For 12 years, students in the Building Renovations program at Lake Shore High School have been giving a drastic makeover to a 1,400-square-foot house on Parkway Street in St. Clair Shores. The home needed a lot of work, which was a bonus for the district because it provided plenty of real-life learning experiences. The fixer-upper was a foreclosed, plighted home that the district was committed to improving, while improving our community.

21213 is the house number, a place where students dedicate hours to service learning every year. Since 2011, students have completed several DYI projects which require electrical knowledge for lighting, heating, cooling, and operation of appliances.

From eco-friendly and trendy to labor-intensive and dirty, students are learning skilled trades that will, not only save them both time and money in the future, but also expose students to incredible career opportunities in the fields of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and General Construction. They have installed electrical, plumbing, patio brick pavers, doors, and fences under the direction of experts in these fields as well as their Career and Technical Education teacher. They have learned the interior painting process which includes preparing the surface, using a primer, taping, and the paint color selection process. They have knowledge of fixing common home problems such as a leaky faucet or cabinet doors that won’t close properly.

Class of 2024's Erich Henze enjoys construction and has considered it as his career path. His dad, with the same name, is his biggest influence. The project began under retired Building Trades teacher Mr. Chris Mazzola. Like Mr. Mazzola, Erich is a handyman himself. "Aluminum bending is my favorite. I feel satisfied when I match the roof perfectly," he said. Erich was a huge help with the finish carpentry and should feel proud of his efforts.

Now that the project is complete, the Parkway home is in the process of being sold and proceeds from the sale will support future Building Trades projects. The current CTE teacher Mr. Winters will make his predecessor proud as he works with his current classes to build a blueprint for the future.

Thank you to Media Productions 2 students Jimmy Sheen and Abby Smith for assisting Realtor Kelly Demske with the preparation of the listing which is located here.

Student Count Day for the State of Michigan is Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024. It is important for students to attend classes as verification of their attendance on Wednesday; It is one of two days during the school year which the enrollment taken helps determine how much state aid schools receive.

Students are more likely to succeed in academics when they attend school consistently. Please make every attempt to be present on this day and every day.

Thank you to our marvelous 15 Countesses of Lake Shore Public Schools who are tasked with the responsibility of "counting" each student.

Can we count on you to be present on Count Day? Missing just 2 days a month means a child is missing 10% of the school year.

Save the Date of Friday, October 4th, 2024 for our annual Homecoming tradition; The entire week will be themed Disney! Shorian alumni, current students, and the entire Saint Clair Shores community come together to participate in our parade and watch our big football game matchup against Grosse Pointe North.

🎉 The highly anticipated districtwide Spirit Week for Lake Shore High School is outlined on the attached graphic. Additional schools may follow the same schedule or choose their own.

🏈 The Junior vs. Senior Powderpuff game will be held on Tuesday, October 1st at 5pm (gates open at 4pm).

🚗 Join us at our Homecoming parade on Friday, October 4th beginning at 6pm. It will start at Kennedy Middle School, follow Greater Mack, and end at Lake Shore High School.

🏈 The kickoff for our Homecoming football game against Grosse Pointe North will be on Friday, October 4th at 7pm. During halftime, our Homecoming Court will be announced.

🕺 💃 Our LSHS dance will run from 7:00 to 10:00pm on Saturday, October 5th inside the performance gymnasium. There will be no presale tickets; All tickets will be purchased for $15 each at the event. Guest passes are located inside the main office and due on the 4th.

🙋‍♀️ Contact our Student Congress advisor Rob Couck at rcouck@lsps.org with any questions. All proceeds from Homecoming this year will continue to be donated to the Paige DeVine Redlin Women Empowering Women Scholarship Fund: https://youtu.be/fp7n0bkU-2M.

Note: There is no school for students on Monday, September 30th; it is a District Professional Development Day for teachers.

We also encourage you to join us to watch our incredible Marching Shorians during the halftime show. The 2024-2025 Lake Shore High School Marching Shorians present: Out of the Shadows!

Fall Fest presented by Lake Shore Public Schools is inviting our community on Saturday, October 12th from 12:30pm-4:00pm at the John U’ren Stadium located at Lake Shore High School to an afternoon filled with music, food, and fun. Admission is FREE, but monetary donations will be accepted.

Guests arriving from 1pm-4pm will enjoy a collection of music from our Bands and Choirs from all levels led by Mr. Alter, Mr. Malabed, Mrs. Elkins, Mrs. Toma, Mrs. Wischmeyer, and Mrs. Rueger-West.

