The education of our children is an investment not only in their future, but ours. Our students are preparing to enter a complex, competitive and globally connected world. In order for our community, county, state, and country to maintain or improve its economic status, our graduates must be highly skilled, adaptable, and globally aware. To prepare this type of graduate, our school district must look for ways to offer our students educational experiences that develop these skills and qualities.

The need and challenge to educate our children is clear; however, we operate at a time of diminishing financial resources to support public education. In response, our school district has provided leadership to develop learning partnerships and management efficiencies to maximize the use of our resources. During the 2012/2013 school year, a learning partnership has been developed with Corinth CSD and Ballston Spa CSD that will allow our students to take courses not currently offered locally. In addition, sharing positions such as cafeteria manager, school business administrator, school network coordinator, coaches and a classroom teacher highlight management efficiencies and sharing relationships that have allowed the district to focus resources on student programming.

The Hadley-Luzerne Board of Education has constructed a budget for the 2013-2014 school year that invests in student programs that promote their success, while also being sensitive to fiscal pressures being placed upon local taxpayers. The board of education has authorized a tax levy increase of 1.37% that continues support for pre-Kindergarten education, increases support for early literacy programming, assessment and intervention, instructional technology, honors and AP courses. The budget plan also creates a capital fund and a repair reserve that will allow the district to move forward with a grade reconfiguration plan in September 2014. The capital fund and repair reserve will pay for bathroom renovations and expenses related to the reconfiguration that will result in the creation of a PK-6 at the current middle school and a 7-12 Jr./Sr. High School.

Great things are happening in your schools! Great teachers and caring adults are supporting the learning and skill development that our students need. Great parents, guardians and community volunteers are becoming actively engaged in our schools. Our parent group, boosters, and members for each of the district’s bargaining units have collaborated to improve district communication, district programs, and athletic fields.

We appreciate greatly the interest that you take in the education of our community’s children. Please remember to vote on May 21^st between Noon and 8 PM at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School located on Hyland Drive in Lake Luzerne.

2013 – 2014 HLCSD Budget & Information

HADLEY-LUZERNE COMMUNITY/STUDENT BAND INAUGURAL SEASON

If you currently play, or have played a band instrument in the past, please consider joining our group.  Band Music performed will be accessible for musicians as young as 7^th grade.  We would like to welcome any middle schoolers, high schoolers, and parents/community members in the area to rehearse and put on a performance in Mill Park. Our first rehearsal will be Tuesday, May 21^st, from 7:00-8:30 PM, in the band room at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School.  Please bring your instrument and we will provide the music. Here is the schedule:

Tuesday, May 21^st, 7:00-8:30 PM Rehearsal, MS Band Room

Tuesday, May 28^th, 7:00-8:30 PM Rehearsal, MS Band Room

Tuesday, June 4^th, 7:00-8:30 PM Rehearsal, MS Band Room

Tuesday, June 11^th, 7:00-8:30 PM Rehearsal, MS Band Room

Tuesday, June 18^th, 7:00 PM Performance Mill Park, LL

If you would like the opportunity to have fun and make music please contact Joseph Iachetta at 696-2378 ext. 120, or iachettaj@hlcs.org.

CLASS OF 2015 DODGEBALL TOURNEY OUTCOME

Congratulations to the 2013 Dodgeball Champions!

Seven Seconds to Victory aka Jeff’s Dirty Boys Team of:

Kyle Baer, Jeff Heller, Joey Gilbert, James Romer, Chris Von, Jack Bice, Tyler Granger, Joe Plante, Mackenzie Caldwell & Alex Olson won the tournament!

Congratulations to the basket Chinese auction winners:

“Heading to the Beach” – Mellissa Braham, “Chocolate Lovers” – Wayne Strong, “$25.00 Gift Certificate to Longhorn Restaurant” – Janice Waterhouse, “Avon Mother’s Day” – Mark Canavan, “Wash Me” – Connie Marcotte, “Avon Variety” – Mikayla Anderson, “Avon Father’s Day” – Jami Deuel, “Avon Mother’s Day II” – Anne McLean, “Time for a Cookout” – Caroline, & “Going to the Movies” – Karen Love.

The Class of 2015 thanks all who supported this event!

SPORTS PHYSICALS

It’s time to plan for Sports Physicals.  Evergreen Health Center is available for the following dates:

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 8:30 AM – 12 PM – HS Gym

Wednesday, May 29, 2013 8:30 AM – 12 PM – MS Nurses Office.

The process is much smoother if you inform your coaches; who provide their players with the Health Appraisal form and receive them back signed by parents.  The physician will not be able to evaluate anyone without all statistic and paperwork completed.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Hadley-Luzerne District is in need of a full time, NYS Licensed, Registered Professional School Nurse (School Calendar).  Please submit a letter of interest, resume, proof of RN license, HLCS employment application (available online at HLCS.org) and three references to: Paul Berry, Superintendent of Schools, HLCS, PO Box 200, 27 Hyland Drive, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846 or email to yorkr@hlcs.org.

