Lutheran North Example

Channel 4 Features Example's Event

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Mon, 06 May 2013 21:43:00 +0000

Tune your television to Channel 4 tonight at 11:00 to see the story on Example's efforts to help education students and parents about the dangers of drinking and drug use as well as the legal consequences for parents hosting prom and graduation parties.

Example hosted Macomb County Assistant Prosecutor Steve Fox who spoke to the student body during the day and returned that same night to speak to parents. Channel 4 will feature the event during its Defenders spot tonight at 11:00.

Kickball tournament and much more

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:48:00 +0000

Example's final event of the year is on Saturday, May 11 at 7:00 pm. Yes, it's time to break out the kickball gear and get ready for some great fun. Gather your most trusted friends and call it a team. Don't have enough for a team? Fret not, there are always people willing to play so we can create a team when you arrive.

The important part is that you are there. Your $3.00 entry fee gets you free access to the field, free parking, expertly grilled hot dogs, pop, cookies, a spacious area to hang out with your friends and a chance at kickball immortality.

Don't tell anyone but there's talk of an eating contest that you will have to see to believe. Better yet, you'll have to enter to win.

So you've never been to an Example event? No problem. We never take attendance and we just want you to show up and have fun.

See Mr. Brandt if you have any questions

I'm not drinking at Prom because...

noreply@blogger.com (John Brandt) — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:23:00 +0000

What does it take to have a good time?
Prom is tomorrow and for the majority of you, you want to have the night of your life. So what do you need to do to have fun? For most of you, going to pictures will be okay. You may not be the biggest picture taker, but you get through it. Then you go to dinner with your friends at the designated table…okay not bad. I mean the food is good and you can crack a few jokes to lighten the mood. Then you get to that dancing! It's better but still not the most fun. The music is mediocre, the dances are dumb, but it’s still kind of fun.
Then the after party. Now we are talking! That is going to be the best. You’ll smile your way through pictures, eat your way through dinner, dance your way across the dance floor, and drink your way through the after party! Right? 'Cause I mean everyone is doing it and it will be the BEST TIME EVER!

Will it really? Will it be the best time ever? Because last time I checked, people puking, passing out, getting into car accidents, having poor judgment, making stupid, irrational decisions that can risk your life is not fun.

I have always hated the saying, “have fun but not too much fun” followed by a nudge and a wink. What does that even mean? You mean to tell me that “too much fun” is forgetting the entire night the next morning? Too much fun is being hung over the next morning and puking your guts out! Too much fun is possibly getting busted by the cops and having to pay a fine and having that on your record forever? Too much fun is putting your life and your “friends” lives in danger because of poor decision making?

I will not be drinking at prom. I have great friends that I can have a great time with…without drinking. I don’t need some substance that risks my friendships and my life or my friends’ lives.

Neither do you.

Parker McGoldrick

I'm not drinking at Prom because...

noreply@blogger.com (John Brandt) — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:48:00 +0000

Mercedes' faith in God is the only superpower she needs

Hi my name is Mercedes Hughes and I’m making the choice not to drink at prom.

I won’t be drinking at prom because I understand the harmful effects it can have on my body. I know that it hurts not only myself but the people I care about too. But most importantly I wont be drinking at prom because when you drink you are saying that you and your desires are more important than God. When you choose to drink you are blatantly saying that that you are above God and his plan for you, and that you know what is best for your life, not God.

It is not in God’s plan for me and my life. His plan for me does not include conforming to the patterns of this world, but instead it is to live according to his will. I know it’s not always easy to stand up against the temptation to fit in by drinking, but we are never alone through temptation.

In 1 Corinthians 10:13 God promises, “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.”

Example's Prom Presentations

noreply@blogger.com (John Brandt) — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:09:00 +0000

On Wednesday, April 24, Example hosted two events to help inform students and parents about the legal consequences of alcohol and drug use. Mr. Steve Fox, Assistant Prosecutor for Macomb County spoke to Lutheran North's student body during the day and then later that evening he addressed parents.

