Lisle Senior High School International Thespian Society Troupe #660
'Act well your part; there all the honor lies.' Alexander Pope "Essay on Man"
By Aimee Park
Troupe #660-What is the International Thespians Society?
About Thespian Troupe #660
As a member of the International
Thespian Society, LSHS exhibits their commitment to quality
theatre. Students who are interested in Theatre and enjoy
participating in theatrical activities are encouraged to join the
Thespian Troupe #660 at LSHS. Within Troupe #660,
Students are able to participate in high school sponsored
theatrical activities throughout the year. Furthermore,
students earn points and our recognized for their
achievements. The best method to learn more about thespians
is by talking to a current Thespian or by checking out our
website. You may also read more about the International
Society to which we belong below.
About The International Thespian Society
Commitment to theatre is what the International Thespian Society is all about. The Society was established in 1929 at Fairmont, West Virginia, by Dr. Earl Blank, who was then the director of dramatics at the high school in Casper, Wyoming; Dr. Paul Opp, a member of the college faculty; and Harry Leeper, a teacher at East Fairmont High Schools.
They named their organization the National Thespian Society for Thespis, the Greek who, according to legend, was the first actor; their guiding principle was a dedication to excellence in theatre arts in secondary schools. Seventy-one schools became charter members of the society. The first national convention and election of officers was held in 1930. From this modest beginning, the organization enjoyed steady growth, and in the next five years, the membership had increased to 320 troupes. The national office was moved to Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1935. By the time the Society had celebrated its fiftieth anniversary, there were 3,190 troupes on its rolls.
At that point, the Society had grown into an international organization with more than a million members and troupes in every state and many foreign countries. The Society sponsors state, regional, national, and international theatre conferences where its members can learn more about the art and craft of theatre, perform and see outstanding performances, and audition for scholarships.
In 1989, the governing board of the Thespian Society formed the Educational Theatre Association to help it provide a broader range of services to theatre educators. The Educational Theatre Association is a professional organization for theatre teachers that includes its membership all Thespian troupe sponsors. Its board now operates the Thespian Society, continuing the tradition of honoring and serving theatre students and their teachers.
The goals of the Thespian Society haven’t changed. It still strives to give young adults a place for outstanding theatre where the standards of excellence in theatre arts will be advanced and to honor those students who do theatre well. And it continues to be guided by the principles of its founders: a belief that participation in the arts is an essential means of widening students’ cultural horizons and enriching their lives.
Membership in the International Thespian Society
Since 1929, more than two million students have been honored for excellence in theatre arts by being invited to join the International Thespian Society. As a member of ITS, you join a group that includes not only accomplished actors but people who have distinguished themselves in business, science, law, medicine, and every other field of endeavor. The International Thespian Society is the only organization to honor secondary school students for outstanding work in theatre. The resolution with which the Society approaches this role is evident in its focus on the students; their achievements, involvement, and access to quality theatre arts instruction are basic concerns of ITS.
Thespian membership is granted for the performance of meritorious work in theatre arts which meets the Society’s general guidelines. Specifically, students become members by earning points for their work. Any student who has participated in at least two productions for a total of one hundred hours of work is eligible for Thespian Society membership.
Records of student activities will be maintained at LSHS and Thespian membership may be conferred when qualifications have been met. The troupe clerk is responsible for maintaining these records, which are available for students’ review. You can download point record sheets in the Points Section of this web page.
A Thespian moving to another affiliated school is entitled to transfer his or her membership by having the new sponsor verify the membership with the ITS home office. A new membership card and certificate may be secured by submitting the replacement credentials form, which is available from the EdTA website.
The points listed below are the maximum
that usually may be earned for a specific assignment. Sponsors may
award two additional points for any task performed with exceptional
merit, and should use their discretion in awarding points—from zero
to the maximum—according to the quality of effort and work
accomplished. The following are general guidelines on the
awarding of points:
• One point represents approximately
ten hours of excellent work. Sponsors should use this formula in
awarding points for items not specifically listed in the point
system.
• To attain Thespian membership, a student must earn ten points, five of which must be acquired at the school where he or she is to be inducted.
