Lancer Pride

It is hard to believe but, finally, spring is just around the corner. We are very proud of the perseverance of our students and teachers who have been working diligently through this unique and challenging school year. Please take a moment to review the most recent happenings and upcoming information at LTHS!

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Remember ~ You CAN control your attitude, efforts, actions, manners and words. #ControlWhatYouCanControl

Sincerely,

Dr. Matthew Reitz, Principal

Loyalsock Township High School

Mr. Jamie Yonkin, Assistant Principal

Loyalsock Township High School

Plans and preparation for course scheduling for the 2021-22 school year will occur this month. Students and parents will be receiving information via email of the various steps that are forthcoming. We encourage you to begin the conversation at home as to what academic plans your student has not only for next year, but for beyond high school.

A few points of emphasis we’d recommend you discuss with your son/daughter:

• What kind of academic load your student wishes to have or not have. Meaning, can your student balance everything efficiently?
• Consider the rigor of Honors or AP level courses. While we encourage students to challenge themselves and learn to take on a more difficult or diverse schedule, students still need balance – that of academics, anything he/she is involved in with extra-curriculars and athletics, working, volunteering, etc. Recognize that the more accelerated a student’s schedule might be, he/she will be required to dedicate time at home for homework and studying for quizzes, exams, and projects.
  
• Please review our Program of Studies on our website. The current year’s version is located there now, but we are preparing the 2021-22 version and will soon release it. With the exception of adding a few new courses – which we are enthusiastic about! – the majority of the document will be the same. If a student has any questions about a course, we encourage the student to reach out to the respective department teacher to learn more so the student can make an informed decision.
• Finally, we highly encourage your son/daughter to select courses based on what is best him/her. For example, we discourage taking a course simply because a friend is taking it. Students should make the best decisions based on their future goals and plans.

Here are some dates and processes we can share at this time. More detail will follow:

March 16, 17, 18 - Each grade level (with the exception of seniors) will meet in the auditorium. The scheduling process will be shared about the steps that students must take to schedule their courses.

March 19 - This is a 12:30 Early Dismissal day for students. Beginning at 8:00 a.m. we will be conducting a Virtual Course Scheduling Fair using Zoom so that all students can learn more from our core teachers (math, science, English, social studies) as well as from the Elective teachers. It will be important for students to note what electives he/she may be interested in as each prepares a schedule.

Early April - Each student in grades 9-11 will meet with his/her school counselor to review the student’s schedule. Please know that a final course schedule is not guaranteed until all scheduling is complete. Some classes occasionally won’t run due to limited numbers, or a class is closed because of space limitations. Generally, students at ‘Sock are able to get what they want – some may just need to wait until another school year or semester.

Please watch your email for Parentlink emails regarding specific steps as the month continues!

3/10 - School Board Meeting

3/12 - No School for Students

3/19 - Early Dismissal @ 12:30 PM

3/19 - HS Progress Reports #2 - MP #3

Please click here to read the official document outlining details and expectations for students attending school under quarantine, hybrid or remote learning. These expectations have been reviewed with students and will be in effect beginning December 1.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Education from Bloomsburg University
• Master of Science in Education (Curriculum and Instruction/Adminstration) from McDaniel College

Teaching for 12 years

• 6 years in Maryland
• 1 year at Milton
• 5 years at Loyalsock

Family

• Married to Georgia Grey (Palmeter) - Former Loyalsock HS graduate
• 3 children - Brightyn (9), Ralston (4) and Kambria (2)

Activities

• Spending time with my family
• Trying to inspire Lancers to have a passion for Science
• Being a local food critic with the Lunch Crew
• Coaching Little League softball
• Playing Slow Pitch Softball

Hobbie

• Audiobooks/Podcasts
• Yoga and pretty much any exercise I can find time to do
• Mario Cart on Nintendo Switch
• Fixing everything the kids break around the house
• Fishing

Fun Facts

• Born and Raised in Harvey's Lake, PA (Tunkhannock Area High School)
• Played Baseball at PSU-Wilkes-Barre
• Coached HS Baseball for 4 years in MD
• One thing on my bucket list is to swim with sharks, which I hope to check off my list very soon
• I love plain black coffee, hot or cold...it doesn't matter!

Since the beginning of February, Mrs. Campman has been facilitating junior meetings. These are individual and personalized meetings with every student in the Class of 2022 to prepare for their senior year and their plan beyond high school. Junior meetings with the Class of 2022 will be wrapped up by the end of this month.

Starting in 10th grade, LTHS students have the opportunity to pursue and further their career knowledge and skills by participating in career and technical education (CTE) programs. Students who pursue these opportunities attend their core courses at the high school and then hands-on instruction in their program area of interest in place of elective courses here at LTHS. This could be a great opportunity for students who have future career interests in the offered areas or those who aren’t sure what they want to do in the future, especially if they would prefer to be engaged in hands-on learning for half of their school day! Please click here to learn more about CTE programs available to our high school students and have your student reach out to their school counselor if they might be interested or have any questions.