Here's the order of performances:

1:00pm - Elementary

Spooky, Scary Skeletons

Have You Seen the Ghost of John?

Ghostbusters

1:30pm - KMS Jazz Band

Combo 1: Autumn Leaves, Well You Needn't

Combo 2: Satin Doll, Blue Bossa

2:00pm - LSHS Choirs (9-12)

Monster Mash

2:30pm - Selection(s) from "Little Shop of Horrors"

3:00pm - LSPS Choirs (6-12)

Wicked Medley

3:40pm - LSHS Marching Band

Save room for lunch as food vendors will be joining us for a Food Truck Rally. These vendors will be offering up mouthwatering fare.

Guests will also enjoy family-friendly, action-packed entertainment that will include a petting zoo and pony rides, inflatables, and a DJ between performances.

We are excited about an event that consists of meeting new people, sampling live music, trying new cuisines, and entertainment. Most importantly, we love supporting our students while we showcase the district's talented musicians in field performances.

We are also hosting a Ford Drive 4UR School event from noon-3pm to coincide with Fall Fest. Take a spin in a new Ford vehicle. For every test-drive taken, Ford will donate $20 to our school, up to $6,000 total per event. A little drive could go a long way and benefit Lake Shore High School!

Lake Shore has a strong legacy of being excellent stewards of the community’s resources. We are committed to provide you with bond updates as we continue to prioritize our students' future.

In a Special Edition Bond Update, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of the architectural and construction team as well as our Lake Shore faculty and staff as they continue working on bond projects to enhance and improve the learning environments in all of our classrooms and buildings. These changes will certainly impact the safety, security, and learning environment for the Lake Shore community.

• Special Edition Bond Update

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Together, we are building a bright future for all LSPS students.

To learn more about the bond, please visit the Lake Shore Public Schools' website.

Youth mental health is a topic of utmost importance, and we believe that by working together, we can create a supportive environment where our children can thrive.

As we start the new school year, we want to remind you of the invaluable resources available to our community.

In addition, Care Solace offers mental health care coordination services and can help connect you and your child with appropriate community-based providers. Whether it's counseling, therapy, or other mental health services, Care Solace can assist you in finding the support your family may need.

To access Care Solace's coordination services, simply reach out using the following options:

Call 888-515-0595: Their multilingual helpline is staffed 24/7/365.

Visit www.caresolace.com/lsps: On their website, you can explore mental health providers independently or click "Book Appointment" for personalized assistance through video chat, email, or phone.

By joining hands and working together as a community, we can provide a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports the mental health and well-being of our youth. Let's continue to prioritize their emotional growth, and together, we can create a brighter future for our children.

Thank you for being caring and involved parents and guardians in the Lake Shore Public Schools. Your dedication to supporting our youth is truly commendable.

Under the guiding principles of our districtwide initiative, the Positivity Project, the #PositivityInAction mindset is our top priority. Because of our goal to inspire students to build positive relationships and become their best selves, we invite you to follow this Positivity Project Calendar. Note: We have made a few changes to this calendar; All adjustments are located on our District Events Calendar.

This calendar outlines all 24 character strengths, 1 highlighted per week. Our teachers create engaging and impactful lessons — differentiated by grade-level — and share through presentations, student recognitions, classroom discussions, and building-specific displays.

People with the character strength of teamwork work well as a member of a group or team. They are loyal and sacrifice their individual desires for the greater good.

A high school store plays a significant role in the educational ecosystem by offering a range of benefits to both students and the school community as a whole. These small, on-campus shops, often managed and operated by students, go beyond mere convenience. They serve as practical learning environments, fostering essential life skills and contributing to the overall growth and development of young minds.

Located inside Lake Shore High School, the Shorian Shop features popular clothing merchandise, tasty treats, and Lake Shore trinkets. Our school store offers the chance to teach upperclassmen real-world skills like marketing and sales, accounting, and employability skills that will last a lifetime.

Student employees are a team, assigned to several tasks. Examples include showing up to their store position on time, ready to do work, managing the cash register accurately, and taking responsibility for their own actions.

Beginning in October, the Shorian Shop is open on weekdays, with the exception of Wednesdays, from 11:13-12:55pm inside the new Student Union at LSHS.

Jan Radlick, Marketing and Sales teacher, said, "These students are the cream of the crop, great kids, and vetted by other teachers to serve their peers. They have the best character. Our remodeled and expanded store will be great for students and other customers. This year I have one of the best management teams ever, and I think it is going to be a great year."

Thank you store managers, Tommy Ahearn, Gage Kolley, Jack Milstead, and Grace VanDenstorm, and our 16 student sales assistants in the Marketing and Sales class who provide this service to our school.

