Lockport City School District

SAFETY FAIR – June 16, 2025 for Class of 2025 seniors! Attendance Required for Prom Admittance for all seniors! As part of our continued commitment to student safety and education, Lockport High School is hosting a Safety Fair on Monday, June 16. Seniors will rotate through engaging and informative stations featuring local safety partners and emergency responders. You may notice some extra activity at the school — including a planned landing from Mercy Flight! No need for concern — it's all part of this important and exciting event. This is a planned demonstration to help students better understand emergency response procedures and services available in our community.

In June, Ms. Mack's second grade class at Anna Merritt is celebrating Pride Month. They learned that everyone has reasons to be proud of who they are! Each student came up with seven reasons they are proud of themselves. The students shared some of their reasons and we celebrated each other!

Mr. Flaherty’s class at George Southard welcomed volunteers from the LHS TALAT (Take a Look at Teaching) club, while Mrs. O’Brien’s (George Southard) and Mr. Gueli’s (Emmet Belknap) classes were joined by DECA students serving as “teachers” and Junior Achievement volunteers. The LHS students delivered engaging, grade-appropriate Junior Achievement lessons that introduced important business vocabulary and showed how communities and neighborhoods collaborate to build financially literate employees and thriving businesses. It was an inspiring experience for all groups of students, sparking excitement about future careers and the power of teamwork!

Mrs. Navarro took Aaron Mossell Junior High students to Shea’s Performing Arts Center, where they had the exciting opportunity to perform on stage as part of the Junior Theatre Festival. Chosen by Shea’s to participate, students toured the historic theatre, learned new techniques, and showcased their talent in a professional setting. This event is part of a national initiative led by iTheatrics, an organization dedicated to making musical theatre accessible to young people and schools around the world.

Lockport High School senior Zachary Simeone has earned an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy—one of the most prestigious honors a graduating senior can achieve. Each year, fewer than 1,200 students are selected from over 10,000 applicants nationwide. This appointment represents not only a tremendous academic and personal accomplishment, but also a scholarship valued at over $600,000, including four years of world-class education, military and leadership training. To be selected, Zachary demonstrated outstanding performance across academics, physical fitness, service, and leadership—and also secured a nomination from a member of Congress or another qualifying authority. Those who accept this challenge and go on to graduate will earn a Bachelor of Science degree and a commission as an officer in the United States Air or Space Force. Because he has already been summoned to report for his appointment this summer, Zachary will not be able to attend our graduation ceremony. At Tuesday's LHS Senior Awards night, Lockport City School District took the special opportunity to celebrate his achievements and wish him the very best as he begins this next incredible chapter with his official Certificate of Appointment to the United States Air Force Academy, Class of 2029. Congratulations, Zachary!

Tonight - Come listen to some great music as our choral department performs for the LHS Star Concert on Monday, June 9th at 6:30 p.m. at LHS Visual and Performing Arts Center. The concert is free, but a collection will be taken during the concerts for Kids Escaping Drugs.

Roy B. Kelley and George Southard Elementary Schools celebrated Career Day! Check out Lockport's future workforce. We've got up and coming doctors, broadcasters, astronauts, pilots, chefs, athletes, dancers, veterinarians, engineers, teachers, and more! Did you take a pic of your kiddos for Career Day this year? Please post them and tag us!

LHS West doesn't just celebrate the end of the year, they create something meaningful to remember it by! As part of the end-of-year picnic, students take part in a friendly design contest where the whole school votes on the winning shirt design. Then, the real work begins! From screen printing and multiple test runs to ironing, tie-dyeing, setting the ink, and carefully drying each shirt, our students roll up their sleeves and make it happen. Each student is responsible for five shirts, and the process is as detailed as it is rewarding. Shoutout to Mrs. Waz, who has this production down to a science. Her guidance and passion make this tradition possible year after year. 💙💛

Calling all future Kindergarteners! Lockport families—get your little one ready for success with our FREE Kindergarten Readiness Summer Camp! Dates: July 7 – August 15, 2025 (Monday–Friday) Location: Roy B. Kelley Elementary School Hours: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Meals: Breakfast, lunch & snacks included! Open to children entering Kindergarten in the Lockport City School District during the 2025-2026 School Year. Daily Schedule: 🔹 8–11:30 a.m. (Required): Literacy, Math & Social-Emotional Skill Building 🔹 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m. (Optional): Arts & crafts, motor skills, outdoor play & more! Register by calling the YWCA at (716) 433-6714 or visit 👉 lockportschools.org/kindergartencamp.

Sixth grade scientists at EBIS have been hard at work in the lab designing and building Rube Goldberg machines! Using everyday materials and a lot of creativity, students in Ms. Clifton’s classes collaborated to create chain-reaction inventions that turn simple tasks into spectacular events. Teamwork, problem-solving, and science in action!

