1. Art and Diseño

MISSION STATEMENT: Zion Lutheran School provides a Christ-based approach to education. The education nurtures
the child’s faith, equips him to use that faith on a daily basis, and prepares the child to share that faith with others.
“Saved to Serve” Mark 10:45
Our Vision: That every child knows Jesus as his/her personal Savior
January 30, 2015
Mr. David Kniepkamp, Principal
Volume 3, Issue 6
Mrs. Kathy Rudolph, Secretary
Mrs. Terri Marino, Secretary
Good day Zion parents!
Well as I looked back to review my notes from last year, I was reminded of the rugged December and January we
experienced. At this point in the year we had already used five snow days. I am hopeful we do not get to that point this
year!
As most of you realize, this week is National Lutheran Schools Week. It has been a true representation of the great
things that happen in Lutheran Schools across the country. I want to thank all of you who have participated either by
donating to our service project or by helping out with one of the many activities. Our students have once again had a
great time praising the Lord while having fun completing a variety of activities. Additionally, they learned that working
as “One Together” with God all things are possible.
The spring edition of Parent-Teacher conferences is right around the corner. Conferences will be held on February 26
and 27. The schedule for Thursday, the 26th, begins with an early dismissal at 1:15 p.m. followed by conferences that
begin at 4:00 p.m. and extending through 8:00 p.m. that evening. As in the fall, free extended care will be available from
1:15 to 3:05 p.m. that afternoon. After that time, regular extended care rates apply. The Friday conferences will begin
at 8:30 and extend to noon with students not attending.
You will again be receiving a letter from me outlining the scheduling process to set up the conferences. This will be the
“We-Join-In” scheduling format, so many of you have already used. Please review the process and set up your
conferences during the established time frames. Once again, we hope this simplifies scheduling parent conferences for
you. If you have any questions regarding this process please contact me at your convenience.
Next, I am pleased to inform you that the “Principal Call Committee” is working diligently to “call” a new principal,
ensuring a seamless transition into next year. I will keep you informed as this process continues to unfold.
Looking towards next year, the RTI (Response to Intervention) program will again be providing support in Reading to
deserving students. The School Board and I continue to look for opportunities to expand RTI into our mathematics
program. Our technology program continues to expand under Mrs. Scott’s leadership. She is in the process of
purchasing coding robots and additional iPads to expand technology in the classrooms.
In order to maintain these programs a tuition increase was approved by the Zion voters for the 2015-16 school year. This
increase is necessitated by the ever increasing cost of expenses. Information regarding registration was sent home with
your student today. The registration fee of $125.00 dollars will go towards text materials and technology. I ask that you
return your completed registration materials by Friday, February 27th. Applications turned in after that date will be
assessed a $25.00 late fee. This deadline date allows for staffing decisions to meet the educational needs for the
upcoming year. It is the School Board’s hope that all families will complete this responsibility early. Please contact me
if there are extenuating circumstances regarding late registration.
Zion acknowledges the high priority you, as parents, place on a Christian education. In partnership with our Zion
families who need monetary assistance, the church and administration pledges to walk alongside those individuals.
Additional scholarship monies have been made available for families needing assistance. Before making a final financial
decision I encourage you to contact me to explore monetary options or answer any questions you may have.
There are two scholarship options for interested families, the first is obviously through Zion, and the second is through
LESA, the (Lutheran Elementary School Association) of St. Louis. To apply for either the Zion or the LESA scholarship, or
both, you must complete an application through FACTS. Complete this process by going to the Zion sign-in page at
https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/42M3Y and fill out the application. This process must be completed by Tuesday,
March 31st. Failure to submit your application by this deadline may disqualify you from scholarship eligibility. Note that
there is a required forty dollar registration fee for all applications. I encourage you to begin this process as early as
possible.
I would also like to extend my thanks to several members of our Zion family who have given so graciously to our school
ministry. Through the generous giving of congregation members and Zion parents, we have been able to purchase
additional reading materials, furniture and technology items and provide scholarship funding for needy families. God
has richly blessed you and you have in turn advanced His ministry by sharing His gifts with our school. Thank you for
your commitment to our ministry.
Next, as many of you may realize, February 8th is the annual “School Open House”! I do not expect you as current
parents to attend, but I would ask your assistance. I encourage you to invite friends, neighbors and anyone else who
might be interested in enrolling their children in our school. Zion offers a Christ-centered education in a wonderful
caring learning environment. It is an environment that will appeal to many families because it is a very nurturing
educational opportunity. Remember that your recommendation is our best promotional tool! Thank you for your
continued support. An easy way to share our information with your friends is to “like” us on our Facebook page. You
can share the Open House invitation on our website. We are currently running a contest on that page for all those who
“like,” “share,” and “comment.” All names will be entered into the $25.00 script card drawing.
Finally, it is certainly not too early to begin discussing the Zion Auction on Saturday, April 18th. This evening is a major
fundraiser for our school. The auction provides for those educational expectations that you want for your child’s
education. Auction funds have enabled us to update our textbook series, provide Smartboards and technology, and a
plethora of other classroom needs. Beyond the importance of the evening to our school, the auction is a wonderful
night out. The auction committee has done an outstanding job planning for the event, with a number of new activities. I
am very excited about the new plans for the evening. If you cannot attend the evening but would like to assist, there
are a number of ways to do so. Please go to our website at: www.zionschoolbelleville.org then go to the auction tab or
contact the school office.
David Kniepkamp
Happy Birthday to ZLS
Staff!
February
6
th
Mrs. Hasstedt DCE
18th Mrs. Batchelder
Children’s Ministry
22nd Mrs. Aukamp
*Friday, February 13
No School-Teacher’s In-Service/SID
Convention
*Monday, February 16
No School-Presidents Day
*Thursday, February 26
Early Dismissal 1:15 p.m.Parent/Teacher Conferences
*Friday, February 27
No School- Parent/Teacher
Conferences
Choir
2/1 – Advanced Choir,
Sunday 10:45 a.m.
2/18 – Won By One,
Wednesday 3:30 p.m.
2/25 – Advanced Choir,
Wednesday 3:30 p.m.
Preschool Aid
28th Mrs. Wolf Cook
[email protected]
2/5– Primary Pod
2/12 – Pod Leaders
2/19 – 3rd Grade
2/26 – Mrs. Schmid
*Parents are welcome to
join us for chapel every
Thursday (unless otherwise
noted) at 8:30 a.m. in the
church
This month Art Club will
meet on Monday, February
9th and Monday, February
23rd until 4 p.m. Please
contact Shannon Hayes
through Fast Direct for more
information.
OR [email protected]
OR [email protected]

