LNHS Counselor Connection
Friday, November 17, 2017
Celebrating our Wildcats
Congratulations to the 2017 LN Moot Court Team
Our LN Wildcats were outstanding in the Annual Moot Court Competition, with Kenny Arnold earning the Top Overall Advocate award, Ebony Pippens scoring a 49.5/50 (INCREDIBLE) in the prelims and Kenny, Ebony, Tony Reeves and Max Schultz all earning Semi-Finalist designations. Our Moot Court Team is pictured with State Senator Jim Merritt, who represents Lawrence's District 31.
NSPA National HS Journalism Convention--DALLAS
Our Wildcat journalists are participating in the NATIONAL Journalism Convention this week--the largest gathering of high school journalists and advisers in the country. Our students will attend workshops and participate in problem-solving breakout groups, improving their investigative, writing and research skills. Our students snapped a photo of Ms. Klopfenstein and Ms. Jamerson...our favorite LN Journalists!
Footloose
The LN Auditorium was packed for both nights of the Fall Musical--Footloose! Students from across Lawrence Township contributed to this fun, 80's-era favorite. Thank you to all of those donating items to help others in our community. Congratulations to ALL of our actors on the outstanding performances!
LN Fall Dance Recital
Join us TONIGHT for the Fall Dance Recital featuring performances from all of the dance classes at LN. The performance begins at 7:00 p.m. in the LN Auditorium.
DEADLINE APPROACHING--STUDENT SCHEDULES FOR SPRING--PLEASE REVIEW NOW
Parents--please ask your student to open SKYWARD and review the
STUDENT SCHEDULE for SPRING 2018.
Students requesting a CHANGE to the spring schedule MUST SUBMIT a REQUEST TO CHANGE through CANVAS before end of day December 1st.
Counselors will review all requests beginning December 1st, making changes as space allows and as appropriate for each student's graduation plan. Things to REVIEW NOW for this spring:
1) Level of coursework--if your child has been struggling with rigor/workload--too difficult OR too easy, THIS is the time to request an adjustment to the level as needed.
2) Electives--students' tastes and interests change. If your child is interested in replacing/changing an elective class for spring, NOW is the time to make that request. Elective changes are limited to SPACE AVAILABLE.
3) Errors--please review the spring schedule and alert the counselor to any errors you find. Counselors hand-schedule thousands upon thousands of course codes...error occur and we want to make sure those are caught and corrected.
IF you or your child would like to make a SCHEDULE CHANGE REQUEST AFTER A REVIEW IN SKYWARD:
1) Student logs into Canvas
2) Complete and submit the SCHEDULE CHANGE REQUEST FORM
3) The assigned counselor will receive notice and can process the request
***Schedule changes will be conducted during DECEMBER.
***Student schedules may continue to be changed through January 12th to accommodate any staffing changes, closed/new sections or student failing grades.
Schedule Review will CLOSE ON DECEMBER 1st. SCHEDULE CHANGE REQUESTS will CLOSE ON DECEMBER 1st. Do not miss the window of opportunity to review and request a change. Please take a moment to review your child's schedule for spring 2018.
STUDENT SCHEDULE for SPRING 2018.
Students requesting a CHANGE to the spring schedule MUST SUBMIT a REQUEST TO CHANGE through CANVAS before end of day December 1st.
Counselors will review all requests beginning December 1st, making changes as space allows and as appropriate for each student's graduation plan. Things to REVIEW NOW for this spring:
1) Level of coursework--if your child has been struggling with rigor/workload--too difficult OR too easy, THIS is the time to request an adjustment to the level as needed.
2) Electives--students' tastes and interests change. If your child is interested in replacing/changing an elective class for spring, NOW is the time to make that request. Elective changes are limited to SPACE AVAILABLE.
3) Errors--please review the spring schedule and alert the counselor to any errors you find. Counselors hand-schedule thousands upon thousands of course codes...error occur and we want to make sure those are caught and corrected.