Looking forward, we are excited to celebrate OPEN-MINDEDNESS (9/30-10/4) and OPM - Being present and giving others my attention (10/7-11).

See something? Say something.

OK2SAY is the student safety program which allows students to confidentially report tips on potential harm or criminal activities directed at school students, school employees, and schools. It uses a comprehensive communication system to facilitate tip sharing among students, parents, school personnel, community mental health service programs, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, and law enforcement officials about harmful behaviors that threaten to disrupt the learning environment.

Anyone can report tips on criminal activities or potential harm directed at students, school employees, or schools. Tips can be submitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

While continually evolving and reviewed annually, on this Safety and Security webpage you will find a list of recent and current safety measures implemented by Lake Shore Public Schools to provide the safest environment for our students and staff.

Over 50 institutions, including 4-year universities, 2-year colleges, trade schools, and military reps, were in attendance at our 2nd annual College Fair, providing information on post-secondary options, and giving Shorians direction for future decisions.

Senior Ariel Dewaele appreciated this time-saving opportunity at Lake Shore High School. She enjoys reading and was excited to find out more about journalism programs as she visited different informational tables. She was keeping an open mind and wanted to explore her options. On the other hand, Elliana Godin entered the fair with a plan. She will be majoring in business with a goal of opening her own cosmetology franchise. She likes the idea of being debt-free by choosing a community college, but she also finds the living away from home, dorm-route to be exciting.

Senior Russell Yasoni from North Lake High School described his post-secondary plan as a bit clueless. He visited the fair feeling overwhelmed, but after listening to admissions advisors and asking questions, he had a clearer picture of how he could use his interest in math for a variety of career paths. He even found himself considering the Army.

Our Counseling Office continues to invite advisors to Lake Shore High School during all lunch hours.

Upperclassmen are already receiving endless emails and popup ads which may add to the confusion of where to go. This event helped students get questions answered and discover schools they may not have considered.

Thank you Karah Tanski, LSHS College Advisor, for arranging this experience for our Shorians! She even kicked off the year with a campus tour last week at Michigan State University with 38 Juniors and Seniors in attendance!

October is Michigan College Month! Many schools are waiving application fees so the time to apply is now!

Students in Ms. Wilson's 2nd grade class at Rodgers Elementary read "The Crayon Box That Talked" by Shane DeRolf, a story which highlights what makes everyone unique. They then drew what makes them unique inside their own crayons. In his response, Charlie Hamon was proud of his ability to play the guitar. He said, "My dad Matt plays in a band and got me excited about it." Connor Combs claimed that his special talent is playing baseball with the Saint Clair Shores Little League team. He shared, "I love batting!" These elementary students, at age 7, are full of talent!

Third graders in Mrs. Spriet's class at Masonic Heights Elementary listened to the story, Be You! by Peter H. Reynolds. They learned about different traits that make us each unique and special. Students were then asked to make a self-portrait and come up with 3 different things that made each of them unique.

Viviana Tremmel explained the qualities that made her different. She said, "I sing, dance, and really enjoy math." She went on to tell us that she enjoys demonstrating how to solve math problems using different styles of thinking. Multiplication is her favorite. Go Viviana!

These activities demonstrate that no matter where we come from or what we look like, when we all work together we can create something beautiful. That is the beauty Lake Shore Public Schools strives to cultivate in both its students and community.

Thank you to Hall Monitor Bob Kubiak at Kennedy Middle School for reminding us that Kind is the New Cool. This attribute isn't unique at all for our students; Instead, it is the driving force behind everything we do. And that's exactly how we treat our classmates.

School lunch time is a chance for students to take a break from their classes, relax in a friendly setting, and refuel for the day.

Lake Shore's Food Service Department is committed to providing and serving foods that best enhance our students' academic, athletic and personal performance. We recognize that breakfast and lunch time is as much about learning as the classroom.

Through creative marketing and nutritional education, they strive to teach children about the best choices for life-long health and wellness, serving over 54 school breakfasts and 451 lunches on the first day of school at LSHS and 1,788 meals in total for the entire district!

As students step through the doors of the newly renovated cafeteria, they are greeted by the tantalizing aroma of freshly prepared meals wafting through the air. Gone are the drab lines and monotone colors of the past; in their place, a feast for the senses awaits. The space will be alive with color, texture, and personality, reflecting the diverse tastes and interests of the student body.

Director of Food Service Tina Morris added, "A whole new ambiance can be found inside the cafeteria with refreshed lines and decor as well as the fun happenings with our Global Eats programs featuring dishes from countries around the world!"

