21.05 LLHS FedCon, May 2021

May 2021

a publication of Lakeside Lutheran High School Volume 10: Issue 9

LLHS FED eration CONnection

920-648-2321 • info@llhs.org • 231 Woodland Beach Rd. Lake Mills, WI 53551

Promise holds through millenia of challenges

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future” [Jeremiah 29:11].

Jeremiah 29:11 is a popular Bible verse for Christians in times of trial and hardship. Whenever problems arise, we find refuge in God’s Word. This verse is one of those places of refuge.

In context, Jeremiah spoke to his countrymen who were exiled in Babylon. To be sure, there was emotional and physical stress among the exiles. But, on top of it, Hananiah, a false prophet, preached a lie to them.

According to Hananiah, the Lord promised to return the people to Judah within two years. The exiles were jubilant. They would go home soon! Yet, Jeremiah knew this was false and he called out Hananiah for his lie. A few months later, Hananiah died.

Now Jeremiah was faced with telling his people the truth. Instead of two years, they would live in Babylon for 70 years total! He urged the people to carry on with life in a foreign land. They should settle down, build houses, marry, and pray for the success of the Babylonian empire. It was a difficult message to deliver.

Yet, Jeremiah did what the Lord commanded and closed with the inspirational words of the above passage.

The exiles wanted immediate rescue from their suffering. Jeremiah had to proclaim the truth. It was not easy to rebuke Hananiah’s appealing lie. Yet, Jeremiah, guided by the Lord, told the people that the Lord’s response would not be immediate. Rather, it was his plan

and promise for the future.

If we reflect on Jeremiah’s words, we see the Lord’s wisdom to all believers living in trying times. It’s a direct message: “For I know the plans I have for you.” The Lord knows the plans. They are his.

Secondly, they are “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” The Lord’s plans will prosper us and give us hope for the future. We should not give up.

We may experience different challenges resulting from the current pandemic—health concerns, financial worries, or family discord. Yet, this verse tells us that these things are temporary. The Lord has plans.

In fact, he has the plans.

Like the exiles in Babylon, we may also encounter false messages telling us things too good to be true. This verse reminds us to trust only in the Lord and his promises. Through faith in him, we have a sure hope for the future. Through faith in him, we will never become weary even in challenging times.

Lord, you are our only hope in this life. Keep us focused on you and your promises. You give us a sure future through our Savior. Amen.

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Look to www.capitolnorthconference.org for the most up-to-date spring sports schedules (baseball, boys golf, girls soccer, softball, track)

May 1..................................................... LES BLAC Track Meet at LLHS | 8 AM

Formal Dance for jrs/srs 7PM; at St. John, Juneau for sophs 5 PM May 2..... Mandatory Summer Band Meeting for Student & Parent | 6:30 PM May 4, 12, 19..................................... Summer Band rehearsals | 6:30–8:30 PM May 5.............................................................Academic Awards Night | 6:30 PM May 13.............................................................................................Ascension Day May 17....................................................................... Board of Regents | 6:30 PM May 23............................................. 8/10:30 | A Cappella @ St. Paul, Lake Mills

Commencement Concert | 7 PM May 24–27..........................Review & Exam Days | School out 5/27 10:45 AM May 25.......................................Geometry Placement test for ‘21–22 freshmen

General Board | 7 PM May 30...............................................Graduation (on competition field) | 2 PM June 9–12........................................................... Warrior Overnight Band Camp June 12.................. Parade season starts w/ Appleton Flag Day Parade | 2 PM

Jim Grasby is principal of Lakeside Lutheran High.

Reach him at 920.648.2321 or jgrasby@llhs.org

class of ‘21 academic top ten Lakeside is pleased to name and celebrate the academic gifts of the top ten in the LLHS class of 2021. Lydia Buxa (Immanuel, Farmington), Brendan McKenna (St. John, Newville), Julia Neuberger (St. Paul, Lake Mills), Carter Roekle (St. Andrew, Middleton) and Joy Thompson-Wurz (St. Paul, Lake Mills) are the five valedictorians. The salutatorian is Kaylee Raymond (Peace, Sun Prairie). The remaining members of the Top Ten in rank order are Jada Teteak (St. Andrew, Middleton), Ella Butzine (Holy Cross, Madison), Kendra Wilson (Eastside, Madison) and Elizabeth Isham (Trinity, Watertown).

