Monday, November 25
8:45 am Parent Prayer
Tuesday, November 26
Wednesday, November 27
Thursday, November 28
Friday, November 29
9:05 am Late Start
9:15 am K – gr. 8 Chapel
Hot Lunch
Looking Ahead…
Monday, December 2
8:45 am Parent Prayer
Tuesday, December 3
Wednesday, December 4
Term 1 Reports Issued
Thursday, December 5
Friday, December 6
9:05 am Late Start
9:15 am K – gr. 8 Chapel
Hot Lunch
Volunteer Opportunities – 2024/2025 School Year
1. Christmas Church Decorating – Wednesday, November 27, 6:00 – 9:00 pm – Parents are invited to assist the church with Christmas decorating in the Elementary School Campus foyer. A soup & sandwich dinner will be provided at 6:00 pm, prior to decorating.
2. Packaging Hamper Boxes – Friday, December 13, 9:00 am, 4-5 parent volunteers are needed to package hamper boxes in the Connection Room.
Contact Lisa if you are able to help with these opportunities above at .
Christmas Concert Dates
Our students are gearing up and practicing in preparation for our Christmas Concert on December 17 and 18th. Students will be performing on one night only.
On Tuesday night: Grades KA, 1A, 1B, 3A, 4A, 5A, 6A, and 7A will be performing.
On Wednesday night: Grades KB, 2, 3B, 4B, 5B, 6/7B, and 8 will be performing.
More details on what students will wear and times will be coming closer to the date.
Advent Season at Hope
As we head into this season of advent, it is our desire that families would spend time thinking, praying, and reflecting on the journey to the manger. To this end, please note that we are going to intentionally reduce the amount of homework that your child will have for the month of December. It is our hope that this will help create time for families to spend focusing on the birth of Jesus. If you are looking for a resource to help guide your time, you are welcome to use the Focus On the Family resource below:
In this free devotional download, you’ll find daily Bible readings, thought-provoking devotions, heartfelt prayers, and a printable Christmas craft to do with your children.
K-GR.3 INFO: BC Training and Education Savings Program Grant
Parents/guardians of students in kindergarten through Grade 3 please see THIS LETTER as your child may be eligible for a one-time $1,200 BC Training and Education Savings Grant for their post-secondary education or training.
Tri-Cities Rotary Clubs Free Event
The Tri Cities Rotary Clubs are organizing a free presentation as part of their mental health speaker series.
The presentation is taking place on Tuesday, November 26th from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Douglas College Coquitlam and the topic is called Balls of Energy: Using modern neuroscience to help caregivers and children manage emotions together.
Description: Learn how to interpret the shifts in energy and emotions in your child’s life and the neuroscience behind what is happening. Use this knowledge to support your child better when overwhelmed by big feelings so you can calm down or energize together to create a happier home or classroom.
To register for this event, please go to: https://www.mentalhealthspeakerseries.com/
Dough Raiser fundraiser with Cobs Bread
Are you looking to purchase bread or treats from the Oxford location of Cobs Bread? Anyone who buys something at the Oxford Cobs Bread location just has to say they are a part of Hope Lutheran Christian School and 5% of their total transaction gets put aside for our school. This is an ongoing fundraiser.
Hope Lutheran Umbrellas
We have official Hope Lutheran Christian School umbrellas for sale! These are amazing umbrellas with an extra large canopy for maximum coverage. They sell for $25 each, and are available to purchase from either school office.
Hope Lutheran Church Happenings
Service of Lament, Prayer and Praise
Observing the Loss of Children through Miscarriage and Stillbirth
Wednesday, December 4th, 7:00 pm
Life brings losses, but sometimes we don’t find spaces where we can name and grieve them and seek comfort in the midst of our community of faith. At Hope we wish to provide this space where we can come together to name our grief and pain, to bring before the Lord, to praise His name and receive Comfort, Hope and Peace from His Word.
Our First Service of Lament, Prayer and Praise will focus on those who are going or have been through the loss of children through miscarriage and stillbirth, as well as all who desire to show support to grieving families. If you feel comfortable to do so, you can send Pastor Lucas the name (of the baby or of the family) you’d like to be mentioned during the Service (even if you choose not to attend the Service).
The Special Service will happen Wednesday, December 4th at 7:00 pm at the Church. If you or someone you know has experienced the loss of a child, feel free to invite them to this unique service dealing with real grief and God’s real comfort in Christ. All are welcome to join us in support of those who deal with difficult moments in their lives.
Hope Lutheran Junior Youth
Junior Youth is a ministry of Hope Lutheran Church for students in Grades 5 – 8, connecting students with Jesus and one another.
Have questions? Please email Daniel ()
Blessings to you and your family from the Junior Youth Ministry Team!
PTL/Community Relations News
November 14, 2024 PTL Meeting Minutes
Attending PTL meetings is a great way to connect with the rest of the school community and stay in the loop of important PTL events. The PTL Meeting Minutes Nov 14-24 is ready for your review. If you would like to access the meeting recording, please kindly send your request to .
Parent Prayer
You are invited and welcome to join other parents and our school administration to pray (even if you’ve never prayed before!). Please consider setting aside 30 minutes of your time at the beginning of each week to join us for Parent Prayer as we pray for our school, families, and community.
We meet at the Elementary Campus every Monday from 8:45 – 9:15 am (except for holidays).
Christmas Food Hamper Collection Drive
The Christmas season is a time that emphasizes joy and celebration for most but, for those struggling, their need is felt more profoundly. We take this opportunity as a school to rally around these families and contribute to hampers to help make Christmas a joyful time for all.
In the spirit of giving, each year some families who could use some support over the holidays are identified and you have the opportunity to help them.
Our annual food drive starts TODAY, Monday, November 25th and runs until Wednesday, December 11th. Christmas wrapped boxes are at both campus offices for your unopened food items (ensure not past best before date).
Our Recipient Families have also identified some specific items they need. Please view this list for specific items you can bless these families with.
Other items that can be included are:
- granola bars
- ramen
- canned meat (tuna, salmon and chicken)
- Christmas candy/chocolates/cookies
- seaweed snacks
- pasta & sauces
- whole grain cereals
- boxed crackers
- canned soups
Contributions are voluntary; participation hours are not given for these donations.
Thank you for your help & support. If you have any questions or would like to nominate a family in need, please contact Lisa at .
Newsletter
Submissions are open for the December newsletter. How are you impacting your world, are you involved in any volunteering efforts? Do you have a special achievement to feature in our Kudos Korner? Share your story with us. Submissions for the Newsletter to .
