MAY 18, 2025

On Sunday, April 27, 104 members of the Lawrence Central High School Class of 2025 were celebrated as Distinguished Graduates/Scholars. These students have achieved academic excellence while also contributing to the school community through arts, athletics, service, and engagement.

Students submit an application highlighting their participation and achievements in rigorous coursework for college and career prep, performance groups, clubs. community service programs, leadership in and out of school, and other indicators of excellence.

Congratulations to our 575 Bear of the Month students for April 2025! Bear of the Month students can be recognized for Outstanding Character, Academic Excellence, Improving Behavior, Positive Attendance, Leadership, and Service.

April Bear of the Month Recipients

The winning artwork will hang in the Cannon Tunnel of the U.S. Capitol for one year. The tunnel is the most highly traveled access point between the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Capitol. Every day, Members of Congress, distinguished visitors, and tens of thousands of tourists – from the United States and abroad – walk through the tunnel and admire the artwork.

The winning artist from each district, plus one parent or guardian, is invited to attend the annual Winners’ Celebration, held at the Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, DC, each June. It is their first opportunity to see their artwork displayed in the Cannon Tunnel.

Jeremiah was the only student in Marion county to be recognized!

• Monday, May 19 – G1 and G2

• Tuesday, May 20 – M/R5 and M/R6

• Wednesday, May 21 – G3 and G4

• Thursday, May 22 – M/R7 and M/R8

Senior Honors Night has been rescheduled to Wednesday, May 21st at 6:00 PM in the LC Auditorium. Student participation is by invitation only, and invited students have been emailed a digital invitation and instructions for the evening. Please see the Senior Honorees List to see the invited students.

Welcome to the 39th annual FORE the Kids Golf Tournament, where golf meets philanthropy! Join us on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at the picturesque Old Oakland Golf Club for a day filled with swings, smiles, and support for a worthy cause.

This event, benefiting the Lawrence Township School Foundation (LTSF), promises to be more than just a round of golf. It's an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Lawrence Township students.

Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025

8:00 am - Registration & Continental Breakfast

9:00 am - Shotgun Start

3:00 pm - Lunch & Awards immediately following play.

Location:
Old Oakland Golf Club
11611 E. 75th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46236

REGISTER HERE TODAY!

Lawrence Live features New LECC

Join Dr. Smith on the April segment of Lawrence Live where he speaks with Chief of Operations, Mr. Rodger Smith about the construction of the new Lawrence Education & Community Center on the site of the old Fort Benjamin Harrison in downtown Lawrence. Also shared will be the use of the current LECC to support more student programming.

The Returning Student Verification Process (RSVP) is a paperless online verification of a student’s return for the next school year. This process is completed Skyward Family Access and is mandatory for all families returning for 2025-2026, as all forms for the new year are included. The process must be completed for each student enrolled in the district. If you do not have your Skyward Family Access account information, please contact your child's school. If you are not returning, please contact your child's school.

Click here for more details instructions on completing RSVP.

Students participating in Summer Learning Academy and Summer Care will be provided breakfast and lunch at no cost every day they are on site. There will be no service on June 19 and July 4.

Access the flyers below for additional information on times and locations. Please inquire at your site of choice.

Click here to view the calendar - English

Click here to view the calendar - Spanish

Director of Dual Language, Mr. Jerome Omar Lahlou was featured on April 17th on the WISH-TV Morning Bell talking abut Dual Language Program in the MSD of Lawrence Township.

Click here to view the segment.

Geist Magazine is featuring Dual Language in the MSD of Lawrence as the feature story of the May issue. Bilingual, Biliterate, Bicultural: MSDLT Spanish Immersion Program Positions Students to be Global Citizens.

Click here to read the full feature.

LTeC offers Lawrence Central students the opportunity to earn and/or recover high school credits during the summer, working online through our Canvas Learning Management System. Classes are structured as an asynchronous learning experience, but each course is led by a licensed MSD of Lawrence Township teacher available for support and synchronous learning opportunities throughout the term.

