We are looking for a bus driver who can drive the East Valley morning route. Pick up vehicle at school; route begins at Pilgrim in Mesa at 6:45am and stops at Emmanuel in Tempe on the way to Arizona Lutheran. Wednesdays and Thursdays only. No special license required. Please inquire at Rosenbaum@ALAcoyotes.org
Saturday, February 28, 2026
SPRING SPORTS PHOTOS
March 3 – Baseball & Track
- Baseball
- Varsity: Team, individual, and senior group photos
- JV: Team photo only
- Track
- Senior individual photos
- Senior group photo
- Team Photo
- Varsity: Team, individual, and senior group photos
- JV: Team photo only
- Senior individual photo
- Senior group photo
- Team photo
WRESTLING GEAR RETURN – MONDAY, MARCH 2
Friday, February 27, 2026
AZ LUTHERAN TUITION ASSISTANCE
Thursday, February 26, 2026
ARE YOU A DONOR?
Some of you depend on Tax Credit scholarships from STOs to help with your tuition. YOU CAN BE A DONOR! Please consider this vital step. You’re helping a student attend AZ Lutheran. Questions, contact Michelle Meyer. Admissions@ALAcoyotes.org 602-268-8686 x140
SENIOR EARLY DISMISSAL ON FRIDAY
COURSE SELECTION
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
SENIORS: PHOTOS NEEDED by MARCH 1
The yearbook staff is requesting two things from each senior:
- Senior portrait
- Baby photo
Attach both photos to one email and send to Photos@ALAcoyotes.org (yearbook acct) by March 1, 2026.
- This photo should be a high quality, recent photo (a portrait or a favorite photo from this school year).
- Do not screenshot a photo from your phone. Ask the photographer and download the original, high quality JPG.
- This photo will be used in the yearbook and an online Senior Spotlight.
- Please share a photo in which your clothing follows the dress code.
- age newborn - 4 years
- original digital image, preferred, or a scanned copy of a print
- Ask a friend or parent to take a photo (use a high quality cell phone camera in portrait mode, go outside).
- Ask a Digital Media student to take a photo for you.
- Schedule an appt. with a photographer on MLK Day, Presidents' Day, or on a weekend.
SEEKING GALA BAKERS and VOLUNTEERS
We are seeking volunteers for the Gala. Read on to see if God has given you any of these talents!
Are you a baker?
- We are planning a dessert dash game and seeking 15 more bakers to donate a dessert that serves 10. (That's a LOT of desserts, so yes, we need you!) Or do you have a friend who's a baker? Ask if they'd donate a dessert!
- The ideal dessert would be served on a platter (returned to you) and elegant enough to be eaten with a fork.
- We have limited refrigeration space, so ideally it would be delivered to AZ Lutheran on the day of the Gala, Saturday, March 28.
- Learn more and sign up here.
- Learn more about all the opportunities.
- Volunteering at the Gala on March 28 is your free ticket to the event. You receive a t-shirt, dinner, and get to experience the fun of the event!
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
THURSDAY MODIFIED SCHEDULE - PLEASE READ
GIRLS have advanced to the final four of the 2A State Basketball Tournament!
- Thursday, Feb 26 | 1pm
- at Veterans Memorial Coliseum (VMC)
- tickets at GoFan
Thursday Schedule:
8:00 - 8:30 A Period
8:33 - 8:59 B Period
9:02 - 9:28 C Period
9:31 - 9:57 D Period
9:57 - 10:23 CHAPEL and BREAK
10:23 - 10:49 E Period
10:52 - 11:18 F Period
11:21 - 11:47 G Period
11:50 - 12:16 H Period
12:16 dismissal
*students bring bag lunch
*when class is dismissed student to ins go immediately to the buses
TICKETS:
The athletic dept. is willing to pay for student tickets! AZ Lutheran students who wish to take advantage of getting their tickets paid, please meet Coach Peter at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum ticket gate by 12:40 pm.
- Students who don't attend the game should get picked up from school by 12:30 pm.
- Afternoon bus riders, students in drama or a spring sport should plan to attend and sign up.
HELP NEEDED! Parents, are you able to drive students to the game on Thursday at VMC for girls' playoff basketball? If you are able, please complete this form by 9:00 am on Wednesday morning.
- Depending on the need, we may need your help in transporting AZ Lutheran students to support our girls' basketball team on Thursday.
- Perk! Your parking and admission fee will be covered.
- Coach Peter will communicate with you and if your help is needed, you would need to be at Arizona Lutheran by 12:10 and we will leave campus promptly by 12:20.