Fliers are available for
Belleville Parks & Rec
2015 summer baseball
and 2015 winter and
spring programs for the
Nichols Community
Center.
The Zion School Kitchen
would like to thank PTL,
Box Tops and Parents Club
for their donations towards
the purchase of a “new”
used 3 door freezer, a new
one door refrigerator and
the electrical work involved
to install these items.
Deadline for the next News-NNotes will be Wednesday,
February, 25th at 8 a.m.
for more Market
Day News.
ORDERS DUE:
Wednesday, Feb.4th
Are you on
Paper - by 3pm
Facebook?
On-Line - by 11pm
Ask to join
Zion Lutheran
NEXT SALE & PICK
UP:
Market Day.
Questions??
Wednesday, Feb. 11th
Contact Carrie Baldus
We always have extras
(C) 580.3554
and samples,
so come on by, 2:303:30pm.
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This month's Profit
will go to
Pre-Lewis
&
Pre-Hackstadt
January Profit:
Ms. Baumann's and
Mr. Hasstedt's 1st
Grade Classes
each received $50.00.
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Make sure to check
Fast Direct
Feb. 12-15 – 6th Grade Boys
Basketball Tournament @ Zion,
Staunton
Feb. 13-15 – 8th Grade Girls
Basketball Tournament @
Springfield
Feb 17 – 6/8 boys basketball
game vs. Unity 5p.m./7p.m.
8th grade girls basketball game
vs. Unity 6 p.m.
Feb. 20-22 – 8th Grade Boys
Basketball Tournament @ Christ,
Peoria
Sports News
(*Schedule is subject to change.).
Jan. 27- Jan. 31 – 8th Grade Boys
and Girls Conference Basketball
Tournament
Feb. 2 – 5/8 girls basketball game
vs. Edwardsville 6:30 p.m.
Feb. 3 – 7th grade boys basketball
game @ Troy 7:30 p.m.
5th grade girls basketball game @
Troy 6:30 p.m.
Feb. 4-8 – 5th Grade Boys and
Girls Basket ball Tournament @
Zion
Feb. 10 – 8th grade boys
basketball game vs. Centralia 7
p.m.
7th grade girls basketball game
vs. Centralia 6 p.m.
Feb. 11 – 7/8 boys basketball
game @ Good Shepherd 6:30 p.m.
Openings are available for
guitar lessons at Zion.
Openings available are
10:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and
3 p.m. on Thursdays. If you
are interested in more
information please call Bill
Heizer at 618-234-3117.
The Girl Scout Brownie
Troop #88 at Zion (2nd &
3rd grades) is collecting tab
tops for the Ronald
McDonald House. They will
be collecting from now until
the end of April. Mrs.
Stengel (Kindergarten
Teacher) has graciously
offered to store them in her
room if anyone would like
to turn in their collection a
bit at a time. The troop will
have the opportunity to go
the annual event in May to
turn in all they have
collected and participate in
the fun. So, save those tab
tops and thanks for your
support!!
January Family Table
Night
Thank you to all the families
who attended the Papa Vito’s
Family Table Night, this past
Wednesday evening. The
response was overwhelming
and the owners were happy to
see such a great turn out. Stay
tuned to hear how much we
made that evening. It was so
great to see all the Zion School
and Church families dining
together for a great cause!!
These fundraising nights help
grant our teachers items on
their wish lists!!! Thanks
again!!!
Week!! Many
opportunities to help show
our teachers how much we
love them!!
Spirit Wear
Wear ZION every
Friday!!
Order Spiritwear all year round at
ZionLutheranGear.com
(Orders due in February! See
following pages for contest
winners and new designs!)
2 ipads
1 Google Chromebook
Resource Curriculum
ipad accessories
itunes gift cards
Technology subscriptions
Early Childhood games &
resources
CD players
White boards
Privacy boards
Math manipulatives
Science technology
Book shelves and cubbies
Reading rug and various
reading resources
