Lake Hamilton School District

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LHMS | PLC AT WORK The Arkansas Department of Education’s Division of Elementary and Secondary Education, in partnership with Solution Tree, a national professional development provider, recently announced the fifth cohort selected for the Arkansas Professional Learning Communities at Work® project. Thirteen schools and two districts from around the state were selected for the 2021-2022 school year and join 39 schools and five districts chosen over the last four years. Because of additional funding allocated by legislators, DESE was able to select additional schools and districts to participate this upcoming school year. As with the first four cohorts, each school and district in the fifth cohort will receive up to 50 days of training, coaching, and support to build and sustain a strong culture of collaboration that will enhance student learning. Those chosen completed a rigorous application and evaluation process. A panel of education professionals reviewed all applications, and DESE selected the following schools and districts to receive support from Solution Tree. Arkansas High School, Texarkana School District Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School, Little Rock School District Camden Fairview Middle School, Camden Fairview School District Glenview Elementary School, North Little Rock School District Hellstern Middle School, Springdale School District Howard Elementary School, Fort Smith School District Lake Hamilton Middle School, Lake Hamilton School District Leverett Elementary School, Fayetteville School District Magazine School District Meekins Middle School, Stuttgart School District Oaklawn STEM Magnet School, Hot Springs School District Parson Hills Elementary School, Springdale School District
 Searcy County School District University Heights Elementary School, Nettleton School District Washington Elementary School, Little Rock School District “The PLC model has proven to be a successful best practice implemented in many schools around the state,” Gov. Asa Hutchinson said. “Schools that have embraced the PLC partnership, teacher coordination, and student-focused learning have seen improved learning and a culture that breeds success. I am excited that additional schools and districts now have the opportunity to learn about the benefits associated with this highly-successful program.” “Since the first cohort was announced four years ago, we have seen tremendous growth in teacher collaboration, school culture, and student learning,” ADE Secretary Johnny Key said. “This new cohort has joined the others by making an important commitment to rebuilding internal systems, leveraging best practices, and creating a strong culture of learning. I congratulate them on their dedication to student learning and embracing the hard - but rewarding - work involved with this initiative.” Recent research conducted by Education Northwest, a third-party research firm, validates the success of the Arkansas PLC program. Data show the project positively impacted student achievement in math on the ACT Aspire assessment. (Learn more at https://bit.ly/3sP2Jh4.) “We are encouraged by the accomplishments of these cohorts year after year,” Solution Tree President and COO Ed Ackerman said. “We truly believe - and now research confirms - there is no better way to improve student education than with the transformative process of implementing professional learning communities. We are excited to welcome the fifth cohort to the project and look forward to working in conjunction with DESE to help Arkansas schools succeed.” As with the previous four cohorts, the 2021-2022 cohort will be matched with a certified PLC at Work associate from Solution Tree and receive intensive job-embedded training, observation, and coaching. The schools and districts will create action plans that focus on increasing student achievement through aligned curriculum, formative assessments, and proven instructional strategies. During the second year, the schools and districts will deepen their understanding and focus on implementing multi-tiered systems of support, followed by strengthening their systems and sustaining the process in year three. Solution Tree recently launched a new documentary, “A Child's Best Hope: The Arkansas PLC Story,” that highlights the efforts of three schools throughout various stages of the implementation process. The documentary is available at https://bitly.com/3tQvJ9M. For more information about the Arkansas PLC at Work project, please visit the DESE website at https://bit.ly/2QNvSvU. #LHWolfNation

FIRST DIVISION RATINGS Congratulations to the Lake Hamilton 7 - 12th grade band students and directors for earning 1st division ratings during their recent assessment. Due to the pandemic, groups were given a window of time to record their music and submit it to a panel of state adjudicators for evaluation. Combined with the first division ratings from the marching season, this marks the 23rd consecutive year Lake Hamilton has earned an ASBOA Sweepstakes Award. #LHWolfNation