ANNUAL BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION 2013

The Annual Budget Vote and Election will be held on Tuesday, May 21^st at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School, LGI room, 27 Hyland Drive in Lake Luzerne from noon to 8:00 PM.  The public hearing on the 2013-2014 Proposed Budget will be held Monday, May 13^th at 6:30 PM at the MS LGI.  Key Facts: Budget Total is $18,939,709 with a 1.37% Tax Levy increase.  This budget maintains academic and extracurricular programs, invests in early reading programming and assessment, increases focus on sharing with BOCES, Corinth and Ballston Spa, plans for the future Grade Reconfiguration.  The propositions include a mini-van purchase, two school buses and a repair reserve of $40,000.  The two Board of Education candidates on the ballot are: Antoinette Lombardi and Gregory Novotarski.  More information on the budget will be mailed to all district residents this week. Questions or Comments on the budget can be answered by the Superintendent of Schools, Paul Berry at BerryP@hlcs.org or by calling 696-2378 ext. 108. For voter registration information or to apply for an absentee ballot, please call the District Clerk at 696-2378 x108 or email yorkr@hlcs.org.

2013 – 2014 HLCSD Budget & Information

HL HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE ENVIROTHON

The Hadley Luzerne Envirothon team took 6^th place in the Warren County Envirothon competition during the last week of April. The competition, held each year at the Warren County Fish Hatchery in Warrensburg, challenges teams of high school students to answer questions on Forestry, Wildlife, Soils, Aquatics and a special topic. This year’s special topic was Rangelands since the national competition will be held in July in Montana.  On the individual tests, the HL team scored 2^nd  in Aquatics and 3^rd in Rangeland.  There were a total of 18 teams competing.   With only one graduating senior, the Hadley Luzerne Envirothon team is already planning for next year. With five seniors next year, the drive to win at the county level and go to the State competition will be huge.  Hadley Luzerne last won the county competition in 2008 and placed 17^th at the State competition at SUNY-Cobleskill.

HS STUDENT SCHOLAR ATHLETES RECOGNIZED

The Chronicle Award were presented to student athletes– Shelby Backus and Darren Cirillo at the April 22^nd Board of Education Meeting.  Students chosen to receive this award include contributions which exemplify both academic and athletic excellence. Ms. Backus and Mr. Cirillo were presented with a plaque as well as featured in The Chronicle newspaper, an area weekly with a circulation near 30,000 copies.  Congratulations!

MATH ESTIMATION WINNERS FOR APRIL

PreK – Amber Mack

Kindergarten – Hailey Codacovi

1^st Grade – Austin Hayes

2^nd Grade – Aislynn Dixon

STUDENTS OF THE MONTH FOR APRIL

Pre K –  Caidy Tucker

Kindergarten – Hope Solorzano

1^st  Grade –  Elena Starzec

2^nd Grade – Vivian Millis

PK-2 CHARACTER EDUCATION AWARDS FOR APRIL – “ACCEPTANCE”

Pre K – Adryana Benway, Jacob Mattison

Kindergarten –  Kayden Dunn, Cassandra Eggleston, Wyatt Holcomb, Ryleigh LaFountain, Charles Miner, ,Mason Minholz, Cheyenne Podwirny

1^st  Grade – Jacob Blachut, Leonard Fronhofer, Leena Haskell, Matthew Scheff, Saiyuri Tillmon, Joshua Wood

2^nd Grade – Carmyn Garrow, Katelyn Hanlon, Jordanna Kenny, Elizabeth Lansburg, Austin Lathers, Christian Tyler

SMTMS CHARACTER EDUCATION AWARDS FOR APRIL – “TEAMWORK”

3^rd Grade – Devin Allen, Kassidy Carleton, Finn Doherty,

Seth Jurczak, Alicia Lescault, Angelina Livingston

4^th Grade – Alyssa Allen, Ken Burdick, Kevin Mason, Megan Skelly, Isaiah Smead, John Smith

5^th Grade – Charles Carroll, Michelle Corlew, Britany Guilder,

Donny Harder, Dustin LaFountain, Kendra Storey

6^th Grade – Jay Allen, Keira Baird, Amanda Cook, Rheanna Fleming, Cecil Scheff, Erik Schreiner

7^th Grade – Robert Deierlein, Andrew Foley, Caitlyn Fuss,

Reice Hayes, Mackenzie Jerome, Samantha Nelson

8^th Grade – Jake Baker, Autumn Burns, Lexi DeMarsh, Kyle Frenette, Paul Hinerman, Veronica Howe

