MARY POPPINS LIVE AT PHOENIX THEATER

Fine Arts and Ceramics students got first dibs on discounted tickets to the musical Mary Poppins at Phoenix Theater. We are now opening the opportunity to the rest of the student body, but space is limited to 28 students. 

Mrs. List is taking a group of students to the local theater for a live performance of Mary Poppins the Musical. 

If you've only seen the movie, you're in for a treat—the stage production takes the magic to a whole new level with incredible choreography, flying effects, and iconic songs like Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious and Step in Time.

The Details:

• What: Mary Poppins the Musical (Live Stage Production)

• When: SAturday, December 5, 2026, 7 pm. 

• Where: Phoenix Theater (Downtown Phoenix)

• Cost: $25 per student (Regularly $120+—we secured a massive group discount!)

How to Reserve Your Spot:

1. Email Mrs. McKenney

2. Turn in your $25 payment (cash or check) by October 20. 

Tickets are limited at this discounted rate, so spots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Don't miss out on a great night of live theater!

ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR

Reliant Law Group, owned and operated by AZ Lutheran alumni, invites you to a free Estate Planning seminar on the AZ Lutheran campus.

Why?

• Don't have an estate plan?
• Have an existing estate plan or trust that needs updating?
• Learn how to keep your family and assets out of Arizona Probate Court.
• Ensure you have a plan to leave a legacy!

When is the seminar? Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 6pm
Location? AZ Lutheran Room 33
Next steps? Register online here: ALAcoyotes.org/Estate

CHESS CLUB

 Have an old chess set lying around?

AZ Lutheran’s Chess Club would love to give it a second life!

• The Chess Club will gladly take any complete set. 
• However, if you would like to purchase a new one for donation, they ask that you would buy a vinyl roll-up board. (Also called tournament, competition, or regulation chess set.)

Leave donations at the office and thank you for giving our students a chance to learn the game!

LATE START ON TUESDAY SEPT. 8

There is no school on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. We will resume school on Tuesday at 9 am, following a late-start schedule. 

DRESSCODE NOTE

A note about dress code updates went out before school started. We wanted to follow up with the complete wording that is included in this year’s handbook regarding the change:

“Sleeveless shirts, blouses, and dresses are permitted, provided they are modest and appropriately fitted. Shoulder straps or fabric covering the shoulder must be at least 1 inch wide. Clothing may not be low-cut, excessively tight or form-fitting, or expose cleavage, bra straps, or midriff (includes when bending or reaching at locker). Racerback-style tank tops, spaghetti straps, halter tops, backless tops, and similar garments are not permitted.”

You are encouraged to read through the full dress code with your student here: Handbook

2027 EUROPE TRIP MEETING REMINDER

There is an organizational meeting tomorrow night at 6:00 pm for the 2027 Europe trip. This is for all students who paid the deposit. We would like one parent to attend as well so we can answer all questions. 

We have 2 or 3 spots open for other interested students who did not sign up during the summer. If you are interested in going on the trip, talk to Mr. Meyer and plan on attending the meeting. *This trip is for juniors and seniors only. 

 

2027 EUROPE TRIP MEETING

There is an organizational meeting on Wednesday night at 6:00 pm for the 2027 Europe trip. This is for all students who paid the deposit. We would like one parent to attend as well so we can answer all questions. 

We have 2 or 3 spots open for other interested students who did not sign up during the summer. If you are interested in going on the trip, talk to Mr. Meyer and plan on attending the meeting.

PARENTPULSE SURVEYS

At AZ Lutheran, we seek to constantly evaluate our school from multiple perspectives, all in an effort to make this an even better place for your child and your family.

Because the parent perspective is so important to us, we've partnered with ParentPulse, a company that specializes in collecting feedback for schools. You can learn more by watching a 60-second video at https://www.parentpulse.com/school-explainer.

Going forward, each parent in our school will receive an invitation every few months to respond to a short survey. These surveys will be staggered – parents will receive the invitations via e-mail or text at different times.

We simply ask that you'd take five minutes to complete the survey. Many schools only send one (longer) survey each year, but we want to capture your thoughts and feelings in shorter surveys – and at multiple points over the year – so we can understand how things are evolving and how we can best adapt!

