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Annually, Lake Park High School hosts Curriculum Night at each campus. This year, West Campus Curriculum Night takes place on Wednesday, August 28 and East Campus hosts its event on Wednesday, September 4. A letter of invitation will be mailed to homes which includes space for your student to write his/her course schedule.
During the evening parents are invited to walk their student's schedule, attend teacher presentations about learning objectives and course expectations, and visit with members of our Pupil Personnel Services department. The format of the evening does not allow time for extended conversations about individual students. Please speak with your student's teachers or counselor to schedule time for these types of conversations.
Additionally, Mr. Joe Tita, Manager of Instructional Technology, will be holding informational sessions about technology and our Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiative. Parents are welcome to learn about this new initiative. BYOD helps students take full advantage of technology in a safe and responsible manner.
Curriculum Night and other parent programs offer families and faculty the opportunity to build bridges of communication and shared responsibility. We value the contributions that parents and guardians provide at home and we look forward to sharing our vision and priorities for the upcoming school year.
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The Lake Park High School Community Relations department publishes the LP Link bi-weekly to keep you informed of the latest news at Lake Park High School. If you have any questions or comments, please contact Jennifer Jungel, Manager of Communications and Development, at jjungel@lphs.org. |
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| New Faculty and Staff
Welcome to our new certified staff members:
* Kara Allison, Social Studies
* Kevin Belleau, Special Education
* Ben Bishop, Mathematics
* Francine Blake, Family & Consumer Science
* Anthony Cirrincione, Science
* Brittany Knight, RTI Learning Support Teacher
* James Kryger, Science
* Donavon Lamb, Special Education
* Mike Mucha, Counseling
* Chuck Naffier, Music
* Julie Stetson, Social Studies
* Joel Tellinhuisen, English
* Lauren Thomas, Social Studies
* Shanon Tumpane, Special Education
* Steve Tyler, Mathematics
* Katie Watts, Special Education
* Melisa Williams-Rivera, Counseling
New Lake Park support staff/instructional aides:
* Kristen Anderson, Spec. Ed. Instructional Aide
* Michael Fleming, Spec. Ed. Instructional Aide
* Allison Groessl, Fitness Center Instructional Aide
* Devin Johnston, Math Instructional Aide
* Matthew Kardon, Math Instructional Aide
* Ellen Kucharski, Counseling
* Kristen Olsen, Spec. Ed. Instructional Aide
* Jarrett Stearns, Spec. Ed. Instructional Aide
* Jared Wismiller, Math Instructional Aide
* Brian Wussow, District Theatre Operations Mgr.
Interns:
* Andrew Baginski, Psychologist Intern
* Mark Moeller, Psychologist Intern
* Christopher Novak, Social Work Intern |
Accolades for LP Boys Track & Field
The USA Track and Field (USATF) recently named the Lake Park Boys' Track and Field team to it Honor Roll. Congratulations to head coach Jay Ivory, assistant coaches Doug Juraska, Tom Kaberna, Lance Murphy, and Bob Nihells and the members of our Boys' Track and Field team on winning the 2013 Class 3A Illinois State Championship, their 4-peat. The USATF is the national governing body for track and field, long distance running, and race-walking in the United States. Click here to view the USATF honor roll recognition. |
| Turf Field Dedication Ceremony
A dedication ceremony to celebrate the recent renovations to the West Campus stadium, including the newly-installed artificial turf field, will be held on Friday, September 6. The ceremony will begin at 7:00 pm, preceding the first varsity football game of the season against Lockport High School. The ceremony will recognize major financial contributors to the Field For Our Future project. Funds for Lake Park's renovated stadium, track, and football field came through a combination of efforts, including proceeds the school raised through Lake Park's partnership with the PGA during the 2012 Ryder Cup and philanthropic donations to its Field For Our Future project.
B96 radio personality and Lake Park High School Distinguished Alumnus, Justin Roman, will be at the school from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm in pre-dedication festivities.
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Integrated Pest Management
Lake Park High School has adopted an Integrated Pest Management program that minimizes the use of pesticides in school buildings and on school grounds. The policy, in accordance with state laws, also includes a registry whereby parents can be notified in writing two days before any pesticides are used in the school buildings or on school grounds.
Integrated Pest Management emphasizes inspections and preventive measures. The focus of the program is to identify and eliminate conditions in the school that could cause a pest problem. Regular spraying inside the school building is not part of the pest control program, however, occasional applications of pesticide control materials are used to maintain school grounds and may be used if a persistent indoor problem occurs. The district's goal is to schedule such applications during non-school hours when the amount of exposure to students and staff is minimal.
If it becomes necessary to use pesticide, notice will be posted two business days prior to the application at the buildings. The only exception to the two-day notice would be if there was an immediate threat to health or property. Notice will then be posted as soon as practicable.
If you would like to receive written notification prior to the application, please click here and complete the form. Return to the LP Administration Center, 590 S. Medinah Rd., Roselle, 60172 when completed.
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Volunteers Wanted for Peer Jury
The Roselle-Itasca Peer Jury is looking for Lake Park students to serve as volunteer Peer Jurors. The program is used for minor criminal and petty offenses in which the offender has already confessed to the offense. The Peer Jurors are trained to analyze the facts of the situation, ask questions, and decide upon appropriate consequences based on the hearing. Two police officers and two outside facilitators are present at all hearings to help guide the process.
