An "a-MAY-zing" Month Ahead
May 3, 2018

Next week is also "Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week," when we celebrate all of our phenomenal faculty and staff here at LHS, and recognize all those who have a part in the education of our students...our teachers, aides, counselors, security, custodians, secretaries, nurses, kitchen crew, maintenance staff, and technology personnel! We are blessed to have such dedicated individuals who care not only about our students' academic growth, but their development as leaders, good citizens, role models, and young adults with strong moral character. A huge THANK YOU to the LMS/LHS PTO and all of the volunteers who always work so hard to make our team feel extra-cherished throughout the week!


* COMING UP *
Mr. LHS Show
Pre-Sale Tickets will be sold on May 2nd and 3rd from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the main hallway.
DECA Volleyball Night
Senior Production
Tickets are $5 for students and $8 for adults.
Cardinal Jeopardy
There are still open spots for student teams...see Mrs. Hertzog or Mrs. Mallon to sign up!
Happy Mothers' Day!
We would like to wish all moms, mothers-to-be, grandmothers, aunts, mother-figures, and moms-at-heart a very special day full of love and relaxation.
Senior Awards Ceremony

* BRAG BAG *
Passing the Torch
Membership in NHS is one of the highest honors that can be awarded to a high school student, who must demonstrate superior qualities such as exemplary scholarship (3.75 GPA or above), leadership, service, and character. NHS recognizes "the total student," one who excels in all of these areas. Current NHS officers helped pass the torch onto their peers at the induction ceremony. Congratulations, students, and thank you to NHS advisors Ann Hertzog and Camille Mallon for your tireless work, and to Eileen Cramer for her inspirational words to our new inductees during the ceremony!
DECA Takes on Atlanta
Congratulations to all those who represented LHS with pride, class, and determination at the ICDC, and a huge THANK YOU to their advisor, Diane Schneck, for her round-the-clock commitment!

Over the past two years equestrian and senior Morgyn Johnson has been training and competing with her warmblood cross horse (Coroniro) in the sport of Eventing (United States Eventing Association). She has successfully gone from the beginner novice level up through the preliminary level. She placed fourth in the Preliminary Division at the Plantation Field Horse Trials on April 21st. One of her goals is to compete at the CIC/CCI1* level in the fall or early next year. For the last three years Morgyn was has been involved in the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (high school riding teams) at the Varsity level. Morgyn was the champion in the Varsity Open over fences and the Varsity Open on the flat divisions which is the highest a high school student can achieve in their region.
Morgyn and her horse will be attending Randolph-Macon College in the fall and competing on their Equestrian Eventing Team!

* OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS *
Donations Needed
The senior class is looking for some donated items:
- If anyone has old prom gowns/formal dresses, we are looking to set up a small shop in May for those students in need of a dress for prom.
- The class is also looking for glass bottle donations. The bottles need to be empty, cleaned out, and the label removed.
- Donations can be dropped off in the high school office. Any questions can be directed to Jeff Verga at jverga@ltps.org.
Help S.A.V.E. Wildlife S.A.V.E. is collecting used mascara wands to help save wildlife rescues in North Carolina! Drop off your unwanted mascara (not just the wand) in the Main Office. | FootballThere will be a football sign-up meeting on Thursday, May 10th after school in the cafeteria. If you are unable to attend and are interested in playing football, please see Coach Jones. | Color Guard Color Guard Interest Day is on Tuesday, May 15th at 3:00 p.m. in the Commons. Learn techniques, meeting current members, and get more information about joining us for the Memorial Day Parade and 2018 Fall season. |
Help S.A.V.E. Wildlife
Football
There will be a football sign-up meeting on Thursday, May 10th after school in the cafeteria. If you are unable to attend and are interested in playing football, please see Coach Jones.
Cheerleading Cheerleading tryouts will be held on May 21st, 22nd, and 23rd from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in the gym. The online registration must be completed and your physical cleared by the nurse prior to tryouts. | Girls Soccer Any girl interested in playing soccer next year should attend an information meeting on Thursday, May 31st after school in Room 129. If you cannot make the meeting, please see Ms. Palombo. | Summer Behind-the-WheelIf you are interested in signing up for Summer Behind-the-Wheel, please see Ms. Wasserleben in the Girls' Gym Office for an application. All paperwork and payments must be submitted no later than Friday, June 1st. |
Cheerleading
Girls Soccer

* SENIOR SCOOP *
Prom Ticket Sales
Tickets for the senior prom are $65 per person (cash only). If you didn't receive an information packet please see Mr. Verga or pick one up in the Main Office. Remember, all books and fine obligations need to be taken care of prior to purchasing a ticket (including underclassmen guests).
Ticket Sales:
- Monday, May 7th (4:30-6:00 p.m.)
- Tuesday, May 8th (3:00-4:30 p.m.)
- Thursday, May 10th (3:00-4:30 p.m.)
- Friday, May 11th (11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.)
Graduation Information and Ticket Requests
This year, ticket requests will be processed electronically. Please click here to place your request. All tickets will be distributed to seniors at graduation rehearsal on June 19th.

* May Lunch Menu *



* ONGOING FUNDRAISERS *
Hot Pretzels Philly soft pretzels are sold every Monday after school in staff sign-in for just $1! | Pizza Sale Slices of pizza are on sale every Thursday after school for $2. Proceeds benefit the classes of 2019 and 2020! | Donuts and Muffins Donuts and muffins will be on sale every Friday morning for just $1 in staff sign-in! |
Pizza Sale
PTO Coupon Books Visit the PTO store HERE to purchase Wawa shortie coupons and coupon books through Save Around and Kids Stuff, where you can save at hundreds of merchants in the local and surrounding areas! | Bucks for BooksLHS DECA is collecting books for all ages! Please bring any donations to Room 131. | LTEF Coupon Cards Support the LTEF by purchasing a coupon card with discounts to 20 area businesses! The card is valid through August 2018. See a full list of discounts and order online HERE or email at karen@ltefnj.org. |
PTO Coupon Books
LTEF Coupon Cards

* MAY ROTATION CALENDAR *


* MAY SAVE-THE-DATES *
Friday, May 4th
- Mr. LHS (7:00 p.m.) - $10 admission
Tuesday, May 8th
- Spring Choral Concert (7:00 p.m.)
Wednesday, May 16th
- Instrumental Concert (7:00 p.m.)
Wednesday, May 23rd
- Board of Education Meeting (6:30 p.m.)
Thursday, May 24th
- Cardinal Jeopardy (7:00 p.m.)
Friday, May 25th
- School in Session (change to original 2017-2018 school calendar)
Monday, May 28th
- Memorial Day (Schools Closed)
Thursday, May 31st
- Senior Awards Ceremony (7:00 p.m.)

* JUST FOR FUN *
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* IMPORTANT LINKS *
Questions, submissions, or suggestions about this newsletter can be directed to kroche@ltps.org.
