Lake Hamilton School District

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Bethany Alexander at the middle school: "Thank you for going above and beyond for your students! You are such a bright light in everyone’s life! We appreciate you so much!" - Christine Tice (LHMS Parent) #LHWolfNation

HEART FOR ART Lake Hamilton High School students in Rana Ward's art classes are working on their "Have a HeArt for Art" program submissions. The program works to educate students in Garland County about heart disease and its prevention through educational art curriculum and creative art activities. #LHWolfNation

JROTC INSPECTION Each Wednesday, JROTC members at Lake Hamilton High School wear their uniforms. During their JROTC class period, students perform movements while their uniform is inspected and then answer questions about the cadet rank structure. #LHWolfNation

WRESTLING WOLVES WIN Congratulations to the Lake Hamilton High School Wrestling Wolves for their big win over Lakeside last night! The Wolves beat the Rams 51 - 30. #RamMeat #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Bridgette Dunn at the high school: "Thank you for all of your help and the kindness in your heart. God bless you!" -Sean Baugh (LHHS Student) #LHWolfNation

NOW HIRING Apply online: http://lhsd.info/employment High School Computer Science Teacher: Appropriate Arkansas Educators License required. Experience preferred. For more information contact Donald Westerman at donald.westerman@lhwolves.net or call 501-767-9311. #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Kendra Stramp at the elementary school: "My daughter loves you! You are a very caring teacher. I am very thankful for you. I know my daughter and her class mates are in good hands. Thank you for all of your hard work." -Trena Cox (LHES Parent) #LHWolfNation

STEP TOUR Lake Hamilton High School STEP (Students Transitioning to Employment Program) students visited Forrest Hills Apartments recently. During the visit, students received a tour and information on how to rent an apartment. #LHWolfNation

NEW HORIZONS RECEIVES GRANT Lake Hamilton New Horizons has been awarded the A.W.A.R.E. (Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education) grant to support efforts in providing mental health care awareness and trauma-informed practices for students and staff.  The grant will provide opportunities for school staff to attend mental health conferences and to purchase curriculum beneficial to students.  Lake Hamilton New Horizons is one of twenty schools in Arkansas awarded the $10,000 grant.  This will be the second year in a row for the program to receive the grant. #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Tanya Duke at the elementary school: "Mrs. Duke has been so great for my daughter! I can't even tell all the times that she made my daughter feel encouraged and my daughter is starting to do better in school because of her kindness and the way she teaches her. We love Mrs. Duke!" -Rebekah Pruitt (LHES Parent) #LHWolfNation

WOLF WEEK NEWS: January 25 - 30, 2021 Check out what's going on in #LHWolfNation this week: https://mailchi.mp/lhwolves/wolf-week-news-1755921 #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Andrew Williams at the junior high: "I just wanted to say thank you for pushing Audrey this year in volleyball. She was so nervous. You really inspired her to keep going and for that I thank you. You are great!" Lori Morris (LHJH Parent) #LHWolfNation

