Click 2019-2020 Calendar for the complete district calendar.

MAR
2-6   Say Something Week
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2  Concert Orchestra Cafe Soli
NC Student Cafeteria , 7pm
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4   Free Girls' Athletic Physicals
SC H102, 3:15pm
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6-7  Spring Operation Snowball Weekend
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7  KOH Dance
NC Student Cafeteria, 7-10pm
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9  Board of Education Special Meeting
NC 103, 7pm
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11  South Campus Spring Athletic Team Pictures
SC Gyms 3-4, 3:20-6pm
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11  Grading Practices Parent Forum
SC PAC, 7pm
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12   LT Scholarship Application Deadline
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12-13   Donna Mavros Theatre Festival
SC PAC, 7pm
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13   Third Quarter Ends
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14   Mr. LT Pageant
Reber Center,  7pm
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15   LaDama: A Women's Showcase
Reber Center, Noon-2pm


WLTL 88.1 raised a grand total of $26,856 at its weekend Rock-a-Thon. After months of planning and preparation, the station broadcasted for a  total of 88.1 continuous hours. LTTV also streamed video live over the internet and cable.

Pledges will be used to p urchase a new broadcast antenna, broadcast software, as well as studio equipment.
LT successfully defended its "Cool School" title for the 8th consecutive year in the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics of Illinois. A total of 37 students and three staff members took the plunge recently at Northwestern University's beach in Evanston. 

The 2020 Polar Plunge Team raised over $22,572 bringing the total funds raised to over $125,000 since 2013. LT Aviation teacher Dave Root claimed the "Golden Plunger" for being the top individual fundraiser for the 3rd consecutive year with a 2020 total of $3,616. The top student fundraiser on LT's Team was junior Andrew Cmelo who brought in $2,775.
 
Get ready for that closet refresh! Boosters will be hosting an online Spring Fling Sale March 2-6. To purchase new and spirited items, log on to www.ltboosters.com.

BoosterWear will also be sold March 7 from 8am-1pm at the Solo & Ensemble Festival in the South Campus Pool Lobby. 

The 2020 Census informs funding for the things our community needs to help students learn and grow. Learn more about community funding at Census 2020.
February 28, 2020

PRACTICE EVERYDAY PRECAUTIONS TO WARD OFF VIRUS

District administration is monitoring the Coronavirus outbreak in China and has been in contact with the  Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to identify any preventative measures we can put in place to protect our students and staff.  

Currently IDPH does not have additional recommendations for this virus above and beyond the measures we have in place to prevent the spread of influenza, but we will continue to work closely with them as they learn more about the virus and potentially have additional recommendations.

As always, we continue to follow CDC recommendations to prevent any infection of a respiratory virus, including:
* Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
* Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
* Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
* Stay home when sick.
* Cough or sneeze into an elbow or use a tissue and place immediately in the trash.
* Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

Click Coronavirus FAQ for additional information.
EVENING PARENT GRADING FORUM SCHEDULED 3/11

As the proposed grading practice changes take shape, parents and their students are encouraged to attend a Grading Practices Evening Parent Forum at 7pm Wednesday, March 11, in the South Campus Performing Arts Center . The forum will include a presentation detailing why and how the grading changes came about.
SUMMER FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS APPROVED 
construction
The Board of Education recently approved approximately $2.2 million in capital improvements, the majority of which will take place over the summer. 

Projects include: 
Roof replacement: The roof over South Campus A-wing is nearly 30 years old and at the end of its useful life. The A-wing roof is one of many that need replacement. A Districtwide Facility Study estimates that nearly $6 million in roof replacement is needed and will be phased in over the next 10 years. Total: $546,740

Unit-Vent and Air-Handler Replacement Project: The 53-year-old air-handling units in the attic above the  North Campus   Upper North Gym will be replaced, and 12 unit-vents in the South Campus B-Wing will also be replaced. There are currently eight AC-ready unit-vents in B-wing, and the entire wing is piped for air conditioning. This work was done several years ago as part of the district's ongoing effort to responsibly include air conditioning equipment when time, space and budget allows. This summer, 12 additional AC-ready unit-vents will be installed so that a total of 20 B-wing classrooms will be equipped for air-conditioning. Total: $680,000. Please note that in order for the AC-ready section of B-wing to be air-conditioned, the unit-vents have to tie into a chiller. The mechanical engineering needed for the chiller is currently in the works and bids will go out later this year. Depending on final costs (estimated at $800,000), scope and timing, 20 of the B-wing classrooms should be fully air-conditioned by the spring of 2021.

