APRIL 2026 BOLTS BULLETIN

⚡️ 4/01/2026: Girls Wrestling Open Mat Session 6-7:30pm in the LHS Wrestling Room (Use Door 4)

⚡️ 4/02/2026 to 4/06/2026: Spring Break (no students)

⚡️ 4/07/2026: Students Return to School

⚡️ 4/23/2026: NHS Blood Drive

⚡ 4/28/2026: NHS Induction

⚡️ 5/02/2026: PROM @ Hauser Hill Event Center

⚡️ 5/12/2026: Sports Signing Day @ 6pm in the LHS Main Lobby

⚡️ 5/14/2026: Senior Trip: New York City

⚡️ 5/20/2026: Academic / Athletic Awards Night (by invite only): 6:30pm

⚡️ 5/26/2026: Senior Sunset @ Thunderbolt Stadium 8pm - 9pm (Rain date 5/27/2026)

⚡️ 5/28/2026: Graduation

⚡️ 6/03/2026: Sports Physicals | RSVP is required

⚡️ 6/04/2026: Sports Physicals | RSVP is required

Dear Littlestown High School Families,

As we welcome the month of April, I hope this message finds you well and enjoying the early signs of spring. I also hope our students and families take full advantage of the three extra days of Spring Break—whether that means rest, travel, or simply spending time together. This extended time off was well-deserved, and we are excited to see everyone return refreshed and ready for the final marking period of the school year.

April is a busy and meaningful month at Littlestown High School. Our students continue to demonstrate dedication in their studies as we move further into the final stretch of the academic year. With upcoming assessments, extracurricular events, and spring athletics in full swing, we are proud of the commitment and resilience our students show each day. I encourage all families to stay engaged, review upcoming dates and announcements, and reach out to our staff with any questions or support needs.

Thank you for your continued partnership in making Littlestown High School a place where students can learn, grow, and succeed. Let’s make April a productive and rewarding month for all.

Go Bolts!

Dr. Becker

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Pull up Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday⏰ IMMEDIATELY after school.📍In the library (aka the brain gains HQ).

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CAREER EXPLORATION OPPORTUNITIES

Check out this Counseling Office Webpage

Student Summer Workers Needed

LASD is looking for student summer workers. Click here to apply

Once the student applies, an email will be sent with a link to pick an interview time. If the student does not receive the email, please contact Mrs. Staub.

ABC Keystone Hiring Fair

Click to sign up.

Be sure to check out the Counseling Office Career Exploration Webpage for more opportunities. Job Fairs, Summer Camps, Military visits, and so much more is listed on our page.

STOP THE BLEED TRAINING

Stop the Bleed training is a public education program designed to teach civilians how to recognize and treat life-threatening bleeding emergencies before professional help arrives. Developed after the Sandy Hook shooting and based on military, it teaches key techniques: applying direct pressure, packing wounds, and using tourniquets.

The training will take place on April 9th during 3rd period. If you wish to participate, please complete the google form now! This certificate WILL satisfy the Class of 2026 & Beyond graduation requirement.

EMS CAREER PRESENTATION

Are you interested in a career in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) field?

On April 9, 2026 at 10 a.m. the LHS Counseling Office is hosting a small group session to learn about careers in the EMS field. Hear from an EMS professional about the pros & cons of being in this career field, what job opportunities are out there, and have an opportunity to ask questions, etc.

Sign up now, complete this google form.

MILITARY CAREERS

Are you interested in a career in the Military? Military recruiters periodically visit LHS. Contact the Counseling Office for more information.

LHS Recruiters:

PA Army National Guard

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 Care Closet is open 7am to 3pm & is located in the LHS Counseling Office.

Everything in our Care Closet.... is FREE!

Thanks to our amazing Thunderbolt Community, we now have a freezer stocked with frozen meats. Have your LASD student stop by the Care Closet for more information.

Is your student a Little Bolt? email us or call 717-359-4146 x2262

All conversations are confidential.

➡️ ➡️ ➡️ Check out our NEW Care Closet Webpage.

⚡️⚡️⚡️ The CARE Closet is a LASD Thunderbolt Foundation Initiative that is housed in Littlestown High School and benefits all students in grades K-12. Food/Clothing/Hygiene donations may be made directly to LHS. Any monetary donations should be in the form of a check made out to The Thunderbolt Foundation or online donations may be made by clicking here.

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?

4/14/2026: OVR representative Hailey Miller will meet with eligible students
5/05/2026: 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

➡️ As graduation approaches, please make sure you are staying focused on your goal of being a high school graduate. Are you meeting deadlines and passing your classes? Do you need extra help?

