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We will take the Class of 2026 photo on April 7. Prior to the photo, seniors will receive their graduation attire, which they can take home afterward.  We take this opportunity to remind you that while everyone has unique and special cultures and backgrounds, we must maintain this event as an AZ Lutheran event. It is the completion of the school program that we are celebrating, something that unifies us beyond culture and backgrounds. Therefore, it is our policy that no decorations and additional garb may be worn on the cap and gown (exceptions are the cords provided by the school for academic distinction). It is the black cap and gown and gold stole that represent our school. We thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter. In this way we can avoid an uncomfortable situation the morning of graduation.

Apply for tuition assistance from AZ Lutheran. Applications due May 15. AZ Lutheran Tuition Assistance

Health Careers Institute The Health Careers Institute for high school students at the Midwestern University, Glendale campus is a free educational opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to explore a variety of health professions.Participants will learn from Midwestern University faculty and students at this FREE 5-day hands-on workshop. Dates: July 13-17, 2026 Time : 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily Note : Students must attend all five days and be a current junior or senior in high school. Application Deadline: April 1, 2026 Questions? Email azevents@midwestern.edu with any questions. FBI Teen Academy The FBI is seeking students interested in attending their Summer FBI Teen Academy programs in Phoenix and Tucson in June 2026. This annual one-day, eight-hour program, hosted in both Phoenix and Tucson, guides students through the process of solving a mock case while learning directly from FBI personnel. Participants engage with members of the SWAT team, the Evidence Response Tea...

ACSTO application is due March 31, 2026. Apply today. 

We are looking for a bus driver to cover the East Valley morning and afternoon routes. Pick up vehicle at school; route begins at Pilgrim in Mesa at 6:45am and stops at Emmanuel in Tempe on the way to Arizona Lutheran.  Wednesdays and Thursdays only . No special license required. Please inquire at Rosenbaum@ALAcoyotes.org

We are looking for students to join in with Build Up on Tuesday, March 31, 3:15-5:15. We will be building our stage extension, so basic construction skills will be explored. Sign up here by March 30 at 3:00pm.

We are looking for students to join in with Build Up on Tuesday, March 31, 3:15-5:15. We will be building our stage extension, so basic construction skills will be explored. Sign up here by March 30 at 3:00pm.

There are several things everyone can do immediately to encourage friends and family to oppose attempts to put the “Protect Education, Accountability Now” initiative sponsored by the AZ Education Association and Save Our Schools Arizona and the “Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account Reform and Accountability Act” initiative, sponsored by FortifyAZ, on the November general election ballot. First and foremost, pray! Pray for the protection of educational freedom in Arizona. Pray that the opposition will NOT collect the necessary signatures. Pray that the opposition will have their hearts changed and see that school choice is about putting students first, not funding school systems. Pray that peoples’ eyes will be opened to the harm this ballot initiative would bring to Arizona students, their families, and our private Christian Schools. Encourage everyone in your school community to Decline to Sign both petitions. Become informed and share the facts about both initiatives with others....

The search for next year’s Student Council is officially on! Are you ready to be the voice of your peers, plan the events that define our school year, and make a lasting impact on our campus? Whether you’re passionate about school spirit, community service, or ensuring every student is heard, we want you to run. This is your chance to step up, lead your class, and bring your best ideas to life. The Executive Council (President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer) will be elected on April 9, and the Student Council Class Representatives will be elected on April 16. See Mrs. Orellana for more details. Don’t just watch things happen—make them happen. Sign up today and help shape the future of our school!

Bidding opened today in the Gala's online auction -- March 25! Register to bid online. One-of-a-kind things that might interest you: Teachers Treat Reserved Commencement Concert seats Upper & Lower locker (with a bonus) Reserved seats for Oliver Reserved graduation seats Plus so much more! View the entire auction catalog.