• Thespian membership will be awarded on a democratic basis to all
students who qualify according to the requirements of the point
system. No student will be elected into the Society. No student
will be denied membership if he or she has accumulated the required
ten points and has fulfilled all membership requirements.
• A student must participate in at
least two full-length productions, or one full-length and two
one-acts, or four one-acts. Participation should be in at least two
of the listed categories, for example, acting and production.
• Students may earn up to five points
toward membership through participation at the middle school level
(through an ITS Junior Thespian troupe), in community, children’s
or professional theatre, or in other activities in the performing
arts. They may earn additional points after induction at the
sponsor’s discretion and upon proof of participation.
• When students qualify for membership,
they are notified that they may join the International Thespian
Society. Students are informed of the cost of the membership
fee and date/site of the induction ceremony. No hazing of student
candidates is permitted. Induction ceremonies are in a formal style
and occur in the Spring of each year.
After Thespians have attained membership, further recognition for their outstanding work in theatre arts may be indicated by awarding stars for each additional ten points—or one hundred hours—earned (to a maximum of four stars). Students may wear stars on Thespian jewelry to indicate their rating in the troupe. Star ratings should be designated on the student’s membership certificate under “Thespian Stars Earned.”
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In order to function as an organization, we have regular meetings to discuss important group activities. Your presence at Thespians Meetings is extremely important. If you are unable to attend a meeting, please review the Meeting Agenda and contact Ms. P at apark@lisle202.org
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To become a member of the International Thespians Society, students must earn points by becoming involved in Theatrical Activities. Students' earn points by their participation in various theatrical activities: acting, production assistance (crew), designing and directing, serving the troupe as an officer, seeing shows, etc. This process is similar to the process of obtaining points for union membership for professional theatrical organizations.
Thespians
Apprentices
Point System- Review how induction into the Thespian Society and getting points works.
Jr. High Point System - In order to calculate some of your Junior High Points you may use this system.
Forms- Print these forms, fill them out as best as you can, and bring them to the next thespian meeting: Thespian Meeting Reminder
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Thespian Apparel
Official International Thespian Wear Order Form
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Fall Play Rehearsal –
Monday - Friday, November 3rd thru November 7th
Attention all fall play cast and crew. All cast and crew will meet on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 3:45 pm. All cast and crew will have a technical rehearsal on Sunday at 1:00 pm.
Thespian “Seeing Theatre” Dirty Dancing & Xanadu –
Monday, November 3rd
Attention all students interested in going to see the Broadway Musicals, Dirty Dancing and Xanadu. Permission Slips and the $30.00 or $20.00 are due by today! The first fifty students to turn in applications will be able to attend! Don’t miss the amazing opportunity!
Thespian “Seeing Theatre” Dirty Dancing & Xanadu –
Monday, October 27th, Wednesday October 29th, and Friday October 3st
Attention all students interested in going to see the Broadway Musicals, Dirty Dancing and Xanadu: Mrs. Park will be taking a group of LSHS students to see Dirty Dancing on Tuesday, December 9th and Xanadu on Wednesday, April 22nd. If you are interested in attending either field trip, please pick up a permission slip in the main office. Tickets are $30.00 for Dirty Dancing and $20.00 for Xanadu. Permission Slips and the $30.00 or $20.00 are due by Monday, November 3rd! The first fifty students to turn in applications will be able to attend! Don’t miss the amazing opportunity!
Thespian Fundraiser –
Thursday, October 16th & Friday, October 17th
The LSHS Thespian Troupe needs your support! Go to Passero’s this Friday evening and mention Thespians! Passero’s will then donate 10% of your bill to Thespians!!!
Thespians hope to produce a Dinner Theatre this Spring and your help with this fundraiser can make it happen! Thank you for your support! Print a Fundraising Flier!
Fall Play Rehearsal –
Wednesday, October 15th & Thursday, October 16th
Attention Fall Play Cast and Crew – There is rehearsal for ALL CAST and CREW on Thursday, October 16th at 4:00 in the auditorium! In addition, please remember bring any money and forms for Thespians or Fall Play to rehearsal!