Can’t attend a mid-day game?
- Follow us on social media during the game for score updates.
- NFHS will stream the game. Find the link on the bracket. A subscription is required. In the past, the NFHS stream has been spotty.
Go Coyotes!
Monday, February 23, 2026
STATE BASKETBALL
- Thursday, Feb 26 | 1pm
- Veteran’s Memorial Coliseum
- tickets at GoFan
- streamed on NFHS (with paid subscription)
SPRING SPORTS MEETINGS REMINDER
All parents and athletes participating in a spring sport are asked to attend the Spring Sports Meeting tomorrow at 6pm in the gym.
Following the general meeting, each team will meet separately in designated locations to receive sport-specific information:
- Baseball - room 14
- Golf - room 20
- Softball - room 2
- Track - room 15
SCHOOL CHOICE PETITION
TUITION ASSISTANCE:TAX CREDIT PROGRAM
- IBE - February 1
- ACSTO - February 3
- AZ Lutheran Assistance - late February
- School Choice Arizona - March 15
- Arizona Leadership Foundation - April 15
Friday, February 20, 2026
TUITION ASSISTANCE APPLICATION NIGHT
Monday, March 9, 6pm, Room 15
Thursday, February 19, 2026
STATE WRESTLING
Girls – Division II, Section II
Location: Veterans Memorial Coliseum
1826 W McDowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Admission:
Adults: $20.00
Students (with High School ID): $7.50
Children five and under: Free
Purchase tickets through GoFan ahead of time or at the gate
Streaming: Matches will be streamed on NFHSNetwork.com (Subscription required)
BOYS & GIRLS QUARTERFINALS
- Friday, Feb. 20 | 7pm
- at home vs. Fountain Hills
- Family passes not valid | Tickets via GoFan
- Live streamed on Hudl
Girls 2A Quarterfinals
- Saturday, Feb. 21 | 5pm
- Girls (#6) at Mohave Accelerated Learning Center (#3)
- Family passes not valid | tickets at GoFan
- not streamed
PARENT EMAIL SURVEYS
DEADLINE TO SIGN UP TODAY!
First of its kind at AZ Lutheran — Car Maintenance morning!
This event is important to anyone who drives a car. For the first time, Build Up will lead a car maintenance event on Saturday, February 21, from 9:00am to noon. Learn how to change tires and to change your oil. Our mentors are ready to guide you in gaining this life skill.
Bring your car along with the following items:
- Your owner's manual
- The proper amount and kind of oil (refer to your owner's manual)
- The proper oil filter (refer to your owner's manual)
- Your car's jack for tire changing.
Deadline to sign up is Thursday, February 19, at 3:00pm.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
LAST CALL FOR PIZZA!
The AZ Lutheran Mission Club is hosting another pizza lunch to raise money to help cover the costs of upcoming summer mission trips. The next pizza lunch will be on Friday, February 20. If interested in a day off from lunch prep, make sure to sign up before next Thursday, February 19, at noon. Pizza will be from Costco: $3/single slice, $5/double slice.
FOUNDATIONS OF INVESTING WORKSHOP
Don't miss this free workshop to help you plan for your family's future.
FOUNDATIONS OF INVESTINGby Stacia Weinstein, former teacher, AZ Lutheran parent, supporter, and Financial Advisor with Edward Jones.
Thursday, Feb. 19 | at Arizona Lutheran | 5-6pm.
>> Read more & RSVP.
ARE YOU A DONOR?
Some of you depend on Tax Credit scholarships from STOs to help with your tuition. YOU CAN BE A DONOR! Please consider this vital step. You’re helping a student attend AZ Lutheran. Questions, contact Michelle Meyer. Admissions@ALAcoyotes.org 602-268-8686 x140
GALA DONATIONS - post 4
Last week, you should have recently received an email written by a parent in your child's class. This is a review of that email.
2026-27 RE-ENROLLMENT FORM DUE THIS FRIDAY
Parents and guardians, if your student is returning to AZ Lutheran for the 2026-27 school year, please complete the re-enrollment form emailed on February 6 by this Friday, February 20. The form is also linked HERE for your convenience.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
CAR MAINTENANCE SKILLS MORNING
This event is important to anyone who drives a car. For the first time, Build Up will lead a car maintenance event on Saturday, February 21, from 9:00am to noon. Learn how to change tires and to change your oil. Our mentors are ready to guide you in gaining this life skill.