Do you or your student need to see a school counselor after the regular school day? Starting Monday, February 1, you can! LTHS is offering a new service to students in grades 9-12 and their families. Mrs. Rippey will be available Monday-Thursday until 4:15 PM. Please schedule an appointment in advance.

Appointments can be scheduled with Mrs. LaPoint at clapoint@loyalsocklancers.org

Seniors and their families should continue to monitor the list of scholarships available, as detailed on our website. Though deadlines for a number of scholarships have already passed, more opportunities will continue to be added to the list throughout the remainder of the school year. Click here for more information.

Congratulations and good-luck to the following students who will be participating in Choice Radio's 24 team multiple-award-winning High School Quiz competition today against Sayre at the Sayre Theater.

Areesha Mian

Libby Walters

Ben Grieco

Kira Schweikle

Aaron French

Participants are eligible to win $1,000 scholarships, plus the chance to win up to $3,000 for the school district.

Congratulations to Moxen Cotter who placed sixth in the Statewide High School division of the Stock Market Challenge. Students across the state of Pennsylvania spend weeks trading stocks in the Stock Market Challenge, which replicate the actual activity of the stock market. Moxen did a fabulous job this fall and he wants to remind everyone to “buy low and sell high”.

Congratulations to the following students who placed in the FBLA Regional Leadership Conference and have qualified for the FBLA State Leadership Conference.

Emma Belcher, First Place, Parliamentary Procedures;

Natalie Bower, First Place Parliamentary Procedures;

Anna Patel, First Place, Parliamentary Procedures;

Kinjal Bhagat, First Place, Parliamentary Procedures;

Ava Haller, Third Place, Introduction to Event Planning;

Madalyn Weigle, Third Place, Introduction to Event Planning;

Elizabeth Walters, First Place, Advertising;

Emma Stricktland, First Place, Introduction to Event Planning;

Elania Bartley, First Place, Introduction to Event Planning;

Rhandie Jessell, Third Place, Network Design;

Gianna Barrone, Second Place, Social Media Strategies;

Amara Barnes, Second Place, Social Media Strategies;

Regan Oaks, Second Place, Business Ethics;

Brendan Kriner, Second Place, International Business;

Makaylee Hallabuk, Third Place, Management Decision Making;

Abbigail Wescott, Third Place, Management Decision Making;

Liam Bastian, Third Place, Marketing;

Daniel Tripp, First Place, Political Science;

Sean Jensen, Third Place, Marketing;

Jay Oaks, Third Place, Marketing;

Jackson Ellis, Second Place, International Business;

Caleb Shimko, Second Place, International Business;

Summer McNulty, Third Place, Network Design;

John Nickolaus, Second Place, Business Ethics; and

Hibbah Khan, State Finalist, Website Design

Congratulations to all of the students who competed at the regional level.

Congratulations to Coach Curtis Jacobson, Girls Varsity Basketball Coach on earning his 100th win in February!!!

Boys Varsity Basketball advance to the District IV Semifinals.

Monday, March 8 @ 7:00 PM - Loyalsock vs. Mt. Carmel @ Loyalsock, CI's Gymnasium

Girls Varsity Basketball advance to the District IV Semifinals.

Tuesday, March 9 @ 7:00 PM - Loyalsock vs. Towanda @ Towanda.

Swimming District IV AAA Championships - Friday, March 5 @ State College

Loyalsock's Molly Garrison placed 2nd with her team in the Girls 200 Yard Freestyle Relay, 9th in the Girls 100 Yard Freestyle and 10th in the Girls 50 Yard Freestyle

Nicolas Damiano placed 5th in the Boys 100 Yard Breaststroke

Jaden Rankinen placed 7th in the Boys 200 Yard Freestyle

High School Spring sports practices start Monday, March 8th.

Please email coaches with any specific questions.

Girls Varsity Track & Field - Matt Hill, mhill@loyalsocklancers.org

Boys Varsity Track & Field - Nick Hessert, nhessert@loyalsocklancers.org

Baseball - Zac Martin, zmartin@loyalsocklancers.org

Softball - Mark Godfrey, mgodfrey@loyalsocklancers.ort

Boys Tennis - TBD

Reminder: There are no parents/spectators allowed indoors at practices. Please click here to read the PIAA mask requirements for Spring sports.

All events are subject to change. Please be sure to download the Activity Scheduler App to stay up to date on all your events. You can download the Activity Scheduler App from the Apple App Store or get in on Google Play, so you will know when all your favorite sports teams are playing. You’ll never miss a game again.

