News from the Nest
September 29, 2026
BTSN VIDEO
We had a great Back-to-School Night last week, and enjoyed getting to see so many of our families to help kickstart the school year. If you weren't able to join us, you can view a copy of the welcome video below. As always, please feel free to reach out to your child's teachers via email with any questions or concerns.
SPIRIT WEEK
This week is our homecoming SPIRIT WEEK! Earn points for your class by participating in themed days throughout the week. On Friday, we will follow a modified schedule to allow for our pep rally, where you will meet this year's homecoming court! The 2026 homecoming royalty will be crowned at halftime of the football game vs. Kipp Cooper Norcross Academy.
Please remember to send your spirit week photos to kroche@ltps.org if you'd like to be featured on our TVs and social media pages!
PICTURE DAYS
Picture Days for underclassmen (grades 9, 10, and 11) are on Tuesday, September 29 and Wednesday, September 30. Students will be brought to the auditorium by their PE/Health teacher during their assigned class period.
Picture Retake Day: Tuesday, October 27
HOMECOMING DANCE
The homecoming dance is this Saturday, October 3 at the German-American Society. Students must bring their ticket and school ID to enter. As a reminder, tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.
EARLY DISMISSAL
Students will have an early dismissal on Wednesday, October14, which is a Professional Development Day for staff.
LIFEGUARDS NEEDED
Interested in working as a lifeguard during home LHS swim meets this winter? Please stop down to the athletic office. Students must be Red Cross Lifeguard certified to apply.
CARDINAL NEST TUTORING
The National Honor Society peer-to-peer tutoring program will start up on Wednesday, September 30. For those of you not familiar with the program, here is a quick overview:
- Held every Wednesday during Resource 1 and 2
- Meets in the Library Conference Room
- NHS tutors provide tutoring in all major content areas (for free)
- We are often able to provide language support/tutoring for ELL students. If you could use support in another language, please reach out to Mrs. McSheene
- Students must have a SmartPass to attend. Resource teachers can write a pass for students, or content area teachers can schedule a pass ahead of time.
- All students should be checking in with their resource period teacher first for attendance.
LATE BUS
The late bus runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays and leaves at 4 p.m. Students must sign up in Room 319 by 12:45 p.m. each day that they wish to ride.
THE CARDINAL CONNECTION
The LTPS guidance office's monthly publication, The Cradinal Connection, aims to keep families, students, and staff connected to resources and supports and to share updates from the counseling and student services departments. Check out the school year's first edition here!
STEM SOCIETY
GREEN ACTION TEAM
STEM SOCIETY
GREEN ACTION TEAM
SHH
THEATER COMPANY
DECA
DEBATE CLUB
TANGENTS
PEER BUDDIES
LAWRENCIAN
MATH LEAGUE
DRIVER'S ED
TEEN PEP
KNITTING & CROCHET
PTO MEETING
Join the LMS/LHS PTO for their first meeting of the school year on Tuesday, October 13 at 7 p.m. in the LHS library. You can also check out their most recent fall flyer here for updates on upcoming fundraisers!
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to lmslhspto@gmail.com.
CRAFT FAIR VENDORS
The PTO is seeking vendors for its upcoming craft fair in November. Do you have handmade goods, artwork, tasty bites, or unique finds you'd like to sell? Check out the flyer linked below or click here to register!
BAKE SALE
The class of 2028 will be holding a bake sale during the homecoming football game this Friday, October 2. All items are priced $1-$5. If you have any questions, contact cmendicino@ltps.org.
THRIFT SHOP
Last weekend's first Fall Thrift Shop was a big success! But if you missed it, you still have one more chance to shop for some special finds. Join us on Saturday, October 10 for some unbeatable deals. Every item is priced between $1-$5, and from 2-3 p.m. guests are invited to fill a bag for just $10!
BULB FUNDRAISER
LAPS FOR A CAUSE
Save the date for Student Council's annual Laps for a Cause fundraiser on Saturday, October 24. The event will be held on the LHS track from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., and all proceeds will help support breast cancer research. Stay tuned for more information as we get closer to the event!
HALLOWEEN RUN, WALK, & FAMILY FUN
Lace up your sneakers (and your costume) for a great cause this fall. On Sunday, October 25, HomeFront is hosting its annual Halloween 5K Run, 1 Mile Walk, and Preschooler Pumpkin Dash at 502 Carnegie Center in Princeton. Every step supports local kids impacted by poverty, housing instability, and homelessness. Registration is $40 for the 5K, $25 for the 1 mile walk, and $10 for the preschooler dash. Prices go up after October 17, so sign up early! Bring the whole family and help make a difference in our community. Register here.
Teachers, students, and staff can join or support our team here!
WORD POWER
Japanese: "Autumn's voice," which refers to the collective sounds of the season, such as the wind rustling dry leaves.
GOOD HUMOR
Q: Why should you always wear glasses in math class?
A: Because they help with da-vision
PSAT DAY
- October 20 - A modified schedule for the day will be shared in the next newsletter.
TEACHER CONFERENCE SCHEDULING
- October 26 (Portal Opens) - Instructions will be shared in the next newsletter.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Past newsletters are always available on our high school website and Facebook page.
District News
Check out the latest edition (and others) of the LTPS Quick News for district announcements! Click HERE to see the archives or to sign up on the mailing list!
Stay Connected
Email: kroche@ltps.org
Website: www.ltps.org/LHS
Location: 2525 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ, 08648
Phone: 609-671-5510
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