FROGGY 107 and 100.1 TEACHER OF THE WEEK

Congratulations to Mr. David Diamond, 3^rd Grade Elementary Teacher at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School in Lake Luzerne for being nominated Teacher of the Week.  Mr. Diamond received these much deserved gifts for his commitment to our students: A plaque from Adirondack School Portraits/Adirondack Sports Journal Photos & Trophies, one dozen roses from A Lasting Impression Florist, a gift bag from TCT Federal Credit Union, a gift certificate from Davidson Brothers Restaurant and a gift certificate from Studio 71 Salon.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Hadley-Luzerne District is in need of a full time, NYS Licensed, Registered Professional School Nurse (School Calendar).  Please submit a letter of interest, resume, proof of RN license, HLCS employment application (available online at HLCS.org) and three references to: Paul Berry, Superintendent of Schools, HLCS, PO Box 200, 27 Hyland Drive, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846 or email to yorkr@hlcs.org.

The Hadley-Luzerne Central School transportation and facilities department is in need of substitute bus monitors and substitute cleaners for the 2013-2014 school year.  An application can be accessed online at HLCS.org or picked up at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School, Superintendent’s Office.  Completed applications may be mailed to HLCS, PO Box 200, Lake Luzerne, NY  12846 or dropped off at the Main Office, SMTMS, 27 Hyland Drive, Lake Luzerne.

The Hadley-Luzerne Central School District is in need of teachers, teaching assistants and aides to work as substitutes in the Hadley-Luzerne Central School District.  Our district utilizes the WSWHE BOCES substitute service to fill these positions, as needed.  If you are interested in substituting please complete the on-line teacher applications at http://www.wswheboces.org click on employment then substitute teacher registry. For further information call Donna J. Wisenburn, Director of Human Resource Services, WSWHE BOCES at 581-3358.

THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS & COMMUNITY!!

I would like to thank everyone who participated in our annual Luzerne Hadley Firemen vs. Hadley-Luzerne Staff basketball game on Friday, April 12th. This evening was a great success and entertaining too.  Thank you to all who came out to support students on this evening. We would like to especially thank the firemen, Joes Mini Mart for running the concession stand, the Hanlon’s for the face painting and many other volunteers who played basketball, collected admission and attended this event.  Over $1500 was raised for the Hadley-Luzerne Scholarship Fund.  This was a truly a whole community effort in support of our students.

A second event the next morning was the annual Support Autism Awareness 5K walk/run.  Thank you to all the athletes and volunteers who participated to make this a successful event.  Thank you to the Hadley Luzerne Autism Task Force and special education teacher, Barbie Eichorst, for hosting this important event for autism awareness.  Congratulations to all walkers and runners including the first place winner – Delbert Clement.

On behalf of the Board of Education, I would like to thank the members of our community, firemen, local business men and parents who volunteered their time building new dug outs and beautifying the high school baseball field and surrounding grounds.  This is another example of the pride this community has in our school district.  The students, staff and administration are greatly appreciative of this collaborative effort.

STUDENTS WIN SKILLS-USA AWARDS

Several Hadley-Luzerne students who are enrolled in the WSWHE BOCES Myers Career and Technical Education Program participated in the SkillsUSA competitions which tested their job skills against industry standards.  Several of our students were recognized for their achievements in the March 13^th Area III Regional Leadership and Skills Championships at Schenectady County Community College and the 109^th Air National Guard Base.  Congratulations to Marisa Clothier who won the prestigious Statesman Award and to: Alex Cross (1st place Action Skills), Sabrina Allen (1^st place Promo Bulletin Board), Paige Gilbert (1^st place Promo Bulletin Board), Brandon Beaupre (2^nd place Extemporaneous Speaking), Brianna Beckett (4^th place Cosmetology), and Marisa Clothier (4^th place Promo Bulletin Board).

HLHS AND CHS STUDENT ART TO BE DISPLAYED

Amazing artwork of students from Hadley-Luzerne High School and Corinth High School will be on display at Aimie’s Dinner & Movie Art Gallery at 190 Glen Street in Glens Falls.  The opening night of the Art Show will be Wednesday, May 1st from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM and will run through June 1st.  Opening night will also feature jazz music and refreshments.  There is no cost for this event. Please join us for a relaxing evening, while you enjoy viewing over sixty pieces of student artwork.

DODGEBALL TOURNEY

Today, April 25^th, the Class of 2015 will be hosting a dodge ball tourney at the high school.  Admission will be a $1 donation starting at 5:00 pm.  Come out for another fun evening of entertainment for a good cause!

KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP

Hadley-Luzerne Elementary School will be conducting its annual Kindergarten Round-Up on May 1^st and 2^nd , 2013. The Round-Up will take place at the Hadley-Luzerne George Doherty Gymnasium Lobby, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne.  Students are eligible for Kindergarten if they turn five years of age on or before December 1, 2013.  Should you need any additional information regarding Kindergarten Round-Up, call the Elementary School at 696-2112 x 101.

