BASKETBALL GAMES & FOOD TRUCK - FEB. 6

Mark Tuesday, Feb. 6 on your calendar!

• Basketball home games
• Basketball Senior Night
• Frybread Fanatics Food Truck on campus (serving from approx. 5-7pm)
• Wear black & gold!
• Find game times on the ALA calendar.

View Frybread Fanatics DINNER & DESSERT MENU

FAMILY UPDATE SESSION - URGENT

If you were not able to attend the first round of Family Update Sessions, please attend an upcoming one. We will be sharing very important updates about ALA. The dates are as follows:

• 2/1 - 4:30pm
• 2/2 - 5:30pm

These will all be held in room 15. Sign up here.

GRANDPARENTS DAY

We will hold Grandparents Day on February 7. RSVP here, or send the link to your child's grandparents to sign up. We will be providing lunch for all grandparents (children must bring their own lunch although they eat together) and will be placing the order soon. The final day to RSVP is Sunday, February 4 at 12pm.

SCHEDULE ROTATION

There will be a schedule rotation tomorrow. The schedule will be as follows:

AB CDE HGF

COLLEGE FAIR

Juniors and their families might be interested in checking out this college fair being held February 4. Free and open to the public, RMACAC fairs connect you with colleges and universities in one convenient location.

The fair will take place on Sunday, February 4, 2024 from 12:00p to 2:00p MST at Corona del Sol High School (1001 E Knox Rd., Tempe, AZ 85284).

Parking Map

Students: Register in advance with StriveScan by completing a quick form. After you sign up, StriveScan will send a barcode via text message and email. At the college fair, present your barcode to college representatives to receive more information about that college. The next day, you will receive an email with a report of all of the colleges and representatives you met, along with their contact information and social media profiles.

FAMILY UPDATE SESSION

If you were not able to attend the first round of Family Update Sessions, please attend an upcoming one. We will be sharing important updates about ALA. The dates are as follows:

• 1/31 - 4:45 and 6:30pm
• 2/1 - 4:30pm
• 2/2 - 5:30pm

These will all be held in room 15. Sign up here.

GRANDPARENTS DAY

We will hold Grandparents Day on February 7. RSVP here, or send the link to your child's grandparents to sign up. We will be providing lunch for all grandparents (children must bring their own lunch although they eat together) and will be placing the order soon. The final day to RSVP is Friday, February 2 at 8am.

SCHEDULE ROTATION

There will be a schedule rotation tomorrow. The schedule will be as follows:

AB HCD EFG

WRESTLING SENIOR NIGHT

DONT MISS THIS!

•  Wrestling Duals at home
•  Senior Night
•  Tuesday, January 30
•  4:00pm
•  Home

CALL NEWS

Jamie Johnson, already planning to move to Milwaukee, has received a call to teach grades 7-8 at St. Philip's Lutheran School in Milwaukee.

WINTER SPORTS PICTURES AVAILABLE

Basketball & Wrestling

• View photos at annabebeephotography.com
• All digital pictures are available to our families for free on her website
• Access code: alawintersports24 (all lowercase and no spaces)
• Questions about pictures should be emailed to Mrs. Bebee at abebee1@gmail.com

GALA DONATION IDEA — HOST A PARTY!

Would you be willing to host a “Sign Me Up” event and donate it to the 2024 Gala & auction?

What is a “Sign Me Up” Event or Party?

These are events that parents, or a group of adults or students, agree to host for as many people as they find appropriate for the specific activity/party. Attendees can be adults, kids, or a combination of the two. The hosts cover all expenses of the party, and 100% of the funds raised by the event benefit our school. Prices can range depending on the event, with most adult parties falling in the $30-$80 per person range and most kid parties in the $20-$40 range.

Why Are “Sign Me Up” Events & Parties Important to our auction?

Sign Me Up Parties are a fun addition to the auction. They are fun, quite popular, and a great opportunity for community building! Whether you host a party or just sign up to attend one, you are sure to have a fabulous time mixing and mingling with other ALA families.

