NEWS FROM THE NEST

Lawrence Neighbors Together invites you to the second annual Lawrence PRIDEfest on Sunday, June 14, 2026. The event will be held rain or shine on the stadium turf field, and will begin with a Fun Run, Walk, and Roll at 9 a.m. After, stick around for the PRIDEfest party...enjoy live music, food, vendors, lawn games, and more! PRIDEfest is free and open to everyone. Click here for more information, or reach out to lawrenceneighborstogether@gmail.com with any questions.

• The LHS Black Student Union will host its fourth annual Juneteenth Celebration on Wednesday, June 17. Prepare for a day of community and culture, including a Gospel Choir performance, wisdom circle, HBCU panel discussion, games, arts and crafts, music, and refreshments. Morning activities are open to all classes (watch your email for the sign-up form), and afternoon activities will be reserved for active BSU, AP AAS, and Gospel Choir students only. View the flyer here for more information.

• Join the LHS Gospel Choir at Lawrence Township's Juneteenth festivities on Thursday, June 18 at 10 a.m. The event will be held at the Lawrence Township Municipal Building and will feature Congressman Herb Conway as the keynote speaker. This year's theme is “Lawrence Township Celebrates America 250: Black History & American Legacy.” Let's come together as a community to learn, reflect, and celebrate a shared history!

• School will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Officially declared a NJ state holiday in 2020 and a national holiday in 2021, this day honors the end of slavery and celebrates African American freedom, culture, and achievements.

Yearbook Distribution for students in grades 9, 10, and 11 will be on Thursday, June 18 outside of room 301 during lunches. Please wait for the announcement to be dismissed from the cafeteria. If you did not pre-order, there will be a limited number of yearbooks for sale on a first-come-first-served basis for $125 cash only, exact change. Any yearbooks not picked up at the distribution event will be moved to the Main Office.

All P.E. lockers must be cleaned out and locked by the end of the day on Monday, June 22. Any items left in the lockers will be cleared out and donated.

All courses with summer assignments (AP and Honors) will be posted on the district website under the Summer Learning Portal no later than July 1.

Students interested in running cross country should see Mr. Krajunus in Guidance or join the Google Classroom (iwetkfie). View the flyer for more information.

Rising seniors, are you ready to tackle the college application process? The annual College Bootcamp will help you get a jumpstart on your future. Register below and join us on Tuesday, August 4 from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in the library. Whether you're finalizing your college list, starting your Common App, or brainstorming the perfect admissions essay, our counselors will be there to guide you every step of the way.

Registration is required to secure your spot. Complete and submit the official registration form at this link.

The class of 2027 will be running its Thrift Shop Clothing Drive throughout the summer. The drop box will be in the Main Office. September and October thrift shop dates will be posted next fall.

If you did not pick up your cap and gown last week, please stop by the Main Office by Friday, June 10. A limited number of extras are available for purchase for $35 (cash only).

Senior Yearbook Distribution will be on Wednesday, June 17 on the LHS stadium turf field during Period 4. Please report to your 4th period class and wait for the announcement before dismissing to the field. If you do not have a 4th period class, please report straight to the field after lunch. If you did not pre-order, there will be a limited number of yearbooks for sale (first-come-first-served) for $125 cash only, exact change. Any books not picked up at the event will be moved to the Main Office.

Chromebooks will be collected on Thursday, June 18. Please make sure you come to the auditorium during your assigned time slot (with your Chromebook, case, and charger).

Start prom day with breakfast, friends, and an important demonstration sponsored by the Lawrence Township Police Department and Project Graduation.

• Seniors attending the prom are required to be in school on Thursday, June 11. The Senior Breakfast will begin at 8 a.m., followed by the annual Distracted Driver Presentation. Please report to Period 1 for attendance. An announcement will be made when seniors are dismissed to the cafeteria for the breakfast. This breakfast is free for all seniors, thanks to generous contributions from our Project Graduation committee and the Lawrence community.

• Seniors will be dismissed at the conclusion of the program, provided they submitted their required paperwork (18-year-old sign-out form or parent note).

• Students with Early Release will follow the same schedule and dismissal procedures as those with full-day schedules. No seniors will be permitted to leave until dismissed by administration.

This year's Senior Sunset will take place on Monday, June 22 at 6:30 p.m. on the stadium turf field/track. Dunkin Cruiser will also be at the event! Please see Ms. Recentio or a class officer with any questions.

The annual LTPS elementary school clap-outs will take place on Monday, June 22. This is your chance to return to your former elementary school and walk the halls one last time as students and staff cheer you on!

