Congratulations to Lakeshore High School Class of 2026 seniors, Ariel Wang and Cole Miller, on receiving 2026 St. Joseph Kiwanis Foundation Scholarships!
Ariel and Cole are active members of Lakeshore’s Key Club and were selected as scholarship recipients by the Kiwanis Club of St. Joseph-Benton Harbor. Each student receives a $1,000 scholarship and may reapply for up to three additional years.
The Kiwanis Club has been awarding scholarships to local students since 1965 and has provided more than $1 million in scholarship support over the years.
Way to go, Ariel and Cole! We are proud of your hard work and accomplishments.
Pictured with Kiwanis Scholarship Chair Laurie Kelly.
Not only are our staff members growing this summer—our students are too!
Summer athletic camps kicked off last week, and it's been great to see our Lancers learning, practicing new skills, and having fun along the way.
One of the best parts has been watching our older students step up as coaches, mentors, and role models for our younger Lancers. They're leading by example, building connections, and helping create positive experiences for everyone involved.
We're proud of the effort, leadership, and enthusiasm we're seeing throughout our summer programs. Keep up the great work, Lancers!
This week, members of our Lakeshore Public Schools staff are participating in TCIS training, learning de-escalation strategies, behavior regulation techniques, and ways to support students through challenging situations.
Their commitment to professional growth helps create safe, supportive learning environments and strengthens positive relationships with students. We appreciate their dedication to learning—even during the summer—to better serve our students and families!
Tomorrow Is the Night! Join us tomorrow, June 12, from 5:00–7:00 PM in the LHS Cafeteria as we celebrate the retirement of Athletic Trainer Dan Tinkey!
Stop by to congratulate Dan and thank him for his many years of dedication, care, and service to our Lancer athletes. His impact on our students, coaches, and athletic programs has been tremendous, and we look forward to honoring his outstanding career.
We will also formally recognize Dan during halftime of the Lakeshore vs. St. Joseph football game on September 11, 2026.
We hope to see you there as we celebrate and thank Dan for everything he has done for the Lakeshore athletic community!
Stop by to congratulate Dan and thank him for his many years of dedication, care, and service to our Lancer athletes. His impact on our students, coaches, and athletic programs has been tremendous, and we look forward to honoring his outstanding career.
We will also formally recognize Dan during halftime of the Lakeshore vs. St. Joseph football game on September 11, 2026.
We hope to see you there as we celebrate and thank Dan for everything he has done for the Lakeshore athletic community!
48 Years of Dedication! What a tremendous accomplishment for Athletic Trainer Dan Tinkey, who is retiring after an incredible 48-year career supporting Lakeshore athletes.
Tinkey has been a constant presence at Lakeshore sporting events and has witnessed countless memorable moments and athletic successes throughout the years. His commitment to student-athletes has left a lasting impact on the Lakeshore community.
Tune in to Looking Inside Lakeshore Schools and hear Dan Tinkey and host Joe Jason take a trip down memory lane as they reflect on nearly five decades of experiences, achievements, and unforgettable stories from Lakeshore athletics.
The Direct LINK to the show is: https://webca.st/278288
Tinkey has been a constant presence at Lakeshore sporting events and has witnessed countless memorable moments and athletic successes throughout the years. His commitment to student-athletes has left a lasting impact on the Lakeshore community.
Tune in to Looking Inside Lakeshore Schools and hear Dan Tinkey and host Joe Jason take a trip down memory lane as they reflect on nearly five decades of experiences, achievements, and unforgettable stories from Lakeshore athletics.
The Direct LINK to the show is: https://webca.st/278288
Join Us in Celebrating Athletic Trainer Dan Tinkey! Please join us on Friday, June 12, from 5:00–7:00 PM in the LHS Cafeteria for an Open House honoring Athletic Trainer Dan Tinkey as he prepares for retirement.
This will be an opportunity to congratulate Dan and thank him for his many years of dedication, care, and service to our Lancer athletes. Throughout his career, Dan has made a lasting impact on countless students, coaches, and families, and we are grateful for all he has done for our athletic community.
We will also formally recognize Dan during halftime of the Lakeshore vs. St. Joseph football game on September 11, 2026.
We hope you can join us as we celebrate Dan’s outstanding career and wish him all the best in retirement!
This will be an opportunity to congratulate Dan and thank him for his many years of dedication, care, and service to our Lancer athletes. Throughout his career, Dan has made a lasting impact on countless students, coaches, and families, and we are grateful for all he has done for our athletic community.
We will also formally recognize Dan during halftime of the Lakeshore vs. St. Joseph football game on September 11, 2026.
We hope you can join us as we celebrate Dan’s outstanding career and wish him all the best in retirement!
At our year-end staff meeting today, we proudly recognized four outstanding members of the Lakeshore Public Schools family for their dedication and commitment to our students and community.
