BITS AND BARK
SUBURBAN BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL
Week of March 9-13
Our Mission: Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church and School disciples each generation to grow deeply, serves humbly, and goes boldly in Christ to advance God’s Kingdom.
Growing Through Hard Lessons
As parents and teachers, we share the same hope for our children. We want them to grow into people who are kind, wise, and faithful — the people God created them to be.
But that growth rarely happens without mistakes.
Children are learning every day. Sometimes that means discovering that the language we allow around us becomes the language that comes out. Sometimes loyalty to a friend gets confused with permission to be rude to someone else. Sometimes they follow choices they know are wrong simply because others are doing it.
When those moments happen, it can be hard for us as parents. Our instinct is often to defend or protect our child. Yet one of the most loving things we can do is allow them to learn through correction and guidance from the adults who care about them.
Scripture reminds us:
“Train up a child in the way he should go…” — Proverbs 22:6
In its truest sense, discipline is not punishment. Discipline is teaching. It is helping children learn, grow, and understand how their choices affect others.
At school and at home, we are working together to help children see themselves as Jesus sees them — loved, redeemed, and called to treat others with kindness and respect.
This partnership requires trust. Together, we guide our children through mistakes so they can grow stronger in character and faith.
And through it all, Christ remains our anchor — full of grace, truth, and the promise that He continues to shape each of us as we grow.
Congratulations!
Finding Nemo, Jr. Performance
Please join us for the Middle School performance of Finding Nemo, Jr. Over 50 area middle schoolers are participating in this annual show and we would love to have you join us. Performances are Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14 at 7:00 p.m. at Concordia Lutheran High School. Tickets are $7.00 and are available at the door. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
SCHOOL AUCTION- MARCH 21- All Proceeds are going to the PLAYGROUND
You are ALL invited to our SBLS Auction which is scheduled for March 21, 2026, at the Allen County Fairgrounds. Admission is free (must be 21 to attend). This is an opportunity to come together as a community and have a wonderful time enjoying food, fellowship, live music, bid on silent auction items and have a lively live auction. Doors will open at 5pm with a full dinner being offered at a cost of $20 per person.
If you have a business and would be interested in sponsoring or donating an items that would be greatly appreciated. Donations are key to making our auction a success. You could also consider helping the auction committee in reaching out to local businesses you know to request items, gift cards, or sponsorships. You can contact Amber Yoder 260-615-4494, Diana Taylor 260-413-8157 or Elaine Auer at 260-318-3901.
Many volunteers are needed. If you can help in any way please give these ladies or the school office a call.
Help us Fill the Basket and Help the Classroom
Class Baskets are a fun way to support your child’s classroom. Every dollar raised goes directly to the teacher to purchase special items, creative supplies, and those little extras that make learning more engaging (and classrooms more magical).
Would you consider helping your child’s teacher by sending in a donation? Your gift helps turn “That would be nice…” into “We can do that!”
Thank you for supporting the teachers who give so much to our kids every day.
Basket Themes:
Nursery - Camping/Outdoors Theme
PK Hobbs- Summertime Fun
PK Calle- Zoo Theme
K Gottschalk-Gardening
K Braun- Movie Night
1 Moffitt- Ice Cream
1 Dahnke- Date Night
2 - Coffee and Tea
3- Arts and Crafts
4- Sports
5- Baking
6- Candy
7- Video Games
8 German- Gift Cards
8 Holman- Game Night
Order Your Yearbook!
Don’t miss the chance to hold this year’s memories in your hands — order your yearbook today. See slip below.
Special Music
You're invited to a Special Wednesday Lenten Service at Suburban Bethlehem Lutheran Church on March 11 at 7:00pm. 81 musicians of the Symphonic Band and Gold Voice Choir from Valley Lutheran High School (Saginaw, Michigan) will provide a unique Lenten concert sharing the message of Christ's love for us through music!
What's for Lunch?
Week of March9-13
Salad Choice: Cobb Salad
Monday: Beef Teriyaki
Tuesday: French Toast Sticks
Wednesday: Bosco Sticks with Marinara
Thursday: Walking Taco
Friday: Grilled Cheese
Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwiches and Yogurt & Cheese can be substituted for main dish.
THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER
https://www.fns.usda.gov/civil-rights
Week of March 16-20
Salad: Caesar Salad
Monday: Fiestada Pizza
Tuesday: Salisbury Steak with Dinner Roll
Wednesday: Pancakes
Thursday: Orange Chicken
Friday: Pepperoni or Cheese Pizza
COMING SOON!
SAVE THE DATE:
Student Spring Picture Day
Friday, March 13. Order forms were sent home with your child this week.
