Lewisburg Area High School

Hello,

As the first day of school (Thursday, August 21) approaches, we're excited to share a few more details to help you get ready for a great year! In this newsletter, you'll find reminders, important updates, and resources to make the back-to-school transition as smooth as possible. Some of this information was shared in the last newsletter, but we've included it again for your viewing.

We can't wait to see all of you soon!

Mr. Popowycz

I'm excited to be joining the Lewisburg community this school year! Prior to this, I taught English and worked as the librarian at Danville High School, where I also supported drama productions and the public speaking team. Then in 2020, I transitioned to a role at Geisinger, serving as the Manager of Continuing Education in the Education Department. Now, I'm eager to return to public education. I live in Northumberland with my husband, Ryan, and our grumpy (but lovable) shih tzu, Fletcher. Outside of work, I enjoy baking, hiking, and traveling. I look forward to getting know everyone!

Hello everyone! I am beyond excited to join the Lewisburg Area School District community! I graduated from IUP with a degree in Special Education. When I'm not in the classroom I enjoy horseback riding, traveling, and hanging out with my family and dogs. I have a German Shepherd name Aspin and my boyfriend and I just rescued a Great Dane mix puppy that we named Fuji, after my favorite mountain in Japan! Go Dragons!

Hello! I grew up in Selinsgrove and attended Susquehanna University where I received a biology degree, teaching certificate and am currently working on my Masters degree. I now live in Sunbury with my wife Dorothyann and our three children. Our son Grayson is 4 and starting preschool, and we have twin girls Avalee and Eliza who will soon be 2. I enjoy spending time with my family, watching Nascar, building legos with my son, D&D, taking care of my reptiles, and spending time outside. I spent two years in the Harrisburg Area, and am looking forward to being a part of the Lewisburg Area staff as well as being closer to home.

I have been teaching in the Lewisburg school district for 10 years. I started my career at Linntown Intermediate School before transferring to the Middle School where I spent the last 9 years. Throughout my time at Lewisburg I've completed my Masters in Art Education and a Master of Fine Arts in Communication Design from Kutztown University. I'm excited to continue my teaching journey at the high school.

Please continue to update the PowerSchool Annual Updates. This will provide us with the most up-to-date information for you and your student, and by completing the update, you will be able to see student schedules.

On Wednesday, August 6, an email was sent to all students who are requesting a schedule change. We are actively working through that process and a counselor or administrator will contact you with the status of your request. The schedule change request Google Form will close on Wednesday, August 27.

Our Link Leaders are excited to welcome our 9th graders to LAHS. All 9th graders are invited to join them from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM on Wednesday, August 20 to get a head start on the year and become more familiar with the high school. This is a really valuable experience for our students and we love the opportunity that it provides to our new 9th grade students. Additionally, Link Leaders will be available during the first several days to assist with anything a student needs and will be available periodically throughout the year. Attached 9th grade families will find a letter with more information.

Event Details:

• When: Wednesday, August 20
• Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Where: LAHS

Seniors and Senior Parents:

Please see the attached document for details about senior portraits. This information was originally mailed out earlier this summer and serves as a reminder that the final portrait day is scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 12, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. No reservation is required—students may arrive at any time during the scheduled hours. The portrait session is expected to take less than 10 minutes.

First Day of School: Thursday, August 21

High School Doors Open: 7:20 AM

High School Doors Close: 7:47 AM

Breakfast: 7:25-7:47 AM

First Class: 7:50 AM, Attendance is taken at that time

End Time: 2:41 PM

Breakfast: Free for all Students

Lunch: $4.15, ($0.40 for students receiving reduced prices)

The high school has several bell schedules for various reasons throughout the year. The most regularly used bell schedule is our Flex Bell Schedule and our Club/Extended Flex Bell Schedule.

Thursday, August 21: We will operate on an AM Extended Flex Bell Schedule

Friday, August 22: We will operate on the Flex Bell Schedule

Above, you can click on Student Handbook to access the high school's student handbook.

• Tuesday, August 12: Senior Yearbook Portraits from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Tuesday, August 12: New Student Orientation (New to District) at 9:00 AM
• Tuesday, August 12: Last Laptop Distribution Date from 3:00-5:00 PM
• Wednesday, August, 13: SUN ATI, First Day of School
• Thursday, August 21: First Day of School
• Friday, August 29: LAHS Picture Day
• Monday, September 1: No School, Labor Day
• Wednesday, September 3: Open House from 6:00-8:00 PM