General Remodeling Project: This project includes the renovation of a science lab at North Campus, carpet replacement in the North Campus Main Office, ceiling and lighting replacement in the Upper North Gymnasium at North Campus and replacement of the electronic marquee at South Campus. Total: $876,600  

Asbestos removal: Associated with the mechanical replacements, asbestos removal includes insulation on the air-handlers at North Campus, the tile under the unit-vents at South Campus and removal and demolition involved with renovating the science lab at North Campus. Total: $44,375
COLLEGE CAREER CENTER TO HOST LUNCH AND LEARN 
The College and Career Center will host a number of "Lunch and Learn" sessions for juniors and seniors. These sessions will focus on topics of interest for both college and careers. Students can attend during their study/lunch time. 
 
March 5: Trades and union programs: Johnetta Ryan from CISCO will explain opportunities available for students interested in becoming union apprentices and the application process.
 
March 19: Financial Aid: Aliyah White from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission will explain financial aid, FAFSA and college award letters.
 
March 31: Essay Writing Workshop: Lindsay Wander from WorldWise Tutoring will hold an essay writing workshop and explain how to best answer the prompts on the Common Application. RECOMMENDED FOR JUNIORS.
 
April 3: Social and Criminal Justice: The Dean of Justice Studies from Roger Williams University will discuss majors and careers in Social and Criminal Justice.
 
Students can sign up for any or all of these events by logging onto their Naviance account. Click on "Colleges," then "Research" then "Visits." Lunch and Learns will be in black type. Most programs will be held in the College and Career Center, so there will be a limit per study period. Essay writing will be held in the Reber Center.  
COLOR GUARD, POMS  TAKE STATE BY STORM
For the first time in LT history, the Winter Guard was named state champions in the AAA Tall Flags competition at the Illinois Drill Team Association's 41 st  State Finals.

The Tall Flag category requires the use of any flag with a staff longer than 3.5 feet as the focal point of the performance. A combination of movements with simultaneous flag work and a routine that creates memorable visual effects and excitement to the viewer are part of the judging criteria.

In addition, senior Kaila Baker took 2nd place in the State Miss/Mr. IDTA/Flag soloist category. As a soloist, any style of flag may be used in a 1.5-2 minute routine. A soloist must receive a qualifying score of 80% to proceed to the Miss/Mr. IDTA/Flag Finals.  Baker performed a piece by Pentatonix, which she choreographed herself. 

At the same IDTA competition, for the third consecutive year, the LT Varsity Poms were crowned State champions in the AAA Lyrical Dance category. They also placed 4 th overall in the Pom/Dance category. The Junior Varsity Poms squad took 2nd in State in the AAA Lyrical Dance category as well.
SURPRISE BIRTHDAY MAKE-A-WISH FOR LT STUDENT
Freshman Mackenzie Ludolph-Koukola was granted a wish during a surprise visit from the Make-a-Wish Foundation on her 15th birthday. She and her family will be bound for the theme parks in sunny Florida come April.

Last summer, Mackenzie was diagnosed with leukemia and spent months undergoing tests, treatments and thankfully, recovery.

During one of her hospital visits, she was introduced to Make-A-Wish through a social worker on her medical team. Make-A-Wish volunteers came to get to know her and guide her on her wish journey.

In just a few weeks, Mackenzie will have her wish granted. She and her family will be flown to Florida where they will  visit Walt Disney World's Star Wars Galaxy's Edge. While there, Mackenzie will create her own custom lightsaber at a secret workshop. She'll also have time to visit  The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at  Universal Studios and Sea World .

Mackenzie is one of about 700 children who will be granted a wish in Illinois this year. To qualify, a child must have a critical illness and be between the ages of 2½ and 18.
SCHOLASTIC BOWL TEAM FINISHES 4TH
The Scholastic Bowl Team recently competed at the Class 3A Masonic Academic Bowl Sectional Tournament at Fenton High School.  LT played six matches against other high schools in the area. Matches include toss-up and bonus questions for a variety of topics, including history, science, literature, and fine arts. LT placed 4th at the tournament.

Congratulations to LT's 4 th  place finishers:
Will Houston - Junior, Steven O'Donohue - Senior, Mikayla Szot - Freshman, Joshua Thompson - Junior and Henry Turcotte - Junior