We may be a day late, but we would be remiss not to give a huge shoutout to our amazing IT team at Lakeshore Public Schools!
David Barzee, Brian Ames, Austin Partee, and Chris Quartermaine—thank you for your dedication, expertise, and commitment to keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Whether it’s troubleshooting, maintaining systems, or supporting staff and students, you make technology work for everyone, every day!
#NationalIITProfessionalDay #LakeshoreProud
Congratulations to our Best of the Best winners! Join us in celebrating these amazing staff members who have gone above and beyond for our students and schools:
Nanine Cvengross, Paraprofessional at Stewart Elementary
Alaina Kinney, English Teacher at Lakeshore High School
Cami Vitek, 3rd Grade Teacher at Hollywood Elementary
Karissa Glowacki, Paraprofessional at Stewart Elementary
Their unwavering dedication to our students and the success of Lakeshore Public Schools is truly inspiring!
#LEF #LancerPride #BestOfTheBest
Exciting News, Lakeshore Family! Don’t miss the latest episode of Looking Inside Lakeshore Schools! Host Joe Jason is joined by our very own Superintendent Eding and Athletic Director Greg Younger as they dive into all things fall sports at Lakeshore!
Looking Inside Lakeshore Schools- Episode #3: https://www.meridix.com/event/254328
Today, we remember the bravery and unity that arose from September 11, 2001. At Lakeshore, we work every day to teach our students the values of courage, compassion, and togetherness. Let's take a moment to thank our first responders, military personnel, and everyone who serves to keep us safe.
Show off your Lancer Pride, Lakeshore! No matter where summer took us, one thing stayed constant—our Lakeshore gear was always in the bag! From the beach to the mountains, and everywhere in between, we carried our tradition and commitment to excellence with us. #LakeshorePride #LancerNation
Congratulations to Pam Greiffendorf for 35 amazing years of service to Lakeshore Public Schools!
Congratulations to our staff members with 25 years of service to Lakeshore!
Congratulations to our staff members with 20 years of service to Lakeshore!
Congratulations to our staff members with 15 years of service to Lakeshore!
Congratulations to our staff members with 10 years of service to Lakeshore!
The RAV Program, funded by the Lakeshore Excellence Foundation, helps Lakeshore Public Schools recognize and appreciate our amazing educators. Yesterday, at the District-Wide Welcome Back, we celebrated staff members who have reached longevity milestones with special lanyards and gift cards as a token of our appreciation for their dedication to Lakeshore. Congratulations to our staff members with 5 years of service to LPS! #LEF
Preliminary bus routes have been posted on the transportation page. Please note these are the preliminary times and they may have changed from previous years. Final times will be posted before school starts.
Lakeshore Public Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Danny Thompson as the new Dean of Students at Lakeshore High School. With a strong commitment to student well-being and a proven track record in supporting academic and personal growth, Mr. Thompson brings valuable experience to this role.
His collaborative work with colleagues, counselors, and the broader Lakeshore community has been crucial in providing tailored support and resources to students. As Dean of Students, he is committed to continuing this work to ensure all students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Lakeshore High School Principal, Jerry Holtgren, said, “Mr. Thompson will bring a student-first approach to his new role as well as the passion and enthusiasm we’ve learned to expect from him. We look forward to him helping our young people learn, grow, and become successful students and adults. His ideas and perspectives will help shape our student services moving forward.”
In addition to his new role, Mr. Thompson will continue as the head varsity football coach at Lakeshore High School. His ongoing involvement in athletics will strengthen his relationships with students, fostering a positive impact on their overall school experience.
Danny Thompson said, “I'm honored to take on the role of Dean of Students, where I can help foster positive change school-wide. Leaving the classroom after 12 years is bittersweet; it's been my home away from home, filled with priceless moments and incredible students. However, I look forward to this new challenge, especially because it means I can continue to be around the amazing students and faculty of Lakeshore! It's about us.”
Join Lakeshore Public Schools!
We're excited to announce paraprofessional openings for the upcoming school year! If you're passionate about education and looking to make a difference, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of our great district.
Apply today at Red Rover (https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1011) and start your journey with Lakeshore Public Schools!
Summer has officially arrived! With the change in season, Central Office has transitioned to summer hours.
Monday to Thursday: 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday: By appointment only
You can reach Central Office at 269-428-1400
We are thrilled to honor Laura Veldman, Missy Emery, Christine Parm, and Amy Murdoch for their exceptional accomplishment as the 'Best of the Best' at Lakeshore Public Schools! Their unwavering commitment and enthusiasm truly make a difference in our school community!
The Third Annual WAVE Awards were held at Lake Michigan College’s Jenkins Theater on Wednesday, May 22. The ceremony honors musical theatre work by high school students and educators throughout Southwest Michigan and Northwest Indiana. The presentation is loosely designed after Broadway’s famed Tony Awards. The WAVE Awards are meant to recognize, encourage, and promote excellence in high school musical theatre. This year, nominees represent ten high schools in four counties and two states.
Lakeshore High School’s production of Newsies was among the nominees for several categories. Lakeshore nominations included Outstanding Set Design (Paul Milligan), Outstanding Choreography (Theresa Graziano), Outstanding Orchestra/Pit (Matt Pagel), Outstanding Featured Ensemble (Newsies of New York), Outstanding Featured Actor (Vivian Rose), Outstanding Lead Actor (Aiden Sokol), Outstanding Direction (Christine Sloan), and Outstanding Musical.
The Lakeshore Newsies cast received the award for Outstanding Featured Ensemble. Junior Vivian Rose was awarded Outstanding Featured Actor for her role of Les. Congratulations!
The Class of 2024 enjoyed a beautiful morning for graduation rehearsal. Thanks to the Lakeshore Excellence Foundation, each student received a tumbler and had a chance to win a YETI cooler. LEF's support, from major initiatives like Early Literacy to smaller gifts like tumblers, makes Lakeshore Public Schools a special place. Thank you, LEF! #Tradition #Excellence #LEF
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible elementary teachers who piloted new Language Arts curriculum this past spring! Your dedication and feedback have been invaluable in making an informed decision for our students' education. Thank you!
#LEF #RAVProgram
On National Accounting Day, we want to give a big shoutout to our finance office at Lakeshore Public Schools: Jan Lausch, Tracy Althouse, and Nancy von Koenig. They keep things running smoothly behind the scenes, handling budgets and finances with precision and care. Their hard work ensures that our school stays financially healthy and can provide the best education possible for our students. Thanks for all you do!
