LPHS Announcements

Monday, September 25, 2023

Congratulations to LP's September Student of the Month honorees. They are Stacie Albiter, Daniel Gutierrez, Lauren Tunget, Kaylee Abens, Tiffanie Grygiel, Naneishka Carrillo Gomez, Hannah Zera, Ryiana McCrary, Kayla Fisher, and Dominic DiLuciano.

FCA will meet in room 339 on Wednesday morning at 7:20.

Attention Freshmen Board: There will be a meeting on Wednesday, September 27th, at 7:30 in room 141. We will be voting for our Board and discussing our first fundraiser.

Attention GSA: There will be a meeting tomorrow after school in Mr. Makeever's room, room #331. Homecoming is next week, so come to help plan out the float, talk about the cafeteria table for the week after HO-CO, and perhaps more discussion about the LP ally signs. Hope to see YOU after school tomorrow at the GSA meeting... ALL are welcome.

The next Art Club meeting is Thursday, September 28^th after school until 4pm. We will be discussing the Art Institute Field Trip and working on sketches for the cafeteria mural.

There will be an informational meeting tomorrow, Tuesday September 26^th  at 7:25am in Room 115 for any student wanting to join LP’s Green Team. Please see or email Mr. Pytel with any questions.

Attention Juniors: This is one final reminder to register for the PSAT/NMSQT that will be held on October 24. The registration deadline is this Wednesday, September 27. Please check your LPHS student email for the Google form that is used for registration. The cost of the exam is $18 and must be paid to the Bookstore by Friday, October 13. If you have any questions or need assistance with registering, please contact Mr. Gibson.

Homecoming dance tickets will be on sale starting this Friday, September 29th in the cafeteria, during all lunches!  Tickets are $10 per person.  T-shirts are $15.

Attention Yearbook Club! We will be meeting on Thursday, September 28^th in room 156 after school. Bring your ideas for the book!

Junior Board will have a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, September 27th at 7:20 am.  This will be our final opportunity to prepare for the Variety Show.

Variety Show rehearsal will be held on Thursday, September 28th in the Sellett Gym beginning at 3:00 pm.

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Wednesday, September 20

Here's the quote of the day by Dr. Seuss:  You have brains in your head.  You have feet in your shoes.  You can steer yourself any direction you choose."

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Monday, September 18, 2023

Attention Science Club:   Our next meeting will be right after school today in room 306.   New members are always welcome!

Attention all Link Leaders - there is a meeting for all Link Leaders today, Monday, September 18, during lunch periods.  Link Leaders should grab their lunch and head to the CCR for the meeting during their regular lunch period.  See you soon.

Attention all Freshmen baseball players:   please see Coach Glupczynski in room 131 as soon as possible.

Attention Juniors: If you are interested in taking the PSAT/NMSQT on Tuesday, October 24, please check your email for important information and instructions from Mr. Gibson regarding the registration process. Registration is open until Friday, September 22 and the cost of the exam is $18. You must register using the Google Form that was sent to your L-P student email address. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Gibson.

There will be an intramural dodgeball tournament tomorrow,  September 19^th starting at 6:30 in the Sellett Gym. Sign your team of 6 players up outside the PE office in the Sellett gym. Any questions see Mr. Keating.

Are you interested in soldering or want to learn how to modify a gameboy? If so, join the Tech Club meeting on Tuesday, September 19th after school in the East Gym, room E115. The meeting is after school until 4 p.m. All are welcome. Contact Mr. Wiercinski for additional information.

Attention Writing Club:   The September Writing Club meeting will be at 7:15 a.m. on Wednesday, September 20 in room 147. New members are always welcome. 

Attention seniors:  There is a $500 scholarship opportunity for you from the AES Engineers.  This award is available to all students, regardless of their field of study.  Deadline is October 8^th.

There is also a Golden Apple Scholarship available for students who want to go into the teaching profession.   These scholarships are posted under the miscellaneous scholarship page on the lphs website.

