NOVEMBER 2025 BOLTS BULLETIN

⚡11/03/2025: Navy Recruiter Lunch Visit

⚡11/04/2025: Adams County Technical Institute (ACTI) Presentation to 10th grade

⚡11/05/2025: Winter Sports Parent Meeting @ 6pm

⚡11/05/2025: Picture Re-take Day

⚡11/07/2025: Veteran's Day Assembly

⚡11/10/2025: Harrisburg University of Technology Lunch Visit

⚡11/11/2025: Penn College of Technology Lunch Visit

⚡11/13/2025: Army Recruiter Lunch Visit

⚡11/14/2025: First Day of Winter Sports Season

⚡11/24/2025: Early Dismissal

⚡11/24/2025: Parent / Teacher Conferences

⚡11/25/2025: Early Dismissal

⚡11/25/2025: Parent / Teacher Conferences

⚡11/26/2025: In-Service (No Students)

⚡11/27-11/30/2025: Thanksgiving Break (No Students or Staff)

⚡ 12/10/2025: Mobile Dentist (Registration Required)

⚡ 12/13/2025: FBLA Bingo @ LHS @4pm

With the completion of the first quarter, there’s a great sense of excitement and accomplishment in the halls of Littlestown High School! Students and staff have worked hard to start the year strong, and we’re proud of the dedication and growth shown over the first nine weeks.

We’re also thrilled to celebrate our Field Hockey and Volleyball teams for earning spots in the District Playoffs! Their teamwork, determination, and school pride have been incredible to watch. We are also celebrating the individual success of Robbie Seubert who qualified for the District III Cross Country championship and Landon Bossom & Mason Peart who competed in the District III 2A boys' individual golf competition. Mason won first place in the boy's individual golf championship which earned him a place in the State tournament. Congratulations to the players and coaches on this outstanding achievement — the Thunderbolt spirit is shining bright!

Congratulations on finishing Quarter 1 strong. Continue supporting one another as we move into the next part of the school year. Go Bolts!

Dr. Becker, Ed.D.

LHS Principal

Are you a LHS student looking for a job?

If you are between 14 years old and 18 years old, you will need a work permit.

Click here to apply: WORK PERMITS

Note: (18 year olds do not need work permits)

Parent: This LHS Webpage gives you general information on what hours your student can/cannot work during the school year, summer vacations, etc.

Check out our Career Exploration Webpage

ARE YOU A LHS STUDENT NEEDING FOOD, HYGIENE PRODUCTS, 0R CLOTHING?

The Cares Closet is open! Check out our new space located in the Counseling Office. We are across from the Gold Gym.

Email Mrs. Meakin to make an appointment or stop by.

WINTER COATS:

Through a partnership with a local organization, winter coats will once again be available this year for LASD students. Please send an email to Mrs. Meakin by November 7th to start the request process.

💰 DONATION RECEIVED 💰

The Thunderbolt Foundation is pleased to announce a generous donation of $1,000 from AMERICAN BIKERS ON A MISSION to support our Cares Closet initiative. This vital contribution enables us to continue supplying essential items—including food, sneakers, clothing, and hygiene products—to students in need.

We extend our deepest gratitude for this ongoing support. This year's gift is particularly significant as they announced a major milestone: they have now donated a cumulative total of $500,000 to support families and programs dedicated to helping those in need. Their commitment to community support is truly commendable.

Do you need a transcript for employment or for an institution of higher education?

Use this link to request your transcript.

What is OVR?

OVR is a government agency that provides services to individuals who have a diagnosed disability. OVR offers services that allow adults to "prepare for, obtain or maintain employment." At the high school level, OVR offers transition planning to students.

What are Pre-ETS services?

"Pre-employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) help students learn about themselves, practice work skills, explore training options and choose a job...A group of students may be referred to OVR by school staff in collaboration with their local district office. A completed Pre-ETS Referral Form is required for each student.

How do I connect with OVR and/or Pre-ETS?