​LHHS RECEIVES START UP GRANT Lake Hamilton High School was recently awarded a $29,209.39 grant by the Arkansas Department of Education Division of Career and Technical Education for the addition of the Child Care Guidance and Management Program of Study. The grant will allow Lake Hamilton High School to offer a new program of study in the family and consumer sciences department through the human and social services program. The program will consist of three courses: family and consumer sciences, life span development, and child care guidance, management, and services. The program of study prepares students by giving them information and experiences in the occupational field of childcare guidance, management, and services. Students will complete a minimum of 40 hours of hands-on practicum in a childcare facility through the program. Other opportunities include early childhood education, foster care, family daycare, and teacher assistance. “The real-world experience will be invaluable to our students.” Melody Gilleran, LHHS Family & Consumer Science Teacher Students in the program will also have an opportunity to earn industry certifications such as the Child Care Teacher Certificate, Child Care Assistant Certificate, and/or the Child Development Associate Credential. “We began discussing the need for this program last year. During the fall of 2020, we researched the job market and opportunities this might afford our students. We completed our grant application in October with the assistance of April Shepherd with Dawson Educational Cooperative. Students who take all three courses in the program will be given concentrator status on their diploma, demonstrating that they have completed the program focused on industry standards. This could be very beneficial to them when applying for post-secondary programs or careers.” Melody Gilleran, LHHS Family & Consumer Science Teacher Grant applicants went through a review process using rubrics that ranked them based on funds available, labor market data, learning opportunities, certifications offered, and student interest. The grant provides funds that can be used to purchase equipment, program-specific supplies, required training, and software to support technology related to the course. Lake Hamilton High School will use the funds to purchase industry-standard equipment and to give students technical, academic, and employability skills. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of childcare workers is projected to grow seven percent from 2016 to 2026. It is projected that working parents will continue to need the assistance of childcare workers. In addition, the demand for preschool and childcare facilities is projected to remain strong since childhood education is widely recognized as being very important for a child’s intellectual and emotional development. “Another important part of this program is the community partnerships we’ve formed. These partners will provide work-based learning opportunities, guest speakers, internships, and job shadowing opportunities for our students.” Melody Gilleran, LHHS Family & Consumer Science Teacher Lake Hamilton will have three teachers who will be teaching courses in grades 9 – 12: Lisa Stanley will teach Family and Consumer Science, Melody Gilleran will teach Life Span Development and Candace Mason will teach Family and Consumer Science and Child Care Guidance, Management, and Services. Visit the following link for a complete list of schools that received a 2021-22 start-up grant: https://dcte.ade.arkansas.gov/docs/Resources//2021-2022%20State%20Start-Up%20Awards-Final.pdf #LHWolfNation

THROWBACK THURSDAY The #ThrowBackThursday for this week is from 2000. Pictured longtime Lake Hamilton girls basketball coach, James Boley, looking on as members of the senior girls basketball team huddle before taking the floor. #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Bryna Blissit at the elementary school: "I appreciate all the hard work, effort and time that you put in to help my daughter with her doing virtual school. We love your class and the way that you get the kids to learn, and we admire all the patience that you have for the kids. It takes a special person to do what you do. Thank you for all your hard work!" Margeana Hester (LHES Parent) #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Mandy Jones at New Horizons ALE: "Mrs. Jones has the kindest heart. She has been my sons teacher for two years in ALE and he adores her. She takes the time to let me know how his day is and she treats him like he was her own." - Jessie Bowerman (LH New Horizons Parent) #LHWolfNation

NON AUTHORIZED SOLICITATION Sports Media Advertising, also known as Sports Media Marketing and Boost Sports, has been falsely claiming to be affiliated or working on behalf of the Lake Hamilton School District to raise funds for our athletic teams and school groups. The Lake Hamilton School District has not partnered with Sports Media Advertising. Sports Media Advertising is not authorized to solicit funds on behalf of the Lake Hamilton School District. The District has made multiple attempts to contact Sports Media Advertising regarding this issue and has learned that the company has an F rating with the Better Business Bureau. To date, Sports Media Advertising has not responded to the Better Business Bureaus' request to address the issues and disputes, nor have they responded to the request of the Lake Hamilton School District to stop soliciting funds in our community. The Better Business Bureau listing for this company can be found here: https://www.bbb.org/us/tx/fort-worth/profile/marketing-programs/sports-media-marketing-0825-1000143456 #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Reagan Jordan at the primary school: "This teacher is soo amazing and caring for all her students and parents. She goes above and beyond to make sure my daughter has all that is needed at school and at home. She even responds to messages once she’s at home if we are confused as a parent about schoolwork or something else that’s needed. She truly enjoys her job and you can tell! Thanks for all your hard work Mrs. Jordan. Zoey loves you and so do we!" - Amber Young (LHPS Parent) #LHWolfNation

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Sidney Kewak: "He always keeps me encouraged and grounded. Even when it’s hard!! Honestly, the entire staff at the district. I know this last year has been exceptionally challenging. Thank you for being our heroes in education !" - Gabriel Gamerdinger (LHHS Student) #LHWolfNation

WOLF WEEK NEWS: JANUARY 18 - 23, 2021 https://mailchi.mp/lhwolves/wolf-week-news-1755917 #LHWolfNation