Church and School Offices Closed - Fri., July 3 and Mon., July 6, 2015

CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL NEWS & EVENTS     Tuesday, June 30, 2015      PLEASE NOTE: Church, School Offices and Calvary Club will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2015 in observance of July 4th. Church and School Offices will be closed on Monday, July 6th Calvary Club will be open on Monday, July 6th      REGULAR OFFICE HOURS  DURING THE SUMMER - 2015       Monday thru Thursday - 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Offices are closed on Fridays.    SUMMER HOSTING OPPORTUNITY! Let me start by saying, "Thank you" to all of you for the love an care you give our CLS students throughout the school year.  It is because of your love for students that one of our agencies, JLS, has asked me to spread the word for their Korean student summer program that will be held here at CLS.  JLS will have a 4 week summer program from July 22- August 14.  The students will be in 5th through 8th grade and will attend classes here at Calvary Lutheran School.  We are looking for families to host these students.  We are also looking for buddies (5th - 9th Grade) to assist the students, just like last year!     This is a great opportunity for your families to continue to be involved with ministry to international students throughout the summer and earn a few dollars for your services.  Please click on the blue "Homestay Flyer Program-Info" below to view more information about the program    Homestay Flyer Program-Info   If you are interested and available to help host, please contact Helen Kang directly at  helenkang@gojls.com or contact the school secretary at (510) 278-2598 or by e-mail schoolsecretary@calvaryslz.org   Thank You!          Calvary Calendar (mark your calendars) July 2015   21 - Aug. 14 - International Students at Calvary Lutheran School (5th - 8th Grade)   August 2015   3-7 - Calvary Lutheran Church -                         VBS    TIME? 15 - School Beautification (9 am - 1 pm) 26 - First Day of School!! _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ * Calvary Club is available ($5.00/hour; after 6:00 pm $4.00/minute) ** Change/Addition in Schedule 2015-16 School Calendar for 2015-16 (tentative): (Please note, Dates are subject to change)   *2015-16 Year at a Glance Calendar   Calvary Lutheran Church & School 17200 Via Magdalena, San Lorenzo, CA 94580 Church: (510) 278-2555 School:  (510) 278-2598 Calvary Club:  (510) 278-7688 www.calvaryslz.org  Shepherding Hearts ~ Sharpening Minds ~ Shaping Lives

Important Message from Pastor Kelly Smith - (Mon., June 29, 2015)

Calvary Lutheran Church and School Important Message from Pastor Smith Monday, June 29, 2015  RE: Staff Changes at CLS for 2015-16   Dear Calvary School Parents,   Greetings in the Name of the Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.   I wanted to begin by thanking you for entrusting your most precious gift to us - your student!  I consider the education of your child(ren) to be a Sacred trust.  It is my intention that Calvary should provide the highest possible educational experience at a reasonable cost.   You may recall that at the beginning of the last school year I asked for you to trust me with the changes we were making to enhance the education of your student.  Those changes included a "new" Superintendent, three new teachers (including Dr. C.) and an update to our tuition structure.  Ambitious changes that God blessed!   Dr. Chivalette has been a tremendous addition to our school!  He has the respect and love of the students.  He taught numerous classes, developed a 5-year plan for Calvary and is constantly seeking ways to improve the educational experience of the students!  He "hit the ground running" when he arrived and did an exceptional job!  Also, he dealt with a turnover of staff that was larger than planned.  He was pro-active and secured teachers with exceptional hearts and education skills to replace those who are no longer with us!  Lastly, he restructured our Pre-School program to provide a greater academic element for our younger students.   Your students are going to receive an even better educational experience than when you first registered them at Calvary!  That is SO important, let me say it again! Your students are going to receive an even better educational experience than when you first registered them at Calvary!   I believe that we have an "All-Star" team of teachers!  They are a positive, educated, compassionate group who will seek to bring out the very best in your student!   While I know that change can be a concern, especially when you are considering the education of your child, I take the education of your child(ren) as seriously as you do.  I am going to ask you to trust me for one more year!  I am excited about the changes we have made.  I believe that they are in the best interest of your child and for Calvary's future.  While a teacher's name may be different and a class may be in a different room, the quality environment and education is going to be even better!   Thank you for your time.  I look forwarding seeing you at our back to school events.   Your Servant in Christ,   Pastor Kelly Smith