We also enjoyed watching Yearbook students brainstorm cover ideas inside, what they referred to as the "conversation cove". What a great space to foster collaboration!

The wagon transportation systems allows for a safe way to shuttle lunch boxes to and from the elementary cafeteria. Our classroom leaders enjoy this job despite carrying only temporary licenses. It is the small acts of kindness that fuel the school.

Happy 237th Anniversary to "We, the People"!

Constitution and Citizenship Day commemorates the day the US Constitution was signed in Philadelphia on September 17, 1787 and honors all who have become citizens.

In Mr. Spriet's homeroom class at Lake Shore High School, students were tasked with reading aloud our constitution's preamble and understanding the ideals conveyed in the US Constitution. Led by Student Teacher Mr. Hoehing, students worked in groups to find key words from the US Constitution's preamble, and compared that with the preamble of another country's constitution. He selected constitutions from Honduras and Senegal because he has a student who was born there and another who speaks the language. Kudos to Mr. Hoehing for designing lessons influenced by student backgrounds.

Mr. Hoehing is a '22 graduate of Eastern Michigan University and holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Communication. He is looking forward to refining his craft with teacher leaders Mr. Spriet, Mrs. Stuckey, and Mrs. Tharme.

Mrs. Holtz, veteran teacher of Kennedy Middle School for 26 years, created a scavenger hunt for her 8th graders in U.S. History. She enjoys raising awareness and historical perspective for her 28 students who are currently enrolled.

In Mrs. Srodawa's class at Violet Elementary, 1st grade students created their own classroom constitution. They came up with Be Kind, Be Safe, Be Respectful, and Be Trustworthy as their rules to lead the way. Coincidently, those are also key traits for being a Violet All-Star! Every student made a promise to uphold those actions by signing their constitution with their favorite Crayola marker.

In the end, students learned about amendments, congress, states that ratified the Constitution, and many other important facts together while citing the article, section, and clause for verification and creating their own version of it.

Color, slime, pie — OH MY!

Our elementary Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) leaders facilitated our Color Runs fundraising events for students totaling $84,269.63 between Masonic Heights ($46,074.35) and Rodgers Elementary ($38,195.28)! Violet Elementary has scheduled their event for Friday, October 11th.

The PTO works to encourage interaction between family and school, serve as a source of support, and work with teachers, staff, and the community at large to improve our children's educational experience.

At Masonic Heights Elementary and Rodgers Elementary assemblies, students celebrated Stephen Covey's habit of highly effective people, Begin with the End in Mind, by setting goals and raising money to fund assemblies, teacher resources, field trips and transportation, one school, one book, and more!

The top 3 fundraisers at Masonic Heights were Jayce, Maverick, and Charlotte and at Rodgers were Mila, James, and Kaylie!

Assemblies consisted of celebratory announcements, cheer and band performances, and students and staff both sharing their goal stories. Tigers and Rockets ended their celebrations with color runs where students were doused from head-to-toe in different colored powder!

Thank you for another successful event that teaches all of us about generosity; We also appreciate the LSHS Band and Cheer team for the being present for our elementary kids.

Final totals can be found by visiting these donation pages:

• Masonic Heights Elementary: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/masonic2024
• Rodgers Elementary: http://99pledges.com/fund/colorrun024
• Violet Elementary: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/2024colorr2

Ms. Morgan's 2nd graders hit their Color Run class goal of $800 and celebrated at Rodgers Elementary by throwing a pie in their teacher's face!

"You look like a marshmallow," laughed one child. In pairs, students took turns placing pies in her face. It was brave. It was selfless. It was everything her class needed to turn any frown upside down in that one moment.

Coworker Ann Miller complimented, "Ms. Morgan has such enthusiasm when teaching that it’s contagious! She engages every student and makes them feel special. She inspires me to be a better teacher. We are so lucky to have her join our Rodgers team this year!"

There's so many more classrooms filled with staff volunteers that got doused with pie, slime, and color. Our staff would do anything--and we do mean anything--for those smiles.

Thank you Ms. Morgan for being a real life version of Joy from Inside Out for your kids!

In recognition of National I.T. Professionals Day, we are celebrating our technology staff.

Our support team leads teachers in implementing technology through coaching, demonstrations, and professional development. They serve as our help desk for our technology infrastructure, helping both staff and community with our digital learning platforms.