There will be an LP Cavalette Fundraiser dinner BBQ kick-off at Stone Jug on Wednesday, September 27^th from 4 – 7 pm.  Tickets are $16 per ticket – dine in or carry out.  Contact a Cavalette for tickets.

Girls soccer Open field is from  6-7  on Tuesday .

The junior board is looking for talented Cavaliers that would be interested in sharing their talents with the LP Community. Please see Mrs. Hartman in room 338 if you are interested in auditioning for the Variety Show. Try-outs are Tuesday, September 19^th in Mrs. Hartman’s room.

The Junior Board Variety Show Committee will have a brief meeting on Wednesday, September 20^th at 7:20 in room 338.

The ASVAB test is once again being offered at LPHS on Tuesday, October 31, for any sophomore, junior or senior student who is interested in participating. The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) Career Exploration Assessment is a standardized exam that helps students accurately identify their strengths with the Interest Inventory Skills section. Students DO NOT need to have an interest in the military to take this assessment, however, this assessment is also used to determine qualification and placement within the armed forces. If you are interested in taking this assessment, please contact your counselor to register. More details will be provided to those who register in the week just prior to testing.

Reminder: Guest Request forms for Homecoming are available in the Safety office. Anyone who is bringing someone to Homecoming that does not attend LP needs this form filled out prior to purchasing tickets.  They need to be returned by September 29.

Attention seniors:  The Tonica Association of Federated Teachers is offering a $300 scholarship to a graduating senior who also graduated from Tonica Grade School.  Applications are open to students who are planning to further their education.  Check out the lphs.net website under Illinois Valley Scholarships for the application.

Hello Sophomore Board! Our next meeting is tomorrow, September 19^th at 7:20 am in Room 136. New members are welcome. We will be voting on our officers and finalizing a couple fundraisers. Hope to see you there!

The following college representatives will be here this week:

Tuesday, September 19 – Western Illinois University – 7^th hour

Thursday, a representative from ISAC from 10:30 to 12:30 for college and FAFSA assistance.

Interested students can sign up in the counseling office to meet with any of these representatives.

Attention sophomores, juniors and seniors:  Please turn in your permission slips for the Manufacturing Expo to the Counseling office by 8:00 tomorrow, September 19^th .   You will need to complete your online registration by Thursday, September 21^st.  Please reach out to the Counseling office if you have any questions.

Tomorrow, Tuesday, the Cafeteria will feature local food produced in Illinois as part of our Farm to School Program.

Attention GSA: There will be a meeting tomorrow after school in Mr. Makeever's room, room #331. This meeting will be packed including more work on the school-wide ally signs, upcoming homecoming parade, and plans for the week of National Coming Out Day, which is October 11th. Hope you are able to make it to tomorrow's GSA meeting... ALL are welcome!

Do you enjoy connecting with your community on a local and international level? Are you interested in making a difference and developing leadership skills? Then, Rotary Interact Club is for you!  Come to our next meeting on September 21st @ 7:15am in Room 224 next to the art room. 

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Thursday, September 14

Student Support Services here with your daily mindfulness activity.  When is the last time you have done something kind for another person, just because, and not for any recognition?  Did you know that acts of kindness have been shown to increase self-esteem, empathy and compassion, and improve mood?  It can decrease blood pressure and cortisol, a hormone directly correlated with stress levels.  Kindness can increase your sense of connectivity with others, decrease loneliness, combat low mood and improve relationships.  We challenge you to do something kind for someone else today!

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Here's the quote of the day:  Caring for yourself is a necessary part of caring for others.

Student Support Services here with your daily mindfulness activity.  Today we are going to learn about the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique!   When you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed, simply look around you and identify:

5 things you can see,  4 things you can feel, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste.  Give this a try the next time you are feeling stressed out!

As a reminder, we will be outside the clock tower entrance with sidewalk chalk during 2nd, 3rd, and 7th hour today!  Teachers, if you can, please bring your students down to decorate the entrance with positive affirmations and bright colors.  Students and staffulty that participate will be able to pick out a pin.  Hope to see you all there!

Have a great day Cavaliers!

