Book Fair season underway at District schools

The popular annual "Book Fair" season has begun at Lapeer Community Schools.

Displays are set up this week at Schickler, Murphy and Elba-Seaton Elementary Schools and students are compiling their "wish lists" for the holidays.


Students choose from the newest books and educational offerings and a portion of the receipts go directly back to the school.

Photos from Schickler on Monday are on the photo gallery.

Photos from Murphy.

Photos from Elba-Seaton.

Lapeer High School Drama Club brings 'Dracula' to life on Lapeer East stage

Bram Stoker’s classic book, “Dracula,” will come to life again on the Lapeer East High School Auditorium stage on October 29th, 30th and 31st.

Students from Lapeer East and Lapeer West will treat audiences to a thrilling adventure that’s filled to the brim with romance, bloodlust, and blind terror throughout Dracula’s Castle. The entrancing tale will have the audience clinging to the edges of their seats by the sheer genius of the actors and the surreal storyline.

Ticket prices are $7 for adults. Senior citizens, students and children are $5. Performances on Thursday and Friday, October 29th and 30th will be at 7 p.m. and the Saturday matinee, October 31st, will be at 1 p.m. Tickets are available at the door and will be sold starting an hour before each performance.

Lapeer High School Drama Club cast members include: Lucas Cosens, Matt Schneider, Zachary Fick, Alex Giddings, Katy Peacock, Caitlin York, Haley Ward, Nick Lucchesi, Dylan Dahring, Jesse McKelvie, Bridget Stemm, Miranda Sanborn, Monique Morris, Brittney Walker, and Brennah Donahue.

“Dracula” is co-directed by Jennifer DeWitt and William Spruytte with the help of student assistant director Steven Hoffa, and is generously supported by the parents and staff of Lapeer East and West High Schools as well as the Lapeer community at large.

To see some cast photos from dress rehearsal visit the District photo gallery.

Lapeer West to host Bay City Western in Region 2 Pre-District football playoff game

Lapeer West High School's 8-1 varsity football team will host Bay City Western's 6-3 football squad in a Pre-District football playoff game 7 p.m. Friday, October 30th. (This is a corrected date and time from an earlier posting).

Lapeer East, Lapeer West win final regular season games

Lapeer West defeated Clio, 35-9. Game story.

Lapeer East defeated Swartz Creek, 12-0. Game story.

Enrichment programs: Fun for young and seniors

Education and recreation at Lapeer Community Schools is more than just about young people.

The District, through its Enrichment Catalog, offers a variety of programs to the community.

The popular senior fitness program meets Monday and Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the new Lapeer Community High School gymnasium at the Cramton campus, 1220 Lake Nepessing Road in Elba Township. Cost of the program is $60, or for seniors 60 and older within the Lapeer District the class is $40 with the Lapeer Gold Card.

The fall program ends on November 18th, but is scheduled to return in the winter.

Starting Monday, November 2nd, the free winter walking program begins at Lapeer West High School from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, except during holiday weeks and on “snow days.” The program continues through Thursday, March 25th. For further information on this program or the “closed” days contact the LCS Enrichment Office at (810) 538-1622. Please do not call Lapeer West about this program.

A Snowmobile Safety Certification class is scheduled for Thursday, December 3rd from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Rolland-Warner Middle School.

The snowmobile class is a home study course with classroom follow-up. A Michigan Snowmobile Safety Certificate, which allows persons 12 years of age and older, to operate a snowmobile without adult supervision, will be awarded to students who successfully complete the course and pass a written test.

Pre-registration for this course is required. The deadline to register for the course is Wednesday, November 25th. Cost is $25 per person, or two people from the same household for $45.

For more information on these or other Enrichment courses call Mary Linn Voss, Community Services Coordinator, at (810) 538-1622. ###

New photos: Zemmer Middle School construction update - October 21

Some new construction photos (taken today, October 21, 2009) are available here and additional photos on the District's photo gallery.

Lapeer East versus North Branch soccer game

The link to the video of the North Branch vs. Lapeer East soccer match is now active. Watch the game here.

Lapeer West's "Haunted Hallways" open this weekend for UNICEF fund-raiser

Who knew there were ghosts occupying the hallways of Lapeer West High School?

Members of the Lapeer West High School Key Club have donned their costumes and make-up and are opening to the public “Haunted Hallways” at the school, 170 Millville Road in Lapeer from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, October 24th and Sunday, October 25th.

Students in the Key Club are donating the receipts from the event to UNICEF.

