Lion Tales 2/27/2020

Upcoming...

Today, Feb 27 Volleyball HOME games vs Delavan, 6:00

Friday, Feb 28 5th-HS field trip to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago

Monday, March 2 Volleyball practice

Tuesday, March 3 Volleyball HOME games vs Havana, 6:00

Wednesday, March 4 Volleyball practice

Thursday, March 5 Volleyball games @ Tremont, 6:00.  Departure 5:10.

Friday, March 6 No School- End of Quarter 3 and Teacher In-Service

Sunday, March 8 Spring Forward!  Daylight Savings Time Begins.

March 9-11 Spring Conferences

Tuesday, April 7th Easter Program

Solo and Ensemble Contest Rescheduled

Band students will have their Solo and Ensemble contest rescheduled.  Tentative reschedule date is Saturday, March 14. Band parents - look for information from Mrs. Stribling next week regarding this.

Easter program- Journey to the Cross

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 7th for CLA’s annual Easter program!  We will be doing Journey to the Cross,  a multi-sensory experience with stations (similar to the Road to Resurrection we did a couple of years ago!)  Please invite friends, family and neighbors to this outreach event to help spread the Good News of Jesus’ sacrifice for us. 

To help us plan, we are asking that everyone planning on attending to fill out the Google Form below.  We will have groups of 10-15 people go through at a time, and this will help us ensure short wait times!  Please go to  https://tinyurl.com/tsshntk to sign up and request a time!

MS/HS Shedd Aquarium Trip

Middle school/High School students will be traveling to Shedd Aquarium tomorrow -  Friday, February 28th. We are leaving no later than 6am and are tentatively scheduled to arrive back at the school around 5:30pm.  Students must bring a sack lunch with disposable items- please do not send reusable containers.  

**Students must wear CLA gear (shirts/hoodies) that must be visible at all times.  Students not wearing CLA gear at the time of departure will not attend the trip. There will not be a way for students to obtain a shirt that morning, so plan accordingly.**

From the Principal's Desk

I was gone for a couple of days last week, and enjoyed a short vacation in South Carolina, reconnecting with friends from my home in Pennsylvania.  In chapel this week, I shared with the students how enjoyable it was to spend time fellowshiping with friends who share my faith, and who challenge me as a person, father, and friend.  Looking forward to how some of our students, after spending years together at CLA, will be able to count lifelong friendships as one of the benefits of their CLA experience!

Blessings,

        Mr. Horning

Lion Tales 2/20/2020

Upcoming...

Monday, Feb 24 Volleyball AWAY games at Olympia Middle School, 6:00.  Depart 5:10

Wednesday, Feb 26 Volleyball practice

Thursday, Feb 27 Volleyball HOME games vs Delavan, 6:00

Friday, Feb 28 5th-HS field trip to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago

Saturday, Feb 29 Solo and Ensemble contest for Band students at Living Hope 9:00am

Friday, March 6 No School- End of Quarter 3 and Teacher In-Service

March 9-11 Spring Conferences

Tuesday, April 7th Easter Program

Solo and Ensemble Contest on Saturday, February 29th

Band students will have their Solo and Ensemble contest Saturday, Feb 29th at 9:00am at Living Hope Community Church in Hopedale.  Plan on arriving 20 minutes prior to your scheduled solo time and dressed nicely- no jeans, flip flops, athletic wear, etc. Parents- be sure to check your email this evening for more details!

Easter program- Journey to the Cross

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 7th for CLA’s annual Easter program!  We will be doing Journey to the Cross,  a multi-sensory experience with stations (similar to the Road to Resurrection we did a couple of years ago!)  Please invite friends, family and neighbors to this outreach event to help spread the Good News of Jesus’ sacrifice for us. 

To help us plan, we are asking that everyone planning on attending to fill out the Google Form below.  We will have groups of 10-15 people go through at a time, and this will help us ensure short wait times!  Please go to  https://tinyurl.com/tsshntk to sign up and request a time!

