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Family ministry provides a total family ministry framework for the local church, with special emphasis on building healthy, well-functioning families of all types. Parenting training, marriage enrichment seminars, counseling training for professionals, and extensive family resources are available to all churches and individuals.
Singles ministry enriches and expands resources and services to adults who are single because of divorce, death, separation, and never-marrieds of all ages and gender. Training events, resource provision, retreats, and conferences are regularly offered for single people and their leadership.
Congregational planning assists congregations in assessing their current ministry needs, and formulating corporate goals and constructing a realistic action plan to achieve the stated goals. Personal, custom visitations over several days are offered by a specially trained congregational consultant.
Educational ministries to children and adults provide resources, workshops and seminars, and training for teachers of Sunday school, vacation Bible school, midweek school, Confirmation instruction. We also work to help congregations and their leaders promote and resource Bible classes for adults.
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Family ministry provides a total family ministry framework for the local church, with special emphasis on building healthy, well-functioning families of all types. Parenting training, marriage enrichment seminars, counseling training for professionals, and extensive family resources are available to all churches and individuals.
Singles ministry enriches and expands resources and services to adults who are single because of divorce, death, separation, and never-marrieds of all ages and gender. Training events, resource provision, retreats, and conferences are regularly offered for single people and their leadership.
Congregational planning assists congregations in assessing their current ministry needs, and formulating corporate goals and constructing a realistic action plan to achieve the stated goals. Personal, custom visitations over several days are offered by a specially trained congregational consultant.
Educational ministries to children and adults provide resources, workshops and seminars, and training for teachers of Sunday school, vacation Bible school, midweek school, Confirmation instruction. We also work to help congregations and their leaders promote and resource Bible classes for adults.
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Schools
LSSES before school workshop
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hales Corners Lutheran Church
Generation iY: Understanding and connecting with generation Y and their parents
Presenter: Dr. Tim Elmore, Founder and Presidetn of Growing Leaders
 Join us for fun, fellowship and an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet!
Friday, June 15, 2012
New in 2012..... Quadzilla - four lane water dragway - head-first, mat racing ride that accelerates riders through enclosed, braided and twisting tunnels.
This seminar June 21-22 will assist the second year teacher (as of next fall) in the development of a professional development plan (PDP), as required for renewal of the Wisconsin State license under Wisconsin Statute PI 34.
The instructor will assist beginning teachers in writing a reflection of their first year experience, selecting two teaching standards for their plan, writing goal statements, and planning activities to carry out their plan.
 NLSA captain and consultant training
Feb. 17, 2012 • District office, Milwaukee
Presenter: Terry Schmidt
This training can be helpful for schools seeking accreditation or schools that are already accredited. It pertains to all levels (preschool, elementary and high school). Anyone involved in leading a school accreditation process, or serving as a captain, consultant or team member would benefit through their participation.
Teaching the faith workshops
Spring 2012
Dates have been set for the Teaching the Faith workshops for early childhood teachers.
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Feb. 25, 2012
Divine Redeemer, Hartland
The “Passionate Leaders" conference is for pastors, principals, teachers and leaders of our congregations and schools. The day will provide learning and interaction with Synod representatives, District staff, and other mission leaders. You will gain many resources throughout the conference to "Multiply, Magnify, and Maximize" your ministries!
Cost is $25 per person or $75 per "church." Fee includes presenters, materials and lunch.
Brochure  • Register online
The annual "Accelerated Reader" (AR) challenge is set to begin on Jan. 30, 2012. Any elementary LCMS school in the United States and Canada that is presently using the Accelerated Reader program may enter the contest. All students must be independent readers.
The purpose of this challenge is to provide an incentive and motivation for children at Lutheran schools to read more, get smarter and have fun. Reading for this contest can occur anywhere the children are – at home, at school, in the car, etc. All reporting of points will be done by each school’s coordinator via the AR challenge website.
