March Madness!
March 3, 2016
Spring is just around the corner, and here at LHS we are already getting into the "spirit" of things, starting with March Madness. Get ready for a month filled with school spirit, fun, and friendly competition, as well as other exciting events! Read on below to find out what's coming up in the next couple of weeks.
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* CURRENT & UPCOMING EVENTS *
Who's Side Are You On?
Save your tickets for all after school LHS events, because your attendance will count as points for your team.
So You Think You Can Sing?
“So You Think You Can Sing” is tonight, March 3rd. The event will feature about 20 acts, including teacher groups! Groups can be made up of 1, 2, or 3 people. Tickets are $5 at the door.
*Hosted by the Class of 2018
Prom Fashion Show
Lord & Taylor at Quakerbridge Mall will be hosting a prom fashion show on Saturday, March 5th from 12:00-4:00 p.m. and has chosen 40+ students from LHS to walk the runway to model their latest prom fashions!
Hairspray, the Musical
This year's spring musical is HAIRSPRAY! The show will run March 10-12 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets will be available online staring February 17th ($8 for students and senior citizens, $10 for adults). All tickets at the door will be $10.
To purchase tickets online:
- Go to https://www.showtix4u.com/
- Click on "Buy Tickets" on the left side of the page
- Look for your event
Spring Forward
Pancake Breakfast
Brave the Shave
Join Mr. Adam and the LHS St. Baldrick’s team at Amalfi's on March 12th as they go bald to raise money for children's cancer research. Sign up to be a shavee, a volunteer, or to donate: https://www.stbaldricks.org/teams/LHS2016
Wrist Bands and Clovers are being sold in the Cafeteria during lunches to raise money for the cause!
At right: Mr. Adam being shaved by Jackson, a Cancer survivor
U.S. Air Force to Perform Free Concert at LHS
Enjoy a FREE concert given by the United States Air Force Rhythm in Blue jazz ensemble on Wednesday, March 16th at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. Although free, the concert requires tickets. It’s easy! Go to the online ticketing site to register/order your tickets: https://usafrhythminblue.eventbrite.com
Click HERE to read the full story.
The Big Show is Almost Here
Renaissance: The Big Show!
*Coming on March 18th*
Sponsored by Student Council, Renaissance recognizes student achievement. Students with a 2.5+ GPA, no discipline, and no unexcused tardies will qualify for the big event. Stay tuned for more information.
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* MOVERS AND SHAKERS *
St. Cyr Receives High Honor
Senior Prince St. Cyr has been named an honoree at the 54th Annual George Wah Scholar-Leader-Athlete Awards Dinner being held on March 13th at the Hyatt Regency in Princeton. Check out the article run by the Trentonian on February 26th by clicking HERE.
Congratulations, Prince!
February Students of the Month
Dominique Peters - Athletics
Daria Loving - Mathematics
Joshua Drossman - Science
Nadine Mayrena - Social Studies
Casey Ryu - English
Jonah Waters - Mathematics
Sebastian Czerwinski - Business/Technology
Ashley Chandler - English
Tristan Cadet - Fine/Performing Arts
Adeline Ripberger - Mathematics
Rohan Pahwa - PE/Health
Sanjay Mahadevan - PE/Health
Marion Roux - World Languages
Jason Nalbone - Freshman Academy
Caroline Bohra - Career Academy
Kelsey Holt - Guidance
Reznikov Honored by New Jersey Devils
Way to go, Brian!
Artists on Display
Artworks of Trenton will be hosting the art of LHS teacher Sean Carney in his exhibition, “It’s All Wood,” from March 5th – April 2nd. For more information, please visit http://artworkstrenton.org
Mercer County Community College is hosting the works of Cheryl Eng and Sean Carney in the 2016 Mercer County Artists Exhibition, which runs February 22nd – March 24th (closed the week of March 14th). More information can be found HERE.
Stop by to check out their work!
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* SENIOR SCOOP *
Cap & Gown Late Orders
WANT A FREE PROM TICKET?
All are welcome to join us on Saturday, March 12th from 10:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the Showroom (LHS Cafeteria) for the first annual LHS Mattress Fundraiser. Save up to 50% off retail! Visit the event link at http://on.fb.me/1LmLLKQ.
