Hello LTHS Families,

It’s hard to believe we are over half way through the school year already. With the winter sports seasons and activities wrapping up and spring sports and events right around the corner, the end of the school year will be here before we know it. The students and teachers have been doing some pretty amazing things around here and they continue to impress as they KEEP MOVING FORWARD through the 2022/2023 school year.

Sincerely,

Dr. Matthew Reitz, Principal

Loyalsock Township High School

Mr. Jamie Yonkin, Assistant Principal

Loyalsock Township High School

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3/1 - Art Night 7:00 PM in MS/HS Cafeteria

3/8 - School Board Meeting

3/10 - MP 3 Progress Reports Issued

3/11 - SAT Testing

3/17 - Early Dismissal @ 12:25 PM

3/17 - 3/19 - LTHS Presents "Sister Act"

Raise the Region® takes place on March 8-9, 2023 and is a unique 30-hour online giving campaign. This gives community members an opportunity to support our local nonprofits by helping them raise as much money as possible! Donations from this strategic and unified effort will support our local nonprofits in addressing the increasing needs of our region. Your contribution will help them in creating more vibrant communities and ultimately help our North Central Pennsylvania region thrive!

We encourage you to please consider supporting The Lancer Foundation during Raise the Region!

The Lancer Foundation was incorporated in 1992 to support the educational mission of the Loyalsock Township School District. In 2011, The Lancer Foundation was expanded to allow broad support for the academics, music, art, athletics, and other areas of student achievement. Our present projects include Mini-Grant Programs, Scholarship Programs, Capital Improvement Projects and Distinguished Alumni.

You can click here to read more about The Lancer Foundation and Raise the Region and to make your donation!

The Lycoming Law Association is pleased to announce the details regarding the 2023 Law Day Essay and Art Contest. Cash prizes will be awarded to multiple winning entries, including a top prize for the Best Essay and Best Art entries. This year’s theme is: “Cornerstones of Democracy: Civics, Civility, and Collaboration.” All entries are property of the Lycoming Law Association and are subject to public presentation, display and/or viewing.

Essay Contest (choice of three essay topics):

Grades K-5 – Not to exceed 300 words

• What is the role of education and your teacher in making a successful democracy?
• Explain what individual Americans can do to strengthen the cornerstones of democracy?
• If civics, civility and collaboration are three cornerstones of democracy, identify a fourth cornerstone.

Grades 6-12 – Not to exceed 1,000 words

• How does the media promote or inhibit civility in our society?
• Explain what individual Americans can do to strengthen the cornerstones of democracy?
• If civics, civility and collaboration are three cornerstones of democracy, identify a fourth cornerstone.

Art Contest: Art projects can be about anything related to this year’s Law Day Theme. Art projects include posters, dioramas, videos, poems, creative writings, photography, songs etc. Art submissions should not be any larger than 4 feet by 4 feet. Video or song submissions may not exceed five minutes.

Deadline: March 31, 2023, by 12:00PM. All essay entries must be submitted electronically to the Lycoming Law Association via email to MFrey@lycolaw.org. Art entries can be mailed or delivered to the Lycoming Law Association at 25 West Third Street, Suite 803, Williamsport, PA 17701. If a student is unable to submit an essay entry electronically, other arrangements can be made by contacting Michele Frey at 570-323-8287.

Required Coversheet: The coversheet must be included with each entry. Do not place any identifying information on the front of entries. Please click here for coversheet.

Celebration: The winners of the 2023 Law Day Contest are invited to present their essays and art, and collect their cash prizes, at the Lycoming County Law Day Celebration held on May 12, 2023 at 4:00PM in Courtroom #1 at the County Courthouse.

Your student is invited to join us on an upcoming educational travel experience to England in Summer 2024!

When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, and grow more confident. These skills are critical for creating the global citizens of tomorrow, and I would love to have your student join me on this adventure.

Come hear all the details, including the itinerary, activities, academic opportunities, and the cost of our trip at our informational meeting on March 9 at 7:00 P.M.. The meeting will take place at Middle School Room B10.

Please use the link provided to register for the meeting ASAP to save your seat: https://bit.ly/3SdyqiJ.

There are limited spots on this trip, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

If you have any questions, please contact Mr. John Peters at jpeters@loyalsocklancers.org

8020 DRIVER EDUCATION: Combination of 30 hours of theory in the classroom & 6 hours of in car over the road practice driving with instructor and the option of taking the PA junior driver’s license test.

Day(s): HYBRID: Classroom/Virtual learning would be 5 days of 6 hours per day. Over the road training would take place throughout the summer, as well as school year based on student and instructor availability.