Back by popular demand after several years hiatus, the South Wisconsin District held a workshop for church and school administrative assistants. On Nov. 30, 2011, the first Wednesday of Advent and a busy day for all, 50 administrative assistants gathered for a few hours at the District office in Milwaukee. Some of the women have been serving their congregations and/or schools for many years and a few have just begun their service.
NLSA captain and consultant training
Friday, February 17, 2012
District office
This training can be helpful for schools seeking accreditation or schools that are alaready accredited. It pertains to all levels (preschool, elementary and high school). Anyone involved in leading a school accreditation process, or serving as a captain, consultant or team member would benefit through their participation.
NLSA captain and consultant training
February 17, 2012
District office, Milwaukee
8:30 am - 2:00 pm
This training can be helpful for schools seeking accreditation or schools that are already accredited. It pertains to all levels (preschool, elementary and high school). Anyone involved in leading a school accreditation process, or serving as a captain, consultant or team member would benefit through their participation. In future, anyone that wishes to serve as a member of a joint accreditation team (advanced & NLSA) must receive this training - it is a requirement.
LEA National Administrators Conference – “For Times Like These”
Friday-Sunday, January 13-15, 2012
Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Resort on Disney Property, Orlando, Florida
Two nationally known keynote speakers; 15 sectionals; exhibit area; fellowship; worship; and a free night at the Magic Kingdom!
KINDLE servant leader workshop
Feb. 11, 2012
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Immanuel Lutheran Church, Brookfield
Participants will:
- understand better the concept of servant leadership
- continue growing to be a more effective servant leader
- assess strengths in one's leadership of groups
- challenge growth in a selected area of leadership, resulting in strengthened group leading skills
Certification in Lutheran early childhood teaching
February 4, 2012 and March 3, 2012
9 am - 3 pm
This certification will:
- provide early childhood professionals with a foundation of Lutheran thought and teaching
- introduce early childhood professionals to the mission and ministry of early childhood education in the church
- assist early childhood professionals in supporting the faith life of young children
Grace Place has taken 4500 LCMS pastors, teachers, and spouses through an integrated health program, encouraging body, mind, spiritual and financial well-being. All retreats are heavily underwritten, making participation affordable to all. Retreats run Monday afternoon through Friday at noon.
- Grace Place in Ohio: April 30-May 4, 2012. Salt Fork State Lodge and Conference Center, Cambridge, Ohio.
- Grace Place for Single Clergy and Church Workers: June 18-22, 2012. Stonebridge Inn, Snowmass, Colo.
- Grace Place in the Rockies for Pastors and Wives: June 25-29, 2012. Stonebridge Inn, Snowmass, Colo.
- Grace Place in Michigan for Pastors, Teachers, Spouses: July 23-27, 2012. Boyne Mountain Resort, Boyne Falls, Mich.
- Grace Place in Indiana for Pastors, Teachers, Spouses: July 30-Aug. 3, 2012. Swan Lake Resort, Plymouth, Ind
Admissions Director Workshop
November 16, 2011
Hathorn Inn and Suites, Oshkosh
8:30 am - 5:30 pm
The North Wisconsin and South Wisconsin Districts are sponsoring an admissions director workshop in Oshkosh. In addition to effectively welcoming families into your school, with this seminar, you will learn
Fall principals' conference
September 29-30, 2011
Hawthorn Inn, Oshkosh
The theme for this conference is "Guarding Against the Odds" - Matthew 10:16 “I am sending you out like sheep among wolves. Therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.”
“Guarding Against The Odds” will focus on our role as Christian leaders in a sinful world. Because of today’s temptations, our students, staff and families are the ones that are attacked on multiple levels. Ted Kober will be speaking on sexual temptations in a high-tech society. Casey Holtz will be addressing ways to help our families cope with today’s issues and child problems. These speakers will bring new insights on how school leaders can help ease these issues in our school families.
