LOGOS SCHOOL UPDATE – 2024 – Summer #4
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Cryptocurrency: We can now safely and securely accept cryptocurrency gifts through the Engiven platform. This platform enables nonprofits to receive cryptocurrency donations and convert them into usable fiat currency, such as US dollars. Donors will receive a valid tax receipt. If you want to support Logos in this way, please check out Ways to Give.
Drop-Off & Pick-Up Times:
Logos East (PK & K) Nazarene Church
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Morning sections: 8:40 AM – 11:40 AM
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Afternoon PK: 12:00 PM – 2:50 PM
Logos South (1st & 2nd) 2305 S. Main
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1st Grade 8:20 AM – 2:50 PM
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2nd Grade 8:20 AM – 3:00 PM
Logos West (3rd – 12th grades) 110 Baker Street
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3rd-4th grade: 8:30 AM – 3:05 PM
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5th-6th grade: 8:30 AM – 3:10 PM
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7th – 12th: 8:25 AM – 3:20 PM
Back-to-School Picnic: On Friday, August 23rd, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., we will kick off the school year with a picnic dinner for the whole family at Ghormley Park (504 Home Street, Moscow). Pack a picnic or purchase dinner at the park. Our 7th-12th grade students will host games and activities.
Applications for 2025/26: New student applications for the next school year will open one year early, on the first day of school, August 26th, at 6 AM. There is usually competition for preschool seats, which can impact your child’s ability to get into Logos if he is not a student already.
Welcome Back Ball: The Student Council will host the Welcome Back Ball on Friday, August 30th. The elementary dance will run from 6:00-7:30 pm, with a secondary dance practice following from 7:30-8:00 pm (6th-grade students may attend this practice). The secondary ball will run from 8:00-10:00 pm. The cost will be $5 per student, no more than $15 per family. Parents are encouraged to attend, and admission is free for them. Attire for balls - Men: dress shirts, ties & slacks; Ladies: knee-length dresses/skirts, modest necklines, no strapless tops, halter tops, or spaghetti straps; Shoes: Clean athletic shoes on the floor only. No dress shoes or high heels. Logos Balls are for Logos students only.
Milk: Milk is available for students at Logos West and South. The cost is $40 per student per semester or 50¢ per milk. To purchase milk for your student(s) for the semester, email Jesla Greenwood
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Elementary Dress Uniform: The first day of school will be a dress uniform day (see here for details). Students will not need to wear their dress uniforms on Friday of the first week. Dress uniform days will occur only once a week due to laundering considerations.
Meet your Teacher: This year, we are scheduling time for each elementary student (and parents!) to come in, meet their teacher, drop off materials, and set up their desks before the first day of school. This is an open house event during the scheduled times:
Thursday, Aug 22
Elementary meet your teacher:
11:30-1:00p Both morning preschool classes. (Nazarene Church)
1:00-2:30p Both afternoon preschool classes. (Nazarene Church)
12:00-2:00p Kindergarten, Logos East (Nazarene Church)
12:00-2:00p 1st grade, Logos South (2305 S. Main)
2:00-4:00p 2nd grade, Logos South (2305 S. Main)
2:00-4:00p 3rd - 6th grade, Logos West (110 Baker St.)
Recess Duty Volunteers: We are looking for volunteers for recess duty this year. This typically involves supervising students for 15 minutes during morning or afternoon recess. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to serve!
West: Contact Jen Farley if you want to volunteer at West. Here are the current openings.
South: Contact Shelli Fisher if you want to volunteer at South. Here are the current openings.
East: Contact Julie Sawyer if you want to volunteer at East. Here are the current openings.
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Secondary Uniforms: The secondary uniform guidelines can be found here. Mrs. Miller heads up uniform enforcement and has compiled some additional tips, which can be found here. If you have specific uniform questions or need further guidance, please contact her at 208-596-9564.
