Cougar Student Announcements

Tuesday, March 25

• ACT Test Makeup Day

Wednesday, March 26

• End of 3rd Quarter

Thursday, March 27 - Friday, April 4

• 😎 🔆 NO SCHOOL - Spring Break 🔆 😎

Monday, April 7

• School Resumes

Tuesday, April 8

• College Visit: 🔴 Iowa State University 🟡 @ 9:30 a.m. in Room B300-A. Sign Up!

The new recruits are trained and the Southside is back! This episode includes a reflection on the wrestling and the Olympic weightlifting teams' seasons, the boys hockey postseason run, and a repurposing of the Rare Birds teacher trivia. You'll also notice a new show introduction created by Maddie Heald.

National Honor Society applications are now available in Student Services and are due by Wednesday, March 26.

What is the National Honor Society?

The National Honor Society (NHS) is an organization that recognizes high school students for their academic achievement, leadership, service, and character.

Who is eligible for the National Honor Society?

Current sophomores and juniors with a GPA of 3.7 or higher are eligible. If you qualified, you would have received an email the week of March 3 with details on your eligibility and the application process.

One of your graduation requirements is to participate in the Senior Job Shadow. To fulfill this requirement, you must complete and submit the following by Monday, April 21:

1. Job Shadow Experience – Complete a minimum of 6 hours of job shadowing.
2. Job Shadow Reflection Assignment – Submit your completed reflection.
3. Mock Interview Questionnaire – Your job shadow mentor must submit this form.

Exemptions

The following students are exempt from the job shadow and its assignments:

• Full-time PSEO students
• Students who have completed and passed Career Investigations
• CNA students who have completed the necessary components

Capstone students are exempt from the job shadow experience but must still complete the Job Shadow Reflection Assignment.

If you have questions, please reach out to Mrs. Juaire (amy.juaire@isd194.org).

On Saturday, March 8 Lakeville South's Olympic Weightlifting Team Competed in the MN State High School Championships. Congratulations to the Cougars as they emerged from the meet with their 6th consecutive Varsity MN State Team Championship!! The Varsity had four State Champions: Three Varsity Women were crowned State Champions: Kacie Cordova, Teagan Bishop and Hannah Ebbighausen. Elijah Hathaway was the State Champion for Varsity Men.

Also competing and earning medals for the Varsity Women were: Alyssa Bucchanan - 2nd place, Chloe Krinkie - 2nd place and Emily Zeien - 3rd place. Competing for the Varsity men were: Grant Mayer - 2nd place, Jayden Mongeon - 2nd place, Carter Wendorff - 2nd place, Carter Mayer - 3rd, place, Pierce McKenzie - 3rd place, Kaleb Williams - 4th place, Owen Eicher - 5th place and Hayden Egner.

The Cougar JV team had previously won 6 consecutive State Titles, but this year finished 2nd to Moorhead. State Champions for JV Women: Anjalie Lor, Addison Eicher - who has also set several State Records and is ranked in the top 5 nationally. Lauren Hawkins placed 4th for the JV Cougar Women. Also competing was Helen Jager. State Champions for JV Men were: Jake Johnson and Tyler Havron. Garrett Stewart and Ellis Wohlhuter placed 2nd. Bryce Niedzelski placed 4th.

Last weekend, Encore represented MN at the ICHSA (International Championship of High School A Cappella) Great Lakes Semifinal at the Pabst Theater in Milwaukee! Encore represented Lakeville South with class, passion, and infectious enthusiasm. Their hard work and dedication truly shined on stage, and I’m proud to say that they were a class act in every way!

Out of 70 teams from Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, Encore was selected as one of the top 10 teams to advance to this semifinal. It’s an amazing accomplishment to be the second Minnesota team ever to reach this level of ICHSA status.

While we didn’t advance to the final round in New York City, our singers left everything on that stage and made an unforgettable impact. This journey has been an incredible experience for them, and their growth and excellence in performance were on full display. Here's a video of our performance. Congratulations to Julie Brott, Director of Choral Activities and the entire Encore group!

Save the date for Lakeville South Theatre's next can't-miss musical, Singin' in the Rain! Casting and ticket information coming soon!

Registration for the Lakeville Fishing Team 2025 season is open from 3/4/25 through 3/24/25. Students currently enrolled in an ISD 194 school and in 6th through 12th grade are eligible to participate. Visit the team website (www.lakevillefishingteam.org) for more information about the team, information regarding the registration meeting on 3/4/25, and a link to the registration form.