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Monday, September 11, 2023

Are you interested in helping your community while developing your leadership skills? Join us for our first Key Club meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, September 12^th at 7:20 a.m. in room 135.

Attention Juniors: If you are interested in taking the PSAT/NMSQT on Tuesday, October 24, please check your email for important information and instructions from Mr. Gibson regarding the registration process. Registration is open until Friday, September 22 and the cost of the exam is $18. You must register using the Google Form that was sent to your L-P student email address. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Gibson.

Attention LP Artists: The first Art Club meeting is Thursday Sept 14^th after school until 4pm in the Art Room, Rm 225. All interested students are encouraged to attend. This year we will be working on a mural in our school cafeteria, community projects, and taking a trip to the Art Institute of Chicago. Hope to see you there!

There will be an FCA meeting on Wednesday this week at 7:20 in room 339. 

There will be an intramural dodgeball tournament on Tuesday, September 19^th starting at 6:30 in the Sellett Gym. Sign your team of 6 players up outside the PE office in the Sellett gym. Any questions see Mr. Keating.

ATTENTION GSA: There will be another meeting tomorrow after school in room #331. At this GSA meeting, we will begin working on making ally and support signs that will be posted around the school to make us feel more present at LP! PLEASE come if you can make it, and ALL are welcome! Tomorrow. After school. GSA meeting. Room #331. Be there.

Girls soccer Open field will be on Tuesday, September 12^th from  6-7 on the new turf!

Attention Science Club, if you have treats to drop off for September 11^th delivery for our local heroes, then please bring them to Mrs. Depenbrock's room 306 by 3 pm today.  Our next meeting will be right after school in room 306 on Monday, September 18th.  New members are always welcome!

There will be a brief junior board meeting Wednesday, September 13 at 7:30 am in Mrs. Hartman’s room.

Attention all LP students, Are you in need of a PE make-up?  Are you looking to get in better shape?  Are you looking for a way to release stress and improve your mental health?  Are you looking for a great time?  If so, the cardio room is open on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 2:45-4:15pm. Any questions stop in and see Coach Glupczynski in room 131

The following college representatives will be here: this week:

Today, September 11 – during 3^rd hour:  University of St. Francis, Joliet, IL

Tuesday, September 12: 

2^nd hour – Quincy University

3^rd hour – St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA

6^th hour – University of Illinois, Urbana

On Thursday, September 14^th, a representative from ISAC will be here to meet with seniors regarding college applications and FAFSA which is a graduation requirement.

Interested students can sign up in the Counseling Office to meet with any of these representatives.

Are you interested in soldering or want to learn how to modify a gameboy? If so, join the Tech Club meeting on Tuesday, September 19th after school in the East Gym, room E115. The meeting is after school until 4 p.m. All are welcome. Contact Mr. Wiercinski for additional information.

The ASVAB test is once again being offered at LPHS on Tuesday, October 31, for any sophomore, junior or senior student who is interested in participating. The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) Career Exploration Assessment is a standardized exam that helps students accurately identify their strengths with the Interest Inventory Skills section. Students DO NOT need to have an interest in the military to take this assessment, however, this assessment is also used to determine qualification and placement within the armed forces. If you are interested in taking this assessment, please contact your counselor to register. More details will be provided to those who register in the week just prior to testing.

Reminder: Guest Request forms for Homecoming are now available in the Safety office. Anyone who is bringing someone to Homecoming that does not attend LP needs this form filled out prior to purchasing tickets.  They need to be returned by September 29.

In honor of National Suicide Prevention week, Student Support Services has some activities planned. Please stop by and write your favorite positive affirmation on the “You Matter” banner located in the cafeteria during all lunches on Monday and Tuesday. On Wednesday, teachers, please bring your students to write their favorite positive affirmations in sidewalk chalk at the clock tower entrance! We will be out there during 2nd, 3rd, and 7th period. Please stay tuned because each morning this week we will be on the announcements with a quick mindfulness activity or coping skill. For today, we are asking everyone to practice self-compassion. Anxiety can fill you with self-doubt and make you feel bad about yourself. Let go of your negative thoughts about yourself and focus on more positive self-talk. I challenge you to write down 5 positive things about yourself. If you are having a hard time, try to think about what your best friend or a close family member would say they love about you.  