In the past, we've hosted two of these types of parties: a Craft Crawl (for adults) and a Opening Day trip to see the latest Avenger movie (for students). Both were well-received!

A Few “Sign Me Up” Party & Event Ideas:

For the Family: D’Backs Tailgate Party (pre-game), Family Kickball Game, Parent/Child Cooking Class, Mother/Daughter Tea Party, Family Game Night, Adult & Kid Bowling, Amazing Race Adventure, Parent/Kid Dodgeball Game, Outdoor Movie and S'mores Night, Scavenger Hunt, Cake Pop Workshop

For the Parents: Neighborhood Wine Walk, Cornhole Tournament, Cinco De Mayo celebration, Chili Cookoff, Costume Party, Mom’s Morning Hike & Brunch, Themed Dinner Party, Kentucky Derby Party, Bunco, College Throwback Party, Scotch & Steaks, Bakery & Wine Tasting (we have a free wine tasting for 20 voucher at Total Wine& More that someone could use)

Here’s how:

1. Plan any type of party, activity or get-together for any number of adults, families or kids in the ALA community.
2. Recruit your friends as co-hosts – it makes throwing the party much easier, cost-effective and a lot more fun!
3. Check in with the auction team as soon as possible to discuss your idea/s and timing.
4. Plan (with your co-hosts) to cover all of the costs of the party as a contribution to the Gala & auction.
5. Finalize your basic party info: how many guests, where/when, etc. and fill out info online thru the Sign Me Up Host Form.
6. We’ll auction off admission to your party during the online auction and any remaining available spots during the Gala on March 22. All proceeds will go to support ALA!
7. Throw your party… meet some people, have a blast!

Be creative! Have fun! Ready to host? Complete this form.

SPRING SPORTS REGISTRATIONS

(Baseball, Golf, Softball, Track)

• Registrations are due on FamilyID.com by Friday, February 2.
• Follow these steps if you have an EXISTING account (click here)
• Follow these steps if you need to CREATE an account (click here)
• Practices begin Monday, February 5, after school.

HOT LUNCH

Don't forget to order lunch! You can order for the whole semester or for one day at a time. Remember that all orders must be in at 12pm the day before lunch is served!

100 K RUN TO FUND

Two senior boys, Jack List and Andrew Hartzell, are running in the Black Canyon Ultra Marathon; a 100 kilometer race that starts at Mayer High School in Spring Valley, AZ and ends at Emery Henderson Trailhead in Phoenix, AZ. The race starts at 8am on Feb 10 and the two boys will have 20 hours to complete this 100K trek. They have volunteered to use this as an opportunity for the seniors to raise money for their class trip. Each senior has been given a “pledge sheet” to record pledges for a certain amount “per kilometer” finished by either Jack or Andrew and tasked with recording these pledges and turning in their pledge sheet before the race. After the race on Sunday, Feb 11, those who pledged money will receive an email with the final amount due and instructions on how to make payment. Every cent raised will go towards the senior class trip. If you have any questions, you may speak to any senior student or contact Mr. Aleisa at Aleisa@ALAcoyotes.org.

LOOKING FOR ACTION SHOTS OF YOUR ATHLETE?

Anna Bebee is the mom of three ALA alumni, and she graciously takes photos at games on occasion. Download photos by Anna Bebee at https://www.annabebeephotography.com/. Please give credit to her when sharing.


Wrestling photos are shared by a parent-photographer on the Arizona Lutheran Academy Coyote Wrestling Facebook page.

DO YOU HAPPEN TO HAVE?

 As you may have heard, the 2024 Gala has a western theme. We are looking to borrow the following for decorative purposes:

Barrels (large wood)

boots

cowboy hats

saddles

wagon wheels

wide roping rope

If so, we'd be obliged to borrow them! (please read that with a southern drawl) 🤠

Could you 

1. Contact List@ALAcoyotes.org to let her know what you have? (Mrs. Sam List is our lead decorator)

2. Label your item/s somehow with your name?

3. Bring them to ALA between March 18-21?

All items will be returned to you.