 Early childhood literacy festival on the lake
August 5, 2011
Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon
“Playing with Literacy: Imagine and Wonder”
 Professional Church Workers' Conference
November 3-4, 2011
Kalahari Resort and Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells
Theme: "Celebrating Christ in a Constantly Changing World" I Peter 2:9
Grace Place Retreat for professional church workers
July 11-15, 2011
Trego, WI
Grace Place Wellness Ministries is an exceptional program and getaway for pastors, teachers and administrators of Lutheran schools. Grace Place Wellness Ministries is equipped to offer a special “pause point,” a time of self and career reflection, whole-health education and a renewed personal platform on which to grow in ministry.
EDG 510 – Writing a Professional Development Plan (PDP)
Concordia University Wisconsin Mequon campus
June 21-22, 2011 • 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. both days
This course will assist the second year teacher (as of next fall) in the development of a professional development plan (PDP), as required for renewal of the Wisconsin State license under Wisconsin Statute PI 34.
 Lutheran Schools Night at Miller Park
Saturday, May 14, 2011 • 3:10 p.m.
Milwaukee Brewers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Join us for a fun-filled family event. After the Brewers game, we will host a professional church worker softball game at Helfaer Field.
Youth and Family Day at Noah's Ark
Friday, June 17, 2011
Wisconsin Dells
The SWD is sponsoring an all day event at Noah's Ark water park in Wisconsin Dells. Your price includes a one-day unlimited use pass for the water park and an all you can eat lunch buffet. Enjoy over 80 family activities and rides.
 Teaching the faith workshops sponsored by the SWD early childhood committee and Concordia University Wisconsin
"Faith talks with young children: The fruits of the Spirit"
Discover new ways to dialogue with children about their faith in Jesus and what it means in their everyday lives. Using Bible stories that focus on the fruits of the Spirit, you will explore open-ended questions, role-play and visuals that will stimulate conversation, worship and prayer in your classroom or center.
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SWD Passionate Leaders Conference
Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011 • 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Country Lutheran High School
There is still time to register!
NEW LOCATION, PLEASE NOTE!
Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church
N48W31385 State Road 83, Hartland 53027
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The passionate leaders conference is for all pastors, teachers and leaders of South Wisconsin District congregations. The day will provide learning and interaction with Synod representatives, District staff and other mission leaders. You will gain many resources throughout the conference to "Multiply, Magnify and Maximize" your ministries!
Before School Workshop
Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2011
Hales Corners Lutheran, Hales Corners
Join the faculty and staff of LSSES for an insighful workshop featuring Israel (Izzy) Kalman, nationally renowned expert in teaching people how to deal with anger, bullying and relationship problems. He will provide insight on victim-proofing your school through his "bullies2buddies" program.
Sorry! This January 14 workshop has been cancelled but will be rescheduled for a later date. Please watch these announcements for updated information!
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Go to the ends of the earth," Jesus Christ tells us. But the ends of the earth have arrived at my school. What can I do?
What you may want to do is to attend a special workshop for educators, pastors and others who work with congregations in Hispanic communities. This special workshop to heighten awareness of cultural issues will be given by Mark Kempff, instructor at the Center for Hispanic Studies and former missionary to Latin America.
 Funding Academy II
June 8-9, 2011
Kalahari Resort and Convention Center
Wisconsin Dells, WI
South Wisconsin, North Wisconsin and Minnesota South Districts are partnering with the School Ministry of the LCMS to provide Funding Academy II.
Funding Academy II is a follow-up program that takes place over two full days. This event offers additional insights into issues that are critical for our school leaders. All topics are designed to be the next level to Funding Academy I. However, they stand on their own for those not able to attend the first event.
 Professional growth day for educators
Friday, Oct. 29, 2010
8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Lake Country Lutheran High School, Hartland
"A Gutenberg Church in a Google World"
 First year teachers (all new graduates)
First year administrators
New teachers/administrators to the District
Friday, Aug. 13, 2010
South Wisconsin District office
8:30 am - registration
9:00 am - 2:45 pm - orientation
The technology workshop has been postponed until futher notice.
 Technology workshop
Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2010
This workshop, an extension of the winter administors' conference, is for SWD school administrators and the onsite technology person or selected staff person.