LAKEVILLE FISHING TEAM

Built for Success: Exploring Careers in Bricklaying, Carpentry & Finishing Trades

A speaker series hosted by Construction Careers Foundation

• Wednesday, March 26 6:30 - 7:15 PM
• Virtual (link provided upon registration)
• Register Today!

Discover valuable insights into apprenticeship programs, career opportunities, and the steps to building a successful future in construction!

At this FREE overnight event, students will learn about the admissions process at all colleges, financial aid, the senior year application timeline, college resources and more! Get mentoring from admission counselors! For more information and how to apply, visit: https://www.mn-acac.org/CAMP-COLLEGE

Who: Current Juniors (Class of 2026)

When: June 15-17, 2025

Where: St. Olaf College

• 2025 SHPE-TC Scholarships - Due date extended to March 24, 2025
• Burnsville Women of Today Scholarship - Due March 28, 2025
• NARI Cares, MN Trade School Scholarships - Due March 30, 2025
• Orlo A. Balcer Memorial Scholarship. Due March 30, 2025
  Frandsen Bank & Trust is proud to announce the fifth year of its scholarship program. This initiative reflects the bank’s ongoing commitment to supporting its customers and strengthening the community.

• Lakeville Chamber Foundation Scholarships - Due March 31, 2025

  The Lakeville Area Chamber Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, is focused on workforce readiness and leadership development. Scholarship amounts range from $500-$5000 and are awarded to Lakeville Area Schools (ISD194) graduating high school seniors to pursue continuing education, strengthen workforce development and obtain certain industry certifications. Application deadline is March 31 each year and recipients are notified in May of that year. For more information, and to apply, go to LakevilleChamber.org/Foundation. You can reach the Chamber at 952-469-2020 or info@LakevilleChamber.org.

• Page Grant Due April 1, 2025

• Alyssa Ettl Scholarship - 1 @ $1,500 Due April 15, 2025

  The Alyssa Ettl Memorial Scholarship awards multiple scholarships in the amount of $1,500 to Lakeville North and South seniors who live out their faith through their actions at school, in sports, at church or at work. The scholarship is in memory of Alyssa Ettl, a Lakeville North student who would have graduated in 2015 but was killed in a car accident in 2013. For complete information and application visit AEmemorial.org.

• The Salvation Army's Linden Scholarship - Due April 18, 2025

Normandale’s Admission Open House – April 1, 2025 4:00-7:00 p.m.

• Are you curious about what Normandale Community College has to offer? As Minnesota's largest community college, we're known for our cost-effective education, diverse student body, and commitment to making a real impact. For over 50 years, we've been shaping lives, and our graduates are out there making a difference in the world. Get ready for your start at Normandale! Tour Campus – Meet Faculty and Staff – Experience Student Life
  Complete your admissions application, course placements, financial aid application, and sign up for orientation. RSVP Here

• Tuesday, Mar. 25 ➟ ACT makeup day
• Wednesday, Mar. 26 ➟ End of 3rd Quarter
• Thursday, Mar. 27 - 31 ➟ NO SCHOOL for Students Spring Break

• Tuesday, Apr. 1 - Friday, Apr. 4 ➟ NO SCHOOL for Students Spring Break
• Monday, April 14 - Tuesday, April 15 ➟ MCA Science Test *All students who have Biology will test during their Biology class.
• Wednesday, April 16 - Thursday, April 17 ➟ MCA Science Test Makeups
• Friday, Apr. 18 ➟ NO SCHOOL
• Tuesday, April 22 ➟ Job Fair during school 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, Apr. 23 Change of Schedule
• Grade 9 ➟ Report to school at normal time - 8:00 a.m. Will attend a presentation by your Counselor. Where do I report?
• Grade 10 ➟ Report to school at normal time - 8:00 a.m. Will take the Reading MCA in your Cougar Time room.
• Grade 11 ➟ Report to school at normal time - 8:00 a.m. Will take the Math MCA in your Cougar Time room.
• Grade 12 ➟ Will have a two-hour late start and report to school at 10:00 a.m.
• All classes for all grades will run on the two-hour late start schedule beginning at 10:00 a.m. with the school day ending at 2:40 p.m.

Email: lshsannouncements@isd194.org
Website: https://lshs.isd194.org/
Location: 21135 Jacquard Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044
Phone: 952-232-3300
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Twitter: @ActivitiesLSHS