Cougar Student Announcements

Happening this Week
Monday, Nov. 18
- No events
Tuesday, Nov. 19
- ๐ 5:00pm Ice Hockey: Girls JV Game vs. Prior Lake @ Lakeville Hasse Arena
- ๐๐ป 6:00pm Dance Team: Varsity SSC Event vs. Multiple Schools @ Burnsville High School Online ticket sales only Live streaming is available for purchase at https://prepspotlight.tv/MSHSL Times: 6:35 pm โ B jazz / 7:01 pm โ JV jazz / 7:46 pm โ Varsity jazz
- ๐ 7:00pm Ice Hockey: Girls Varsity Game vs. Prior Lake @ Lakeville Hasse Arena
Wednesday, Nov. 20
- ๐ซ College Visit: Augsburg University 10:30 a.m. Sign Up!
- ๐ซ College Visit: Concordia College at Moorhead 11:00 a.m. Sign Up!
Thursday, Nov. 21
- ๐ 3:30pm Ice Hockey: Boys JV Scrimmage vs. Owatonna @ Owatonna Steele County Four Seasons Centre East Rink
- ๐ 4:45pm Ice Hockey: Boys Varsity Scrimmage vs. Owatonna @ Owatonna Steele County Four Seasons Centre East Rink
- ๐ 5:00pm Ice Hockey: Girls JV Game vs. Breck @ Lakeville Hasse Arena
- ๐ 7:00pm Ice Hockey: Girls Varsity Game vs. Breck @ Lakeville Hasse Arena
Friday, Nov. 22
- ๐ญ 7:00pm LSHS Theatre's Fall Production of Clue Tickets **Opening Night!**
Saturday, Nov. 23
- ๐ 1:00pm Ice Hockey: Boys JV Game (Date, Time & Location Changed from 12-07-24) vs. Apple Valley/Burnsville @ Burnsville Ice Center
- ๐ญ 2:00pm LSHS Theatre's Fall Production of Clue Tickets
- ๐ 3:00pm Ice Hockey: Boys Varsity Game (Date, Time & Location Changed from 12-07-24) vs. Apple Valley/Burnsville @ Burnsville Ice Center
- ๐ 6:00pm Ice Hockey: Girls Varsity Game (Time & Location Changed) vs. Mankato East
- ๐ญ 7:00pm LSHS Theatre's Fall Production of Clue Tickets
Sunday, Nov. 24
- ๐ญ 2:00pm LSHS Theatre's Fall Production of Clue Tickets
November Rotary Student of the Month
I am proud to announce Maddie Ramos as our November Rotary Student of the Month. Maddie is an outstanding student who consistently goes above and beyond in every area of her life. With a GPA above 4.0, she excels in some of the most challenging AP courses, showcasing both her academic talent and dedication to excellence.
In addition to her academic success, Maddie is a natural leader. She is actively involved in National Honor Society, Student Council, and serves as an officer in HOSA. Maddie is also a valuable member of the Lakeville South Tennis and Track teams, and holds a second-degree black belt in karate. Her passion for music and her commitment to volunteering at both her church and karate gym highlight her well-rounded character and dedication to giving back to her community.
Maddieโs kindness, ambition, and work ethic make her a joy to work with, and she continues to inspire those around her. We have no doubt that her future will be filled with success and positive impact. Congratulations, Maddie!
Nick Fox
Assistant Principal LSHS
National Honor Society Food Drive - 1 Week Only!! Nov. 18 - 22, 2024
The Cougar time in each grade with the most donations will receive donuts!! ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฉ Yes, that's 4 Cougar time classes that will get donuts! Start collecting now! Collection boxes are located in your Cougar Time.
2024 State Champs for Cougar Volleyball!
Congratulations to our Girls Volleyball team on winning the school's first ever State Championship! The Cougars won a 5 set thriller over Champlin Park in front of an electric crowd of students, staff, family and friends. Congratulations on an impressive season!