Secondary Class Schedules and Lockers: Individual class schedules and locker assignments should be available in FACTS by the end of the day this Friday, August 16th. The general secondary schedule can be found here.
New Secondary Student Orientation: For all students new to the secondary school (this includes all 7th graders), there will be a secondary orientation meeting in the Logos Gym from 1 to 2 p.m. on Thursday, August 22. A self-guided tour of the Logos campus will follow the presentation.
Knights Creed and Commitment: During the welcome-back assembly on August 27, Mr. Wiggins will ask all students to read and sign the Knights Creed and Commitment, which can be viewed here.
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JH Sports: JH FB and JH XC will start practice on August 19th, and JH VB will begin on August 27th. Coach contact information and practice times can be found at the link for each activity. Information on required forms and where to upload them can be found here.
Fall Conditioning: Secondary boys interested in signing up for Fall Conditioning should contact Coach Holloway directly.
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Aug 22 Elementary Meet Your Teacher
Aug 22 New Secondary Student Orientation
Aug 23 Back to School Picnic
Aug 26 First Day of School
Aug 26 Applications for 2025/26 Accepted
Aug 30 Welcome Back Ball
FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT ✑ What & Why? #7
Student Technology
Dear Logos Parents,
It is clear to the board and administration that we need to provide more structure when it comes to student technology at school. In addition to this, many of you have asked for input and back-up on what the school thinks is healthy for Logos families outside the school day. Toward these ends, we have spent time this summer researching, comparing notes with other classical Christian schools, and seeking out wisdom from 13 area pastors. The results are below. Over the next few updates we will share resources that may be helpful. For now, here is a quick lay-of-the-land video from Matt Walsh. Please take a few minutes to watch this. As always, feel free to reach out with questions or concerns.
Goal:
We want to support parents as they prepare their children to navigate technology in a way that creates a healthy standard among Logos families. We want students at Logos School to be free from feeling the need or pressure to acquire technology too early or to use it poorly and we want a school environment where students are free to listen, think, read, talk, laugh, and engage with the people around them.
School Policy:
Student technology is not allowed on campus through the end of the school day, other than in cars. A violation results in an office visit and returning the device to the parents.
FAQ:
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What qualifies as student technology? Phones, smartwatches, tablets, computers, earbuds, etc. My child has a smartwatch but we don’t allow it to connect to a phone, is that acceptable? Any device that can connect to a phone or the internet is not allowed (watches, earbuds, etc.).
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How do I contact my child during the school day? Please feel free to call the front office. Our secretaries are glad to pass along messages. We also have a phone in the lunchroom that is available for students to use. Students may also use their phones in their cars.
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How do we request an exception (medical, emergency, etc.)? Please contact your child’s principal.
Recommendations for Home:
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No personal technology before 10th Grade (phones, tablets, computers). A shared computer with a password in a “public” area of the house can be a great resource. A “dumb phone” to be checked out at specific times may be warranted.
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10th Grade(+/-): “Dumbphone” with no internet or social media access. Most students start driving at this time, and it makes sense for them to be able to communicate while away.
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12th Grade: Smartphone and access to the internet with lots of guidance and accountability from parents (no social media, some kind of accountability software ie: Accountable2You, CovenantEyes)
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General Recommendations: No technology in the bedroom (computer, phone, TV, video games), charge the tech. each night in the parents’ room. Parents always have access to monitor and discuss. Have a family tech. curfew.
Thank you for the privilege of serving your families,
Matt Whitling
Logos School Superintendent
LOGOS SCHOOL UPDATE – Summer Update #1
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Summer Office Hours: The Logos West Office will be open from 9:00 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday during the summer. The office will be closed the week of July 1st-5th.
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Supply lists for next year: For all you parents that like to proactively look for deals, here is next year’s supply list by grade level.
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New Hires: We are thankful to announce that Mr. Chris King has been hired to teach New Testament Survey (1 section of 8th Grade), Mr. Josiah Dyer has been hired to teach Old Testament Survey (1 section of 7th grade), and Mr. Joshua Dockter has been hired to teach Spanish III (11th and 12th grade).
