Lockport City School District

The LHS Talent Show is on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at LHS Visual & Performing Arts Center at 6:30 p.m. Come cheer on your favorite act!

Wellness Night was a success at Emmet Belknap, offering families tools and resources for mental, physical, and emotional health. From yoga and mindfulness activities to healthy snacks and community partner booths, the night emphasized the importance of balance and self-care.

Tomorrow, May 20, 2025 is the day to get our and vote on the 2025-2026 Budget Vote. It's so important to participate!

🎓 Lockport High School Top 10 Seniors: Class of 2025 Spotlight We're continuing our celebration of the outstanding Top 10 seniors from the Class of 2025! These students have achieved academic excellence while immersing themselves in everything Lockport High School has to offer. Take a look at students #6–10 and all they’ve accomplished. #6 Zachary Frank Zachary is headed to Ithaca College to study Biochemistry with a minor in Music. An exceptionally talented alto saxophone player in the LHS Band, Zachary found the perfect fit in Ithaca’s strong science and music programs. He’s excited to continue growing both academically and musically in a city he already loves. #7 Lillian Bushley Lillian will attend Rochester Institute of Technology, double majoring in Environmental Science and English. She dreams of launching her own nonprofit that helps local businesses adopt sustainable practices. RIT’s accelerated bachelor’s and master’s programs caught her eye, and she’s hoping to study abroad in Europe during her time there. At LHS, Lillian is on stage with the theater program, on the tennis and bowling teams, in Warlocks Robotics, and even is on the inaugural Flag Football team. Her passion for environmental science was sparked way back in 5th grade when she joined the Green Club at Emmet Belknap. #8 Cecilia Millen Cecilia is attending the University at Buffalo to study Mathematics with a planned minor in Music. A true performer at heart, she has appeared in countless musicals and has a love for the stage that she’s carried throughout her school years. She’s also a dedicated member of the Cyber Lions, bringing creativity and leadership to the team. Cecilia hopes to leave behind a legacy of kindness and full participation—and one day, drive away in her dream car: a Ferrari 7F90xx Spider. #9 Isabella Talluto Isabella is bound for Rochester Institute of Technology, where she’ll study Biology with a goal of researching and developing new vaccines. She chose RIT for its strong research opportunities and was thrilled that she could still be involved in theater, even without majoring in it. At LHS, Isabella is involved in both theater and stage crew at LHS, and sings in the concert choir. 🧠 #10 Cecilia Loiacano Cecilia is attending St. Bonaventure University to study Psychology. She fell in love with the campus during her first visit and knew it was the tight-knit community she was looking for—close enough to home, but filled with new possibilities. At LHS, Cecilia was a standout student and leader: varsity volleyball and softball player, participant in the unified sports program, secretary of National Honor Society, class council representative, and a devoted member of the yearbook staff—serving as co-chief editor her senior year.

At Aaron Mossel JHS, Miss Navarro's ELA class took advantage of the nice weather to read outside. #LockportLovesLiteracy

🎓 Lockport High School Top 10 Seniors: Class of 2025 Spotlight We are proud to celebrate the incredible achievements and bright futures of our Top 10 seniors at Lockport High School. These students have shown dedication, passion, and leadership throughout their high school years—and their next chapters are just beginning. Here’s a closer look at our top five seniors and where they’re headed next. Watch for the other Top 10 next week! #1 Anthony Alessi Anthony is skating toward an exciting future—he'll be trying out for the Canadian Hockey League after graduation. A longtime player with the Junior Sabres, hockey has been a major part of his life. At LHS, Anthony is a member of the National Honor Society and has demonstrated strong academic and athletic dedication. After his hockey career, he plans to attend college and pursue a career as a Physical Therapist. #2 Lucas Pynn Lucas is headed to Daemen University to study in the Physician Assistant program and will also join the Daemen Men’s Volleyball team. He fell in love with Daemen's cultural atmosphere and welcoming campus during his visit. At LHS, Lucas was involved in National Honor Society, Sources of Strength, and was a valuable member of the varsity volleyball team. His commitment to health sciences and teamwork will take him far. #3 Jameson Eisenhauer Jameson is attending Niagara University to major in Biology, with his sights possibly set on becoming an Orthodontist. He was drawn to NU for its strong sense of community and the campus environment. During his time at LHS, Jameson made an impact through National Honor Society, Soccer, Scholastic Bowl, Soccer, Sources of Strength, Unified Basketball, and the Foreign Exchange Club. His curiosity will serve him well in the healthcare field. #4 Morgan Case Morgan is heading to Rochester Institute of Technology to major in Biochemistry. She is especially interested in pathology research and hopes to find a career that allows her to travel while making scientific contributions. She chose RIT for its outstanding research opportunities and early access to labs and co-ops—even as a freshman. At LHS, Morgan is a dedicated member of the swim team and participates in Page Turners and the Foreign Exchange Club. #5 Chloe Wysochanski Chloe will be attending SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) to study Environmental Biology. She's considering a future that includes teaching or working in government or nonprofit sectors to make a positive impact. Chloe was drawn to ESF for its specialized focus and strong research programs. At LHS, she is involved in stage crew, paid crew, and the Foreign Language Club, bringing creativity and dedication to everything she does.

Lockport High School is proud to announce the members of Legacy 2025. Members of the graduating class have the ability to apply to the Legacy membership each year. The group works together on a civic minded project to better the school, district or community. This year's members are: Cooper Wasson, Isabella Pearl, RoseMia Marquez, Sian Powell, Abigail Shortridge, Serenity Gilbert, Lily Watier, Leela Gollhardt, Jyla Johnson, August Gong, Cecelia Millen, Jocelyn Velasquez, Gianna Pasceri, Tanner Gurnett, Olivia Hufnagel, Zachary Simeone, Lillian Bushley and Skye Wendt.