MS/HS Shedd Aquarium Trip

Middle school/High School students will be traveling to Shedd Aquarium next Friday, February 28th.  We are leaving no later than 6am and are tentatively scheduled to arrive back at the school around 5:30pm.  Students must bring a sack lunch with disposable items- please do not send reusable containers.  

**Students must wear CLA gear (shirts/hoodies) that must be visible at all times.  Students not wearing CLA gear at the time of departure will not attend the trip. There will not be a way for students to obtain a shirt that morning, so plan accordingly.**

CLA Gear order from Signs of Success

If you ordered CLA gear from Signs of Success (especially for the Shedd Aquarium trip), those items will be in early next week. 

From the Principal's Desk

Our chapel series for the past 6 weeks has been about building a foundation under the light (or lighthouse) that we each try to shine for Jesus.  I’d encourage you to ask your kids about what that foundation contains. We talked about the Word of God, Forgiveness, Fellowship, Prayer, and Sharing with others.  If we all continue to build that foundation, our light will shine greater for Jesus every day!

Blessings,  Mr. Horning

Lion Tales 2/6/2020

Upcoming...

Friday, Feb 7 FAMILY GAME NIGHT! - 6:00 pm - details below!

HS BOYS basketball @ ICCS Tournament (Friday/Saturday)

HS GIRLS basketball @ Bloomington Trinity 7:15

Monday, Feb 10 Volleyball practice at CLA

HS Boys Basketball practice at LHCC

Tuesday, Feb 11 Volleyball games at St. Mary’s Bloomington, 6:00

HS Girls Basketball practice at CLA

Wednesday, Feb 12 Volleyball practice at CLA

HS Boys Basketball practice at LHCC

Thursday, Feb 13 HS Girls Basketball practice at CLA

Friday, Feb 14 HS Girls/Boys Basketball AWAY games at Danville

Fri-Mon, Feb 14-17 No School - Presidents’ Day Weekend

*******FAMILY GAME NIGHT****** 

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7 - at the school - begins at 6:00 PM

Bring GAMES to play 

and SNACKS to share 

(if you would like).

A great time to have fun 

with other CLA families!

PIZZA RANCH FUNDRAISER

What a GREAT event supporting the CLA Technology fund last Saturday.  Over $1,000 was raised!!! Thanks to everyone who volunteered and came to enjoy the pizza and fellowship.  

AR Store

We are planning to have an AR store at the beginning of May.  This is where students use the points they have earned from reading and taking AR tests to "buy" prizes.  We will need two volunteers to help set up and run the store which will be on a school day afternoon. We will also need donations of items for the students to buy.  This year, the store will be for the K-4th grade students and the 5th-8th grade students will be able to earn a gift card if they meet a pre-determined point goal. Please contact Mrs. Gibson at [email protected] if you have any questions or are able to help!   

From the Principal's Desk

What a wonderful God we serve.  My reminder for today is that we KNOW who holds the FUTURE in HIS hands… what a great thought and comfort as we walk through this life.

Blessings!        Mr. Horning

Lion Tales 1/30/2020- the Super Late Edition. :)

Upcoming...

Thursday, Jan 30 AWAY basketball at Concordia Peoria. Elem 5:00/JH 6:00/HS Girls 7:00

Friday, Jan 31 AWAY basketball HS Boys at Mahomet vs Champaign Cyclones 7:00

Saturday, Feb 1 AWAY basketball JH Boys at Danville Shootout

Pizza Ranch Fundraiser! Pizza Ranch in Morton - 11 am - 3 pm

Monday, Feb 3 HS Boys Basketbal practice

HOME Volleyball games vs South Pekin 6:00 pm

Tuesday, Feb 4 HS Girls Basketball practice

Away Volleyball games at Pekin St. Joseph 6:30 pm.  Depart 5:25

Wednesday, Feb 5 2 pm EARLY DISMISSAL (Teacher In-Service)

NO volleyball practice

HS Boys Basketball practice

Thursday, Feb 6 HOME basketball vs First Baptist Danville  5:00 HS girls 6:00 HS boys

Friday, Feb 7 FAMILY GAME NIGHT! at 6pm. Bring your favorite game and a snack to share.

