14 04 LLHS Federation Connection

Events to Note

March 30................................................................. 8/10:30 | A Cappella @ St. John, Juneau April 5................................................................................... LES Fine Arts Fair competition April 6......... 7:45/10:15 | A Cappella @ St. Luke Watertown • 1:30/4 PM | FAF concerts April 7.......................................................... 6 PM | Forensics Team Friends & Family Nite April 9.......................................................... 8 AM | Sophomore\Senior Grandparents Day April 11....................................................................... State Forensics Meet at UW Madison April 11–12..................................................Electronics Recycling Event (see details below) April 13........................................................ 8/10:30 | A Cappella @ St. Andrew Middleton April 16...................................6:30 PM | MPO meeting in library • 7 PM | Easter concert April 18 ...........................................................................................Good Friday (No classes) April 21.................... Classes resume (snow day make-up) • 6:30 PM | Board of Regents April 24–May 3..... Capitol Conference Art Exhibit at UW Ext. Pyle Center in Madison April 25.................................................................................... 10 AM | 6th grade “Play Day” April 25–26....................................7 PM | Clumsy Custard Horror Show (see details inside) April 26.................................................................WSMA State Festival at UW-Whitewater April 30.............................. Senior Class & Soph Seminary trips • 4 PM | LES Math Meet May 3.................................................................................................... May Banquet & Dance

April 2014

a publication of Lakeside Lutheran High School Volume 3 : Issue 8

Fed eration Connection Giving up can be a good thing Many on social media sites recently announced: During Lent, I will not use this or any other form of social media. It’s estimated that 40% of all Americans observe the Lenten season by sacrificing “something” from their personal lives.

Why do people practice self-denial and self-sacrifice, especially during Lent? Some cite it as a practice from medieval Christianity that people do to gain God’s favor.

Others see it as a means to free up time for self-reflection to become more focused on their personal lives. However, to correctly understand Lenten self-denial, consider our Savior’s words in Luke 9: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me” [Luke 9:23, NIV 2011]. >> “Must deny themselves.” At our core is the drive for self-fulfillment. After all, our Old Adam preaches, “It’s all about me!” Christ commands us to say “no” to ourselves, our selfcentered ways, and our selfish dreams because they contradict what he wants.

Your Lakeside Lutheran High School is ready to host another Community Electronics Recycling Event! Last year, nine hours resulted in 3.5 semi loads of recycling PLUS a semi load of appliances and scrap metal. Thanks to all who participated!

This year’s dates are Friday, April 11, 3:30-6pm & Saturday, April 12, 7am-2pm.

Most electronics and appliances are accepted for recycling. (Refrigerators are NOT accepted. Scrap metal, however, is on the accepted list. Go to llhs.org/recycling.html to download a flyer that lists all recyclable items.)

Sample of Acceptable Items: ** Items do not have to be in working condition ** computers, stereos, copiers, handheld electronics, phones, cameras, hair dryers, remotes, toaster ovens, fans, metal tools, vacuums, and much more. Bring your items to the “bus barn” in the west end parking lot anytime during the hours listed. Volunteers can help unload and get you back on your way in no time!

Contact Info

920-648-2321 • info@llhs.org • llhs.org • fb.com/yourllhs • @LakesideLuthHS

>> “Take up their cross daily.” The Romans were the masters of crucifixion. In Jesus’ day, those condemned to die by crucifixion were forced to carry their crosses to the crucifixion site as a prelude of what was to come. Jesus did not literally mean that all Christians would be crucified as he later was. Rather, to “take up their cross” refers to a willingness to suffer for Christ by faith, not flee from it. But what about the word daily? In addition to our willingness to suffer for our faith in Christ, we should be willing to face this suffering every day as our way of life. >> “Follow me.” Following Jesus means to honor him as your Leader, your Master, and your Lord. From the moment you become his disciple by faith, you desire what he wants.

You are no longer in control; rather, Christ lives in you and guides you in his ways.

It is not wrong to practice self-denial and sacrifice during Lent if done for the correct reasons. It serves as a reminder of our Savior’s sacrifice on the cross to remove our guilt and condemnation.

God bless your Lenten observance and your joyous Easter celebration!

Mr. Jim Grasby is principal of Lakeside Lutheran; his column is featured every FedCon. Reach him at 920.648.2321 x 2204

school news and notes: Hackbarth records & recalls “most important” moments This article is fourth in a series of faculty and staff responses to why they’re thankful to serve at your Lakeside, along with recollections of moments that demonstrates the value of the investment of time and resources for the families who choose LLHS for their children.

Mr. Todd Hackbarth has served the Lakeside Religion, Math and Videography departments since 1997 Todd Hackbarth remembers the reason he chose to attend college at Dr. Martin Luther College (now MLC): “ I wanted to tell others about the wonderful news of salvation. I felt that it was important to work with young people to get them started on the right track.”

He’s been fulfilling that dream in the classroom ever since, whether his primary tool is a Bible, a graphing calculator or a video camera. He’s been chasing that purpose outside the classroom as well, whether as a football, basketball or math team coach, or as a mentor to aspiring videographers.

He shares: “One of my favorite memories of Lakeside happened years back coaching JV Girls Basketball. Two players asked if it would be all right for the girls to have a devotion before each game.

The girls took turns picking a passage they thought would be meaningful to the team. After reading the passage,

the player would then explain how that passage was meaningful to her. Then the rest of the team and I had a chance to share our thoughts on the passage. Many times this led to a long discussion. So long, in fact, that we were often late to getting out to warm up before a game.

Coaches and others would come into the locker room and tell us the other team was warming up. The LORD blessed this team with an undefeated season. I was more impressed by the devotions in the locker room. Honestly, I have forgotten all of the games, but I will never forget the time in devotion.”

Our YouTube channel, youtube.com/llhstechclub, has posted over 200 videos under Mr. Hackbarth’s guidance. His favorites include those that share “the most important message.” Check them out!

New directors, new spring drama production promise fun, interactive audience experience You’ll have fun getting into the 2014 Lakeside spring comedy! After several years of expert direction under Mr. Marcus Buch, the Lakeside Lutheran Drama Department is back in the hands of faculty coaches. Pastor Clark Schultz, assisted by Pastor Mark Toepel, is heading up the 2014 spring production, a comedy that our student cast and director are having a lot of fun preparing for you.

The Dramatic Publishing Company lays out the plot this way: “King Dumb is ready for his daughter to select a husband and all the Knights of the Realm are anxious to claim her hand. But the sweet Princess Prince has fallen for a gentle yet courageous lad she assumes to be a pauper. Not so! Little does she know that this scruffy stranger is Swashbuck Valpariso, bearer of the magic sword and Master of Fast Feet. With audience participation throughout, the play will leave you breathless with anticipation, reckless with abandon and proud to be a Zobian.” Don’t let the fairy tale context fool you, however — this is comedy for all ages who love to have fun!

With shows Friday and Saturday, April 25 & 26, seats could go quickly. Advance tickets are available by calling the Lakeside office at 920-648-2321. Adult admission is $7.00, and students are $4.00.

Children preschool and younger are free.

The cast looks forward to its first public performance the morning of April 25, when Federation sixth graders are invited to attend as a class field trip and then have lunch with us. Reserve your tickets and save the date on your calendar today!