Cost of the “Haunted Hallways” is $2 per person and the actors will turn up the lights and tone down the event for young children and the faint of heart.

“We want everyone to have a good time,” said Ellie Jolly, vice-president of the West Key Club.

To attend the event, park in the north staff parking lot along Oregon Road and follow the Halloween decorations.

Lapeer West Girls' Golf team finishes 7th at State Finals, finishes "magical" season

The Lapeer West High School girls’ golf team finished an incredible season with a 7th place finish at the State Finals this past weekend at Forest Akers Golf Course in East Lansing.

On Saturday, the team shot a combined 364, a school record score.

“It was a magical season with the team going undefeated in the Flint Metro League, winning the Regional Tournament and then placing 7th at the State Finals,” said Coach Mike Ogg.

Lapeer East College Night 2009 sets new participation record with 554 parents, students

The annual “College Night” at Lapeer East High School drew a record crowd of students and parents to hear from representatives of 53 colleges and universities on Monday, October 19th.

A total of 554 students and parents signed in at the event, up from 406 and 420, who signed in during 2007 and 2008.

The one-stop shopping has proven popular with parents and students during times of high gas prices. The representatives of the various institutions provided information on academic programs, admission criteria, housing and scholarship and financial aid.

Parents and students from Lapeer East and Lapeer West made up 87 percent from and 13 percent were from outside the District, including high school students from Imlay City, Almont, Brandon, Brown City, LakeVille, North Branch, Dryden, Oxford and home schooled students.

“We are thankful to our parents and students for participating in this event and especially thankful to the many colleges and universities who send representatives who bring vital information to help students make one of the most important decisions in their lives,” said Lapeer East counselor Susan Wilmers, who coordinates the event. “We are very pleased with the increased parent participation this year.”

Police seek info on suspicious incident

On Tuesday afternoon, the Lapeer Community Schools received information from the City of Lapeer Police Department on a suspicious incident that happened on Monday. Letters will be going home with students today and Wednesday. The content of the letter is:

October 20, 2009



Dear Parents,

This afternoon we were notified by the City of Lapeer Police Department of a suspicious man who followed a 13-year-old girl riding her bike home from school on Monday afternoon.

The incident took place near Charbridge Avenue and W. Genesee Street about 3:30 p.m. on Monday. A white man, driving a dirty white minivan, described as a possible Chevrolet Venture with a tinted back window, asked the girl to stop so he could give her a ride home. After the girl refused to stop, the man, who is further described as having a gray beard, wearing a black winter hat and a British accent, continued to follow the girl north on Lincoln Street to Liberty Street and then east to Jackson Street.

In addition to a warning to children about the incident, police are interested in any information about the man and ask that if you have information about this or other incidents to contact Lapeer officer Trevor Johnson or Detective Sgt. Craig Gormley at (810) 664-0833.

We are committed to protecting our students and know that you, as parents, will continue to teach your children how to best protect themselves and seek assistance if necessary. Please reinforce the lessons about interacting with strangers with your children and, of course, immediately notify the police or sheriff’s deputies if you see or hear anything out of the ordinary.

Sincerely,

Debbie Thompson
Superintendent

College Night 2009 - Tonight at Lapeer East High School

Just a reminder that more than 50 colleges and universities will be on hand tonight, October 19th, at Lapeer East High School from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. to meet with students and parents about college programs.

This is an excellent opportunity for students and parents to do some one-stop college shopping without having to drive all over Michigan or the country to do so.

The event is open to anyone, inside the District or not. The school is located at 933 S. Saginaw Street across from the Lapeer Recreation Center.

Football results for Friday, October 16

Lapeer West defeats Holly.

Lapeer East loses tough one to Fenton.

Lapeer East High School band offers 'costumed' Halloween Concert Oct. 28th

Students in the Lapeer East High School band will be brewing up a treat for Halloween with a free public concert at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28th in the Lapeer East High School auditorium.

The popular annual Halloween concert includes band director Mrs. Lyniece Fenner and her band members dressed in costume as they play appropriate selections for the day.

Students, parents sought for after-school tutoring progam at Lapeer East High School

Students struggling with courses and parent volunteers are needed to participate in after school peer tutoring programs at Lapeer East High School and Zemmer Junior High School at Rolland-Warner Middle School.

The Lapeer East program – “Your Time” – matches students needing help with particular courses with National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. for one-on-one tutoring.

It is also a time for help with completing homework.

