On Tuesday evening, the World Language Department celebrated their 2nd annual Language National Honor Society Induction Ceremony together. The Chinese, Latin, French and Spanish Scholars were inducted into their respective Lyme-Old Lyme High School's chapter. These students are recognized for their excellence in language learning and exploration of the culture. Each chapter has worked tirelessly this year impacting our local, national and international communities. After the ceremony, students and families enjoyed a reception.  A special thanks to Mr. Carroll, Mrs. Lefevre, Mr. Wang,  and Sr. Vazquez for their efforts in coordinating a special evening. 

Last week, 11th grade students with an interest in the medical field had a wonderful day at the Medical Career Day field trip at Middlesex Health Shoreline Medical Center. Students spent the day learning from different professionals in the field of healthcare and participating in a variety of engaging hands-on activities. It was an informative and enjoyable experience for all!

We are looking to expand our job shadow placement opportunities through our School to Career Services for 11th and 12th grade students. We hope you may consider partnering with us to provide students with these valuable experiences in their identified career of interest. Job shadows can include a full day where a student joins you at your place of employment to learn the ins and outs of your profession. If this is not an option, an opportunity may also include coming to the high school to meet with the student(s) to share information about your profession through a presentation and/or Q&A session.
Please complete the Job Shadow Opportunities Survey (below) if you would like to be added to our Job Shadow Placement list. If you have any specific questions – please reach out to Christie Williams-Kahn, School to Career Coordinator.

Model UN had a conference at Clark University on Saturday Mar 29,  where they discussed world issues as well as some local issues. 11 students went and came home with some new experiences and friends from other states. They debated topics such as The 1995 Asian Financial Crisis in Indonesia and Collapse of the Suharto Regime,  Afghanistan Forgotten, the Modern Humanitarian Crisis of Afghanistan,  whether or not to discipline the Salem witches and local issues where students were bringing up issues with Clark administration in relation to Clark University policies.
Award for best delegate was awarded to Ryan Shapiro for his work on Indonesia Democracy and a verbal communication award for Lana Brunza and Lauren Belval for their work with the Special Political and Decolonization Committee as they discussed increasing Female Political Participation

By: Juanjo Vazquez-Caballero
Students from the Spanish Honor Society have put their creativity and cultural pride on display by submitting digital and drawing posters for a prestigious national contest. The competition, themed “Celebrating Our Roots and Cultures in the Heart of the Universe,” challenges participants to artistically express their knowledge through visual art.
The students collaborated to design a vibrant and meaningful poster that highlights the diverse cultures of the Spanish/Portuguese -speaking world. Their artwork incorporates traditional symbols, historical influences, and personal connections to their knowledge, creating a powerful visual representation of unity and cultural appreciation.
Along with the poster, students were required to submit an artist statement explaining the inspiration behind their work. In their statement, they reflected on how their roots influence their identity and how different cultures intertwine to form a rich and dynamic global community.
This submission not only showcases their artistic talents but also reinforces the importance of cultural awareness and pride. The Spanish Honor Society students are eagerly awaiting the contest results, hopeful that their hard work and passion will make a lasting impact on the judges.

By: Antoinette Thuillier, Community Prevention Coordinator, LYSB
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​This week was National Drugs and Alcohol Facts Week, a national campaign to spread information about the harms of using drugs and alcohol during adolescence. The Responsible, Educated, Adolescents Can Help (REACH) Youth Coalition tested their peers' knowledge through Jeopardy! and Bingo, and also had them wear drunk/high simulator goggles while playing concentration and motor skills games to demonstrate the impact alcohol and marijuana have on reaction time and coordination. Students also participated in mock field sobriety tests while wearing the goggles, performed by Officer Hackett and Officer Sirigos! REACH meets Thursdays during lunch, and the Lyme Old Lyme Prevention Coalition (LOLPC) has a meeting coming up on Thursday April 3rd via Zoom (link here - anyone can join!).  If you are a youth or adult interested in preventing substance use in Lyme/Old Lyme, contact the LYSB Prevention Coordinator Antoinette Thuillier at [email protected] or Mary Seidner at [email protected] for more information. On Wednesday March 26th at 7pm, there will be a FREE Narcan Training open to all community members (register here). The Director of Health at Ledge Light Health District (LLHD), Jennifer Muggeo, will provide the most up to date information about overdoses in Lyme/Old Lyme during the Narcan training and will also present at the next LOLPC meeting. 
 
When youth use drugs and alcohol, they are affected physically and mentally. Keeping youth engaged, knowledgeable, and empowering them to retain autonomy and say no to drugs and alcohol is the mission of REACH and the LOLPC. Great job to the students who participated this week and congratulations to the bingo winners!

On Tuesday evening, Grades 5 through 12 performed their annual spring concert. The auditorium was standing room only!  Proud parents and families were able to see the progression of talent and growth. The finale was wonderful with all grades on stage performing together.

On Tuesday, along with the sea of various shades of green, Student Council members prepared and facilitated some fun activities during our lunch waves. Photo booth, clover toss and pin the clover provided some levity to the day and students received a good luck bracelet after participating.