Bring your car along with the following items:
- Your owner's manual
- The proper amount and kind of oil (refer to your owner's manual)
- The proper oil filter (refer to your owner's manual)
- Your car's jack for tire changing.
2A STATE BOYS BASKETBALL - ROUND 1
Boys Round 1 – 2A State Tournament (visit this page for bracket and tickets)
- TONIGHT — Tuesday, Feb. 17 | at home vs. Phx Christian (#13) | 7pm
- Family passes not valid | Tickets via GoFan
- The athletic dept is covering the cost of students' tickets!
- Not streamed
2A STATE GIRLS BASKETBALL - ROUND 1
- Wednesday, Feb. 18 | at home vs. Lincoln Prep (#11) | 7pm
- Family passes not valid | Tickets at GoFan
- The athletic dept is covering the cost of students' tickets!
- Not streamed
Monday, February 16, 2026
PIZZA FRIDAY REMINDER
The AZ Lutheran Mission Club is hosting another pizza lunch to raise money to help cover the costs of upcoming summer mission trips. The next pizza lunch will be on Friday, February 20. If interested in a day off from lunch prep, make sure to sign up before next Thursday, February 19, at noon. Pizza will be from Costco: $3/single slice, $5/double slice.
Sunday, February 15, 2026
WEDDING PRAYERS
Saturday, February 14, 2026
CAR MAINTENANCE SKILLS CLINIC
This event is important to anyone who drives a car. For the first time, Build Up will lead a car maintenance event on Saturday, February 21, from 9:00am to noon. Learn how to change tires and to change your oil. Our mentors are ready to guide you in gaining this life skill.
Bring your car along with the following items:- Your owner's manual
- The proper amount and kind of oil (refer to your owner's manual)
- The proper oil filter (refer to your owner's manual)
- Your car's jack for tire changing.
Friday, February 13, 2026
BUS DRIVER NEEDED
We are looking for a bus driver who can drive the East Valley morning route. Pick up vehicle at school; route begins at Pilgrim in Mesa at 6:45am and stops at Emmanuel in Tempe on the way to Arizona Lutheran. Wednesdays and Thursdays only. No special license required. Please inquire at Rosenbaum@ALAcoyotes.org
Thursday, February 12, 2026
LATE START REMINDER
There is no school on Friday, February 13, or Monday, February 16. School resumes Tuesday, February 17, with a late start.
GET READY FOR PIZZA FRIDAY!
SENIORS: 2 PHOTOS NEEDED by MARCH 1
The yearbook staff is requesting two things from each senior:
- Senior portrait
- Baby photo
- This photo should be a high quality, recent photo (a portrait or a favorite photo from this school year).
- Do not screenshot a photo from your phone. Ask the photographer and download the original, high quality JPG.
- This photo will be used in the yearbook and an online Senior Spotlight.
- Please share a photo in which your clothing follows the dress code.
- age newborn - 4 years
- original digital image, preferred, or a scanned copy of a print
- Ask a friend or parent to take a photo (use a high quality cell phone camera in portrait mode, go outside).
- Ask a Digital Media student to take a photo for you.
AUCTION ITEMS ARE ARRIVING!
The gifts from our Amazon Wish List are rolling in—almost half have been purchased already! Thanks to all who've donated so far. These will be wonderful additions to our auction baskets at the Gala.
Question:
Ready to get involved?
- Create a basket. View idea list >
- Shop our Amazon wish list.
- Or give a gift of money towards a travel package.
POLICE & FIRE CAREER EXPERIENCE
When: Saturday, March 7th, from 9 AM to 12 PM
Where: Phoenix Fire Training Academy, 2425 W. Lower Buckey Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85009
Here's what you can expect:
- Simulated Scenarios: Realistic simulations of police and fire operations.
- Equipment Demonstrations: Get up close with cutting-edge police and fire equipment.
- Meet & Greet: Talk directly with current Phoenix police officers, firefighters, dispatchers, and crime scene specialists.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
FIRST OF ITS KIND - CAR MAINTENANCE MORNING!
This event is important to anyone who drives a car. For the first time, Build Up will lead a car maintenance event on Saturday, February 21, from 9:00am to noon. Learn how to change tires and to change your oil. Our mentors are ready to guide you in gaining this life skill.
Bring your car along with the following items:
- Your owner's manual
- The proper amount and kind of oil (refer to your owner's manual)
- The proper oil filter (refer to your owner's manual)
- Your car's jack for tire changing.