Teacher Openings: We now have an opening to teach Algebra II (10th grade) and Functions and Statistics (11th grade). For anyone interested in teaching next year, please contact Mr. Wiggins.
Elective Teachers: Next year we will split electives according to the Logic School (7-9th grade) and the Rhetoric School (10-12th grade). Rhetoric School electives will meet during 5th period (12:40-1:30) and Logic School electives will meet during 6th period (1:35-2:25) on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Logos parents or grandparents interested in teaching a secondary elective next year, please contact Mr. Wiggins.
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Physicals for 2024-25 School year: If you need physicals for your athletes for the coming school year Story Family Medicine is offering physicals June 15 and July 6th.. There is no charge for the physicals but donations are encouraged. All donations go to support the Logos Athletic Trainer Department. Consult the Logos forms and fees page to determine if your student needs a physical for the coming year. Remember to upload all documents to your dragonfly account.
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2024-25 Next year’s school calendar can be found here
Mid-July 2024 Parents can specify Elementary Teacher and Classmate Preferences
End of July 2024 Elective Selection for secondary students
August 26, 2024 First Day of Classes
LOGOS SCHOOL UPDATE – 2023/24 – Update #36 (May 22, 2024)
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Summer Office Hours: The Logos West Office will be open from 9:00 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday during the summer. The office will be closed Memorial Day, and the week of July 1st-5th.
2023/2024 Yearbooks: Yearbooks are available for preorder! They are $45 each or two for $80 (within the same family). Stop by the Logos West front office to order one! The final day to order and pay is Friday, May 31st. Cash or check (made payable to Logos School) is accepted. Contact Gwen Spencer if you have any questions.
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Elementary Teacher & Classmate Requests will be made in the middle of July.
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Fall 2024 Secondary Electives: Next year secondary electives will be split between 7-9th grade (Logic School) and 10-12th grade (Rhetoric School). Rhetoric School electives will be on Tuesday and Thursday, 12:40-1:35pm (5th period). Logic School electives will be on Tuesday and Thursday, 1:35-2:25pm (6th period). Parents who are interested in teaching a secondary elective in Fall 2024, please contact Mr. Wiggins.
Secondary Awards Ceremony: The secondary awards ceremony will be held tomorrow, May 23, from 2:30 to 3:20 pm in the Logos Gym. All parents are welcome to attend.
Last Day of School: The secondary school will be released at 12:05 p.m. on Friday, May 24.
Senior Assembly: The Class of 2024 senior assembly will be held in the Logos West lunchroom on Friday; from 12:15 to 12:40. This is for seniors and their families.
Graduation: The Logos Class of 2024 invites you to their graduation ceremony, Saturday, May 25 at 2 p.m. at the Nazarene Church. Reception to follow at the Logos Fieldhouse.
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Summer Camps: Be sure to check out the many summer camp options. Selections include Creative Writing with Mrs. Hale, Latin with Miss Casebolt, Theatre with Miss Trauger, and Reading with Mrs. Gartrell. More choices are being added weekly.
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May 23 Secondary Awards Assembly, 2:30-3:20 p.m. in the gym
May 24 Last Day (half day) Secondary
May 25 High School Graduation, 2 p.m. at the Nazarene Church
2024-25 Next year’s school calendar can be found here
Mid-July 2024 Parents can specify Elementary Teacher and Classmate Preferences
End of July 2024 Elective Selection for secondary students
LOGOS SCHOOL UPDATE – 2023/24 – Update #35 (May 15, 2024)
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Fight’n Knight Day: This Friday, May 17th, is a Fight’n Knight Day in support of the HS Track Team competing at state. Kindergarten students should be in Friday dress uniforms as they are graduating that day!
