The LP Link is published bi-weekly during the school year to highlight the latest districtwide news and events at Lake Park High School. Contact Sherri Anderson, Director of Communications, if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions for content.
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Spotlight on Lake Park's Building Leadership Team |
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Each month, the LP Link will spotlight an area of District focus with the goal of sharing valuable information and resources with our school community. This month introduces the newest members of Lake Park's leadership team for 2023-2024.
The District began an exciting new chapter on July 1, 2023, when the campuses returned to a two-principal model. With the Board of Education's unanimous appointment, Dr. Sean Potts became the East Campus Principal and Dr. Alexia Ellett became the West Campus Principal. Both instructional leaders are dedicated to building strong relationships, knowledgeable about many facets of education, and passionate about serving the Lake Park community for many years to come. |
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Joining the team are three new Assistant Principals:
AP for Instruction (East Campus)
A Lancer for over two decades, Pia Laudadio joined the World Languages department in 2000 and served as Curriculum Leader for the past 14 years.
AP for Student Services (East Campus)
Bringing a wealth of experience in student services, Melinda Perez-Carter is a bilingual Spanish-speaker who served as a social worker, dean of students, and AP for over 20 years in Schaumburg District 54.
AP for Student Services (West Campus)
Jeff Henrikson has been a strong Lake Park teacher, leader, coach, and all-around advocate for the Lancer community since 2014. He served as the Curriculum Leader for PE, Driver Education, and Health as well as head coach for girls golf and assistant coach for girls basketball.
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Joining the team are two new Directors:
Director of Safety and Security
Ed Borgstrom brings 28 years experience as a police officer during which he also served as a DARE instructor and a school resource officer. For the past two years, he served LP as a safety monitor.
Director of Technology and Analytics
Bradley Dizonno fills a restructured position that focuses on technology, data systems and analysis, and program evaluation. In education since 2012, he served as an AP in Arbor Park District 145 for the last 4 years.
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A Night of Fútbol & Football
Meet the Principals at an informal "meet and greet" during the doubleheader.
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The Lancer community is cordially invited to an informal "Meet and Greet" with the Principals and leadership team during the first ever soccer-football doubleheader at West Campus tonight, Friday, August 25. Stop by to welcome the Principals to their new roles, enjoy some light refreshments, and help cheer on the Lancers.
Schedule of events:
.....5:00 p.m. Varsity Boys Soccer vs. Jefferson High School
.....6:45 to 7:30 p.m. "Meet and Greet" with the Principals
.....7:00 p.m. Fall Athletic Recognition
.....7:30 p.m. Varsity Football vs. Conant High School
The District began an exciting new chapter on July 1, 2023, when the campuses returned to a two-principal model. Whether you are already familiar with Dr. Sean Potts (East Campus) and Dr. Alexia Ellett (West Campus), or this will be your first time meeting them, make plans to visit the Lake Park tent just past the stadium ticket booth and across from the Athletics Boosters spirit wear tables. All are welcome!
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First Semester Safety Week
Lancers to practice safety drills during the week of August 28-September 1.
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This past week, teachers have spent time reviewing the safety practices and protocols for evacuation, severe weather, and active threat procedures in each classroom. During the week of Monday, August 28 through Friday, September 1, Lancers will have the opportunity to apply what they have learned by participating in emergency drills. Parents/Guardians will receive more information next week.
All of these important safety components contribute to Lake Park’s “See Something, Say Something” campaign, which encourages reporting information regarding student concerns, bullying behavior, or information regarding anyone who appears to be a threat to themselves or others by calling or texting the District Tip Line at (630) 250-6039. In addition to banners hung throughout the campuses with this information, the back of student ID cards contains contact information as well as a QR code to submit tips electronically.
Thank you for your continued partnership and understanding that safety and communication are shared responsibilities.
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Lake Park's New Post-Secondary Planning Tool
Counseling department introduces new college and career platform this year.
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Lake Park High School is excited to transition from Xello to SchooLinks this year! SchooLinks is a college and career readiness platform to prepare students for life after graduation. SchooLinks helps students discover their interests and strengths, explore colleges and careers, and create a personal graduation plan that best reflects their post-secondary goals.
Students can log in to SchooLinks using the LPHS Google accounts. The first time a student logs in, they will be guided through the onboarding process. Once a student has accessed their account, parents and guardians can create an account to view their student’s progress. Watch this video and read this document to learn more about how to create your account.
Students are welcome to access and explore SchooLinks on their own, but there will also be counselor-led lessons for each grade level throughout the fall (see schedule below) to introduce students to the program and complete important post-secondary planning tasks. The Lancer Period lessons for the months of December, February, and April are also focused on using SchooLinks for career and college planning.
.....9/5/23-9/8/23 - English classes - Seniors
.....9/25/23-9/29/23 - Social Studies classes - Freshmen
.....11/6/23-11/10/23 - English classes - Sophomores
.....11/13/23-11/17/23 - Social Studies - Juniors
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New School Year, New Opportunities
Recent activities fair showcased opportunities for student involvement.
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This week, Lancers had the opportunity to participate in an Activities Fair to learn about the wide variety of club offerings and ways students can get involved. In addition to information available during lunch periods and the after-school fair hosted at East Campus, students were emailed resources to reference as well as an interest form to complete.
Visit the Activities Fair page on the Activities website to access these resources, along with other Activities-related information and announcements. |
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Dual Credit Opportunity
Students can register for this free orientation hosted by College of DuPage.
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Lancers are invited to register for The Dual Credit Student Orientation that will be hosted on Thursday, September 7 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at College of DuPage (COD). The Dual Credit program allows high school students the opportunity to enroll in a college-level course and gain high school and college credit after completing the course. Students are able to get a jumpstart on earning college credit and at no cost.
The orientation is a free and exciting introduction to the Dual Credit program at COD. Dual Credit students and parents/guardians can learn important information about the program and discover student services that are available.
- Admissions and Outreach
- Student Life
- Access and Accommodations
- Learning Commons
- Library
- Attend a tour of the main campus
- Get your college student ID
If you have additional questions or concerns, email dualcredit@cod.edu or call (630) 942-2880. |
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Community Connection: Glenbard Parent Series
Lancer families can participate in free, virtual workshops throughout the year.
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The Glenbard Parent Series is an educational consortium dedicated to presenting distinguished high-profile authors, clinicians, and educators who share their research-based knowledge and experiences. The mission is to enhance students' social and emotional learning, encourage responsible decision-making, foster positive growth, and development, and promote respectful relationships as we encourage conversation around the opportunities and issues facing families today. GPS is a resource for parents, educators, students, and community members to foster real-world skills and traits to help students be better prepared for college, the workforce, and life.
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Important Dates:
Sept. 4..........................Labor Day (Offices Closed)
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