QUESTBRIDGE COLLEGE PREP SCHOLARS PROGRAM
SCHOOL CHOICE PETITION
A petition effort is currently underway that could significantly limit Educational Savings Accounts (ESA) and negatively impact families across Arizona who rely on school choice to access Christian education.
This effort will require over 255,000 signatures to qualify for the ballot. We want our Arizona Lutheran families to be well informed before you are asked to sign. The most important step right now is simple: families must understand what is at stake and decline to sign.
GIRLS STATE BASKETBALL - THURSDAY AT HOME
- Feb. 12 | at home | 6pm
- Family passes not valid | purchase tickets at the door using cash or card
- Streamed on our Hudl channel
CALL UPDATE
Benjy Wells has informed us that he is returning the call to Winnebago Lutheran Academy in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. We thank the Lord that he will remain teaching at AZ Lutheran!
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
BOYS STATE BASKETBALL - ROUND 1
- Feb. 11 | at Valley Christian | 7pm
- tickets via GoFan
- streamed on VCS Hudl channel
FEBRUARY VIDEO UPDATE
- Baptisms!
- Scholarship blessings
- Athletic highlights
- Spring events
Monday, February 9, 2026
BASKETBALL STATE GAMES
- Feb. 11 | at Valley Christian | 7pm
- tickets via GoFan
Girls 2A Play-In Game (NEW start time)
- Feb. 12 | at home | 6pm
- Family passes not valid | purchase tickets at the door using cash or card
TUITION ASSISTANCE: TAX CREDIT PROGRAM
Applications with STOs (School Tuition Organizations) will be available soon for the 2026-27 school year. Update your student and family narratives so you’re set to go. Applications are available:
- IBE - February 1
- ACSTO - February 3
- AZ Lutheran Assistance - late February
- School Choice Arizona - March 15
- Arizona Leadership Foundation - April 15
JOIN US FOR A FINANCIAL PLANNING SEMINAR
Our Mission Advancement Dept. has organized several free workshops to help you plan for your family's future.
1️⃣ FOUNDATIONS OF INVESTING
by Stacia Weinstein, former teacher, AZ Lutheran parent, supporter, and Financial Advisor with Edward Jones.
Thursday, Feb. 19 | at Arizona Lutheran | 5-6pm.
>> Read more & RSVP.
2️⃣ ESTATE PLANNING SEMINARS
by Reliant Law Group, owned and operated by AZ Lutheran alumni.
Choose from two dates:
- Wednesday, Feb. 11 | at Emmanuel Lutheran in Tempe | 9:30am
- Thursday, March 5 | at AZ Lutheran | 6pm
SCHOOL PHOTO COLLECTION
We host a website for you to view & download event and sports photos.
- View the 2025-26 photo collections at https://sites.google.com/alacoyotes.org/ala-school-photos/home
- A variety of photographers (including students and staff) contribute.
- Grandparents Day and Senior Night photos have recently been added.
- Free to download and share!
- We will continue to add photos, so bookmark it and visit often.
Friday, February 6, 2026
BUS DRIVER WANTED
We are looking for a bus driver who can drive the East Valley morning route. Pick up vehicle at school; route begins at Pilgrim in Mesa at 6:45am and stops at Emmanuel in Tempe on the way to Arizona Lutheran. Wednesdays and Thursdays only. No special license required. Please inquire at Rosenbaum@ALAcoyotes.org
STATE WRESTLING SECTIONALS
Date: Saturday, February 7
Location: Moon Valley High School
3625 W. Cactus Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85029
Boys – Division IV, Section I
Date: Saturday, February 14
Location: Buckeye High School
1000 E. Narramore Ave.
Buckeye, AZ 85326
Adults: $12.00
Students (with High School ID): $6.00
Children five and under: Free
Thursday, February 5, 2026
WRESTLING 2025-26 HIGHLIGHT VIDEO
Mark your calendars:
📍 Sectionals: February 7 (girls)
📍 Sectionals: February 14 (guys)
📍 State: February 19–21
Come out and support our 'Yotes on the mats!
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
ARE YOU A DONOR?
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
SPRING SPORTS REGISTRATION DUE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6
Register your child for the 2025–26 spring sports programs using a single registration link. If your child has already been registered at any point during the school year, no additional registration is required.
To add or change a sport to an existing registration, please contact Mrs. Solofra at Solofra@ALAcoyotes.org for assistance.
Important: All athletes must have a valid 2025–26 AIA Sports Physical on file to participate.
Registration Steps:
Click here if you already have an existing ArbiterSports account.
Click here if you need to create a new ArbiterSports account.




