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Lakehill Preparatory School
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The Warrior Weekly
Volume 12, Issue 4
September 19, 2019
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You Can #FuelWarriorFutures
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Giving Day has arrived, and with the kick-off of the Warrior Fund! Your support will #FuelWarriorFutures, propelling students to greatness. Make an impact and help our students realize their full potential by
making a gift to the Warrior Fund
.
The
Warrior Fund
supports everything from labs to libraries to LEGO Robotics. But those are just the obvious things. Your gifts make amazing things possible every day. By supporting the
Warrior Fund
, you give our students the opportunity to realize their goals and dreams, and to gain the academic and social foundation they need to be leaders in whatever area they choose.
There are plenty of ways to support Lakehill through the Warrior Fund. Monthly Giving, pledging to give later in the year, and giving through your corporate program are all options. Make sure to check on matching gifts!
Your donations to the
Warrior Fund
create transformational experiences for students and help facilitate programs that impact our community.
Everyone who makes a donation or pledge by midnight, Monday, September 23, will be entered into Lakehill's first Warrior Fund prize drawing!
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Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Recognize Volunteers
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Students in grades 5-12 who have made a difference by volunteering in their community over the past year could win $1,000 and a trip to Washington, D.C., next May by applying for a Prudential Spirit of Community Award. Even more importantly, they could win recognition that might inspire other people to follow their example.
To apply, click on the "How to Apply" link, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Once you have completed your online application, go to the "Certification" page to either e-mail certification instructions to Ms. Ekstrom, or to print them out and hand deliver them to her. This must be done by November 5, 2019.
The Awards Committee will then select a Local Honoree for both Middle School and Upper School and nominate them for state-level judging.
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Lakehill Celebrates Homecoming Week
September 23-27
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Homecoming Week is September 23-27. During the week-long celebration, every day is a Spirit Day. Each day has a different theme - students and faculty members are encouraged to dress up and join in the fun!
Monday - Jersey Day
Tuesday - Character Day
Wednesday - Parent-Teacher Conferences (no school)
Thursday - Pajama Day
Friday - Warrior Spirit Day
Adding to the excitement are a Student Council-sponsored, Hollywood-themed, Homecoming Dance, Tribe meetings, a spirited pep rally for the whole school, and food, fun, and football at the Homecoming Game.
Lakehill families are encouraged to attend the
Homecoming Pep Rally on September 27, at 9:30 a.m. in the gym. A Coffee will be held for alumni following the Pep Rally at 10:20 a.m. Then, on Friday night, alumni are invited for a pre-game dinner at 6:00 p.m. on the Alumni Patio at the Warrior Athletic Complex.
The Varsity Football team plays Lone Star High School at 7:00 p.m. Fans will enjoy traditional half-time activities with the introduction of the court and crowning of the Homecoming Queen.
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Show your Warrior Spirit and attend all the home volleyball or football games. One pass is good for admission to all home games for the entire family.
A Volleyball pass is $140 and a Football pass is $80.
Passes are available from Michelle Crow.
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The Spirit Shop
Show your Warrior spirit with great new styles and classic favorites!
The Spirit Shop is open on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 7:45-8:45 a.m. and Monday, Thursday, and Friday afternoons from 2:45-3:45 p.m.
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Need help navigating the Lakehill website? Each week, we will give you a closer look at an important section. This week, take a look at the Parents tab, found on the top navigation bar.
Here is what you will find:
Parents - The Parents landing page offers a variety of up-to-date information, from informational flyers to Summer Information Packets.
Tabs include Policies and Procedures (with links to Academic Handbooks, Dress Code, and Student Accident Insurance), Parent Faculty Club (with information on officers, volunteer positions, and upcoming activities), and After School Care.
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Who's New?
Lakehill Welcomes Julie Gore
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Julie Gore
joins the Lakehill faculty this year, teaching seventh and eighth grade English. She also serves as an Eighth Grade Class Sponsor.
She is originally from Forest City, a small town in North Carolina halfway between Charlotte and Asheville. Prior to coming to Lakehill, she and her husband lived in Lubbock for three years before their most recent move to Fort Worth. They have also lived in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Minnesota, and Georgia.
She received her Bachelor of Arts in Social Science Education from Elon University in North Carolina and a Masters in Middle Grades Education from Appalachian State University.This year marks her 22nd year of teaching.
Gore teaches enjoys the challenge of researching new lessons and creative ways to share material. "The best part of my job is getting to know my students and new co-workers. I always enjoy my students' sense of humor."
She is devoted to her three Labrador Retrievers: Dixie and Jenna, nine-year-old black labs, and Ruger, a two-year-old chocolate lab. The "dawgs" even have their own Instagram account.
She is looking forward to getting to know all of the eighth grade students this year. "I’m thrilled to be here at Lakehill and want families to know that I am committed to helping their child receive a great education."