Goal: At the end of the day, the participants will take with them updates to their current technology.
 Fall administrators' conference
Sept. 30 - Oct. 1, 2010
Hawthorn Inn and Suites, Oshkosh
"More than Mortar" (Nehemiah 2:20)
Did Nehemiah suceed? You betcha! You can too.
Are you sure God inspired your plan? Has He commissioned you to accomplish it?
Then let nothing stop you from going forward because in that case you can't lose.
 Early childhood literacy festival on the lake
Friday, Aug. 6, 2010 • 7:45 am - 3:45 pm
Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon
You are invited to spend an exciting day with Denise Fleming, an author and award-winning illustrator of picture books for young children. Fleming's books are known for their energetic language. The words, usually action verbs, are used to complete and extend the intriguing images that are actually handmade paper!
 The South Wisconsin District Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) team will be sharpening their skills when they participate in the course, “Responding to a School Crisis” at the South Wisconsin District office Aug. 11-12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. An invitation to participate in the two day, 13 hour training, is also extended to District educators. School principals, guidance counselors and teachers working with disaster plans in their schools are invited to attend. Online registration • Mail in registration form
Before school workshop
Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2010
Hales Corners Lutheran • 12300 Janesville Rd.
Featuring First Stage Children's Theater
Utilizing the arts to educate all students
Please reserve your spot by June 15. Cost: $15 per person; flyer with break out topics and registration information.
EDG 510 - Writing a Professional Development Plan (PDP), 1 credit, tuition - $250
Concordia Mequon campus
Seminar I: June 15-16, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Seminar II: June 17-18, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wisconsin Lutheran College
Seminar I: Aug. 6-7, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Seminar II: Oct. 29 (2-6:30 p.m.); Oct. 30 (8 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
EDG 810C Writing a Professional Developement Plan (PDP), 1 graduate credit, tuition - $250
EDG 810C online course offered May 10-June 7, 2010
Members of the South Wisconsin District seminary student interview committee and staff helped Roger Laesch celebrate his 75th birthday with cake and song between meetings on March 26, 2010. Laesch serves as regional superindent of schools for the Milwaukee County/Waukesha County/Racine region.
Monday, April 12, 2010 ♦ 7 p.m.
Milwaukee Bucks vs. Atlanta Hawks
Fan Appreciation Night—all fans in attendance will receive the official full color collectible 2009-10 Bucks team photo. Surprises throughout the night!
Upper level $37 seats are only $10!
This year's theme is "Living the Adventure... with the Heroes of the Faith" in the context of teaching, learning social skills, and building caring relationships with each other. These workshops will assist you in enhancing the faith development and worship experiences of the children entrusted to you. Faith development teaching strategies with:
- Make and take activities
- New fingerplays, chants and songs
- Opening and closing worship ideaa
Sunday, April 18, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Pleasant Prairie
Monday, April 26, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Waukesha
Monday, May 3, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Sheboygan
 Three boys on Milwaukee's north side made good use of their snow day on Tuesday, Feb. 8. Instead of staying warm at home on their day off school, brothers Rasheed and Koran Harris and their cousin Rahagee Burns braved the elements. They shoveled snow for neighbors for no charge, clearing nearly a whole block.
Rahagee is a student at Lutheran Special School in Milwaukee. He just learned the story of the Good Samaritan in school and the boys wanted to do a good deed. "I want to be a little more helpful, all around good Samaritan," Rahagee said.
Full story and video
April 14, 2010 • Locations in Oconomowoc and Milwaukee
Concordia Plan Services and the SWD are conducting two pre-retirement workshops for professional church workers and their spouses to help them better understand the process of planning for retirement. These introductory workshops will include information on budgeting and finance, retirement income, envisioning retirement lifestyle, health concerns, where to live and what to do with your time in retirement.
National Lutheran School Funding Academy and Funding Academy Webinars
LCMS School Ministry has announced the availability of three Funding Academy options for 2010. the three programs being offered are: Funding Academy I, Funding Academy II and a series of Funding Academy webinars.