Music recorders and song
books
Recess equipment
National Lutheran Schools
Week art supplies
Electrical work for the new
cooler in the kitchen area
Market Day freezer
Microwave for the Kasten Kafe
Folding chairs for the gym
Zion Parents Club gives
away almost $7,000!!!
Please join us for our next
meeting, Friday, April 24th, at
8:15 a.m. in the Alongside
Commons near the church office.
Come see what’s going on, where
you can plug-in and how Parent’s
Club helps the school all year long.
If you are a parent or
grandparent, then YOU are
already a member of Parent’s
Club. Everyone, even your
toddlers, are welcome to the
meetings!!
*We will be discussing
Teacher Appreciation
As you know, Parents Club
raises money through Market
Day and Family Table Night
during the school year in order
to bless the teachers and
students at Zion. We have had
a VERY blessed year so far.
Because of Market Day and
Family Table Night
supporters…aka YOU… we were
able to give away almost
$7,000 of requests!! Here are
just some examples of the
many wishes granted:
3 Laptop computers
The Giving Tree
The Giving Tree was created
by Parents’ Club to provide
Zion teachers with desired
classroom needs; items they
would otherwise do without,
or have to purchase on their
own.
The Giving Tree is now
displayed on the Parents’
Club bulletin board outside of
the school office.
Check for apples often for
items you may have at your
home, or items you could
purchase for a Zion teacher.
Thank you!
The following items are
currently being requested:
No requests at this time.
Please check back later!
WALL OF HONOR
Looking for all MILITARY
parents, even grandparents
at Zion!!! Retired military
count too!! Please reply to this
fast direct with your name
and branch of the military.
Also, please drop by the
office a PHOTO of yourself, or
you and your child/family, so
that we can hang the pictures
on our Wall of Honor. If it
would be easier to email a
photo, please send to
[email protected]
Thank you for all you do for
our country!
The SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR is right around the corner, bringing lots of great books to Zion! It will be
open March 10-13, so please put it on your calendar. A sign-up sheet will be coming home sometime in
February. We need help setting up/decorating before the fair, helping the students make wish lists and shopping
on their days, and packing up the books on the following Monday. Lots of volunteers make the fair run
smoothly, so please consider helping if you can! If you have any questions, or would like to volunteer for the
fair right now (hey, I can dream!), please contact me in the library or through Fast Direct.
Mrs. Papka
1. Prodigal Living Gatherings
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Prodigal means to spend until you have nothing left. It’s a term we most often connect to the behavior of a
wayward son in the “Parable of the Lost Son” told by Jesus in Luke 15. Jesus is showing us the God of great
expenditure, who has “spent all” for us, his children. God’s reckless grace is our greatest hope, a life –changing
experience.”
Just before Jesus “spent all” by sacrificing his life on our behalf, He took on the role of a servant and washed
the disciple’s feet (John 13: 1-5, 12-17) telling them: “I have set you an example that you should do as I have
done for you.” So, we follow Jesus example. Having received His lavish, “prodigal” love we now have an
opportunity to live a “prodigal” life, spending the gifts the Father has lavished on us in service to others. That’s
“Prodigal Living.” That’s “the Christ-like Servant Life!
What’s happening Feb 1-15?