Bryan Huyghe has been serving with our Technology Department at Lake Shore for just under 5 years. His degree in Computer Networking led him to enjoy the tech field. His hobbies include PC and tabletop gaming and woodworking. He said, "My wife and I chose to enroll our three children here as school of choice students because of the general vibe of LSPS." Tori, Stephanie, and Donovan graduated LSHS in '18, '21, and '22 and are proud to be a part of the Shorian Nation. Our entire technology support team resolves issues in a timely manner with friendly customer service.

Thank you Nicole Dombro, Gabriel Cerrasco, Taylor Brosnan, Debbie Krumholz, Bryan Huyghe, Josiah Toma, and Laurie Cataldo for being reliable, dependable, and able to handle our tech needs.

To learn more about our Technology Department, visit https://www.lakeshoreschools.org/departments/technology.

Bonus: North Shores Nutrition Owner Ashleigh Larimer and her team are on a mission to recognize Lake Shore Public Schools' staff for their hard work with Tea Drop Tuesdays! They already recognized our I-TEA Department as well as our Bus Drivers! Thank you for your generosity, North Shores Nutrition.

We are thrilled to announce that the Michigan Adult, Community, and Alternative Education Association (MACAE) has received an official Proclamation from the Governor, recognizing and honoring Adult Education and Family Literacy Week!

This Proclamation highlights the essential role that adult education plays in empowering individuals, strengthening families, and building a brighter future for our communities. It emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and literacy, not only for personal growth but also for economic development and social progress.

Our Lake Shore Adult and Community Education programs work with employers and partners to provide workforce readiness skills to help adult learners access good jobs! Thank you for supporting adult educators and adult students!

Find information regarding local opportunities at https://lsps.ce.eleyo.com/

Congratulations to our September Slurpee/Smoothie/Shake Surprise Positivity Project Honorees:

Lake Shore Early Childhood Center

1. Presley Winters - Kindness

Masonic Heights Elementary

1. Perry Cooper - Patience

2. Mrs. Bachman - Supporting others when they struggle

3. Mr. Barranca - Optimism

Rodgers Elementary

1. Mrs. Roy - Teamwork

2. Natalie Grosch - Love

3. Joey Dinverno - Other People Mindset

Violet Elementary

1. Lucy Skoczylas - Love

2. Lydia Ledingham - Other People Matter

3. Nicholas Williams - Social Intelligence

Kennedy Middle School

1. Jaxon Deel-Smith - Self Control

2. Mason Walczak - Kindness

3. Catonni Battaglia - Kindness

4. Ariella Esquivel - Kindness

Lake Shore High School

1. Phoenix Hervey - Kindness

2. Zyrah Ocean - Kindness

3. Austin Hooks - Compassion

4. Mrs. Villasurda - Kindness

5. Clare Archer - Kindness

6. Austin Granberry - Integrity

North Lake High School

1. Sarah Ostlund - Kindness

Thank you 7-Eleven Store Owner Virgil Johnson, EOS Cafe, Coffee House Store Owner Tony Zarife, and North Shores Nutrition Owner Ashleigh Larimer for their generosity and sponsorships!

We have built an online home for our athletic department. Our goal is to bring our athletic programs to life by sharing schedules, scores, and social media while ensuring our athletes get the promotion they deserve. Visit the Shorian Sports website for 24/7/365 access to the information you have always wanted and follow along with our sports action.

We have partnered with Kroger to help fund our athletics. Please read this letter from our Athletic Coordinator Rich Bowers.

• Featured Soccer Story: The Dedication of Shorian Avery Ortiz
• Featured Volleyball Story: Serving Fire

We believe a balance of academics and athletics creates a well-rounded student. Students who participate in sports not only gain the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle, they also learn lessons about sportsmanship, leadership, teamwork, cooperation, respect, and knowing how to win and lose.

Come out to support the Lake Shore High School and Kennedy Middle School cheerleaders at our Jazzercise night, sponsored by Jazzercise Fraser.

$10 per person for a fun, exciting Jazzercise class. All proceeds benefit the cheer program. There will be raffles, prizes, and more!

• Doors Open: 6:00 p.m.
• Class Begins: 6:30 p.m.
• Lake Shore HS Performance Gymnasium

Congratulations to AOTW Da'Ja Summey, member of the Varsity Sideline Cheer team at Lake Shore High School. Coach Taormina shared her contributions with us:

"Da'Ja is a hard worker and leader on the mat and in the classroom. She is always the first and last person working. Her tumbling skill are flawless and she is a powerful backspot in her stunt group. She was a three round athlete as a freshman last year, and I'm sure her success will continue."

Congratulations to AOTW Nathan Warren, member of the Varsity Soccer team at Lake Shore High School. Coach Lount shared his contributions with us:

"Selfless leader on defense."

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