The Colonial Times
December 14, 2018
Happy Holidays!
December has been a very busy month here at Log College! Students in our music programs just completed their winter concerts, and we are so pleased with how well they performed! Our annual Toys for Tots drive concluded with five bins of toys going to needy children in the area. Our PBIS spirit days have been a great deal of fun and have included 'decades day', Hawaiian Shirt Day, Black and Red Day today, and Meme Day coming up on Monday. We will finish up 2018 with our annual PBIS Winter Games on December 21st, which is always a fun (and funny) time. Some upcoming dates to look our for are:
- 12/17- Meme Day: Dress like your favorite meme (school appropriate)
- 12/21- PBIS Winter Games
- 12/22/18 through 1/1/19- Schools Closed for Winter Break
Feeding Everyone at Special Times (FEAST)
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Teacher Spotlight
Door Decorating Contest
Student Artwork
Winter Concerts
Log College’s winter vocal and instrumental concerts were huge successes! Students’ hard work and dedication was evident when the choruses, bands, and orchestras performed, putting audience members in the holiday spirit! In addition to the musical performances, both concerts presented original artwork from students.
The choruses put the audience in a festive mood by singing a variety of songs ranging from contemporary hits like Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas is You,” and Sia’s “Santa’s Coming for Us” to traditional music like “Carol of the Bells” and “The Christmas Song,” also known as “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire.” Daniel David was featured as a piano accompanist for the Hanukkah song, “Hanerot Halalu.” All choruses collaborated by singing “Hot Chocolate!” for the vocal concert’s grand finale!
The festive mood continued for a second night of excellent performances from Log College’s instrumental ensembles. “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” “Jingle Bells! Samba Bells!,” “I’ll be home for Christmas,” and Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” were crowd favorites that were performed by the bands and orchestras. It was a real treat listening to Ricky Ridpath playing a surprise performance of “Julie-o” on his cello! The instrumental concert ended with a spectacular performance of all band and orchestra members playing “A Festive Fanfare!”
Both concerts showcased the many talents in our school, and teamwork between students and staff! It was great to see so many families attend the concerts and support their children and the music department at Log College!
Toys for Tots
Winter Vocal Concert
Winter Instrumental Concert
LCMS Cheerleaders Spreading Holiday Cheer!
Our Log College Cheerleaders went Christmas Caroling at Christ Home Senior Community on December 11th to spread some holiday cheer to the residents there. The staff and residents of Christ Home appreciated having the girls there and they really brought the holiday spirit to the community!
We're proud of our girls for their service to the community, and we extend a big thank you to Ms Chase for all that you do for the team and for helping out with such a great night for all!
From the School Nurse
All students in Grade 6 need a physical examination, this should include the required immunzations for 7th grade (Tdap & Meningococcal). The physical examination form needs to be completed by your child’s doctor and returned to the school nurse.
Students in Grade 7 need a dental examination. The dental examination form needs to be completed by your child’s dentist and returned to the school nurse.
Form are available on our website or in the nurse's office.
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact the school nurse.
Thank you for your ongoing support, as we strive to keep the children of LCMS safe and healthy!
Winter Weather
While it is still officially Fall for a few more weeks (although the pre-Thanksgiving snowstorm would make you think otherwise!), winter weather is a very real possibility from this point forward. Please stay tuned to local news outlets, Centennial SD's social media accounts, and Log College's social media accounts for updates on delays and cancellations.
Attendance Procedures
Please be sure to turn in absence excuse notes within three (3) days of your child's return to school. Absences will remain unexcused until notes or turned in or if the three day window is exceeded. If your child has 10 or more cumulative days of absence, a doctor's note is required for all absences past 10 days.
Absence excuse notes can also be emailed to Log College at the following address:
For family trips during the school year, a Family Trip Request Form must be submitted to the Principal at least two weeks (10 school days) prior to your trip. All requests submitted less than 10 days prior will be denied.