A Sermon Series, Feb 1,8,15

One of 9 Congregational Gatherings

OneTogether Worship Service on Sunday Feb. 15 at 9:30 am (With Communion, we will be done by 10:45)

Chili Cook-off - a Congregational Meal (Free will Offering and Chili Voting to benefit Zion Youth, Feb. 15,
11:00 am, Gym (Ticketed, 325)
2. Chili Dinner and Cook-off
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Join us Sunday, February 15 for a congregation wide Chili Dinner and Cook-off at 11:00 am in the school gym.
One main "mild" chili for everyone!

Specialty Chili Cook-Off Contestant Offerings to taste and vote on.

Hot dogs also available. (and some Gluten free)

Dessert (brought by Zion members - sign up when you register)

Tickets are free but there will be a free will donation available. There is also a small fee to taste specialty
chilies.

Any proceeds will benefit Zion Youth Ministry.+

One Worship Service Feb. 15, 9:30 AM. (No Sunday School or Adult Classes)
Holy Communion is included but it will be no longer than 1 hour and 15 minutes. The Chili Dinner is immediately
following.
3. Volunteer for Prodigal Living Gatherings and Chili Cook-off
We're using VolunteerSpot (the leading online signup and reminder tool) to organize our upcoming signups.
Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:
1) Click this link to see our Sign-Up on VolunteerSpot: http://vols.pt/QZ446M
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on VolunteerSpot.
January Spotlight on Curriculum
The Zion English and writing curriculums are the focus on this month’s “Spotlight on Curriculum.” These two
curricular areas have seen some dramatic changes over the last seven years. Those changes began with the
adoption of the new Shurley English method in 2007. It is a unique method that helps teachers focus on
students’ different learning styles to make language arts skills clear, logical, and easy.
This series focuses on grammar development and sentence structure from the kindergarten level through the
eighth grade. Our students learn grammar definitions by singing and moving to jingles. They learn to find
patterns in sentences by rehearsing a series of questions; finding the answers to those questions means
identifying the jobs of certain words within the sentences. Observing our students in the classroom, they
definitely know the material and can apply it within their assignments.
Writing has always been important, but in today’s world, writing development has become an important
emphasis of student learning. That is true in our classrooms here at Zion. Fundamental writing skills actually
begin in our pre-school program and are developed all the way through expository and persuasive essays in
our eighth grade classes. These important components of our Zion curriculum are detailed in the following
review.
As I just mentioned writing actually begins in pre-school. Here staff members use the Handwriting Without
Tears Curriculum to develop students' writing abilities. The emphasis of this curriculum is the development of
the proper writing grip and the foundation of letter formation and directionality using a variety of different
modems including pencils, crayons and iPads.
Kindergarten students begin the writing process by writing beginning and endings sounds of a word, then
sounding words out listening to every letter, then writing multiple words to form a sentence. Students are
also taught to use capital letters for names and beginnings of sentences, and putting periods at the end of
sentences. Mrs. Stengel and Miss Berry keep every written journal page throughout the year putting each
student’s work in a binder. At the end of the year students and parents can see the progress made during the
year.
English is the favorite subject of many first grade students because they love the memory jingles and activities
that are used to recall the different parts of speech. Students are actually moving around and singing about
different parts of speech! (That is very different from my English memories back in the pre-historic days!)
First graders also make a big jump in the writing process by actually writing stories. The emphasis is on writing
fiction stories, but a few non-fiction stories are intertwined into the process. Students actually interviewed
each other about their Christmas break and then wrote about what their friends did.
