LHS Blue Knights Weekly Update

All School Art Show

The Lunenburg Public Schools Art Department and Lunenburg Public Library proudly present:
The Annual All School Art Show

Join us in celebrating the creativity of students from across the Lunenburg district. This is a great chance for families to see the work that is being made at all grade levels. For students it’s an excellent chance to get inspired and get a sense of what art classes they may want to take in the future.

The All School Art Show will be on display in the Wallace Community Room at the Lunenburg Public Library from January 16th through February 12th. There will be a reception on Thursday February 5th from 6 - 7:30pm and will also have craft workshops for all to engage with.

!!PRESIDENTS DAY PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT!!

Get ready to dink, serve & rally at the 2026 Presidents Day Pickleball Tournament! Co-Hosted by the Lunenburg Skate Park Project and the Eagle House Supporters, this fun and competitive event welcomes players of all ages and skill levels — with fantastic prizes and great community vibes! 

Want even more impact? We’re offering sponsorship opportunities for local businesses and supporters! From Event and Tournament Sponsors to Court and Match Sponsors, it’s a great way to boost your visibility while supporting a fantastic cause. 

Learn more about the event & register: https://lunenburgskatepark.com/Pickleball-Tournament-2026/

Check out sponsor levels & benefits: https://lunenburgskatepark.com/pickleball-tournament.../

Let’s make this tournament a smashing success together!

PACSAL Meeting

Please join us for our upcoming PACSAL meetings. See attached flyers for more details! Feb 5th-Behavioral Support Group.png Jan 28 Pacsal Coffee Connections.png

PACSAL is a group that supports all our learners, including students on IEPs, 504 plans, English Language Learners (ELs), and Title I students - although everyone is welcome to attend!

Please join us if you can!

France/ Switzerland Trip 2027

Registration is open for the France/Switzerland trip in April of 2027. This trip is open to all rising 8th - 11th graders (grades 9-12 in 2027). Please see Ms. Ayer in room B204 or email her at jayer@lunenburgschools.net with any questions. Here is the link for information and to register, and a slideshow about the trip.

For students interested in learning more about the France / Switzerland trip for April of 2027, there will be a meeting in the high school project room on Tuesday, January 27th at 6:00 PM for parent/guardians and students. This is intended for students and parents who were unable to attend the December meeting. The deadline to register to receive $100 off is February 1, 2026. Contact Ms. Ayer in room B204 with any questions you might have. jayer@lunenburgschools.net

Click here for the trip website and to register

There will be an interest meeting for students and parent/guardians interested in traveling to France and Switzerland in April of 2027. The meeting is on Tuesday, January 27th, at 6:00 pm in room B204. This is for students and parent/guardians who haven't already attended a meeting. Please email Ms. Jessica Ayer with any questions you may have: jayer@lunenburgschools.net

Register for the trip using our trip website.

LMHS Health and Wellness Survey

Parent Notification

We will be conducting a Health and Wellness Survey for grades 6-12 on Tuesday January 27 though Thursday January 29. The questions contained in this survey are designed to obtain student’s opinions about a number of health and wellness questions. This information will be used to guide the health curriculum for both the middle school and high school.

In order for the results to be the most accurate it is extremely important for students to be as

honest as possible on this survey. This survey is completely confidential and voluntary.

Since it is an anonymous survey NO NAMES or PERSONAL INFORMATION will be collected. Also, students may skip any questions they do not wish to answer.

If you would like to review the survey questions, please use this link: LMHS Health and Wellness Survey 2026 - Google Forms.pdf

If you have any questions or do not want your student to participate in the survey, please email:

Katie McGuire RN @ kmcguire@lunenburgschools.net

LMHS January Breakfast and Lunch Menus

January Breakfast/Lunch Menu

2026 High School Yearbook Information

The link to order the 2026 Yearbook is below. The current price of $95 is good through 12/31/25

https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A03488600

Senior parents:

Here is the link to purchase a senior recognition ad for your son or daughter. The cost is $40. It is done through the Jostens website. Please do not email ads to Mrs. Yourk

https://www.jostens.com/apps/jcom/router.mvc?affiliateId=1065792

You can use the link below to upload the senior portrait that you want included in the yearbook. Just make sure that you select "portrait" and not "student life" and that it is a portrait and not in "landscape" orientation. Let me know if you have any questions. These are due on Friday, January 9th.

https://photos.jostens.com/BXMHAN

National Honor Society Peer Tutoring UPDATE

The LHS National Honor Society is offering peer tutoring to any student in grade 6-12. Peer tutoring will occur every Tuesday and Thursday after school from now till the end of the school year. Tutoring will be located in the LMHS library from 2:35-3:30pm. All are welcome. No appointment necessary.

