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Phones at Lawrence Intermediate School and Lawrence Middle School are back up now.
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QuickNews correction The workshop for parents of children with special needs that was referenced in the February 11 QuickNews is for parents of preschool children only. The original notice is below. We apologize for the misinformation.
The next installment in a series of workshops provided for parents of students with special needs is A Parent Support Group, scheduled for Wednesday, February 24 at 9:45 a.m. at Lawrenceville Elementary School (LES).
Presenter Michelle Kotch, MA, Ed.S., LPC will discuss ways you can take care of yourself while taking care of a child with special needs. RSVPs are required - call LES main office at (609) 671-5571 before February 16.
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Community Conversation postponed
The Community Conversation originally scheduled for April 26 has been postponed. Stay tuned. We'll let you know when a new date...possibly in the fall...is confirmed. |
NJEA Educational Support Professional of the Year Award
LTPS custodian Alan Wilson recently received the 2016 Mercer County Educational Support Professional (ESP) of the Year award from the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA).
The ESP of the Year award is presented to an NJEA member whose activities best reflect the contributions of educational support professionals to public education.
Alan was recognized during an awards dinner at the 42nd Annual NJEA ESP Conference.
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Student-Leaders-Athletes attend leadership workshop
Groups of Lawrence High School student-athletes and student-leaders of other extracurricular activities were selected by their coaches/advisors to attend one of two sessions of the Lee Rubin Leadership Program workshop on February 18 at LHS. The workshop was funded through a grant from the Lawrence Township Education Foundation (LTEF).
Read more about Lee Rubin, a star student-athlete turned professional speaker, at leerubinspeaks.com. |
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Good news from the LHS Art Department - teachers' artwork on exhibit
Mercer County Community College (MCCC) will host the work of Cheryl Eng and Sean Carney, LHS art teachers, in the 2016 Mercer County Artists Exhibition. The exhibition runs February 22 - March 24 with an opening reception and awards ceremony the evening of February 24.
More information on the exhibition, including directions, gallery hours, and a complete list of exhibitors, can be found at the MCCC website.
Artworks of Trenton also will host the art of Sean Carney in his exhibition "It's All Wood," beginning with an opening reception on March 5 and running through April 2. Visit the Artworks website for more details and directions. |
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Do we have spirit...yes, we do!
The LHS varsity cheerleaders recently competed at the Cheer Limited Championships at Sun Bank Arena and won 1st Place in the Medium Division! Various teams throughout the tri-state area competed at the event.
The Slackwood Elementary School cheerleaders did an amazing half-time performance with the LHS varsity cheerleaders during the Girls' basketball game on February 12 against Robbinsville HS. Adrienne Landolfi is the varsity coach.  |
Wrestling news
Chris Lynne, LHS varsity wrestling coach, received the Coaching Excellence Award at the recent Mercer County Wrestling tournament and senior wrestler Edwin Gonzalez came in 4th place in his weight class.
Pictured at left:
Edwin on the podium (right side) with other top finishers
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The LHS Wrestling Team held its First Annual Alumni Recognition Night on January 12 as the Cardinals took on the Rams of Hightstown. Over 25 wrestlers from 5 decades attended the match and reception afterwards.
The wrestling team is still looking for alumni to submit their email address to Coach Verga (jverga@ltps.org) for future events.  |
More alumni news
We're always interested in hearing about alumni achievements. Read what we recently learned about Dr. Samuel Norman-Haignere, valedictorian of Lawrence High's Class of 2006. He is the lead author of research reported recently in the New York Times Science section.
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MCSA hosts Student Day of Dialogue Conference
The Mercer County Superintendents Association (MCSA) will host a "Day of Dialogue Conference" for high school students from all county districts on Friday, February 19, at Rider University. Students and staff from Lawrence High will attend the conference that will bring students together to participate in an educational experience that promotes conversation, awareness and action around issues of race, gender and class. Learn more in this press release from MCSA. |
USAF Rhythm in Blue Jazz Ensemble set to perform free, public concert at LHS
Save the date! The United States Air Force (USAF) Rhythm in Blue jazz ensemble will perform a free concert at Lawrence High School (LHS) on March 16 at 7PM.