IF you or your child would like to make a SCHEDULE CHANGE REQUEST AFTER A REVIEW IN SKYWARD:
1) Student logs into Canvas
2) Complete and submit the SCHEDULE CHANGE REQUEST FORM
3) The assigned counselor will receive notice and can process the request
***Schedule changes will be conducted during DECEMBER.
***Student schedules may continue to be changed through January 12th to accommodate any staffing changes, closed/new sections or student failing grades.
Schedule Review will CLOSE ON DECEMBER 1st. SCHEDULE CHANGE REQUESTS will CLOSE ON DECEMBER 1st. Do not miss the window of opportunity to review and request a change. Please take a moment to review your child's schedule for spring 2018.
ACP Chemistry--FINAL UPDATE
Current CHEMISTRY students opting for dual-credit through IU have been identified and enrolled into the IU course.
Student schedules MAY change at the semester. Based on master schedule changes and needs, student schedules will be adjusted accordingly to provide access to the IU sections of ACP Chemistry.
Thank you to students and parents for patience and interest as we navigated this newly-updated dual credit course with our partners at IU.
Student schedules MAY change at the semester. Based on master schedule changes and needs, student schedules will be adjusted accordingly to provide access to the IU sections of ACP Chemistry.
Thank you to students and parents for patience and interest as we navigated this newly-updated dual credit course with our partners at IU.
Summer Scholars Program--calling current 10th and 11th graders
Several colleges and universities offer on-campus programming for current high school students each summer. The summer programs are ideal for introducing high school students to the college world and providing an opportunity to learn from professors in classes of interest. Though it IS early, several colleges are opening the registration for these popular campus opportunities. Notre Dame is offering 20+ courses this summer. IU, Miami and Purdue are among the universities offering programs to high school students. Check out the opportunities and bookmark these links for reference later in the spring when summer plans are being crafted.
NOTRE DAME SUMMER SCHOLARS
MIAMI UNIVERSITY SUMMER SCHOLARS
INDIANA UNIVERSITY
PURDUE VETERINARY SCHOLARS PROGRAM
NOTRE DAME SUMMER SCHOLARS
MIAMI UNIVERSITY SUMMER SCHOLARS
INDIANA UNIVERSITY
PURDUE VETERINARY SCHOLARS PROGRAM
SENIOR YEARBOOK ADS
Senior year is a special time! As graduation approaches, the yearbook wants to help you honor your student. A senior ad, including a personal message and pictures, can be purchased for publication in this year's LYNX yearbook. Order forms will be accepted until Winter Break and are available from Mrs. Jamerson in Room 142. If you'd like to surprise your senior, you may EMAIL MRS. JAMERSON for all of the information and pricing to create a senior ad.
SENIORS--DIPLOMA CONFIRMATION
Seniors--please verify with Ms. Akers (Office #20) the SPELLING OF YOUR NAME for your diploma. Diplomas are custom printed and must be ordered in early December for arrival for June commencement. Seniors--and parents of seniors, please email Ms. Akers BEFORE NOVEMBER 30th to confirm the name and spelling for the diploma. Changes cannot be made once the diplomas are printed.
SENIORS--NEWS FOR YOU
FAFSA is OPEN--All college-bound seniors should complete
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is now LIVE. All seniors considering college in 2018 are strongly encouraged to complete and submit the FAFSA for best consideration of ALL types of student aid. Both STUDENT and PARENT must complete the FAFSA.
GRADUATION ORDERS
SENIORS...if you HAVE NOT YET placed an order with Herff-Jones but still need to reserve a CAP & GOWN or other "senior" gear, please visit the Herff Jones website and follow the prompts to connect your order to Lawrence North HS. Seniors participating in Commencement on June 6th MUST ORDER A CAP & GOWN and pricing is lowest NOW at $29.95. Seniors received graduation order information at their senior meeting and additional packets are available in Student Services.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS--NAVIANCE
As college applications start to wind down, scholarship applications typically ramp up! Now is a good time to set reminders in your calendar to check Naviance (Colleges > Scholarships) on a weekly basis for newly active scholarships available for our students. Student logins are the same as other LT accounts. Students should see Mrs. Crawshaw in Guidance with login issues.