CLASS OF 2016 STORYBOOK BRUNCH

The Class of 2016 will be hosting a Storybook Brunch on Saturday, May 4^th from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM.  This event will take place throughout the Hadley-Luzerne high school, especially the cafeteria, the auditorium, the George Doherty gymnasium, the media center, and certain classrooms

Ticket Prices:  $7.00 for an adult (includes one child free), additional children are $5.00 each – this includes the breakfast/brunch and programming. This fundraiser will support the class of 2016 prom and senior trip. Programming will include: Senator Betty Little, storytelling, musicians, performances, photos with storybook characters, book creations, Key Club Basket Raffle and Games & Prizes (Including a Scavenger Hunt and Foul Shooting Contest)

YEARBOOKS

2012-2013 Yearbooks can be ordered online at HLCS.org or through any school building office. Limited quantity was ordered. There is one book with more pages this year to include all grades PK-12. For more information please call 696-2112 x116 or visit our website HLCS.org.

ANNUAL VOTE AND ELECTION 2013

The Annual Budget Vote and Election will be held on Tuesday, May 21^st at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School, LGI room, 27 Hyland Drive in Lake Luzerne from noon to 8:00 PM.  The public hearing will be held Monday, May 13^th at 6:30 PM at the MS LGI.  For voter registration information or to apply for an absentee ballot, please call the District Clerk at 696-2378 x108 or email yorkr@hlcs.org.

PK-2 CHARACTER EDUCATION AWARDS FOR MARCH – “RESPECT”

Pre K – Peyton Graham, McKenzie Maslonka

Kindergarten – Gabrielle Ives, Keegen Kathan, Karleigh Livingston, Veronica Shippee, Sarah Starzec, Kamdon Tubbs  1^st  Grade – Eugene Conroy, Leena Haskell, Riley Kathan, Landon Kelly, Ashton Pelcher, Daunte Persons, Kasey Skelly  2^nd Grade –  Garrett Carlton, Samuel Dexter, Joshua Ellis, Xavier Lawrence, Emma Mack, Vivian Millis

PK-2 STUDENTS OF THE MONTH FOR MARCH

Prekindergarten – Alexis Graham

Kindergarten – Preston Russell

1^st  Grade – Hayden Kader

2^nd Grade – Colby Hannah

SMTMS CHARACTER EDUCATION AWARDS FOR MARCH – “RESPONSIBILITY”

3^rd Grade – Elizabeth Allan, Colin Berg, Zachary Caldwell, Josh Foley, Sierra Guilder, Connor Moulton

4^th Grade – Elaina Amoroso, Jane Broekhuizen, Brianna Cook, Caleb Granger, Reigan Hanna, Rebecca Wells

5^th Grade – Anna Collier, Jonathan Coppola, Alisa Deuel, Alivia Deuel, Vivian Fisher, Joe Foley

6^th Grade – Savana Clothier, Sarah Corliss, Zach Lewandowski, Kendra Mason, Delaney Moulton, Erik Schreiner

7^th Grade – Amber Allen, Katarina Ball, Miguel Marrero, Mike Sutliff, Nick Walker, Ashley Wells

8^th Grade – Skyler Archambeault, Cody Patnode, Alex Samson, Brittany Wood

Congratulations to the employees of the month for March 2013 at Stuart M. Townsend Middle School –  Diane Camardello, Kristine Burrell, Julie Canavan, and Gary Wilson.

4^th ANNUAL AUTISM AWARENESS 5K WALK/RUN

Help support autism awareness by registering for the 4^th Annual Autism Awareness 5K Walk/Run scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 2013 at the Hadley Luzerne Elementary School. Registration starts at 8:30 AM with the walk/run to start at 9:00 AM.  EARLY REGISTRATION is $15 if received by April 1^st or $30 on the day of the 5K (April 13^th).  Donations accepted: Please make checks payable to the Hadley Luzerne Autism Task Force, Attention: Barbie Eichorst, PO Box 200, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.

HS NHS BLOOD DRIVE

The Hadley-Luzerne High School National Honor Society is working with the American Red Cross to sponsor a Blood Drive on Tuesday, April 23, 2013.  The drive will be held in the George Doherty Gymnasium at the High School from 1:00 PM to 6:30 PM on April 23.  Please contact Mr. Scanlan in the High School Guidance Office at 696-2112 Ext 115 to schedule an appointment.  Walk-ins will be accommodated as permitted by the schedule.  PLEASE GIVE BLOOD.  WE NEED YOU!

Talent Show
Friday April 26th @ 6:30pm

The HLPTSA will be hosting the pre k – 8th grade talent show this Friday, April 26th @ 6:30 in the High School Auditorium. We are looking for volunteers to help the night of the Talent Show and some donations of Baked Good/ Snacks to be served after the event. If you are able to help us out please let us know. You can bring Baked Goods/Snacks Friday evening, if you are unable to attend let us know and we may be able to make arrangements to get them earlier in the day.