We live in a world where information is easy to access. Unfortunately, many students and parents do not understand the legal or physical consequences of drug and alcohol use. Mr. Fox clearly informed students and parents during both of his presentations.

Earlier in the week Zach explained to the student body why he would not be drinking at Prom this weekend.

The Macomb Daily covered the student body presentation and Channel 4 covered the parent presenation. Chanel 4's episode will air later in the week. We will keep you informed of the date.

“Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them,

for it is the Lord your God who goes with you.

He will not leave you or forsake you.”

Deuteronomy 31:6

I'm not drinking at Prom because...

noreply@blogger.com (John Brandt) — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:55:00 +0000

Hi my name is Danielle and I have made the decision to not drink at Prom. Although it will be an amazing night with friends and a night we will never forget, in the grand scheme of things Prom is not that big of a deal.

I know.

Gasp!

Prom not a big deal? You’ve got to be kidding me! The truth is, it’s not. Now don’t get me wrong, I’m just as excited about Prom as the next person, but it’s not a big enough deal for me to risk breaking the law by drinking under age for it.

And that’s not a big enough deal for me to lie to my parents and betray their confidence in me.
It’s not a big enough deal to lose consciousness over it.
It’s not a big enough deal that I would disappoint my friends for it.
It’s not a big enough deal that I would lose my sisters’ respect and trust in me for it.
It’s not a big enough deal that I would potentially throw away my future college plans for it.
It’s not a big enough deal that I would throw away my judgment for it.
It’s not a big enough deal that I would throw my morals out the window for it.
And it’s certainly not a big enough deal that I would spit in my Savior’s face and deny Him by disobeying Him.

And all for what? One party? One night?

Certainly a great night, but not great enough to take the place of my family, friends, future and Savior. Ultimately, you have to decide.

Is drinking at Prom a big enough deal to you?

Example PROMise

noreply@blogger.com (John Brandt) — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:34:00 +0000

Example encourages students to enjoy a drug free prom this weekend. We will post these contracts on the wall near the office. Stop by Mr. Brandt's room to sign an Example PROMise and get your free Example wristband.

I'm not drinking at Prom because...

noreply@blogger.com (John Brandt) — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:22:00 +0000

If you don’t know me I’m Megan and I’m a senior. I’m choosing to not drink at Prom because I know the consequences. Alcohol contributes to all of the leading causes of death among teens. In my opinion, that’s a good enough reason to steer clear. Drinking also hinders your relationship with God in the process.

As Matthew 5:48 states, “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect." Obviously, none of us can be perfect. That’s Jesus’ job. But what we do is strive to live for Him in everything we do. By not drinking this weekend, you will not only be taking your life out of jeopardy, but you will also be setting a standard for yourself.

Christ died for us, so why shouldn’t we live for Him?

It's Just Alcohol

noreply@blogger.com (John Brandt) — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 21:01:00 +0000

The following article was published on MADD's blog. You can link to the original article and read more comments.

It's “Just” Alcohol (Guest Blog)
By Guest Blogger | April 20, 2013| Filed in: Power of Parents , Underage Drinking

By Barry Adkins, whose 18 year-old son, Kevin, died of alcohol poisoning on the day he moved out on his own. In an effort to raise awareness Barry walked, from Arizona to Montana, with Kevin’s ashes in his backpack, sharing his story along the way. Barry is also the author of "Kevin’s Last Walk, A Father’s Final Journey With His Son."

It's just alcohol; at least they’re not doing drugs.” How many of us have said this, heard it, or thought it? Often, we think that as long as they are “just drinking” our children will be okay, but we couldn’t be more wrong. Most illegal drugs are tried for the first time under the influence of alcohol. Alcohol kills more than all illegal drugs combined. The younger your child starts drinking, the more likely they are to become an alcoholic. Still think it isn’t a big deal? Try using Google to search for the term “alcohol abuse” and check out how many results you get.