Have you visited the "Ministries" area on the South Wisconsin District website recently? The school ministry section includes a new page with links to SWD high schools, as well as video messages from Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee students and CEO Todd Moritz. Watch for future additions from the schools.
Lost and Found will perform at Trinity Lutheran Church in Menasha on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010, at 7 p.m.
Nominations are being excepted for the 2010 Educator of the Year - early childhood, elementary and high school.
"Preparing administrators as leaders in technology"
Jan. 26, 2010
The topic for this year is "Preparing Administrators as Leaders in Technology," presented by Dr. Perry Bresemann, associate director of schools / national director of technology for schools for the Board of District and Congregational Services - School Ministry. Bresemann's sessions are intended to expand on the quality and meaningful advice participants received at the fall conference last October.
Teaching the Faith Workshop at the North/South Wisconsin Teachers' Conference
Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009
3-5 pm
Theme: Lost and Found
2009 North/South Wisconsin District Teachers' Conference
"Rooted In Christ"
November 1-3, 2009
Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells
New teacher orientation
Aug. 14, 2009
District office
8:30 am - 3 pm - First year teachers
8:30 am - 12:45 pm - New teachers to the District
Early childhood literacy festival on the lake
“A Visit with Lois Ehlert”
Aug. 7, 2009
7:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Concordia University Wisconsin
 March 24-26, 2011
Duke Energy Center
Cincinnati, Ohio
The theme for the 2011 LEA convocation in Cincinnati - the city of bridges - is Crossing Over.
Church Professional's Retreat
Nov. 8-10, 2009
Best Western Hotel & Conference Center Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Providing LCMS church professionals in Illinois, south Wisconsin and eastern Iowa the opportunity to experience community through refreshment, renewal and growth in body, mind, soul and spirit.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Hawthorn Inn and Suites, Oshkosh
Who should attend:
- principals and pastors
- board members
- treasurers
- school leaders
- leadership teams
- all those that attended the 2008 event
SWD Youth and Family Day at Noah's Ark
Friday, June 26, 2009
Save the date!
Many children who attend the programs at Lutheran Special School and Education Services (LSSES) come from unchurched families. If not for attending the special education programs provided by LSSES, they would not have the opportunity to hear the word of God on a daily basis.
This school year three students, Azanui, William and Julie, asked to be baptized. The baptisms for Azanui and William were held during a Christmas program this past December. Julie’s had to be rescheduled due to a death in the family. By attending an LSSES program, these children have learned what it means to be baptized.
 Fall Administrators' ConferenceOctober 1-2, 2009
Hawthorn Inn & Suites, Oshkosh
"We Are Connected in Christ"
Ephesians 4:15-16
Church professionals retreat
November 8-10, 2009
Best Western Hotel & Conference Center
Lake Geneva, WI
Annual before school in-service
"Building Better Brains"
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
8:30 am - 11:30 am
Hales Corners Lutheran Church
Congratulations to the following Kohl student scholarship winners and the teacher fellowship winner:
Kohl Excellence Scholarship winners:
Stephanie Cox, Sheboygan LHS
Kirstin Feldmann, Sheboygan LHS
Kohl Initiative Scholarship winners:
Austin Inhof, Racine LHS
Jacob Pankow, Milwaukee LHS
Kohl Teacher Fellowship winner:
Karen Herz, Hales Corners Lutheran Elementary School
Ministry Technology Mentor Project (MTM) - Specializing in online technology training for Lutheran educators - spring and summer classes
Teaching the Faith, based on the theme "Lost and Found," is a workshop to assist you in enhancing the faith development and worship experiences of the children entrusted to you. Intended for all who work with children ages 0-8 years of age. Three regional workshops will be held in March, April and May 2009.
Congratulations to the 2009 recipients:
Early Childhood - Tammy Horton, St. Paul's, Oconomowoc
Elementary - Roxanne Gerlach, St. Paul's, Oconomowoc
Secondary - Kevin Hasseldahl, Racine Lutheran High School
Administrator - Duane Graf, St. Paul's, West Allis
These recipients were recognized at a dinner on March 1.