WINTER SPIRIT WEEK RECAP

Shout-out to Student Council for a great Winter Spirit Week!

Check out the recap newsletter created by the Media Interns below. (Or open the PDF version)

Grace Juergen, editor

STAY UPDATED ON SCHEDULE CHANGES

Our sports schedule often changes. The good news is that you can easily bookmark the ALA Calendar!  

You can also use the megaphone 📣 at the top of the page to "subscribe," which allows you to add the ALA calendar to your Google calendar or other ical.

CURIOUS ABOUT THE ALA HOUSING PROGRAM?

We continue to praise God for the 46 out-of-town students who are able to attend ALA this year due to the generosity of our host families! (That's 20% of our student body!!)

ALA is in the height of enrollment season for the class of 2028. Each new class brings with it a variety of students from outside the Phoenix area. Additionally, each year some students need a replacement host as their current home may be choosing to exit the housing program due to their child graduating, etc. SO, even though it seems early to be thinking about the NEXT school year, it is time to begin looking for host families for the 2024-2025 school year! Are you able to help an out of town student attend ALA? Do you have a spare bed and an extra seat in your carpool? Read general hosting info here: https://alacoyotes.org/support/hosting/

Curious? Slightly interested? Have just a hint of interest in your mind, or a question you'd like to ask about hosting? Please take a moment to fill in this form.

IF YOU ARE A CURRENT HOST, please fill in this 30 second form.

CALL NEWS

We are pleased to announce that Adam Wiechmann has declined his call to Africa and will remain here at ALA as our science teacher. To God be the glory! 

Brad Bode, Campus Pastor, Religion teacher, and volleyball coach here at ALA, has received a call to serve as a Campus Pastor, Religion teacher and coach at Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School just outside of New Ulm, Minnesota. Brad's wife Jen serves here as our Development Assistant. Please keep the Bode family in your prayers as they carefully deliberate this call. 

GALA STUDENT COMPETITION

You are invited to participate in the 2024 Gala! Your child will likely want you to help with the Gala because he/she is motivated by the prizes, but your participation is so much more than that.

You see, the goal for the Gala is to raise over $60,000 to support our students by funding new building furnishings. 

Our most recent Galas have raised funds to upgrade our signage, purchase new stage lights, gym bleachers, new chairs, and new lockers, renovate our locker rooms, purchase two Ford Transit vans, a new digital marquee, and a 2200 sq. foot shade canopy.

Your donation will make a visible difference on our campus, well into the future.

STEP 1: Choose a way to get involved.
A. Donate items for our auction. 

Idea List >
Amazon Wish List >
Pinterest board: DIY project ideas >

B. Donate cash to an auction basket.

C. Ask your employer to donate to the auction or sponsor the event.* 

Print sponsor info to give to your employer. You'd be surprised! Many employers will give towards a charity their employee supports! (This costs you nothing but can make a huge difference!)


D. Ask a business near you to donate.* 

Print a letter & give to a local business. This is especially effective at businesses you visit often. Try Sam's Club, your hairdresser, nail salon, family owned shops and restaurants near your home. (This costs you nothing but can make a huge difference!)



STEP 2: Send donation to the office

A. Fill out a donation form (available in office or download paper form or use the online form)

B. Send your donation with donation form to the ALA office no later than March 8.

C. Class treasurers will tally the total $ of their class’s donations.


CLASS PRIZES: Freshmen vs. Sophomores vs. Juniors vs. Seniors

1st place (the highest $ value of donations): On Student Service Day (March 21) the winning class will have the afternoon OFF from cleaning projects, with free lunch, games, plus ice cream!


2nd place: The class who finishes in second place will receive ice cream on Student Service Day. PLUS you will get to choose your afternoon Student Service Day job. That means you won’t get assigned a job—you get to pick the job you want for the afternoon.


Competition ends: March 8 at noon

* these are ways to help that cost you nothing — except time!


Print the flyer, shown below.