Last night, we celebrated our incredible student-athletes during LCSD’s Sports Awards Night, where students were honored for their achievements both on and off the field, and several deserving seniors received scholarships to support their future goals. 💙💛 But that’s not all — we’re proud to announce that ALL 33 of our varsity teams were named Scholar-Athlete Teams by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA)! That means 100% of our varsity teams this season earned this academic honor — qualifying LCSD for the prestigious "School of Distinction" recognition! This achievement highlights the dedication, discipline, and drive of our student-athletes and coaches. They don’t just compete — they excel in the classroom too.

We're bringing you the Top 5 Reasons to Attend UNITY FEST - TONIGHT (May 30) at 4-8 p.m. behind LHS! Because one event can bring an entire community together! Reason Number 5: Take the Trip of a Lifetime No Passport Needed! Walk Around the World and explore the amazing cultures that make LCSD so special — student displays, food samples, and global fun! Reason Number 4: Game Time for ALL Ages! From Kindergarten Flag Football to Kickball Showdowns, Bocce fun, and Field Games — there's something for every athlete (and future MVP)! Reason Number 3: Dunk Your Favorite Staff Member! Yep, the Dunk Tank is back and better than ever. Take your shot — they’re going down! Reason Number 2: Dance Like Everyone’s Watching! Music, movement, and pure joy. Reason Number 1 to attend Unity Fest is a THE REASON for the event... Kindness is the Main Event! Unity Fest is all about coming together. You’ll leave feeling uplifted, connected, and reminded that kindness is powerful. See you there!

The weather’s looking great for tomorrow's Unity Fest! We’re wrapping up the year with a celebration of kindness and commUNITY. Get in the spirit with our latest Lion Bytes Podcast featuring the voices behind the event: 🔗 https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4470/LCSD/5681183/Unity_Fest_-_5_22_25__1.02_PM.mp3 Friday, May 30, 2025 from 4-8p.m behind Lockport High School. Let’s end the year on a high note — see you there! 💙🦁

Get ready for the most heartwarming moment of Unity Fest — the Kindness Parade is back and brighter than ever! All eight schools at LCSD will march together showcasing kindness chains that celebrate compassion, connection, and what it means to lift each other up. Expect smiles, high fives, and plenty of reasons to believe in the power of kindness. New this year - the LHS Pep Band and Cheerleaders will be on hand to help! Whether you're walking in it or cheering from the sidelines, the Kindness Parade is a reminder that unity begins with us. Don’t miss this beautiful moment of togetherness — only at Unity Fest tomorrow, Friday, May 30, 2025 at 4-8 p.m. behind LHS!

Get ready to climb, explore, and discover at one of the most exciting stops at Unity Fest — Touch-A-Truck! @Lockport Police Department – Hop in a patrol car, turn on the lights, and meet the officers who help keep our schools and community safe! @LockportFirefighters – Explore a real fire truck and learn what it takes to be a firefighter from the pros themselves! LCSD Tech Mobile – Need to stay connected during the summer months? Check out our tech team's mobile classroom and see where it travels from July-August! Only at Unity Fest — Friday, May 30, 2025 at 4-8 p.m. behind LHS!

Get ready to move, play, and cheer — Unity Fest is bringing the FUN! Here’s what’s going down on the field: Kindergarten Flag Football Clinic – The littlest Lions can learn the basics and run with the best of 'em! Still taking sign ups: https://forms.gle/7QP5WSHQvGaaBPKJA. LHS Kickball Tournament – Big kicks, bigger laughs! Come root for your favorite team in this tournament! Field Fun & Games – From KanJam to Cornholl, the LCSD Athletics Department is bringing all the action! Bocce with the LHS Unified Bocce Team – Enjoy some friendly bocce competition led by our incredible Unified athletes! There’s something for everyone — whether you're playing, cheering, or just enjoying the good vibes. Only at Unity Fest - Friday, May 30, 2025 from 4-8 p.m. behind LHS- rain or shine – don’t miss a minute of the fun!

Take a journey without ever leaving the festival on Friday, May 30, 2025 from 4-8 p.m. behind LHS! At Unity Fest, don’t miss our Walk Around the World experience — a vibrant celebration of the many cultures, countries, and communities that make up LCSD! 🌎 Explore student-led displays, taste traditional snacks, learn greetings in different languages, and discover customs from around the globe — all created by our amazing students and families. This is more than a walk — it’s a celebration of who we are. Diverse. United. Proud. 🦁

Here’s your chance to finally get back at your favorite LCSD staff members… with a SPLASH! 💦🎯 Step right up to the Dunk Tank at Unity Fest and take aim at principals, teachers, and even district staff who’ve bravely volunteered to take the plunge — all in the name of fun, laughter, and community spirit! Don't miss it - only at Unity Fest! Friday, May 30, 2025 from 4-8 p.m. behind LHS.

We blinked and missed March and April... but don’t worry — we’ve been busy collecting stories, laughs, and LOTS of good stuff! 🎙️😅 Now dropping a three-month podcast power-pack to hold you over all summer long. You bring the sunscreen, we’ll bring the content. ☀️ 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3tJ6HxcmoXz2izF2a4OFaA Web: https://www.lockportschools.org/podcast

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!