Thespian Meeting & Haunted Dungeon Volunteer Sign Up –
Monday, October 6th, Wednesday, October 8th and Tuesday, October 14th
Attention all Thespians, Apprentices, and Creepy People: Lisle Senior High School Thespians and other High School students will once again have the opportunity to volunteer at the Lisle Park District Haunted Dungeon as actors and makeup artist! If you are interested in participating as a character or makeup artist in the Haunted Dungeon, please pick up a packet in the main office and bring the completed forms to the sign up meeting on Wednesday, October 15th from 3:30 – 4:00. At the meeting, your forms will be collected and volunteers will be able to sign up for the Lisle Park District’s Haunted Dungeon. Following the sign up, there will be brief thespian meeting in the auditorium. If you any questions, please see Mrs. Park.
Fall Play Rehearsal –
Friday, September 26th & Monday, September 29th
Attention Fall Play Cast and Crew – all cast and crew are required to be at rehearsal on Monday at 4:00 in the auditorium. All paperwork, photos, and measurements will be completed on this day. All money and fees MUST be turned in to continue participation in the production by Monday. If you have questions or concerns, you should call or email Mrs. Park.
Thespian Apparel–
Friday, September 26th & Monday, September 29th
Attention all Thespians, any t-shirt orders for Thespians may be turned in on Monday as well. Mrs. Park will be collecting and processing the order on Monday!
Thespian “Seeing Theatre” Wicked –
Friday, October 3rd
Attention all students interested in going to see the Broadway Musical, Wicked.
Permission Slips and the $30.oo are due today! The first fifty students to turn in applications will be able to attend!
Thespian “Seeing Theatre” Wicked –
Thursday, October 2nd
Attention all students interested in going to see the Broadway Musical, Wicked.
Permission Slips and the $30.oo are due tomorrow! The first fifty students to turn in applications will be able to attend!
Thespian “Seeing Theatre” Wicked –
Friday, September 26th, Monday, September 29th, and Wednesday, October 1st
Attention all students interested in going to see the Broadway Musical, Wicked.
Mrs. Park will be taking a group of LSHS students to see Wicked on Tuesday, November 4th. If you are interested in attending this field trip please pick up a permission slip in the main office. Tickets are $30.00. Permission Slips and the $30.oo are due by Friday, October 3rd! The first fifty students to turn in applications will be able to attend! Don’t miss the amazing opportunity!
Thespian Meeting –
Week of September 15th
Attention all thespians and students interested in theatre! There will be a thespian meeting Wednesday, September 17th at 3:30 pm in the Auditorium. Our plans and activities for the year will be discussed at this meeting! Please bring your calendar to write down important dates.
Fall Play Rehearsal – CANCELATION
Monday, September 15th
Attention Fall Play Cast and Crew – Due to weather related matters, today’s rehearsal and meetings have been cancelled. Practice will begin on Wednesday at 4:00 following the Thespian meeting.
Fall Play Rehearsal –
Friday, September 12th
Attention all fall play cast and crew - the cast and crew list is posted outside of the auditorium. All cast and crew should report to rehearsal today!
Designers will meet today at 3:30
Cast and Crew will meet today at 4:00 and Wednesday, September 17th at 4:00 following the Thespian Meeting!
Fall Play Auditions and Crew Interviews –
Week of September 2nd and September 8th
Attention all Students – This year’s fall play is a modern edition of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream!” Fall Play Auditions will be held on Wednesday, September 10th from 2:45 – 9:00. More details and audition materials will be available next week Thursday, September 4th in the Main Office. Come out and try out!!!!!
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Throughout the school year, Thespians are involved in a variety of fundraising events. Fundraising earnings are used to purchase Induction materials and awards from the International Thespian Society, to provide Thespian Scholarships to graduating seniors, and to support Thespian Troupe #660 events including our Annual Thespian Evening Event (Lock In) and Spring Variety Shows or Dinner Theatre performances.
Current Fundraiser - Profit Sharing at Passero's
Print your own Fundraising Flier!
Current Fundraiser - Yankee Candle Sales
Check out the Fall Fundraising Catalog!
If you are interested in purchasing an item from a Lisle Thespian, please contact Aimee PArk apark@lisle202.org or any LSHS Thespian!
ALL ORDERS MUST BE PLACED BY TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2008!