Tomorrow is Student Service Day! This annual event gives us the opportunity to show our love and support for the community, both inside and outside our school walls. Students are encouraged to bring water with them, and they should wear shorts and CLOSE-TOED SHOES! Students will be given a uniform T-shirt to wear, but they must adhere to the dress code with their shorts, as they will be representing AZ Lutheran around the entire Valley. Student Service Day will end with  course selection  for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. Seniors will be done with their “academic” day at 1:55pm All other students will be done at 2:15pm After-school buses will depart at 2:20pm for drops at Emmanuel, Pilgrim, and Grace Practices and rehearsals may begin early and end early; coaches or your children should be informing you if there’s any change to regular plans

After school buses will depart at 2:20pm on Thursday, March 26, arriving early at the grade school destination. Please plan accordingly.  

Is your child struggling to get his/her service hours in? Looking for a family activity?  PLEASE consider joining the Gala Clean-up crew on Sunday! It takes 2 days to set up the Gala, BUT ONLY about 2 hours to clean up —  if we have a large crew!  When? Sunday, March 29 from noon to 2pm This is the week when the Gala team is running on caffeine and donuts 😵 — and they would be incredibly grateful if you'd be willing to help on Sunday!  Volunteer here.

Students in grades 9 through 11 will select classes in PowerSchool on Thursday, March 26.

Thursday is Student Service Day! This annual event gives us the opportunity to show our love and support for the community, both inside and outside our school walls. Students are encouraged to bring water with them, and they should wear shorts and CLOSE-TOED SHOES! Students will be given a uniform T-shirt to wear, but they must adhere to the dress code with their shorts, as they will be representing AZ Lutheran around the entire Valley.

If you regularly order lunch for your student/s from Cane's on Thursdays, please note that the sophomores earned a free pizza lunch on Student Service Day (Thursday, March 26). If you pre-ordered for a sophomore for 3/26/26, you can cancel it before the deadline.  All other students should bring or order lunch for Thursday, 3/26/26, as usual.

Applications with STOs (School Tuition Organizations) will be available soon for the 2026-27 school year. Update your student and family narratives so you’re set to go. Applications are available: IBE  - February 1 ACSTO  - February 3 AZ Lutheran Assistance  - late February School Choice Arizona  - March 15 Arizona Leadership Foundation  - April 15

Just before spring break, current sophomores and juniors who have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher received candidate forms for the National Honor Society (current members do not need to go through the process again). Students received printed information in homeroom and also information via email. Any eligible student wishing to apply must do so by 3pm on Tuesday, March 31. Late forms are not accepted. Click for information about National Honor Society selection procedures and FAQs . Please understand that not all students who complete the candidate form will be selected. There are over 50 eligible students, but only space for approximately 20 new members.

Are you looking for an amazing opportunity for your son or daughter this summer? Look no further than the seven mission trip opportunities our students have starting in June. From sports and STEAM camps to mission church community outreach opportunities to witnessing in Idaho Falls, there’s a lot to choose from. Talk to your son or daughter about it today. The deadline to apply is tomorrow, March 24!

After school buses will depart at 2:20pm on Thursday, March 26, arriving early at the grade school destination. Please plan accordingly. 

Thanks to all who donated to our auction! Whether you asked for donations, or provided a cash gift, a hand-crafted item, a themed basket, a donation for the NHS baskets, or an item from our Amazon wish list, your generosity has been incredible. You will receive (or may have already received) a separate note for your  tax records,  but we want to say  thank you here too. Gala Competition Class winners: 1st: Sophomores (receive pizza lunch, Scooptacular ice cream, and play games on the afternoon of Student Service Day) 2nd: Seniors (receive Scooptacular ice cream, and get to pick their afternoon jobs on the afternoon of Student Service Day) Want to see all the auction items? Our Gala team is finalizing the  auction catalog . Bidding opens online on March 25. 

From the soccer fields of Colorado to the STEAM labs of Wisconsin, AZ Lutheran students have multiple opportunities to serve and share their faith across the country in summer 2026. Check out where we’re headed: California: Sports, STEAM, and Art camps in Carlsbad & Yorba Linda. Colorado: Soccer camp in Montrose. Wisconsin: Basketball and STEAM labs in Milwaukee. Idaho: Specialized "Truth in Love" ministry training for our upperclassmen. Alabama: Basketball and/or golf clinic at a mission church. Texas: Outreach activities in Amarillo. Is your student ready to serve? Full details and an application form are available --  until March 24 --  in the SOAP Google Classroom.