Objectives: To provide students with the basic knowledge, skills and understanding of situational (offensive and defensive) driving and lifelong driving.

Description: The course is offered to all grades 9-12. Students will be shown and will practice the I.P.D.E system of driving. Students will learn to Identify, Predict, Decide, and Execute situations involving driving to enable efficient driving habits and awareness. The use of videos, text books, manuals, guest speakers, online authorities, distraction hikes or observations and other medians will be used.

Click here for more details and registration information.

Please join us in congratulating Alexis Whitehead, who was chosen as Loyalsock's second Student of the Quarter for the 2022-23 school year.

The Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce oversees the “Student of the Quarter” program for all of the local districts. The “Student of the Quarter” program is designed to honor students from the local schools for their academic excellence, character, and positive impact on our school district.

As a reminder - Alexis is the second of the three seniors that the LTHS scholarship committee will have the honor of choosing as a "Student of the Quarter" for the 2022-23 school year. Cy Cavanaugh was also named a Student of the Quarter earlier this year. Emma Strickland was chosen as our "Student of the Year" and will be recognized at the Education Celebration on March 2.

Please be sure to congratulate Alexis on this honor when you see her!

Juniors and their families are welcome and encouraged to join us on Thursday, March 30th at 7:00 PM in the Auditorium for a meeting to start planning for Senior Year. Topics covered will include: junior and senior year timelines, graduation requirements, transcripts, college search and applications, financial aid/scholarship information, military options, NCAA, and dual enrollment opportunities.

If you are considering or planning to enroll in college after graduation, the spring of your junior year is typically the first time many students will take the SAT. Loyalsock Township High School currently intends to offer the March 11, May 6, and June 3 SAT administrations. In order to sign up for one or more of these testing dates, you must sign in on College Board's website (www.collegeboard.org) and follow the registration steps. You cannot sign up in the Counseling Office. Registration can only be completed through your account on the College Board website. If you do not have a College Board account, you will need to create one.

The registration deadlines are a month in advance (April 7 for the May SAT, May 4 for the June SAT). With that said, due to the volume of local students who will likely register for one of these exams, it is possible that registration for these testing dates will close prior to their scheduled deadlines. It is highly encouraged that if you plan to take the SAT, you sign up well in advance.

Seniors should monitor the LTHS scholarship page and apply for any opportunities that they are eligible for on this list. More scholarship opportunities will continue to be added throughout the school year. You can click here to find the full list.

Student Council would like to recognize Lucas Pearson for earning the title of Mr. Sock, Carla Thibaud for earning the title of Formal Queen and Scarlet O'Brien for earning the title of Formal Princess.

We would like to introduce you all to Carla Thibaud, 12th grader, who is our International exchange student this school year. Here is some information to help you get to know her a little better:

Hometown: Amboise, France

Favorite french food: crêpes

Favorite class: in America = Spanish, in France= Italian

Extracurricular activity in France: Badminton

Favorite American food: Thanksgiving stuffing and mashed potatoes

Extracurricular activities in LTHS: Cheerleading, Musical

Most memorable experience in the US: Going on a cruise with my host family in the Caribbean

Message to American students: Don’t be afraid ! it might look scary but once you are there you realize it was really not, open your mind to a new culture, language and people, I promise it’s worth it !

Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood.

Tickets went on sale February 17 and can be purchased by visiting www.showtix4u.com/events/LTSD

Seven LTHS students traveled to Austin, TX with 12 other students from the Uptown Music Collective to play at Stubb's BBQ for the annual Kentucky Fried Chicken National Convention and they were a huge hit! The students were Izzy Butters, Abby Colone, Chase Cowden, Duncan Larson, Jossian Lilley, Cassidy Lutz and Luke O'Brien.

Click here to read the full Sun Gazette article.

Please be sure to check out the Lancers Athletics calendar and social media for upcoming playoff and championship information!

Any students planning to play a spring sport should log in to their big teams account and complete the online registration. Please click here to log in. Just a reminder, student accounts have already been created for every student. You can log in to your account using your school email and the password "bigteams". If you have any trouble logging in, please contact Mrs. Butters in the HS Office at 570-326-3581 ext. 1300.

Any students who have participated in a sport this year, will need to log in and sign their Section 8 – Physical Re-Certification forms.

Students will not be permitted to participate in any practices until their registrations are complete.

Track & Field - Matt Hill mhill@loyalsocklancers.org

Baseball - Jimmy Webb jwebb@thelibertygroup.net

Softball - Mark Godfrey mgodfrey@loyalsocklancers.org

Boys Tennis - Bo Meyer

Please be sure to check out the LTSD Athletics Website for all your sports information needs, like schedules, rosters, registration and other important information.