FOOD DRIVE COMPETITION

ALA’s chapter of the National Honor Society has been collecting non-perishable food items for St. Mary’s Food Bank and has extended the drive through this Friday. Students should bring food items to their homeroom to be counted in the homeroom competition. All items must be brought to school no later than Friday homeroom.

GRANDPARENTS DAY

Grandparents' Day is coming up on February 7, 2024. Learn more about it here.  Please have your child pick up an invitation in the office. There is also an online sign up. Please send information to your child's grandparents or RSVP here. 

PROPOSED REPEAL OF TAX CREDIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Please read this update  about Tuition Tax Credit. 

HOW TO FIND DIRECTIONS TO AWAY GAMES

If you need to find directions to the away games for a sporting event, you can go to ALAcoyotes.org and click on "Programs" and then "Athletics". Down towards the bottom of the page under "Athletic Resources" you can see there is a search engine to search the directions to away games. You can also see who we play coming up using our calendar. Many times there will also be posts in the 4pm blog that provide directions and additional information.

TUITION ASSISTANCE: 2024-2025

Now is a great time to edit your student and family narratives, preparing to complete applications with STOs.

ACSTO - opens February 3

School Choice Arizona - opens March 15

Arizona Leadership Foundation - opens April 15

Contact Michelle Meyer with any questions or for assistance.

MEDICATION FORMS

If your student needs to have medication at school for a specific circumstance or just in general (Ibuprofen, Tylenol), they need to have a form filled out for them. You can find this medication form on the resources page of ALAcoyotes.org or in the office at the front desk. This form needs to be signed by at least one parent providing permission for us to give the medication to your child. All medication needs to be in the original bottle with dosage information clearly stated. 

SCHEDULE ROTATION

There will be a schedule rotation tomorrow. The schedule will be as follows:

AB CDE HGF

PIZZA LUNCH FRIDAY

We'll have another Pizza Lunch on Friday, 1/19, and the proceeds will support upcoming mission trips.

Thursday, 1/18, is the last day to order pizza. Find the order form here or your student can locate it in his/her SOAP Google classroom. Payment should be made by end of lunch Thursday. All the details are in the Google form.

HOW TO REPORT AN ABSENSE

If your child is sick, it is important to let the office know as soon as you can if they will not be at school. You can call 602-268-8686 or email attendance@ALAcoyotes.org. If your child does not show up and you have not called in to excuse them, they will be marked for an unexcused absence. 

Additionally, by reporting absences a teacher can provide  make-up homework or additional support to ensure your child does not fall behind. Next time your child is sick remember to pick up the phone! 

SEMESTER 1 REPORT CARDS

The 2023-24 semester one report cards have been uploaded to parent PowerSchool accounts. You can find the file by clicking on the top graduation cap that says SwiftReach Swift K12 found in the upper left corner. Report cards do not show up in the app; you will need to use your account on a computer. You can view and print this report card.

B.R.A.K.E.S. TEEN PRO-ACTIVE DRIVING SCHOOL

There is a wonderful defensive driving opportunity for students ages 15-19 to attend. This is located at at Phoenix Raceway in Avondale. The next sessions will be held February 3rd & 4th at various times between 8am-6pm on Saturday, and 8am-3pm on Sunday. All the information about the defensive driving program is noted on the flyer below. The raceway is located at 7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr. Avondale, Az 85323.

Teens who attend a B.R.A.K.E.S. class are 64% LESS LIKELY to be in a crash in their first three years of driving! Register Now! If you've already attended the program, please share our information with friends and family. Please visit our website at www.putonthebrakes.org and click on the Class Registration Schedule to register or click on "Click to Register" below. B.R.A.K.E.S. Teen Pro-Active Driving School is a FREE three hour program that partners your teen with professional driving instructors to teach the skills of defensive driving in a controlled, hands on environment. This life-saving experience is fun for your teen and they will leave with a great level of confidence. Car crashes are the #1 killer among teens. Together we can change this. These seats will fill extremely fast, so we highly recommend you act swiftly in order to ensure a class seat for your teen. Click to Register Put On The B.R.A.K.E.S. | 704.720.3806 | register@putonthebrakes.org

CALL NEWS

Abigail Bosin has declined her call to teach Spanish. Jon Ross declined his call to teach upper-level math.


