The Lancer Express - April 1, 2025
- MLHS
- Apr 1
- 5 min read
Lancer Gala another HUGE success!
The second annual Lancer Gala was a tremendous success! It took place at the Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center, a venue known for its beautiful surroundings and engaging exhibits that celebrate agriculture and the rural lifestyle. The choice of location added a unique charm to the evening, making it not just an event but an experience that guests would remember fondly.
The evening was fantastic, with a remarkable turnout of 239 attendees, all of whom gathered to support a worthy cause. The atmosphere was filled with excitement and camaraderie as individuals from various backgrounds came together for a common purpose. Contributions poured in from over 140 organizations and businesses, showcasing a strong community spirit. These generous donations included a wide array of items and gift cards, ranging from luxurious spa packages and gourmet dining experiences to unique local crafts and adventure excursions. Each item represented the generosity of local businesses and their commitment to supporting our mission.
For the first time in the history of the Lancer Gala, we implemented an innovative online bidding system for our silent auction. This allowed participants who could not attend the event in person to engage in the auction from the comfort of their homes. The inclusion of online bidding expanded our reach and ensured that even those unable to join us physically could still contribute and compete for exciting auction items. This new feature was a resounding success, as we saw several auction winners who participated remotely, demonstrating the effectiveness of modern technology in enhancing our fundraising efforts.
Moreover, it is worth noting that every single auction item was bid on and sold, which speaks volumes about the enthusiasm and generosity of our attendees. The competitive spirit of the bidding, both in-person and online, created an exhilarating atmosphere that kept everyone on the edge of their seats. As the night progressed, the excitement built, culminating in a thrilling conclusion where bidders eagerly awaited the final call for each item. The success of the auction not only raised significant funds for our cause but also fostered a sense of community and shared purpose among all participants.
We are blessed to announce that we exceeded our $125,000 goal for the evening to support updating our security by adding Everalert Security Systems. We will have a finalized number in the days to come after all the numbers have been crunched. We simply cannot say 'thank you' enough to all of our supporters, donors, sponsors, contributors, committee members, and staff from Farm Wisconsin and our students for making this night possible. God truly has blessed our school!
Lancer Forensics State Bound!
The following students have qualified for State in Forensics this year!
Elijah Ruddat - "Stealing Saxophones from Homeless People" (Solo Acting Humorous)
Anya Hochmuth - "The Waltz" (Prose Reading)
Dominic Carrico, Uriah Van Deurzen, Paul Krause - "Secret of Success" (Play Acting)
Tristan Hulse, Coltyn Lyon - "Harry and Sam Dialogues" (Play Acting)
Elinor Wall - "French Fries From Talking With" (Solo Acting Humorous)
Kaly Wang, Christina He - "The Audition" (Play Acting)
Hadley Bastian, Paige Holschbach, Rayahna Gaedtke - "So You Wanna Marry My Daughter?" (Play Acting)
Elizabeth Vogt - "Laura Ingalls Wilder" (Moments in History)
Callie Sawall - "Lizzie Borden" (Moments in History)
Sorcha Hang - "The Daemon Lover" (Poetry Reading)
James Krause - Impromptu Speech
Peter Knauf - "AI’s Effect on Society" (Public Address)
Emeline Ruddat - "The True Story of the Three Little Pigs" (Prose Reading)
Ebbott Fields - "The Day the Crayons Came Home" (Prose Reading)
Hannah Taylor - "Legalize Graffiti" (Oratory)
They will all compete at UW-Madison on Saturday, April 12. Good luck!
Lancer Passports
It is the time of the year to collect the Lancer Passports from our 5-8th grade students.
Turn in your Lancer Passports by Friday, April 18th! You can turn them in the following ways!
1. Give them to your principal.
2. Give them to Mr. Holper at the Lakeshore Music Festival or the Academic Fair.
3. Drop them off or mail them to MLHS. (4045 Lancer Circle, Manitowoc WI 54220)
Turn them in by April 18th to get your Lancer t-shirt and be entered for the drawings!
Hunter Safety Courses
St. John's in Two Rivers is offering a hunter safety class: June 24, 25, 30, and July 1 from 6:00-9:00 PM. If you know of anyone (child or adult) who would like to take the class, select “Hunter” in “Manitowoc County” in the following link: https://gowild.wi.gov/customers/safetyedclass. Select the class that is located at St. John’s and click “Enroll.” Email Ryan Jaeger at ryan.jaeger@sjtworivers.org with questions.
MLHS Hiring
POSITION: Food Service Assistant
POSITION CATEGORY: Hourly (starting at $15 per hour)
SCHEDULE: August – May: 35hrs/wk; Mon – Fri 7am-2pm
POSITION SUMMARY: The Food Service Assistant (FSA) position supports the operations of MLHS by assisting the Food Service Coordinator, as directed, in preparing, serving, and maintaining the hot lunch program at MLHS.
For more information, see the website or contact Dave Uhlhorn (duhlhorn@mlhslancers.org)
Grandparents & VIP Day - April 14
Grandparents & VIP Day will be held on Monday, April 14 from 12:30PM - 3:15PM. Join us for an Ice Cream social and so much more! Registration, itinerary and information will be available on mlhslancers.org/gday.
Ark Encounter Bus Trip: June 17-20
Pastor Wall (St. John-St. Peter Lutheran, Cleveland) is organizing a bus trip to see the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum and you are invited! Cost of the trip is $300 per adult, plus hotel ($123/night). Join us for an exciting, educational, and faith-building trip to northeast Kentucky. We will stay at the highly-rated 3-star Drury Hotel. Visit www.stjohnstpeter.com/ark-encounter-trip for more info or to register. Or contact Pastor Wall at 920-782-0827.
Concession Help Needed
Concession stand signup is open for home Varsity baseball and softball games! If you
have a child in spring sports that you need to volunteer for yet or even if you still need to fulfill your fall and winter sports – signup today!
SAVE THE DATES
Apr. 5 Lakeshore Lutheran Music Festival | 9:00AM-3:00PM
Hosted here at MLHS
Apr. 23 Spring Band Concert | 6:30PM |
MLHS Aux Gym
May 3 WSMA Solo/Ensemble State |
At UW-Green Bay
May 10 Prism Concert & Honors Art Show
4PM & 7PM
May 31 MLHS Graduation
MLHS Aux. Gym 10:00AM
In this new section, information shared by the Federation congregations and Lakeshore Lutheran schools with MLHS regarding the happenings, job openings, upcoming events, news. etc. can now be found weekly all in one place! Right here in the Lancer Express.
To be featured, have questions, or have something to be included from your congregation coming up? Please email Paul Durkee (pdurkee@mlhslancers.org) in the Mission Advancement office for more information.
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ALUMNI ARE YOU PLANNING A REUNION?
Visit the Alumni page of our website to get started with reunion planning, we are here to help in any way you need!
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