Second grade focuses on punctuation and capitalization rules, as well as labeling sentences on the smart
board. Second graders like “Question-Answer-Flow”. Students are asked questions about a sentence like
"What is the boy doing?" the students respond as a class by saying "The boy ran- Verb." Synonyms and
antonyms are also introduced at this grade level.
Second grade students’ journal daily, but more importantly, they begin learning about the actual process of
writing with an emphasis on brainstorming, the rough draft, conferencing and revising, and finally the final
draft. Students learn 4-square writing, which teaches students how to write a paragraph. One exciting
element of the second grade writing program is the “Socks Award.” This motivational tool encourages
students to write their best work to "knock Ms. Lotz’s or Mrs. Berteau’s socks off.” Two students are
rewarded for their excellent work with each assignment.
Third grade English continues their work with jingles to remember parts of speech and terminology,
occasionally dancing while they are learning. The smart board is used to hold sentence labeling races to
increase speed in parts of speech recognition. Third grade also advances the writing process by introducing
creative writing pieces that include dialogue and how to use it in their own personal writing style. Students
are learning to use different points of view and how to use it in their writing.
Fourth grade students jump into the writing process writing three point expository paragraphs at the
beginning of the year. From paragraph writing, students are then challenged to write a three point expository
essay and then a persuasive essay. One of the recent writing assignments encouraged students to write about
their favorite Bible hero, favorite Bible verse, or their favorite book of the Bible.
In fifth grade English, students have been studying compound and complex sentences, learning how to insert
and use commas and semicolons. Students have also been learning about coordinate conjunctions,
subordinators, and connective adverbs and how they are used to create a complete thought within a
sentence. Fifth graders are taking their grammatical knowledge applying it within their book reports as they
write about favorite author, professional athlete, president, or historical figure.
Junior high (6th-8th grade students) continue to review grammar development and sentence structure while
putting them into practice through writing. They increase their vocabulary by studying words and their
origins, relate words to each other by examining and writing analogies, and expand their research skills finding
and using the information and resources available to them. Students journal about pictures, movie and news
clips, and songs. They are also instructed in and practice writing on a variety of topics in all genres like
expository essays, descriptive writings and poetry, persuasive essays, compare and contrast essays, and
narratives. Their writings travel through the entire process beginning with prewriting (organizing their ideas),
drafting, revising and peer editing, finalizing their writing and sharing it with others. It’s an extensive process
that helps them take great care and pride in their work while growing as writers.
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL
Over the last four years, Zion students have generally scored higher in the English discipline than the other
disciplines. Students moving into the high schools are very successful in the various English programs they
attend.
Cordially invites you to
attend our Open House
Sunday, February 8, 2015
1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR PRESCHOOL – 8TH GRADE
You’re Invited to:
 Tour the facilities
 Ask questions
 Receive registration material
For more information call 234-0275
Or check out our website zionschoolbelleville.org
Children welcome!
RSVP not required
Our Vision: That every child knows Jesus as his/her personal Savior
Mission Statement
Zion Lutheran School provides a Christ centered approach to education.
This education nurtures the child’s faith, equipping him/her
to use and share that faith on a daily basis.
2015 Zion Spirit Wear
Design Contest Winners
CONGRATULATIONS!!
Paige Dill & Adore Batchelder 3rd Grade
Jacob Bates & Sophia Tantillo 4th Grade