We still need drivers for our annual Student Service Day, which will be held on  Thursday, March 26 . To meet the extensive transportation needs to get our students around, we need help from parents and grandparents, among others. Can you help that morning? Please check  this form  to indicate your availability if you can assist us on this big day!

There are several things everyone can do immediately to encourage friends and family to oppose attempts to put the “Protect Education, Accountability Now” initiative on the November general election ballot. First and foremost, pray! Pray for protection of educational freedom in Arizona. Pray that the opposition will NOT collect the necessary signatures. Pray that the opposition will have their hearts changed and see that school choice is about putting students first, not funding school systems. Pray that peoples’ eyes will be opened to the harm this ballot initiative would bring to Arizona students, their families, and our private Christian Schools. Encourage everyone in your school community to  Decline to Sign  the petition. Become informed and share the facts about the initiative with others. a. Learn more at  AZ Loves ESAs . This is a great resource! b. Check out AZCEC’s  Action Center  to print a Decline to Sign flyer and to share your school choice story. ...

Have you been trying to decide whether you should attend the 2026 Gala? If you've never attended, allow us to share a few things you may have been wondering about... Don't let the term Gala confuse you. It's a casual event this year! Our students are our servers, and you're sure to be impressed. There are guests of all ages.  This year's Game Show Gala includes fun, food, drinks, games, bidding, entertainment, amazing desserts, and action!  Read more about our Galas in this  article by ASU student-journalist Madison Bsales. Every dollar raised at this year's Gala goes directly toward campus improvements. When you buy a ticket, you aren't just attending a party—you’re investing in the future. Reserve your seat by March 21! P.S. We're still seeking a few student food servers. Volunteer here.

We are still in need of 11 volunteers for food service at the Gala on March 28. If your child still needs service hours, or simply wants to attend because it's a fun event,  sign up here. Notes about service hours: Serving at the Gala would count as "ALA" service hours.  You may serve up to 5 (for Fr/Soph) or 6 (for Jr/Sr) hours at on-campus events (but ALA hours are not required).  Read about and submit service hours at ALAcoyotes.org/service .

We are looking for a bus driver to cover the East Valley morning and afternoon routes. Pick up vehicle at school; route begins at Pilgrim in Mesa at 6:45am and stops at Emmanuel in Tempe on the way to Arizona Lutheran. Wednesdays and Thursdays only . No special license required. Please inquire at Rosenbaum@ALAcoyotes.org

Our annual Student Service Day will be held on  Thursday, March 26 . To meet the extensive transportation needs to get our students around, we need help from parents and grandparents, among others. Can you help that morning? Please check  this form  to indicate your availability if you can assist us on this big day!  

We are planning a "Dessert Dash" game at the Gala on Saturday, March 28, and are seeking 8 more desserts that serves 10.  You do not need to bake! Do you have a favorite bakery?  Would you be willing to PURCHASE and DONATE a dessert? Learn more here. Thanks for your consideration!

Graduation is quickly approaching, and we know you're proud and excited about your child's walking across the stage. It's a milestone in anyone's life. While everyone has unique and special cultures and backgrounds, we must maintain this event as an AZ Lutheran event. It is the completion of the school program that we are celebrating, something that unifies us beyond culture and backgrounds. Therefore, it is our policy that no decorations and additional garb may be worn on the cap and gown (exceptions are the cords provided by the school for academic distinction). It is the black and cap and gown and gold stole that represent our school. We thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter. In this way we can avoid an uncomfortable situation the morning of graduation.

There are several things everyone can do immediately to encourage friends and family to oppose attempts to put the “Protect Education, Accountability Now” initiative on the November general election ballot. First and foremost, pray! Pray for protection of educational freedom in Arizona. Pray that the opposition will NOT collect the necessary signatures. Pray that the opposition will have their hearts changed and see that school choice is about putting students first, not funding school systems. Pray that peoples’ eyes will be opened to the harm this ballot initiative would bring to Arizona students, their families, and our private Christian Schools. Encourage everyone in your school community to Decline to Sign the petition. Become informed and share the facts about the initiative with others. a. Learn more at AZ Loves ESAs . This is a great resource! b. Check out AZCEC’s Action Center to print a Decline to Sign flyer and to share your school choice story. c. Read this article from t...