The Knightly News

LHS Newspaper

The Knightly News is now available! Catch up on the latest club and sports accomplishments, pictures from spirit week, and even movie reviews! View the newspaper here at https://sites.google.com/lunenburgschools.net/lhsknightlynews

A Message from Lunenburg Public Schools

“Consistent with Massachusetts regulations, 603 CMR 26.05(1), the
Lunenburg Public Schools, through its curricula and materials, encourages
respect for the human and civil rights of all individuals, regardless of
race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin or sexual
orientation. In accordance with district guidelines, families may request
information from the building principal on available accommodations
related to curriculum content.”

LMHS Student Art Displayed on our Instagram page

This is a gentle a reminder for families that throughout the school year they will be able to see examples of student art on the Art Department's Instagram page. They can find it @ blue_knights_gallery

Back to School Forms

Please complete the ‘Back to School” forms if you have not already done so for this year.

LHS Back To School Forms

From the LHS School Counseling Office:

Guidance Counselor assignments are as follows:

Jeff Dionne- Student last name starting with A-G

Gail Okerman- Student last name starting with H-M

Jon Ciullo- Student last name starting with N-Z

LHS COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN:

Lunenburg High School is pleased to announce that Community Scholarship Applications are now open for the Class of 2026. Over 50 scholarships will be awarded and we encourage all graduating seniors to apply.

Students should visit the School Counseling Office to pick up copies of the scholarship applications. Applications have also been posted in the Guidance 2026 Google Classroom.

All Community Scholarship Applications must be returned to the School Counseling Office by 2:30 PM on Thursday, March 12th, unless otherwise noted. Please contact Mrs. Sandra Sheehy (ssheehy@lunenburgschools.net) for additional information or with any questions.

Lunenburg Community Scholarships Information Cover Letter

Lunenburg Community Scholarship Application

We encourage you to visit the LHS School Counseling Office Scholarship Page on the District Website and Student Scholarship Opportunities for more outside scholarship information and opportunities.

GREATER WORCESTER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION - SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN:

The Greater Worcester Community Foundation’s Scholarship Application is now open. They will be awarding scholarships to high school seniors from Worcester County through their 150+ scholarship funds. By completing just ONE application, students can be matched with the scholarships that they are eligible for. Whether you are considering a 2 yr or 4 yr college or a Trade School, this one application may match you to multiple scholarships. Many of the scholarships are specifically designed to support students in Greater Worcester County. The GWCF's scholarship program has become the largest source of scholarship support for students from the Worcester County area.

Note: The Application Deadline is 11:59 PM, February 25, 2026 - The link will disappear after that time. For more information and for the Online Application link, please visit the

Greater Worcester Community Foundation website

AP ANNOUNCEMENT:

The College Board's late fee of $40 per exam is now in place. The original cost for each exam is $103, making the new cost $143 per exam.

Register and Pay Here:

www.TotalRegistration.net/AP/221255

If you require financial assistance, please email or come by my office. The current cost for each exam is now $143 per exam. Register and pay online at TotalRegistration: www.TotalRegistration.net/AP/221255

Please have a credit/debit card ready and use the same info you used to join AP Classroom.

Key dates:

Mar 2, 2026: Partial refunds available (cancellation fee $42).

Mar 6, 2026 (11:59 p.m.): Registration closes.

Mar 9, 2026: Final payment deadline.

Need financial assistance or taking an exam not listed? Contact Mr. Jon Ciullo at jciullo@lunenburgschools.net

SENIOR COLLEGE AND CAREER PLANNING:

To continue planning for your future:

Students are encouraged to work closely with their school counselor as they navigate through this process. It is important that students are aware of the admission requirements and deadlines for the schools they are applying to. Here is a link to a college application specific guide that students can refer to:

2026 College Planning for Seniors

As most Early Action deadlines have passed, students who are applying for Regular Decision should be working with their school counselor on getting their applications done before their deadlines.

Fall Sports Photos

http://photosbyjenn.ordersportspix.com/105664

Saturday 1/24/26

Track “Coaches Invitational” @ RLC 10am

V Ice Hockey @ Oakmont 7pm

Sunday 1/25/26

Girls JV/V Basketball @ Leominster 10/11:30am

Monday 1/26/26

Girls Ice Hockey @ Franklin 5:30pm

V Ice Hockey @ Leominster 6:30pm

Tuesday 1/27/26

MS Basketball vs Burbank 3:30/ 4:30pm

Boys JV/V Basketball vs Hudson 5/ 6:30pm

Girls JV/V Basketball @ Hudson 5/ 6:30pm

Wednesday 1/28/26

Track @ Fitchburg 5pm

Gymnastics @ Acton-Boxborough 6:30pm

Thursday 1/29/26

MS Basketball @ Maynard 3:30/ 4:30pm

Girls Ice Hockey vs Auburn 6:30pm

Friday 1/30/26

Girls JV/V Basketball @ Maynard 4:30/ 6pm

**Senior Night** Boys JV/V vs Maynard 6/ 7:30pm

Saturday 1/31/26

Girls Ice Hockey vs Algonquin 12pm

**Jake Thibeault Tournament** V Ice Hockey vs Littleton 2pm

Sunday 2/1/26

**League Meet** Track @ RLC 9am