Violinist Leah Nason Attends District Orchestra

On February 8-11, sophomore Leah Nason, a violinist, attended PMEA District 8 Orchestra at South Williamsport High School. The festival brought together students from 22 different school districts. They were selected to participate through competitive auditions held at Williamsport High School in November. Guest conductor for the festival was Dr. Jeffrey Jacobsen, Director of Orchestral Activities and Opera at Mansfield University and Music Director of the Binghamton, New York Community Orchestra.  While at the festival, Leah had another audition, where she placed third, which earned her the right to attend PMEA Regional Orchestra at Williamsport High School on March 22-24.  Leah has played violin for many years and is the private student of Mr. David Lassiter. Leah plays electric violin in the Loyalsock Jazz Band and she plays clarinet in the Concert Band.  Congratulations Leah on representing Loyalsock Twp. High School so well!

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Samantha Scott to Display Art at National Convention

Please join us in congratulating Samantha “Sami” Scott for having her work chosen to be displayed at NCECA’s coveted NATIONAL K-12 Exhibition! Sami’s graffitoed porcelain slab will be on display March 28-31 in Seattle, Washington. The National Council on Education for the Ceramics Arts Conference is held annually in a different city each year. The event is attended by professional ceramic artist, K-12 teachers, college professors, and student of all levels. This year’s event is expected to draw nearly 5000 attendants.  More info on NCECA can be found here: http://nceca.net/ .  Congratulations Sami!

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LTHS Students Very Active in United Way Campaign

If you didn't have a chance to see the article in this week's Sun-Gazette, several Loyalsock students were spotlighted in their efforts, along with Director of Student Services Mrs. Christina Herman, with this year's Lycoming County Untied Way campaign.  Each of our students was very involved in this year's multiple meetings with how to make more of an impact on raising funds to benefit the United Way.  Kudos to them and Mrs. Herman on their volunteerism and dedication to such a worthwhile organization!

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LTHS Recognized by U.S. Department of State

Last week, we were visited by a representative from the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, who was here interviewing us on a program that they facilitate in conjunction with youth foreign exchange programs. Specifically, the representative spoke with us about our willingness to contribute to international peace and providing a comfortable experience to various scholarship recipients.  According to his own account, Hamza Ali, our current exchange student from Pakistan, has had a great experience so far here at LTHS.  We look forward to hosting more individuals through this worthwhile program!

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Congratulations Senior Eli Weber - February Student of the Month

Eli Weber, son of Dr. Seth and Karen Weber, has been recognized as Loyalsock's February Student of the Month.  Eli has consistently earned honor roll status throughout high school, and his favorite subjects are Spanish, Business Management, and Multimedia.  Eli plans on attending Eastern Carolina University and pursue a major in business.  Eli has participated in and lettered in soccer for the past four years and in track and field for the past two years.  In addition, he has logged more than 40 hours of community service while working at an underprivileged children's camp in San Jose, Costa Rica and ten hours in a soup kitchen in Jerusalem, Israel.  In his spare time Eli enjoys hockey, videography, video editing, free-style soccer, and running.  Congratulations to Eli and his parents on this well -deserved recognition!

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All-District Choral Concert at CAC a Smash!

Although a relatively small school district, Loyalsock has purposefully chosen to include a strong focus on the arts and music.  Such a position is evident when observing and taking part in one of our district's all-district choral or instrumental concerts held annually.  Last year, and this year once again, the choral concert was held at Williamsport's Community Arts Center, a phenomenal venue to see any sort of performance.  Over 300 students, grades 4-12, participated, showcasing some extraordinary talent through the various choruses and select choirs at the high school level.  The outcome of this concert is a tribute and testament to our music faculty K-12 and their never-ending support of students' experiences in the arts.  Interestingly, the finale has recently incorporated the help of other district personnel in showcasing our youth's talent.  Congrats to all students who participated and special congrats to our music staff on yet another successful performance!  On another note, our All-District Instrumental Concert will take place on Tuesday, March 6, 7:00 p.m. also being held at the CAC.

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Loyalsock Key Club Again Worthy of Recognition!