Open Positions (2024/25 School Year): Secondary: Old Testament Survey (7th, MWF); New Testament Survey (8th, MWF); Advanced Latin (11-12th grade, MWF); Spanish III (11-12th grade, MWF). Contact Principal Wiggins.
2023/2024 Yearbooks: Yearbooks are available for preorder! They are $45 each or two for $80 (within the same family). Stop by the Logos West front office to order one! The final day to order and pay is Friday, May 31st. Cash or check (made payable to Logos School) is accepted. Contact Gwen Spencer if you have any questions.
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Kindergarten Graduation is this Friday, May 17th. Check your student’s HAS for specific times and location details. Kindergartners will be in their Friday dress uniform for their last day (not Fight’n Knight).
MONDAY (5/20) All Elementary - no school
TUESDAY (5/21) - 1st-6th grade
- Normal drop-off. Fight’n Knight Day for all elementary classes.
- Note: 3rd-6th dismissal @ 12:15 Logos West. No lunch at school.
- Note: 1st-2nd dismissal - The 1st grade will be dismissed at 11:50 a.m., 2nd grade at 12:00 p.m.
- 1:30-3:00 PM Elementary Field Day. The 1st - 6th graders will meet at Mt. View Park (2052 W. Mountain View Road) for Elementary Field Day. Parents may drop off students, or stay and enjoy Field Day with us. This is an optional event. Bring water and a hat as there is no shade. Field Day ends at 3pm; The 1st and 2nd graders need to be picked up at the north end of the field. All other students will be dismissed to find their parents.
- Tuesday is the last day for Logos South.
WEDNESDAY (5/22) at Logos West (3rd-6th)
- Normal drop-off. Dress Uniform
- 9:30-10:30 Elementary Awards Assembly in the gym. Parents are welcome to attend.
- 10:30 parent pick up. End of the elementary school year.
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Finals Schedule: The finals schedule can be found here and is posted outside the office.
Secondary Awards Ceremony: The secondary awards ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 23, from 2:30 to 3:20 pm in the Logos Gym. All parents are welcome to attend.
Senior Assembly: The Class of 2024 senior assembly will be held in the Logos West lunchroom on Friday; from 12:15 to 12:40.
Last Day of School: The secondary school will be released at 12:05 pm on Friday, May 24.
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Summer Camps: Be sure to check out the many summer camp options. Selections include Creative Writing with Mrs. Hale, Latin with Miss Casebolt, Theatre with Miss Trauger, and Reading with Mrs. Gartrell. More choices are being added weekly.
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May 20 Elementary - no school
May 21-24 Secondary Final Exams
May 22 Logos West Elementary Awards Assembly, 9:30-10:30am in the gym
May 22 Last day for Logos West Elementary
May 23 Secondary Awards Assembly, 2:30-3:20pm in the gym
May 24 Last Day (half day) Secondary
May 25 High School Graduation, 2 pm at the Nazarene Church
2024-25 Next year’s school calendar can be found here.
LOGOS SCHOOL UPDATE – 2023/24 – Update #34 (May 8, 2024)
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Open Positions (2024/25 School Year): Secondary: Old Testament Survey (7th, MWF); New Testament Survey (8th, MWF); Advanced Latin (11-12th grade, MWF); Spanish III (11-12th grade, MWF). Contact Principal Wiggins.
Substitute Appreciation: This year, Logos substitutes have covered over 880 classroom hours! THANK YOU! All 2023/2024 substitutes, and those of you interested in joining this amazing group next year, are invited to stop in the Logos West lunchroom for refreshments and summer/fall information tomorrow, May 9th, from 7:45-8:45 AM & 2:45-3:45 PM.
Board Election: A final reminder for all Logos parents to vote for the Logos board, if you haven't already. Voting is through Friday, May 10th, end of the day. See the April 29th email for instructions. Contact Loren Euhus with questions.
The May 3rd Spring Concert is up on the Logos YouTube channel here.
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Monday, May 20: There is no school on May 20th for elementary students.
