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The Panther Connection

LHS September Newsletter

The PantherConnectionLHS September Newsletter

Leave Your Mark, Panthers! | The 2026-2027 School Year Leave Your Mark, Panthers! | The 2026-2027 School Year

Honoring Our Roots. Building Our Future. Honoring Our Roots. Building Our Future.

Homecoming 2026 Information
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Homecoming Information

Litchfield High School will have an early release at 2:00 PM on Friday, September 18th. Please make arrangements ahead of time for your student’s transportation and afternoon plans.

We know September is a busy month, so we want to make sure this important schedule change is on everyone’s radar. Please mark your calendar now!

💜 A Few More Panther Reminders

Our September Panther Update also includes several upcoming activities and opportunities for students:

  • 🎉 Homecoming: Float & Hall Committee themes have been announced!
  • 📝 Homecoming Guest Forms: Available in the main office and must be approved before tickets are purchased.
  • 🍧 Kona Ice: Available Wednesday, September 16th. Students should bring $4 if they would like to purchase one.
  • 🍧 FREE Kona Ice: The first 100 students at the Tuesday, September 15th night soccer game at 4:30 PM will receive a free Kona Ice.
  • 🏈 Powder Puff: Sign-ups are available in the main office. Powder Puff is for juniors and seniors, and a parent release form must be signed.

Thank you for helping us keep our students and families informed!

💜 Go Panthers! 🐾

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Click here - Litchfield HS Website - Updated Summer 2026!
You can find information about academic, activities, and much more at our website!

Report Cards & Attendance Letters Report Cards & Attendance Letters

We’re making it easier than ever for families to stay informed about student progress! Progress reports and quarter report cards are available electronically through Skyward Family Access, allowing parents and guardians to conveniently access important information anytime.

To view your student’s progress report or report card, simply follow the 7 easy steps below.

You will also find attendance letters in the Portfolio section of Skyward along with report cards.

If you need to add an email address to your Skyward account or would like to verify that your contact information is up to date, please call the Litchfield High School office at 217-324-3955. We’re happy to help! Thank you for partnering with us to stay connected and support student success! 💜

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Marking Your Calendar Marking Your Calendar

  • Class Meetings Wednesday, September 3: HoCo Info (Float Building, Hall Decorating, etc.)
  • No School - Labor Day Monday, September 7
  • Blood Drive Friday, September 11 - Open to the community from 9am - 2pm
  • Homecoming Week Monday, September 14 to Saturday, September 19
  • Quarter 1 Progress Reports Friday, September 18
  • Josten's Class Ring Presentation (Sophomore) Monday, September 21
  • Josten's Graduation Presentation (Seniors) Tuesday, September 22
  • Quarter 1 Panther Points Announced Wednesday, September 23 (student emails)
  • Intruder/Lockdown Drill Thursday, September 24
  • 12:15 Dismissal Friday, September 25
  • Graduation & Class Ring Order Forms Due Tuesday, September 29
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Click here - List of important dates - District Calendar
Click here - 2026-2027 Bell Schedules - Litchfield High School
Litchfield High School Hours 8:00am - 3:00pm

Students Leaving Their Mark at LHS! Students Leaving Their Mark at LHS!

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In the Classroom:

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On the Field & Stage:

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In the Community:

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Psych Students studying the parts of a brain!

📚 Every day, our Panthers are leaving their mark in the classroom by asking questions, sharing ideas, collaborating with others, and challenging themselves to grow. Learning is more than completing an assignment, it’s about making connections, discovering new possibilities, and contributing something meaningful. We’re proud of the curiosity, creativity, and effort our students bring to the classroom each day!
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LHS Band at the home opener football game!

🎶 Our Panther Band kicked off the football season in style at our first game! Their hard work, energy, and Panther Pride were on full display as they filled the field with music. We’re proud of the mark they’re making both on the field and throughout our school community!
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LHS Boys Soccer team giving back!

⚽ Our LHS soccer players are leaving their mark beyond the field! They recently spent time with our middle school community athletes, sharing their knowledge, encouraging younger players, and building connections through the sport they love. Their willingness to give back, serve as positive role models, and inspire the next generation of Panthers is a great example of what Panther leadership looks like!

Panther Points Quarter 1 Information Panther Points Quarter 1 Information

Every student at Litchfield High School begins each semester with 100 Panther Points! Throughout the school year, students have opportunities to earn additional points by demonstrating positive choices, showing Panther Pride, and contributing to our school community. Points are added at progress report time and at the end of each quarter, giving students multiple opportunities throughout the year to build their totals. Be sure to check out the documents below for more information about how students can earn points, as well as our monthly focus areas, which provide additional opportunities to earn extra Panther Points! We’re excited to celebrate the many ways our Panthers Leave Their Mark each day! 💜

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Panther Points Q1 Bulletin Board Flyer
Flyer to see how LHS students earn points!
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Student Q1 Panther Points Document
Full document explaining panther points for Quarter 1
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Student Monthly Focus Posting
Students will Focus on Their Habits for August & September
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Hilary Wagenblast
Litchfield High School Principal
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