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* OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS *
Cardinal Jeopardy Applications
(Cardinal Jeopardy is coming on Tuesday, March 22nd!)
*Presented by National Honor Society
Ushers Needed
The Theater Company is looking for ushers for the Spring Musical! If you are interested, please see Ms. Baldwin or Matthew Seeburger for more information. A sign-up sheet is in the Blackbox (Room 504).
LTEF Handbag Bingo
Attention Parents! The LTEF presents Handbag Bingo on Friday, March 11th from 6:30-10:00 p.m. Admission includes 3 cards per game for 8 games of bingo. All bingo prizes are designer handbags! There will also be ticket raffles, a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, and more. Coffee and dessert are included. Click HERE to purchase tickets.
Parent-Teacher Conference Scheduling
Conferences will be held on Wednesday, April 20th from 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Take Me Out to the Ballgame...
The Music Department is taking over the Trenton Thunder on April 7th! Come out to the stadium for Opening Day and support the Band and Choirs. Tickets are $10 for LTPS students and faculty and can be purchased in advance through the Music Department.
Class of 2017 Upcoming Fundraisers
Attention Juniors! Mark your calendars for these upcoming events to help raise money for your prom next year.
April 9th - Applebee’s Flapjack Fundraiser
May 6th - Trenton Thunder Baseball Game
Cardinal Pride Fridays
Send pictures of yourself wearing your Cardinal gear to kroche@ltps.org.
Quick News
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* ATHLETICS CORNER *
Winter Sports Survey
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* TALENT OF THE WEEK *
- Rest Your Sails -
Acrylic Painting by Rebecca Altman, Grade 12
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* DINING SERVICES *
Sandwiches of the "A" Day
Friday, March 4th
Fruit de Mer:
Creamy seafood salad with lemon-dill dressing over romaine lettuce on a croissant bun
Friday, March 11th
Harvest Chicken Salad:
Diced all white chicken with apples, celery, & cranberries over spring mix on a brioche roll
Friday, March 18th
Capicolla Extravaganza:
Sliced capicolla, fresh mozzarella, baby arugula, sliced tomato with pesto mayo on ciabatta roll
See below for the March Lunch Menu!
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* ONGOING FUNDRAISERS *
Monday Hot Pretzels
Pretzels will be on sale every Monday after school by the teacher's sign-in. Get your Hot Philly Pretzel for just $1.00!
*Sponsored by DECA*
LTEF Coupon Cards
Friday Donut Sales
Stop by the teacher sign-in area every Friday for a tasty donut or muffin!
Each are only $1.00.
*Sponsored by DECA*
LHS Students Building School in Honduras
Help us reach our goal of completing a three-room schoolhouse in Honduras by clicking HERE. You can donate to the general LHS page or specific pages of our club members.
*If SHH can raise $25,000 by the end of 2016, one of the schools will be painted RED AND WHITE in honor of our school!
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* PTO ANNOUNCEMENTS *
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* DATES TO REMEMBER *
Thursday, March 3rd
- "So You Think You Can Sing?" Karaoke Night (7:00 p.m.)
Thursday, March 10th
- Spring Musical "Hairspray" (7:00 p.m.)
Friday, March 11th
- LTEF Handbag Bingo
Saturday, March 12th
- St. Baldrick's Fundraiser, "Brave the Shave"
- Mattress Fundraiser (10:00-5:00 p.m.)
Tuesday, March 15th
- LHS Spring Sports Parent Night (6:30 p.m.)
Wednesday, March 16th
- US Air Force "Rhythm in Blue" Jazz Ensemble (7:00-9:00 p.m.)
Tuesday, March 22nd
- Student/Teacher Jeopardy (7:00 p.m.)
Friday, March 25th - Friday, April 1st
- Spring Break
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* IMPORTANT LINKS *
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WORD-OF-THE-WEEK
noun
- a silly or pretentious lie or fib; nonsense
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FUN FACT OF THE WEEK
"You don't stop laughing because you grow old, you grow old because you stop laughing."—Michael Pritchard
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