St. Philip Lutheran Church and School, Chicago

Wishing all our families and friends a wonderful and safe 4th of July holiday! May this day be filled with joy, gratitude for our freedoms, and quality time spent with loved ones.

Making Memories and Building Faith: A Look Back at St. Philip VBS

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St. Philip Lutheran School Dives into Friendship with God at Vacation Bible School This past week, St. Philip Lutheran School transformed its halls into a vibrant hub of faith and fun! From June 24th to June 28th, the school hosted its annual Vacation Bible School (VBS) program, partnering with the energetic team from Camp Ukandu.The week's theme, "Diving into Friendship with God,...

It's been an amazing week at St. Philip City Explorers Summer Camp! We've been having a blast at Vacation Bible School led by our awesome friends at Ukandu. We've been learning new songs, creating beautiful arts and crafts, and diving into bible stories to learn more about Jesus! It's been such a fun and meaningful experience!

** A Wild Time at Lincoln Park Zoo! **

Our St. Philip City Explorers had a roaring good time yesterday at the Lincoln Park Zoo! They got to see amazing animals from all over the world, from hungry giraffes to amazing Axolotls. What is your favorite animal to see at the zoo?

Elevate your game! This summer, train with former Northwestern player, professional overseas player, and current basketball analyst Tre Demps at St. Philip Lutheran School's Basketball Clinic.

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Playful learning with a purpose! Discover how St. Philip Lutheran Preschool fosters a love of learning.

More Than Just Fun: Why We Let Kids Be Kids at St. Philip Lutheran Preschool The early years of a child's life are crucial for development. Here at St. Philip Lutheran Preschool, we understand that play isn't just fun and games – it's the foundation for a strong academic foundation and a love of learning.What is Play-Based Learning?Play-based learning is an educational app...

This summer, hone your basketball skills at St. Philip Lutheran School! Featuring expert instruction from Tre Demps, former Northwestern player, professional overseas player, and current basketball analyst!

Details:
-Co-ed clinic for ages 9-14 offered July 15th-19th.
-All-girls clinic for ages 8-15 offered August 12th-16th.
-Focus on high-quality skill development in a fun and positive environment.
-Limited spots available - register today using this form: https://forms.gle/Wo7u2HvcmCSHD2uN7

The Summer fun has begun☀

We believe in the power of play! Our preschool program uses hands-on activities to help children develop fine motor skills, math and language skills, and a love of learning.

Learn more at www.stphiliplutheran.com/preschool.

Bright and early on the Monday after 8th Grade Graduation, the staffs from St Philip and Bethesda joined together for a day of Professional Development led by prominent Christian Child Psychologist Dr. Michael Frey. Teachers took a deep dive into learning about Childhood Anxiety, and the ways that teachers and staff can help kids and families -- all from a Christian perspective.

Dr. Frey's presentation was the third in a series which will continue to span over the next several years.

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** A huge congratulations to the St. Philip Class of 2024! **

We are incredibly proud of our graduate's hard work and dedication throughout the elementary school years. We can't wait to see what amazing things they accomplish in high school!

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And that's a wrap on the 2023-2024 school year!

Today was our last day of classes and final chapel service, marking the end of an amazing year filled with joy, laughter, and tons of learning. We're so proud of everything our students accomplished, and we wish them and their families a relaxing and fun-filled summer break! ☀️

Don't forget, 8th grade graduation is this Sunday! We can't wait to celebrate our graduates!

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Snapshots from Field Day and our End of School Picnic📸

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Church Members-

There will be no live stream of tomorrow's worship service, 5/26.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Yesterday, St. Philip students had the most incredible day exploring the Garfield Park Conservatory! From breathtaking succulent gardens to stunning tropical plants, we were surrounded by so much natural beauty. Plus, we even learned a thing or two about the importance of conserving our environment. Overall, it was an unforgettable day, and the students can't wait to go back! Who else has visited this gem in Chicago?

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Last night, we celebrated our amazing student athletes at the annual sports banquet. From volleyball bumps to three point shots, St. Philip offers a fantastic range of sports for students to get involved in, including basketball, volleyball, bowling, cross country, and track and field. It was a wonderful night to recognize their dedication, sportsmanship, and hard work – and of course, enjoy some delicious food together!

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CONGRATULATIONS to our TOP 10 readers of the 2024 read-a-thon! These amazing kids devoured over 7,500 minutes of reading in just 17 days! Talk about dedication and passion for books! We are beyond proud of our rockstar readers and their love for literature. To celebrate their achievement, we treated them to a special winners lunch and it was an absolute blast! It's moments like these that remind us why we do what we do.

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Yesterday, two lucky students got to enjoy a special lunch date with our amazing Principal, Mrs. Tennis! This unforgettable experience was auctioned off at our 2024 School Auction back in March. The winning parents, along with their sweet first grader, decided to share the fun with her big 8th grade cousin - what a wonderful way to make memories together!

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Here are additional pictures from our Cultural Celebration last Friday📸

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Around the World in 8 Months: How One School Celebrated Cultures

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Around the World in 8 Months: How One School Celebrated Cultures St. Philip students complete their final assignment for the Celebration of Cultures.Colorful flags dotted each wall of the St. Philip school gym as the excited chatter of the students began to fill the echoing space. Each student had a clipboard in hand as they ran around the gym making observations...

Huge shoutout to Mr. Kutz for winning a Dream Grant at last night's Chicagoland Lutheran Educational Foundation Teacher Appreciation Dinner!

His grant will create a "Community Collaboration Corner" in the nook by our gym. This space will be a hub for student teamwork and socializing, with flexible seating and a special brainstorming whiteboard table!

We're so excited for this new addition to our school and incredibly grateful for CLEF's support!

Our amazing students are raking in the minutes during 2024 Read-a-Thon! There's still time to join the fun and help us reach our goal of raising money for student scholarships, facility improvements, and staff/student needs. Every page read and every dollar donated makes a difference!

Only a few days left! Here's how you can help:

Donate: Support our incredible students and school by donating through this link: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/splreadathon2024

Share the love: Spread the word about our Read-a-Thon by sharing this post with your friends and family!

Let's keep those pages turning and make a positive impact on St. Philip Lutheran School!

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Heads Up! St. Philip's Cultural Celebration Update.

We're excited about being able to exhibit all of what our students learned this year about different world cultures, but based on RSVPs, we've made some adjustments to ensure a more focused and engaging event for everyone.

Here's the new schedule:
Date: Same as originally planned
Time: 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM (Please note the earlier start time!)
Location: School Gym

At St. Philip, we believe learning through play is the best way for our little ones to blossom! This past week, we incorporated a fun twist into our play-based curriculum with a flower-themed scavenger hunt.

The children explored the halls searching for flowers with numbers, then colored the corresponding flower on their sheets. It was a delightful way to sneak in some early math skills, all while having a blast!

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