Blessing of the School and Church - Jun 25 2:30pm

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You are Invited!   Please join us tomorrow, June 25th, at 2:30pm for a "Processional" of Prayer and Blessings at Calvary Lutheran Church and School.   Before the staff begins painting their rooms and students return for Summer programs, we wanted to gather together to Bless and Claim each room for God's Holy work.   We will begin outside of room 9 (at the far end by Via Arriba) and work our way down around the entire facility and ending in the Sanctuary.   We will stop at each room and prayer specifically for the teacher and the students.  There will be prepared prayers and also opportunity for each of the participants to add prayers from their heart.   If you are unable to join us, I encourage you to prayer at 2:30pm for the Lord to richly bless Calvary and all the lives that are touched by her.

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VBS Invitation with online registration

YOUR INVITED! Come join the fun August 3rd - August 7th 8:30 a.m. to 12p.m., at Vacation Bible School. We are going to sing songs, play games, hear great stories, make crafts, and watch videos. Click on link below to register    PPP hours available for all Calvary Lutheran School Parents who participate. Get your hours in now for next year. For VBS registration click here

May's Bog Meeting

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BOARD OF GOVERNANCE (BoG) Minutes of Meeting May 4, 2015 – Calvary Evanagelical Lutheran Church, San Lorenzo In attendance: BoG Members: President, Toni Troya; Secretary, Barbara Adams, Carole Adams, Treasurer; Sarah Anderson and Rick English, absent Administration: Pastor, Kelly Smith, Superindendent, Dr. Mike Chivalette Also present, Jerrie Moyer, Vacation Bible School Chairperson & Coordinator Devotion. Opening prayers by all. Minutes from Feb. 10, 2015 approved. Update given by Jerrie Moyer re Vacation Bible School, August 3-7, 2015. More volunteers needed to run the VBS this year. Financial Report: Carole Adams, all bills paid. School report : Dr. C. ( see attached) Pastor Report ( see attached) New Business: Policy change language suggested by our insurance representative to be added to our rental agreements to include coverage limits of $1,000,000 for General Liability and $50,000 or more for Damages of Rented Premises. Additional language also added to the Wedding/Reception Request and Agreement Form, One Time Facility Usage Request and Agreement Form, repetitive Facility Usage Request & Agreement Form and Facilities Usage – Operating Policy. All of these forms are in a binder in the Church Administration Office. Old Business: Potential properties sewer replacement issue brought to BoG's attention by a memo from Frank Mitchell. Parsonage problem stove was replaced. 2015 Pastors' Conference to be held in October, 2015. Pastor and Pam will be attending. All expenses for Conference, Cruise, Travel/Medical Insurance, basic beverages package and transportation to/from Long Beach have been met. The cost was primarily met by personal donations. The cost of the 2015 Conference is in line with 2014 conference in Fresno. Status of the memorial plaque for Holly's benches was briefly discussed. The family has been notified. Church/School sign was discussed re updating it and the costs associated with it. A bid has been obtained. Church committees continue to be identified, chairperson's and members identified. Policies & Procedures will be established for each as necessary. On-going Policies and Procedures continue to be identified, written and implemented. Employee Handbook updating: Toni is connecting with District to obtain template and guidance on current language. Next meeting set for 9 June 2015, 7 p.m. Conference Room. Closing Prayer.

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Report Card, SAT and Awards in the office today

Report Cards, SAT's & Classroom Awards are in the School Office for those students in Kindergarten thru 8th grade Dear Parent(s) and/or Guardian: We hope you are doing well and off to a great summer.   Your child's report card and awards are ready for you to stop by the school office and pick them up. Please feel free to stop by the office and pick up your envelope at the hours listed below.  If you are unable to pick up your envelope, please notify the school secretary at (510) 278-2598 or schoolsecretary@calvaryslz.org  If your child is attending Calvary Club, you may find your envelope in Calvary Club. Reminder:  Calvary Club is open through the summer months, if you are ever in need of daycare. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Offices Hours: Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Friday - Closed Calvary Lutheran School 17200 Via Magdelna San Lorenzo, CA  94580 (510) 278-2598 - School Office (510) 278-7688 - Calvary Club

Prayers for Safe Travel

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Prayers for safe travel   Please pray for safe travels for Christina Grace as she makes her way back to California from Nebraska     &   Kristi Morlock and her Family as they leave California for a new chapter in Colorado.                       &     for all those traveling over the summer that they may have safe travels and return home safely.

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