The Board of Directors extended calls to the following people:

• For algebra and low-level Spanish, they called Erin Moldenhauer, who presently serves at Redeemer in Tucson.
• For upper-level Spanish, they called William Geisz, who presently teaches at Boulder High School in Boulder, Colorado.
• For president under our new administrative model, they called Ben Priebe.

GRANDPARENTS' DAY HELP!

On February 7, we are hosting our 2024 Grandparents' Day. This is a great way for students to showcase what they have been learning, and for grandparents to get a look inside their grandchild's education. To pull this event off we are asking for help from you! A couple things we need help with include: 

• assisting with setting up tables.
• making coffee.
• plating food items and cleanup.
• bringing bakery items to school by 8am on the 7th. 

If you can help, sign up here under the session that says "Grandparents Day- parent volunteer".

Thank you for your support! 

 

WHERE DO I FIND THE SCHOOL CALENDAR?

Our online school calendar is the ultimate source of what is happening at the school. Knowing when holidays, games, and events are coming up cuts the last minute surprises. If your child is part of a sports team a great place to see up-to-date information is our school's online calendar. Visit ALAcoyotes.org and click "Calendar" on the home page. You can scroll down and see all events happening! 

HOW TO ORDER LUNCH

With the option of ordering hot lunch, why make lunch at home? This is an easy and affordable way to make the kids happy, have less dishes to do at home, and save on time! Do you know how to order lunch? Every Tuesday and Thursday we have delicious lunches delivered to our school from Panda Express and Jimmy Johns. Create and account and get started here! Here are some tips for ordering.

• You can order for the whole semester in advance and pay on a weekly basis! 
• Ordering closes at 12pm the day before lunch is delivered. (Mon. 12pm and Wed. 12pm) 
• You can repeat your favorite lunch order week after week. 

See the flyer below for step-by-step instructions of how to create an account and order lunch! 

FAMILY UPDATE SESSION

There are still available slots to attend our next Family Update Session which is tomorrow, January 12 at 4:30pm. This is now open to people who live out of town AND people who may not have signed up or missed their session time. Please sign up as a family and just note if both you and your spouse will be able to make it. This meeting will be held in Room 15. Sign up here. 

BETHANY LUTHERAN COLLEGE SPEAKER - JAN. 14

Redeemer has the pleasure of hosting Dr. Gene Pfeifer to come speak about Bethany Lutheran College this Sunday, January 14. Worship starts at 9am and the speaker presentation will be at 10:30am. Redeemer is located at: 

7670 East Jomax Road 

Scottsdale, Az 85266

You may attend both, but you are welcome at either. Please see the flyer below! 

HOW TO VOLUNTEER

Volunteering is a great way to get involved with your school community. There are multiple events you are able to easily help with through Sign Up Genius. This sign up includes many volunteer opportunities you can check out here. Some of the coming events you can volunteer for include: 

• bringing treats or helping set up for Grandparent's Day on February 7. 
• chaperoning the Winter Dance hosted on January 20.
• joining tickets sales for wrestling and basketball.
• attending GALA Craft Night. 

This is a great way to serve our students and community while forming long lasting relationships. Don't wait - sign up today! 

TASTE OF MINISTRY AT LOCAL SCHOOLS

We encourage students to consider ministry as a career (as a pastor, teacher, or staff minister). A large group of ALA students will spend time in two local Lutheran elementary schools' classrooms. We are seeking drivers to transport them in an ALA van for a half-day visit on two dates:

Tuesday, 1/16/24

Tuesday, 1/30/24

Volunteer here.

SCHEDULE ROTATION

There will be a schedule rotation tomorrow. The schedule will be as follows:

HB CDE FGA

BASKETBALL GAMES TOMORROW 1/10

St. John Paul II (3120 N 137th Ave, Avondale)

JVBoys 4:30 | VarGirls 6:00 | Var Boys 7:30


ADMISSIONS - tickets can be purchased online through HomeTown Ticketing prior to arriving on campus or at the site the day of the game (cash or card - $50 & $100 dollar bills will not be accepted).