WARREN COUNTY EMERGENCY REPONSE TEAM

The Warren County Sheriff’s Emergency Response Team recently announced there will be live team trainings at the Hadley-Luzerne High School on Sunday, April 7th. They will be conducting building-wide interventions for training purposes in order to better familiarize themselves with our main building floor plan. The Emergency Response Team will be present at the main building on Lake Avenue from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. on Sunday, April 7th. There will be electronic signs on Route 9N cautioning passing motorists as to the training in session.  The public will not have access to the main building at this time.

WARREN COUNTY SHERIFF SUB-STATION AT HLHS

The Hadley-Luzerne Central School District now has a warren county sheriff sub-station located in the high school which started on March 18th to provide more of a police presence in our schools in support of safety.

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL PRODUCTION

“ANYTHING GOES”

(In conjunction with R & H Theatricals)

As from the words of Stage Director, Scott Phillips, Jr.; “I have been beyond lucky to be graced with such a talented group of young actors and a brilliant production staff capable of anything….Thank you eternally.”

This was truly an outstanding production that did not reveal Mr. Phillips debut of directing.  We join him in thanking the Production & Artistic Staff, Cast, Musicians and Contributors.

PRODUCTION & ARTISTIC STAFF:

Director:  Scott Phillips, Jr.

Assistant Director:  Janice Waterhouse

Music Director:  Jonathan Granger

Choreographer:  John Benware

Costumes:  Roni Shuman

Set Design:  Andrea Palmer with special thanks to

Amanda Bunting, Megan Tracy and Shelby Backus

Assistant Set Designers: Amanda Bunting, Megan Tracy,

Shelby Backus, Harley Burns, Nicole Emrick, Heather Emrick, Aurora Meyer, Sid Sicker, Marianna VandenBogaard, Trista Zawartkay, Chris Deuel, Darren Cirillo, Olivia Austin,  Brianna Allen and Tyler VandenBogaard

Stage Design/Construction:  Steve Guenther with crew:

Don Hastings, Ed Keeler, Bruce Levett, Tom and JoEllen Parsons, Tim Rich, Ron Waite and Mike Waterhouse

Stage Managers:  Kayla Toney and Jessica Camp

Assistant Stage Manager:   Tyler Granger

Lighting:  Jack Bice, Pearl Howie, Colby Gilbert, Bob Duffy and Lonnie Willett

Sound:  Mark Rogers; Stage Crew: Clay Beltran, Del Clement, Jacob DeRosier, Adam Fuerst, Alex Gilbert, Juan Otero, Dylan Mack and Dylan Woodcock

Publicity & Videographer:Theresa Crombach & Matt Baran

Ticket Sales:  Anne McLean

Cast Party:  Diane Spelter, Merrielynn Streeter and

Karen Love

Ushers:  Kendan DeBlois, Shane White and Allie Smith

CAST:  Reno Sweeney – Brianna Streeter

Billy Crocker – Darren Cirillo

Hope Harcourt – Anna Waterhouse

Mrs. Harcourt – Marriah Allen-Pina

Sir Evelyn Oakleigh – Kyan Voronovich

Moonface Martin – Coby Voronovich

Understudy for Moonface Martin – Clay Beltran

Elisha Whitney – Skyler Heller

Bonnie – Iesha Davis                 Purity – Krysta Rheel

Virtue – Tiani DeBlois               Chastity – Julia Spelter

Charity – Callie Kader               Captain – Tyler Granger

Purser – Rachel Galvin              Stewardess – Megan Tracy

Bishop – Del Clement               Cameraman – Clay Beltran

Reporter – Erin Anderson         Girl 1 – Zoe Fuerst

Girl 2 – Gabby Rose                  Girl 3 – Olivia Austin

Ling – Karen Love                                       Ching – Jay Connelly

Sailors – Clay Beltran, Del Clement, Jacob DeRosier, Adam Fuerst, Alex Gilbert, Juan Otero and Dylan Woodcock

Ensemble – Kathleen McLean, Kristina Tennant and Kassondra Tremaine

Nun & Orphans – Kathleen Jones; Makayla Anderson, Eli Waterhouse, Joey Cieslik, Emma Mack and Chloe Woodcock

Special appearance by Riley (the dog) as himself

PIT ORCHESTRA: Conductor – Jonathan Granger, Piano – Pam Hastings, Winds – Theresa Crombach, Strings – Randy Rollman, Percussion – Steve Babson

Student Musicians: Alto Saxophone – Brandon Ball, Trumpet – Kiernan Fitzpatrick

CONTRIBUTORS: Corinth Theater Guild, Schuylerville Community Theater, Glens Falls Community Theater, Laura’s Vintage in Glens Falls and Finders Keepers for their assistance with costumes.   Mr. Berry, Mr. Baker, the Board of Education and Mr. Hilker for their continued support and to our custodial staff for all of their efforts!