The LTeC Summer Session begins Monday June 2 and concludes Thursday July 17. Current 9th, 10th, and 11th graders are eligible to enroll in up to two LTeC summer school classes.

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Lawrence Central students also have the opportunity to take selected classes through Indiana Online Academy (IOA) if a specific course is not offered by LTeC. These courses are also listed on the attached flyer. Registration for IOA courses also begins on April 7th. We would recommend any student interested in an IOA course consult with their counselor before registering.

Frontline Elite Step Team wants you! Participants must be enrolled in grades 5-12 in the MSD of Lawrence Township. Those with questions should contact Ms. Glynda Smith at glyndasmith@msdlt.k12.in.us.

Recent news surrounding Indiana's graduation requirements and diploma changes has been closely monitored by our administrative teams, counselors, and teachers. These changes have now been approved by the State Board of Education (SBOE) and we remain committed to ensuring our students are well-prepared for high school and beyond.

Following approval by SBOE, the rule must be reviewed by the Office of the Attorney General. The graduation requirements become law when signed by the Governor, which concludes the rulemaking process.

Read MSD Lawrence Township's full statement on the changes here.

INFORMATION ABOUT MSDLT'S REDESIGNED DIPLOMA IS BELOW.

Indiana University Indianapolis’ seamless admissions initiative is now expanding to include the MSD of Lawrence Township!

Qualifying seniors at these high schools will not need to complete a traditional application or pay a fee; instead, they fill out a short online form for automatic admission. This expansion will be effective for students applying for enrollment in fall 2026.

According to Dr. Smith, "In the MSD of Lawrence Township, we believe in creating clear pathways to success for our students. This strategic partnership with Indiana University Indianapolis represents a transformative opportunity for high-performing seniors, removing barriers and providing a seamless transition to higher education. By establishing seamless admission, we are not just simplifying the college application process; we are validating the hard work of our students and reinforcing our commitment to their future success.”

Click here to read the complete press release.

National Junior Tennis & Learning of Indianapolis will hold Summer Youth Tennis Program at Lawrence Central and Lawrence North between June 2-July 17. Classes are held on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday nights. These are beginner classes for youth ages 5 to 18. Program scholarships are available.

Click here for more information or to register.

Help your student keep track of all the events, memories and people of this year.

Preserve them all by ordering their Lawrence Central High School yearbook today!!!

CLICK HERE NOW to order a copy today!!!

We have a limited number, so ACT FAST and ORDER TODAY!!!

Do you have a big heart? International students are eagerly awaiting news that a US family has been found for them. You may be just the person to make these kids' dreams come true! Hosting is a wonderful way to gain a son or daughter and bring a new culture to your family. Could you set an extra plate for dinner next year? Contact Kat Toebes for more information. ktoebes@flag-intl.org

We had a great turn out for Senior Decision Day! We are so excited for our seniors to graduate and continue their education, serve in the military or join the workforce! Check-out pics from the event below!

Students and Families in the class of 2025, use this link to access our latest Senior Newsletter. This edition covers the following items:

• Graduation Update

• Prom & Attendance

• Grad Pathways Box 2

• Semester 2 Senior Meeting

• Graduation Progress & Post Secondary Planning

• Important Dates for Seniors

https://lawrencecentral.ltschools.org/parents

We use Canvas as our learning management system to post some assignments and others things for students.

Access Canvas Here

Qmlativ Family Access (formerly known as Skyward) gives parents the ability to track their student’s progress throughout the year. Parents can see missing work, grades, attendance and discipline, as well as access to past report cards.

Complete the New Student Account Request Form to create a temporary Qmlativ Account. An email will be sent to the email address provided that will include: A Username and Password Reset link, and link for the Parent/Guardian to access the Qmlativ New Student Enrollment Portal.

Create Qmlativ Account

Already have a Qmlativ Account?

Log in using your Username and Password. Use the drop down arrow next to the house icon to choose New Student Enrollment. Select the tile for New Student Enrollment, then follow steps below to "enroll online."

Access Qmlativ Here

ParentSquare is a safe and secure platform for school-to-home communication, connecting parents, teachers, and students for private conversations and district-wide alerts. Mr. Bush communicates weekly via ParentSquare, along with other divisions within our school and some of our teachers.