• Adults - $5
• Students - $4
• Age 6 and under - free
• https://jp2catholic.hometownticketing.com/embed/all
• Current AIA passes honored; Card Holder and 1 Guest

PARKING - JP2 Boys & Girls Basketball play their home games in the JP2 Gym located on the JP2 campus.

• Enter the campus from 137th Ave and Indian School Rd.
• Turn right into the south entrance and follow the road to the back of the JP2 Gym
• Parking - JP2 Parking Lot; overflow in STA parking lot
• Map of campus

SEATING - all fans must sit on the south side of the gym (left side of gym upon entering). Fans may not sit on the north side of the gym. All fans for the visiting team will sit on the southwest side of the gym.

SNACK BAR - A snack bar will be open during the game.

CAMPOS FUNDRAISER

Ariella Campos is a member at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Tucson and attends Redeemer Lutheran School. She was diagnosed last March with Stage 4 cancer. Ben Weinstein, friend of the Campos family, is hosting a coin convention at the Casino del Sol on January 19th (10-6) and 20th (9-5). We will have a raffle that will benefit Ariella Campos. All the admission fees will also go to the Campos family. There are several ways to help such as:

• pray for Ariella's success as she battles with cancer.
• attending the show and buying raffle tickets. You can purchase tickets at tucsoncoinshow.com.
• donating to the Campos' GoFundMe.

MAYO CLINIC CARES APPLICATION

On behalf of Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science’s Office for Education Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we are excited to announce that applications are open for the 2024 Mayo Clinic CARES Program for Arizona high school students! Mayo Clinic CARES is a pathway program serving Arizona students in grades 9-11 with a strong interest in exploring health care careers, offering both a summer component and an academic year coaching and mentorship experience. This program is free-of-charge, requires no prior experience, and especially encourages students from the following groups to apply: diverse, first-generation college, Upward Bound or STEAM pipelines, under served, students receiving free or reduced school lunches, and special populations.

When applying, students can choose from either the 4-week, in-person experience at Mayo Clinic-Phoenix and Scottsdale in June 2024, or the 1-week, virtual program in July 2024. We are seeking applicants from all Arizona counties and ask that you kindly share this information with your networks. *For the Mayo Clinic CARES virtual program in July, we especially encourage and will provide preference to applications from Arizona high school students outside of Maricopa County.

2024 Mayo Clinic CARES Program Flyer
Mayo Clinic CARES Program Website: Click on the “How to Apply” tab. Application deadline is February 1.

For more information or questions, you may reach us at officeforeducationdiversity@mayo.edu.

 

 

WINTER DANCE

 The Winter Dance will be held on January 20, 2024. This is an update from the original schedule posted at the beginning of the year. The dance is based around our winter sports schedules, and sometimes cannot accommodate everyone. We apologize for any inconvenience. 

MAP TESTS THIS WEEK

All students in grades 9, 10 & 11 will be taking MAP tests on Tuesday and Wednesday, January 9 & 10.

Please note the following:

• Each student will take a math, a reading, and a language test.
• Each student must bring his/her FULLY CHARGED Chromebook for testing.
• Seniors will not take these tests. They will attend their usual classes following special schedules.
• The school day will still run from 8am to 3pm.
• Class periods will be about double length so tests can be completed during the longer period (we call this a Block Schedule).
• Tuesday will be periods E, F, G & H. Wednesday will be A, B, C & D.
• Students will be informed when they will take each test. Not every period will be a test period; some may be the usual class or study hall for that period.
• Any missed tests must be made up during the student's study hall or free time. Please try to make sure your child is in attendance and not running late or leaving school early.