I am not advocating that we go back to the days of prohibition. It didn’t work before, it won’t work now. I am advocating educating our children about the dangers of alcohol abuse. As a society we do a lousy job of discouraging our children to drink. Television shows and movies glorify binge drinking. They show people getting drunk and having a “good time.” They don’t bother to show you the bad things that can happen when your child drinks. They could get behind the wheel and kill someone or themselves, die from alcohol poisoning or get a DUI. For your precious little girl, it’s things like rape, sexual assault, unwanted pregnancy and STD’s. For that boy you are so proud of, he could be assaulted, or assault someone, or become an unplanned father.

Those precious children that you have held, burped, changed diapers and loved, have hopes and dreams. They dream of growing up and finding a cure for cancer, helping starving kids around the world, going to the moon, being president, (insert your child’s dream here). They will also be faced with many decisions. Decisions like where they want to go to college, what they want to study, where they want to live, who they want to marry, how many grandchildren they want to bless you with, etc.

All important decisions, no doubt, but the decision your child makes about alcohol will define their lives. Make even one bad decision about alcohol and all of the above hopes and dreams can vanish into thin air.

It’s too late for my son Kevin, who died of alcohol poisoning, on the day he moved out on his own, but it’s not too late for your child. The decisions your child makes about alcohol will have a profound effect on how their life, (and yours), turns out. Educate yourself, and then educate your children. Be a parent, not a buddy, sit down with your child and make a list of the good things that can happen when they drink and the bad things that can happen. It will be an eye opener for both of you. Use news stories that involve poor decision making under the influence of alcohol to start a discussion. My son, Kevin, used to say, “Yeah, yeah dad, you don’t have to tell me again, I know what I am doing,” but he didn’t, and it would cost him his life and alter mine in a way I could never have imagined. Pause for a moment and close your eyes. Imagine yourself getting that “knock on the door” while your child lies dead in a morgue.

Folks, I’m begging you, act as if your child’s life depends on it, because it does.

When you lose a child, the most that you can hope for is to make something very good come from it. That is what I plan to spend the rest of my life doing.

Something very good will come from this…

Prom is in the air

noreply@blogger.com (John Brandt) — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 01:06:00 +0000

Lutheran North's Prom is Friday, April 26. Young men are looking for creative ways to ask their dates to this annual event and girls are searching for the perfect shoes to match their perfect dresses. Prom is certainly an exciting time.

Once again Example is doing all it can to encourage young men and women to avoid the temptations of drugs and alcohol during Prom season. Take a look at some of annual events and the different activities Example has hosted in the past.

This year is no different. Plans are underway to help make Prom 2013 fun, safe, God-pleasing and definitely worth remembering.

One of our main events this year will take place on Wednesday, April 24. From 10:45 - 11:50 am. Example will host an assembly featuring the Assistant Prosecuting attorney for Macomb County, Mr. Steve Fox. Mr. Fox spoke at an Example event earlier this year and we are excited that he is willing to return and share his unique insights and experiences. Parents are welcome to attend this assembly. Please check in at the office and then head to the gym.

Parents, later that evening at 7:00 Mr. Fox will return and discuss the dangers of drug and alcohol use, legal implications for both parents and minors, the dangers and penalties with K2 and other related issues. This will be a great opportunity to learn how we can help our children, families and community avoid the dangers of drugs and alcohol. Mr. Fox's evening presentation will take place in the media center.

For more information contact John Brandt: JBrandt@lhsa.com, 586-781-9151 Ext. 118

AAM: Day Six

noreply@blogger.com (John Brandt) — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 13:25:00 +0000

Matthew 26:41

"Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”

1 Timothy 4:12

Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.

What is this AAM all about?

AAM: Day Five

noreply@blogger.com (John Brandt) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 16:03:00 +0000

Knowing these facts about underage drinking can help you

avoid tragic consequences...

AAM: Day Four

noreply@blogger.com (John Brandt) — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 17:57:00 +0000

Here is some important information for students to know and parents to share with their children:

According to the 2009 College Alcohol Survey, college and university administrators estimate alcohol is involved with...