The annual girl’s Powder Puff flag football game will be Thursday, October 5^th, after the homecoming parade.  Email or talk to Mr. Zukowski by Friday, September 15^th, if you are interested in playing.

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September 6, 2023

Here's the quote of the day by Vernon Howard: "Always walk through life as if you have something new to learn and you will."

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Hey students- Do you want to learn new things about the world you live in?  Do you like to give back to your community?  Do you like to do hands on activities related to science?  If you answered yes to any of these questions, then check out Science Club.  The first meeting is today, right after school in room 306.  We will be making something special for our local heroes!  See you there!

Fellowship of Christian Athletes will begin meeting Thursday morning this week in room 339 at 7:20.

Do you enjoy connecting with your community on a local and international level? Are you interested in making a difference and developing leadership skills? Then, Rotary Interact Club is for you! This is a brand-new club we are starting at LP. Come to our first meeting on September 7^th at 7:15am in Room 224 next to the art room. 

There will be a GSA meeting TODAY after school in room #331! Hope you are able to make it -- ALL are welcome!

Attention seniors:  Make sure you check your email regarding important senior information.  This was sent on Wednesday, August 30^th.  If you have not done a Senior Name Check, this is a requirement.  Click on the link in your email to complete.

College 101 will be held on Thursday, September 7^th during 3^rd and 6^th hour in the CCR.  This is for seniors to work on post high school applications.  Sign up in the Counseling Office or email Mrs. Wilson.  You will need your chromebook to attend this meeting.

The following college representatives will be here this week and next week:

7^th hour today – Blackburn College, Carlinville, IL

Monday, September 11: University of St. Francis, Joliet, IL

Tuesday, September 12: 

2^nd hour – Quincy University

3^rd hour – St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa

6^th hour – University of Illinois, Urbana

Interested students can sign up in the Counseling Office to meet with any of these representatives.

A representative from ISAC will be here on Thursdays from 10:30 to 12:30 in the Counseling Office.  The first date is September 14^th.  This is for help on college applications and FAFSA.  Sign up in the Counseling Office to meet with this representative.

The Cavs’ Sip-n-Savor opens today!!  Come visit during your lunch break and purchase a coffee, tea or lemonade in the cafeteria.  Cash only.  Cold drinks are $2.00  Hot drinks are $1.  See you soon!

The ASVAB test is once again being offered at LPHS on Tuesday, October 31, for any sophomore, junior or senior student who is interested in participating. The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) Career Exploration Assessment is a standardized exam that helps students accurately identify their strengths with the Interest Inventory Skills section. Students DO NOT need to have an interest in the military to take this assessment, however, this assessment is also used to determine qualification and placement within the armed forces. If you are interested in taking this assessment, please contact your counselor to register. More details will be provided to those who register in the week just prior to testing.

It’s almost time for Homecoming 2023! Guest request forms for students bringing someone from outside the LP community are now available in the School Safety Office and need to be returned by September 29.

Please keep in mind that there is no student attendance on Friday October 6^th ; therefore admittance to the dance will be based on attendance Thursday, October 5^th.

Variety Show Try-Outs are Tuesday, September 19 at 3:00. Please see Mrs. Hartman in room 338 to register.

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Here's the quote of the day:  "Life is too short to argue and fight.  Count your blessings.  Love the friends and family that are always there for you.  Smile more often and make the most of every day."

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August 28, 2023 announcements

Would you like to be a member of an impactful group that creates a positive school culture by recognizing and rewarding students and staffulty? If so, Renaissance is the club for you! Our first meeting is after school on Monday, August 28 in the Cavalier Community Room. New members are always welcome. We hope to see you there!

Are you interested in being part of the fall play?  The Drama club will be meeting tomorrow, Tuesday August 29th, in room 226 after school. Please stop by for a short informational meeting as we are getting close to auditions.  Any questions, please see Mr. Thomas.

