Mustang Minute - September 3, 2026
Lutheran North Families,
Another successful week is in the books. It’s hard to believe that we have just finished week three, but with an early start to the school year, it has also given our students and staff an opportunity to get settled in more quickly than usual. We pray that your children are adjusting well to the routines of another school year.
Our chapel speakers on Monday and Tuesday focused on Matthew 16, during which Jesus rebuked Peter and reminded him to focus on the things of God, rather than the things of man. Our students, faculty and staff were reminded that this world will slowly try to pull us away from Christ, but to stand firm, draw close to Him and to focus on the things of God.
During Thursday’s chapel, Pastor Dan Howard of Hope Lutheran Church in Warren, inducted our new teachers. We are excited to bring them into the fold and to walk alongside them as they deliver content and the message of Christ to our students each day.
Outside of the classroom, athletics and clubs are in full swing. Our Theatre Department determined their cast list for Alice in Wonderland. We cannot wait to see the production this fall. We also held our first HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) meeting in the student center, which was so heavily attended that we needed nearly every seat available. Please continue to encourage your children to get involved!
As we head into a long weekend, I encourage each of our families to take some time to enjoy the company of one another, enjoy God’s creation and to dive into His word. We have an exciting year ahead of us, but long weekends like this give our families a much-needed chance to enjoy some time away from the normal routines of school. I pray God’s richest blessings on your families during the break and look forward to seeing our students back on Tuesday morning.
Garrett Wenzelburger
Lutheran North Principal
AN IMPORTANT LETTER FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT
Dear LHSA Parents,
The new Federal Education Tax Credit program has the potential to provide significant financial assistance to families for educational expenses. However, for eligible LHSA families to benefit, the State of Michigan must first opt into the program. At this time, Michigan has not opted into the program.
Beginning in January of 2027, individuals who donate to an approved Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) may receive a federal tax credit of up to $1,700. SGOs can then provide scholarships to eligible families to help cover qualified K-12 educational expenses.
I encourage you to learn more about the program by reviewing this document (Michigan SGO.pdf) from the Michigan Association of Non-Public Schools or by visiting the SGO Guide website here.
For many LHSA families, this program could provide meaningful financial assistance for educational expenses. I encourage you to consider contacting your state legislators and the Governor's office to express your support for Michigan opting into the program. Communication from parents and constituents can play an important role in emphasizing the positive impact this would have on families.
In Christ,
Micah Lorenzen
2026-27 School Theme
Fashion Show 2026
Join the Fashion Show Committee! ✨
Parents, we’d love for YOU to be part of our biggest fundraiser of the year! 💛🖤
Join us for our first Fashion Show planning meeting on September 10 at 6:00 PM in the Media (Student) Center and help make Jazz, Jewels & Generosity: A Gatsby Glam Fundraiser an incredible night for our Mustangs!
📅 March 12, 2027
📍 Penna’s of Sterling
✨ Silent & Live Auctions
🍽️ Dinner
👠 Our juniors and seniors taking the runway!
There are so many ways to get involved, and your help will make a significant impact as we raise funds to support our Mustangs. Please consider joining us—we’d love to have you! 🐴🖤💛
BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT 9/14
Mark your calendars for Monday, September 14th at 6pm.
Come be a part of this great opportunity to not only gain a better understanding of the content your son or daughter will be learning, but also to get to know the educators who will be teaching your student(s) this year!
HOSA PARENT MEETING 9/16 6pm
Wednesday, September 16 – The meeting will focus on the competitive event portion of HOSA and it will be from 6:00-7:00 in the Student Center. If parents cannot attend the meeting, they can find information on the Michigan HOSA website at the link below. They can also reach out to Mrs. Mandziara at nmandziara@lhsa.com through email.
Future Mustang Day 9/21
No School – September 21! 🐴🖤💛
Lutheran North will not have school on Monday, September 21, as we welcome our future Mustangs for Future Mustang Day! This is a fantastic opportunity for 8th graders and their parents to experience what makes Lutheran North truly special. We’re excited to showcase our school, meet prospective families, and give our future Mustangs a glimpse of life at LHN!
🎉 Lutheran North Homecoming 2026: A Night in Rio! 🎉
Lutheran North Homecoming 2026 — A Night in Rio — is quickly approaching, and we can’t wait to celebrate! 💃🕺 Join us for an unforgettable evening on Saturday, October 3rd, from 7:00–9:30 p.m.
Tickets are on sale now!
$20 through September 20th
$25 from September 21st–30th
Don’t wait—ticket sales end September 30! Get your tickets early and get ready for a spectacular Night in Rio!