TIP: Reach out to your teachers or any member of our staff. We all want you to be successful!

➡️ Are you planning on going on for further education after high school? This can be trade school, 2 year program or 4 year college/university, etc? NOW is the time to explore the LHS Counseling Office Scholarship webpage.

TIP: Check this page frequently for new scholarships. You can see if new scholarships were added by looking at the date at the top of the page. "Last updated (date)"

➡️ Do you need a high school transcript? Use this link to request your high school transcript.

TIP: If you took College in the High School courses, we recommend that you wait until mid to late June to request a transcript from HACC or Del Val. Why? Your instructor needs time to submit grades & then the college needs to process the grades.

➡️ Do you need a Counselor reference for college/university applications or a job? Be sure to give your Counselor a few days to work on your reference letter.

TIP: Complete this reference form to help your Counselor write the best reference for you!

➡️ Your LHS Counselor is here to help you. Stop by the new Counseling Suite located near the Gold Gym to say hello or ask a question.

TIP: Use this link to request a non-emergency Counselor appointment. You will be emailed an appointment time!

🌸🌸 SPRING HAS ARRIVED 🌸🌸

ALLERGIES: Allergy season has arrived. So please be sure that if your student needs allergy medicine that they take it prior to coming to school and that it will last for at least 6 hours while they are at school.

MEDICATIONS: Reminder students cannot 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 who will need to sign the medication in with the health office.

CLASS OF 2027: If you have a student that is a current 11th grader they will need to have their 2nd meningococcal vaccine (MCV)to start the 12th grade. If your student has not had it, please contact your physician's office to get the appointment set up to get a vaccination so that your student will not miss any time from their senior year. Reminder letters will be sent out at the end of April to the parents of the students that do not currently have the immunization on file.

CLASS OF 2028: Current 10th grade students will need a physical to start the 11th grade. If your student does not have an appointment already scheduled for a physical please call your physician's office to get an appointment set up. The physical forms will be mailed to all current 10th grade students at the end of April. Please have the physician complete these forms and include a copy of the updated immunization record when returning the forms.

SLEEP & DIET: As the school year is winding down please remind your students that having a good night's sleep and eating breakfast in the morning will help them be prepared for the school day and any testing that may be occurring to end the school year.

The Littlestown Area School District is currently seeking a Health Room Technician (LPN) and Substitute Nurses (LPN/RN) to support the health and well-being of our students. Navigate to our website to apply today!

🗓️ 🗓️ Click here for Spring Sports Schedules

✍🏻 ✍🏻 Senior Signing Day: 5/12/2026 @ 6pm in the LHS Main Lobby. RSVP here.

FFA PUBLIC SPEAKING CONTEST

Littlestown FFA had two representatives at the Adams, Franklin, and York Counties public speaking contest held at Bermudian Springs HS. Teagan Stonesifer placed 4th and Emmalee Sanders placed 1st in the FFA Creed speaking category open to 7th-9th graders. Emmalee now moves onto the South Central Regional competition on April 26th.

LHS FFA HEIFER CALVES

🐮🐄🐄 The LHS FFA has enjoyed time with heifer calves Maisy and Paisley. Students learned to mix milk replacer, halter calves, use a fork, shovel & wheelbarrow, and tag calves. We will be sorry to see the calves go but what a great experience. Thank you sponsors!

LHS FFA PLANT SALE

🌼🌷🌸 Save these dates for the upcoming FFA Plant Sale. Support our students and all their hard work by purchasing flowers & plants. More information to come next month!

FBLA Visits EVAPCO

The LHS FBLA and Business Department sponsored a trip to EVAPCO in Taneytown, MD. Students were greeted with a presentation on the company's vision and its products. The presentation also included why EVAPCO is a world leader in the HVAC, refrigeration, and energy industry along with career opportunities for students. The presentation included a Q & A session where students asked insightful questions. The group received a tour of the plant's sheet metal and assembly buildings. Before returning home, the group made a lunch stop for pizza at Tony's Cafe.

State Leadership Conference Preparation: April 13-15, 2026

FBLA's Local Chapter Annual Business Report team of Connor Myers, Morgan Adams, and Abigail Grudzinski will be representing our chapter at the PA FBLA State Leadership Conference in April. Only the top 15 teams in the state have qualified to present their report to a panel of judges.

There are five other Littlestown High School teams competing in State Only events at the April conference.

⚡Jaden Dimitri, Robby Seubert & Braden Sanchez will be presenting their Financial Statement Analysis.

