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The Lancer Express - October 20, 2025
- pdurkee
- 5 days ago
- 7 min read
Updated: 2 days ago
Welcome Pastor Bode!
Last week we officially welcomed Pastor Seth Bode as our new Campus Pastor when we was installed. Pastor Bode has already jumped into teaching and is getting to know the amazing students and staff here at MLHS. We’re so blessed to have him and his family join the Lancer Family.
Dine with the Principals
Last week Friday, we had the pleasure of welcoming the Lakeshore Lutheran School principals for their quarterly meeting! A special highlight: some of our students had the opportunity to meet and enjoy lunch with their principals — a cherished tradition that began years ago and continues to bring joy each year.
What’s Happening This Week at Manitowoc Lutheran High School
Week of October 20–26, 2025
A Historic and Action-Packed Week at Manitowoc Lutheran High School
This week marks a milestone at Manitowoc Lutheran High School as the Lancers celebrate a historic achievement: for the first time ever, two MLHS teams are seeded #1 in the WIAA postseason—Varsity Football and Varsity Volleyball.
🏈 Varsity Football capped off a perfect 9-0 regular season, dominating opponents with a combined score of 396-78. This not only secured the top seed but also set a new school record for most points scored in a single season.
🏐 Varsity Volleyball finished with an impressive 29-9 overall record, going undefeated in conference play (6-0). Even more remarkable, the team didn’t drop a single set during conference matches, sweeping all opponents 18-0 in sets.
🏃♂️🏃♀️MLHS Cross Country teams wrapped up their conference season with strong performances across all divisions:
Team Placements:
Boys Varsity – 6th place
Girls Varsity – 5th place
Boys JV – 4th place
Girls JV – 2nd place
All-Conference Honors:
2nd Team: Max Ciha (14th), Temperance Farmer (19th)
Honorable Mention: JJ Sweney (29th), Urijah Millen (30th), Maddie Wusterbarth (26th), Isabella Eick (29th)
Personal Milestone:
🎉 Max Ciha achieved a lifetime PR with a time of 18:14!
Congratulations to all runners for their hard work and achievements!
These accomplishments reflect the dedication, teamwork, and excellence that define the Lancer spirit. With post season races, playoffs and regional championships ahead, the excitement on campus is palpable.
THIS WEEK
🏈 Monday, October 20
JV Football vs. Coleman📍 Home Field | 🕠 5:30 PM | Come cheer on the Lancers as they take on Coleman under the lights!
🎮 Tuesday, October 21
MLHS Esports Match📺 Watch live at MLHS Esports YouTube Channel | 🕞 3:30 PM | Support our competitive gamers as they battle online in this week’s match.
🎶 Wednesday, October 22
Lancer Singers & Jazz Band Tour🎤 Visiting SJSJ Reedsville & Trinity-Brillion Our talented musicians will be sharing their gifts with fellow Lakeshore Lutheran schools.
🏐 Thursday, October 23
Varsity Volleyball Regional Semifinal📍 Home Gym | 🕖 7:00 PM | #1 MLHS takes on the winner of #9 Sturgeon Bay vs. #8 Kewaunee. Let’s pack the gym and show our Lancer pride!
🎓🏈 Friday, October 24
Student Resource & Incentive Day A day focused on academic support, enrichment, and celebrating student achievements.
Varsity Football Level 1 Playoffs📍 Home Field | 🕖 7:00 PM#1 | MLHS vs. #8 Waterloo — Let’s rally behind our top-seeded Lancers in this playoff showdown!
🏃🏐 Saturday, October 25
Varsity Cross Country Sectionals📍 Meadow Links Golf Course | 🕚 11:00 AM (Course opens at 9:30 AM) | Watch our runners compete for a spot at state!
Varsity Volleyball Regional Championship📍 Home Gym | 🕖 7:00 PM | If victorious on Thursday, MLHS will host the championship match. Let’s make it a double playoff weekend!
🍂 Sunday, October 26
Fall Festival & Fine Arts Concert📍 MLHS | 🕑 Festival begins at 12:00 PM | 🎶 Concert at 4:00 PM | Enjoy pie, ice cream, coffee, silent auction baskets, and a craft fair. The concert theme is “You Ought to Be In Pictures”, featuring over 75% of MLHS students involved in Fine Arts.
LS & Jazz Band Tour
The Lancer Singers and Jazz Band hit the road this week with visits to St John Lutheran School & Daycare, Maribel, Wisconsin and Morrison Zion Lutheran School —and what a day it was!
At Maribel, our students shared their talents through music, handed out candy, highlighted the many awesome opportunities at MLHS, and enjoyed lunch and recess with the kids.
Then it was off to Morrison, where some of our Lancers joined the 1st–2nd graders for a sneak peek at their musical rehearsal, while others visited the PreK classroom. Meanwhile, the rest were busy trying not to get “captured” by students during a lively game of gazebo tag at recess!
We loved connecting with these future Lancers and sharing the joy of music, fun, and fellowship. All the photos from the day can be seen HERE.
Academic Awards
In case you missed it- last week we announced our Academic Excellence Award winners for the 2024-25 school year. Students who maintained a GPA of 3.5 or higher for both semesters earned an academic award, letter, or pin in honor of their dedication and success. To see the story CLICK HERE.