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Senior Spotlight: National Junior Honor Society Highlights Lakehill's Soon-to-be Graduates
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In an effort to reveal the hidden talents, personalities, and accomplishments of Lakehill's most experienced students, the National Junior Honor Society presents:
NJHS Spotlight on Seniors
This week's senior: Lindsey Evans
Lindsey Evans has attended Lakehill since ninth grade and has been involved in numerous activities.
She has managed basketball and participated in theater, Sisteens, Sticker Club, Spanish Club, National Honor Society, and more. Her favorite class is Film Appreciation with Mr. G.
Lindsey balances work, school, and two teen boards (Heroes for Children and THANKs). She has been recognized for her service to the community with the President’s Volunteer Service Award and as a Prudential Spirit of Community local honoree. Her many awards also include Academic Excellence in Chemistry, the Headmaster's Honor List Award, and Honorable Mention for the National Spanish Exam. Outside of school, she enjoys swimming.
Lindsey will miss her teachers and fellow students at Lakehill, but is looking forward to the future. She plans to study forensic chemistry at the University of Central Oklahoma.
Her advice to young Warriors is, "Rather than worrying about grades, focus on learning and the grades will improve."
By Anna Knickel, ninth grade
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Varsity and JV Volleyball
The Varsity and JV teams are almost halfway through district play as both teams split games this week against Covenant and Dallas Lutheran.
The JV team battled valiantly against Covenant on September 16, but came up short in two sets. The team took on Dallas Lutheran on September 17, and won in three exciting sets to a packed crowd. The team was led by freshman
Hannah Reister with strong serving runs against Covenant and net play against Lutheran.
The Varsity team took Covenant down in straight sets, but was defeated in five close sets against Lutheran. Playing short-handed, middle blockers
Kathryn Mahan and
Lynley Waggoner stepped in and played six rotations providing several digs on defense.
The team returns to action on September 24, at Yavneh before they host Heritage Christian on September 26. The Varsity team is currently tied for second in district standings and is 15-5 overall on the season.
Middle School Volleyball
The Middle School Blue team traveled to Zion on September 12, and lost in straight sets before beating Dallas Lutheran on September 17, in three sets. The D1 team also beat Dallas Lutheran in three exciting sets. There will be a Middle School triple header at home on Thursday, September 19. The Green team will take on Garland Christian at 4:30 p.m. followed by the Blue and D1 teams against Dallas Covenant at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., respectively.
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Varsity and Middle School Football
The Varsity Football team defeated Ovilla Christian, 54-8, on September 14, and are now the number two ranked team in TAPPS Division 1.
Ryan Henry and
Mitchell Crow led the way on offense with several big plays throughout the game.
Tristin Leach and
Gaige McKnight dominated the line of scrimmage and held Ovilla to less than 100 yards of total offense. The team will have its last bye week this week, then a tough match-up against Gainesville Lone Star North during Lakehill's Homecoming on September 27.
The Middle School team kicked off their season on September 12, at home against Irving Universal. The game ended in a 27-27 tie.
Jack Widhalm was a force on offense and defense. Big plays on offense by
RJ Yttredahl and
Austin Boothe kept the Warriors in the game.
The team will be at home against Fellowship Academy on September 19, at 5:00 p.m.
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Varsity Cross Country
Three members of the Varsity Cross Country team competed on September 14, in the Decatur Assault of Eagle Summit, a grueling course with several long, steep hills and an uphill run to the finish.
Ellis Meyer and
Cullen McCaleb ran solid races, while
Blake Perry finished with a new personal record. The Varsity and Middle School teams compete on Saturday, September 21, at the Lovejoy Cross Country Festival in McKinney.
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September 19
Giving Day
Make an impact by donating to Lakehill on Giving Day.
September 19-21
Upper School Biology Trip (9th and 11th Grades)
September 20
Middle School Fall Social, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
September 23
Progress Reports
Tribe Meetings, 9:25 - 10:15 a.m.
September 23-24
Health Screenings
September 23-27
Homecoming Spirit Week
September 25
Parent-Teacher Conferences (Student Holiday)
Parent-Teacher Conferences are Wednesday, September 25, from 8:00 a.m. - noon and 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Online scheduling begins Tuesday, September 17, at 8:00 a.m. and ends Monday, September 23, at midnight. To begin scheduling, click on the
PTC Wizard Link
. Follow the detailed instructions that were emailed on September 16.
September 27
Homecoming Pep Rally, 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.
Alumni Coffee and Tour, 10:20 a.m.
Alumni Homecoming Dinner, 6:00 p.m.
Homecoming Game, 7:00 p.m.
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Lakehill Preparatory School
2720 Hillside Drive, Dallas, Texas 75214-3428
Phone: (214) 826-2931
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