VIRTUAL LEARNING APPLICATION The Lake Hamilton School District will offer a virtual learning option for students with a verified medical need and proven virtual academic success for the 2021-22 school year. K - 6th-grade virtual students will be served through the Dawson Education Cooperative Consortium. 7 - 12th-grade virtual students will be served through Virtual Arkansas. The criteria for eligibility in the virtual program is as follows: Documented Medical Need (this must be uploaded when filling out this application) Past Successful Performance in Virtual School or Onsite Learning 4th Quarter Report Card Norm-Referenced Tests (iStation/NWEA/Aspire/etc.) Students that were virtual at some point during the 20-21 school year and were forced to return onsite are not eligible for 21-22 virtual learning Student Attendance (students with poor attendance without a documented medical need are not eligible for 21-22 virtual learning) Evaluation of student eligibility will be performed by building-level administrators, counselors, and teachers. Incoming kindergarten students will be evaluated solely on medical needs. The deadline to apply is Friday, May 21, 2021. Applicants will be notified of their application status on or before July 1, 2021. In order for a student to be eligible for virtual learning at Lake Hamilton, the student must have a documented medical need for remaining off-campus. A copy of the physician/doctor's letter confirming student medical needs must be uploaded when filling out the application at the following link: http://lhsd.info/Virtual-Learning-Application-21-22 #LHWolfNation

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LHJH | HIGH RELIABILITY SCHOOLS ​Lake Hamilton Junior High School is pleased to announce the achievement of Level 1 certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools™. Level 1 certification means Lake Hamilton Junior High School has created a “Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative Culture,” which is the foundation for every level that follows. Without such a culture, student achievement will be compromised. Day-to-day school operations are addressed and evaluated in Level 1. The high reliability school (HRS) program was created by Marzano Resources to help transform schools into organizations that take proactive steps to ensure student success. Using a research-based five-level hierarchy, along with leading and lagging indicators, educators learn to assess, monitor, and confirm the effectiveness of their schools. This framework, based on 50 years of educational research, defines five progressive levels of performance that a school must master to become an HRS—where all students learn the content and skills they need for success in college, careers, and beyond. “As you move through the levels, it represents a complete transformation in how schools are run,” says CEO Robert J. Marzano. Schools must collect data and validate their performance to climb each level of the hierarchy. Certification is determined by Marzano Resources analysts in cooperation with school data teams. Using the HRS framework and indicators, schools can drive sustained, positive, and significant impacts on student achievement by synthesizing multiple complex initiatives into one harmonious system. About Marzano Resources Built on the foundation of Dr. Robert J. Marzano’s 50 years of education research, Marzano Resources supports teachers and administrators through customizable on-site professional development, educator events, virtual coaching, books, videos and online courses. Our associates and authors are thought leaders in the field of education and deliver research-backed guidance for all major areas of schooling, including curriculum development, instruction, assessment, student engagement and personalized competency-based education. #LHWolfNation

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION Calling all future Lake Hamilton Wolves! Kindergarten registration is now open! Register online today! Check out the link for more information, including registration: http://lhsd.info/K-Registration-21-22 #LHWolfNation

TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK | MAY 3 - 7, 2021 So many times we hear about that one teacher who made a special impact in someone's life. Who was that teacher for you? What grade or subject did they teach? We want to hear about your best teacher ever! Let's all make sure to #ThankATeacher this week during #TeacherAppreciationWeek #LHWolfNation

WOLF WEEK NEWS | MAY 2 - 8, 2021 Check out what's happening in #LHWolfNation this week: https://mailchi.mp/lhwolves/wolf-week-news-1755998

CHOIR CONCERT ASSESSMENT RESULTS The choir program recently participated virtually in the Choral Performance Assessment. The groups were asked to prepare 3 pieces of music following specific guidelines. The students worked hard to have an excellent performance while following COVID mask and social distancing guidelines. Check out the results below: Harmonia - Excellent-R HS Men - Superior La Bella - Excellent-R 7th Grade Women - Excellent 7th Grade Men - Excellent-R

NOW HIRING 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿: Appropriate Arkansas Educators License required. Experience preferred. For more information contact Allyson Petty at allyson.petty@lhwolves.net or call 501-767-9351. Apply online at https://lhsd.info/employment. #LHWolfNation

TRACK CLOSED The track facilities at Lake Hamilton High School will be closed to the public on Friday and Saturday, April 30 and May 1, for the State Weightlifting Competition. Facilities will re-open for public use on Sunday, May 2. #LHWolfNation