Back Row: Assistant Coach Natalie Sandifer, Assistant Coach Kevin Boysen, Student Manager Emma Hartong, Student Manager Gydion Larson, Aurianna Benshoof, Rowan Carr, Addy Quandt, Olivia Wagner, Kate Pistulka, Jada Johnson, Elleora Utecht, Grace Hertaus, Head Coach: Stephen Willingham
Front Row: Mackenzie Crawford, Kaelyn Bjorklund, Lucy Hilliard, Josie Tingelhoff, Aubrie Portinga, Romi Chlebecek, Ashtyn Wolf, Amanda Cullen
Not pictured: Student Managers: Trystan Yozamp and Trevor McClenahan
Lakeville South Swimming & Diving State Results
The Lakeville South Cougars Swim and Dive team had a strong finish to their season at the MSHSL State Tournament. Here are results from this past weekend:
- 200 Medley Relay - Madi Parent, Ana Clemon, Gracie Weishaar and Lily Wilkinson - finished 7th in state with a time of 1:49.05
- 200 Free - Taylor Hintz - finished 15th in state with a time of 1:56.72
- 50 Free - Ana Clemon - finished 12th in state with a time of 24.02
- 100 Fly - Ana Clemon - finished 4th in state with a time of 55.54 - earning All American Consideration
- 500 Free - Taylor Hintz - finished 11th in state with a time of 5:10.90
- 400 Free Relay - Madi Parent, Ana Clemon, Taylor Hintz and Lily Wilkinson - finished 12th in state with a time of 3:37.56
Blazing Cats with a Strong Finish at State!
The Blazing Cats had a strong finish to their season finishing as State Runner's Up for the MSHSL State Soccer title.
Friday night, the Blazing Cats defeated Saint Cloud Crush by a score of 6 - 0. The got out to a quick start and kept the pressure on Saint Cloud all game. Saturday afternoon, they played the Park Center Pirates in a back and forth contest. However, the Cats found the back of the net two more times than the Pirates for a 4-2 victory and a spot in the State Championship.
This meant facing a familiar foe, the Dakota United Hawks. This was a competitive game from start to finish. The Hawks won 3-0. Congratulations to the Blazing Cats for an outstanding season!
National Letter of Intent Signing for 13 LSHS Student-Athletes
On Wednesday, November 13, 13 Lakeville South High School student-athletes were honored with a National Letter of Intent Signing Day ceremony. The students were joined by family, friends and coaches in the Lakeville South Performance Gym as they were recognized for having been offered collegiate athletic scholarships, preferred walk-on status or continuing to play at a Division I or Division II levels.
โItโs been a real pleasure to watch these students/athletes grow as individuals. Wednesday was a day we get to reflect on their past accomplishments and celebrate the next phase of life for these quality kids. They have provided leadership, integrity and character in all areas - the classroom, hallways and athletic arenas. As a school community, we say thank you and canโt wait to see the impact you will have on our next institutions,โ said Mr. Chad Sexauer, Lakeville South Activities Director.
Back row (left to right)
- Coltin Smith - Baseball - Minnesota State University - Mankato
- Danielle Coleman - Basketball - Sioux Falls University
- Caitlin Beauchamp - Basketball - Jamestown University
- Rowan Carr - Volleyball - Seton Hall
- Olivia Wagner - Volleyball - Valparaiso University
- Ella Davis - Lacrosse - University of Massachuesetts - Lowell
- Charlotte Fannin - Lacrosse - University of Colorado - Colorado Springs
Front row (left to right)
- Carson Walker - Baseball - Augustana University
- Annie Clemons - Soccer - Winona State University
- Aubrey Beauchamp - Basketball - Jamestown University
- Grace Buesgens - Lacrosse - Missouri Western State University
We have a host of other student/athletes that are still in the process of selecting the next phase of life and competition for themselves. Congratulations to all of our seniors! Go Cougars!