Congratulations to this group of academical leaders. At the outdoor graduation service May 30, Pastor Clark Schultz, former faculty now at Shepherd of the Hills, West Bend, will address the class. Pastor-teacher Mike Helwig will be the liturgist. The class chose 1 Timothy 4:12 as its verse.

lakeside good news E notes ee Our Warrior Dance Team is on to State! Finishing the season as Regional Champs, placing 1st in both D3 Jazz and Kick, team members include seniors Lily Storlie (St. Paul, Lake Mills), Evelyn Terry (St. Matthew, Oconomowoc), Jada Teteak (St. Andrew, Middleton), sophomore Julianne Dollard (Holy Cross, Madison) and freshmen Naomi Jenson and Kylee Krutsinger (Abiding Shepherd, Cottage Grove). They are coached by alum Audra (Tuescher ‘17) Jensen. ee Senior Haylee Meske (St. John, Jefferson) is the first Jefferson County Youth Apprentice to be placed at Aztalan Engineering in Lake Mills. She works in the quality department, checking parts for accuracy. After training with the Air National Guard this summer, she will return to Aztalan for an adult apprenticeship.

ee During spring break, LLHS hosted a Makers Camp for our grade school friends. Students explored 3D printing, laser projects, woodworking, and welding/metals. Pics to browse and download are at llhs.smugmug.com/LESat-Lakeside/Makers-Camp-2021 ee The week-long spring break trip to Arizona didn’t take place, so the seniors in A Cappella headed to the Northwoods for a one-night, two-day mini tour where they sang at Zion, Rhinelander and Trinity, Minocqua. ee Students raised $502 at the annual Teens for Christ bake sale. This money, combined with a $200 donation from Kwik Trip, allowed TFC to purchase $700 worth of KT gift cards, which are being shared with pastors at some local congregations. This allows churches to share with people who need extra support right now. ee During Holy Week, our choirs, band, and ensemble helped us focus on Jesus.

Visit livestream.com/llhslive to view the archived concerts. ee Courtyard clean up continues . . . Mr. Jeff Meske has students in his Construction Trades building a new courtyard arbor.

Five FFA members removed vines from the brick wall, took down a tree and bush that were too close to the greenhouse ventilation, and trimmed back bushes to keep the sidewalk clear. Next they will prepare a seedbed for pollinators with perennials donated by FS/Growmark. ee Overall participation was down as a result of virtual WSMA this year, but dozens of Warrior musicians persevered and recorded 27 solo/ensemble entries that were sent in for judging earlier this month.

Results are in, and 5 Class A entries received starred firsts and move on to State (also virtual): Jonathan Abel, tenor vocal solo (St. Paul, Fort); Jack DePrey, piano solo (Holy Cross, Madison); Isaac Winters, piano solo (St. Luke, Watertown); Elijah Wohling, marimba solo (St. John, Juneau); DePrey/Jonah Heyerholm (Holy Cross)/Winters, piano trio. Other Class A entries: five 1sts and two 2nds; Class B entries: ten 1sts and two 2nds; Class C entries: two 1sts and one 2nd.

for Math, and Mr. Jacob Ziel for Science/Math this summer.

ee April 18 saw the first return of New Friends, when LL Teens for Christ and 18 community special needs guests came together on a sunny Sunday afternoon outside on the softball field and in the bus barn (and in a bouncy house!).

Organizer Mrs. Ruth Hirschfeld was pleased to see so many faces enjoying themselves in this joyous return to fellowship!

ee Two student teachers joined us this semester from Martin Luther College, New Ulm. Morgan Palubicki worked with Mrs. Jenny Krauklis in Physical Education and Elena Mueller served in Mrs. Jodie All our students benefit in big ways through Schommer’s English department classes. support of this annual fundraising event.

Grand Event Report

ee Our longtime Warrior librarian, Mrs. Phyllis Huska, is retiring this spring, and the school offered thanks and celebration of her faithful decades of service on Friday, April 16, National Librarian’s Day. ee As of April 15, Lakeside staffing is complete for the 2021-22 school year with the addition of two faculty positions in math and science, and replacement of science teacher Mrs. Hannah Uher, who announced her resignation in order to pursue a counseling degree. We are looking forward to welcoming Mr. John Dorn for Science, Mr. Nicholas Trebesch

All glory to God! The Warrior fam once again sees the love of Jesus shining like a diamond as our 10th Lakeside Lutheran Grand Event looks at some stats. Over $95K in net proceeds was raised this year, and several exciting projects will see their way to completion in the coming months because of 100s of generous donors and faithful volunteers. Visit llhs.org/ grandevent for links to more and specific stats of the April 10 event.

contact info:

Call 920-648-2321 Email office@llhs.org Visit 231 Woodland Beach Rd. Lake Mills, WI 53551