Did you know that if you sign up for a Fan Account, you can sign up to get important notifications for game changes, including time, date and facilities updates sent directly to your email, cell or both. You can also download your favorite team calendars and import them in to your personal calendars, so that you never miss another event (these calendars update automatically when schedule changes occur).

You can click here for instructions on how to set up your Fan Account and start getting alerts and notifications today!

General Athletic Questions can be sent to:

Athletic Director – Ben Lorson blorson@loyalsocklancers.org

Athletic Secretary – Shannon Butters sbutters@loyalsocklancers.org

Please click here for transportation routes this upcoming school year! Contact Mr. Bower, LTSD transportation director, with any questions or visit the website for more information.

Are you a future teacher? If so, Loyalsock Township School District can use you NOW! Through Act 86, you are eligible to substitute teach if you have at least 60 credits.

Find out more by calling 570-323-8561 *1088

To apply for as a Substitute for any of the following positions:

Paraprofessional, Secretary, Food Service Worker, Bus Driver, Van Driver, Traffic Control/Crossing Guard, Custodian/Maintenance

Complete the application and upload the following information in order to be considered as a substitute:

• PA Criminal Background Check (date is within last 60 months)
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Certification (within last 60 months)
• Federal Criminal Background Check (Fingerprinting) (within last 60 months) (Service code: 1KG6XN)
• School Personnel Health Record Form
• T.B. Test Results (within last three months)

Click here to apply.

Seeking an energetic, self-motivated, people-oriented individuals with a desire to work with the district’s custodial department. The applicants must be able to follow both written and verbal directions and must interact effectively with students, staff, and community members. The primary responsibilities include general knowledge of all custodial duties, general building duties and operation of motor vehicles as needed. Additional duties may include grounds keeping, including mowing/trimming grass, preparation of athletic fields, and operation of snow blowers.

This individual shall continually strive toward a relationship with District staff and community that is conducive to the effective implementation of all programs and services. EOE.

All mandated clearances, physical, and TB test results are required prior to employment.

Click here to apply.

School Bus/Van Drivers

(AM and/or PM runs)

Applicants must possess or be willing to acquire Commercial Driver’s License, Class B with S Endorsement.

Rates:

$27 per hour

Extra-curricular/van runs hourly rate $12.25.

All mandated clearances, physical, and TB test results are required prior to employment.

EOE

Click here to apply.

Candidates must be Act 120 certified or a graduate of The Pennsylvania State Police Academy. Successful applicants will provide law enforcement to district schools, protecting employees, students and property in order to create a safe and healthy learning environment.

All mandated clearances, physical, and current TB test results are required prior to employment.

EOE

Click here to apply.

Position will remain open until filled.

Applicants will provide safety for sporting and special events.

All mandated clearances, TB test results and physical are required upon employment.

Apply online at:

EOE

Position will remain open until filled.

Click here to apply.

Do you have the LTSD School App? It's a great tool to help you keep up to date with everything happening in the LTSD. Just visit the App store, search Loyalsock, download and then in settings, add the schools you want to follow. You can also copy things from the calendar onto your own personal Google Calendar, as well!

Please watch the video below to learn how to create an account. Once you have created an account, you can watch other videos that explain how to do everything you need!

Please contact our technology team if you have questions or need assistance, particularly with accessing the parent portal.

The learning support system is available for parents and students and can be contacted through one of the following methods:

🌐 Submit a Technology Helpdesk Ticket

📧 Send an Email to egee@loyalsocklancers.org

☎️ Phone 570-323-9439 x1217 and leave a message

*Please NOTE this is for parents and student support only.

Staff should continue to use the staff portal for support.

1. Student/parent downloads work permit application from LTSD website: Application for Work Permit download
2. Parent completes application and signs electronically
3. Student/parent emails application as an attachment to: workingpapers@loyalsocklancers.org
4. Once received, the student will be contacted and instructed to come into the office to complete the working permit (parent does not need to be present unless online application could not be filled out and submitted electronically).

Click here for a printable version of the 2022-2023 LTSD School Calendar.

Click here for a printable version of the 2023-2024 LTSD School Calendar.

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While empowering students to uncover their true passion, Loyalsock Township High School prepares, engages, and inspires all students to seek academic and personal excellence.

Email: mreitz@loyalsocklancers.org
Website: www.loyalsocklancers.org
Location: 1801 Loyalsock Drive, Williamsport, PA, USA
Phone: (570) 326-3581
Facebook: facebook.com/ltmsprincipal
Twitter: @lths_principals