STATE OF THE SCHOOL UPDATE
We invite you to join us on November 19th at 7 pm for our upcoming State of the School Update, an opportunity to hear directly from school leadership about the exciting work taking place at Lutheran North. Principal Garrett Wenzelburger and Superintendent/CEO Micah Lorenzen will share updates on enrollment, academics, student life, facilities, strategic priorities, and the future direction of our school. Whether you are a current family, alumni, supporter, congregation member, delegate, area pastor, or friend of our school, we welcome you to learn more about how God is blessing our ministry and how we can continue working together to serve students and families for years to come.
SENIORS STILL IN NEED OF HEADSHOTS?
Senior Headshot Opportunity — September 10
If your senior was unable to attend one of our “Earlybird” Senior Picture Days in August, we have another opportunity to make sure they get their senior headshot taken!
Our picture company will be sending an additional photographer to Lutheran North on Thursday, September 10, the same day as our regularly scheduled school pictures. This photographer will be available specifically for seniors who still need their senior headshot.
Register and pay for you senior photos below.
You will be dismissed from class on September 10th to take your senior headshot.
IMPORTANT NOTEs:
THIS OPPORTUNITY IS ONLY FOR SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT BEEN PHOTOGRAPHED. A RETAKE DATE IS TBD.
IF YOUR SENIOR DOES NOT GET THEIR PHOTO TAKEN, THEY WILL NOT BE INCLUDED IN THE YEARBOOK OR CLASS COMPOSITE.
PICTURE DAY 9/10
SCHOOLPICTURES.COM
📸 Picture Day is coming to Lutheran North on September 10! Students will have their school photos taken during the school day, so come ready to smile and show your Mustang spirit! 🐴📸 Students can pick up an order form in the office.
Order online here:
Homecoming Class Spirit Shirts – Now Available - DEADLINE 9/13!
Show your school pride and represent your class during Homecoming Week! Freshman, sophomore, and junior shirts are $12, while senior shirts are $20. Senior shirts will feature either the student’s first or last name only—nicknames will not be printed. All shirts must be ordered online and will be delivered to school for distribution during Homecoming Week.
Order Deadline: Sunday, September 13th at 11:59 PM
🛑 No late orders will be accepted, and only the exact number of shirts purchased online will be produced. Order yours today and show your Mustang class spirit!
DETROIT SPORTS DAY 9/17
Get ready for a comfy and spirited day, Mustangs! On Thursday, September 17 (in honor of Thursday Night football - Detroit Lions vs. Buffalo Bills), students can wear their favorite Detroit Sports top with comfy, cozy bottoms for just $5. To participate, bring your $5 to the Student Center between 7:00am and 7:50am to receive your wristband. All proceeds will benefit the Mustang Parent Network and help support our wonderful and dedicated Lutheran North staff!
MUSTANG MEMORIES
FIRST ROBOTICS
Our students have the opportunity to participate with I.AM.Robot of Macomb, a local robotics program open to Lutheran North students. Lutheran North does not have a robotics team of its own, but I.AM.Robot has graciously opened their program up to our students. If your student is interested in exploring this exciting opportunity, please check out the image for more information and plan to attend the Open House on September 15th!
Labor Day Weekend 9/4 AND 9/7
A long weekend is almost here, Mustangs! Lutheran North will be closed Friday, September 4th, and Monday, September 7th in celebration of Labor Day. Enjoy the extra time to relax, recharge, and spend time with family and friends!
We’ll see you back on campus Tuesday, September 8!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
School will be dismissed at 11:57 a.m. on Wednesday, September 16 for professional development. Enjoy the early start to your afternoon, Mustangs! 🐴
Welcome Mr. Gabe Meyer
WELCOME gabe meyer
We are so excited to welcome Mr. Gabe Meyer to the Lutheran North faculty as our new math teacher! Please join us in giving him a warm Mustang welcome as he begins this exciting journey with our school community!
SCHOOL MESSENGER NEW FEATURE - SCHOOL MESSENGER
The Lutheran High Schools are pleased to share that our schools are using SchoolMessenger, a trusted communication platform, to send timely and important updates directly to your cell phone via text message. This system will help ensure that you stay informed about school-related information, school events, emergency notifications, and weather-related closures.
What is SchoolMessenger?
SchoolMessenger is a widely used notification service designed specifically for educational institutions. It enables schools to communicate quickly and securely with families using SMS (text messaging), voice calls, and email. The platform is compliant with the Student Privacy Pledge, which means your personal information is protected and will never be shared or sold.
To OPT-IN
To begin receiving text messages from Lutheran North, simply send a text message with the word "Y" or "Yes" to the number 67587 from your mobile device. Once you opt-in, you will begin receiving messages as they are sent. If at any time you wish to stop receiving texts, you can reply to any message with "Stop".
