New Leadership at Emmaus Lutheran School has them ready to Compete!

is past semester, Emmaus Lutheran School and Preschool in Alhambra welcomed a new principal, Mrs. Cynthia Spiva. After a year of rebuilding, Emmaus was excited about the possibilities ahead. Cynthia Spiva comes to Emmaus with a Bachelor Degree in Education, a Masters in Educational Leadership and 17 years of administrative experience. "Cynthia has already shown a passion for leading Emmaus to reach its fullest potential. With an emphasis on challenging academics and continuing the family-like atmosphere, Cynthia ts right in and has been such a blessing to our school," said a sta member. "We have been known as 'Alhambra's Best Little Secret,' but we want everyone to know that we are proud to have such a great school that o ers so much to our students and families. We know we are in good hands with Principal Spiva."

With Spiva's encouragement, one of the new opportunities Emmaus will have this year is to participate in the Lutheran Elementary School Tournament (LEST) in Orange County, which is a competition in academics, sports, and other skills that include many other Lutheran elementary schools across California. Emmaus will compete in boys and girls basketball, handbell & choral choir, art, chess, music, math, spelling, and writing. "One of many things

I love about Emmaus is the extra-curricular activities," raves parent, Andrea Lonnemann. "My son not only receives challenging academics, but also participates in football, basketball, choirs, dramas, and student government." Emmaus looks forward to showcasing their students' talents and hopes they will do well at this year's tournament.