 Saturday, March 21, 7:30 p.m.Milwaukee Bucks vs. Portland Trailblazers
 Ministry Technology Mentor Project (MTM)Specializing in technology training for the Lutheran classroom and school.
 DIRECTed serves as a "Professional Learning Community" experience for leaders in early childhood ministries. Each workshop is either four or three weeks in length led by a Concordia University professor and/or field practitioner. Weekly readings, practical applications and a one-hour conference call connect participants with lively discussion and helpful learning insights. Each four week workshop is $100 per person plus materials. Each three week course is $75 per person plus materials. Participants receive six hours of CEU upon completion of each four week workshop and five hours of CEU upon completion of each three week workshop.
More information - class dates, description, brochure and more.
MTM (Ministry Techology Mentor) Project 8-week online technology courses
January 5 - February 28, 2009
March 2 - May 2, 2009
Milwaukee Art Museum
Feb. 7 and 21, 2009
The National Writing Project and the Milwaukee Art Museum
invite you to attend a two-day writing retreat for grade K-12 teachers in all content areas. All levels of confidence
and ability in writing are welcome.
 Students in grades 5-12 are invited to a First Stage production of Lincoln at Gettysburg and "American History through Art" tour at the Milwaukee Art Museum Feb. 10, 2009.
 Thanks to all of you who responded to the Professional Church Workers conference evaluation survey. Your input will be valuable to the 2011 PCW planning committee. Congratulations to Rev. Bryan Osladil who won the drawing for a free overnight stay at the Kalahari.
(From President Kieschnick’s e-news)
Last month, I received the final 2008-09 enrollment statistics for our Concordia University System schools, along with comparisons with last year and four years ago. Some of the news is positive. For example, the total headcount at CUS schools is up by 32.6 percent since 2004, thanks to a 158.4 percent increase in the number of graduate students. However, there is a challenging statistic that I call to your attention: The number of students preparing for church-work careers has declined by more than 25 percent since 2004, from 2,729 to 2,034.
Concordia University Wisconsin has engaged Business Development Directives (BDD) to conduct a major brand perception study. The purpose of the study is to determine Concordia’s major strengths and help plot a new strategic direction that will help the institution become an even greater force for social and economic progress in the community.
  Photographs have been posted online from the Nov. 5-7, 2008, professional church worker conference held at the Kalahari Resort and Conference Center in Wisconsin Dells. Click on any photo to open and begin a slide show. Check out other albums on the Photo gallery page under the News & events menu.
 4th annual leadership conference
"Celebrating Our Tradition/Preparing for Our Future"
Thursday and Friday, Feb. 12-13, 2009
Bishop O’Connor Center, Madison
A conference for Wisconsin’s religious and independent school faculty. This conference will take the place of SWD's midwinter administrators' conference.
Studio Workshops School Program: Students in PK-12 are the artists!
 Explore various well-known artists using the museum’s collection, and then create your own art in the studio. Works of art and studio projects vary by grade level within each topic.
Milwaukee Art Museum Passport: World communities (grades 1–3)
Travel through the Milwaukee Art Museum with your Milwaukee Art Museum passport! This program provides students with an opportunity to learn about various world cultures.
 What a Way is an initiative to encourage active recruitment and retention of church workers as an integrated part of the LCMS culture and lifestyle in our congregations.
... to Make a Difference
This year’s SWD Sunday school teachers' workshops will explore a resource that will teach your students how they can share the Gospel where they are at right now and introduce them to the possibility of doing the same in their vocation in the years ahead.
Ministry Technology Mentor Project fall program information is now available. A new class being launched this fall may be of interest to DCEs, DCOs, and pastors—EDG 814, "Educational Ministry in the Digital World." Dr. Bernard Bull will teach this class. Two popular courses will be taught face-to-face on the Concordia University Wisconsin campus this fall.