3 - Day Bonuses!!
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October 3-26
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🏀 Calling All MLHS Male Alumni — We’re Bringing It Back! 🏀
The Alumni Basketball Tournament returns on Saturday, December 27, 2025, and you do not want to miss it! Whether you were a starter, a sixth man, or just love the game, it’s time to lace up and relive the glory days with your fellow Lancers.
💥 18-minute running halves 💥 First game tips off at 9AM 💥 $50 per player 💥 Proceeds benefit the MLHS Boys Basketball Program
The format will be finalized once we know how many teams are in —register by December 1st!
This is more than a tournament — it’s a reunion, a showdown, and a chance to support the next generation of Lancer athletes. Let’s pack the gym, bring the energy, and make this comeback unforgettable.
📣 Don’t sit this one out. Be part of the action. Be part of the legacy.
Sign Up for Jr. Lancer Boys’ Basketball!
In Junior Lancer Basketball, we’re committed to creating a safe, Christ-centered environment where boys in grades 5–8 can grow in their love for the game and for God. Our program focuses on teaching basketball fundamentals both on and off the court, helping students smoothly transition from grade school to Lancer high school basketball. These spring tournament teams are open to all students in the MLHS federation. Whether your child is just starting out or looking to sharpen his skills, Jr. Lancer Basketball is the perfect place to jumpstart her basketball journey! Cost: $125 per child.
Learn more & register by visiting:
K-4 Basketball Skills Camp -LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP!
Attention ALL Kids K-4
Get ready to dribble, shoot, and score at the Basketball Skills Camp hosted by the Manitowoc Lutheran High School National Honor Society students!
This camp is designed just for kids in grades K–4 and is packed with fun, energy, and Lancer spirit! Whether you're brand new to basketball or already love the game, you'll have a blast learning new skills, playing games, and making new friends.
Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to train with our amazing
NHS student leaders and have fun!
Spots fill fast—sign up today and get ready for a slam dunk of a time!
Visit www.mlhslancers.org/nhs
MLHS Fall Music Festival – Sunday, October 26, 2025
Join Us for the Biggest Fine Arts Fundraiser of the Year!
Mark your calendars for the Annual MLHS Fall Music Festival—our most anticipated Fine Arts fundraising event—happening on Sunday, October 26th!
The Fall Festival begins at NOON Enjoy a delightful afternoon with pie, ice cream, coffee, and the chance to bid on a wide variety of beautiful baskets and packages. NEW THIS YEAR – Craft Vendor Fair!
Student Performance at 4:00 PM Be inspired as our talented Fine Arts students share their musical gifts, showcasing the creativity and dedication that make MLHS so special.
Support the MLHS Fine Arts Program Did you know that over 85% of our student body participates in Fine Arts? Proceeds from this event help fund music, equipment, theater productions, and the Fine Arts Trip—making these experiences accessible and enriching for all.
Want to get involved? We welcome:
· Donations of baskets or items
· Sponsorships from individuals or businesses
· Gifts in kind from crafters, creators, and small business owners
· Craft Vendors-$30 fee for a booth
Visit www.mlhslancers.org/fallfestival to learn more and explore donation and sponsorship, and craft vendor booth opportunities.
MLHS is a non-profit organization, and thanks to your generosity—and God’s blessings—we’re able to offer students a Fine Arts experience that lasts a lifetime.
THANK YOU for your support!
Veterans Breakfast & Service
All veterans and their spouses are invited to join us for a complimentary breakfast and worship service on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
Breakfast | 8:30 - 9:30AM
Veterans Service | 10:o0 - 11:00AM
This is a FREE event, but we please ask that you register so we can be sure to serve you!
COMING UP...
Spices Restaurant & BP Gas Station Partnership
Exciting News... In the during the first month of sales, The Spices Restaurant & bar & BP Gas station kindly donated over $750 to MLHS!
The Spices restaurant located on 2324 N. Rapids Road, Manitowoc is contributing 1% of all food sales from the restaurant, and $0.01 per gallon of gasoline sold at the gas station each month!
Any customer referred by MLHS or any of its 23 supporting churches shall receive a 20% discount on purchases at The Spices Restaurant. Additionally, The Spices will contribute 10% of the total revenue generated from referred customers. So make sure to frequent the location!
To learn more about advertising with Lancer Broadcasting CLICK HERE
Or to download more information Click the downloadable flyer below.
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.
Jobs & Openings
Jesus’ Lambs of Grace
Join Our Ministry: Part-Time Preschool Teacher - A Calling, Not Just a Career! Are you passionate about nurturing young hearts in a Christ-centered environment? Jesus’ Lambs of Grace—an extension of Grace Lutheran Church—is seeking a joyful and dedicated individual to serve as a Part-Time Preschool Assistant. In this vital role, you’ll help create a warm, engaging, and structured classroom experience for our 3- and 4-year-olds. From assisting with age-appropriate activities to guiding daily routines like potty training, you’ll have the special opportunity to share God’s love and help sow seeds of faith in our youngest learners. Learn More Here
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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