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New Hires: We are pleased to announce that Mrs. Sheila Coates and Mrs. Leah Merkle will join the teaching staff next year. Mrs. Coates will teach pre-algebra and one section of Logic (Mrs. Lopez will teach Algebra and Mr. Wilson will continue to teach the second section of Logic). Mrs. Merkle will teach Functions and Statistics and one section of Algebra II (Mr. Wilson will teach the second section of Algebra II).
Finals: Finals week is May 20-24. School will end each day at the normal time (3:20 pm) except for Friday when students will be released at 12:05 immediately after locker inspections. The detailed Finals schedule will be released next week.
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HS Drama Auditions: All current 8th-11th grade students are welcome to audition for the varsity production of Mousetrap on May 13th at 7:00 pm. Students need to bring a completed audition form with them to the audition. Forms are available in the main office.
Logos Summer Camps: Registration is open. Camp options include Mr. Porras’ Speed and Powerlifting camps. Mr. Jeschke is offering a Rifle Safety and Marksmanship camp. One of our most popular camps each year is Mrs. Kern’s painting camp which will be available for registration next week. Be sure to check out all the great options here.
Physicals for next year: Be sure to plan for physicals and IQ forms. You can update your documents on your Dragonfly accounts for next year. Physicals and IQ forms after May 1st are acceptable for the next school year. The Logos Forms and Fees page has all the information about what documents are needed and the necessary forms. You will also be able to see how to create your Dragonfly account if you do not already have one.
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May 20 Elementary - no school
May 21-24 Secondary Finals
May 22 Elementary Awards Assembly; Last day for Logos West Elementary
May 23 Secondary Awards Assembly
May 24 Last Day (half day) Secondary
May 25 High School Graduation, 2 pm at the Nazarene Church
2024-25 Next year’s school calendar can be found here.
LOGOS SCHOOL UPDATE – 2021/2022 – #22 (Feb 16, 2022)
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Bookkeeper Opening: We have an opening for 2022-23 for someone with experience in Quickbooks, Excel, Google Docs, payroll, accounts receivable/payable, budgeting, and reporting. This is a ½ to ¾ time position (flexible hours) that comes with a 50% discount in Logos tuition. Salary dependent upon experience and qualifications. Our beloved Mrs. Knecht will be stepping back to ¼ time next year and will help with passing the baton in this important role. Send resume to Matt Whitling at mwhitling@logosschool.com.
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Assembly: This Friday’s assembly at South opens with Mrs. McIvor’s 1st-grade class play. We will begin at 8:30 a.m. Parking is available in front of the school, in the grassy area directly behind the school, and in the Canon Press warehouse parking lot. Please do not park along the highway or the loop behind the school. We look forward to seeing you!
Class Recitations at South: Due to parking constraints, recitations will not take place during our assemblies. Kelly Driskill has volunteered to video and post our recitations on Facebook and Instagram for you to enjoy. Thank you for understanding.
Parking Lot Protocol (Main Campus): Please encourage your elementary-aged students (3rd - 6th) to cross the main parking lot at the designated spot at the bottom of the stairs.
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The Varsity Boys BB team will host Potlatch HS for a District II first-round game tonight at 6:00 pm. Come pack the stands and cheer the boys to victory. This will be an IDHSAA District contest so no Logos passes will be accepted. All students, faculty, and alumni will pay admission.
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2/21 a regular day of school (Presidents' Day)
3/7 - 3/18 Spring Break
3/29 Secondary Assembly
4/1 Teacher Development, a half-day of school
4/2 Logos Auction
4/15 RTP applications due
4/15 - 4/18 Easter Weekend - no school (4 day weekend)
5/6 Grandparents’ Day
LOGOS SCHOOL UPDATE – 2021/2022 – #21 (Feb. 9, 2022)
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Bookkeeper Opening: We have an opening for 2022-23 for someone with experience in Quickbooks, Excel, Google Docs, payroll, accounts receivable/payable, budgeting, and reporting. This is a ½ to ¾ time position (flexible hours) that comes with a 50% discount in Logos tuition. Salary dependent upon experience and qualifications. Our beloved Mrs. Knecht will be stepping back to ¼ time next year and will help with passing the baton in this important role. Send resume to Matt Whitling.