HS BOYS basketball @ ICCS Tournament (Friday/Saturday)

HS GIRLS basketball @ Bloomington Trinity 7:15

PIZZA RANCH FUNDRAISER

Don't forget our Pizza Ranch Fundraiser this Saturday from 11:00-3:00!  Come out for a great meal to support our school. Students can still sign up to help and earn community service hours and if you are able to help in the kitchen, even for just half an hour, please let Lauren Gibson know!  

AR Store

We are planning to have an AR store at the beginning of May.  This is where students use the points they have earned from reading and taking AR tests to "buy" prizes.  We will need two volunteers to help set up and run the store which will be on a school day afternoon. We will also need donations of items for the students to buy.  This year, the store will be for the K-4th grade students and the 5th-8th grade students will be able to earn a gift card if they meet a pre-determined point goal. Please contact Mrs. Gibson at [email protected] if you have any questions or are able to help!   

Coupon Books Available in the school office

Diner’s Club Coupon Books, with buy one get one free coupons, for many local restaurants - are available for $30 at the school office.  Get yours now… contact Wendy Westley if you would like one! [email protected] 

From the Principal's Desk

What a week this has been.  We are grateful that it appears we are on the rebound from all the illness that has been rumbling through our school.  If we continue to be cautious and watchful for symptoms, we should be able to keep moving in a healthy direction. I am thankful for the healing that God provides, and for the grace He affords us as we do our best to keep our children healthy.

Blessings!      

Mr. Horning

Lion Tales 1/23/2020

Upcoming...

Friday, January 24 Volleyball practice 3:30 - 5:00

Sat, January 25 HOME - JH Basketball Tournament.  CLA games at 10:00 and 1:00

HS Girls Basketball practice at LHCC 10:00-11:30

Monday, January 27 HS Boys Basketball practice

Volleyball practice

Tuesday, January 28 HS Girls Basketball practice

AWAY basketball at Calvary Chillicothe. Elem 4:30/JH 5:30/HS Boys 6:30

Wednesday, Jan 29 HS Boys Basketball practice

Volleyball practice

Thursday, Jan 30 AWAY basketball at Concordia Peoria. Elem 5:00/JH 6:00/HS Girls 7:00

Friday, Jan 31 AWAY basketball HS Boys at Mahomet vs Champaign Cyclones 7:00

Saturday, Feb 1 AWAY basketball JH Boys at Danville Shootout

Pizza Ranch Fundraiser! Pizza Ranch in Morton - 11 am - 3 pm

Friday, Feb 7 FAMILY GAME NIGHT! - look for information soon, and join the fun!

PIZZA RANCH FUNDRAISER

On Saturday, Feb 1 from 11- 3 at Pizza Ranch in Morton, Christian Life Academy will be the featured community group!  WE could still use a couple volunteers to help serve that day, especially two adults (over 16) to help in the kitchen.  All Tips and a % of all sales during that time period are donated to CLA. Contact Mrs. Lauren Gibson - [email protected] to volunteer or get more information.  Even if you aren’t able to help (or eat at Pizza Ranch) that day, please spread the word!

Coupon Books Available in the school office

Diner’s Club Coupon Books, with buy one get one free coupons, for many local restaurants - are available for $30 at the school office.  Get yours now… contact Wendy Westley if you would like one! [email protected] 

From the Principal's Desk

I just wanted to take an opportunity today, to say “thank you” to our CLA family… several conversations I’ve had over the past week regarding situations or struggles in the education world have helped me, once again, to realize the amazing group of families we have here at our school.  What a blessing to share the educational and spiritual journey with our CLA family!

Blessings!      

Mr. Horning

Lion Tales 1/16/2020

Upcoming...