College Admissions Testing--ACT and SAT
SENIORS who have not yet tested, but plan to attend college in the Fall of 2018--URGENT
SENIORS who have tested but need an improved score for admissions or scholarships--
JUNIORS who have completed Alg, Geom and Alg 2 and plan to attend college--
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NOW is a good time to REGISTER for the ACT, the SAT or both exams.
ACT REGISTRATION for Dec 9 is available ONLY with a late fee. Registration for Feb 10, April 14 and June 9 is available.
SAT REGISTRATION Registration for March 10, May 5 and June 2 is also available and open.
Students receiving Free/Reduced lunch should contact the assigned counselor for access to a test fee waiver.
SENIORS who have tested but need an improved score for admissions or scholarships--
JUNIORS who have completed Alg, Geom and Alg 2 and plan to attend college--
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NOW is a good time to REGISTER for the ACT, the SAT or both exams.
ACT REGISTRATION for Dec 9 is available ONLY with a late fee. Registration for Feb 10, April 14 and June 9 is available.
SAT REGISTRATION Registration for March 10, May 5 and June 2 is also available and open.
Students receiving Free/Reduced lunch should contact the assigned counselor for access to a test fee waiver.
LN Athletics
Three former LN girls basketball players (Ae’Rianna Harris, Lamina Cooper, Lauren Dickerson), all Indiana All-Stars, were big contributors for their respective teams this week in the Purdue-Miami game. It’s great to see them doing well in college!
Also, Coach Giff’s squad knocked off Anderson on Wednesday. Our Lady Wildcats are now 4-0!
The WINTER SEASON is underway. Come out and support ALL of our incredible student-athletes!
Check out the LN Athletics website for up-to-date information for ALL of our LN teams.
Save the Dates...
Spring Schedule CHANGE REQUESTS
All requests for changes to the spring schedule are due in Canvas by end-of-day on December 1st. Counselors must have all changes in hand to make adjustments to our spring semester courses. As always, changes will be made as appropriate to meet graduation requirements and as space in classes allows.
FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE RELEASED
Final exams for fall semester will be held Dec 18, 19, 20 and 21. Students should prepare for two exams per day--maximum. Also, the "Skip-a-Final" request must be submitted to Mr. Crousore ASAP. Students approved must maintain academic and attendance standing through December to maintain eligibililty.
Winter Break--December 22-January 8
LT students will observe Winter Break from Friday, December 22nd through Monday, January 8th. Staff will observe Winter Break beginning December 25th through January 5th.
LN Faculty and Staff--Breakfast Together
LN is a special place and our faculty and staff work diligently to provide our Wildcats with THE BEST educational opportunities. We really DO think of LN as a big family...faculty, staff, students and families! We started our day with a staff breakfast...pancakes compliments of Chef Crousore!
What a great way to head into the Thanksgiving Holiday!
What a great way to head into the Thanksgiving Holiday!
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY--November 20-24th
All LT Schools will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday from Monday, November 20th through Friday, November 24th. Students will return to classes on Monday, November 27th, for a GREEN DAY of classes.
AFTER MAC
The After MAC is available to students every Monday-Thursday from 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the MAC--room 125. Math and English teachers will be available each day to provide tutorial assistance to students. The After MAC is provided FREE OF CHARGE thanks to generous funding from the LN PFO and the MSDLT Foundation.
Lawrence North High School
Website: http://lawrencenorth.ltschools.org/
Location: 7802 Hague Road, Indianapolis, IN, United States
Phone: 3179647700
Facebook: facebook.com/LawrenceNorthHighSchool