11.17 Hornet Headlines |

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, this is the perfect time for me to reflect about all I am thankful for in our district. From the outstanding success of our students, to the teamwork and care of our staff, to the continued support of our families, I consider myself incredibly blessed to call Licking Heights my professional home.

This year has already brought many reasons to give thanks. I was particularly moved last week as I traveled to different schools in our district for the annual Veterans Day celebrations put on by our staff and students. Seeing all of the veterans in our community who selflessly gave their lives gathering together to celebrate and be honored by our staff and students made me thankful to be in a district where we exemplify the values of respect, community, and gratitude.

I am also grateful for any time I get to see our students shine–whether that is in the classroom, on the athletic field, or on the stage. This weekend presents an excellent opportunity for just that. Join our high school theatre students as they present Grease in the high school auditorium at 7 p.m. tonight, Fri., Nov. 17 and both 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. tomorrow, Sat., Nov. 18. Click the button below to buy your tickets online.

Along with sharing joy and giving thanks during the holidays, it is also crucial we remember and support those who may be grieving lost family members this year. In the aftermath of the tragedy suffered by the students, staff, families, and community of Tuscarawas Valley, I hope that you join me in lifting up those impacted in our thoughts and prayers and recognizing that each day is a gift we should not take for granted.

Join me in giving thanks for our community here at Licking Heights and working to ensure everyone feels welcome and loved this holiday season.

Sincerely,

Dr. Kevin S. Miller, Superintendent

The Licking County school districts are joining together to ask staff and students to wear red and black next Tuesday, November 21 in support of the Tuscarawas Valley community. Please wear red and black and join Licking Heights in sending some Hornet love to our friends in the Tuscarawas Valley Schools as they deal with the tragic loss of three students, a teacher, and two parents, one of whom was also a teacher at the Buckeye Career Center.

Absolutely no students, staff, or community members should enter the construction sites for the Transportation Center, Athletic Complex, and new Elementary School. These are active construction sites, and for the safety of our students, staff, and community, only the construction professionals working with the district may enter. Any unauthorized individual who enters a construction site will be subject to prosecution for criminal trespass under R.C. 2911.21. Thank you.

We want to honor our alumni veterans by including their name, graduation year, and branch of service on our brand-new Honor Wall at the high school. If you or someone you know graduated from Licking Heights and served in the Armed Forces, please complete the form below.

Need a physical for winter sports? The Licking Memorial Health Center at Licking Heights is offering them for $50. Call (220) 564-7830 to schedule. Download required OHSAA forms below.

As we near the middle of the year, please review our Safe Bus Rider booklet with your student by clicking the button below.

If your child is missing a coat or sweatshirt, we have many here in Transportation. Call us at (740) 927-3340 to check.

Finally, congratulations to Pam Culp (driver) and John Dickenson (assistant), our employees of the month!

Choose if you want your brick purchase to benefit the PTO, Athletic Boosters, or Music Boosters.

Mrs. Hennigan's and Mrs. Fountain's class at South Elementary had a blast on FUNday Friday, painting pumpkins as a special reward for students' fantastic behavior in the classroom. Creativity and good vibes were in full swing.

Mrs. Hughes's first-grade class at West celebrated fall with a day of fun and learning. From estimating pumpkin seeds to creative adjectives and candy corn math, they explored the season with smiles.

After listening to "Leaf Man," Mr. Heintzelman's kindergarten class ventured into the woods behind the school, gathering leaves and sticks to create their very own Leaf People. Learning and fun, hand in hand.

Mrs. Hemmert's fifth-grade math class took on a "spooky" challenge at Central. Armed with flashlights, they teamed up to conquer composite volume task cards in the dark. Incredible teamwork and multiplication skills lit the way to success.

The middle school hosted their 15th annual Veteran's Day celebration on Nov. 10. Students brought family members who served to the celebration to enjoy breakfast, hear thank-you letters from students, and enjoy performances from both the band and choir. Thank you to all who served!

Gillian Busch, a junior at the Licking Heights High School, had her work chosen for the SELECTIONS 2023 High School Art Show at Mount St. Joseph University. She is one of 84 students whose work is on display at Studio San Giuseppe on the university’s campus until December 1. Her work earned her a $2,000 renewal scholarship to the university.

Help the Music Boosters meet their goal of raising $20,000 for the music department. Click the button below to purchase holiday gifts like:

• Candles and home decor
• Flowers and outdoor supplies
• Specialty foods like nuts and mixes, popcorn, cheeses, desserts, and cookie dough
• Cookbooks
• Boxed chocolates and gift tins
• Home accessories

Current classes meet at the Central Ohio Technical College Pataskala campus (8660 E Broad St, Pataskala, OH 43068) from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays. Ages 18 and up welcome!

See info below.

Our Cheer Directors, Cheerleaders, and Cheer Coaches have been working hard preparing for the 2023 LHYSL CHEER COMPETITION, and they are ready to show their spirit and sparkle! Swarm the bleachers at the middle school gymnasium on Nov. 19 to support our LHYSL squads and all participating athletes. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. We are ready—GO HORNETS!

• Nov. 16-18 - Licking Heights High School presents "Grease"
• Nov. 17 - Report cards on PowerSchool for grades K-4
• Nov. 22-24 - Thanksgiving Break
• Dec. 1 - Interim reports available on PowerSchool for grades 5-12
• Dec. 21-Jan. 2 - Winter Break
• Click here to buy spirit wear from our official Hornets shop
  
• Click here to see the latest fliers on Peachjar

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