For Athletic related questions please contact:

Ron (CI) Insinger - Athletic Director rinsinge@loyalsocklancers.org

Shannon Butters - Athletics Secretary sbutters@loyalsocklancers.org

Boys Varsity Tennis Coach

Applicants should possess prior coaching experience at the secondary or collegiate levels.

Apply online at www.loyalsocklancers.org

Tune in to American Idol on Sunday night, March 7 to see Brennan Hepler's audition!

To see more of Beane's music visit www.beanemusic.com.

Please click here for a printable version of the March 2021 MSHS Lunch Menu.

Just a reminder that Loyalsock Township School District continues to offer FREE breakfast and lunch to ALL students. Students may receive one FREE school breakfast and one FREE school lunch each day school is in session. FREE meals for ALL students will remain in effect until the end of the school year!

DID YOU KNOW?

When school is being conducted remotely, FREE meals for children 18 years of age and under are still available. Routinely, the meals will be available for curb-side pick-up at both the Loyalsock Township front entrance area and the Donald E. Schick Elementary school rear entrance area on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:00 am through 1:00 pm. Inclement weather and holiday schedules may impact the curb-side pick-up schedule from time to time.

Free Family Food Boxes are also available. Please contact our Food & Nutrition Services Department at 570-323-3211 or email bhufnagel@loyalsocklancers.org to reserve your family food box.

We are so grateful to be able to offer free meal service during these challenging times and hope that all students take advantage of this amazing program. See you in the Cafeteria!

Immediate openings for part-time and substitute food service workers in the food service department. Computer literacy preferred; excellent interpersonal and communication skills required, as well as a positive and consistent work ethic.

Please contact Beth Hufnagel, FSD for further information at (570) 323-3211 or bhufnagel@loyalsocklancers.org.

Application available at https://ltsd.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Are you a future teacher? If so, Loyalsock Township School District can use you NOW! Through Act 86, you are eligible to substitute teach if you have at least 60 credits. Find out more by calling 570-323-8561 *1088

Loyalsock Township School District is in need of van (PA Driver’s License) and bus drivers to transport students to and from school each day on unique and established routes. If you are interested or know of anyone that would be interested in this opportunity, please contact Mr. Egly at the District Service Center.

Masks - an updated order has been issued by the Secretary of the PA Department of Health. The District WILL follow this new order. Please click here to read through the order.

Travel - Essentially, anyone travelling out of state must quarantine for a period of 14 days unless they get tested within 72 hours prior to returning to Pennsylvania and have a negative test. This includes travel to all states outside of Pennsylvania. Please refer to the PA Department of Health frequently asked questions for guidance on holiday travel.

Please don't hesitate to contact us should you require any further information or clarification.

Masks and face coverings are most definitely not comfortable, but are our new reality. We want to focus our time at school on learning, building positive relationships and keeping each other safe and healthy. Thank you for encouraging a positive attitude from your child.

What if a student doesn't wear a mask properly?

1. Student will be asked by a staff member to put on the mask and cover required areas.

2. If student refuses, and administrator will ask the student to put on the mask.

3. If student refuses, parent/guardian will be contacted.

4. If a student continues to refuse, they will be placed in isolated area away from others or need to be picked up by guardian.

Please remember to wear your mask, wash your hands and maintain a distance of 6 feet from others whenever possible.

There will be no tolerance for intentionally trying to spread germs or any type of related behavior. If this should happen, parents will be contacted. Again, our focus is on learning and safety. We want to maximize every moment we are at school. Thank you for your support!

Please click here to download and print the Early Dismissal and 2-hour Delay schedules.

Do you have the LTSD School App? It's a great tool to help you keep up to date with everything happening in the LTSD. Just visit the App store, search Loyalsock, download and then in settings, add the schools you want to follow. You can also copy things from the calendar onto your own personal Google Calendar, as well!

As a result of changes related to COVID-19, the state has recently changed the way students are able to get their working papers to get a job. Please complete the following steps to process your working papers:

1. Student/parent downloads work permit application from LTSD website: Application for Work Permit download
2. Parent completes application and signs electronically
3. Student/parent emails application as an attachment to: workingpapers@loyalsocklancers.org
4. Once received, the student will be contacted and instructed to come into the office to complete the working permit (parent does not need to be present unless online application could not be filled out and submitted electronically).

This form must be submitted two (2) weeks prior to planned event for approval purposes.

Please click here to consult the PA Department of Health's travel list prior to submission. States indicated on the list, when traveled to may require a 14 day quarantine period, upon return.

Please click here to download a copy of the approval form.

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While empowering students to uncover their true passion, Loyalsock Township High School prepares, engages, and inspires all students to seek academic and personal excellence.

Email: mreitz@loyalsocklancers.org
Website: www.loyalsocklancers.org
Location: 1801 Loyalsock Drive, Williamsport, PA, USA
Phone: (570) 326-3581
Facebook: facebook.com/ltmsprincipal
Twitter: @lths_principals