Thrusday, Jan 16 Elem/JH Basketball practice at CLA

HS Girls Basketball practice at LHCC

Friday, January 17 3:45 pm Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF) meeting

AWAY game - HS Girls Basketball at Danville Baptist, 6:30 pm

Monday, January 20 NO SCHOOL - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Tuesday, January 21 HS Girls Basketball practice at CLA

AWAY games - Elem 6:00 / JH 7:00 at Mt Pulaski Zion.  Depart 4:30

Wed, January 22 Volleyball practice

Thurs, January 23 HS Girls Basketball practice at CLA

AWAY games - Elem 6:00 / JH 7:00 at Cornerstone. Depart 4:30

Friday, January 24 Volleyball practice

Sat, January 25 HOME - JH Basketball Tournament.  CLA games at 10:00 and 1:00

Join in with Parent Teacher Fellowship!

The first PTF meeting of the semester will be TOMORROW (Friday, January 17), at 3:45 pm.  This is a great time to get involved! PTF supports the school in many ways, such as classroom supplies, special activities, sports concessions and uniforms, and much more.  Come to the meeting to help plan activities and get involved for the second semester! Questions? Ask Melanie Hasty - [email protected]. 

PIZZA RANCH FUNDRAISER!

On Saturday, Feb 1 from 11- 3 at Pizza Ranch in Morton, Christian Life Academy will be the featured community group!  We are looking for volunteers to help serve that day, when all Tips and a % of all sales during that time period are donated to CLA.  Volunteering on February 1 would be a great community service opportunity for middle school and high school students, and also a great chance for families to serve together.  Contact Mrs. Lauren Gibson - [email protected] to volunteer or get more information.

Coupon Books Available in the school office

Diner’s Club Coupon Books, with buy one get one free coupons, for many local restaurants - are available for $30 at the school office.  Get yours now… contact Wendy Westley if you would like one! [email protected] 

From the Principal's Desk

This week we began a chapel series about having a foundation to stand upon.  We began with the Word of God. It is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path… we are blessed when we follow God’s Word… (Psalm 119).  Let us all remind ourselves and our children and families of the importance of standing on the promises in His Word!

Blessings!      

Mr. Horning

Lion Tales 1/9/2020- Welcome to 3rd quarter!

Upcoming...

Thursday, Jan 9 HOME basketball games vs Zion Lutheran - Elem 6:00 JH 7:00

HS Girls basketball practice 

Friday, Jan 10 Volleyball practice 3:30-5:00

Monday, Jan 13 HOME basketball games - HS girls vs Bethel 5:00 pm

Elem (6:00) and JH (7:00) vs St Mary’s

HS Boys practice at LHCC

Tuesday, Jan 14 AWAY basketball game - JH only vs Trinity (Bloomington) depart 4:45

HS Girls Practice at CLA

Wednesday, Jan 15 Volleyball practice at CLA

HS Boys Basketball practice at LHCC

Thrusday, Jan 16 Elem/JH Basketball practice at CLA

HS Girls Basketball practice at LHCC

Friday, January 17 3:45 pm Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF) meeting

AWAY game - HS Girls Basketball at Danville Baptist, 6:30 pm

Join in with Parent Teacher Fellowship!

The first PTF meeting of the semester will be next Friday, January 17, at 3:45 pm.  This is a great time to get involved! PTF supports the school in many ways, such as classroom supplies, special activities, sports concessions and uniforms, and much more.  Come to the meeting to help plan activities and get involved for the second semester of year! Questions? Ask Melanie Hasty - [email protected]. 

PIZZA RANCH FUNDRAISER!

On Saturday, Feb 1 from 11- 3 at Pizza Ranch in Morton, Christian Life Academy will be the featured community group!  We are looking for volunteers to help serve that day, when all Tips and a % of all sales during that time period are donated to CLA.  Volunteering on February 1 would be a great community service opportunity for middle school and high school students, and also a great chance for families to serve together.  Contact Mrs. Lauren Gibson - [email protected] to volunteer or get more information.