Mia Tantillo 3rd Grade
Lydia Holcomb 6th Grade
Quin Gray 4th Grade
Montana Kasten 7th Grade
Go to
ZionLutheranGear.com
Choose from student created designs & MORE!
Group order (FREE Shipping to the school)
Deadline February 12th
 Tickets Are On Sale
Now!!!
 Free Babysitting!!
 Chance at a hotel
stay!!
 Follow the link at
the bottom of this
page!!
Class Baskets Are
Underway!!
Sign-Up for Day Service
FRIDAY and MONDAY
FEBRUARY 13th, and FEBRUARY 16th, is happening now!
EARLY SIGN-UP is by Wednesday, FEBRUARY 4th, 2015
Cost:
Cost:
Cost:
Cost:
per registered ASP child $25 signed up by Wed., FEB. 4th, 2015, at 6p.m.
per registered ASP child $32 not signed up by FEB. 4th, 2015, at 6p.m.
per non-registered ASP child $29 signed up by FEB.4th, 2015, at 6p.m.
per non-registered ASP child $36 not signed up by FEB. 4th, 2015, at 6pm
A $2.00 per child late fee will be added for attendance without a 24 hour notice of any registered program, including
pre-school students in the Extended Care program. Example: Day Service begins at 7:00 a.m. on Sept. 10th, parents not
giving notice of attendance before 7 a.m. on Sept. 9th will be assessed the $2.00 late fee.
Children are to bring a lunch and quiet time items (blanket/pillow for cots).
Payment is due the day you sign up. As always, if you sign up there is no refund.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call or fast direct!
Sincerest Blessings,
Ms. Julie Anne Gettys
Extended School Director
Yes, my child(ren) will attend:
FRIDAY, FEB. 13th ____________________
MONDAY, FEB. 16th _______________
Child’s Name________________________________________________
Parent Signature__________________Date________________
AMOUNT PD________________Payment method__________
Zion Lutheran School & Preschool
2014-2015 School Calendar
AUGUST 2014
12 – ZLS Open House 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
14 – Classroom Prep/1st Night of School 6:00-7:00
15 – First Full Day of School
18 – Preschool 4 yr. old begins
19 – Preschool 3 yr. old begins
SEPTEMBER 2014
1 – NO SCHOOL – LABOR DAY
15 – 19 – Internet Safety Week
19 – NO SCHOOL/ IN-SERVICE DAY
OCTOBER 2014
9-10 – NO SCHOOL/CID/SID CONF. - COLLINSVILLE
13 – NO SCHOOL – COLUMBUS DAY
17 – END OF 1ST QUARTER
17 – 1:15 P.M. EARLY DISMISSAL/FACULTY
MEETING
18 – State Cross Country Meet
20 – Picture Day
23 – 1:15 p.m. EARLY DISMISSAL/Parent-Teacher
Conferences (appointments available: 4 to 8 p.m.)
24 – NO SCHOOL - Parent-Teacher Conferences
(Appointments available: 8:30 a.m. – noon)
31 – HARVEST FESTIVAL
NOVEMBER 2014
2– Daylight Savings Time
7-9 – State Volleyball Tournament
11 – NO SCHOOL/VETERANS’ DAY
18 – Picture Re-take Day
21 – NO SCHOOL/IN-SERVICE DAY
24 – Fall Sports Banquet
26-28 – NO SCHOOL/THANKSGIVING BREAK
DECEMBER 2014
3 – Advent Service –
10 – Advent Service –
17 – Advent Service –
19 – Christmas Celebration in classrooms
19 – END OF 2nd QUARTER & END OF 1st SEMESTER
22 – Christmas Vacation begins
JANUARY 2015
5 – NO SCHOOL/IN-SERVICE DAY
6 – School resumes
16 – 1:15 P.M. EARLY DISMISSAL/FACULTY MEETING
19 – NO SCHOOL – MLKING DAY
26-30 – National Lutheran School Week
FEBRUARY 2015
8 – Open House 1 to 3 p.m.
12 – Valentine Party in the classrooms
13– NO SCHOOL/IN-SERVICE DAY/District Convention
16 – NO SCHOOL/PRESIDENTS’ DAY
18 – Ash Wednesday
25 – Lenten Service
26 –1:15 p.m. EARLY DISMISSAL/Parent-Teacher
Conferences (4 to 8 p.m.)
27 – NO SCHOOL - Parent-Teacher Conferences
(Appointments available: 8:30 a.m. – noon)
MARCH 2015
4 - Lenten Service
6-8 State Basketball/Cheerleading Contests
8 – Daylight Savings Time
9 – NO SCHOOL/IN-SERVICE DAY
11 – Lenten Service
13 – GRANDPARENTS’ DAY
13 – 1:15 P.M. EARLY DISMISSAL/FACULTY
MEETING
13 - END OF 3rd QUARTER
17 – Winter Sports Banquet
18 – Lenten Service
21 – Zion Grade School Music Contest
25 – Lenten Service
31 – Easter Celebration (Pre-K-8)
APRIL 2015
1-6 – NO SCHOOL/EASTER VACATION
5 – EASTER
7 – NO SCHOOL/IN-SERVICE
13-17 Iowa Test of Basic Skills
18 – Zion PTL Auction
26 – Confirmation 10:45 a.m.
MAY 2015
TBD – School Picnic
16 & 17 – State Track Field Meet
18 – Eighth Grade Graduation
19-23 – 8th Gr. Class Trip
21 – Pre-School Graduation
25 – Memorial Day
28 – Kindergarten Graduation 8:30 a.m.
28 – END OF 4TH QUARTER/
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL – 10 a.m. DISMISSAL
29 –FACULTY IN-SERVICE DAY