AMJHS students got the chance to step inside the Mobile Museum of Tolerance for an unforgettable Civil Rights lesson. Instructor Brian started things off with a real talk about what tolerance means—not just in society, but in our everyday lives and relationships. The conversation grew into a powerful discussion about identity and culture, and how those shape the way we see the world and treat others. Students opened up, shared their thoughts, and explored ways to speak up for themselves and others—always with peace and purpose.

Lockport High School inducted 105 students into the National Honor Society last week - that's 1/3 of this class! Current NHS officers introduced the candidates to be recognized. Honorees are in grade 11 and have demonstrated the 4 pillars of scholarship, leadership, service and character. Congratulations to all!

Meet the Candidates! Join us for School Board Candidates Night on May 7, 2025, from 6–8 PM at the Lockport High School Visual & Performing Arts Center (250 Lincoln Ave., Door #3). This is your chance to hear directly from the candidates running for the Lockport City School District Board of Education. Presented by The Lockport Council of PTAs & The League of Women Voters of Buffalo-Niagara. Be informed. Be involved.

Congratulations to all of our Grade 4 spelling bee participants at Charles Upson! Our winners are: 3rd Place - Lily K, 2nd Place - Jackson C, and our winner is: Benjamin N. These three students will go on to the regional level! Awesome job to all!

Whole Child Wellness Night is coming! Thursday, May 15, 2025 Emmet Belknap Intermediate School We’re inviting ALL students, families, caregivers, staff, and community members to this special evening focused on health, safety, and emotional well-being. 🧠💬🍎 Connect with local experts, explore helpful resources, and discover how we can all support our children's wellness—together. Over 30 organizations will be there, including: ✔ Feedmore WNY ✔ Kenan Center ✔ Lockport Family YMCA/Camp Kenan ✔ Niagara County Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services

Mrs. Giansante's LHS Spanish 3, 4, and 5 students celebrated El Día de los Niños and El Día de los Libros yesterday in classes. Students had the opportunity to hear from guest readers who featured a favorite book from their childhood. Following this, there was an opportunity for all students to select a free book from a large collection and enjoy free reading time. Started in Mexico, El Día de los Niños (Children's Day) and El Día de los Libros (Book Day) are celebrated on April 30th. This day is a time to celebrate children and their families, emphasizing the importance of reading and literacy, particularly for children from various linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

LHS students Jadyn Beshaw, Jocelyn Velazquez, and Emily Wise were awarded the chance to participate in the DECA International Career Development Conference this past week in Orlando, Florida with over 26,000 students. They gained networking connections with industry professionals and students from around the globe. This opportunity was made possible by the initiative and hard work by these three young future professionals, but also could not have happened without the sponsorship of local business partners; Shamus, World Used Tires Inc., Reid Petroleum Corporation, Heinrich Chevrolet, NetPlus Alliance, Bling!, Lockport Schools & Community FCU, HTI Recycling LLC, Connor Wealth Management, Village Eatery, and Niagara's Choice Credit Union. Thank you!

🤖✨ Get ready, LCSD! STEM NIGHT is TONIGHT! From robots and drones to science experiments, coding, math magic 🧪📐 and even stop motion animation — we've got something for every curious mind! 🎉 Open to ALL K-12 students + families 🕕 May 1, 2025 from 6–8 PM 📍 Lockport High School (Enter through Door #3) Can't wait to see you there— it's going to be STEM-sational! 🧠⚡

May is Community Action Month! STEM Night on May 1 is a great way for our community to come together and empower our students with knowledge, resources, and opportunities for growth. It’s also the perfect lead-up to our LCSD Unity Fest on May 30th, where we will continue to celebrate the strength and spirit of our community, promoting unity, diversity, and empowerment for all. Mark your calendars: STEM Night: May 1, 2025 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Lockport High School Unity Fest: May 30, 2025 from 4:00-8:00 PM behind Lockport High School Together, we’re building a future of innovation, inclusivity, and community empowerment!

Join us for Whole Child Wellness Night at Emmet Belknap Intermediate School on Thursday, May 15! This is a FREE community event for students, families, caregivers, staff, and community members. Over 30 local organizations will be on site to share wellness resources and information that support the whole child—mind, body, and heart. Featuring: ✔ Catholic Charities ✔ Feedmore WNY ✔ Kenan Center ✔ Lockport Family YMCA/Camp Kenan ✔ Niagara County Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services ...and many more! Interested in having a resource table? Contact: esmorol@lockportschools.net Let’s come together to support our students and families! 💛🦁

Before spring recess, Project CKC (Clothing Kills Cancer) appeared on Daytime Buffalo to share their powerful mission—and shine a spotlight on a new partnership with Making Memories. We’re proud to share that Brayden Powell, a student from Aaron Mossell JHS, was featured on the segment as a Project CKC Brand Ambassador Brayden who brings fresh ideas for T-shirt designs and used his voice to amplify the mission of this incredible nonprofit. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=CT1lCPtb0sc. Project CKC is dedicated to supporting cancer patients and their families by easing financial stress related to medical bills and prescription costs. Their work is a reminder that compassion and community can make a difference.

Ben Brindise, Author and Spoken Word Poet, recently gave a workshop at Aaron Mossell Junior High, where students learned about, created and performed spoken word poems. Thank you to Arts for Learning WNY and Just Buffalo Literacy Center for giving our students this opportunity!

At Anna Merritt, they're turning fun into funds! The fearless 2nd grade team is raising money for their End-of-Year Celebration—and they're willing to get inked for it (temporary tattoos, of course 😉). Donations were received and tattoos were handed out - the more that was given, the more tattoos the teachers and staff got!