✅ Complete the sign-up form emailed to you from Dr. Stein.
📄 Permission slips will be available in the Main Office and 319.
🕜 Please arrive at your elementary school by 1:30 p.m. with your LHS cap and gown.
🚗 You must arrange for your own transportation to and from the clap-out event.

All seniors who plan to walk in the 2026 graduation ceremony must attend the mandatory rehearsal on Tuesday, June 23. Please arrive by 7:50 a.m., pick up your line-up card outside of the auditorium, and then proceed inside (you will need the card during rehearsal, so please hold on to it). Rehearsal is estimated to end by 11 a.m., at which time you will pick up your graduation tickets and be dismissed. Your full cooperation and attention is needed to help us keep rehearsal running smoothly and on time! If you do not plan to walk in the graduation ceremony, please email Ms. Roche as soon as possible at kroche@ltps.org.

• Graduation Tickets: Seniors will receive their tickets at the conclusion of graduation rehearsal. The link to request additional tickets closed on June 1. At this time, no additional requests for extra tickets are being accepted, but all seniors will automatically receive ten tickets each.

• Graduation Programs: Graduation programs will be available at the arena entrance. Please share when possible to allow for all of our families to have access to a program. If you would prefer to view the program digitally, please look for the QR codes posted near the entrance and throughout the arena halls.

• Seniors should arrive at CURE Arena by 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23 and meet in the tunnel behind the arena for line-ups. Don't forget your cap, gown, and tassel...extras will not be available at the venue. The event will not be live-streamed; however, it will be available to view on LTPSRewind (YouTube) in a few weeks.

• Please review the Graduation Information Letter for further details regarding the ceremony, diploma pick-ups, etc.

In two weeks, you will take your final bows as high school students as you become graduates of the class of 2026. Although you will be flying from this Nest that you've called home for the past four years, you will always be a Cardinal, and we can't wait to watch you make your mark on the world that awaits you. We are so proud of you, and are honored and blessed to have been a part of your journey. As we get ready to send you off on your next adventure, here are a few words of advice.

Do great things, but more importantly, be GREAT PEOPLE. Never stop learning, never stop growing, and never stop dreaming. Always try to be the very best version of yourself and to bring out the best in others. Stand up for what you believe in, and stand up for others. Offer help when you can give it, and ask for help when you need it. Surround yourself with people who make you laugh and feel loved. Don't be afraid of a challenge, or to do what seems hard. Try new things. See adventure in everything. Don't settle for mediocrity. Be kind to others, and be kind to yourself. Mind your manners. Treat others and yourself with respect, and require that same respect from others. Don't hide from your mistakes, but don't dwell on them either. Follow your heart with no regrets. Keep an open mind. Face your fears. Be the kind of friend that YOU'D like to have. Never give up on anything, or anyone, that is important to you. We are so proud of you, and wish you a future full of joy and everything good that you imagine for yourself. Congratulations, Class of 2026!

Do you have some good news for the "Brag Bag?" We are looking for submissions of achievements, unusual talents, random acts of kindness...anything positive you would like to share! Please send your nomination to Kerry Roche (kroche@ltps.org) and include a photo if possible.

Project Graduation is a free, fun, safe, locked-in, adult-supervised, substance-free graduation party for our LHS seniors, which will take place on Tuesday, June 23, from 11 p.m. until 5 a.m. The school will be converted into a big party zone with free food, games, karaoke, raffle prizes, senior gifts, and so much more.

The success of Project Graduation depends on the support of the community. Please sign up to volunteer and consider making a donation. Every bit helps!

VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP

DONATE TO PROJECT GRADUATION

The NHD Club has one final chocolate chip cookie sale remaining on Friday, June 12. All proceeds will help offset competition costs. Stop by and grab a delicious treat after school for only $1.

Student Council sells Rita's water ice every Tuesday after school (one for $3 or two for $5). Follow @lawrence.stuco on Instagram or check the StuCo bulletin board for the flavors-of-the-week.

The Advocates for Innocence Club is selling ice cream every Thursday after school at Staff Sign-In. Stop by to grab a refreshing treat for just $2.

The Lawrence Branch of the Mercer County Library System is seeking volunteers this summer. Volunteers must be 14-18 years of age, a Lawrence resident, and a library card holder. Applications are available at the Youth Services desk.

Rider University is seeking part-time lifeguards on campus. Applicants must hold a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPS/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid certification (or equivalent). If interested, scan the QR code on the flyer to apply.

View the flyer here.

Hebrew: sincere pride and happiness in someone else's accomplishments; unselfish joy for another's good fortune.

yuan bei [YOO-ahn-bay]
Chinese: describes a sense of complete accomplishment.

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