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The following is a list of yearly events that students may participate in at LSHS. These events are often sponsored by Thespians, however, you need not be a Thespian to be involved.
Thespian Evening Event
Permission Form& Event Schedule
Seeing Theatre
Wicked: Permission Form& Informational Flier
Dirty Dancing: Permission Form& Informational Flier
Xanadu: Permission Form & Informational Flier
Illinois State High School Theatre Festival
Shakespeare Speaking Contest
LSHS Spring Variety Show
LSHS Spring Dinner Theatre
Lisle Park Players - Summer Theatre
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International Thespian Society
International Thespian Society
Illinois High School Theatre
Illinois State Theatre Festival
Local Partners
Local Theatre
Chicago Plays - Search for Plays Within the City
Theatrical Suppliers
Scripts & Books
Killer Scripts - Dinner Theatre
Rodgers and Hammerstein Theatre Library
Theatre Communications Group, Inc
Theatre Folk - Original Playscirpts for High Schools
Supplies - Costumes, Make Up, Props, Set, Lights, & Sound
Grand Stage - Makeup & Lighting
Broadway Costumes- Costume Rental
Fantasy Costume - Costumes Rental & Purchase and Props
Theatre House - Make Up, Costumes, Props, Set Dressings, Lighting, and Sound Samples
Zap Props - Props & Set
T-shirts - Holy Cow Sports, Galapagos, & K12 Outfitters
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2008-2009
- Meeting Minutes
- Thespian Points
- Thespian Sign, Thespian Apparel Order Form & Thespian Wear Order Form
- Thespian Evening Event Permission Form
- Wicked- Informational Flier & Parental Permission Form
- Haunted Dungeon Flier& Volunteer Information
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Fantastical Performance...
A Midsummer
Night's Dream
by William Shakespeare
& Adapted by Doug McClure
Directed by
Aimee Park & Sheryl Alkevicus
Synopsis
A Midsummer Night's Dream is a romantic comedyby William Shakespeare, suggested by "The Knight's Tale" from Geoffrey Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales, written around 1594to 1596. It portrays the adventures of four young Athenianlovers and a group of amateur actors, their interactions with the Duke and Duchess of Athens, Theseus and Hippolyta, and with the fairies
Story Line
The play features three interlocking plots, connected by a celebration of the weddingof Duke Theseusof Athensand the Amazonian queen Hippolyta, and set simultaneously in the woodland, and in the realm of Fairyland, under the light of the moon.[2]
In the opening scene, Hermia refuses to follow her father, Egeus's instructions for her to marry his chosen man, Demetrius. In response, Egeus quotes before Theseus an ancient Athenian law whereby a daughter must marry the suitor chosen by her father, or else face death. Theseus does not want this young girl to die, and offers her another choice, lifelong chastity worshipping the goddess Dianaas a nun. (The word 'nun' in this sense is an anachronism.)
Hermia and her lover Lysander decide to elopeby escaping through the forest at night. Hermia informs her best friend Helena, but Helena has recently been rejected by Demetrius and decides to win back his favor by revealing the plan to him. Demetrius, followed doggedly by Helena, chases Hermia. Hermia and Lysander, believing themselves safely out of reach, sleep in the woods.
Meanwhile, Oberon, king of the fairies, and his queen, Titania, arrive in the forest outside Athens. Titania tells Oberon that she plans to stay there until after she has attended Theseus and Hippolyta's wedding. Oberon and Titania are estranged because Titania refuses to give her Indian changelingto Oberon for use as his "knight" or "henchman," since the child's mother was one of Titania's worshippers. Oberon seeks to punish Titania's disobedience and recruits the mischievous Puck(also called Hobgoblin and Robin Goodfellow) to help him apply a magical juice from a flowercalled "love-in-idleness" (a.k.a. pansy), which makes the victim fall in love with the first living thing seen upon awakening. He instructs Puck to retrieve the flower so that he can make Titania fall in love with some vile creature of the forest. Oberon applies the juice to Titania in order to distract her and force her to give up the page-boy.