MAP TESTING SCHEDULE

Tuesday, Jan 9, 2024

Homeroom 8:00-8:04

Period E 8:08-9:28

Chapel 9:32-10:00

Period F 10:04-11:24

Lunch 11:24-12:06

Period G 12:10-1:30

Period H 1:40-3:00

Wednesday, Jan 10, 2024

Homeroom 8:00-8:04

Period A 8:08-9:28

Chapel 9:32-10:00

Period B 10:04-11:24

Lunch 11:24-12:06

Period C 12:10-1:30

Period D 1:40-3:00

GRANDPARENTS' DAY

Arizona Lutheran Academy invites grandparents of ALA students to our annual ALA Grandparents Day on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.

The day begins at 9:00am with coffee and donuts for the grandparents. Then the students are joined by their grandparents for chapel and a few classes. The morning concludes with a short program and lunch provided for the grandparents. Students will need to bring their lunches like usual, but are invited to enjoy their lunch with grandparents. The grandparents will depart at about 12:45pm, after lunch.

Please share this link with the grandparents, even if they are from a distance. (There is an option to leave a message!) Either you or the grandparents should RSVP using this form by Monday, January 29, 2024.

ONLINE INVITATION AND RSVP

There will be printed invitations available in the office this week.

If you would like to help volunteer to bring items or set up, please go to this link and sign up. Any help or donations would be appreciated! 

BASKETBALL GAMES TONIGHT 1/8

HIGHLAND PREP WEST (12235 W Van Buren St, Avondale)

• JV BOYS 4pm | VARSITY GIRLS 5:30pm | VARSITY BOYS 7pm
• ADMISSIONS
• All tickets for the event will be sold exclusively through GoFan, an online ticketing platform. The limited seating capacity in our gymnasium is set at 140 seats for spectators.
• We strongly recommend purchasing tickets in advance through GoFan to secure your spot at the game. Tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis until the seating capacity is reached.

• PLAYER SEATING
• All players who are not actively participating in the game and wish to spectate from the stands must also possess a valid ticket.
• However, for players who have finished playing or are not part of the active roster for a particular game, we will provide a designated seating area separate from the stands.

LUNCH TIPS

Let's talk about some lunch tips! 

• Night-Before Magic: Make sure your student is making their lunch the night before. Their morning self will thank them and they will learn good time-management skills. 
• Snacks: Packing snacks like fruit, nuts, chips or yogurt is a great way to give them little bursts of energy throughout their day. 
• Hot Lunch Program: You can pre-order lunch for your kid all throughout the second semester by signing up with My Hot Lunchbox. On Tuesday Panda Express gets delivered; on Thursday Jimmy Johns brings lunch. This is an easy and effective way to ensure lunch and skip the hassle! 
• Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate: Don't forget to have your student pack a water bottle. Hydration is the key to staying healthy and focused throughout the day. 
• Silverware: Please make sure students are bringing silverware with them as they pack their lunch. 

What to do if my student forgot a lunch? It is a good idea to always keep $5 or $10 as back up in case lunch was forgotten. We have a vending machine in the lobby with many options! 

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

Hey there, parents! It's that time of year again - time to update your information. We need updated addresses, emails, phone numbers, and emergency contact information. Why is this so important? 

1. Emergency Situations: The school needs to reach you quickly if there is a situation without delay. This ensures we have all our bases covered.  
2. Updates and Announcements: We often send out important updates you will want to know about. If your contact information is outdated, you might miss out on these crucial bits of information. 
3. Involvement: We often organize events or have volunteer opportunities where your involvement is encouraged. It is a great way to stay up to date with such events. 

So, take a few minutes to update your information with us! You can email info@ALAcoyotes.org if you have any changes. You can also call 602-268-8686 ext. 112. 

SCHEDULE ROTATION

There will be a schedule rotation tomorrow. The schedule will be as follows:

AB CDE FHG

SCHOOL FAMILY UPDATE SESSION

Happy New Year! We are eager as we begin the second half of the year and reflect on the blessings and opportunities that are lying before us. There are some important things we need to share with all ALA families, so we are requesting that you sign up for one of the following meetings to be fully informed. Use this link to reserve your spot.