The AZ Lutheran Mission Club is hosting another pizza lunch to raise money to help cover the costs of upcoming summer mission trips. The next pizza lunch will be on Friday, March 13. If interested in a day off from lunch prep, make sure to  sign up  before next Thursday, March 12, at noon. Pizza will be from Costco: $3/single slice, $5/double slice. 

A  Build Up  session is coming up on March 12 from 3.15-5:15 pm.  Please sign up using  this  link. 

Our annual Student Service Day will be held on Thursday, March 26 . To meet the extensive transportation needs to get our students around, we need help from parents and grandparents, among others. Can you help that morning? Please check this form to indicate your availability if you can assist us on this big day!

A petition is circulating that could limit Educational Savings Accounts in Arizona. Take a moment to understand how this could impact Christian school families and decline to sign.  Learn more here: https://azchristianschools.org/take-action/

We are planning a "Dessert Dash" game at the Gala on Saturday, March 28, and are seeking 11 more desserts that serves 10.  You do not need to bake! Do you have a favorite bakery? Would you be willing to PURCHASE and DONATE a dessert? Learn more and sign up here. Thanks for your consideration!

The AZ Lutheran Mission Club is hosting another pizza lunch to raise money to help cover the costs of upcoming summer mission trips. The next pizza lunch will be on Friday, March 13. If interested in a day off from lunch prep, make sure to  sign up  before next Thursday, March 12, at noon. Pizza will be from Costco: $3/single slice, $5/double slice.

A  Build Up  session is coming up on March 12 from 3.15-5:15 pm.  Please sign up using  this  link. 

 Join us on Friday evening for the Sacred Concert, featuring our choirs, musicians, and directors! 

 You are invited to join the Gala volunteer crew! Volunteering is your free ticket to experience the evening. PERKS: Volunteers at the Gala on Saturday night,  March 28 , receive dinner (made by a caterer/mom for all volunteers). Adult Volunteers on March 28 get a free t-shirt. (Size guaranteed  if you sign up by March 10. ) Adult Volunteers on March 28 can bid on auction items. Volunteers help towards the cause of raising money for three campus improvement projects. Volunteers on March 28 get to experience the excitement of the Gala...for free! Students can earn service hours (up to 5 or 6 hours at a school activity can be included on your Service Form— students can sign up online to volunteer) If your child has experience babysitting for one of our teachers and would like to volunteer to babysit, please reach out directly to the teacher. This can count as "school" volunteer hours. (But please offer to  volunteer...  please do not ask for payment.) Volunteers a...

To our parents and families, They say it takes a village, but after seeing the results of our Gala Student Competition, I think "village" might be an understatement. It is truly wonderful to see our AZ Lutheran family working together to support our students!  I am writing to thank every single one of you who contributed to our auction. Whether you asked for donations, or provided a cash gift, a hand-crafted item, a themed basket, a donation for the NHS baskets, or an item from our Amazon wish list, your generosity has been incredible. You will receive (or may have already received) a separate note for your tax records, but I wanted to reach out and say thank you . Our Gala team is currently busy adding these items to our auction catalog so we are ready for bidding to open online on March 25.  The Gala is an amazing night of support for our students, and we would love to have you attend as a guest or volunteer . As one parent shared, "I can see this is the event of the...

Watch for an email from the AZ Dept. of Ed. to renew your ESA for 26-27 later this spring.

Applications with STOs (School Tuition Organizations) will be available soon for the 2026-27 school year. Update your student and family narratives so you’re set to go. Applications are available: IBE  - February 1 ACSTO  - February 3 AZ Lutheran Assistance  - late February School Choice Arizona  - March 15 Arizona Leadership Foundation  - April 15 Need help? Attend the help session planned for Monday, March 9 at 6pm. Register here .

The AZ Lutheran Mission Club is hosting another pizza lunch to raise money to help cover the costs of upcoming summer mission trips. The next pizza lunch will be on Friday, March 13. If interested in a day off from lunch prep, make sure to sign up before next Thursday, March 12, at noon. Pizza will be from Costco: $3/single slice, $5/double slice.