๐ Boys Basketball Tryouts Players must be registered prior to the start of tryouts (includes having an updated physical on file). https://lakevilleareas-ar.rschooltoday.com
- 10th - 12th Grade Tryouts
๐ Monday, Nov. 18 - Wednesday, Nov. 20 โฐ 3:00-5:00 PM ๐Aux B&C
๐คผ Boys and Girls Wrestling Season starts Monday, Nov. 18 2:50 p.m. Wrestling Room. Everyone is invited to join the wrestling program, boys and girls. Athletes must be registered with an up-to-date physical on file prior to the first practice. To register: https://lshsactivities.com/registration/ ๐จ We are looking for Wrestling Managers! Contact Coach Woitalla for more info: C106 or woit4568@isd194.org.
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South Suburban Conference Calendar Check out the SSC Calendar for all athletic events happening for our Cougars! Get your tickets to our home contests GOFAN.
๐ชช Tickets for LSHS contests: GOFAN. ๐บ Livestream LSHS contests at LSHS Cougars Live!
๐พ Upcoming contests: SSC calendar
๐ฃ๏ธ Student Voices Presents Native American Heritage Day Tuesday, Nov. 19 during WIN Time in the Lecture Hall. Sign up on Monday for "Student Voices" during WIN Time.
๐ Chess Club 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 2:45-3:45 p.m. Room A211. Starts December 4, 2024. No experience necessary - all students welcome - it's FREE!!! Sign up!
๐จ 2025 Minnesota Scholastic Art Awards First meeting: WIN Time Nov. 19. Sign up during Cougar Time on Nov. 18. Winners get their work displayed at the U of M and are eligible for the National Competiton. Come to the informational meeting in room C102 during WIN Time on Nov. 19. State deadline is Dec. 13, 2024. Please see or email Mr. Hanson if you have any questions. devin.hanson@isd194.org
๐ญ LSHS Theatre Presents: Clue
On a dark and stormy night, six unique guests, plus a butler and a maid, assemble for a dinner party at the home of Mr. Boddy. When their host turns up dead, it is clear that no one is safe! Soon the guests are racing to find the killer and keep the body count from stacking up. DO NOT WAIT: your tickets await your purchase! https://shorturl.at/S6jym
LSHS Theatre Presents: CLUE 4 shows!
- Friday Nov 22: 7:00 PM
- Saturday, Nov 23 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
- Sunday, Nov 24. 2:00 PM
ALSO: We will be collecting BRAND NEW TOYS & SMALL GAMES for Children's Hospital - St Paul/Mpls !! PLEASE bring a brand new toy or small game to the shows - we will have bins to collect for the captain's to bring these to Children's Hospital!
*** Disclaimer: there will be multiple audio of gun shots and flashing strobe lights in this production
*** There will be no intermission - this is a straight run through which lasts about 90 min
SENIORS: Planning to attend a college, career school, or trade school
Be FAFSA Form Ready: Create your StudentAid.gov account now. Both student and a parent/guardian need StudentAid.gov accounts to be FAFSAยฎ form ready!
The new 2025โ26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSAยฎ) form is coming by Dec. 1, 2024. Submitting the FAFSA form is the first step to getting federal student grants, scholarships, work-study opportunities, and student loans. Who is eligible for federal student aid?
This document walks you through setting up your accounts and has links for various contributor situations and other helpful guidance.
November
- Wed., Nov. 27 - Fri., Nov. 30 โ NO SCHOOL - Fall Break
December
- Tuesday, Dec. 10 โ LSHS Jazz Bands & Steel Pan Concert - 7:00 PM - LSHS Auditorium
- Thursday, Dec. 12 โ LSHS Winter Band Concert - 7:00 PM - LSHS Auditorium
- Tuesday, Dec. 17 โ LSHS Holiday Choir Concert - 7:00 PM - LSHS Auditorium
- Thursday, Dec. 19 โ LSHS Holiday Choir Cabaret - 7:00 PM - LSHS Auditorium
- Monday, Dec. 23 - Friday, Dec. 27 โ NO SCHOOL - Winter Break
- Monday, Dec. 30 - Wednesday, Jan. 1 โ NO SCHOOL - Winter Break
January
- Thursday, Jan. 2 โ School resumes