NEWS FROM THE NEST

In case of inclement weather or any need for emergency closings or delays, notifications are sent to families via a phone call from our district office. Families are also encouraged to check the district website for on-screen alerts, as well as the district Facebook page for updates.

Please make sure that your contact information is current in Genesis to ensure that you do not miss important communications.

The 2025 Winter Ball, previously planned for January 25, has been cancelled. Ms. Recentio has reached out to all students who purchased tickets in order to arrange for their refunds. If you bought a ticket but have not yet spoken to Ms. Recentio, please stop by Room 226 during Resource Period 2, or email her at drecentio@ltps.org.

LHT is a showcase of amateur acts that is open to anyone who lives, works, attends, or attended school in Lawrence. Open auditions will be held on February 6 and 8, and the show will take place on April 4. Spots are limited! All participants must register by February 1 at LTEFNJ.org. Cash prizes totaling $3,000 will be awarded. Please email Info@ltefnj.org with any questions.

https://www.ltefnj.org/lawrence-has-talent

Presented by the Lawrence Township Education Foundation

The LHS Arts and Humanities Academy and Black Student Union are proud to present the 12th annual Black History Celebration on Saturday, February 22. This year's theme is "Overcoming by Faith, Fortitude, & Resistance." The event will kick off at 3:00 p.m. with a variety of vendors and delectable foods, followed by the official program at 5:00 p.m. Admission is free and all are welcome!

View the flyer here.

The deadline to submit your creative works to the LHS Tangents Magazine is April 9. Submissions can include short stories, drawings, poetry, photography, paintings, etc. Email tangents@ltps.info with your work, and remember to include your name. If you have any questions, contact Mr. Foster (cfoster@ltps.org).

Herff Jones representatives will be at LHS on February 5 and 6 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. to measure seniors for their caps and gowns. Orders can be placed directly through the representatives, but must be paid for at that time. If you place your order online you do not have to visit the Herff Jones table. You will be receiving an ordering packet in the mail sometime in late January.

*Please note: The ordering packets will show options for different packages (hoodies, invitations, frames, etc.). However, if you would like to order just the cap, gown, and tassel, ask for the "Basic Package (B)," which is $35 (including tax). If you miss the in-person days, you can then call Herff Jones directly (215-245-8660) with your height and a credit card number.

Applications are still available for this year's Cardinal Crown event. This is a seniors-only show, featuring groups of three who will be judged on formalwear, humor, and creativity. Each team will compete for prizes and the right to be "crowned" the winners for the class of 2025. Applications are due by February 10.

• View the flyer
• Nominate a senior
• Click here for the application

Keep your ears and eyes peeled for announcements and updates regarding all-things-graduation. During the first week of March, you will receive a letter with important information about graduation rehearsals, guest tickets, diploma pick-ups, Project Graduation, senior lawn signs, cap and gown distribution, and more. If you have any questions in the meantime, please always feel free to reach out to Ms. Roche at kroche@ltps.org.

Students Helping Honduras is hosting a self-defense fundraiser at AmeriKick Martial Arts in Princeton on Saturday, March 22. The cost is $25 per person, and light refreshments will be served. Pre-registration is required, and participants must be 12 or older. See the flyer for more information or contact Ms. Katz (akatz@ltps.org).

The LMS/LHS PTO is selling Little Caesars pizza kits, cookie dough, breadsticks, and in-store meal deal coupons to raise money for Teacher Appreciation Week in May. Orders will be delivered directly to you via FedEx and will ship anywhere in the country. Promo codes can also be purchased and redeemed for in-store deals. Every item sold earns $6 for the PTO!

Place your order here.

Students Helping Honduras will be selling teddy bears during lunches from February 6-12. Purchase a cuddly bear for a friend or a loved one and held support SHH! Each teddy bear comes with a lollipop and a personalized note.

Project Graduation's next fundraiser is just around the corner. Join us for fitness and fun to the beats of Bollywood on Saturday, February 8! Click here for the flyer with more information or follow this link to purchase tickets!

Casino Night returns on Saturday, February 22! Click here to read more about one of Project Graduation's biggest annual fundraisers, and purchase your tickets here. *Remember, this event is for individuals 21+ only!*

Volunteers Needed

Come out to show your support for the the LMS/LHS PTO and the NJ Devils with a night out at the Prudential Center! The Devils will take on the Vancouver Canucks on Monday, March 24 at 7:30 p.m. Limited tickets are available, but include blocked discount tickets (section 232, row 5), a Devils drawstring backpack, a shout-out on the Jumbotron, and a $6 kickback to the PTO.

Click here to purchase your tickets before they are gone!

Model Congress sells cupcakes on Wednesdays after school at staff sign-in. Grab one for $1 or three for just $2.

If you have any questions contact Mr. Prehn (nprehn@ltps.org).

Please support the Advocates for Innocence club each Thursday by purchasing a brownie for $2. Brownies will be sold after school at staff sign-in. All profits will be donated to the Innocence Project, which provides legal resources to help exonerate individuals who have been wrongfully accused of a crime.

The LHS DECA chapter competed on January 9 at Kean University in the largest District Conference out of the six conferences across the state. We are proud to announce that LHS has multiple students advancing to the State Conference in March! With 63% of members being first-year members, our school's chapter hopes to continue to represent LHS at the District, State, and International Conferences with pride!

View the full results here.

upekṣā [ooh-payk-shah]

Sanskrit - a calming influence or a moment of tranquility; a spiritual value that promotes a deep state of balance and inner peace in the face of life's ups and downs.

seijaku [say-jah-koo]

Japanese - pausing your day to relax; removing yourself from the hustle and bustle for a brief moment to take a deep breath, or taking just a few short moments to regain a calm state of mind before continuing on about your business.

hurkle durkle [her-kul-der-kul]

Scottish - to lounge in bed cozily after it's time to get up

Q: Where do snowmen find the weather report?

A: On the Winternet

Q: What does a painter do when he feels cold?

A: He adds a second coat!

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