Join the Phoenix Police and Fire Departments for an action-packed, interactive recruitment event and discover if a career in public safety is right for you!  When: Saturday, March 7th, from 9 AM to 12 PM Where: Phoenix Fire Training Academy, 2425 W. Lower Buckey Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85009 Here's what you can expect:  Simulated Scenarios: Realistic simulations of police and fire operations.  Equipment Demonstrations: Get up close with cutting-edge police and fire equipment.  Meet & Greet: Talk directly with current Phoenix police officers, firefighters, dispatchers, and crime scene specialists. Learn more at  joinphxpd.com/events

You are invited to join the Gala volunteer crew! Volunteering is your free ticket to experience the evening. PERKS: Volunteers at the Gala on Saturday night,  March 28 , receive dinner (made by a caterer/mom for all volunteers). Adult Volunteers on March 28 get a free t-shirt. (Size guaranteed if you sign up by March 10. ) Adult Volunteers on March 28 can bid on auction items. NEW!  Adults:  Sign up to volunteer by Friday, March 6 , and we'll credit your child's homeroom with a $50 donation. (This perk is valid for adult volunteers only.) Volunteers help towards the cause of raising money for three campus improvement projects. Volunteers on March 28 get to experience the excitement of the Gala...for free! Students can earn service hours (up to 5 or 6 hours at a school activity can be included on your Service Form— students can sign up online to volunteer) If your child has experience babysitting for one of our teachers and would like to volunteer to babysit, please reach ...

Two Build Up sessions are coming up on March 5 and 12 from 3.15-5:15 pm.  Please sign up using this link. 

All wrestling gear that has not yet been turned in must be returned by this Thursday, March 5, to Mrs. Solofra in the front office. Please ensure that all items in your gym bag are included and have been properly washed before turning them in.

Read about our season opening baseball tournament game against Pima  in this article by ASU student-journalist, Madison Bsales.

It's the final week of the Gala competition! Want to contribute to a basket? Find the Amazon wish lists and order items for any basket by March 6. Once ordered, we can count your gift as a donation towards your child's class in the Gala Student Competition. Want to give online? Give an online gift towards our travel package/s (type in the comments, example: Gala Competition: Sophomore class) Cash donations can be sent with a donation form (print page 2)  in an envelope marked Gala to the office. Donating an item? Send items you're planning to donate to the office by Friday, March 6. Fill out an online fillable form or print a form (page 2) Thank you for your generosity and support of our campus improvement projects.  

You are invited to join the Gala volunteer crew! The Gala has been called "the event of the year," and volunteering is your free ticket to experience the evening. PERKS: Volunteers at the Gala on Saturday night, March 28 , receive dinner (made by a caterer/mom for all volunteers). Adult Volunteers on March 28 get a free t-shirt. (Size guaranteed if you sign up by March 10.) Adult Volunteers on March 28 can bid on auction items. Volunteers help towards the cause of raising money for three campus improvement projects. Volunteers on March 28 get to experience the excitement of the Gala...for free! Students can earn service hours (up to 5 or 6 hours at a school activity can be included on your Service Form— students can sign up online to volunteer) If your child has experience babysitting for one of our teachers and would like to volunteer to babysit, please reach out directly to the teacher. This can count as "school" volunteer hours. (But please offer to  volunteer......

The Martin Luther College Choir of New Ulm, MN, will present sacred concerts titled “We Believe/The Nicene Creed in Song” across the southwest from March 5-15. View the tour schedule . The program will include settings of familiar hymns, as well as selections by choral music composers representing a variety of musical styles. The public is invited to attend. Martin Luther College is owned and operated by the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod. The mission of the school is to prepare pastors, teachers, and staff ministers to serve the congregations of the synod. A freewill offering will be gathered to support MLC’s efforts to train future gospel servants.

We are looking for a bus driver who can drive the East Valley morning route. Pick up vehicle at school; route begins at Pilgrim in Mesa at 6:45am and stops at Emmanuel in Tempe on the way to Arizona Lutheran. Wednesdays and Thursdays only. No special license required. Please inquire at Rosenbaum@ALAcoyotes.org