Having seen Demetrius act cruelly toward Helena, Oberon orders Puck to spread some of the elixir on the eyelids of the young Athenian man. Instead, Puck accidentally puts the juice on the eyes of Lysander, who then falls in love with Helena. Oberon sees Demetrius still following Hermia and is enraged. When Demetrius decides to go to sleep, Oberon sends Puck to get Helena while he charms Demetrius' eyes. Due to Puck's errors, both lovers now fight over Helena instead of Hermia. Helena, however, is convinced that her two suitors are mocking her, as neither loved her originally. The four pursue and quarrel with each other most of the night, until they become so enraged that they seek a place to duel each other to the death to settle the quarrel. Oberon orders Puck to keep the lovers from catching up with one another in the forest and to re-charm Lysander for Hermia, to prevent them all from killing each other.
Meanwhile, a band of lower-class laborers ("rude mechanicals", as they are famously described by Puck) have arranged to perform a crude play about Pyramus and Thisbefor Theseus' wedding, and venture into the forest, near Titania's bower, for their rehearsal. Nick Bottom, a stage-struck weaver, is spotted by Puck, who transforms his head into that of an ass (donkey). Titania is awakened by Bottom's singing and immediately falls in love with him. She treats him like a nobleman and lavishes him with attention. While in this state of devotion, she encounters Oberon and casually gives him the Indian boy. Having achieved his goals, Oberon releases Titania and orders Puck to remove the ass's head from Bottom. The magical enchantment is removed from Lysander but is allowed to remain on Demetrius, so that he may reciprocate Helena's love.
The fairies then disappear, and Theseus and Hippolyta arrive on the scene, during an early morning hunt. They wake the lovers and, since Demetrius doesn't love Hermia anymore, Theseus over-rules Egeus's demands and arranges a group wedding. The lovers decide that the night's events must have been a dream. After they all exit, Bottom awakes, and he too decides that he must have experienced a dream "past the wit of man." In Athens, Theseus, Hippolyta and the lovers watch the mechanicals perform "Pyramus and Thisbe." It is ridiculous and badly performed but gives everyone pleasure regardless, and afterward everyone retires to bed. Finally, as night falls, Oberon and Titania bless the house, its occupants, and the future children of the newlyweds, and Puck delivers a soliloquyto the audience.
Performance Dates and Times
Dress Rehearsal - Wednesday, November 19, 2008 7:00 pm
Opening Night - Thursday, November 20, 2008 7:00 pm
Performance - Friday, November 21, 2008 7:00 pm
Closing - Saturday, November 22, 2008 7:00 pm
A Blast from the Past! - Previous Performances
2007-2008 Poe's Midnight Dreary by Richard McElvain
2006-2007 One Dead Dolly by John Anthony
2005-2006 The Butler Did It by Tim Kelly
2004-2005 Rumors by Neil Simon
2003-2004 Nosferatu: The Legend of Dracula
2002-2003 13 Past Midnight by Billy St. John
2001-2002 A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare
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Information
For
the past six years, Thespians have been involved in the Lisle Park
District's Haunted Dungeon. Throughout these
experiences, Thespians have aided in creating a theme for the
dungeon, designed gore makeup to bring the characters to life, and
performed perfectly in the Haunted Dungeon. This year's
Haunted Dungeon is sure to be a success with the theme
of...
Insane Asylum
If you are interested in participating by acting or helping with makeup, please pick up an application in the LSHS Main Office and attend the Haunted Dungeon Sign Up Meeting on October 15, 2008 in the LSHS commons at 3:15 p.m.
Previous Years
2007 FEAR
The Troupe volunteered in the annual Lisle Haunted Dungeon for a sixth time. Thespian Members and many LSHS Students once again contributed their time and efforts to this Haunted Dungeon. The dungeon ran from 7pm to 10pm and the theme was created by the Park District and Thespian students. The theme was the FEAR. Totally engrossed in the scaring of individuals, Thespians portrayed scenes depicting the worst of all human fears!
2006 Scary Movie
The Troupe volunteered in the annual Lisle Haunted Dungeon for a fifth time. Thespian Members and many LSHS Students once again contributed their time and efforts to this Haunted Dungeon. The dungeon ran from 7pm to 10pm and the theme was created by the Park District and Thespian students. The theme was the Scary Movie. Totally engrossed in the scaring of individuals, Thespians mimicked classic and modern scary movie characters.
