The Saints’ Sentinel

Salem Lutheran School Newsletter – October 2025

School News

πŸ“Έ Picture Day – October 2. Order photos after proofs are emailed. Retakes on November 5. Preschoolers not scheduled that day may come to the church entrance between 8:30–10:00 a.m. for photos.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Parent/Teacher Conferences (5–8) – Sept. 30, Oct. 2 & 6. Sign up here.

🎩 Caps for Kids – October 15. Donate $1+ and wear your favorite cap to support kids with cancer.

πŸ“… No School – Oct. 3 (In-service, MAP testing review), Oct. 16–17 (WELS Teachers Conference), Oct. 31 (In-service).

🏫 School Board Open Meeting

October 14 | 6:30 p.m. | Church Sanctuary

Topics: Preschool, music, continuous enrollment, security, and more. Come stay informed and ask questions directly to the Board.

πŸ—£οΈ Introducing Table Talks

Practical Parenting Rooted in God’s Truth

October 23 | 6:00 p.m. | Childcare Provided

Topic: Digital Safety, Literacy & AI. Join us for a faith-based conversation to explore today’s parenting challenges and connect with other parents.

πŸŽƒ Trunk or Treat – October 26, 4–6 p.m. Wear fun, non-scary costumes.

πŸ‘Ά PK–4 Conferences – Oct. 27–31. Sign-ups coming soon.

✝️ Reformation Games – October 29. Students celebrate Martin Luther through engaging activities: the Luther Seal, the 95 Theses, indulgences, and Luther translating the Bible.

Sports Update

Disc Golf – Our A-team took 1st and our B-teams took 1st and 2nd at the last meet.

Cross Country – Competed in their first meet and many placed.

Volleyball – Playing well with many young players. They recently won their first match of the season. Excited to see their growth. Thank you to our dedicated coaches and supportive parents!

Upcoming Events

Ways to Support Salem

πŸŽ“ Scholarship Fund – Salem has an Endowment Fund that lowers the cost of education for families in need. With growth, we hope to lower tuition for all families. Consider giving to the Tuition Assistance Endowment Fund today!

🀝 Referral Program – Refer a family and earn $200 tuition credit per referral.

🏷️ Box Tops for Education – Download the app at boxtops4education.com.

πŸ’³ Raise Right – Enroll at raiseright.com/enroll with code 2241AD6C1445.

♻️ Recycling Programs – Drop off aluminum cans (athletics) and pop tabs (Ronald McDonald House).

πŸ™ Prayer Corner

One of the greatest gifts you can give is prayer. Please keep Salem’s students, staff, and families in your prayers this school year.