This is a reminder for any student not currently enrolled in a Fall sport wishing to improve his/her health through weight training has the opportunity after school on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays in the Weight Room.  This is for both beginner and experienced weightlifters.  If interested or any questions, please see Mr. Lauer in Room 323 or meet after school in the Weight Room. 

Attention Freshmen Class: Come and find out what Freshmen Board is all about at our meeting on Wednesday, at 7:30 in room 141. Bring a friend!

Attention Cavaliers: Whether lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, straight, are questioning, are a male, a female, or any other uniqueness that defines you, the GSA, or Gay-Straight Alliance, would LOVE to have you attend our meeting tomorrow after school! Tomorrow's after-school meeting will be in room #331, Mr. Makeever's room, and will have the usual freebie snacks, cookies, lots of support and a very safe space to be, well, YOU! Hope to see you tomorrow at the after-school GSA meeting in room #331!

Attention Seniors: Time to make your mark! On Thursday, August 31^st, from 7-7:30 AM and 2:45-3:15, come to the Student Commons to put your handprint on the wall.

Sophomores: If you would like to be a leader of your class and serve on Sophomore Board, please see Mrs. Liebhart in Room 136. The first meeting will be held Wednesday, September 6^th at 7:20 am.

Variety Show try-outs will be Tuesday, September 19. Please see Mrs. Hartman in room 338 if you are interested in auditioning.

Junior Board will meet Wednesday, August 30^th at 7:20 in room 338. Officers will be elected at this meeting.

LEAD is a group here at LP that stands for Leadership Education Awareness for Disabilities & promotes social inclusion for everyone. We assist with RESPECT Week, the Polar Plunge, & help out with our Special Olympic Athletes. If you are interested in learning more about this group, there is an informational meeting tomorrow morning at 7:15 a.m. and after school tomorrow at 2:45 p.m.  in Room 115. Please see Mr. Pytel if you have any questions.   

Attention Juniors: If you are interested in taking the PSAT/NMSQT on Tuesday, October 24, please check your email for important information and instructions from Mr. Gibson regarding the registration process. Registration is open until Friday, September 22 and the cost of the exam is $18. You must register using the Google Form that was sent to your L-P student email address. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Gibson.

Are you interested in 3-D printing, design, mechanics, engineering, or coding?  If so, there is a Tech Club meeting in room E115 in the ACC wing of the East Gym building this Thursday after school. Everyone is welcome.

Want to design a computer game, create an app, or program using AI? L-P Coders meets Thursdays at 7:15 in room 327. See Mr. Bjerkaas if you can’t make it to the meeting or have questions.

Do you want to talk to the world on a new L-P student podcast or get involved in video production? Do you want to become a sports broadcaster? Get involved in the L-P Podcast Club. There will be an informational meeting after school on Thursday in room 327. See Mr. Baker if you can’t make it or if you have questions.

Are you interested in helping your community while developing your leadership skills? Join us for our first Key Club meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, August 29^th at 7:15 a.m. in room 135.

Attention seniors:  A list of updated college visits is posted on the lphs.net website. You will find it under General Information and then under College and Career Planning.  You can sign up in the Counseling Office to meet with any of these representatives.

Attention students if you would like to see what Science Club is all about, then come to our first meeting on Tuesday, September 5^th right after school in Mrs. Depenbrock's room 306.

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Quote of the day by Ralph Mansion:  "You've done it before, and you can do it now.  See the positive possibilities.  Redirect the substantial energy of your frustration and turn it into positive, effective, unstoppable determination."

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Monday, August 21, 2023

Do you want a say in how your year gets remembered? Join the Yearbook Club! The first meeting is this Thursday, August 24^th. For more questions or to get the google classroom code, please see Ms. Walke in room 156.

It is not too late to join cross country.  If interested, see or email Coach Beatty in room 304.

Senior Board is meeting Wednesday, August 23, at 7:15 am in room 313. Please be on time.  We are looking forward to a great year.

