Mr. Wilson's Wind Ensemble met Mr. Anthony Susi, the composer of the music which they will be performing during their upcoming trip to England. Take a look at the videos below of the ensemble practicing these pieces. The pieces composed by Mr. Susi and to be performed in England are: The Race, Flight of the Dolphins, Home Awaits.

On Tuesday, the Marketing Coordinator for Chestnut Markets Mr. Ahmed Ramsey, presented LOLHS a check for $1225.00. This donation, raised through their community initiative programs at the Chestnut Market location in Old Lyme, is designated to support teacher appreciation. 

​Are you interested in learning more about careers in the
State of Connecticut Judicial Branch?
Students in grades 10-12 are invited to participate in a virtual job shadow on
Monday, February 3rd from 12:30pm-2pm t
o receive an overview of careers in the Judicial Branch as well as an opportunity to ask questions to a Supreme Court Justice. Please see the attached flyer. All interested students, please see Ms. Goss or Mrs. Williams-Kahn in the
School Counseling Office to sign-up (by January 30th).

By Maggie Thuma
​​The Spanish Honor Society has highlighted the country of Peru for this week's bulletin board. Peru is a country located in the North Western area of South America. The ECE Spanish classes have spent time learning about Peru due to its important history of Incan culture. The Incas ruled this area for decades until Spaniards colonized the area which caused a dent into the fulfillment of their culture. However the ancient Incan culture is a major draw to tourism, specifically to the ancient ruins named Machu Picchu. An important impact of Peruvian culture to the Americas is their unique cuisine. Two types of food that are very popular are Anticuchos cow hearts over yellow rice, and Lomo Saltado steak with grilled peppers over potatoes. A popular restaurant right in Connecticut, The Forbidden Llama located in Middletown Connecticut

By Juanjo Vazquez
​The students from the Spanish Honor Society created heartfelt cards for the residents of the retirement community, wishing them a New Year filled with health, joy, and peace. With respect and kindness, they expressed their hopes for a year of happiness and well-being, honoring the cultural richness of the Latino and Hispanic community. These cards reflect the students' deep appreciation for the elders' wisdom and experiences, and their sincere desire for them to enjoy a blessed and prosperous year ahead. They wrote the cards in Spanish because they are originally from Spanish speaking countries.

Midterms can prove to be a challenging and stressful time for students. Each year, Student Council tries to provide a welcoming environment at the school for students to take some quiet time and "Study with a Buddy." This year, along with some popcorn, the snuggles from Kona made it all worth it!

The Business Department is proud to announce that the following students have successfully demonstrated proficiency in Personal Finance by achieving a passing score on the nationally standardized Financial Literacy Certification Test. Subjects mastered include money, budgeting, banking, credit, insurance, investing, retirement planning, and financial planning and management. The students are officially, nationally Certified Financially Literate! 

By Juanjo Vazquez
In AP Spanish class, while studying Influences of Beauty and Art, students analyzed different sources and different points of view on whether graffiti is a form of art or vandalism.  Students were asked for homework to think about their favorite Spanish word and to create graffiti.  Students had to present in Spanish to the class in a circle the meaning of the graffiti and why they chose that word.  It was interesting to find how the words were connected with past sensory experiences; for example, students described smells, sounds, feelings, sports, family, past events, etc.

​Students were designing a roller coaster and sketching their design and labeling potential and kinetic energies as well as velocity at key places. 

Six Lyme-Old Lyme High School students were recognized at this year’s Connecticut Scholastic Art Awards. Senior Janna Graves deserves special mention for receiving a Gold Key for her portfolio, “The Experience of the Mundane,” which earned her a scholarship offer from the University of Hartford. Janna also received a Gold Key and the “CAEA Best in Mixed Media” award for “Boston Market” and a Gold Key in Painting for her gouache, “Giant Shells or Tiny Bucket?” All of Janna’s work will go on to be juried at the national level.
 
Senior Gloria Conley was awarded a Silver Key for her painting “Choke,” while Senior Nola Slubowski earned a Silver Key in Drawing for “On the Edge of the Rim.” Another Silver Key in Drawing was taken by Junior Andrew Taylor for “Weston.”
 
Senior Oliver Avelange was recognized in the Portfolio category with an Honorable Mention, and Junior Max Bartlett earned an Honorable Mention in Drawing
 
Listed works will hang at the Silpe Gallery at the University of Hartford from January 13 through January 31, with an awards celebration scheduled for Sunday, January 26. Congratulations to all who participated!

Olivia Kelly and Simon Karpinski were recognized at Wednesday evening's BOE meeting for being selected as the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents’ (CAPSS) Superintendent/Student Recognition Award for leadership service to the school, academic prowess relative to ability, and service to others in the community. ​

Here are the remarks that were shared at the BOE meeting explaining these students' qualities and accomplishments:

Simon Karpinski is exceptionally intelligent and adapts swiftly and effectively to the demanding schedules he faces each year. Simon is a leader.  He serves as Vice President of his class and has captained the Cross Country and Indoor and Outdoor Track teams. A key member of our two-time state champion Mock Trial team, Simon also earns accolades while competing with the Math Team. He provides tutoring at the MAC center and volunteers at middle school track meets and charity races. Perhaps his most distinctive service, however, is the time he dedicates each summer to maintaining grave sites for the preservation and dignity of those who have passed. Simon is a young man of great kindness, hard work, and dedication.  As a gifted student and individual, Simon consistently makes a positive impact on the world, just as he does every day in our school and in this community.
 
Olivia Kelly consistently strives to be her best, backed by an incredible work ethic. A strong student with even stronger grit and perseverance, she maintains a demanding schedule and ranks near the top of her class. As a three-sport athlete, her days often stretch from early morning to well into the evening, yet she always delivers. Her determination has earned her numerous accolades, including 2023 Shoreline Conference Player of the Year and Goalie of the Year. Olivia represents the Shoreline Conference on the state’s CIAC sportsmanship Committee. Even outside of her formal leadership roles, such as Soccer Captain, Student Leader, and National Honor Society member, Olivia is a go-to source of inspiration for her peers. She motivates and supports others with unwavering commitment to her responsibilities. Olivia never gives up; she consistently gives her best, pushing through challenges until she turns success into reality.

By: Carter Mc Glinchey
This holiday season, the Spanish Honor Society at the high school, along with the help of Lyme's Youth Service Bureau, organized a toy drive this winter to support a local family in need. Members of the club worked together to collect items for a family in need, including clothes, toys, and games, ensuring they have a brighter Christmas. With donations from the students of the high school, the club was able to deliver all sorts of presents, spreading holiday cheer and helping others in busy times such as now. Not only did the Spanish Honor Society make this a more special season for one family, but they were also able to spread an important sense of community throughout our town. The community is very grateful to everyone involved, including LYSB, Señor Vazquez, and the members of the Spanish Honor Society. Thank you to all who helped!

By: Juanjo Vazquez
 It’s the Three Kings, or Reyes Magos (Melchior, Gaspar and Baltazar), who bring children their gifts in Spain, not Santa Claus (although he is becoming more popular now, too) on January 6, not Christmas Day. On the night of January 5, the Kings parade through the towns across the country with their entourage of helpers, animals and elaborate floats, throwing sweets out for the children. When the kids return home, they leave out their shoes for the Kings to fill with presents overnight.
At the National Spanish Honor Society, in 2021-22 we created a new tradition in which students leave their shoes and if they were good members, they will receive candies (if they didn’t participate over the year, they will get coal). We are also aware of the Secret Santa so students brought a secret present for a friend. It was a nice way to finish the year and to keep this tradition.