Here’s what you can do with ParentSquare:

• Receive messages from the school via email, text or app notification
• Choose to receive information as it comes or all at once at 6pm daily
• Communicate in your preferred language
• Comment on school postings to engage in your school community
• Direct message teachers, staff and other parents
• Participate in group messages
• Sign up for parent-teacher conferences with smart online technology
• Send payments, sign forms & permission slips, receive report cards, sign up to volunteer and more all from your phone or web portal

Download ParentSquare at the Apple App Store Here

Download ParentSquare at the Google Play App Store Here

• High School Student Handbook
• Manual del estudiante de secundaria en ESPAÑOL
  
• MSDLT 1:1 Policy & Student/Family Responsibility
• MSDLT Student Network/Internet Acceptable Use Agreement

We are beyond thankful for our wonderful parent support organizations and the many people that spend countless hours finding ways to support our students and programs. Below is information for your review.

• PFO (Parent Faculty Organization)-https://lawrencecentral.ltschools.org/resources
• LCPAA (Lawrence Central Performing Arts Association)-https://www.lcpaa.org/
• BAC (Bears Athletic Club)-https://lawrencecentral.ltschools.org/athletics/administration

Hey parents! Are you looking for a way to get involved at LC? One of the easiest ways to make a difference at Lawrence Central is through the LC PFO Breakfast Club.

Breakfast Club is the PFO’s longest-running and most successful fundraiser which depends on volunteers to thrive. Parent volunteers staff the breakfast table in front of the auditorium each morning, selling pre-packaged breakfast items, snacks, juice, and water to students before school begins.

Volunteers are scheduled to work one morning a month (more often if desired) from about 8:00-9:30 a.m. It’s a quick morning that involves setting up the breakfast display, selling to students, putting away and restocking for the next day.

All profits from the breakfast sales help the LC PFO fund student experiences such as Homecoming activities and the Prom, teacher grants that benefit the student educational experience, and hospitality events that show appreciation to our staff. Every purchase at the Breakfast table helps enhance the overall experience for students and staff at Lawrence Central.

It is a fun, fast, and easy way to help the school with a minimal time commitment each month and is something the students really appreciate. Volunteers are scheduled in teams of two and training is provided.

Go to www.tinyurl.com/LCPFOVolunteer to sign up!

Thank you for helping support the LC PFO's ongoing fundraising effort benefitting all students at LC!

Do you have a Kroger Plus card? If so, you can support LC just doing your regular grocery shopping at no extra cost to you!

Register your Kroger card by going to https://www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards

• Sign into your account

• Select Kroger Community Rewards under the Save tab

• Select I’m a customer, view details

• Type in Lawrence Central High School PFO in the Search

• Select Lawrence Central High School PFO....And you are enrolled!

THANK YOU for supporting Lawrence Central!

Hey Bears! Show your LC pride with an LC or MPLT garage sign and yard sign!

Garage signs ($35) and yard signs ($24) are now available to order for the following sports and activities:

• ATHLETICS: Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming/Diving, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Wrestling
• LC PERFORMING ARTS: Band, Choir, Extreme Dance, Orchestra, Show Choir, Theatre, MPLT, Color Guard, Marching Band, Winter Percussion

The Indiana – Kentucky reciprocity agreement is a four-year agreement (2021-25) that allows students residing in specific border counties to receive in-state tuition at specific institutions.

• Kentucky Reciprocity Map 1: shows the institution with the county of residence from which a student could receive in-state tuition.
• Kentucky Reciprocity Map 2: shows the Indiana and Kentucky counties named in the agreement and the location of the institution.

The Indiana – Ohio reciprocity agreement is a two-year agreement (2023-25) that allows students residing in ANY of the counties named in the agreement to receive in-state tuition at ANY institution named in the agreement.

• IN-OH Reciprocity Institutions Map: shows the counties that a resident of could receive in-state tuition at an institution shown.