Attention students who enjoy writing creatively:   The first LP Writing Club Meeting will be on Tuesday, August 22 after school in room 147. Come to this informational meeting just to see what Writing Club is all about and if it's for you. Hope to see you there!  

Attention Juniors: If you are interested in participating in Junior Board, there will be a brief meeting on Wednesday, August 23 at 7:20 am in Mrs. Hartman’s room (room 338).

Drama Club will meet in room 226 after school on Tuesday, August 22nd.  If you cannot attend this meeting, please contact Mr. Thomas for further information.

Want to design a game in Roblox, create an Android app, or program a Self-Driving Vehicle? Come to an informational meeting for L-P Coders Thursday at 7:20 in room 327. See Mr. Bjerkaas if you can’t make it to the meeting or have questions.

Do you want to talk to the world on a new L-P student podcast or get involved in video production? Do you want to become a sports broadcaster? Get involved in the L-P Podcast Club. There will be an informational meeting at 7:20 on Thursday in room 327. See Mr. Baker if you can’t make it or if you have questions.

This announcement is for current juniors and seniors.

Would you like to get started on becoming a world traveler? Are you interested in doing a study abroad/youth exchange in the 2024-2025 school year through our local IL Valley Sunrise Rotary Club? Europe, Australia, and South America are possible locations for your placement. If you would like to learn more about this, please stop in the District Office in room 240 to sign up for an informational meeting  next Wednesday. More information will follow.

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Friday, August 18:

This announcement is for current juniors and seniors.

Would you like to get started on becoming a world traveler?  Are you interested in doing a study abroad/youth exchange in the 2024-2025 school year through our local Illinois Valley Sunrise Rotary Club?  Europe, Australia, and South America are possible locations for your placement.  If you would like to learn more about this, please stop in the District Office in room 240 to sign up for an informational meeting next Wednesday.  More information will follow.

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Monday, August 14, 2023

All students enrolled in ACC Aviation and Cosmetology should report to the East Gym stairs across from the Tennis courts before 7:45 to catch their transportation.  Cosmetology will board the La Moille Bus for transport, and Aviation will board the Mendota bus for transport.

Students in second block ACC Cosmetology should board the Putnam County (Johannes) bus outside the East Gym steps across from the Tennis Courts.  Please be prompt.

Attention all students:  We would like to welcome you to LP High School!  Please review your schedule carefully.  No changes will be allowed unless you have an error in your schedule or ‘See Counselor’ indicated.  If you believe you are taking a class you have already taken, please see your counselor as well.  At this point, schedules may only be changed for a study hall within the first 10 school days if you do not already have one.

This is a reminder for any student not currently enrolled in a Fall sport wishing to improve his/her health through weight training has the opportunity after school on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays in the Weight Room.  This is for both beginner and experienced weightlifters.  If interested or any questions, please see Mr. Lauer in Room 323 or meet after school in the Weight Room beginning Monday, August 14th. 

Welcome back!  Any senior interested in joining Senior Board, please stop by Mrs. Scoma’s room, 313 this week for more information.

Attention students:  If you were not photographed by LifeTouch during registration, make-up pictures will be this Friday, August 18th.  The photographers will be in room 135 from 7:15 until 2:00 p.m.  If you are not photographed by LifeTouch, your picture will not be in the yearbook.

Anyone interested in cross country, see Coach Beatty in room 304 or email.  Dual sport athletes are welcome.

Attention ALL students, the cardio room will be open on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, from 2:45pm to 4:15pm, for anyone looking to improve their cardiovascular health.  Monday August 14^th the cardio room official opens to all students.  If you have any questions, please see Coach Glupczynski in room 131.

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Friday, August 11:

All students enrolled in ACC Aviation and Cosmetology should report to the East Gym stairs across from the tennis courts before 7:45 to catch their transportation.  Cosmetology will board the LaMoille bus for transport, and Aviation will board the Mendota bus for transport.

Students in second block ACC Cosmetology should board the Putnam County (Johannes) bus outside the East Gym steps across from the tennis courts.  Please be prompt.

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