Week 30

African Kente Cloth Weaving in World History Class

Achievement testing will be complete, by the end of the day Friday. Students are excited to know that they do not have to take any next year. Thank you for getting your kids to school rested and ready to go.

Jefferson City field trip information is coming home this Friday (3/27). All paperwork is due by Thursday, April 2. We need to have it early in order for nurses to prepare medication paperwork for us.

Easter Break: Last day of school before Easter Break is Thursday, April 2. This is a FULL DAY of school. Join Zion for the Living Last Supper worship service at either 3:30 or 7pm.  No school on Good Friday, April 3. We come back to school on Monday, April 13. Have a blessed Holy Week, Easter celebration, and break from school.
  
Cardinal Day:  We will be celebrating Cardinal Opening day on Monday, April 13. Students can wear a Cardinal shirt with standardized dress bottoms.

Information below about Titus 2'sday.

WHAT:     Titus 2’sday is a women's mentoring ministry.  We are blessed to announce that our guest speaker team for this year’s opening event is coming in from Seward, Nebraska: Jessica Brashear is a former counselor, a married mother of three, and a published blogger.  She and her mother, Susan Biel, are both wonderful Christian mentoring moms. They will present Parenting Through the Years. 

Moms of young and old, as well as friends of moms, will benefit from this special presentation and open forum.

WHEN:     Tuesday, MARCH 31^st, 6:30-8:30pm

WHERE:   Zion Lutheran Church, 3866 S. Old Hwy 94, St. Charles, 63304. 636-441-7425or zionharvester.org.

 Admission is free and refreshments are provided

To find out more about upcoming Women’s Events at Zion go to http://zionharvesterwomensnetwork.org/ or Like Zion Harvester Women's Network on Facebook.

Week 29

Thrive Week:
The 7th graders were great participants during the Thrive presentations given by Mr. Max and Miss Lydia this week.  They laughed, learned, and showed great maturity while discussing life goal setting, healthy choice making, and how to have healthy relationships.

For more information and resources about this program click on the following link:
http://www.bestchoicestl.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=frontpage&Itemid=1

African Masks

Achievement Test Week March 23-27
Please make sure your child is getting enough sleep and is eating breakfast (something is better than nothing!) during this week of testing. 

A Special THANK YOU to Mrs. Scheer...
We are excited to welcome Mrs. Murray back to school next week, but want to also show our appreciation to Mrs. Scheer who has been an excellent teacher while Mrs. Murray was out!

March and April Dates to Remember
March 23 -- 27 Achievement Testing Week
March 27 -- School Auction
April 3 - 10  Easter Break
April 14 -- Concert Band Patriotic Pops Concert
April 17  -- Spirit Day
April 23 -- 7th Grade Jefferson City Trip

Blessing on your SPRING season,

Week 27-28

Successful Grandparents Day
Last Friday was an AWESOME day to be at Zion celebrating Grandparents Day!  The 7th graders enjoyed playing in the band, showing grandparents around the Jr. High building, and spending some time together in the classroom.  The 7th graders also led a wonderful chapel service based on the children's book "How do I love you?"  I am so proud of these students for learning their parts, speaking so well, and sharing God's love with a full house of guests.  

Thrive in 7th Grade
The 7th graders are enjoying their time with Max, their Thrive presenter, learning more about making wise choices in their lives.  I hope these conversations make their way into your homes.  This program is excellent!

Art
Our latest art creations include an African Masks and Kaleidoscope Names

 Field Trip to MO History Museum: Metro Theatre "Afflicted: Daughters of Salem" and "Curator for a Day"

Achievement Test Week March 23-27
Please make sure your child is getting enough sleep and is eating breakfast (something is better than nothing!) during this week of testing. 

March and April Dates to Remember
March 20  -- Spirit Day
March 23 -- 27 Achievement Testing Week
March 27 -- School Auction
April 3 - 10 Easter Break
April 14 -- Concert Band Patriotic Pops Concert
April 17  -- Spirit Day
April 23 -- 7th Grade Jefferson City Trip

Week 26

7th Grade Auction Items 2015:

• Check out one of our awesome auction items! Thank you Mrs. Horton and Mrs. Wadley for working on this framed picture. Students also signed the back.
• Mrs. Murray and I will submit a Shutterfly prayer/devotion book as a second class auction item. Ask your child to read what they will submit to the book!  Maybe you will be interested in bidding :)  Please consider supporting Zion through this exciting event March 27.

What's Happening in 7th Grade?

• Students have been preparing for the 7th grade Missouri Constitution Test through "Constitution Fridays" during their History class time.  The test is scheduled for this coming Friday, March 6th.  Much studying is needed in order to learn this information.  Admittedly, this is not the most exciting or interesting topic for most students (or teachers).  I have given student many resources to utilize for studying (shared google presentation, constitution book, study guide questions, flashcards, in class review stations, etc.).  Please encourage your children to be preparing every day this week, maybe even sit and study with them!
• Students will be finishing the classic novel "Where the Red Fern Grows" this week.  Many have enjoyed reading about Billy's coon-hunting adventured with his two dogs, some have even shed a few tears!  This novel has great lessons of loyalty and true friendship as well as religious undertones of God's plan for his children and the power of prayer.  We will enjoy watching the movie in class to compare with the novel.

Together We're Better:
Ordering is easier then every!  Either print and fill out this order form (TWB Order Form), then send it to school with your child OR order directly online at www.shopwithscrip.com.  If you need help or have any questions please email jillwalker04@gmail.com.

Date Reminders:
Be sure to read The Banner for other school information.

March 6 MO Constitution test, 18 AR points due, Quarter 3 Memory test
March 9 7th Grade Book Fair preview: Students will visit the Book Fair to preview and/or make purchases (remember tax in determining how much money students should bring).  Students are encouraged to visit the Book Fair with their Grandparents Friday morning before Grandparent's Day activities begin. 
March 12 7th grade field trip - Play and History Museum - permission slip will come home this week
March 13 Grandparents Day, noon dismissal, End of Quarter 3 -- Dismissal form and invitations were sent home Friday -- The 7th grade will be leading chapel, you are welcome to join worship at 11am.
March 16 - 20 7th grade Thrive presentations -- Ask to see the permission slip which was sent home Friday which has an outline for information that will be presented to the class.  There will be many great topics based on "Making Healthy Life Choices" presented which you can take advantage of discussing with your children at home.  How wonderful your children are in a loving and caring Christian environment where these topics can be discussed! 
March 20 Spirit Day
March 23-27 Achievement testing week
March 27 Zion's Annual Auction

May you have a Blessed March -- Come soon warm weather!