Both reciprocity agreements have some exceptions. The reciprocity agreements may be found at this link: https://www.in.gov/che/academic-affairs/interstate-reciprocity/.

Through the Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP), public institutions agree to charge students no more than 150% of the in-state resident tuition rate for selected programs, and private institutions offer a 10% reduction on their tuition. The student would need to enroll as a non-resident student at a participating MSEP campus to receive the discount.

MSEP-participating institutions and more details may be found at this link: https://msep.mhec.org/.

Students in need of college admissions testing--ACT and SAT dates are open. Though many colleges/universities continue with "test optional" admissions, students should read carefully the expectations for their colleges of interest, programs of interest, majors of interest and scholarship requirements.

Click here to register for ACT

Click here to register for SAT

We have 172 active local/state and national scholarships available to LC Seniors.

All college bound and trade students are invited to log into your NAVIANCE and search the scholarship tab for scholarships that match your interests, ethnicity, financial needs and grades. Please apply for as many as you can and check for updates weekly. All Lawrence Township local scholarships will be made available in December.

Scholly helps students like you win life-changing scholarships. Start matching with scholarships based on your unique background and accomplishments!

Fastweb is a free scholarship search platform that connects students to college scholarships, trade school scholarships, and financial aid tools. The goal is to help students find scholarships to make college or vocational school more affordable.

Students searching for scholarship dollars for college--and for some CAREER training--will want to create an account at GOING MERRY.com. The site is much like the Common App used for college admissions, collecting a lot of information about the student and then searching for scholarships which match the student account. It helps take scholarship search--which can feel very overwhelming--down to a more manageable task.

Students at the Service Academies receive over $400,000 in free tuition, room and board, and a modest living stipend. All graduates are commissioned as officers in the United States military, putting them on a path to a rewarding career.

Imani Book Club, a summer reading program for 4th–12th graders that enhances literacy and fosters a love for literature. Participants engage in debates, presentations, and journaling to strengthen reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.

The program will run from June 3rd through July 17th, with sessions being held every Tuesday and Thursday (excluding July 4th) from 6 PM to 8 PM. The registration deadline is May 13th at 12 noon.

To register or learn more about Imani Book Club, please refer to the flyer attached or visit: https://cldinc.org/program/imani-book-club/

Each summer, rising seniors attend Hoosier Boys State and Hoosier Girls State on the campus of Trine University in Angola, Indiana. This year, the 86th Session of Hoosier Boys State will be held from Sunday, June 15th to Saturday, June 21st, 2025, and the 83rd Session of Hoosier Girls State will be held from Sunday, June 22nd to Saturday, June 28th, 2025. These programs are ideal for your student leaders, especially members of your Student Council and looks great on college applications.

Current junior class students are eligible to apply for these experiential summer camps where they will construct a mock state government, learn about civics, leadership, and citizenship while competing for scholarships (merit and need-based). Additionally, two students are selected from each program to attend The American Legion’s Boys Nation and The American Legion Auxiliary’s Girls Nation in Washington, DC where more than $20,000.00 in additional scholarships are awarded.

Both programs are currently accepting applications to attend. There is a $50 non-refundable registration fee, but all program costs are covered by American Legion Posts and American Legion Auxiliary Units (dorm room and all meals are provided). Feel free to encourage as many students as are interested in attending to apply for Hoosier Boys State at www.HoosierBoysState.org that you believe would represent your school well. To learn more information and apply for Hoosier Girls State, visit www.alahgs.org.

If you have any questions concerning Hoosier Boys State, please reach out to info@hoosierboysstate.org or call 317-630-1301. For questions concerning Hoosier Girls State please reach out to HGS Director Sue Wehr at jbwehr@comcast.com or Assistant Director Nancy Magginnis at nancymagginnis@yahoo.com.

The IDEAA Summer program allows students to learn, explore, innovate, and invent. Students gain skills related to design and rapid prototyping, while also engaging in valuable experiences with industry and higher education leaders.

When: July 7-18, 2025
Where: IVY Tech Community College - Lawrence.
Who: High School Students interested in innovation and STEM.
Why: This is a rare opportunity to explore your potential and become a young innovator!