Key Club at Loyalsock has always had a phenomenal local and state-wide reputation.  Student leadership at that level is an enormous requirement, and Loyalsock has always had students vying for some pretty serious leadership posts.  Seniors Gina Girio and Dan Hamm have much to do with Loyalsock's success recently.  As storied in a recent Williamsport Sun-Gazette article, Gina and Dan share their experiences at the state level.  Congrats to them and to advisor, Miss Jennifer Beck, on this well-deserved recognition.

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Congratulations Nate Flexer - Lyco CTC/Rotary Student of the Month

Nate Flexer has been recognized by the Lycoming Career and Technical Center as their January Student of the Month!  Nominated by his instructor, Chef Anstadt, Nate is a high achiever in his Culinary program at LycoCTC.  Nate is just one of more than 30 students who attend LycoCTC daily as part of their education at Loyalsock.  Students spend half a day with us and half a day at Lyco in Hughesville.  The Culinary program, in particular, is an amazing program, and Chef Anstadt is a top-shelf chef sharing his experience and instruction with Nate and other Loyalsock students who attend.  Congrats again to Nate and his family on this special recognition!

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Congratulations Senior Nate Rohrer - January Student of the Month!

Senior Nate Rohrer, son of Christopher and Audra Rohrer, has been recognized as Loyalsock's January Student of the Month!  Nate is a high-achieving young man who has been consistently on the honor and high honor roll throughout high school.  A member of our COW (Cultures of the World) organization and club historian, Nate plans on attending either the United States Military Academy or Valley Forge Military Academy with a focus to serve in our nation's military.  He has been a member of and has lettered in Track and Field for the past three years, and looks forward to participating again this coming spring.  In his spare time, Nate enjoys running and reading.  Congratulations to Nate and his family on this well-deserved recognition!

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Loyalsock Students Stand Together Against Drugs & Alcohol

If anyone has driven by the numerous billboards around Williamsport, you will have likely seen several Loyalsock students on the "big screen" standing together as a message to others about the ill effects of drugs and alcohol on our community's youth.  A "Hometown Heroes" billboard done in conjunction with Valley Prevention Services and Executive Director, Geoff Arthur, and with students through the newly established Commonwealth Medical College, these students in Loyalsock's SADD organization got a first-hand glimpse of what it takes to seriously impact the perception of today's youth regarding drugs and alcohol.  Congratulations and special thanks to our students for taking this message so seriously to protect our community's children, including:  Rameez Zaman, Dan Hamm, Morgan Chambers, Abigail Yates, Jimmy Webb, and Kayla VanFleet. Special thanks to Mrs. Diane Stanzione, SADD advisor, for coordinating this special effort!

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Congrats Hayley Steiger - PMEA District Band

On January 11-14, senior Hayley Steiger attended PMEA District 8 Band at Bloomsburg University. The festival brought together students from approximately 40 different school districts. They were selected to participate through competitive auditions held at Williamsport High School in November. Guest conductor for the festival was Dr. M. Gregory Martin, Associate Director of Bands and Assistant Professor of Music Education at West Chester University. While at the festival, Hayley had another audition. At this audition, she placed first which earned her the right to attend PMEA Regional Band at Montrose on February 23-25.  Congratulations Hayley on representing Loyalsock Twp. High School so well!

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Wow - No Posts for a While...Here's a Great Story!

Since the beginning of the new year and the end of our first semester, we have had numerous great things to share about our school community.  As is typical with any high school, things get really busy!  To begin with, we want to recognize Mrs. Linda LaCoe, a veteran math educator and our math curriculum coordinator.  She is highly involved in our school, has phenomenal technology skills, has great relationships with students, and spends countless hours helping others.  What's most important is that she is an exceptional teacher, and that is why she was nominated by a fellow colleague, Ms. Carol Johnson, for an Apple Award, sponsored by the National State teacher of the Year-Pennsylvania Chapter!  The same organization that Mrs. Kindra Brelsford recently had experienced at the PA State Teacher of the Year Conference, Mrs. LaCoe's impact on Loyalsock students and staff does not go unnoticed.  The NSTOY organization recognizes such achievements across the state, and Mrs. LaCoe certainly fits the bill.  Congratulations to Mrs. LaCoe!

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