Happy New Year!
January 7, 2016
Welcome to 2016! We hope you had a wonderful break and are ready to take the new year by storm. This year is flying by and before you know it we will be talking about graduation and summer plans! In the meantime, it's time to buckle down and start the year strong, as we have a TON of exciting things going on between now and the end of the school year!
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WINTER WEATHER ALERTS
- QuickNews (sign up on the LTPS website HERE)
- District Website (www.ltps.org)
- School Closing Number (609-671-5590)
- District Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/LawrenceTownshipPublicSchoolsNJ)
- Twitter (follow #LTPS)
- Radio Stations (WPST 94.5 FM, WKXW 101.5 FM)
- Television Stations (NBC Channel 10, WPVI.TV6 Channel 6, WNYW Fox 5 Channel 5, District Comcast Channel 19 - Digital 118-1, and Verizon Channel 37)
- Media Websites (www.WPST.com, www.nj1015.com, www.NBC10.com)
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* RECAPS *
Winter Spirit Week and Pep Rally
Holiday Door Decor Winners
Thank you to all those who participated in this year's door decorating contest! The competition was tough, but below are this year's winners! (Pictured at right is Mr. Marbach's classroom door, where you can even have your picture taken with "Santa!")
Student Organization/Classroom Doors
1st Place - Mr. Marbach's class
2nd Place - Mr. Rick's class
3rd Place - Mrs. Errico's class
4th Place - Mrs. Richey's class
Teacher/Admin Doors
1st Place - Nurses Office
2nd Place - Guidance Office
BMS Chemist Visits LHS
On December 16th the "Science in the Community - Chemistry" class was visited by community member and Bristol-Myers Squibb chemist John Harris, who lead the students in labs dealing with solutions and chemical reactions. In addition, Mr. Harris talked about his many experiences as a chemist at BMS and the skills needed for successful employment at BMS and within the community.
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* MOVERS AND SHAKERS *
Students Donate to Cancer Research
As a result of the LHS Transition Services student workers making and selling over 400 holiday gift tags at their recent Holiday Mart, a $100 donation was made to the Cancer Research holiday gift wrapping table at Quakerbridge Mall. The volunteer gift wrappers were thrilled to receive the Christmas Eve donation and were very appreciative of our students' efforts!
LHS Teacher and Counselor Recognized
The Governor’s Teacher/Educational Services Professional Recognition Program acknowledges our state’s best teachers and educational services professionals. Two individuals from each LTPS school were selected for the 2015-2016 school year, and we are proud to announce that this year's chosen honorees from Lawrence High School are Ms. Gwenn Andahazy (Science) and Ms. Alexa Gonzalez (Counselor).
Congratulations! We are so proud of your accomplishments and are thrilled to have you representing LHS in this prestigious program!
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* CURRENT AND UPCOMING EVENTS *
Historically Black College Presentation
LHS is pleased to host a Historically Black College presentation (sponsored by Howard University New Jersey Club) on Thursday, January 7th from 1:00-2:00 p.m. in the Auditorium. College students from 10 HBCU colleges will answer questions and discuss their college experiences at their respective schools.
Students must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA to attend this event. Please sign up on Naviance. Go to the "Colleges" tab and click on College Visits on the right. We will send passes to students the day of the event. You must bring your pass with you to enter the auditorium. Students who attended the HBCU College Fair this year have already been signed up for this event and will receive passes the morning of the presentation.
HBCU colleges include the following: Howard University; Delaware State University; University of the Virgin Islands; Morgan State University; Hampton University; The Lincoln University of PA; Clark Atlanta University; North Carolina A&T; Morehouse College; and Spelman College
Mr. LHS Show Applications
Visit the Facebook page HERE or lhsprojectgraduation.org for news, a calendar of events, and updates.
*Sponsored by Project Graduation*
LHS Idol
The LHS DECA members will host LHS Idol on Thursday, January 14th at 7:00 p.m. Seven acts will perform along with audience karaoke time. Audience members will be able to vote using their electronic devices for final performers. The proceeds from this event will go to a non-profit organization called Camp Fatima of NJ.
Tickets will be $5 at the door.
For over 40 years, Camp Fatima’s Summer Camp has provided a special place for children ages 5-21, where campers are offered the chance to attend a week-long sleep away session in August, FREE OF CHARGE. All staff members at Camp Fatima are volunteers. Adults with disabilities are treated to a similar experience at four Camp Fatima Adult Weekends.
College Athletics Recruiting Night
See the full flyer HERE for a complete list of topics to be covered, including "The Recruiting Timeline," "NCAA Eligibility and Regulations," "The Role of the Parent in Athletic Recruiting," and much more!
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* OTHER HAPPENINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS *
BOE Welcomes New Member
Please join us in congratulating our newest LTPS Board of Education member, Joyce Scott, who was officially sworn in at the January 6th meeting. The BOE also re-elected Kevin Van Hise and Mike Horan as President and Vice President, respectively.
Below is a full list of the LTPS Board Members:
- Kevin Van Hise, Esq. - President
- Michael Horan - Vice President
- Glenn Collins
- Dana Drake
- Patricia Evans
- Jo Ann Groeger
- Max Ramos
- Joyce Scott
- Laura Waters, Ph.D.
Cardinal Pride Fridays
Send pictures of yourself wearing your Cardinal gear to kroche@ltps.org.
Order Your Yearbook Today
Click HERE to access the order form or call 866-287-3096 (Monday through Friday from 8:00-5:00 p.m.).
Diploma Signature Cards
Cardinal Connections and Cardinal Nest
CARDINAL CONNECTIONS - If you would like support in a core subject, request a Cardinal Connections library pass from your subject area teacher and come to the library loft during Period 5 lunch on "A" days. You can also fill out the form HERE or visit the Homework Center after school.