30% of academic failures

38% of physical injuries

58% of violent behaviors...

and more tragic consequences

AAM: Day Three

noreply@blogger.com (John Brandt) — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:04:00 +0000

Example showed this video to the student body a couple of years ago during Prom week. We thought is was perfect for day three of Alcohol Awareness Month 2013.

Isaiah 12:2

“Behold, God is my salvation;
I will trust, and will not be afraid;
for the Lord God is my strength and my song,
and he has become my salvation.”

AAM: Day Two

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 17:30:00 +0000

April is Alcohol Awareness Month

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 18:30:00 +0000

April is Alcohol Awareness month.

It's also the month for Lutheran North's Prom. Example encourages parents and students to do everything they can to make a difference and stop underage drinking. It's not as difficult as many will lead you to believe. Parents and students, it may take some courage, but you are not the only ones taking a stand.

Throughout this month Example will provide information, suggestions and God-pleasing alternatives to underage drinking. Check out Example's tweets and follow us on Facebook.

^{Colossians 3:1,2,17}

^{If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth....And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.}

Example's 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 19:33:00 +0000

Last year tenacious defense assured Carrie and her basketball chums a championship. Coordinating uniforms with pictures of animated dogs from a television series, brought Joel and his hoopster pals a first round exit from Example's 3-on-3 basketball tournament.

This year Example's 3on-3 basketball tournament is back. It takes place on Saturday, March 23. Hoops action begins at noon.

Tournament Rules

Team rosters can include up to five players.

Only two of those players may have varsity experience

There is a separate tournament for guys and girls

This is a single elimination tournament. Lose and go home. Those who stay will be champions!

All teams must have their players in the gym at noon.

Pizza, pop and snacks will be provided

Your team roster needs to be given to Mr. Brandt by Wednesday, March 20th

Cost is $3.00 per person whether you play or whether you watch in stupefied fascination

No injuries. Lots of fun. Great encouragement

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 02:43:00 +0000

February's Example event was a great time. While a video is in the making that chronicles the night's excitement, we thought we'd share a couple of highlights.

We opened the gate, turned on the stadium lights and enjoyed Sled-Fest 2013. After last year's raging controversy, Example added various competition categories: the two-man team, the four-man team, the four-peopled co-ed team, the five-female team, the I'll-just-run-the-length-of-the-football-field-without-a-sled team.

Once the Sled-Fest champions were crowned, the action moved inside with a very fun and somewhat dangerous game of blind-man dodge ball.

Thankfully, there were no extreme dodge ball injuries. Egos will heal and most of Mr. Schlump's injuries were not life-threatening.

Example would like to thank Carrie for courageously sharing her story. The encouragement she shared and the encouragement she received from people in Example and from God's promises to His people, are what makes this group rewarding.

Example would also like to thank Steve Fox, Macomb County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, for sharing his insights concerning the legal and social consequences of illegal drug and alcohol use.

We ended the evening with these verses from II Corinthians 4:7-12

"But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us. We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying in the body the death of Jesus,

so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our bodies. "

Blind-man dodge ball

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 15:17:00 +0000

Example's next activity is this Saturday, February 23. One of the activities will be blind-man dodge ball. While we won't describe all the details of the event, you can be sure that the activity will involve fun, screams, laughter, perhaps some bruising, laughter, random rule-making and an opportunity to surround yourself with others that share your willingness to have fun and make a difference.

The festivities begin at 7:00 and the cost is $3.00.

Being a parental Example is important

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 14:48:00 +0000

"...in 2012, the GfK Roper Youth Report says 73% of youth report their parents are their leading influence on whether they drink alcohol or not while less than 2% say it's the ads they see or the media they watch."

According to a Joseph Rowntree survey…

“Children who watch parents drink 'are twice as likely to binge on alcohol'

Joanna Moorhead, offered these insights in her column in the online publication, The Guardian, “It's so much easier for us to blame the media, friends and the Internet for all the bad stuff our children get up to. And maybe this means that, instead of berating my 17-year-old daughter for sometimes, over-indulging in alcohol, I should be turning the spotlight on - gulp! myself.”