For more information email us at contact@dnova.org

Early Bird Deadline: April 15, 2025

Application Deadline: May 30, 2025

The Young Innovators Quest (YiQ) program provides opportunities for high school students interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) and medicine to conduct research and explore ways to enhance their creativity in a motivating, hands-on environment. The participant students
research their projects based on their own interests but always focused on real problem solving and innovation.

Application Deadline is April 30, 2025

The Purdue College of Pharmacy offers high school students a chance to explore the field of pharmacy while gaining professional skills that will last their lifetime. This could be their small step that leads to their next giant leap.

Pharmacy Technician Training Program

• The Pharmacy Technician Training Program is a fully online training education program that prepares students to work in a pharmacy setting as a technician.
• The 8 or 16-week course is available to start at any time throughout the year. Successful completion of the course prepares students to take the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam to become a certified pharmacy technician.

Learn more and register on the Pharmacy Technician Training Program website.

The Latino Leadership Initiative at Marian University will be hosting its first Latino Summer Camp! Below are some details about the camp:

• Parents are invited for the first part for a Spanish admissions presentation

• Dates: June 21-22nd, 2025

• Open to all Latino high school students

• $175 fee, there is financial assistance available

• Students will spend the night on campus

Exploradoor is an online service for teens to connect with programs and experiences, including internships, that can help them better prepare for life. Exploradoor.com is a free resource that simplifies outreach and connectivity among teens, their families, schools and program providers. With program information consolidated into one searchable platform, Exploradoor.com strives to improve teen engagement and preparedness so that they are more informed and confident about their choices after high school.

Purdue summer college is an opportunity for high school students to take classes at Purdue University for credit. Students must have completed their sophomore year, be at least 16 yrs. old, and have a minimum GPA of 3.30.

These courses are held for 1 or 2 weeks (see here for course options).Residential options are available for students 16 yrs. and older. High school students may enroll in a maximum of 7 credit hours during the summer.

The Indianapolis Youth Leadership Academy (IYLA) is a tuition free five-day learning experience for young men and women 15 - 18 years of age, interested in receiving a basic knowledge of leadership regarding individuals and organizations.

Students are accepted from the Indianapolis metropolitan area including the surrounding counties. The only requirements are 1.) the ability to do basic high school class work, 2.) a desire for success, 3.) a positive attitude, and 4.) a good work ethic.

The 2025 Academy will be held June 9th - 13th

Classes will be held at
Beech Grove High School
5330 Hornet Avenue
Beech Grove, Indiana 46107

indyyouthleadership.com

Greenheart International facilitated 7,000 cultural exchange programs for students and adults in 2023 and is looking for host families this year! Greenheart connects people and planet to create global leaders through personal development, volunteer service, environmentalism and cultural exchange.

EmployIndy is hosting a Career Coaching and Advising Summit! This event will be held to assist students in completing their Career Discovery Meetings. The event will be held April 30th, 2025 at Central Indiana Educational Service Center from 8:30-3pm. Space is limited and students will need to reserve a spot, link is below.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/career-coaching-advising-summit-tickets-1009399590347

Career Discovery Meetings are a new requirement as part of HEA 1002-2023 for 11th and 12th grade students to meet with an approved postsecondary educational institution, intermediary, employer, or labor organization to discuss future career opportunities and their necessary education levels. Any questions regarding CDM may be directed to cdm@che.in.gov

Looking for a part-time job? Check out the aquatics positions at the Fishers YMCA. Students must be at least 16 and available to work weekends.

Local 440 JATC is now accepting applications to their apprenticeship program. 2025-26 applications are available at www.ualocal440.org

AGE:

• All applicants must be at least 18 years of age
• Applicants can be 17 at the time of application if they are high school seniors on schedule to graduate.

EDUCATION:

• Applicants shall be high school graduates, seniors on schedule to graduate or obtained a GED/HSE certificate

OTHER:

• Pass the Journey Assessment and Basic Math Assessment by Feb 1, 2025 to be eligible for the 2025-26 program year
• Valid driver's license
• Subject to criminal background check