Congratulations to Katy Rubley, Stewart kindergarten teacher, and Amy Perkins, Lakeshore High School history teacher, who were honored as the R. James Johnson Outstanding Educator Award recipients.
We also celebrated Karen Kozdron, Roosevelt Media Center specialist, and Juanita Lopez, Administrative Assistant for the Director of Student Services, as the Nye-Totzke Support Staff Award recipients.
Thank you for the passion, excellence, and care you bring to Lakeshore Public Schools every day. Your impact on our students, staff, and community is truly appreciated!
Congratulations to Katy Rubley, Stewart kindergarten teacher, and Amy Perkins, Lakeshore High School history teacher, who were honored as the R. James Johnson Outstanding Educator Award recipients.
We also celebrated Karen Kozdron, Roosevelt Media Center specialist, and Juanita Lopez, Administrative Assistant for the Director of Student Services, as the Nye-Totzke Support Staff Award recipients.
Thank you for the passion, excellence, and care you bring to Lakeshore Public Schools every day. Your impact on our students, staff, and community is truly appreciated!
As we wrap up another school year at Lakeshore Public Schools, we are proud to recognize our last recipient group of Best of the Best for this year. This special recognition highlights staff members who consistently go above and beyond for our students, schools, and community. Their dedication, care, and commitment make a lasting impact every day. Please join us in congratulating this outstanding group of recipients:
Debbie Watson – LMS
Katy Rubley – Stewart
Amy Beck – Roosevelt
Nancy Anderson – Roosevelt
Andrea Countess – LHS
Meredith Lane – Stewart
Katie Lint – LMS
Alley LoPresti- Roosevelt
Debbie Watson – LMS
Katy Rubley – Stewart
Amy Beck – Roosevelt
Nancy Anderson – Roosevelt
Andrea Countess – LHS
Meredith Lane – Stewart
Katie Lint – LMS
Alley LoPresti- Roosevelt
When the seniors are away, the juniors will play! Lakeshore High School AP Biology and Forensics juniors took advantage of the beautiful afternoon by volunteering at Grand Mere State Park. Students spent the day pulling invasive species and picking up trash to help preserve one of our community’s natural treasures.
Great job to these hardworking students for giving back and making a positive impact on the environment!
Great job to these hardworking students for giving back and making a positive impact on the environment!
Lakeshore Summer Athletic Camps are Almost Here!
A reminder that summer sports camps are coming soon, and we’re excited to welcome all of our young athletes back for another great season of skill-building, teamwork, and fun.
All camp information, schedules, and details can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Oo_ZXMJ-KRY9TNYx0CFuWd9u2MgYkI9KeLhZkMXy_UY/edit?usp=sharing
We look forward to seeing everyone out at camp this summer!
Register by May 29th to guarantee your camp shirt: https://gofan.co/app/school/MI4439
A reminder that summer sports camps are coming soon, and we’re excited to welcome all of our young athletes back for another great season of skill-building, teamwork, and fun.
All camp information, schedules, and details can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Oo_ZXMJ-KRY9TNYx0CFuWd9u2MgYkI9KeLhZkMXy_UY/edit?usp=sharing
We look forward to seeing everyone out at camp this summer!
Register by May 29th to guarantee your camp shirt: https://gofan.co/app/school/MI4439
The countdown is officially ON!
The Class of 2026 is gearing up for graduation rehearsal — aka the moment it finally starts to feel REAL. One last practice before the caps fly and the celebrations begin.
Join us tomorrow at 7 PM for graduation~
The Class of 2026 is gearing up for graduation rehearsal — aka the moment it finally starts to feel REAL. One last practice before the caps fly and the celebrations begin.
Join us tomorrow at 7 PM for graduation~
The countdown is officially ON!
The Class of 2026 is gearing up for graduation rehearsal — aka the moment it finally starts to feel REAL. One last practice before the caps fly and the celebrations begin.
Join us tomorrow at 7 PM for graduation~
The Class of 2026 is gearing up for graduation rehearsal — aka the moment it finally starts to feel REAL. One last practice before the caps fly and the celebrations begin.
Join us tomorrow at 7 PM for graduation~
In honor of National Accounting & Finance Day, we’re giving a big shoutout to the real MVPs who keep everything balanced (literally)!
A huge thank you to our amazing Accounting & Finance team — Heather Jarvis, Tracy Althouse, and Amy Hosbein. Your attention to detail, hard work, and behind-the-scenes magic keep everything running smoother than a perfectly reconciled spreadsheet.
We appreciate you today and every day
A huge thank you to our amazing Accounting & Finance team — Heather Jarvis, Tracy Althouse, and Amy Hosbein. Your attention to detail, hard work, and behind-the-scenes magic keep everything running smoother than a perfectly reconciled spreadsheet.