Parent: a great noun that's even a better verb.

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 17:03:00 +0000

Tonight there is a great opportunity to make nouns into verbs. No, this isn’t a grammar lesson. We won’t be diagramming sentences, looking for action verbs or explaining what happens when modifiers are left dangling.

Tonight is an excellent opportunity to make parent, often used as a noun – “My parents remember using a rotary phone attached to a stretchy, curly cord”, into a verb.

Parent your children by knowing what they will be doing tonight and take measures, make decisions that will help keep them safe. Taking car keys from underage drinkers is not the solution. Alcohol poisoning is not averted because parents took car keys from teenagers and then allowed them to drink while partying in the basement.

Parent your children by communicating with other parents. If your son or daughter is staying at a friend’s house, call those parents and ask what they will do to ensure alcohol is not a part of the New Year celebration.

Parent your children by explaining to them why you care about what they will do tonight.

Parent.

Example's Advice to Parents

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:12:00 +0000

Students also offered advice to parents:

Example's Christmas Gift

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:57:00 +0000

Students' Advice for Students

At our last Example event students wrote down advice they wanted other students to hear. The temptations to drink and use drugs are always strong, but with the numerous holiday parties, they may be even stronger. Check out the wall by the office for more words of encouragement.

Example's Christmas Party

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 01:43:00 +0000

The event began with a gift exchange. The Most Creative Present was from Dana who gifted Nicole's life with a new goldfish.

The Most Ewww Present went to Mereidth. With her new supply of elastics, Meredith won't need any help with her braces for some time.

The Most Awkward Present may have been the the booklet of creeped photos of Mr. Brandt with faces of family members replaced by a white circle and a "Your face here." message. Mr. Brandt has contacted his legal team and is investigating if this privacy intrusion violates the Patriot Act.

Students acted out Christmas songs while the other groups tried to guess the title. I believe the answer to the human contortionists pictured at the right was Joy to the World.

The evening also included the Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest. It was a fiercely competitive battle, but at the end of the night, the people spoke and cheered, whistled and voted

Anna as the Ugly Christmas Sweater Champion of 2012

The evening closed with the study of I Timothy 4:12. Paul encourages Timothy to be strong and not let others look down on him because he is young. The advice Paul gave Timothy is the same advice we can apply to our lives. Our response to the mercy and grace freely given to us through Christ's death and resurrection, is to be examples to others in speech, life, love, faith and purity. Students then wrote advice to other students and parents about how to avoid the temptations of alcohol and drug use. Their encouraging words of advice are posted in the main hallway by the office.

For more pictures and videos check out Example on Facebook.

Example Advice to Students...and Parents

noreply@blogger.com (Example) — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 02:06:00 +0000

One event at Example's Christmas party involved students writing down advice they would like to give to their friends and parents. The comments will be displayed along the main hallway this week. Here are just a few examples of Example advice

Students' Advice to Students: During vacation there are plenty of temptations to drink and use drugs. This is not part of God's plan for us. What advice could you give to your friends that will help them avoid these temptations?

Be strong in the Lord. He is with you and will guide you. Don't give into the temptations that the devil puts in front of you. Remember, that God is with you and will give you strength.
Spend time with friends and family who will encourage you to make smart decisions. The decision to say "No" is easier when there are others backing you up.
Put yourself in situations where you are not going to be tempted.
"One time" could be the "one time" too many. It is not worth it.

Students' Advice to Parents: So often we look to parents for advice. Their wisdom and experience are encouraging and helpful. What advice could you give parents that would help and encourage you to avoid the dangers of drinking and drugs?

Set a good example for those you come in contact with. Acknowledge that underage drinking and drugs are bad, and support those who choose to make the right decision.
Ground your kids in scripture.
Be responsible with how much and what you drink. Set an example to your kids.
Supporting underage drinking doesn't help anyone. Don't try to be the "cool" parent. It puts people in danger. Be smart and Responsible

Pictures and videos of the Christmas party will be posted soon.