11/04/2025: OVR representative Hailey Miller will meet with eligible students
11/20/2025: Pre-ETS representative Ashley Rader will meet with eligible students

How do I get more information about OVR and/or Pre-ETS & do I qualify? Contact Mrs. Rodriguez

More information about Transition Planning and Pre-ETS can be found at https://www.pasecondarytransition.com/ and https://www.pasecondarytransition.com/sub-indicator/ovr

This year the school district has partnered with Family First Health Mobile Dentist to provide dental care to any students 18 and under. The dentist will be here on December 10, 2025. If you would like your student to participate in this program please go to the following link and register your student: https://familyfirsthealth.jotform.com/251734387844063.

With winter weather fast approaching please be sure that your students are wearing proper clothing and footwear for the weather and being cautious when walking and driving in the winter weather. Also, remember that the temperature in the building can be unpredictable as well, so please be sure that your students have water bottles with them so that they can stay hydrated.

Reminder students can not carry any medications with them in school. This includes cough drops and over the counter medications like Tylenol, Ibuprofen, vitamins, or supplements. If your student needs to have medication or needs a cough drop, Tylenol or Ibuprofen, they can visit the health room for these medications. Students are not allowed to bring in prescription medication to the health office, according to school policy all medication must be bought in by a parent and guardian and the parent or guardian will need to sign the medication in with the health office.

The health room does not have any allergy/cold medicine. If your child needs allergy/cold medicine please be sure that they are taking it prior to coming to school and that it will last for 8 hours to get the student through the day.

If you have a student that is in 11th grade, please turn in their physical forms to the health office along with an updated immunization form if you have not already done so.

Please be sure that your student(s) are eating breakfast in the morning so that they can have the fuel they need to get through the morning and be ready to learn. Breakfast is free for all students this year in the cafeteria. Please remind students to stop by and grab something to eat so that they can be fueled to start their day.

Click here to register for the Mobile Dentist.

Family First Health Mobile Dentist Letter (English)

Family First Health Mobile Dentist Letter (Spanish)

As the fall sports season comes to a close, we celebrate the tremendous accomplishments of our student-athletes and teams. Across all programs, our athletes demonstrated perseverance, overcame challenges, and grew not only as competitors but as teammates and leaders.

We are proud to recognize the success of our field hockey and volleyball teams, both of which earned berths in the district playoffs due to their skill, dedication, and teamwork. A special congratulations goes out to our football program for earning the Division III Officials Sportsmanship Award. This honor highlights the character, integrity, and respect consistently shown by our coaches and players, who truly embody the values of Thunderbolt Athletics both on and off the field.

Congratulations as well to sophomore Mason Peart, who qualified for the state tournament, capping off a season defined by hard work and outstanding performance, and to junior Robert Seubert, who achieved a personal best at the District 3 Class AA Cross Country Championship. These achievements are a testament to the resilience, commitment, and determination of our student-athletes and coaching staff.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our senior fall athletes for their leadership, dedication, and lasting contributions to their teams and to the Littlestown athletic program. Your commitment and sportsmanship has left a meaningful legacy for future Thunderbolts to follow.

A special thank you also goes out to our outstanding cheer team and fantastic band, whose energy, enthusiasm, and school spirit elevated every event. Their presence helped create an unforgettable atmosphere for both players and fans throughout the season under the Friday night lights.

Looking ahead, the winter sports season begins with Meet the Coach Night on Wednesday, November 5, from 6–7 PM at Littlestown High School. This event provides families and athletes with important information about expectations, schedules, and training opportunities. Tryouts begin Thursday, November 14, marking the start of another exciting season of Thunderbolt Athletics.

We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Tre Woodyard as our new boys’ basketball coach. Coach Woodyard brings a wealth of experience as both a player and coach at various schools, and we look forward to the leadership, knowledge, and energy he will bring to our program.

Congratulations to our Soccer Players who were awarded YAIAA Division III Honors:

BOYS SOCCER:

1st Team: Gavin Lee, Victor Guzman

2nd Team: Alex Lua

Honorable Mention: Kyle Kauffman

GIRLS SOCCER:

1st Team: Benedicte Mukala Parker

2nd Team: Tori Childs

Congratulations to our Field Hockey Players who were awarded YAIAA Division III Honors:

OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR:

Reese Rucker

1ST TEAM:

Reese, Libby Brown, Hayden Lawyer, Penelope Lawyer, Norah Meyers, Yvanna Stambaugh

HONORABLE MENTION:

Isabella Kile, Hannah Barthel

SENIOR ALL STAR PARTICIPANTS:

Reese Rucker, Libby Brown, Hannah Barthel, Riley Reaver, Ava Mathews, Aubrey Norris

FIRST PLACE WINNERS!

