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Important Calendar Reminder - Wednesday, March 13
This Wednesday, March 13 is not a late start. Wednesday is an early release day. The school day will start at 7:45 am on Wednesday and the school day will end at 11:30 am.
South Campus will follow a traditional early release bell schedule and students will attend all classes on Wednesday. It will be an “A” schedule day at South Campus. This means that teachers and students report to their 4A location during the shortened 4th period or their 5A location during the shortened 5th period. (For example, if a student has lunch study during 4A & lunch during 4B, the student would go to their lunch study.) As a reminder, South Campus students will not commute during 1st or 8th period. They should report to the South Campus library for that period.
At North Campus, juniors will take the Illinois Science Assessment while seniors will have a non-attendance day.
Information about the Illinois Science Assessment for Juniors:
Juniors should check their email for more information. The test will begin at 7:45 am on March 13, 2024 and room locations can be found in Infinite Campus at the bottom of your class schedule. Testing rooms will not be posted the morning of the test so you must check Infinite Campus. The Science Assessment is taken online so be sure to bring your Chromebook fully charged, pen or pencil for scratch work, and a non-science paper book to read if you finish early. Leave your cellphones, smart watches, and personal electronics at home or in your locker. If you have any questions, please stop by NC Room 45.
Freshman Preparedness Survey
For several years, Lyons Township High School has partnered with our associate schools to administer a Freshman Preparedness Survey. -On March 13, all current LT freshmen will be asked to take a short survey during their PE class.
The goal of this survey is to gather feedback from current LT freshmen about their perceptions on how well they were prepared for high school during their middle school/junior high years.
The survey should take students about 15 minutes to complete. Respondents will be asked to rank many of their middle school/junior high experiences from poor to great on a four point scale. Students will also be asked a series of open ended questions.
All responses are anonymous and completed surveys will be routed to the elementary school district identified by the respondent in the survey.All parents/guardians had an opportunity to opt students out of this survey during online registration. All students who have been opted out will work on other work while their peers complete the survey. If you have any questions regarding this survey, please contact Kristine Zieman, Coordinator of Assessment.
College & Career Center Update
South Campus students are invited to attend Career Panels on March 12th. These sessions offer the ability for students to learn more about various careers, ask questions and network with industry professionals. On March 12th, we will host a Business Panel (during 4th period) and a Creatives Panel (during 5th period). Students must sign up in Schoolinks under School Events to attend. Click here for College/Career Program Student Attendance Guidelines. Questions? Contact your South Campus Counselor.
North Campus students are invited to attend Career Week during the week of March 11-15th. Session dates and times (period) are below. Students must sign up in Schoolinks under School Events to attend. Click here for College/Career Program Student Attendance Guidelines. Questions? Contact Mr. Dailey (cdailey@lths.net).
March 11: Pipefitters Union (3rd), La Grange fire dept (4th), Operating Engineers (5th), Roofers and Waterproofers (6th), COD Welding (7th), Power Construction (8th)
March 12: Bricklayers (3rd), Kendall College Culinary (4th), Universal Technical Institute (5th), COD Culinary and Cosmetology (6th), Chicago Women in the Trades (7th), COD Paralegal (8th)
March 14: Plumbers Union (3rd), Fox College (Vet Tech, OTA, PTA, etc.) (4th), Laborers Union (5th), CISCO Trades (6th), COD Admin Training (7th), Lincoln Tech in Melrose Park (8th)
March 15: Empire Beauty School (1st), Lifeline EMS (3rd), ETI School of Skilled Trades (Welding/HVAC) (4th), COD Manufacturing (5th), IBEW Electrical Union (6th), Medstar Phlebotomy (7th), Mid America Carpentry (8th)
Class of 2025 Families, You're Invited: Financial Aid Offer & Appeal Night
March 14th at 7 pm on Zoom - Register Here
Event will be recorded and shared on our LT College & Career Center Events page.
This session is designed to help seniors and parents evaluate financial aid award offers. Program will include a presentation on the types of financial aid and how to read and evaluate financial aid award letters using Schoolink's Financial Aid comparison tool. Additional resources will be shared, along with a recording from Mark Salisbury of Tuition Fit on how to appeal financial aid offers in hopes of getting more funding.
5Essentials Parent Survey
We would like your feedback through the annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This online survey will help school and district staff understand parent/guardian perceptions regarding communication, school/family partnerships, and school culture and climate.
Individual participation and responses are confidential. If 20% or more of parents/guardians participate, aggregate results will be available to school staff for review and published online in the fall of 2024 with the annual Illinois Report Card. The results of this survey will be used to understand areas of strength, opportunities for growth, and to support the district’s Strategic Plan.
Please complete the survey for each LT student in your household at https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/. The survey window closes on Friday, March 29, 2024.
Thank you for your continued support as we strive to support all students.
Spring Spirit Week
Student Council has been busy planning. Please see below for themes.
- Monday, March 18: Pajama Day
- Tuesday, March 19: Jersey Day
- Wednesday, March 20: Flannel Day
- Thursday, March 21: Crazy Socks Day
- Friday, March 22: Blue & Gold Day
Safety Drill - Severe Weather
On Thursday, March 21, LTHS will complete its final emergency drill of the school year. Students and staff will participate in a severe weather drill at both campuses.
Fire Detection Alarm Test - Wednesday, March 27 at LT South Campus
Chicago Fire Detection will be at South Campus on the morning of Wednesday, March 27 to test and make adjustments to the system. The alarm will be set off at approximately 9 am to verify which units need maintenance.
Weekend Events:
- The Donna Mavros Festival of Student-Directed One-Acts will take place at the South Campus PAC on Friday, March 15 and Saturday, March 16 at 7:00pm.
- The 11th Annual Mr. LT event will take place at the North Campus Reber Center on Saturday, March 16 at 7:00pm.
Thank you and have a great week!
Jen Tyrrell
Principal
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