1. January 9 at 1:00p
2. January 10 at 3:30p
3. January 10 at 5:00p
4. January 12 at 4:30p (reserved for families from out of town)

COYOTE GEAR

 Need to refresh your Coyote Gear?! There are two ways to get gear:

• purchase gear from our concession stand window when you come to a game in the gym. There are tees, Pura Vida bracelets, new 2024 limited edition hats, socks, decals, and more! 
• purchase backpacks, caps, jackets, and shirts from our online store. Simply visit ALAcoyotes.org / look for Resources / Coyote Gear. 

Thanks for sporting Coyote gear! 

New 2024 limited edition hats: $20

SCHOOL FAMILY UPDATE SESSION

Happy New Year! We are eager as we begin the second half of the year and reflect on the blessings and opportunities that are lying before us. There are some important things we need to share with all ALA families, so we are requesting that you sign up for one of the following meetings to be fully informed. Use this link to reserve your spot.

1. January 9 at 1:00p
2. January 10 at 3:30p
3. January 10 at 5:00p
4. January 12 at 4:30p (reserved for families from out of town)

 

RESOURCES

Here is a quick reminder of where you can find resources! 

1. Your first stop should be the school website. This is a treasure trove of information where you can find calendars, handbooks, school policies, and more. Visit ALAcoyotes.org and look for "Resources." 
2. This blog is your personal newspaper to keep up with events, updates, and resources. Don't forget to check the blog daily (available right here in this email everyday at 4pm). If your child or spouse would like to sign up, please visit the resources on our website and look under Parent Communication and Involvement. 
3. We have many ways to stay in touch! Visit our Facebook page to look at photos of events, sports, and more! 

Remember, the school is a partner in your child's education. If you have any questions please reach out to info@ALAcoyotes.org. Do not be afraid to get involved in your child's education! 

YEARBOOK RECOGNITION ADS

Senior parents:

Did you miss it? Yearbook Recognition Ads are the perfect way to commemorate achievements and celebrate milestones. We’ve extended our sale through February 23rd! This is a final deadline and no orders will be accepted after this date. This year we are offering 1/8, 1/4, and 1/2 page recognition ads. See this attachment for more information or visit jostensadservice.com/student to place your order.

Email Miss Schneiter (Schneiter@alacoyotes.org) if you have any questions!

MAP TESTS for GRADES 9, 10 & 11

All students in grades 9, 10 & 11 will be taking MAP tests on Tuesday and Wednesday, January 9 & 10.

Please note the following:

• Each student will take a math, a reading, and a language test.
• Each student must bring his/her FULLY CHARGED Chromebook for testing.
• Seniors will not take these tests. They will attend their usual classes following special schedules.
• The school day will still run from 8am to 3pm.
• Class periods will be about double length so tests can be completed during the longer period (we call this a Block Schedule).
• Tuesday will be periods E, F, G & H. Wednesday will be A, B, C & D.
• Students will be informed when they will take each test. Not every period will be a test period; some may be the usual class or study hall for that period.
• Any missed tests must be made up during the student's study hall or free time. Please try to make sure your child is in attendance and not running late or leaving school early.

FAFSA

Seniors and parents of seniors – The new FAFSA form for the 2024-25 school year is now open. https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa If you are planning on attending college in the fall, you should complete the FAFSA as soon as possible, as colleges determine your eligibility for financial aid based on the information provided in the FAFSA.

SCHOOL FAMILY UPDATE SESSION

Happy New Year! We are eager as we begin the second half of the year and reflect on the blessings and opportunities that are lying before us. There are some important things we need to share with all ALA families, so we are requesting that you sign up for one of the following meetings to be fully informed. Visit this link to reserve your spot. 

1. January 9 at 1:00p
2. January 10 at 3:30p
3. January 10 at 5:00p
4. January 12 at 4:30p (reserved for families from out of town)

 

SCHEDULE ROTATION

There will be a schedule rotation tomorrow. The schedule will be as follows:

AB DEH GCF

SEMESTER TWO BEGINS

School resumes after Christmas Break and semester two begins on Wednesday, January 3, with a 9am start (like a Monday). We hope students and teachers will come back recharged for the second half of the school year!