Job Opening: ACCS (https://classicalchristian.
Stencil/Lettering Work: We are looking for someone who is excited about helping us do some lettering on the main campus (Gratitude, Sacrifice, Excellence, and the school mission statement. This could be via stencil or projector. Please contact Matt Whitling
Friday Half-Day: This Friday (Feb 11th) is a half-day of school, for our teacher workday. Dismissal Times (same as previous):
Logos South, 1st grade 11:20 am
Logos South, 2nd grade 11:30 am
Logos Nazarene 11:40 am
Logos Main (elementary) 11:50 am
Logos Main (secondary) 12:05 pm
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Secondary Assembly: Our next secondary assembly is Tuesday, Feb 15th, 8:25 am - 9:15 am in the gym. Pastor Wilson will be speaking on the topic of honoring parents. Parents are welcome to attend.
JH Drama will be presenting a production of “A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court” on February 25 and 26. The play will be under the direction of Christiana Hale.
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2/11 Teacher Development, Half Day
2/21 Regular Day of School (Presidents' Day)
3/7 - 3/18 Spring Break
4/1 Teacher Development, Half Day
4/15 - 4/18 Easter Weekend - no school (4 days)
Blessings,
Loren Euhus
Assistant Superintendent, Logos School
LOGOS SCHOOL UPDATE – 2021/2022 – #20 (Feb 2, 2022)
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Bookkeeper Opening We have an opening for 2022-23 for someone with experience in Quickbooks, Excel, Google Docs, payroll, accounts receivable/payable, budgeting, and reporting. This is a ½ to ¾ time position (flexible hours) that comes with a 50% discount in Logos tuition. Salary dependent upon experience and qualifications. Our beloved Mrs. Knecht will be stepping back to ¼ time next year and will help with passing the baton in this important role. Send resume to Matt Whitling.
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Spelling Bee: The 3rd – 6th graders on the main campus will be competing in the in-school spelling bee on February 4 at 1:00 (aka The Big Showdown). Parents are welcome to attend.
Preschool-1st Midterms: Your child’s teacher will be sending a brief, mid-quarter assessment for you to complete with your child at home. You will also receive your child’s midterm report. Please sign and return the bottom portion of the midterm; the report is yours to keep. The completed assessment and bottom (signed) portion of the midterm are due Wednesday, February 9th. Thank you!
2nd--6th Grade Midterms: A blank midterm form will come home this week. Please log on to RenWeb and help your child complete it. Our goal is to encourage families to check out RenWeb and to help students use the midterm to plan for improvement in any areas that may need work. Please return these forms by next Wednesday, February 9.
This Friday’s assembly at South opens with Mrs. Nuttbrock’s 2nd-grade class play. We will begin at 8:30 a.m. Parking is available in front of the school and in the Canon Press warehouse parking lot. Please do not park along the highway or the loop behind the school. We look forward to seeing you!
Class Recitations at South: Due to parking constraints, recitations will not take place during our assemblies. Kelly Driskill has volunteered to video and post our recitations on Facebook and Instagram for you to enjoy. Thank you for understanding.
LOGOS SCHOOL UPDATE – 2021/2022 – #19
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The Knight's Fest Ball is this Friday, Jan 28th, hosted by the seniors. This is for Logos students only. GENTLEMEN - Dress shirts, ties, and slacks. LADIES - Knee-length dresses or skirts. Modest necklines only (no strapless tops, halter-tops, or spaghetti straps). SHOES - Clean shoes on the floor only; no dress shoes or high heels. 6-7:30pm for Elementary, 7:30-8pm practice dance, 8-10pm Secondary. Price is $5 per person or $15 family.
