Lent is a great time to pause and reflect on Jesus life and sacrifice for our sake.  Mid-week (Wednesday) Lenten services are offered by our association congregations.  We pray that you will attend one of the following:

Bethany : 10:00 am , 7:00 pm

Holy Cross:  10:00 am ; 7:00 pm

Mt. Calvary : 10:00 am , 7:30 pm

Puritas:  7:15 pm .

As we begin the final quarter of the school year, remember the faculty, staff and pastors of West Park Lutheran School in your prayers.

Our 7^th and 8^th graders leave for Washington , D.C. on Monday.  Please keep them, Mr. McDermott, Mrs. Vinson, and Pastor Williams in your prayers as they travel.  Also say a prayer of thanks for the safe return of our 5^th and 6^th graders from camp today.

Diane Leirer, mother of Devin, grade 1, had surgery on her right arm last week.  We ask that you keep Mrs. Leirer in your prayers as she recovers.

We ask that you continue to pray for the Kobella family, Heidi Walkush, Linda Ferros father, Mr. George Lambert, and Mr. Hink.

   If you have any prayer requests, call the school office so that we can let our school families and friends know. 

   Although April doesnt appear to be too busy, we have some important dates for you to note.  Please place the calendar in a prominent place so youll know which days your children begin and end Spring Break, and which days we have events of significance.

The Pizza Lunch is a service provided to our students by the P.T.L.  Our thanks to Mrs. Geye who has agreed to coordinate the last three pizza lunches. 

The next lunch is scheduled for next Friday.  Remember to fill out the attached form and return it no later than Tuesday, March 30^th.  Also, please remember that this is for pizza only.  We ask that you supplement your childs lunch with fruit, veggies, and/or dessert.

   In connection with the Target Take Charge of Education School Fundraising Program, West Park Lutheran School received a check for $76.81.  Target donates 1% of Target Visa and Target Guest Card purchases made at Target or at target.com to eligible schools designated by purchasers.  For more information about this program call 1-800-316-6142.

   Beginning next year our Uniform Dress Policy will change slightly.  Red shirts, along with white and light blue will be acceptable.  No logos will be allowed on shirts.  Also, tan uniform pants as well as black and navy blue may be worn.  The pants must be of uniform style with no pockets below the waist.  Skorts will be allowed year-round. 

   Please remember that this policy will be in effect beginning with the 2004-2005 school year.

1. Market Day late calls and internet orders are due by noon on Tuesday, March 30.

2. Our next PTL meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 6 at 7:00 PM at Bethany English Lutheran Church .  Mr. Oerkfitz will speak on the topic How to Save Money for Your Kids College Education.  Grade 5 is responsible for refreshments. 

Elections will be held for President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer.  Please consider helping out in this manner.  It's a great experience!

4. The Spring Carnival is fast approaching.  Call Kris Kobella (433-7987) or Jennifer Valek (941-6090) if you can ask for donations at one of the following areas:

Kamms Corners;

Brookgate Shopping Center ;

Westwood Shopping Center ;

Fairview Shopping Center ;

Southland Shopping Center ;

Lorain Avenue ;

Westgate Mall;

Donation letters are available in the school office if you need one.  Please make sure that when you receive a donation, you receive a business card and write on the back of the card what was donated and the value of the donated item.  We will be having one area for Children's Lucky Pick and one area for Adult Lucky Pick.  We need to collect approximately 700-900 items for the Lucky Picks. 

For each ten box tops and/or soup labels brought in on the day of the Carnival, one token will be given.  Each child may receive up to three tokens only. 

Lets make this the best Spring Carnival ever!

   A few more gleanors have made their way back to the school office.  Our suggestion was to fill in one quarter during the rest of the Lenten season, so we really dont expect them back until Maundy Thursday.  Please be sure to put your childs name and room number on the back before sending them in.  If you wish you may simply write a check for the total amount.  The money collected will be sent to Christ Lutheran Church of the Deaf right here in Cleveland .  Call the school office if you have any questions.

   Track meets are scheduled for Monday, May 10 (grades 7 and 8) and Wednesday, May 12 (grades 5 and 6).  Raindates are the days following the scheduled meets.

   The Softball Tournament is scheduled for Saturday, May 1^st.  As more details become available, well publish them in Page Twenty-three.

   The April chapel offerings will go to Cleveland s City Mission.  The City Mission provides shelter, clothing, health care, food and counsel to men, women, and children, with a strong emphasis on the everlasting hope only to be found in the Lord Jesus.  For more information on this outreach program visit www.erieside.org.

Were still looking for sponsors for the April 24 Walk-A-Thon.  Sponsor sheets were attached to the last few Page Twenty-threes.  Additional sheets are available from your childs teacher.

Our goal is $5000.  There are other Cleveland Lutheran schools participating, so lets get out there early.  We need lots of volunteers to help with the snacks (water, fruit, granola bars, etc.) for the walk.  If you know of someone who may have a connection to a snack food supply and would be willing to donate some items, call the school office. 

Lutheran Urban Community Ministry (LUCM) is a ministry for congregations and people with a vision for ministry in the city.  It is a social service agency of the city churches cooperating to serve urban Cleveland and Lorain by spreading Gospel seeds of hope.  Every spring LUCM provides seed catalogs to help those who would like the opportunity to make an impact in the life of a child, a single parent, an elderly person or find ways to respond to the needs of the people in they city.  LUCM Seed Catalogs are available in the school office for members of our school family and friends to use.  Call if you would like one.

Angels on Earth Child Care Center has expanded and is now enrolling for their new center.  You are invited to join them for family fun and refreshments at an Open House on Saturday, April 3, 2004 from 2:00 to 5:00 PM at 13540 Lorain Rd.   Call 476-2273 for more information.

   A limited supply of yearbook order forms are available in the school office. 

   If you own a business or know someone who would like to advertise a business, contact the office about current prices.

Lutheran Urban Community Ministry invites everyone to join them for the Way of the Cross on Palm Sunday, April 4 at 3:00 PM .  This is a Lenten devotional tour that reminds us that our Lord Jesus Christ came to the city.  It begins at Calvary Lutheran Church , 13101Euclid Ave., Cleveland , 44112.  You are encouraged to attend.

   Dont forget the Holy Cross Rummage Sale Saturday, April 3^rd from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM .  Donations of any items will be accepted.  During the Rummage Sale the Youth Group will host a Brat and Burger fry and will offer to wash your car or truck for a free will donation.  Plan to attend.

RECYCLE CORNER:

   The Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District has provided recycling drop-off locations in the city of Cleveland where residents can take their household recyclables.  All Scrap Salvage, 3550 West 140 St. accepts aluminum and steel cans and scrap metal.

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