SUPERINTENDENT'S STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL The Superintendent's Student Advisory Council met this past week at the administration building board room. The students reflected on the year and offered insights for planning for 2021-22. The LHSD is proud to have these group of students providing important perspective for district leaders to consider as we plan for the future! #LHWolfNation

ALL GARLAND COUNTY The Sentinel-Record recently released the All-Garland County Winter Sports award recipients for 2021. Congratulations to the following Lake Hamilton coaches and athletes: Girls Basketball Coach of the Year: Blake Condley Girls Basketball Player of the Year: Aspen Thornton Girls Basketball All Garland County: Hayleigh Wyrick (Second Team), Audri Winfrey (Second Team), Ginny Higginbotham (Third Team) Boys Basketball Coach of the Year: Scotty Pennington Boys Basketball All Garland County: Zac Pennington (First Team), Ty Robinson (Second Team), Chase Jessup (Third Team) Boys Wrestlers All Garland County: Justin Crutchmer Girls Wrestlers All Garland County: Darian Rhodes Swimmer of the Year: Ethan Smith All Garland County Swimmer: Aidan Qualls #LHWolfNation

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT Check out today's #SeniorSpotlight! Are you a senior at Lake Hamilton? If so, submit your information at this link to be featured: https://lhsd.info/Senior-Spotlight-2021 #LHWolfNation

LHHS QUIZ BOWL | STATE RUNNER-UP The Lake Hamilton High School quiz bowl team finished the 2021 season as the 6A State Runner-Up after competing against Russellville in the AETN finals on April 24th. Will Livingston was the team captain and was the high point player for Lake Hamilton. Livingston and Wesley Bonner were both named to the 6A All-Tournament Team. The team is coached by Julie Mullings. Group Picture (L-R): Zac Pennington, Jace Joiner, Will Livingston, Cade Martin, Madison Cole, Austin Barnes, Wesley Bonner, Harrison Carrouth, and Madison Divine. #LHWolfNation

LHHS | SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR The National Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) recently named Donald Westerman, Lake Hamilton High School principal, as the 2021 National School Administrator of the Year. Westerman was chosen for his role in helping students grow by motivating, guiding, sharing, and supporting FCCLA. The award will be formally announced during the opening session of the hybrid National Leadership Conference on June 27, 2021. #LHWolfNation

LHJH | COLOR GUARD ANNOUNCED Congratulations to the students selected for the Lake Hamilton Junior High 8th grade color guard! Aughenbough, Shelby Bradbury, Breahna Burgett, Blakely Cousins, Abigail Daivs, Tessa Doyle, Molly Gamerdinger, Abigail Garcia, Bailey Gold, Chloe Jackson, Adeline Jackson, Emma Kincannon, Alayna LaFluer, Marlee McAfee, Emma Morgan, Genevieve Musil, Nicole Newcomer, Nevaeh Pumphrey, Emma Rash, Presli Ritenour, Peyton Tabor, Grace Tackett, Hannah Trussell, Rowan (Katherine) Vincent, Emily Walls, Addison #LHWolfNation

LHHS | GIRLS STATE Congratulations to the following Lake Hamilton High School students who have been selected to attend Arkansas Girls State for 2021: Ginny Higginbotham, Allie Norton, Natalie Tedder, Audrey Winfrey, and Hayleigh Wyrick Arkansas Girls State will be hosted virtually on May 30 – June 4, 2021. Arkansas Girls State is an immersive civics education program designed for young women who have completed their junior year of high school. Since 1942, the Arkansas Girls State program has been working to teach future generations of Arkansans citizens to be actively involved in their communities and government at every level. #LHWolfNation

LHHS | GIRLS STATE Congratulations to the following Lake Hamilton High School students who have been selected to attend Arkansas Girls State for 2021: Ginnie Higginbotham, Allie Norton, Natalie Tedder, Audrey Winfrey, and Hayleigh Wyrick Arkansas Girls State will be hosted virtually on May 30 – June 4, 2021. Arkansas Girls State in an immersive civics education program designed for young women who have completed their junior year of high school. Since 1942, the Arkansas Girls State program has been working to teach future generations of Arkansans citizens to be actively involved in their communities and government at every level. #LHWolfNation