Thursday, October 31, 2013

Today is an ODD Period Day – Periods 1.3.5.7

Academic Announcements:

There will be no Lockheed Martin tutoring this evening however you can still get Math help this afternoon from 2:15 – 4:00pm with Mr. Brooks in room 121.

Club Announcements:

For any students who are interested in participating in Model United Nations, there will be a meeting this afternoon in Room 206 between 2:20 and 2:45pm

FCCLA will have a brief meeting TODAY, after school, in room 120.

TSA has a very important meeting TODAY to discuss run-offs and getting everyone signed up for their events.  Please come and join us in room 150 starting at 2:20. 

FBLA members, come to our meeting TODAY for some Halloween treats and learn about the tricks for picking your FBLA district competition!  Happy Halloween!

Attention poets, songwriters, and creative writers!  Come to Solid Grounds TOMORROW night at 6:30 for an LPS open mic night.  Hear poets from all four high schools share their art at the event, and bring your own words if you want to perform.  The event is free, and will last from 6:30-8:30.  See Mr. Saliman or Mrs. Fisher for more details.

Sport Announcements:

All students who are planning to participate in Winter Sports must register on-line on the Athletic website and ensure the Athletic Dept has a current physical form for you on file, before participating in the sport. Some students have handed in their physical forms but have not yet registered.

Special Events:

This year's Thespian Doll House of Horror will be open TODAY from 3-4 pm in the LHS theatre! The Haunted House this year is FREE, (however you are always welcome to make a donation to the Thespian Society if you would like to) Start your Halloween Even with a walk through the demented dollhouse.

Costume Contest is TODAY.  Happy Halloween!

Other Announcements:

Last day to get 25% off of all candy in the DECA store.   If you have a costume on enjoy 50% off candy!  Happy Halloween from Littleton DECA and Marketing students.

Blog Announcements:

Holiday/Break Food Baskets - Students and staff:  The Thanksgiving holiday is rapidly approaching, and Littleton High School would like to ensure that every student and their family has a holiday meal.  If you are able to make a donation or know of someone who could benefit from receiving a holiday food basket contact Mr. Hahn in the Counseling Department.

Get a jump start on your holiday shopping, and enjoy live music and refreshments with friends, while you browse the unique, hand-crafted accessories at the third annual Littleton High School Performing Arts Music & Craft Fair!  The craft fair will be held on Saturday, Nov 9, 9 am-4 pm, in the LHS South Gym and Cafeteria. There will be artisans with a variety of items available for sale such as body care products, jewelry, scarves, photography, greeting cards, handbags, and much more.  All proceeds from the Craft Fair will be used to further the education of LHS Performing Arts students.    For more information visit: http://www.lhsperformingarts.net/craft-fair-information

FROM LHS PTO - THANK YOU to everyone that participated in The Stride 2013! Once again, LHS won the high school $1,000 prize which will go towards our physical education department that encourages good health and wellness for all students.  A special thanks to the LHS Stride Captain, Lisa Maney, and teacher, Terry Banfield, in encouraging people to participate.  Your efforts are greatly appreciated.  WAY TO GO LIONS!!!

A reminder for students planning to participate in the ACC concurrent enrollment program, you MUST fully compete and return the forms handed out at the meeting to Mr. Puchino by the end of the school day on Thursday, Oct. 31.  If you were not able to attend the meeting but are interested in the program, please see Mr. Puchino in the Counseling Office.

Students taking AP courses who are in need of financial assistance should stop by the Counseling Office for information regarding the ESCAPE Grant.  ESCAPE stands for Eliminating Student Cost for Advanced Placement Exams. This is a federal grant program sponsored through the Colorado Department of Education.  There is a Nov. 4 deadline for completed applications to be returned to Counseling.

Sign up for all LHS students for the swim test held at Littleton are in the Counseling Office.  The test is offered on two separate days, Mon., Nov. 11 or Tues., Nov. 12, at 2:30 pm in the LHS pool-DRESSED and ready to swim.  Students must sign up, as space is limited and you must attend the date you sign up for.  The deadline to sign up is Fri., Nov. 8. For further information and a skills criteria sheet, please stop by the Counseling Office. 

Calling all Littleton Public Schools ice hockey players! Tryouts for the Winter CHSAA season are Nov. 13 and 15 at the Ice Ranch in Littleton at 3PM. Visit www.heritagelpshockey.org for details.

Attentions all students, LHS Bookkeeping will be closed from 7:30-9:00am daily.  Please plan accordingly. THANK YOU!

Lions Follies tickets are on sale--ONLINE only!  We will be doing regular in school ticket sales starting the week of Nov. 4th.  See you at the show!!