Exploratories  

Mr. Ceresini would like to recognize Rosie Cozzone as the Exploratory Student of the Week. Rosie is prepared, makes great music, and is a great listener.  Thanks for being GREAT Rosie!

Knights

The Knights team would like to announce our Knowledgeable Knight(s): Sheyna Bruce. Congratulations!

Nobles

The Nobles team would like to congratulate this week's Notable Noble, Mary Decker.  Way to go, Mary!

Patriots

The Patriot team teachers are proud to announce Aidan Haugh as our Prestigious Patriots of the Week.  Congratulations, we are very proud of you!

Pioneers

Congratulations to Olivia Feltch for earning the Prodigious Pioneer of the week!  Great job, Olivia!

We are thrilled to announce Open Registration for HYA Softball’s 2025 Spring season for Age Divisions 8U-14U.

Online registration started on 12/01/2024 and will close on 1/10/2025. https://www.playhya.com/

During registration, Division placement is based on the Birthday date as of September 1st. There will be an option to play up a division, depending on evaluation placement.

The registration page will show the age group your daughter is in according to the age chart USA Softball. Play-up REQUEST will be given during the question portion of the registration page.

ALL players EXCEPT 8U are required to attend a 1-day evaluation.

Practices are scheduled during the week and OPTIONAL practices on weekends, with days and locations provided once teams are determined.

Volunteer Opportunities: If you're interested in volunteering, register under the volunteer section. Background clearances are required. Consider volunteering for a committee or Coach.

Discounted rates for ALL coaches. Adjustments will be made to account once confirmed and requirements have been met.

Financial Assistance: We believe every child should have the chance to play softball. Reach out to Jeff Kish at jkishest82@gmail.com for potential registration assistance.

LMS Week At A Glance

Principal’s Message
Friday morning I spoke about the December character trait of the month, responsibility, on WLMS.  I shared that this applies to completing tasks they are responsible for completing at school, like homework, but also to chores and other things they are asked to do at home.  I shared that when they are asked to clean up their room, do the dishes, or put away their laundry, being responsible looks like them following through without needing to be reminded consistently or hounded to do so. I shared that responsibility is what allows others to take us at our word when we tell them we will do or take care of something.  If you have some time this month, speak with your children about areas where you see them demonstrating responsibility and an area where you see them being able to improve. 

Student Council will be holding our second dance (Winter Wonder Dance) of the year on Friday, December 13 . Students love this opportunity to have fun with friends, play some dodgeball, enjoy some snacks and show off their dance skills on the dance floor. We hope your student will plan to come! Tickets will be sold at all student lunches on Thursday and Friday this week for $3 per ticket, or at the door on Friday for $5. Parents can plan to drop off/pick up at the cafeteria doors. We would still appreciate your support through snack donations or by volunteering your time. Take a look at what’s needed: Snack Donations & Volunteers Needed

Character Trait of the Month: Responsibility

Family Resources
-Executive Functioning Skills: BrainTracks - Free Parent Presentations via Zoom - all year
-Coping Kids & Teens: Help dealing with serious illness and loss - Opportunities for Help

Quick Links
HSD Calendar can be found HERE
HSD Athletics calendar can be found HERE
LMS Bell Schedules can be found HERE

Snapshot of the Week Ahead

Looking Ahead
12/13 LMS Holiday Dance @ 7:00pm (Snack Donations & Volunteers Needed)
12/17 LMS Winter Chorus Concert
12/20 LMS Wacky Olympics
12/20 Early Dismissal @ 12:40pm
12/23-1/1 No School

Need Help? 

• After Hours OR Outside of School Help  - Contact Information

• School Counselors - Stephen Sharp (Grade 7), Emily Forry (Grade 8)

• Student Assistance Program - Information Packet

The LMS Winter Wonder Dance is next Friday, December 13th.  We are still in need of Snacks and Volunteers for this special event.  If you are interested in contributing or volunteering, please use the links below.  Thanks!

Snacks

Volunteering

Knights

The Knights team would like to announce our Knowledgeable Knight(s): Cate Ruggiero. Congratulations!

Nobles

The Nobles team would like to congratulate this week's Notable Noble, Josephine Shirk.  Way to go, Josephine!

Patriots

The Patriot team teachers are proud to announce Hannah Tankesley as our Prestigious Patriots of the Week.  Congratulations, we are very proud of you!

Pioneers

Congratulations to Drew Groft for earning the Prodigious Pioneer of the week!  Great job, Drew!

All students in grades kindergarten, 6, and 11 should submit a completed physical exam form to their building’s school nurse as soon as possible if they have not done so already. 

Also, students in grades 6 and 11 will need immunization boosters before they enter grades 7 and 12. For more information, please visit hempfieldsd.org/immunizations.  

Missed out on the first Spirit Wear/Team Store in November? The team store will be open from December 2nd through December 9th. New items available! Be sure to get your gear to wear to the games!

Here is the link to the new Spirit Wear/Team Store: Hempfield High School Girls' Basketball 2024 | H & L Team Sales, Inc.

Hempfield School District will hold its Holiday Shoppe on Wednesday, December 4, featuring student-run businesses and creations made within classes. The cash-only stands will sell a variety of goods, including wooden button ornaments, hand-painted decorative plates, holiday-themed mason jars, handwritten notecards, embroidered items, pet treats, customized picture frames, and holiday gnomes.

The Holiday Shoppe is an opportunity for each student to use their individual strengths and skills to contribute to a project that benefits the whole class and community.

• Wednesday, Dec. 4
• 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
• HHS Franklin Gym
• Open to the community

Hempfield families helped the Hempfield Foundation raise $17,540 online during last week’s ExtraGive! This will have a huge impact on their ability to support Hempfield teachers and staff through their teacher grant program. These funds will also help with the Foundation’s All HSD Staff Appreciation event in March/April 2025. If you missed ExtraGive, there is a second opportunity to help the Foundation happening this weekend. The Foundation will be part of The Gifts that Give Hope Fair on Sunday, December 1, 2024, from 11am-4pm at the Farm & Home Center located at 1383 Arcadia Road in Lancaster. In addition to meeting folks from the Foundation, there will be food trucks, vendors, and a whole lot of holiday cheer. Thanks!