Gettysburg Halloween Parade 10/21/2025

GETTYSBURG HALLOWEEN PARADE

Cheerleading Halloween parade theme: “Porcelain Storm” — creepy dolls with major spirit!

Thank you to Halo Photography for capturing our student/athletes in action.

🪦 Cemetery Demography Lab 🪦

Students enrolled in AP Environmental Science conducted a cemetery demography lab at Mount Carmel Cemetery in order to investigate population growth within different eras of human society. Students will take this information to create survivorship curves and identify cultural, social and technological advancements that contribute to reproductive rates. Thank you Mr. Polashuk for the fun and educational experience.

THE BOLT BUZZ

The Bolt Buzz staff is currently hard at work on their second issue of the school newspaper and developing the newspaper website. The staff writers and editors are all learning and reviewing web design as well as practicing how to write according to Associated Press (AP) style. More information will be available by mid-November.

🐝🟡🔵 Join the hive by reading the first issue here. 🔵🟡🐝

🎃 LHS Pumpkin Patch 🎃

On Oct. 6th, 1st graders from Alloway Creek Elementary School visited the LHS FFA's pumpkin patch. Our Horticulture students taught them how pumpkins grow, and each student was able to pick out their very own pumpkin to take home. Horticulture students have been working tirelessly since the start of school to keep the pumpkin patch watered because of the current drought.

🍊 FFA Fruit & Poinsettia Sale 🍎

It's that time of year again when the LHS FFA holds its annual Fruit & Poinsettia sale. Help support a good cause, order now.

Orders must be received by November 19, 2025. Payment must be included and made payable to: Littlestown FFA
Fruit pick up: December 9th from 2:30pm-5pm in the LHS Ag shop
Poinsettias pick up: December 11th: 2:30pm-5pm in the LHS Greenhouse

Questions? Email Mr. Brant or Mrs. Tull

2025 98th National FFA Convention-Day

🥉 AGRONOMY TEAM 🥉

The Agronomy team earned a Bronze medal. As individuals, Ava Chiarutinni led the team earning a Silver medal, and the three remaining members: Kaitlyn Heare, Jacob Frock, and Hailey Wiles earned Bronze individual medals. The team and individuals did not receive complete results with #’s and placings yet. The FFA officials said they would be released later.

🥈FORESTRY TEAM🥈

The Littlestown FFA Forestry team earned a Silver medal plaque. The team was led by Jonah Myers who earned both a Gold Medal and had the high score with a perfect 100% on the chainsaw practicum. The other three team members: Makenzie Feeser, Elijah Myers, and Jaxon Weigle earned individual Silver medals.

FBLA REGIONAL & STATE LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS

The LHS FBLA attended Regional and State Leadership workshops in October & early November. Click here to read all about the FBLA experience.

🎷 PMEA District 7 Band Auditions 🎺

December 6, 2025 @ Eastern York

🎵💛 Indoor Percussion Season 🎵💙

Show: "Handbook for the Recently Deceased"

Audition Sign-ups start in November

🎶 LHS Winter Concert 🎶

January 21, 2026 @ 7:00pm

Featuring LHS Band & Choir

🎼 🧳 Semi-Annual Music Department Trip 🎼 🧳

Going in April 2026 to Boston

🌽 MEXICAN STREET CORN 🌽

BASIC CULINARY CLASS had an interesting lesson learning to make Mexican Street Corn. Students got to pick the corn from our own student grown corn field, clean the corn, and make the recipe. Thank you Mrs. Dull for the fun lesson.

🎃🕷️ HALLOWEEN WARS 🎃🕷️

Mrs. Motter and Mrs. Dull's Culinary Students competed in Halloween Wars. Students were given a cake box mix, Ingredients for rice krispies, a small pumpkin, & up to 2 extra items. Staff got to hear students explain their themes & sample the creations. What a fun lesson for students and a great treat for staff!