LHS Updates and news
November 22, 2023
Here is what is happening in our Building
I hope everyone enjoys a happy and healthy Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends. Enjoy some well deserved time off and we will see next Monday, November 27.
When Students return to school
When students return to school next week please check the lost and found area outside of the LMHS cafeteria as it is overflowing with clothing, sneakers, water bottles that belong to students.
Lunenburg Gift Card Drive
The Lunenburg Public Schools Secretaries are kicking off their 6th Annual Gift Card Drive. Please consider donating to this wonderful cause that helps our Lunenburg families that may need some assistance this holiday season. See flyer below. Thank you!
November Breakfast/Lunch Menu Link:
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!
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
For those still working on College Applications and post graduation career plans, please set up a meeting with your Counselor and keep going, you’ve got this! Next Application deadlines are Friday, December 1st and Friday, December 15th.
A big thank you Mr. Sheasgreen for playing our Turkey!
Sign Up Deadlines in the Counseling Office -
MWCC On the Spot Decision Day at LHS - Sign Up Deadline is 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 29th.
Fitchburg State University and Mount Wachusett Community College Decision Days at LHS - In collaboration with Fitchburg State University (FSU) and Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC), we will be holding on the spot decision days in the LHS Counseling Office.
The FSU Decision Day is scheduled for Wednesday, December 6th - deadline to sign up and submit application and transcript is 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 22nd.
MWCC Decision Day is scheduled for Wednesday, December 13th - - deadline to sign up and submit application and transcript is 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 29th.
Scholarship Opportunities - To find and apply for scholarships, sign up for Going Merry (https://www.goingmerry.com) -- it’s free! Going Merry has thousands of national, regional, and local scholarships. There are opportunities for every grade level, from freshmen to seniors. Going Merry also has free Parent accounts.
For information about scholarships for Massachusetts students please visit Stand out College Prep at https://www.standoutcollegeprep.com/massachusetts-scholarships/
Seniors, please also continuously check the 2024 Guidance Google Classroom for scholarship opportunities and applications. Applications can also be obtained in the Counseling office from Mrs. Foster. Due dates vary by scholarship. It is your responsibility to ensure that a completed application is submitted and/or received on time. Please note, the scholarship opportunities posted in the 2024 Guidance Google Classroom are not exhaustive. Please consider signing up for Going Merry or similar.
November College and Military Rep Visits - Fall College and Military Rep visits at LHS are winding down and there are currently no rep visits scheduled for the balance of November or the month of December.
College Open Houses - Fall and Winter College Open Houses are on-going. Pre-registration is required for most Open Houses. Please visit college websites for open house information and registration.
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.
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.
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
Winter registration is open. Before trying out for any winter team, you MUST have completed the following:
- Complete registration on Final Forms
- Have an updated physical uploaded to Final Forms
- Have no outstanding athletic fees
Any student athlete not in compliance WILL NOT be allowed to try out.
All winter sports begin on the Monday after Thanksgiving, 11/27. Here are the specific sports try out times and locations:
Boys Hockey - 6:30PM @ Wallace Civic Center
Girls Hockey - Co-op with Leominster, please email lhsnmhockey@gmail.com for specific information
Girls Basketball - 6:00-9:00PM (parent meeting), 6:30PM try out @ LMHS gymnasium
Boys Basketball - 3:00-6:00PM @ LMHS gymnasium
Boys & Girls Indoor Track - 2:45PM @ LMHS gymnasium
Middle School Boys Basketball - 3:25-4:45PM @ Turkey Hill Gymnasium
Middle School Girls Basketball - 4:15-5:30PM @ Turkey Hill Gymnasium
Boys & Girls Alpine Ski - Please email jayconroy@comcast.net for specific information
