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There is no school on Monday, 2/19 for Presidents Day. Due to staff training, Upper School students will have early dismissal on Friday 2/23, 3/9 and 3/30. Friday, 2/23 is a Student Council Dress Down Day for both campuses. |
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Ms. Bishop and Mrs. Kaufmann hosted the 8th Grade Science Fair in the Upper School Learning Resource Center on Thursday, 2/15. Thanks to all who judged projects and visited displays. The next Astronomy Club meeting is this Saturday, 2/17 at the Scheuler Auditorium in Bay Village at 6:45 pm. Families are welcome! Call Mrs. Callahan at x2403 with questions. |
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Don't forget to place your Market Day order by 2/21 (2/22 for internet orders). This month's promotion is cookie dough. Pick up is Wed. 2/28 at the Lower School, but we will deliver prepaid orders to the Upper School. If you are able to help, contact Sue Butler (216-752-1516 or butlersm9@aol.com). |
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| Michael, Ian, Sam & Ryan-Miss Welch's class |
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Students in Miss Welch's math class baked cookies as part of an exercise on fractions (multiplying/dividing). Students demonstrated their skills by studying and expanding recipes. Prom is on Saturday, 5/12 from 7-11 pm, and is open to students in grades 10-12. This year's theme is Mardi Gras/Casino/French Quarter. If you are willing to help with ideas on decorations, catering, table rentals, etc., please call Amanda Hedrick at ext 2407. The Head Notes column will return next week. |
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Celebrating Academic Achievement |
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Upper School Honors Students |
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Congratulations to students who participated in the Middle School Honors Breakfast and the High School Honors Luncheon this week. The Honors Breakfast / Lunch is held at the end of every quarter to recognize students who have achieved academic excellence. We are especially grateful to Miss Rinas and her 2nd period Home Economics class for cooking a wonderful breakfast for our Middle School students.
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Lower School Student Council Fundraiser |
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The Lower School Student Council is collecting change to benefit Akron Children’s Hospital. All proceeds from this service project will help purchase “kid size” medical equipment and supplies. Please send in your loose change by the end of February to help reach our $250 goal.
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Shuttle News |
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Students who ride the shuttle between the Lower School and Upper School should be aware that the shuttle will not run if Shaker Heights schools are closed. If you see that Shaker is closed (and Lawrence is open), please make alternate transportation arrangements on that day.
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Girls' Basketball Tournament |
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The Girls' Basketball Tournament originally scheduled for 2/15 is postponed until Thursday, 3/1 at the Upper School. Participating teams include Lawrence, Old Trail, Lake Ridge, Phillips-Osborne and Canton Country Day School. Come support our Lady Lions!
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Thank you, Upper School Parents! |
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Our sincere gratitude goes out to all of the parents who helped prepare and serve the amazing food for the Upper School Teacher Appreciation luncheon on Thursday. Everything was delicious, and we are so impressed by all of the thought and hard work that you put into making our day special!
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Benefit Auction News |
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“The First Bell” Benefit Auction will be held at the Upper School on May 5th. Solicitation packets have been sent home. Thank you for asking your friends and favorite businesses for donations. Also, thank you to our first sponsors: Dana and Mario Morino, and Susan and Arthur Karas. Your generosity leads the way! Contact Jayne Eiben x 3107 for information.
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Recognizing Adolescent Depression |
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Next week, presenters from SPEA, the Suicide Prevention Education Alliance, will present “Recognizing Adolescent Depression” to 9th grade students as well as any student who is new to the Lawrence High School. Additional information will be sent home to families in the mail. Contact Mr. Culp with any questions at ext. 2115.
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Science Field Trip - Upper School |
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On Wednesday, 2/21, students in Physics, Physical Sciences, and Robotics will visit the Great Lakes Science Center to watch a demonstration on "Electricity: The Shocking Truth". Students need to wear school dress code and bring a sack lunch.
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Upper School "Life Savers" Support Group |
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Please join us for a special Lifesavers Parent Support Group session on Wednesday, 2/21 from 7:00-8:30 pm in the Theatre. SPEA, the Suicide Prevention Education Alliance of Northeast Ohio, will present “Recognizing Adolescent Depression and Risk for Suicide". Upper School parents are invited and encouraged to attend. RSVP to Mr. Culp at x2115.
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Lower School Parent Coffee |
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The next Lower School Parent Coffee is Thursday, 3/8 from 8–9:30 am. Mr. Jeff Petrulis will discuss the Upper School Program along with College Guidance. While this topic will be beneficial to all of our Lower School parents, we particularly encourage all of our 6th grade parents to attend.
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Achievement Testing - Middle School |
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A reminder to Middle School parents that Woodcock-Johnson achievement testing will continue through February and March. Results will be shared with families in late Spring. If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Walker at x2113.
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Drama Club Performances |
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Mark your calendars for March 29, 30 and 31 (Thurs. through Sat.) for the Drama Club production of Noel Coward's Private Lives. Performances take place in the new Upper School Theatre.
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Open House Recap |
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Our recent Open House events for prospective students were two of the largest in Lawrence history. We had 23 students represented for Lower School and 29 students represented for Upper School. Many families come to Open House through your referrals, so thank you for spreading the word!
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