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Good afternoon, folks - we’ve had a calm and uneventful week here at LHS. It can be a tough time of year as students count down to April Break. The weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer; all good things, but as a result, the focus of some tends to wane, and at times, an extra push is required to pull students back on track. All of that being said, we seem to be in a good spot right now, and we’re all buckling in for the last six weeks of school. The trick is to enjoy these nicer days and the ability to be outside while maintaining the self-discipline to finish strong academically and maintain good relationships in the building. Our students, over the years, have done a remarkable job keeping that balance intact, and I suspect that won’t change this year.

During Advisory this morning, we had a senior class meeting and went over with them important end-of-year events and shared with them what they can expect between now and when they graduate. We talked about the prom, finals week, the class trip, graduation, and a handful of other senior-specific items that will be important for them to know. Besides simply providing information and laying out expectations, we took the opportunity to remind them of the value of embracing these next several weeks, of getting involved, enjoying each other’s company, and avoiding being apathetic or indifferent as the end of high school draws close. We encouraged them to appreciate their friends and peers, to acknowledge one another, and show gratitude for the effort made by those who’ve helped them along the way. The class listened, they were respectful, and there were a few light moments - a good meeting all around.

We will continue to share information as it comes our way, and as always, thank you for your continued support and cooperation. I hope you have the chance to enjoy the weekend with friends and family.

Hi folks - we had a good week at LHS. With end-of-year teacher and staff evaluations completed, I’ve had the chance to spend time in a number of classrooms. As I’ve shared in previous Weekly updates, the best part of an administrator’s day is seeing students in the classroom, interacting with their peers and their teachers.

Although there are many different ways for students to learn and earn credit, and Lebanon High School does an excellent job creating and recognizing those opportunities, there is still great value in the traditional teacher-student classroom model, which represents the bulk of the learning taking place. That said, opportunities for students to work meaningfully in groups and for teachers to serve as facilitators rather than presenters are far more prevalent than they were thirty years ago.

During my visits, I’ve largely seen students on task: raising their hands to ask and answer questions, solving problems, and completing their work. There is also time for the kinds of exchanges you hope to see, both among students and between students and teachers. Positive, respectful interactions should be the norm, and from my vantage point, they are widespread and happening throughout the school day.

Being present in the halls, the gym, the cafeteria, and classrooms across the building provides a more complete understanding of how the school day unfolds. It offers valuable perspective on the experience our students and staff have each day. We’re fortunate to have systems in place that allow staff, students, board members, and administrators to reflect on what we see and what is shared with us, so we can adjust, refine, and intervene when needed to improve learning and the overall student experience.

Those conversations, both formal and informal, are always time well spent. I hope everyone has the chance to enjoy the weekend.

April Student of the Month Georgia Gaffney

Hi folks…Wow! What a finish to the 3 v 3 tournament that concluded this morning during Advisory. The annual event always becomes increasingly competitive as we make our way to the final four teams, and sometimes the desire to win becomes front and center, and the goal of having fun gets pushed aside a bit. I’m pleased to report that participants in today’s game exhibited great sportsmanship and reminded all of us that the spirit of play that was intended is alive and well.

I want to wish the Science Olympiad team the best this weekend as they head to the NH State Championships. They have had tremendous success at this event in recent years and they are looking forward to another strong finish.

Finally, just a quick reminder that the Wet Paint Players are performing their Spring production of CLUE at the Lebanon Opera House this weekend. The cast and those working behind the scenes to bring this play alive are excited and proud of their hard work, and look forward to sharing the experience with you.

Good morning - It's been a good and busy week at the high school. Our Spring athletics meeting was well-attended last night and it's great to see teams gathering together and getting ready to get outside when the weather allows. The 3 v 3 basketball tournament has been a lot of fun, with good games being played and both staff and students enjoy themselves in what has become a much anticipated and longstanding tradition here at LHS. Finally, there are still a number of students who haven't yet completed the registration process - if you could please encourage your student(s) to complete the process over the next few days, we can begin the process of creating next year's schedule. I hope everyone has the chance to enjoy the weekend.

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