The Zemmer program at Rolland-Warner is available to all 7th grade students on Thursdays from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. National Honor Society students are looking for more students to stop in for help with homework or studies, said parent William Gavette, the coordinator of both programs.

Parents are needed to supervise the programs. All tutoring is done by the honor society students. Parent volunteers will need to fill out a volunteer form, which takes about a month for a routine check to be completed.

“These are great programs and I encourage students needing help with their courses to stop in and take part in the tutoring,” said East principal Kelly Paige.

To volunteer or receive more information on either program contact Mr. Gavette at (810) 417-1559 or by e-mail at: wmgavette@gmail.com.

Lapeer West soccer team blanks Montrose

The Lapeer West soccer team scored a 3-0 victory over Montrose.

Lynch Elementary School first-graders visit Outdoor Center at Skinner Lake

With the completion of fifth-grade trips to the R. Michael Supernault Outdoor Education Center at Skinner Lake the first-grade classes from around the District have been taking their turns at the beautiful outdoor classroom.

On Wednesday, students in Mrs. Katherine Ruhlman's class made their way to the center and spent the afternoon studying habitats.

Students also got a chance to stand on a beaver lodge on Skinner Lake. Back at the Outdoor Center classroom, students got an up close and personal look at snakes and other displays.

On Wednesday, students had a special treat when wild turkeys showed up around the classroom. More pictures are available on the District's photo gallery.

Lapeer East varsity soccer game against North Branch to be webcast next Monday

Fans of Lapeer East soccer will get a second chance to watch Thursday’s (October 15th) varsity soccer game versus North Branch on a delayed webcast scheduled to be shown starting Monday, October 19th on www.joltnation.com.

Lapeer East graduate Jason Connolly will be doing pre- and post-game interviews along with the play-by-play for the game, which will be played on Lapeer Optimist Soccer Field No. 10, the championship field starting at 6:45 p.m.

Sponsors for the program are Lapeer Medical Associates, Dr. Albert Smith; Dr. Duane Rowley, podiatrist; Byron Konschuh, Lapeer County Prosecuting Attorney; and the Lapeer Soccer Club.

Lapeer East's Keely Turczyn qualifies for State golf finals with an 87 at Regionals

Lapeer East High School junior Keely Turczyn qualified for a trip to the State golf finals at Michigan State University’s Forest Akers Golf Course this weekend with a score of 87 and a 4th place overall finish at the Regional Tournament last weekend.

Among girls who didn’t qualify for the State finals on a team, she was second. It is the second year Keely has qualified for the State tournament. In 2008, Keely qualified with an 87 score and a 6th place overall at the Regional tournament.

The top three teams from each region and the top three individuals, not on a qualifying team, advance to the State tournament. She shot an 87 at Regionals which was 4th over all and 2nd among girls who didn't qualify on a team.

“I am proud of Keely and our entire team for the work they put in this year,” said coach Steve Stearns. “We wish Keely well at the State tournament.”

In addition to Turczyn, team members are Teresa Freeman, Emily Hilgendorf, Kelsy Robinson, Kelsey Sinclair and Brittany Ventline. The team finished 7th at the Regional Tournament.

Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' comes to the Lapeer East High School Auditorium stage

Bram Stoker’s classic book, “Dracula,” will come to life again on the Lapeer East High School Auditorium stage on October 29th, 30th and 31st.

Students from Lapeer East and Lapeer West will treat audiences to a thrilling adventure that’s filled to the brim with romance, bloodlust, and blind terror throughout Dracula’s Castle. The entrancing tale will have the audience clinging to the edges of their seats by the sheer genius of the actors and the surreal storyline.

Ticket prices are $7 for adults. Senior citizens, students and children are $5. Performances on Thursday and Friday, October 29th and 30th will be at 7 p.m. and the Saturday matinee, October 31st, will be at 1 p.m. Tickets are available at the door and will be sold starting an hour before each performance.

Lapeer High School Drama Club cast members include: Lucas Cosens, Matt Schneider, Zachary Fick, Alex Giddings, Katy Peacock, Caitlin York, Haley Ward, Nick Lucchesi, Dylan Dahring, Jesse McKelvie, Bridget Stemm, Miranda Sanborn, Monique Morris, Brittney Walker, and Brennah Donahue.

“Dracula” is co-directed by Jennifer DeWitt and William Spruytte with the help of student assistant director Steven Hoffa, and is generously supported by the parents and staff of Lapeer East and West High Schools as well as the Lapeer community at large.