Thunderbolt Newsletter

Students are invited to dress as their favorite book character on Monday, March 2nd! Whether it's a classic novel character, a graphic novel superhero, or anyone from the pages of a book. Come dressed and ready to celebrate reading. Need inspiration? Think Spiderman, Harry Potter, Katniss, Elsa, or any character that brings a story to life. It it's from a book, it counts!

Of course, please make sure all outfits are school appropriate and meet dress code standards.

We would like to wish all of our students and families a wonderful and relaxing Spring Break from March 16th through March 20th!

We hope this time provides an opportunity to rest, recharge, and enjoy special moments together. Our students have been working hard, and we are excited for them to take a well-deserved break.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the school year strong!

Have a safe and enjoyable Spring Break!

Friday, March 13th is an Early Release Day. Optional Parent-Teacher Conferences are available in the afternoon by appointment. Conferences may be scheduled through the office.

Annual Verification for the 2026–27 school year will open on March 16th. At that time, please take a few minutes to complete your student’s online registration for the upcoming school year. This process is necessary for ALL students returning to LHUSD. All registration is completed through ParentVUE. If you already have a ParentVUE account, simply log in and select Annual Verification for Returning Students to review and submit your information. If you do not yet have an account, you will need to create one to complete the registration process.

Please note that updated proof of Arizona residency is required each school year, even if no changes have occurred, as mandated by the state. You may upload your documentation during the online registration process or provide a hard copy to the school office.

If you have any questions or need assistance with ParentVUE or online registration, please contact the office—we are happy to help.

Thank you for completing this process in a timely manner.

From March 23rd through April 10th, our students will participate in Arizona State Testing, including scheduled make-up days for any missed assessments.

Throughout the year, students have worked diligently to build their skills and knowledge. This testing window is simply an opportunity for them to demonstrate what they have learned. We are already incredibly proud of their hard work and growth. There will be no additional test preparation, as our goal is for students to feel confident, calm, and ready to do their best without added pressure.

We appreciate your partnership in supporting your child during this time. Encouraging words, a good night’s sleep, and a healthy breakfast each morning can make a meaningful difference in helping them feel prepared and focused.

Attendance during the testing window is very important. Please make every effort to ensure your child arrives to school on time each day. We also kindly request that classroom interruptions be kept to a minimum before 10:00 a.m., so students can fully concentrate on their assessments.

Thank you for your continued support and for working with us to help our students succeed.

March 23rd - March 25th: 8th graders take the AASA Science Test followed by make up days.

March 30th: All students take the AASA Writing Test.

March 31st - April 1st: All students take the AASA ELA Test followed by make up days.

April 7th - April 8th: All students take the AASA Math Test followed by make up days.

April 9th-10th: Final make up days for any test missed.

We’re excited to announce that our Middle School Spring Gala Dance will take place on March 5th from 5:00–7:00 PM.

Tickets are on sale now for $10 each thru March 4th. Tickets at the door will be $15. Students can purchase tickets before school each day.

The dance will be a fun and festive evening with music, refreshments available, and time for students to enjoy being together in a safe, supervised environment.

Students should be picked up promptly by 7:00 PM.

We look forward to a wonderful evening!

March 6th: Red vs Black (7th grade Red, 8th grade Black)

March 9th: Dress to UN-impress (comfy clothes)

March 10th: Soccer mom vs BBQ dad (no props)

March 11th: Tye Dye

March 12th: Throwback Thursday

March 13th: Green and Gold (St. Patrick's Day)

Please make sure all outfits meet dress code standards and are school appropriate.

Come and join us for our Campus Clean Up on March 11th. Student Council will supervise this event. Please meet at the flagpole in front of the school by 7:00 a.m. and help us keep our campus beautiful.

For the safety of all students, identification will be required for student pick-up. Any adult picking up a student must present a valid photo ID and be listed as an approved contact in the student’s records. Please be prepared to show your ID each time you arrive for pick-up, as staff will not release students without proper identification (a picture of your ID on your phone will work). Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and secure school environment.

As a friendly reminder, families are encouraged to check their child's school meal account balance from time to time. If a balance is due, we appreciate your help in keeping accounts current. You may register on LinqConnect.com to see the amount due and make a payment or contact our food service department directly.

Support is available for families who may need it. If you have questions about meal payments or would like information about free or reduced-price meal programs, please contact the school office. We're always happy to help.

What is Title 1 Tutoring?

An opportunity to help students better understand and engage with their classroom lessons.

An opportunity to prepare students for upcoming assignments, quizzes, and exams.

An opportunity to build skills and confidence so students can work successfully on their own.

Interested in signing up for Title 1 Tutoring, contact Mrs. Nowakowski (928) 854-7250 or cnowakowski@lhusd.org.

• Ran by Mrs. Bonsang and Mrs. Weeks
• Every Monday and Tuesday 3pm-4pm
• Students report to the library at dismissal

Need help with homework?

Need a quiet space to complete an assignment?

Need to make up an assessment?

Missing assignments?

Join us for Homework Help

• Ran by Mr. Rolls and Mrs. Bunnell
• Every Monday and Tuesday, 3pm-4pm
• Student report to the library at dismissal

With warmer weather approaching, we will soon be seeing signs of scorpion weed blooming. Please be aware of this plant. It has dark green leaves with a dark purple bloom. The name scorpion weed comes from the small hair-like projections on the stalk. Watch for a local itchy rash similar to poison oak or ivy, usually on hands, legs, and feet. The rash from scorpion weed can last from a few days to over a week, and does not have a specific treatment. Calamine lotion and Benadryl are common to use for this rash. Aloe Vera lotion can lessen the pain and itchiness as well as help the healing process. Isolating the rash and frequently washing hands is a great way to prevent spreading the rash over more parts of the body.

Please open the attachment to check out this months Counselor's newsletter as we focus on developing a growth mindset.

Our lost and found is growing. As the weather turns warmer, many jackets are finding their way to lost and found. There are glasses, jewelry, etc. in the small bins. Please encourage your students to collect their lost items.

Join our Altitude Trampoline Park fundraiser for Thunderbolt NJHS! 🎉 Get discounted tickets usable through March 31, 2026.

Family 4‑Pack — $55 (4 × 90‑min passes, value $80). If 125 sell, we get 50% of proceeds. 60‑Min Jump Pass — $8 each. If 125 sell, we get 50% of proceeds.

Buy here or scan the QR on the flyer: https://lakehavasu.altitudetrampolinepark.com/fundraiser/en-us/home

Thanks for supporting Thunderbolt NJHS!

We are thrilled to announce our new app for mobile phones. Stay up-to -date with access to events, documents, news from administration, student stories, and even emergency notifications.

You can download the app for free on Google Play or Apple App Store.

Android: https://bit.ly/41aRMcJ

iPhone: https://apple.co/3Rv9pAB

Check out our Facebook page! Click the link below to give us a follow. Thanks for your support!

Visit https://www.tboltbookstore.com to make purchases online! Online ordering is easy, convenient and time saving! Returning users can login or request a password reset on the home screen. First time login? Username is the same as your ParentVUE username and then set up your password. Please call 928-854-7246 for trouble or questions regarding online purchases.