Monday, September 14...B Day
Tuesday, September 15...A Day
Wednesday, September 16...B Day; Advisory
Thursday, September 17...A Day
Friday, September 18...B Day
Quick Links:
Ledyard Public Schools Calendar (updated for 2026-27!)
September/October A/B Rotation (updated for 2026-27!)
Parking Application Details (updated for 2026-27!)
Announcements:
Coffee House. Our first coffee house is on October 15 from 7-9 pm in the cafeteria! Performers get in free. Sign up using this Form or see Mr. Jannke in room 211.
Capstone Book Swap. Some of you may remember the Gales Ferry/Juliet Long book swap. Not all students have books at home to swap, so two of our seniors are helping out by collecting book donations. They are looking for gently used picture books and chapter books appropriate for students in grades PK - 5. Collections will be in the Main Lobby and in the Library all next week (September 14-18)!
Capstone Projects. We will have a senior Capstone assembly at the start of Block 2 on Monday, September 14. Remember that seniors are responsible for: a hands-on action element, a 3-5 page research paper, written reflections about the Vision of the Graduate, and a 12-15 minute presentation. Research papers should have already been submitted to English teachers on Monday, August 31. Presentations will take place on Friday, October 9. Click HERE to see the mailing that went home to senior parents the first week of July.
National Art Honor Society: Apply to be a part of the LHS NAHS Chapter for the 2026-27 school year. NAHS is a nationally recognized organization dedicated to participating in art-based community service. Members help beautify their local community, encourage artistic opportunities for community members, and work with like-minded artistic individuals at LHS. If you were a previous member, you need to re-apply. There will be an info meeting in 214 during activity period on Wednesday September 9th where applications will be available too. Information about what NAHS is can be found here. Applications are due to Mrs. Marciano in 214 or to Ms. Flanagan in 212 no later than September 21. Late applications will not be accepted.
Join the MtG Club! Magic, the Gathering is a superb card game that's easy to learn and fun to play. Everyone is welcome, with any level of experience! We have games and tournaments every Tuesday after school in Room 215/216, and we're always happy to teach new players. Bring your own deck, or borrow one of ours. All materials are provided. Come learn a new game and meet new people!
Dungeons and Dragons. The first Dungeons and Dragons meeting will be held Monday, September 14, after school in Room 106. No experience is necessary! See Ms. Szell if you have any questions.
Dominican Republic Trip. For those interested in joining the spring recess 2027 trip to the Dominican Republic, details and registration information can be found HERE. Join the trip Classroom with code 6cgwkvfn and see Mr. Jannke in Room 211 ASAP, as the trip is almost full.
Student Parking. To obtain a permit to park on campus, licensed seniors and juniors may bring payment of $25 (cash or check payable to Ledyard High School), their license and registration, and the completed pages three and four of the parking packet to the Main Office. They can find the packet HERE, or linked above, sent to them via email, or in hard copy in the Main Office.
ONGOING CLUB MEETINGS:
Dungeons and Dragons Club. Dungeons and Dragons will meet Mondays after school in room 106, from 2:10-3:30pm. Email Ms. Szell at sszell@ledyard.net or stop by her room with any questions. All are welcome to attend!
Book Club. Our Book Club meets every Monday in the library from 2:05-2:45pm. All are welcome!
GSA. The Gender and Sexualities Alliance meets after school on Mondays from 2:05 to 2:45 in room 211, as well as during Activity Periods in room 111. GSA is run by students for students, and is open to everyone of all backgrounds. Join the Classroom with code mwfc5c3m.
More Than Words. More Than Words is a student leadership group aimed at supporting and celebrating the variety of cultures and students at LHS. Meetings are held every Tuesday all year long. Meetings are after school in room 211 until 3:30 (you can leave early if necessary). Join the Classroom with code uzbmvlb. Contact Mr. Jannke for more information.
Magic the Gathering Club. Magic, the Gathering is a superb card game that’s easy to learn and fun to play. Everyone is welcome, with any level of experience! We have games and tournaments every Tuesday after school in room 215/216 and are always happy to teach new players. Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours. All materials are provided. Come learn a new game and meet new people!
Cupcakes and Causes. Cupcakes and Causes is a think-tank, of sorts, in which we discuss causes of worldwide concern and eat delicious cupcakes. Meetings are held after school once a month on a Wednesday in room 211. For more info and meeting dates see Mr. Jannke or join the Google Classroom with code qjswh24.
Youth Alive. The Youth Alive Bible Club will begin holding after school meetings every other Wednesday in room 102 beginning September 10th. All are welcome.
National Ocean Science Bowl. This group meets Wednesdays after school in room 103... 2:10-3:00 PM. Are you interested in the ocean and want a chance to test your knowledge? The ocean bowl is a quiz bowl style competition, want to learn more? Email Mr. Bednarz at dbednarz@ledyard.net or simply show up on Wednesday afternoon.
Key Club. Getting involved with school and community service is great for making connections, helping others, building your resume, etc., all while having fun. To sign up for Key Club events and to know meeting times, join the Classroom with code mjg4otj. Contact Mr. Jannke in 211 for more.
Interact Club. The Interact Club is the youth Rotary club for LHS. If you are looking to volunteer with service projects and help with other Rotary needs, this is the club. You will have opportunities to give back to the community while developing leadership skills and working with Rotarians who are active in their career or retired. Service projects and activities range from Rotary events like the Car Cruise, to powderpuff football, to blood drive organization, to distributing dictionaries to third graders, or to helping with town clean up efforts. If interested, please attend Activity Period meetings Mr. Wiz's room, 305 and join the Google classroom, 4zkhduj, for an update of available events and announcements.
Tutoring Program. The National Honor Society runs a tutoring program. Students tutor other students. If you would like to tutor others, join the Google Classroom with code fszwuxt (non-NHS tutors are welcome/needed!). To request a tutor, email our tutoring coordinator, senior Mikayla Gutierrez Perez at gutierrezperezm@ledyard.net
Service Opportunities. Mr. Jannke (room 211) runs a Google Classroom called "Service Opportunities." Requests from other schools, organizations, and community members are regularly posted. If you are looking to do more community service activities, join the Classroom with code tjxoi34 and then sign up for events. Community service is personally rewarding and it helps build your resume for whatever you choose to do after high school. Get involved, help, and have fun.