Counseling NewsFlash

Announcements 10.31.22

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PARENT NIGHTS

Sophomore Parent Night, Nov 1st!

Parents of Sophomores, join us virtually for "Sophomore Parent Night" on Nov 1st at 6pm. Click HERE for the Zoom link. We will be going over THIS presentation and answering any questions you may have. Hope you can join us!

Selective College Admissions Presentation

Are you interested in applying to a selective college? Join us virtually on Tuesday, November 8 at 6PM to learn tips on applying to colleges that accept less than 50% of the students who apply. Click HERE for the Zoom link.

UPCOMING EVENTS

First Fridays!

Swing by the Counseling Table during lunch on Friday for fun, prizes and more!

Mandatory Junior FLEX Meeting

Save the date for November 1st! Come to the BlackBox during your FLEX time. We will cover essential things you should be focusing on now to be prepared for the Senior year and life after high school. Topics include: Exploring Options, College Admissions, Military and Workforce tips.

Off Campus Opportunities Mini Fair- Nov 9th

Off Campus Opportunities Mini Fair!
Did you know LHS offers many exciting opportunities for your student to earn high school credit with our various off campus programs? Is your student interested in any of the programs below? Please encourage them to attend our "Off Campus Opportunities Mini Fair" on Nov 9th during their flextime in the Black Box theatre.

They can speak with program representatives, learn about the application process and ask questions. Information regarding the programs can be found HERE LPS will also be sponsoring an "Off Campus Opportunities Night" for students and parents on January 11th at 6pm at LHS. More information to follow!

Early College Academy
Northland Career Center
Area Career Center
Education Internship Program
Network 53
NCAPS

Northland Career Center Open House

Northland Career Center in Platte City is having an open house on Thursday Nov 10th from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. Grades 8-11 are invited to attend! Information can be found HERE.

SENIORS ONLY

College Visits & Events

Be sure to check out the post high school page for all the latest event announcements. Check out the session on Opportunities at Liberal Arts Colleges sponsored by Six Colleges, a consortium of six selective colleges.

ONGOING

Career Center Shadows!

Sophomores & Juniors interested in attending one of our career centers next year can now sign up to shadow their program of interest! Shadows are required as part of the application process. Please see Mrs. Allison in the counseling center to set up a shadow. More information can be found on our website HERE

New Program! Collegiate Nursing Academy

LPS has a new program starting next year for students interested in a career in nursing and who wish to earn their certified nursing assistant credential. This is in partnerships with William Jewell College and Liberty Hospital. Information sessions to be held at LHS on Nov 3rd @6pm, LNHS Nov. 1st @6pm or via Zoom on Nov 2nd @6m. Information can be found HERE

LHS TUTORING OPTIONS

Teachers Visit with your teacher for their specific Tutoring availability. Typically before and after school during their contracted time.

Academic Labs during FLEX Time
Sign up in your FLEX Manager for an Academic Lab!

Connect 30
Every Wednesday tutoring is available from 1:45-2:15pm. Check FLEX Manager to sign up in your needed content area.

A+ Tutor
Reach out to Jane Wolfley or Dave McDorman, A+ Coordinators.

Tutoring Club

Tutoring club is a free resource for students at LHS to get extra help or simply refine their skills through subject-certified student tutors. Sign up HERE.

Outside Tutoring
HERE is a list of tutors outside of our school. Please note these individuals charge a tutoring fee.

Sign Up in the Counseling Office for Upcoming Visits!

University of Kansas

Tuesday, Nov. 1st, 8:30am

Counseling Office

U.S. Air Force

Tuesday, Nov. 1st, 11:30am

LHS Cafeteria

University of Central Missouri

Friday, Nov. 4th, 10am

Counseling Office