12th at Kenosha Christian Life School. More information at: https://www.findyourchristiancollege.com/college-fairs?state=Wisconsin
- (Note: Pre-Registration for any of these Fairs is Highly Recommended for your own convenience!)
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.
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.
