Friday, September 23, 2016

STUDENT BULLETIN

Student Recognition and Congratulations:

Congratulations to boys tennis on their 6-1 victory over Far Northeast high school Wednesday night. Come out on your off period TODAY and watch the varsity tennis tournament happening all day!

Homecoming Announcements:

Homecoming tickets will be on sale at the Bookkeeper’s window TODAY immediately after school until 2:45pm.

The Parade is TODAY at 3pm at Bemis Library.  We'd love to see you there!!!

Don't forget there will be a tailgater at the stadium entrance starting at 5:45.  All freshmen eat FREE and everyone else is $3 all you can eat!  We will be open until 6:45--see you there!

The football team needs the full support from the LHS fan base (students, parents, teachers, alumni) as we face the Adams City Eagles for the Varsity Homecoming game: TONIGHT! 7pm!! Be there!!!

Academic Announcements:

Attention students! "Life After Littleton Night" will take place on Wednesday, September 28th, 6:00 - 8:00 pm here at school.  LHS families will not want to miss this terrific event.  We will have many informative breakout sessions including "Financial Aid 101," "Trade and Tech Careers and Education," and "Building Your College List."  Don't miss the introductory session which begins right at 6:00 pm...you'll find it helpful and stress relieving!

Attention Juniors and Sophomores:  The PSAT test date is Wednesday, October 19th at 7:00 a.m. in the South Gym. Sign-ups will begin Monday, September 26th and conclude Friday, October 14th.  Sign up in the counseling office and bring $20 (non-refundable). Space is limited so do not wait until the last minute!

Sports Announcements:

Attention any girls interested in joining the Lady Lion Fish Swim and Dive team.  There will be an informational meeting on Monday September 26th at 3:00 in the pool area.  We will meet in the hallway that leads to the pool.  Hope to see you there. Coach Seavall

Club & Activity Announcements:

Attention all Student council officers, ambassadors and general council members, there is a Student Council General Council meeting on Monday SEpt. 26th.  We will be doing Homecoming evaluations, attendance checks and Dr. Oaks will be speaking to us as well!  Also, there will be treats! See you there-2:20 in the forum!

Parent Blog Announcements:

Booster club will be selling apparel at the Homecoming game this Friday.  Be sure to stop by and check out our new grey sweatshirts, LHS beanies, baseball caps, socks, and much more.  Cash & credit cards will be accepted.

Hi Lions Parents! The LHS Homecoming Parade is Friday, September 23 at 3:00….. come cheer our LHS students on as they march down Littleton Boulevard, and join the PTO as it hosts the 5th annual Homecoming Viewing event at Merle’s Restaurant. Merle’s offers a great spectating deck, and will also donate 20% of all proceeds during the event to LHS PTO After-Prom. Support two good causes! Homecoming AND After-prom, and get to know some of your fellow Littleton parents. See you at Merles- arrive at 2:30 to get your seats! GO LIONS!

PTO often post some quick, one time volunteer opportunities on our website.  See PTO Volunteer link below to sign up.  Go to PTO Volunteer Page: https://sites.google.com/a/lps.k12.co.us/littleton-high-school-pto/home/volunteer-opportunities

Student Blog Announcements:

Attention Seniors!  Check your school email!  You have a very important message from the Post Grad Center regarding  your senior meeting.  Please read it and take action!

For students needing help in Math & Science, Lockheed Martin tutoring will be here on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6:00-7:30pm in room 1740.  Please use the forum entrance.

Attention College Bound Seniors.  The Free Application for Federal Student Aid...or FAFSA...will open it's on-line application on October 1st. EVERY STUDENT needs to complete the FAFSA whether or not you believe your family will qualify for financial need based scholarships.  Many colleges offer financial aid on a first-come-first-served basis, so...what would I do if I were you?...  I'd fill it out on October 1st!

Students and staff:  Wanna be a hero and help save lives?  Did you know that approximately 10% of the nation's blood supply is given by high-school-aged donors?  On October 6th National Honor Society is sponsoring a blood drive right here at Littleton High School.  If you would like to donate blood please stop by Mr. Hahn's office in the counseling office to signup and for more detailed information.  There are a limited number of spots and donors will be signed up on a first-come first-serve basis.

Stressed about life after high school?  Visit the Post Grad Center's webpage, located on the LHS website under Counseling.  You'll find worlds of information and resources which will help take your blood pressure down!

Back by popular demand!  Mr. Stedron will once again offer his College Essay Workshops during both lunch periods on Tuesday,. Oct. 4th in The Forum.  Seniors who need to write a personal statement or essay for at least one of your college applications will not want to miss this.  Mr. Stedron provides straightforward direction for attacking this often difficult, intimidating piece of writing.  See you there!

Tattered Cover is excited to present the inaugural Colorado Teen Book Con! Saturday, October 15, 2016, 9:00 am - 4:45 pm at Littleton High School in Littleton, CO. Mark your calendars!  This is a full day event with two keynote presentations, a bunch of author panels, and a big author signing party at the end of the day. And food trucks. Of course, food trucks. Books will be for sale throughout the day.  This event, open exclusively to teens, is free, but you must register! Please click here for more details and to register for the event. http://www.tatteredcover.com/colorado-teen-book-con