LHS Updates and news
November 3, 2023
Here is what is happening in our Building
Electronic Recycling fundraiser
Electronic recycling fundraiser has been moved to Saturday, November 4 and Saturday, November 11 from 9:00 - 1:00 both days.. We will accept computers, printers, phones, appliances, air conditioners, audio and video equipment and more! If you want to recycle these items, please think of saving them for our fundraiser!
Mock Trial
High School Mock Trial will have its informational meeting Tuesday, October 31st at 2:30pm in Mrs. LeBlanc's room. This state-wide competition runs from early November through January/February. We have had some playoff success the past few years, and are looking forward to another great season. If you are interested in participating, please attend the meeting or reach out to Mrs. LeBlanc at lleblanc@lunenburgschools.net to learn more.
LMHS Jazz Ensembles
7th and 8th graders, and all high schoolers: The LMHS jazz band is starting up this coming Tuesday at 5:00pm. If you are interested in joining, please attend the first rehearsal which will run about an hour and a half. If you would like more information about jazz band and what it involves beforehand, please see Mr. Sheldon in the music wing.
6th Graders: 6th grade will be having their own, separate jazz band that will be on Tuesday from 4:00-4:45. If any 6th grader would like to get an introduction to jazz, please have them come this Tuesday for the first rehearsal! If you would like more information about jazz band and what it involves beforehand, please see Mr. Sheldon in the music wing.
National Honor Society Induction Ceremony
The National Honor Society induction ceremony is Monday, October 30th at 6:30 pm in the LMHS Auditorium.
LHS After School Help
We will begin our Lunenburg High School After School Program for students starting Oct. 11th. The program will provide academic support for high school students and run from 2:30-3:30 on Monday-Thursday each week. This program will be at no cost to families and will be held in the library of the Lunenburg Middle-High School building. A snack and water will be provided to students who attend each day. Please fill out and submit the registration form below if your student will participate in session one of our After School Program.
LHS After School Program Registration
National Honor Society Tutoring Program
National Honor Society is running a peer tutoring program for this school year. The program will run every Tuesday from 2:30 - 3:30 in the High School project room and students from both the middle and the high school level are welcome to attend.
Lunenburg Public Schools Facebook Account
Lunenburg Public Schools has a new Facebook account - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090471393282. Consider following to stay updated on school news, community events and more!
November Breakfast/Lunch Menu Link:
Lunenburg High School 2024 Yearbook
It's time to order your 2024 yearbook. Use the link below to order.
LHS Guidance News
From the LHS Counseling Office
Congratulations to those Seniors that have submitted College Applications! Next Application deadlines are this Sunday, November 5th and Wednesday, November 15th. For those still working on College Applications and post grad career plans, please set up a meeting with your Counselor.
Thank you Karyn Giuliani and Olivia Swift for the beautiful artwork in the Counseling Office!
AP Exams Announcement - If you have not already done so, please register for AP Exams by Monday, November 13, 2023. The cost of each AP exam is $102.00. Any exam orders submitted after November 15th will incur a $40 late fee. Lunenburg High School desires that every student be able to take their AP exam(s). Students requiring financial assistance should contact Mr. Ciullo; jciullo@lunenburgschools.net or Mrs. Foster; triciafoster@lunenburgschools.net, in the counseling office. AP Students are expected to take the AP exam. To register, please visit www.TotalRegistration.net/AP/221255. For additional information and detail, please see Mr. Ciullo’s October 3rd email.
Work Permits - Students age 14 - 17 years old must complete an Employment Permit Application before starting a new job. Once you have completed the Employment Permit Application Form, please bring the completed Form to Mrs. Cooney in the Main Office. An Employment Permit Application can be obtained from the following link: https://www.mass.gov/doc/youth-employment-permit-application/download.
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) - The Counselors continued with SEL advisories in classes this week. Each class will have one meeting over the course of Q1.
Post-Secondary Planning - Small group planning seminars have ended. Seniors should be scheduling time to work with their counselors on their post-secondary plans.
November College and Military Rep Visits - Rep visits will take place in the Counseling Office Conference Room unless otherwise noted. Please see below for an updated list.
Monday, 11/6 @ 11:45 am - Western New England University (MA)
Tuesday, 11/14 @ 10:45 am (in the Cafeteria) - Air National Guard
Wednesday, 11/15 @ 1:00 pm - Russell Sage College (NY)
Upcoming college visits are posted in Naviance. Students must sign up in Naviance. When students sign up, please print or screen shot the confirmation and add the visit to your calendar. Students should notify their Teacher well in advance of the visit. One or two days before the scheduled visit see Mrs. Foster in the School Counseling Office to obtain a Pass. On the day of the visit, please remind your teacher that you are attending a college visit and then show the Pass. Report to the School Counseling Office at the scheduled time and sign-in.
College Open Houses - Fall College Open Houses are in full swing. Pre-registration is required for most Open Houses. Please visit college websites for additional information and registration. The following is a list of Open Houses that we have been informed of. If a college or university you are interested in is not listed below please visit their website to inquire about Open Houses.
11/5 - LeMoyne (NY)
11/5 - The University of Scranton (PA)
11/5 - Suffolk University Boston (MA)
11/5 - Fisher College (MA) @ 10am - 2pm
11/5 - Southern New Hampshire University (NH)
11/10 - Plymouth State University (NH)
11/11 - Saint Michael’s College (VT)
11/12 - Sacred Heart University (CT)
11/18 - Emmanuel College (MA)
12/2 - Johnson & Wales (RI)
Air Force ROTC High School Scholarship Program - The Air Force ROTC (AFROTC) High School Scholarship Program Application deadline is December 31, 2023. Please note, SATs are required. AFROTC is a 4-year program that allows college students to commission as officers in the Air Force or Space Force while earning a college degree. AFROTC teaches cadets about leadership theory, physical fitness, drill and ceremonies, and much more. See Mrs. Foster or visit afrotc.com for additional information.
MWCC Dual Enrollment Information Sessions - MWCC offers dual enrollment information sessions the first Wednesday of each month from 6pm - 7pm.
Counselor assignments -
Jeff Dionne - Student last name starting with A-G
Gail Okerman - Student last name starting with H-M
Jon Ciullo - Student last name starting with N-Z
LMHS Athletics
Friday
Football vs St. Bernard's 7PM
Saturday
MIAA Playoffs Round 1
Girls Soccer vs Easthampton 1PM
Boys Soccer vs Leicester 3PM
There will be a Boys Hockey informational meeting next Tuesday 11/7, 6:30-7:30PM in the cafeteria.
There will be a Girls Hockey informational meeting next Thursday 11/9, 6:30PM at Wallace Civic Center.
PLEASE REGISTER ON FINAL FORMS FOR WINTER SPORTS