New teacher orientation • Aug. 15, 2008 • District office
The morning session is for first year teachers. Teachers new to the District will join the group for lunch and the afternoon session —"Love and Logic." There will also be a follow-up session for "Love and Logic" on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9 a.m.-noon.
 Oct. 2-3, 2008 • Hawthorn Inn & Suites, Oshkosh“For such a time as this” (Esther 4:14)
These are unique and challenging times for Lutheran Schools. The Lord has called school administrators and faculty to be leaders “for such a time as this.” Gary Janetzke, SWD congregational services executive for youth, family and schools, will lead participants through a process that will enable school staffs to discover and live out focused lives based on their individual callings.
 The "Working with Woods II" students of Racine Lutheran High School designed and constructed 26 wooden crosses that were donated to Camp LuWiSoMo in Wild Rose to be placed in various buildings located at the camp. Members of the class (left to right) are: Evan Zimmerman, Zach Dukquits, Dylan Kobriger, R.J. Hugasian, Mike Nikolai, and instructor Nate Bickel.
Early Childhood Festival on the Lake
"Celebrate"
August 1, 2008
7:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon
Nov. 5-7, 2008
Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells
"Such confidence we have through Christ before God" (2 Cor. 3:4, TNIV)
For details, schedule, lodging, registration and more, click here!
Tickets sold out early for Lutheran Schools Day at Miller Park on May 10, 2008. The game was very well attended with over 1,100 people from 36 schools and churches.
The national educational computing conference (NECC) is one of the largest and most recognized technology conferences in the country. The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is the host organization and has for years established the standards for technology integration.
The NECC program June 28-July 2 in San Antonio, Texas, features a broad spectrum of content focused on the standards, curriculum, best practices, and essential conditions for creating a 21st century learning environment for students.
The SWD youth and family day special event pass at Noah's Ark Waterpark in Wisconsin Dells includes one regular all-day park admission and an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet. And it’s offered to you at a price less than what you could go for yourself! Cost is $27 for adults and $23 for children 12 and under. Register by Wednesday, June 18, 2008.
National Lutheran School Funding Academy
Landmark Resort, Egg Harbor, WI • June 17-19, 2008
The academy is an intense, three day workshop which will empower the participants to understand their current methods of school funding, compare their model to that used by others and expand their knowledge to improve and enhance their local operation. The target audience is the school adminstrator. Leaders from early childhood, elementary and high schools, pastors and board members will greatly benefit from the academy. Thanks to the Siebert Lutheran Foundation for making this academy possible.
 St. Martini Lutheran School in Milwaukee (1500 S. Cesar E. Chavez Drive) is undergoing a remodeling project to create a music room out of what used to be part of their bowling alley. The new music room will serve a number of needs, but will be a particular blessing for the Milwaukee area Hispanic music ministry. The work will be done by a crew of volunteers under the direction of Brian Keller, who has proven skills in this area.
Help for this project is requested, and two Saturdays have been chosen to do the work: April 26 and May 10, 2008. They are hoping for as many volunteers as possible.
SOLD OUT - The 5th annual Lutheran schools day at Miller Park will be held Saturday, May 10, 2008. The Milwaukee Brewers will be facing the St. Louis Cardinals. The game time was changed from 6 pm to 2:45 pm because it will be televised on FOX.
"Teaching the faith" is a workshop to assist you in enhancing the faith development and worship experiences of children entrusted to you. This workshop is for all who work with children from 0-8 years of age.
The Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee (LHSAGM) has selected Thrivent Financial for Lutherans to provide $20.5 million in financing for a new facility for Lake Country Lutheran High School. The loan officially closed in January, marking an important milestone for the $30 million building project already underway in Hartland. The loan is also the largest ever provided under Thrivent Financial’s 105-year-old lending program focused on Lutheran churches and institutions.
James R. Van Dellen, eighth-grade teacher and vice principal at Our Redeemer Lutheran School in Wauwatosa, is the 2008 Lutheran Education Association (LEA) distinguished Lutheran elementary teacher.