4^th ANNUAL AUTISM AWARENESS 5K WALK/RUN

Help support autism awareness by registering for the 4^th Annual Autism Awareness 5K Walk/Run scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 2013 at the Hadley Luzerne Elementary School. Registration starts at 8:30 AM with the walk/run to start at 9:00 AM.  EARLY REGISTRATION is $15 if received by April 1^st or $30 on the day of the 5K (April 13^th).  Donations accepted: Please make checks payable to the Hadley Luzerne Autism Task Force, Attention: Barbie Eichorst, PO Box 200, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.

HS NHS BLOOD DRIVE

The Hadley-Luzerne High School National Honor Society is working with the American Red Cross to sponsor a Blood Drive on Tuesday, April 23, 2013.  The drive will be held in the George Doherty Gymnasium at the High School from 1:00 PM to 6:30 PM on April 23.  Please contact Mr. Scanlan in the High School Guidance Office at 696-2112 Ext 115 to schedule an appointment.  Walk-ins will be accommodated as permitted by the schedule.  PLEASE GIVE BLOOD.  WE NEED YOU!

DEBUTING ALUMNI DIRECTOR!

See the directorial debut of local actor Scott Phillips, Jr. and the students of Hadley-Luzerne High School as they perform “Anything Goes,” book by Guy Bolton, P. G. Wodehouse, Howard Lindsay, and Russell Crouse; music and lyrics by Cole Porter on Friday, March 22^nd and Saturday, March 23^rd. Showtime is at 7:00 PM for both performances. Tickets can be purchased in advance by contacting Anne McLean at 696-2112 ext105. Ticket price includes $8.00 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens. Some tickets may be available at the door.

HL ATHLETES MAKE TOP SCORE LIST Congratulations to our Hadley-Luzerne High School students made the top score list for best shooters at the Gazette Foul Shooting Contest at Schenectady High School on Saturday, March 9^th.  Kathleen McLean (22), Jayne Ellis (21), Jesse DeMarsh (19), and Scott Broekhuizen (18).

GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL

The definition of success is the accomplishment of an aim or purpose.  This basketball season the Varsity Girls team did just that.  Each player brought to this season a positive attitude both on and off the court, strong work ethics, effective leadership skills, and as a results they greatly improved their basketball skills both individually and as a team. Our purpose each season is to allow each player the opportunity to grow as a player, as well as team. The 2012-2013 Varsity Girls basketball season by definition, was a success. Each night that we hit the court we grew together, improved as a team, and we accomplished our team goals that were set before each game. As a coach, I am proud that each player was a part of our team and what we accomplished together. I wish the best of luck to the seniors, Devin Ball, Sequoya Fitzpatrick, Emily Heald, Kathleen McLean, and Kassondra Tremaine, and to the rest of the team…keep practicing for next season! Sincerely, Coach Nevins

VARSITY WRESTLING

Under the direction of Coach Larry Rounds, this year’s varsity wrestling season came with high expectations and many accomplishments.  The team worked very hard throughout the season and were able to finish with an 8 – 6 record with 4 of the 6 losses coming down to the last match.  Highlights of the season include two tournament championships one being the Glens Falls Tournament in a field of 13 teams and the other being the Wasaren League Tournament in a field of 16 teams.  The team also had two other 3^rd place finishes, one from the Schenectady Tournament and the other being at the Canajoharie/Fort Plain duals.  Aside from the tournament and dual meet success, the WarEagles were voted the Section II Division Second team Sportsmanship Award and were presented this award before the Section II finals.  With the wrestling team only graduating two seniors, we look forward to next season and challenging for the league title.

BOWLING

Under the direction of Coach Marc Morrison, the 2012-2013 bowling team showed a great deal of improvement over the previous season.  As a team they averaged about 200 pins higher than the year before.  The team was led by Frank Mosher and Drew Cirillo, but strong showings by all team members were a major part of the overall improvement.  The bowling team should be prepared to take the next step in the fall.  Frank Mosher was selected to the Adirondack League Northern Division 1^st Team All Star and Drew Cirillo was selected to the 2^nd Team All Star.

4^th ANNUAL AUTISM AWARENESS 5K WALK/RUN

Help support autism awareness by registering for the 4^th Annual Autism Awareness 5K Walk/Run scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 2013 at the Hadley Luzerne Elementary School. Registration starts at 8:30 AM with the walk/run to start at 9:00 AM.  EARLY REGISTRATION is $15 if received by April 1^st or $30 on the day of the 5K (April 13^th).  Donations accepted: Please make checks payable to the Hadley Luzerne Autism Task Force, Attention: Barbie Eichorst, PO Box 200, 273 Lake Avenue, Lake Luzerne, NY 12846.