Coupon Books Available in the school office

Diner’s Club Coupon Books, with buy one get one free coupons, for many local restaurants - are available for $30 at the school office.  Get yours now… contact Wendy Westley if you would like one! [email protected] 

From the Principal's Desk

I am reminded, and want to remind our entire CLA family, as we begin a new semester and a new calendar year together, that we are called to be a light.  In our world there certainly is a lot of darkness, uncertainty, and anxiety. But we have the opportunity each day to shine a light into our world - the Light of Jesus, our HOPE!  Shine brightly, my friends, firmly planted on the foundation we find in God’s Word.

Blessings!      

Mr. Horning

Lion Tales 12/19/19- Merry Christmas!

Upcoming...

Thursday, Dec 19 HOME basketball games vs Faith.  JH 5:30 / HS Boys 6:30

Friday, Dec 20 Half Day - 11:45 dismissal - Last Day before Christmas Break

Volleyball open gym 5th-HS girls 12:30 - 2:30

Friday, Dec 27 (tentative) Volleyball open gym 5th-HS girls 12:30-2:30

** Additional Basketball practices are possible and will be communicated via email

Monday, Jan 6 School Resumes

HS Boys Basketball practice / Cheer practice

Tuesday, Jan 7 Elem/JH Basketball Practice / HS Girls practice

Wednesday, Jan 8 HS Boys Basketball practice / Cheer practice

Thursday, Jan 9 HOME basketball games vs Zion Lutheran - Elem 6:00 JH 7:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS! 

“Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.” - Luke 2:10b-11

“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” - Matthew 5:16

Day Care Break information

Over the Christmas break, Daycare will be open 7 am - 5:30 pm except we will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.  Please communicate directly with Miss Angela or Mr. Horning regarding attendance at daycare. There will be several field trips and swimming opportunities (to be announced) over the break time.

Coupon Books

Diner’s Club Coupon Books, with buy one get one free coupons) with many local restaurants - are available for $30 at the school office.  Get yours now… contact Wendy Westley if you would like one! [email protected] 

From the Principal's Desk

It is with a renewed sense of great JOY and HOPE each year that we celebrate the birth of Jesus.  Two thoughts that I have recently brought to mind, which give me great HOPE… First, each of us has been placed where we are at by God’s providence, with a purpose to fulfill (just as Adam was placed in the garden - Genesis 2). Secondly, the world (this temporary one we live in) and its desires, troubles, temptations and struggles will pass away - so our hope should be focused on eternity (1 John 2:17).  May the God of HOPE sustain you as you shine your light, fulfill your purpose, and celebrate Jesus’ birth this Christmas.  

Merry Christmas!      

Mr. Horning

Lion Tales- Christmas program edition!

Upcoming...

Thursday, Dec 12 Christmas Program! Dinner (tickets required) doors open at 5:30

Program (free admission) doors open 6:30 / program begins 6:45

Friday, Dec 13 HOME basketball game vs Trinity - HS Girls 6:00

Saturday, Dec 14 HS Girls practice 8:30-10 am at LHCC

Elem/JH basketball practice 1-3 pm

Monday, Dec 16 HS Boys practice

Cheer practice at LHCC

Tuesday, Dec 17 HS AWAY games at Bethel Lutheran. Girls 5:30 / Boys 6:35

Elem/JH basketball practice

Wednesday, Dec 18 HS Boys practice

Cheer practice at LHCC

Thursday, Dec 19 HOME basketball games vs Faith. JH 5:30 / HS Boys 6:30

Friday, Dec 20 Half Day - 11:45 dismissal - Last Day before Christmas Break

Volleyball open gym 5th-HS girls 12:30 - 2:30

Friday, Dec 27 (tentative) Volleyball open gym 5th-HS girls 12:30-2:30

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM

Looking forward to seeing the school community gather tonight to CELEBRATE JESUS’ BIRTH!

