American Education Week 2017
Celebrating Lake Park educators, staff and Board members.
This month provides a number of special occasions to give thanks and demonstrate gratitude for members of Lake Park's school community. Next week commences the annual recognition of
American Education Week, which is designed to celebrate public education and honor individuals who are making a difference in ensuring every child receives a quality education. Established by the National Education Association, this recognition has been celebrated for over nine decades. Thank you to Lake Park educators and staff members who contribute every day and are committed to teaching and learning.
Furthermore, next week will provide an opportunity for Lake Park to thank our elected officials and provide recognition as "School Board Members Day" will be celebrated statewide on
Wednesday, November 15. This annual designation was created to thank the nearly 6,000 elected school board members in Illinois and build a stronger relationship between school board members and the community. Special thanks to
Lake Park's Board of Education members who volunteer their time, serve with passion, demonstrate fiscal responsibility and model best practices of leadership.
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American English to Perform Tonight
Concert benefits American Legion Post 1084.
Once again, Lake Park is honored to partner with American Legion Post 1084 in Roselle to sponsor a Veterans Benefit Concert in the West Campus auditorium on Friday, November 10. To help raise funds to support Veterans programs, Post 1084 will host a concert featuring the popular Beatles tribute band American English.
Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for students with an ID; all proceeds benefit Post 1084's Veterans Programs. These programs include, "Gifts to the Yanks" which provides comfort items to veterans in local nursing homes; Operation Comfort Warrior that supports wounded soldiers and their families; and the Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans. Advance tickets can be purchased at the American Legion or when the doors open at 6:00 p.m. The concert begins at 7:00 p.m. tonight.
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Thespians Take on Challenging Roles
Final performances to be staged this weekend.
Following a successful opening night of
Close Ties
, the curtain rises again on this contemporary play at
7:00 p.m. tonight and tomorrow, November 10-11 at the East Campus Dice Auditorium.
Sometimes painful, sometimes humorous,
Close Ties
portrays the complexity of relationships faced every day.
Admission is $5 for adults; $3 for non-Lake Park students; and senior citizens and Lake Park students are free. Tickets can be purchased at the door the evening of the performance. For more information, contact (630) 295-5313 or
[email protected]
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National Letter of Intent Signing, State Spirit March
Student athletes commit to college athletics, cross country runner competes in IHSA State.
Congratulations to four Lancer student athletes who participated in National Letter of Intent signing day on Wednesday, November 8. Lake Park students and their families attended a recognition ceremony that included highlights of their individual accomplishments and signing an official commitment to play collegiate athletics at the following schools:
- Zach Aehlert, Baseball, Belmont Abbey
- Anthony DeConcilis, Baseball, University of Illinois at Springfield
- Jen Hauser, Swimming, Virginia Tech
- Carson Vance, Basketball, University of Illinois at Springfield
Congratulations to 2-time IHSA State Qualifier Colin Kirkham who competed in the Class 3A Boys Cross Country State meet at Detweiller Park in Peoria on Saturday, November 4. Colin finished his Lancer running career by placing 73rd with an overall time of 15:18, a lighting quick pace of 5:05.8 per mile!
The boys cross country program is led by Head Coach Lance Murphy and
Assistant Coach Tim Layer
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Holiday Festival of Music
Reserve your tickets early for this annual holiday performance.
Next month, the Lake Park High School Band and Choir Programs will present the annual Holiday Festival of Music on
Tuesday, December 5. A special tradition of the event includes inviting all Lake Park choral alumni to come on stage and sing Handel's "Hallelujah!" Sheet music will be provided.
Reserve your tickets early for this crowd favorite event that sells out every year. Please note the the number of general admission pre-sale tickets is limited to four per student or community member.
The joint performance begins at 7:00 p.m. in the West Campus Auditorium, and doors open at 6:00 p.m. for first-come, first-served seating. Ticket prices are $3 for adults, $2 students (other high schools and college), and free for senior citizens, Lake Park students and children under 13.
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Improvedy Takes Center Stage
Fundraiser unites students and staff for laughs.
Join students and staff members who will participate in the quick-paced, laugh out loud "Improvedy" with an 80's twist on
Friday, November 17
.
This annual faculty vs. thespians improv show starts at 7:00 p.m. and will be hosted on stage in the East Campus Dice Auditorium.
With new and veteran members on both teams, the event promises to be another great night at the theatre. Admission is $5.00 and the proceeds will benefit the
American Red Cross Hurricane Relief.