HS NHS BLOOD DRIVE

The Hadley-Luzerne High School National Honor Society is working with the American Red Cross to sponsor a Blood Drive on Tuesday, April 23, 2013.  The drive will be held in the George Doherty Gymnasium at the High School from 1:00 PM to 6:30 PM on April 23.  Please contact Mr. Scanlan in the High School Guidance Office at 696-2112 Ext 115 to schedule an appointment.  Walk-ins will be accommodated as permitted by the schedule.  PLEASE GIVE BLOOD.  WE NEED YOU!

YEARBOOKS

2012-2013 Yearbooks can be ordered online at HLCS.org or through any school building office. Limited quantity was ordered. There is one book with more pages this year to include all grades PK-12. For more information please call 696-2112 x116 or visit our website HLCS.org.

KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP IS COMING!

The Registration Period is open for Kindergarten Round-Up.  Please contact the Elementary Office at 696-2112 Ext. 101 if you would like to receive the paperwork for the May 1^st and May 2^nd Round-Up.

The following materials were presented on March 11th.  You can download the presentation by clicking here:  Budget Presentation and the Additional Page

PK-2 CHARACTER EDUCATION AWARDS FOR FEBRUARY – “HONESTY”

Pre K – Harmony Baer, Alexis Graham

Kindergarten – Parker Dixon, Kayleigh Hayes, Mason Minholz, Camden Ovitt, Marisa Shippee, Taylor Smead

1^st  Grade –  Leonard Fronhofer, Austin Hayes, Landon LaVigne, Destiny Ruffin, Codey Tucker, Nevaeha Wright Second Grade –  Alex Barrett, Nathan Carroll, Lindsey Grey, Xavier Lawrence, Chloey Mattison, Lucinda Rose

PK-2 STUDENTS OF THE MONTH FOR FEBRUARY

Pre K – Tailor Vernum

Kindergarten – Keiara Allen

1^st Grade – Kayden Beaver

2^nd Grade – Kaylee Costine

PK-2 MATH ESTIMATION WINNERS FOR FEBRUARY

Pre-K – Mia Corlew

Kindergarten – Hope Solorzano

1^st Grade – Rexford Rounds

2^nd Grade – Hannah Gilbert

COMMON CORE PRESENTATIONS AT SMTMS

Principal Patrick Cronin and Principal Elizabeth Hayes held two informational evenings for parents and guardians about the N.Y.S. Common Core Standards that the N.Y.S. Department of Education has adopted.  The new standards reflect the skills our students will need to succeed in the global economy. The presentations for parents of students in Grades 3-5 and in Grades 6-8 can be viewed on our website at HLCS.org.  You will find helpful websites at the end of each power point that should be used as resources to help make learning awesome, fun and active for your child.

RADIO DISNEY HOSTED EVENT AT HLES!!!

Hadley-Luzerne Elementary School is one of only fifteen schools to win the “Get Active, Get Fit” Challenge.  The challenge period ran from October 1^st to November 24^th and encouraged students and their families to achieve fitness together by engaging in fun activities.  In order to successfully complete the challenge, students had to be active for a minimum of 40 of the 55 days during the event.  The fifteen schools with the highest percentage of participation in the program won a live dance party at their school hosted by Radio Disney AM 1460.  The elementary school was one of those winning schools!  Students enjoyed an active assembly on March 12^th as a reward for all their healthy efforts.

SENIORS VS FACULTY BASKETBALL GAME

The Class of 2013 is hosting a “Seniors vs.  Faculty” basketball game on Friday, March 15^th at 6:00 pm in the High School gym and would to invite you come and enjoy this fun yet competitive game.  The class is raising money for their senior trip. Suggested entry donations will be as follows:  Adults $2.00, Students $1.00, age 4 and under are free. The concession stand will be open selling food and drinks, along with a 50/50 raffle. Please help support the class in raising money for their senior trip.

ADIRONDACK LEAGUE SENIOR GIRLS’ & BOYS’ BASKETBALL

The area Senior All Star Games – East Division Seniors vs West Division Seniors will be held Tuesday, March 19^th, at Hadley-Luzerne High School. Senior members from each team in the league will participate.  The girl’s game will start at 6:30 PM, followed by the boy’s game.  Admission is free and the HL Booster Club will have the concession stand open.

HIGH SCHOOL PLAY “ANYTHING GOES”

DEBUTING ALUMNI DIRECTOR!

See the directorial debut of local actor Scott Phillips, Jr. and the students of Hadley-Luzerne High School as they perform “Anything Goes,” book by Guy Bolton, P. G. Wodehouse, Howard Lindsay, and Russell Crouse; music and lyrics by Cole Porter on Friday, March 22^nd and Saturday, March 23^rd. Showtime is at 7:00 PM for both performances. Tickets can be purchased in advance by contacting Anne McLean at 696-2112 ext105. Ticket price includes $8.00 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens. Some tickets may be available at the door.