School Year 2022-23 update:
- Re-enrollment for fall 2022 is concluding.
- If you or somebody you know is interested in enrolling a new student at Logos, now is the time to apply for next year. We’ll soon begin processing the 100+ new applications.
- Next year’s school calendar is posted on the website here: https://logosschool.com/for-parents/annual-calendar-2022-2023/
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New Pick-up Time: In an attempt to reduce congestion in the lower and upper lots on the main campus we will be changing the end of school time for 3rd and 4th graders. The new time is 5 minutes earlier (3:05). 5th and 6th dismissal time remains at 3:10. If your oldest student is in 3rd or 4th try to be at school a little earlier as they will be dismissed at 3:05. If your youngest is a 5th or 6th grader, plan on being at school a bit later. This change in dismissal times begins Monday, January 31.
Elementary Romance Talk Each year we make a point of speaking to the 3rd - 6th grade students about elementary romance. We are very pleased to say that this has not been an issue that Logos elementary students have struggled with in recent memory, nor do we have grave concerns this year. Our primary goal is that we maintain a positive school culture in which students do not feel pressure to “grow up” too fast in this area. Over the next couple of weeks Mr. Becker will stop in for this year’s installment, and he thought it would be good for you all to know what he is saying to the students and what his expectations are in this area. First of all, the school policy for the elementary and secondary reads, “Public displays of romantic affection are not permitted at school or school activities.” Our interpretation of a public display of romantic affection is very narrow. Any singling out of a person of the opposite sex, and anything that you could do to earn yourself the title of “an item” fall into this category. The discussion with the 3rd - 6th graders usually begins with Mr. Becker asking how old they are, and then following up by asking how old they think they will be when they get married. Then we move on to the application. The short form is that these students are many, many years away from getting married, and any preliminary negotiations are absolutely inappropriate in the elementary. We are strongly against silly talk about who likes whom, and we thoroughly opposed premature pairing up (in the elementary and secondary). There is far too much fun and hard work for us to keep ourselves occupied with to give attention to cheap soap operas. Please don’t hesitate to let Mr. Becker know if you have any questions or concerns.
PE Help: We are looking for a parent volunteer to help with elementary PE. Please contact Shawna Wright if you are interested in helping. Thank you!
Spelling Bee: The 3rd – 6th graders on the main campus will be competing in the in-school spelling bee on February 4 at 1:00 (aka The Big Showdown). Classroom spelling bees will be held on Monday, January 31st. Logos South students will have their in-class spelling bee on February 1. Lists and rules are posted on the website under Academics/Elementary Program/Spelling Bee.
Class Recitations at South: Due to parking constraints, recitations will not take place during our class play assemblies. Kelly Driskill has volunteered to video and post our recitations on Facebook and Instagram for you to enjoy. Thank you for understanding.
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Parents of student drivers, we have received complaints regarding some of our student’s dangerous driving habits in the upper parking lot at the end of school. Please remind your student drivers that the parking lot is full of little pedestrians at that time as our elementary school students are also waiting for pick up. For any secondary school dad wondering how you can help out, Mr. Wiggins would appreciate volunteers to monitor traffic in the upper lot from 3:20-3:40 every school day. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Mr. Wiggins.
Diaper Donation: During Knight’s Fest week, 7-12th grade classes will compete to see which can collect the most diapers, to be donated to Palouse Care Network, a local Christian organization that helps women through unplanned pregnancies and related financial hardships. The winning class will be announced on Friday of Knights Fest and will receive a prize! Diapers will be collected on Wednesday and Thursday of Knights Fest (Jan 26 & 27) and can be dropped off in Mr. Becker's office under the sign with your corresponding class. All diaper sizes are welcomed.
Knight’s Fest for the secondary is underway! Jan. 26-28. There have been great competitions and workshops, so parents, be sure to ask about the day’s activities.
Blessings,
Loren Euhus
Assistant Superintendent, Logos School