According to the Illinois Attorney General's office, school that have a Peer Jury program have reported a decrease in suspensions and in-school fights and an increase in attendance.
Interested students may pick up an application from Officer Heidi Onion at East Campus or Officer Scott Phillips at West Campus. Potential jurors will be interviewed by Officer Onion. |
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35th Annual Joust on Sept. 14
The 35th annual Lake Park Lancer Joust, an all-day marching band competition, is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 14, at Lake Park's West Campus. Twenty-four (24) bands representing high schools from Illinois, Wisconsin and Nebraska are set to perform in preliminary competition beginning at approximately 11 AM.
Bands scheduled to compete are, from Illinois: Victor J. Andrew Marching Thunderbolt, Tinley Park, Marching Bulldogs, Batavia, Downers Grove South Marching Mustangs, Marching Grenadiers, Elk Grove Village, Fremd H.S. Viking Marching Band, Glenview, Marching Tigers, Herscher, John Hersey H.S. Marching Huskies, Arlington Heights, Jacobs H.S. Golden Eagle Marching Band, Algonquin, Lakes Community Marching Band, Lake Villa, Lemont H.S. Marching Band, Lincoln-Way North Marching Phoenix, Frankfort, Lincoln-Way West Marching Warriors, New Lenox, Lockport H.S. Marching Band, Naperville Central Marching Redhawks, Naperville North Marching Huskies, Plainfield North Marching Tigers, Mt. Prospect H.S. Marching Knights, Waubonsie Valley Marching Warriors, Aurora, Wheaton North Marching Falcons, Wheaton-Warrenville South Tiger Marching Band and the Wheeling H.S. Wildcat Marching Band. Also competing will be the Northstar Marching Band from Waukesha, Wisconsin and the Millard West Wildcat Marching Band from Omaha, Nebraska.
The 140+ Lake Park Lancer Marching Band, under the direction of Michael Chiodo, will debut its 2013 show, "The Five Stages of Grief" in an exhibition performance at 5:15 PM to close out the preliminary competition. The final competition, featuring the top-scoring 10 bands, will begin at approximately 7:30 PM.
Tickets for the 2013 Lancer Joust are priced at $10 for adults, $7 for students and seniors and $25 for families (2 adults, 2 children). Kids 4 and under are free. For further information, click here. |
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Band Auxiliary Seeks Volunteers
The Lake Park Band Auxiliary is seeking volunteers for open board seats and a variety of committees. The Auxiliary is the parent fundraising arm for the LP Marching Band, Winter Guard, Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble. If your student is involved in any of these programs at Lake Park High School, the Band Auxiliary welcomes you to join our group and become a parent volunteer! Board openings include the positions of Secretary and Treasurer. Both seats require attendance at the monthly board meetings and select special meetings during the course of the school year. We are also seeking volunteers to fill the roles of Alumni Committee Chair and Recruiting Committee Chair. For further information about these positions, please contact LPBA Board President Kathy Miller at 630-660-5604 or email her at kmiller@hstmaterials.com. The Band Auxiliary is also in need of parent volunteers throughout the course of the band seasons. For example, male chaperones are needed to accompany the 140-member Lake Park Marching Band on overnight trips to out-of-state competitions. Help is also needed for the Lake Park Joust in September, the Equipment Crew, Fundraising Committee, Hospitality Committee, Market Day and Newsletter committees. We can match you to an ideal volunteer position of your choice, depending upon your skill, interest and time availability. For further information or to volunteer, contact Volunteer Coordinator Julie Wawczak at 630-529-1806 or email her at tjbwawczak@aol.com. Volunteering for the Lake Park Band Auxiliary gives you the opportunity to not only meet your child's fellow band students, but to make new friends in the Lake Park community. |
School Store News
Did you know we have a school store at both East and West campuses? The Lake Park Athletic Boosters coordinate and staff the store, carrying basic school supplies and also spirit wear. Both stores are located near the cafeteria and operate on the following schedules: East Campus - Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays with the exception of the month of August (when it's also open on Fridays). It's open during all lunch periods (10 AM -1 PM). West Campus - Open every Friday during lunch periods. Click here to view Lake Park spirit wear items. Take a look because there are many new designs. Spirit wear is also sold in the school store at both campuses, at Curriculum Nights and at all home football games. |
| Athletic Booster Fundraiser
Have fun while helping out the Lake Park Athletic Booster Club! The Texas Hold 'em Poker Fund Raiser for the Lake Park Athletic Booster Club will be held on Tuesday, August 27 from 2pm until midnight at the Poplar Creek Bowling Center, 2354 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates.
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Choral Parents Form New Group
The Lake Park Choral Parents Association (LPCPA) was formed last fall and is dedicated to promoting and supporting the choral programs and activities of Lake Park students and staff. The group welcomes all choral parents and friends to help with manpower, ideas, and involvement. For more information, email info@lakeparkchoir.org. |
Boys' Soccer Team
The Lake Park boys' soccer team is selling tickets to the Chicago Fire game against the New England Revolution on Saturday, September 14. They are doing this so they can play a game at Toyota Park, the Chicago Fire's home stadium, against St. Ignatius High School on Sunday, September 29 at 2 pm. If you're interested in purchasing a ticket, please contact coach Anthony Passi at apassi@lphs.org |
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