So, please be on the lookout for an e-mail or text from ParentPulse. The subject line will clearly identify AZ Lutheran.

The information you provide is collected solely for our analysis, and your personal contact information will not be used or shared by ParentPulse.

Thank you for partnering with us in education!

 

ARE YOU A PHOTOGRAPHER?

As you head to fall sporting events....

Did you capture a great action shot or a post-game team photo? Maybe you caught a sunset over the football field? Our school photographers only make it to a handful of competitions, and some of our Digital Media students are brand new photographers, so we'd love to see and share your photos. 

Send photos or videos (any event, all year long) to Photos@ALAcoyotes.org.

TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS DUE TO PHOENIX WATER CONSTRUCTION

Please be aware that Southern Ave. will be reduced to one westbound lane between 19th Ave. and 27th Ave., and left turns will be restricted onto Southbound 27th Ave. from August 24 to September 30.

Please take this into consideration when planning your travel to school. Traffic and construction are not an excuse to be tardy. 

MEDICATION AT SCHOOL

If your child takes prescription or OTC medication throughout the school year, please drop it off at the front office with a medication permission form for each medication. This can be done at any time throughout the school year.

Write your last name on all OTC medications.

Print one form for each medication.

NEW FAMILY BBQ

All families with a new student are invited, Friday, August 21 from 5:45pm-6:45pm in the gym. Meet other new families, grab a hot dog meal, and cheer on the Coyotes FB team at 7pm. RSVP here.

FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBAL CONCESSIONS UPDATE

Starting with this Friday's home football game, we are making a few changes to our Friday Night Lights menu. While we will no longer be serving grilled items, we've still got plenty of fan favorites: 

Here is what is on the menu:

• All-beef hot dogs
• Nachos
• Chips
• Candy
• Ice cream sandwiches and popsicles
• Assorted sodas, Gatorade, and water. 

We are currently exploring options to bring in outside food vendors and will keep you posted as arrangements are made. As always, 100% of concessions profits directly support our Athletic Department. Go 'Yotes!

CHESS CLUB

Have an old chess set lying around?

AZ Lutheran’s Chess Club would love to give it a second life!

• The Chess Club will gladly take any complete set. 
• However, if you would like to purchase a new one for donation, they ask that you would buy a vinyl roll-up board. (Also called tournament, competition, or regulation chess set.)

Leave donations at the office and thank you for giving our students a chance to learn the game!

BACK-TO-SCHOOOL CLEANING NIGHT

We invite all parents & students to help put the finishing touches and prepare our campus for the start of the school year.

Date: 08/04/2026 (Tue.)
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm 

Please RSVP online to let us know how many in your family will be able to attend our work night!

If possible, parents are encouraged to bring along their own supplies, including rags, buckets, favorite cleaning solutions, step ladders, gloves, etc.

We welcome adults and high school age students (this would count for service hours under the "on-campus hours" category).

It's a great chance to meet new AZ Lutheran family members or renew existing friendships while preparing campus for the first day! Please come when you can and stay for as long as you can!

BACK-TO-SCHOOL CLEANING NIGHT

We invite all parents & students to help put the finishing touches and prepare our campus for the start of the school year.

Date: 08/04/2026 (Tue.)
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm 

Please RSVP online to let us know how many in your family will be able to attend our work night!

If possible, parents are encouraged to bring along their own supplies, including rags, buckets, favorite cleaning solutions, step ladders, gloves, etc.

We welcome adults and high school age students (this would count for service hours under the "on-campus hours" category).

It's a great chance to meet new AZ Lutheran family members or renew existing friendships while preparing campus for the first day! Please come when you can and stay for as long as you can!

OPEN POSITIONS AT AZ LUTHERAN

AZ Lutheran has the following positions to be filled for the 2026-2027 school year. Please contact Kurt Rosenbaum via email at Rosenbaum@ALAcoyotes.org if interested or if seeking more information.

• Bus driver - morning and afternoon driver needed for East Valley route (Emmanuel and Pilgrim to/from AZ Lutheran). One person for all or a combination can work. School days only. Hours 6a-8a and/or 3:15p-5:15p
• Study Hall supervisor - daily to oversee study halls. Management of school work and students' study needs. Perhaps other assistant duties can be performed concurrently. School days only. Hours 8a-3p.