At Wednesday evening's BOE meeting, Mr. Will Allik was recognized as this year's Teacher of the Year. Additionally, he was honored by the VFW with a $200 donation to the organization of his choice. Will selected LYSB for their consistent support of our schools and the arts.

"Will is a truly exceptional individual who has not only mastered the art of teaching but has also greatly influenced the way we perceive education in our school. Will goes beyond teaching the curriculum.  He has ignited a spark in his students, encouraging them to see the world through a creative lens and to think beyond the conventional. His classroom, is not just the subject he teaches, but a powerful tool for expression, innovation, and critical thinking. He has created an environment where every student feels valued and inspired to explore their unique talents. He challenges his students to push boundaries, to ask questions, and to develop their own creative voice. He teaches his students how to see and how to express their vision in creative ways.
His dedication to nurturing young minds is evident in every project he undertakes – be it the stage set for the musicals and plays or each lesson he teaches. He dedicates hours mentoring our students guiding them through their own projects. Will understands that his subject is a vital component of a child’s education, one that fosters creativity, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence. If you have never been to the LOL Student Art Show, I suggest you put it on your list…   You will not only enjoy the exceptional work of our students, but see the Pre-K-12 continuity of instruction that has been forged through his leadership. Please join me in honoring someone who bleeds Wildcat Blue every day."

This Wednesday was our first Wildcat Wednesday. In lieu of our Advisory lessons that we have been following over the years, Student Council representatives suggested last year during our  Safe School Climate meeting to make a change. Under their advise we have revamped our Advisory program to incorporate opportunities for students to participate in workshops that address various forms of wellness. This has been a work in progress since last fall and it has finally come to fruition. We have  a number of great workshops which students have selected (see list below). They will have five of these workshops this semester and then in January they will select another workshop that interests them. There was some really positive feedback 

During Health classes this week, Mrs. Warren introduced herself to the 11th and 12th grades.

Newcomers: Join us for  some pizza
(or bring your own lunch)  
THURSDAY, October 10th during BOTH LUNCHES.
We hope you will join members of the Student Advisory Council and myself for some pizza. It is a wonderful opportunity to meet some new people and find out more about our school community. 

Lunch will be held in the Library Media Center  or Room 110
Announcements will be made via Parent Square

This week was filled with lots of spirit! On Wednesday we also held our first real class meetings. Each class held a different activity for the class to bond together. The seniors took their annual class photo and enjoyed some treats after, the junior class went out to the track to play flag football and yard games along with some fall treats, the sophomore class was in the gym enjoying several games of Dodge Ball, and the freshman class played all sorts of table games in the library.
On Friday evening the Commons was set up for another wonderful Homecoming Dance. The rain held out this year so the Pizza Truck and the DJ were able to be outside in the courtyard. Fun was had by all! And then to top it off, we had our only Homecoming game on Saturday!

Once again, the HS volleyball team is hosting a Dig Pink match to raise money for the
Breast Cancer Program Fund at Yale New Haven Hospital. 
Join us @ 4 for JV and 5:30 for Varsity, Monday, September 30th.
T-shirts are on sale for $20 as well as baked goods and concessions at the match.
Checks payable to Yale New Haven Hospital.

Model UN is off to a great start. Students are researching a country for 30 minutes and discussing politics, economics and social issues in that country. 

Hello Wildcats!
 
October is an exciting month here in the cafeteria! It is National Farm to School Month! We have some fun activities and menu offerings planned to celebrate and to get students excited about supporting our local farms and knowing where the food they eat comes from.
 
     October 7-11 is CT grown for CT kids week.
We will be offering students a variety of locally grown foods, homemade muffins made from locally grown fruits and vegetables, and offering samples of foods for them to try. There will be coloring pages, posters and information about the local farms who grow our fruits and vegetables and even a few giveaways!
 
October 15, Lyme School will be having a special event with Farmer Matt during lunch. He is a CT farmer who’s produce is distributed through Sardilli, our produce supplier. Sardilli works with a number of CT farms to provide fresh local produce to schools, restaurants, and others throughout the state. Their website has information about these farms and what local produce is available for each season. Farmer Matt will be hosting an apple tasting for students where they will be able to sample 4 or 5 varieties of locally grown apples and then vote on their favorite. He will be able to talk with the students about farming, locally grown foods, and answer questions.
 
Many of the farms in Connecticut offer farm visits, field trips, and even birthday parties!
We encourage families to visit local farms with their children. Whether you go apple picking, pumpkin picking, berry picking, or just want to visit for the scenery or farm stand offerings,
visiting local farms helps students to connect with where the food they eat comes from and encourages them to try foods they might otherwise not be interested in.

LOLHS XC volunteers turned up, despite wet weather and late notice, for the Bound for the Sound 5k and 10k in Old Lyme on Saturday.

On Friday, as advertised last week, LOLHS students showed their Wildcat Pride by were BLUE!
During homeroom, students and staff congregated on the middle field to take a photo! 
It was a great opportunity to get ready for SPIRIT WEEK this week!!!

EIghth grade students in Mr. Raucci's class came over to the HS to  explore how architects account for light (sun) and its impact when planning for a new building.

Mrs. Kellianne Regan, Health & Physical Education Teacher. ​
​My name is Kelli Regan and I grew up in Waterford, CT. I taught 5th and 6th grade P.E. For 5 years at Baldwin Middle School in Guilford, CT. I am very excited to have been welcomed into the Wildcat community as a P.E. and Health teacher this year! So far, I have really enjoyed learning about all the things LOLHS has to offer. I am looking forward to getting involved on some of our athletic programs in the future and continuing to get to know all of the students and staff in this wonderful school

To Volunteer:
Sign-up Form:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090549ADAD28A6F58-51619416-homecoming
Contact us:  [email protected]. 
For info on LOL Booster Club visit:  www.lolboosterclub.org

On Wednesday during Academic Review, all juniors were assembled in the auditorium to meet Jesse Brockwell,  the Director of Learning Consultants for Middlesex County. Jesse, an alum of LOLHS,  gave the students a short introduction of  what to look forward to in the spring as well of some strategies to get prepared for the SAT. Jesse will be holding workshops for the junior class in the Spring prior to the SAT testing date in March. 

On Thursday during both lunches, Student Council students held their second Newcomers Pizza Lunch. We were happy to see some different faces. We will be holding another in a couple of weeks.