⚡Vincent Gonnella and Peyton Unger will present their Web Design course content website.

⚡Alex Seipp will be presenting his Supply Chain Management presentation.

⚡Colton Pickett & Wyatt Poole will represent the Data Analysis team.

⚡Abigail Grudzinski & Annalysa Stambaugh will present their Business Plan at the conference.

A total of 29 LHS FBLA members have qualified in individual & team objective events and performances.

🎼 🧳 Semi-Annual Music Department Trip 🎼 🧳

Going in April 2026 to Boston

This LHS Art Installation is by Caleb S. The anime character is checking out the "city" below. The building is cardboard, and the character is needle-felted. You can find it near the auditorium.

This LHS art installation is by Noah E. Noah really liked the idea of immersion & the idea of something that looks like it might go somewhere when it really doesn't (kinda like those cartoonish moments where they draw stairs on a wall and they actually work).

This LHS Art Installation is by Caleigh M. & Ryland S. These colorful flowers & bright green leaves bring a feeling of new beginning to a bland wall. Find this artwork in the stairwell of the English hallway.

This LHS art installation is by Nicole R. The landscape painting features flowers, a river, and a bright blue sky in a gold frame. The river comes out of the painting and turns into a waterfall that falls into a lake with paper mache hills around it.

This LHS art installation is by Penny H. Penny created this bird as a way to repurpose her yarn scraps from her various fiber arts projects. She wanted to not only use them up but turn them into something intricate & creative. "

This LHS art installation is by Chloe K. The artwork was made using wireframe, paper, cardboard, & clothing. Chloe wanted to show what an Epic face would like if it were a person. "He's geeked, bruh" can be found in the library.

DAR GOOD CITIZEN AWARD

LHS celebrates Jocelyn Bauerlein who was recently awarded the Daughters of the American Revolution (Gettysburg Chapter) Good Citizen award. Jocelyn was selected for demonstrating the qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism.

🐝⚡💚 🐝⚡💚

The Bolt Buzz March issue is out! In this issue, you will notice details about high school events, spring sports updates, a Harry Styles album review, commentary about nationwide school cellphone bans, & so much more! Read it here.

NHS BLOOD DRIVE

🩸❤️ ☎️ NHS students are hosting a blood drive on April 23 from 3-7 pm in the LHS cafeteria. Sign up here or email Mrs. Lawyer

NHS INDUCTION

NHS induction will be April 28, 2026. Any student who is applying for NHS should get their information in ASAP to Mrs. Lawyer.

CLASS OF 2026 NEWS

🎓🎓 CAP & GOWN PICK UP (MANDATORY CLASS MEETING): 4/29/2026 7:35AM in LHS Auditorium
👠👞 PROM PLEDGE: 4/29/2026 @ 7:35am in LHS Auditorium
💰💰SCHOLARSHIPS: Check out this LHS webpage now and check back often for new opportunities.
💃 🕺 PROM: 5/02/2026 @ Hauser Hill Event Center
✍🏻 ✍🏻 SPORTS SIGNING DAY: 5/12/2026 @ 6pm in the LHS Main Lobby (RSVP to Mr. Alisauckas)
🗽 🗽 SENIOR TRIP: 5/14/2026: New York City
🌇 🌇 SENIOR SUNSET: 5/18/2026 @ Thunderbolt Stadium
🏆 🏆 ACADEMIC / ATHLETIC AWARDS NIGHT: 5/20/2026 (by invite only)
🧑‍🎓👩‍🎓 GRADUATION PRACTICE: 5/27/2026@ 8am
📸 📸 CLASS PICTURE/ADDITIONAL GRADUATION PRACTICE: 5/28/2026 (Wear graduation attire. Bring cap/gown)
🎈🎈 SENIOR PARADE THROUGH ACES & GRADUATION TICKET PICK UP: 5/28/2026
🎓🎓 GRADUATION: 5/28/2026 Thunderbolt Stadium

CLASS OF 2027 NEWS

👠👞 PROM PLEDGE: 4/29/2026 during lunches
💃 🕺 PROM: 5/02/2026 @ Hauser Hill Event Center
📸 📸 Senior Yearbook Portraits September 16-19, 2026 Watch your emails for more information from Leer Photography.
🩺 🩺 In order to start 12th grade, all Class of 2027 students need to have their 2nd meningococcal vaccine (MCV).

CLASS OF 2028 NEWS

🩺 🩺 All Class of 2028 students will need a physical to start the 11th grade. Physical forms & current immunizations should be returned to the LHS Nurses Office.