CARDINAL NEST (for 9th graders) - Receive academic support from members of NHS! The program is not only for students in regular college prep classes, but those facing challenges in the honors and pre-AP classes as well. Students remain in the program for as long as they wish to participate. Once involved, students often become leaders themselves!
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* CLUBS, SPORTS, ACTIVITIES NEWS *
Baseball Meeting
Lacrosse Meeting
There is a mandatory meeting after school today, January 7th, for anyone interested in playing Lacrosse in the Spring!
Gospel Choir Auditions
Auditions for the Gospel Choir will be held on Thursday, January 14th at 3:00 p.m. in Room 227. Please see Ms. Clarke-Holloway to sign up. All are welcome!
Science Olympiad Team Ready to Compete
On Thursday, January 14th, the LHS Science Olympiad Team will compete against 20 other New Jersey schools in the Science Olympiad Regionals at Camden County College. The team of 18 competitors has been preparing and studying since June for this Regional tournament. Although the competition will be tight, we are sending several seasoned competitors and hope to bring a medal or two back to LHS. Join us in wishing them luck!
Get Involved!
LHS Clubs and Activities 2015-2016
(This link is also located on the main LHS website under Quick Links: Clubs and Activities)
*Booklets can also be picked up the Main Office.*
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* LHS ATHLETICS CORNER *
Come support the Cardinal swimmers, cheerleaders, wrestlers, and winter track athletes, as well as our ice hockey team and girls' and boys' basketball teams!
Visit the Athletics website at www.ltps.org/athletics for up-to-date information and announcements.
Click HERE to view the daily Athletics Schedule, and follow us on Twitter @LTPSAthletics!
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* TALENTS OF THE WEEK *
Winter Wonderland
What's your creative gift?
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* DINING SERVICES *
Upcoming Sandwiches of the "A" Day
Wednesday 1/6
Roast Beef Italiano:
Roast beef, roasted peppers, and provolone with parmesan-garlic mayo over baby spinach on a Ciabatta roll
Wednesday 1/13
Vive la Turkey Oooh-la-lah:
Smoked Turkey and Brie w/ cranberry mayo over Arugula on a brioche roll
Thursday 1/21
California Chicken B-L-T:
Chilled seasoned chicken breast with turkey bacon, avocado, California blend greens, and sliced tomatoes topped with Ranch Dressing on a Twelve Grain bun
Tuesday 1/26
Fruit de Mer:
Creamy Seafood Salad with lemon-dill dressing over Romaine lettuce on a Croissant Bun
See below for the January Lunch Menu!
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* 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*
#WhenIWasAKid
https://www.fundaround.com/ceci/2015-11-02/lhs--laptops-for-vbbs/
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*
Help us Build a School in Honduras!
Ms. Alyssa Katz, Spanish teacher and Club Advisor for SHH, is currently in Honduras to help build the schools for which Students Helping Honduras is fundraising. Follow her trip blog HERE.
SHH has already provided 20 additional laptop computers for students in the Villa Soleada Bilingual School in El Progreso, Honduras. If they can raise $25,000 by the end of 2016, one of the new schools we will be building will be painted Red and White and will display a plaque with the names of those who contributed significantly!
If you would like to be a part of this campaign, you can make a donation online HERE.
LTEF Coupon Cards
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* PTO ANNOUNCEMENTS & FUNDRAISERS *
Click HERE to read more about the PTO and to access the membership application.
- COLLEGE INFORMATION NIGHT - Sponsored by the LMS/LHS PTO and the IPTO - Get answers from the Guidance Office about college planning! This event (January 20th at 7:00 p.m.) is for parents of students in grades 8-11 and will take place in the LHS Commons. Click HERE for more information or visit http://tinyurl.com/LHSparentnight to register.
- The SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING FAIR is coming in February and the PTO is looking for judges! If you would like to volunteer to judge projects on February 18th, please contact Jessica Heller at jheller@ltps.org or 609-671-5530. The fair will be held on February 20th from 1:00-3:00 p.m. in the LHS Commons. Click HERE for more information.
- The CLOTHING AND SHOE DONATION DRIVE is a year-round event. Boxes are located at the main entrances of both LHS and LMS. Click HERE to access the flyer.
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* JANUARY DATES TO REMEMBER *
Tuesday, January 12th
-College Athletics Recruiting Information Night (6:30 p.m.)
Thursday, January 14th
Friday, January 15th
-LHS Tri-M Coffee House (6:30 p.m.)Monday, January 18th
Wednesday, January 20th
-IPTO and LMS/LHS PTO College Information Night (7:00 p.m.)Tuesday, January 26th - Friday, January 29th
-Mid-Term Exams (Early Dismissals January 27th-29th)
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* IMPORTANT LINKS *
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WORD-OF-THE-WEEK
noun
- the fear of being out of mobile phone contact due to losing one's phone, running out of battery strength, or a loss of signal; a state of stress or anxiety caused by having no access to or being unable to use one’s mobile phone
(According to a recent study, 73% of people reported feeling "utter panic" when they misplace their cell phone!)
RANDOM AND SOMEWHAT USELESS FACT-OF-THE-WEEK
There are more chickens in the world than humans. At last estimate, there were 19 billion chickens, which is almost 3 times the number of humans! China has the most living chickens...about 371 million.
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Questions related to this newsletter can be directed to kroche@ltps.org.
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Stay Connected
Email: kroche@ltps.org
Website: www.ltps.org/LHS
Location: 2525 Princeton Pike, Lawrence Township, NJ, United States
Phone: 609-671-5510
Twitter: @cardinalslhs