We encourage all parents and guardians to Opt-In so you can stay connected and informed
Mustang Spirit Booster Club Meeting
Parents of Mustang Athletes—We Need You!
Do you have a student currently participating in athletics at Lutheran North? If so, we’d love for you to be part of the Mustang Spirit Booster Club!
Through the support of our Booster Club volunteers, our athletic programs benefit from equipment, uniforms, transportation, referee fees, facility improvements, and so much more. All parents of athletes are asked to sign up through our volunteer website to help support these efforts.
We are incredibly grateful to those who have already fulfilled their volunteer commitment—and especially to those who continue to give their time and talents beyond the requirement. Your support makes a difference!
The Lord has blessed us with so much: great athletes, a great school, and great families. Thank you for your commitment to the Mustang Spirit Booster Club and, most importantly, to the students of Lutheran North!
We hope to see you at our first meeting next week! Go Mustangs! 🐴🖤💛
MUSTANGS — YOUR FREE ATHLETIC PASS IS REQUIRED!
Want to attend home athletic events this year? Every student MUST have a GoFan ticket to enter — even though your ticket is FREE!
👉 Log into GoFan
👉 Select the home athletic event
👉 Enter your FIRST & LAST NAME as the coupon code
👉 Your ticket price will be $0
👉 Complete checkout and save your ticket 📱
🚨 NO TICKET = NO ENTRY!
Claim your annual student pass and get ready to PACK THE STANDS! 📣🐴
FREE TO STUDENTS. REQUIRED FOR ENTRY.
NFHS NETWORK STREAMING SUBSCRIPTION
Watch your favorite Mustangs in action both home and away with a NFHS network subscription. Can’t make it to the game? You can still cheer on the Mustangs from anywhere!
Lutheran North Athletics is excited to offer families and supporters access to the NFHS Network, your home for live and on-demand coverage of Lutheran North athletic events. Enjoy live streaming of participating Lutheran North home and away athletic events from the comfort of your home or wherever you are. Stream Lutheran North events on your phone, tablet, computer, or smart TV. Whether you're at home or away, you can stay connected to Mustang Athletics.
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🏆 SUPPORT OUR STUDENT-ATHLETES
Your subscription helps support Lutheran North Athletics and provides our student-athletes with an opportunity to have their accomplishments shared with family, friends, alumni, and Mustang fans near and far.
Annual Pass — $79.99
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Visit NFHSNETWORK.COM, search for Lutheran North High School, and choose your preferred subscription option.
Mrs. Zeig will be speaking with all seniors on Friday about planning ahead for life after graduation. If your student plans to apply for college, they will need to use the Common Application or Parchment to provide an official transcript. Instructions are provided here.
PSAT/SAT REGISTRATION - DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS SEPTEMBER 11TH
All School Testing 2026 will take place on October 13th & 14th. Students in 9th and 10th grade will take the PSAT. The cost of the exam is paid for by the LHSA. Attendance is required.
Testing for 11th grade and 12th grade is optional and requires registration and the exam fee. The deadline to register an 11th or 12th grade student for testing is September 11th. See the link below to register for a student.
9TH GRADE STUDENTS - PSAT 8/9 - No Cost (All students are paid for and registered by LHN)
All Students will come to school hours 1- 4
Testing for 9th from 12pm - 3pm
12TH GRADE STUDENTS (Optional) - SAT - $60* (Money due by September 11th)
All Students will come to school hours 1-4
Testing for 12th from 12pm - 3pm
10TH GRADE STUDENTS - PSAT/NMSQT - No Cost (All students are paid for and registered by LHN)
All Students will come to school hours 5-8
Testing for 10th from 12pm - 3pm
11TH GRADE STUDENTS (Optional) - PSAT/NMSQT - $20* (Money due by September 11th)
All students will come to school hours 5-8
Testing for 11th from 12pm - 3pm
FINANCIAL AID PRESENTATION 10/23 6PM - 7PM
Join us in the Student Center to learn from a college financial aid specialist about the FAFSA form, deadlines, and other helpful information.
Reach out to your counselor if you’re struggling academically, socially, or personally. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” — Proverbs 3:5
Counseling Team
Alyssa Beens and Lindsay Zeig
Alyssa Beens (9th and 10th grade counselor) and Lindsay Zeig (11th and 12th grade counselor)
📲 Stay in the Know! Follow all three of our Lutheran North Instagram accounts—@luthnorth, @lhn_stuco, and @lhnstanggang—to keep up with important school announcements, events, athletics, student life, and everything happening around campus! 🖤💛