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SAT Test Prep Course
Registration deadline is Friday, December 15.
In preparation for the SAT test dates available next spring for juniors, Lake Park High School will offer a course beginning in
January 2018
to develop study skills to improve SAT scores. In addition to English, reading and mathematics preparation, the course emphasizes test-taking strategies and techniques. Students will gain exposure to SAT testing situations, practice and remediation, and explanations of SAT questions and answer choices.
The Illinois State Board of Education is committed to assessing students through the SAT
.
More importantly for students, the SAT is universally accepted as a college entrance exam for universities nationwide. Lake Park's SAT prep course is designed to help students improve the skills needed to raise their SAT scores.
Although the College Board provides preparatory materials online, this course is beneficial to students because it provides an authentic and interactive learning experience with detailed class instruction, textbooks and supplemental materials, and an intensive review session prior to the administration of the SAT at Lake Park High School on
April 10, 2018.
The Lake Park High School Educational Foundation provides a limited number of scholarships to students whose families have a financial need. If your student wishes to apply for a scholarship, contact Sheila Finstein at (630) 295-5321 or
[email protected].
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Roselle Kicks Off the Holiday Season
Lancer carolers featured among the holiday entertainment.
Join the Village of Roselle, the Roselle Public Library, and the businesses along Roselle's Main Street on
Saturday, November 25 to kick off the holiday season and
support Small Business Saturday. Celebrate the Season will be hosted by the Roselle Public Library at 1:00 p.m. Santa Claus and Rose Queen Shana Abraham (2017 Lake Park graduate) will arrive to greet the children at 2:00 p.m.
Following Santa's arrival by fire truck, the 2nd Annual Cocoa Crawl will begin from the library and continue up and down Roselle's Main Street. The Cocoa Crawl provides an opportunity for families to visit Roselle's local businesses for cocoa, treats, and other specials on Small Business Saturday, which falls annually on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Beloved characters from Disney's
Frozen, Elsa and Anna, will be at the Cocoa Crawl for photo opportunities and autographs as well.
Lake Park's very own choral students will be among the entertainment provided in the Civic Plaza at the corner of Main and Prospect Streets with a performance scheduled from
2:30 to 2:50 p.m. Commemorative Cocoa Crawl mugs will be sold at the event for $5, with proceeds benefiting the Roselle Police Department's "Stuff the Pig" holiday hams fundraiser.
A Community Tree will be located in the Civic Plaza. Families may bring an ornament from home or make one at the American Legion Hall during the event to place on the Community Tree, which will be lit at the conclusion of the Cocoa Crawl.
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Night of Fine Dining & Theatre
Tickets on sale now for this annual holiday tradition.
Guests will enjoy an elegant 4-course holiday dinner prepared by Lake Park culinary students and reserved seating for the holiday classic,
Miracle on 34th Street. Guests can also bid on a wide array of silent auction items throughout the dinner. Tickets are $35 per person and include dinner and the play.
Reserve your tickets today!
Join the LPEF as they welcome special host and emcee for the evening: Roman from US99's Stylz & Roman! Justin Roman is a Lake Park graduate and a 2013 Distinguished Alumni award recipient.
The LPEF is seeking in-kind donations for its silent auction that evening. Items such as restaurant and entertainment gift certificates, sports memorabilia, and travel accommodations are being sought.
Learn more about donating to the silent auction.
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Lake Park Report Card Now Available
School and district results are posted online.
The Illinois State Board of Education recently released the annual school and district report cards. Presented in both an
"At-a-Glance" and
interactive format, the report card information collected during the prior school year includes data from test scores, student and teacher demographics, enrollment, district-level financial information, graduation rates, postsecondary enrollment and some additional new categories. An annual informational snapshot, t
he Report Card allows schools and districts to look at their own performance from year to year and to identify areas of strength and opportunity.
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Lake Park Educational Foundation Releases Annual Report 
Publication highlights successes from 2016-17 school year.
The Lake Park Educational Foundation is grateful for the support from Lake Park staff, parents, retirees, local businesses and the community. Each year, the Foundation seeks to enhance its efforts in making a difference at Lake Park High School and celebrate those whose generosity has allowed the Foundation to continue providing quality opportunities and educational experiences in support of this mission.
LPEF hopes that you will enjoy reading the 2016-2017 Annual Report, which shows various ways the work of the Foundation aids the students, faculty, staff, and members of the Lake Park school community.
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