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HAPPY NEW YEAR!! 01/9/2021 Mr. Jerry Jiter, Principal WRLHS MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Wolf River Lutheran High School is to provide a quality, Bible-based, Christian high school education which will prepare students to attain their life goals and to lead productive

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HAPPY NEW

YEAR!! 01/9/2021Mr. Jerry Jiter, Principal

WRLHS MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Wolf River Lutheran High School is to provide a quality, Bible-based, Christian highschool education which will prepare students to attain their life goals and to lead productive

Christian lives in an ever-changing world under God’s grace in Jesus Christ.

2020-2021 SCHOOL THEME

"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you andhelp you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

~Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)

WRLHS VISION STATEMENT

The Vision of Wolf River Lutheran High School is to grow and prepare tomorrow's leaders totransform the world for Christ.

CORE VALUES

Christ-centered: WRLHS challenges individuals to grow and live their faith through instructionin the Word of God, as well as through example.Community: The Holy Spirit renews our lives through faith, and we strive to share this joythrough serving others in our community.Connects: WRLHS connects with students academically, socially, and spiritually in meaningfulways.Creates: WRLHS creates the skills necessary for student success.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Lutheran High School admits students of any race, color, nationality or ethnic origin to all the rights,privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality or ethnic origin in school-administered programs.

All new students must go through an application process. Wolf River Lutheran High School tries toserve students of varying academic abilities. However, the school does not have the resourcesneeded to serve students who have signi�cant academic needs. Lutheran High School desires tosurround its students with positive in�uences. Applicants who desire to transfer to Lutheran HighSchool because of an extended suspension or expulsion from their present or previous school willlikely be denied enrollment. However, each application is considered on an individual basis. WolfRiver Lutheran High School reserves the right to accept or decline any student application.

LEARN ABOUT WRLHSLEARN ABOUT WRLHS

WOLF RIVER IN WORDS & PICTURES!

Hear and see what others are saying about Wolf River Lutheran High School. Follow the link below.

A GOOD FIT?

Is Wolf River Lutheran High School a good �t for your high school childand your family? Now is the time to start thinking about the answer tothat question. I invite you and your family to tour Wolf River. One of ourStudent Council members will lead the tour and at the end we can talkmore speci�cs in the o�ce. Or, maybe your middle school or highschool child would like to shadow for a day. That can easily bearranged.

Check the Wolf River bulletin board at your congregation or contact Principal Jiter at 715-745-2400or [email protected].

GOT ANY GOOD BOOKS?

Some of our paperback books are getting a little worn. If you wouldhappen to have any of these books at home or maybe see them for saleat a cheap price and if they are in good condition, we could sure usethem!!

They all must be UNABRIDGED!White Fang by Jack LondonThe Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel HawthorneThe Great Gatsby by F. Scott FitzgeraldThe Count of Monte Cristo - by Alexander DumasThe Red Badge of Courage by Stephen CranePrincess Bride by William GoldmanLife of Pi by Yann MartelThe Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck

YOUR THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS

Just a reminder that eligible members have until March 31st todirect their Choice Dollars. If Choice Dollars haven't been directedby then, any remaining funds in the program budget will bedesignated by Thriven to further promote participation in theprogram or for other purposes. The goal is to get the greatestamount of eligible members involved to recommend howcharitable funds are distributed. Make a positive impact - pleaseconsider directing your Choice Dollars to WOLF RIVER LUTHERANHIGH SCHOOL.

REP CORNER

HOW CAN YOUR CONGREGATION LEARN MORE ABOUT YOURLUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL?

Invite Principal Jiter to your next Voter's Meeting.Invite Principal Jiter to your next Church Council Meeting.Invite Principal Jiter to your next Adult Bible Study.Invite Principal Jiter to your next Sunday School Teacher'sMeeting

Invite Principal Jiter to your next Parent-Teacher Meeting.Invite Principal Jiter to your next Faculty Meeting.Invite Principal Jiter to your next WINKLE Meeting.

Principal Jiter just might bring some students with him!! If you areinterested or have any questions, please contact Principal JerryJiter at 715-745-2400 or email him at [email protected].

OPPORTUNITIES TO VIEW & PARTICIPATE IN PRO-LIFE

EVENTS!