The band incorporates a wide repertoire of jazz and fusion, from big band swing to cutting-edge contemporary music. Their fabulous vocalist radiates sounds of the great jazz divas and inspires with patriotic classics.
Read more.
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Hairspray
The Lawrence High School (LHS) Theater Company will present Hairspray on March 10, 11, and 12 at 7PM at LHS. Tickets are on sale now - prices are $10/adults, $8/students and seniors if purchased online; $10 for all tickets purchased at the door. See flyer. |
LES Kids' Used Toys & Clothing Sale - seller registration
Seller registration for the March 19 LES Kids' used Toys & Clothing Sale opens Friday, February 19 at 8AM. See flyer. |
School nurses selected for Health Leadership Program
Cindy Agoston, Cori Levesque and Lucille Winslow, nurses at LMS and LHS, along with Dr. Erin Servillo, Director of Student Services, have been selected to attend the July 2016 Johnson and Johnson School Health Leadership Program.
This nationally recognized, extremely competitive fellowship empowers teams of school nurses and their school partners with skills and knowledge to become public health leaders. The program includes an intensive six-day residential Leadership Training Institute, online learning, and the development of community -based health promotion initiatives. |
Board Meeting Audio
Audio from the February 10 Board of Education meeting is available on the LTPS district website. Go to ltps.org/BOEAUDIO and the most recent audio is right on the top.
Audio from 2015 has been archived and can be found by clicking the Board Meeting Audio Archive link at the bottom of the webpage.
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LTPS-TV This Weekend
Saturday & Sunday, February 20-21, LTPS-TV will broadcast two new programs on Comcast Channel 19 and Verizon Channel 37 in Lawrence Township:
LHS Varsity Wrestling recorded 2/10/16 (approximately 1 hour 23 minutes)
8AM, 12PM, 6PM & 10PM
Lawrence takes on Spotswood at home for Senior Night.
LHS Operation Smile Summit recorded 2/13/16 (approximately 1 hour 21 minutes)
6AM, 10AM, 4PM & 8PM
This program includes presentations by several people involved in Operation Smile.
Missed a program on LTPS-TV? Many of our recent programs can be seen on YouTube at the LTPSRewind channel.
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The Name was Changed to Protect the Innocent:
How Maidenhead became Lawrence in 1816
Join the Lawrence Historical Society at its annual meeting on Sunday, February 21, at 2PM in the Lawrence High School (LHS) commons and learn all the facts behind the name change.
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Heroin & Opiates: They're Here
Hear the information you need to know about the heroin epidemic - where it starts and how it affects our community - at a free presentation and panel discussion for parents, professionals, school personnel and high school students at Princeton High School on March 2 at 7PM. Learn about the latest trends, signs & symptoms and how to better prevent substance abuse from affecting family members. See flyer. |
Lawrence Hamnett Spring Soccer Programs
Register now for Lawrence Hamnett Soccer Association's spring soccer programs for players in all skill levels in Pre-K through grade 8. The recreation league takes place on Saturday mornings and the Technical Training program is on Monday evenings. Both programs begin in April. For more information and to register, visit www.lawrencehamnett.com. Financial assistance is available.
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10th Annual Living Local Expo
Save the date - March 19 - to attend the 10th Annual Living Local Expo, sponsored by the Mercer County Sustainability Coalition, held at the Rider University gym. Learn how "Being Green Pay$ Off" at this free community event. See flyer for details.
Interested in being a vendor? See this invitation and registration form to sign up by March 11. |
Garden Gate Garden Club Spring Programs
The Garden Gate Garden Club is pleased to announce its spring program schedule. Meetings are held at the Lawrence Township Senior Citizens building at 30 Darrah Lane East in Lawrence at 7PM every third Monday of the month. See flyer for program offerings.
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Bicycle Safety Rodeo and Safe Kids Day
The annual Bicycle Safety Rodeo and Safe Kids Day is Saturday, May 7, from 9AM - 1PM at the St. Lawrence Rehabilitation Center. Pre-register for the bike rodeo and your child will receive a free helmet and bike inspection. See flyer for details. |
Lawrence Township Education Foundation
Thank a teacher with an A.P.P.L.E. from the Lawrence Township Education Foundation (LTEF) at www.ltefnj.org. |
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