We appreciate you today and every day
In honor of National Speech-Language Pathologist Day, we’re excited to recognize and celebrate our amazing SLPs and the important work they do every day.
Thank you to our SLPs for the meaningful difference you make for students each day: Kara Lampinen, Becky Banyon, Maria Ingram, Heidi Southard, and Katie Dabkowski.
Thank you to our SLPs for the meaningful difference you make for students each day: Kara Lampinen, Becky Banyon, Maria Ingram, Heidi Southard, and Katie Dabkowski.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who supported Lakeshore High School's After Prom! Your generosity helped make it such a fun and memorable night for our students. We couldn’t have done it without you!
A HUGE THANK YOU to Volunteer Band Nurse Sandy Hayes, who is stepping away after an incredible 38 years with the Lakeshore High School Band program.
Sandy was recognized at last night’s Board of Education meeting, where a huge crowd gathered to show their appreciation for the years of care, dedication, and support she has given to countless students, families, and staff.
Thank you, Sandy, for the time, compassion, and heart you have invested in the band program for nearly four decades. Your impact will be felt for generations to come!
Sandy was recognized at last night’s Board of Education meeting, where a huge crowd gathered to show their appreciation for the years of care, dedication, and support she has given to countless students, families, and staff.
Thank you, Sandy, for the time, compassion, and heart you have invested in the band program for nearly four decades. Your impact will be felt for generations to come!
The Move More (at Work) Challenge has come to a close, and we are proud of the commitment of our staff and the small steps they took to stay healthy and active!
Congratulations to our Week #3 winners of the Move More (at Work) Challenge:
• Casey King (LMS)
• Sarah Blazic (LHS)
• Kim Wojahn (LHS)
• Samantha Clark (Stewart)
• Melissa Lapekas (Stewart)
Great job to everyone who participated and kept moving throughout the challenge!
Congratulations to our Week #3 winners of the Move More (at Work) Challenge:
• Casey King (LMS)
• Sarah Blazic (LHS)
• Kim Wojahn (LHS)
• Samantha Clark (Stewart)
• Melissa Lapekas (Stewart)
Great job to everyone who participated and kept moving throughout the challenge!
Today we celebrate individuals whose dedication and hard work make a difference every single day. Congratulations to our Best of the Best honorees!
Curtis Partee – Behavior Support Specialist
Renee White – LPS Transportation Dispatcher
Angie Anderson – Roosevelt Paraprofessional
Andrea Gibson – Bus Driver
Your commitment, care, and impact do not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do to support our students and community
Curtis Partee – Behavior Support Specialist
Renee White – LPS Transportation Dispatcher
Angie Anderson – Roosevelt Paraprofessional
Andrea Gibson – Bus Driver
Your commitment, care, and impact do not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do to support our students and community
Join us tonight for an evening of incredible talent at Lakeshore High School’s Cabaret!
Date: May 1
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: LHS Auditorium
Come enjoy a variety of performances showcasing the amazing skills of our students. From music to drama and everything in between, it’s a night you won’t want to miss.
Tickets are just $5.00 and will be available at the door.
Bring your friends and family and support our talented performers—we hope to see you there!
Date: May 1
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: LHS Auditorium
Come enjoy a variety of performances showcasing the amazing skills of our students. From music to drama and everything in between, it’s a night you won’t want to miss.
Tickets are just $5.00 and will be available at the door.
Bring your friends and family and support our talented performers—we hope to see you there!
Happy School Lunch Hero Day!
After celebrating our amazing Food Service team during National Nutrition Month, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on Pam Greiffendorf, our Food Service Director at Lakeshore Public Schools!
For over 30 years, Pam has helped lead one of the busiest “restaurants” in town—serving around 2,500 meals every day to our students.
Her favorite part of the job is simple but powerful: knowing every child has had the chance to eat.
We are so grateful for Pam’s dedication, leadership, and the care she brings to our students and community each day.
Be sure to check out photos of Pam and some of her incredible Food Service teammates throughout the past 30 years—you won’t want to miss the memories!
Thank you, Pam, for being a true School Lunch Hero!
After celebrating our amazing Food Service team during National Nutrition Month, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on Pam Greiffendorf, our Food Service Director at Lakeshore Public Schools!
For over 30 years, Pam has helped lead one of the busiest “restaurants” in town—serving around 2,500 meals every day to our students.
Her favorite part of the job is simple but powerful: knowing every child has had the chance to eat.
We are so grateful for Pam’s dedication, leadership, and the care she brings to our students and community each day.
Be sure to check out photos of Pam and some of her incredible Food Service teammates throughout the past 30 years—you won’t want to miss the memories!
Thank you, Pam, for being a true School Lunch Hero!