1. "Unplanned" video followed by discussion - Wednesday, January 13th, 6:00 p.m. in the WRLHSCommons

2. Special Speaker and Discussion, "Truth from Someone Who's Been There", Sunday, January17th, 2:30 p.m. Discussion, at the Clintonville Community Center

Wolf River Lutheran High School is Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Recognized ServiceOrganization (RSO). One of our Biblical beliefs is that human life starts at conception. Accordingly,we are Pro-Life. Thus, supporting life from all stages of development from the womb to the elderly.Abortion and infanticide are not social issues but life issues.

I encourage you to attend both events. Bring a friend. I hope to see you there. Please feel free tocontact Principal Jiter if you have any questions or concerns.

UNPLANNED at Wolf RiverUnplanned is the inspiring true story of one woman's journey of transformation. All Abby Johnsonever wanted to do was to help women. As one of the youngest Planned Parenthood clinic directorsin the nation, she was involved in upwards of 22,000 abortions and counseled countless womenabout their reproductive choices. Her passion surrounding a woman's rights to choose even led herto become a spokesperson for Planned Parenthood, �ghting to enact legislation for the cause sheso deeply believed in.

Until the day she saw something that changed everything, leading Abby Johnson to join her formerenemies at 40 Days for Life and become one of the most ardent pro-life speakers in America.

Join us for the Unplanned movie and discussion to follow. It will be held at Wolf River Lutheran HighSchool Commons on Wednesday, January 13th starting at 6:00 p.m. Refreshments and fellowshipbegin at 5:00 p.m. Let Principal Jiter know if you have any questions by contacting him at 715-745-2400 or [email protected].

Brenda Hansen, Special SpeakerBrenda Hansen will be a speaker for this event. She has �rsthand experience about abortions andtheir effect on women, men, families, and health care workers. She is an author, editor, andinspirational speaker. She shares her experience as pregnancy are center consultant in anengaging format.

Join us at the Clintonville Community Center at 30 S Main Street in Clintonville. The event starts at2:30 p.m. on January 17th. There will be a silent auction and diaper drive at the event to bene�tAssurance Women's Center in Appleton.

The next WRLHS Board Meeting will be held on Monday,

January 11, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. in the Commons.

WRLHS BOARD MEETINGS

The Board of Directors meetings are open to the public. If you want toaddress the Board of Directors, please contact Mr. Arvey in advance.You may email your request to him at [email protected] at least3 days prior to the meeting date. During the meeting you may observebut you are not allowed to ask any questions or make any commentsunless you have been placed on the agenda. The Board of Directorsmay need to go into closed session if needed in order to talk ofpersonnel issues.

WHAT'S COMING UP AT WRLHS?

JANUARY16th - Little Eagles Basketball Camp, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.19th - SPORTS PICTURES & RETAKES23rd - Little Eagles Basketball Camp, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.30th - Little Eagles Basketball Camp, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.25th-29th - National Lutheran Schools Week

FEBRUARY2nd - Little Eagles perform @ Home Basketball Game 1/2 time5th - Mid-terms7th - BBQ Sunday - Drive Thru Only14th - SPAGHETTI DINNER CANCELED19th - NO SCHOOL - VACATION DAY

MARCH5th - End of 3rd Quarter11th - Parent-Teacher Conferences14th - BOOSTER CLUB TRIVIA EVENT29th - April 5th - SPRING BREAK - NO SCHOOL

PARENT MEETINGS

The Board of Directors will host two parent meetings in the secondsemester. These meetings are designed as listening posts for theBoard of Directors. Parents are invited to attend to share theirthoughts, opinions, dreams and desires for your Wolf RiverLutheran High School.

PARENT MEETINGS:Monday, January 11, 2021 - 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.Monday, March 8, 2021 - 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

IT'S COMING!! PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK

BELOW TO SEE WRLHS GUIDELINES FOR

CLOSINGS, DELAYS & CANCELATIONS.

WRLHS WINTER WEATHER INFORMATIONWRLHS WINTER WEATHER INFORMATION

WANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH US?

Here is contact information for WRLHS staff in case you would liketo get in touch with them.

Mr. Jerry Jiter, Principal - 715-745-2400, ext. 101 [email protected]. Jean Beauprey, Secretary - 715-745-2400, ext. 100 [email protected]. Jonathan Berkesch, Teacher - 715-745-2400, ext. 104 [email protected]. Ralph Beversdorf - 715-745-2400, ext. 106 [email protected]. Vivian Castro, Spanish Facilitator - 715-745-2400, ext. 105 [email protected]. Sydney Heimann, Teacher - 715-745-2400, ext. 102 [email protected]

Mr. Llew Kramer, Teacher - 715-745-2400, ext. 103 [email protected]