2005 The Terror of Clowns
The Troupe volunteered in the annual Lisle Haunted Dungeon for a fourth time. Thespian Members and many LSHS Students once again contributed their time and efforts to this Haunted Dungeon. The dungeon ran from 7pm to 10pm and the theme was created by the Park District and Thespian students. The theme was the Terror of Clowns. Totally engrossed in the scaring of individuals, Thespians made clown faces with a whole lot of gore features.
2004 Haunted High School
The Troupe volunteered in the annual Lisle Haunted Dungeon for a third time. Thespian Members and many LSHS Students once again contributed their time and efforts to this Haunted Dungeon. The dungeon ran from 7pm to 10pm and the theme was created by the Park District and Thespian students. The theme was a Haunted High School. Totally engrossed in the scaring of individuals, Thespians made blood, cuts, bruises, and zombie features come alive.
2003 Human Testing Facility
The Troupe volunteered in the annual Lisle Haunted Dungeon for a second time. Members once again contributed their time and efforts to this Haunted House. The house ran from 7pm to 10pm and the theme was created by the Thespian students. This year's theme was a human testing facility where testing had gone horribly wrong causing grotesque creatures to emerge. True to their form, Thespians dressed up in gore and blood every night for 5 days and entertained and scared those who entered.
2002 Insane Asylum
The Troupe volunteered in the annual Lisle Haunted Dungeon for the first time. Members contributed their time and efforts to this haunted house. The house ran from 7pm to 10pm and the theme was created by the Thespian students. This year's theme was an insane asylum where the inmates had broken loose and havoc ran amok. The Thespians dressed up in gore and blood every night for 5 days and entertained and scared those who entered.
Dates and Times
Wednesday, October 15 3:15 Volunteer Sign Up Meeting
Thursday, October 23 5-7:00 Makeup 7:-10:00 Dungeon
Friday, October 24 5-7:00 Makeup 7:-10:00 Dungeon
Saturday, October 25 5-7:00 Makeup 7:-10:00 Dungeon
Wednesday, October 29 5-7:00 Makeup 7:-10:00 Dungeon
Thursday, October 30 5-7:00 Makeup 7:-10:00 Dungeon
Friday, October 31 5-7:00 Makeup 7:-10:00 Dungeon
For information on the Haunted Dungeon check out - Lisle Park District
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Coming Soon...
Directed by Patricia Kerback
Assistant Directed by Sheryl Alkevicuis
Synopsis
Performance Dates and Times
Dress Rehearsal - Wednesday, March 11, 2009 7:00 pm
Opening Night - Thursday, March 12, 2009 7:00 pm
Performance - Friday, March 13, 2009 8:00 pm
Closing - Saturday, March 14, 2009 8:00 pm
A Blast from the Past! - Previous Performances
2007-2008 Grease
2006-2007 Cinderella
2005-2006 Anything Goes
2004-2005 Little Shop of Horrors
2003-2004 South Pacific
2002-2003 Annie Get Your Gun
2001-2002 Once Upon a Mattress
2000-2001
1999-2000
1998-1999
1997-1998
1996-1997
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Thespian
Induction and Awards Ceremony is a special evening for our
hardworking Thespians in which they are honored for their efforts
and recognized for their achievements. Traditionally, the
evening consists of the Induction of new members into the
International Thespians Society Troupe #660, the presentation
of Stars, Bars, Special Recognition, Senior Awards, and the
appointment of the next year's Thespian Executive
Officers.
Induction and Awards Ceremony Program
- 2007-2008 Program
- 2006-2007 Program
- 2005-2006 Program
- 2004-2005 Program
- 2003-2004 Program
- 2002-2003 Program
- 2001-2002 Program
Induction and Awards Ceremony Schedule
Thursday, April 30, 2009
- 2:30-5:00 pm - Students Decorate Commons and Auditorium
- 6:00-7:00 pm - Potluck Dinner in LSHS Commons
- 7:00-9:00 pm - Induction and Awards Ceremony in LSHS Auditorium
- 9:00 pm - Desserts and Clean Up