A masters of science in education—educational technology is now available online and on campus through Concordia University Wisconsin. Learn how to facilitate 21st century learning, how to design engaging learning environments and how to prepare youth for Christian life in the digital world. CUW Lutheran teacher grants and Ministry Technology Mentor scholarships make this program very affordable to professional church workers. Brochure
The annual "Accelerated Reader Challenge" is set to begin Jan. 28, 2008. Any elementary LCMS school in the United States and Canada using the accelerated reader program may enter the contest. All students must be independent readers.
M&M's for teachers - Terry Schmidt will be guiding teachers to find and share M&M's (mission and ministry opportunities) at our schools.
This program recognizes outstanding teachers in South Wisconsin District preschools, elementary and high schools. Nominations may be made by administrators, teachers, parents, pastors, congregation members, and students (past and present).
 Olivia Versteegh and Kalie McCaughn from Immanuel Lutheran School in Brookfield came to the District office to help load their books for the shipment to Nigeria with Gui Kasongo Kabeo (left), Mission Executive Rev. Daniel McMiller, and their teacher, Paul Gohde.
This conference for school administrators features a National Lutheran School Accreditation training session: a training/retraining/refresher course for NLSA team captains and consultants
 This conference is designed to provide learning opportunities, but more importantly to immerse participants in Scripture-based experiences focused on mission and ministry with children.
“Teaching with love and logic”
The 2007 Small Schools Conference will focus on the use of love and logic as a school-wide approach to carrying out the discipline plan of each school. The objective is to create a school environment in which students can develop their own sense of self-discipline and independent problem-solving skills.
Attention Lutheran school principals and teachers, preschool through grade 12: Affordable online, graduate-level technology courses offereed through Concordia University Wisconsin. Classes begin Sept. 17 and end Dec. 14. Grants and scholarships are available through CUW and the MTM Project.
 Grace Place Lutheran Retreats provides a haven for Lutheran pastors, teachers, ministers of music and other professional church workers and their spouses through education, restoration and recreation. During the week-long retreat, you will learn new ways to be healthy, and enjoy rest and fellowship. The couple will walk away from the week renewed in body, mind, and spirit.
“Our Iceberg Is Melting” is the theme for the fall 2007 principals' conference. The conference is built around change. Administrators must recognize the importance of change in our parishes, schools, and district.
Affordable technology training for Lutheran principals and teachers
This seminar is for pastors, administrators, teachers, day care supervisors, board members and others involved in establishing policies and training programs for the prevention of sexual abuse for their church/school.
This workshop will provide basic training for new Sunday school teachers, as well as timely reminders for veteran teachers. Ideas for generating enthusiasm for Sunday School and increasing congregation support will also be presented. Your presenter will be Gary Janetzke, SWD executive for school ministry and youth & family ministry.
MTM new school members - get a free year of membership (certificates available, limited quantity).
MTM current school members - $200 grants (limited number available).
New Hope Christian School is a ministry of New Hope Lutheran Church in Neenah, WI since the start of preschool in 1991. NHCS has continued to grow as grades will include preschool through 8th grade in the fall of 2007.
 The United Intergenerational Ministry Sunday school rally day worship service entitled: "Do everything in love"
This workshop is for all early childhood educators who work with children from 0-8 years of age.
Generating the leaders of tomorrow with guest speaker James T. Harris, former educator. Through this dynamic program, Harris will explain how educators and parents can equip a child to experience God-given confidence and fulfillment. The students taught in the coming school year will chart the course of events in our nation and world for a period of 40 years. Come and find out how you can implement his ideas on a daily basis in your classroom. Flyer 
If you are interested in any position, please contact your District office. Also make sure your LEIF is updated on the Lutheran School Portal.
Pique your imagination through training, support, encouragement, dynamic worship and music. Learn from nationally known speakers. Participate in breakout sessions featuring innovative children's ministry leaders. Engage in interactive displays. Plan now to attend!
Children's ministry leadership training equips volunteers and professionals in effectiveness as they engage in ministries with and to children and their families.
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