CALL TIMES AND DRESS FOR THE PROGRAM:

5th-8th grade students will need to arrive dressed in all black by 5:00pm to eat prior to the program. Students will have time to change into costumes/other clothes after serving. Be sure to bring winter wear/jackets/vests for your costume for the program!

Band students will need to be ready for warmups at 6:30pm

K - 4th grade will need to meet in the music room at 6:40pm. Students are to wear dress clothes or Christmas-y clothing. No jeans, flip flops, sweatpants, athletic gear, etc.

After School - reminders

We want to remind all families that we are not able to provide any after-school supervision outside (playground and parking lot area) for students that are not signed in to our after-school daycare. We have noticed that there has been a growing number of students (many who live nearby) who are on school grounds after hours. We want to encourage families that live close by to have children head home after school. Students who have been dismissed should not return inside the school building unless they have scheduled time with teachers or are enrolled in daycare. Thank you.

From the Principal's Desk

What an exciting day… as I sit in my office completing this Lion Tales, the sounds of our K-4 students rehearsing… “Glo-oo-oo-ria!” are wafting through the school building. Let’s all remember to not only KEEP Jesus at the center of our celebrations this year, but also to MAKE JESUS KNOWN to all around us!

In Christ,

Mr. Horning

Lion Tales 12/5/19

Upcoming...

Today, Dec 5 HOME basketball games vs Concordia - 5:00 Elem/6:00 JH/7:00 HS Girls

Friday, Dec 6 HOME basketball game vs Champaign Cyclones - HS Boys 6:00

Monday, Dec 9 HS Boys basketball practice @ CLA

Cheer practice @ LHCC

Tuesday, Dec 10 HS Girls basketball practice @ LHCC

Wednesday, Dec 11 HS Boys practice @ LHCC

Cheer practice @ CLA

Thursday, Dec 12 Christmas Program!  Dinner (tickets required) doors open at 5:30

Program (free admission) doors open 6:30 / program begins 6:45

Friday, Dec 13 HOME basketball game vs Trinity - HS Girls 6:00

 

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM

We have a few tables left for the Christmas dinner that is available prior to the program. If you are interested in tickets, please contact Mrs. Stribling at [email protected] as soon as possible.  Ticket sales will close tomorrow!

CALL TIMES AND DRESS FOR THE PROGRAM:

• 5th-8th grade students will need to arrive dressed in all black by 5:00pm to eat prior to the program. Students will have time to change into costumes/other clothes after serving.  Be sure to bring winter wear/jackets/vests for your costume for the program!

• Band students will need to be ready for warmups at 6:30pm

• Kindergarten through 4th grade will need to meet in the music room at 6:40pm.  Students are to wear dress clothes or Christmas-y clothing.  No jeans, flip flops, sweatpants, athletic gear, etc.
  

SEVERE WEATHER!

For information about school closings or delays, please check out the school facebook page, where we will post closings, delays or other information.  We will also send out a school-wide email as well as post on local TV stations. We ask that you do not call or text staff members, but to check all of the sources above.  We attempt to make a decision by 6:30 am but sometimes it is a bit later, so check sources before leaving for school. Stay warm and safe!

After School - reminders

We want to remind all families that we are not able to provide any after-school supervision outside (playground and parking lot area) for students that are not signed in to our after-school daycare.  We have noticed that there has been a growing number of students (many who live nearby) who are on school grounds after hours. We want to encourage families that live close by to have children head home after school if possible.  Students who have been dismissed should not be returning inside the school building unless they have scheduled time with teachers or are enrolled in daycare. Thank you.

From the Principal's Desk

“Peace on earth, goodwill to all!”  This familiar phrase brought some new meaning to me recently, as our chapel series (the Beatitudes) this week focused upon “blessed are the peacemakers.”  While I am assured that we will not see complete peace on our earth, as we do our best to be peacemakers and to make things right with those around us, we can begin to more fully understand what it means to be a child of God.  May we each attempt, in our own little world, to be Christlike and to be at peace with those around us!

In Christ,      

Mr. Horning