YEARBOOKS

2012-2013 Yearbooks for all grades PK-12 can be ordered on-line at HLCS.org or through any school building office! The price is $44 including tax. For more information please call 696-2112 x116 or visit our website.

KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP IS COMING!

The Registration Period is open for Kindergarten Round-Up.  Please contact the Elementary Office at 696-2112 Ext. 101 if you would like to receive the paperwork for the May 1^st and May 2^nd Round-Up.

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UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN

Do you have a child at home who will be four years old on or before December 1, 2013?  Do you know someone in the district who does?  If so, your child may be eligible to participate in the Hadley-Luzerne Central School District’s Pre-Kindergarten Program for the 2013-2014 school year.  Our Pre-K program is designed to operate for 2 ½ hours per day and follows the school calendar.  One session will be held each day (8:15-10:45 am).  A second session will be added from 11:30-2:00 pm) if the need arises.  A highly qualified teacher and teaching assistant will conduct the classes, with a class size of no more than 18.  Letters of acceptance will be mailed by Friday, June 21, 2013.  Please note transportation is not provided.  Parents/Guardians are responsible for dropping off and picking up their children.  If you are interested, we welcome you to join us on Wednesday, April 10^th 6:00 PM in the High School Media Center for a registration/parent information meeting. Please bring all completed registration materials to register your child.  If you cannot attend the meeting, please mail the required forms by Monday, May 13^th (forms are available from the PK-2 Elementary Office).  The following is a checklist of forms/reminders needed to help you enter your child into the program:  Registration Form, Physical Form (Physicals will be accepted until August 23^rd, 2013), Birth Certificate and Proof of residency.  Please note your child must be toilet trained.  Please be advised that this is an informational night for parents/guardians only. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Elementary School at 696-2112 ext. 101.  We look forward to meeting you at the Pre K registration on April 10^th at 6:00 PM.

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGS

Please be aware there will be a meeting of the Hadley-Luzerne Central School Board of Education on Monday, March 11^th and a Joint Board Meeting with Corinth Central School District on Monday, March 18^th. These meetings are scheduled to start at 6:30 PM at the Stuart M. Townsend Middle School, LGI Room.  The public is encouraged to attend all meetings and your input is welcome.  Join us for the 2013-2014 Budget discussions!

SAGA CITY BROOKS BBQ

Brooks BBQ will be here on Wednesday, March 13^th, 2013 from 3:30 – 6:30 pm in the Hadley-Luzerne High School Cafeteria. The cost is a donation of $12.00 for an Adult Chicken Dinner, $13.00 for an Adult Rib Dinner, $10.00 for Children (10 & under) and Senior Citizen – Chicken dinners only.  Please order in advance by calling the high school at 696-2112 ext 105 or call Karen Love at 494-5919.  Menu includes:  Complete Dinners (half chicken or ribs for adults & quarter chicken for children/seniors), baked potato, coleslaw, dinner roll, beverage, & dessert.  Take out is Available too!! All proceeds will go to the SAGA CITY Exchange Program.

SENIORS VS FACULTY BASKETBALL GAME

The Class of 2013 is hosting a “Seniors vs.  Faculty” basketball game on Friday, March 15^th at 6:00 pm in the High School gym and would to invite you come and enjoy this fun yet competitive game.  The class is raising money for their senior trip. Suggested entry donations will be as follows:  Adults $2.00, Students $1.00, age 4 and under are free. The concession stand will be open selling food and drinks, along with a 50/50 raffle. Please help support the class in raising money for their senior trip.

ADIRONDACK LEAGUE SENIOR GIRLS’ & BOYS’ BASKETBALL

The area Senior All Star Games – East Division Seniors vs West Division Seniors will be held Tuesday, March 19^th, at Hadley-Luzerne High School. Senior members from each team in the league will participate.  The girl’s game will start at 6:30 PM, followed by the boy’s game.  Admission is free and the HL Booster Club will have the concession stand open.

HIGH SCHOOL PLAY “ANYTHING GOES”

DEBUTING ALUMNI DIRECTOR!

See the directorial debut of local actor Scott Phillips, Jr. and the students of Hadley-Luzerne High School as they perform “Anything Goes,” book by Guy Bolton, P. G. Wodehouse, Howard Lindsay, and Russell Crouse; music and lyrics by Cole Porter on Friday, March 22^nd and Saturday, March 23^rd. Showtime is at 7:00 PM for both performances. Tickets can be purchased in advance by contacting Anne McLean at 696-2112 Ext. 105. Ticket price includes $8.00 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens. Some tickets may be available at the door.

YEARBOOKS

2012-2013 Yearbooks for all grades PK-12 can be ordered on-line at HLCS.org or through any school building office! The price is $44 including tax. For more information please call 696-2112 x116 or visit our website.