Mrs. O'Mahony, a teacher at Charles Upson, and her daughter Kate, a fourth-grade student at Charles Upson visited family in Ireland this summer. They took in all the history and found a couple of hearts along the way!

The Carter Family vacationed at Black Lake where they spent their time fishing. Their teachers will hear all kinds of fish tales when school starts! Tyler Carter is in 7th grade at AMJHS, Grant Carter is starting 5th grade at Emmet Belknap this year, and Wyatt Carter is beginning 2nd grade at Roy B Kelley.

Mila Coimbra visited the ocean for the first time in Maine this summer. She's going into 3rd grade at Roy B. Kelly Elementary.

Tanner Petro, an incoming first grader at George Southard took his first plane ride to visit family and friends in Vegas where he is from. #summeroflions

Did you know that Lockport High School received a “School of Excellence” status from The New York State Public High School Athletic Association Inc. (NYSPHSAA) for the 2023-2024 school year?! This award is granted to high schools whose varsity teams average GPA for 75% of the roster is greater than or equal to 90%. During the 23-24 year, THIRTY teams within the Lockport City School District were selected as Scholar Athlete Teams by the State. Congrats to all of our scholar athletes! Thank you for making LHS a School of Excellence!

🎶🎷 Several Lockport students recently participated in the Summer Honors Band Program hosted by Starpoint CSD! 🎺 This fantastic program brings together band students from Starpoint, North Tonawanda, Roy-Hart, and Lockport, ranging from grades 4-9. Our very own Lockport music teachers, Timothy Martin and Naomi Moore, played key roles in coordinating and teaching the bands during the two-week program. Pictured: Naomi Moore (Emmet Belknap music teacher), Preston Moore (entering grade 7 at AMJHS), and Gabriel Moore (entering grade 6 at EBIS). #SummerofLions

Check out McKenna's beach adventures in Ocean City, Maryland where she bravely held a rather large horseshoe crab 🦀 McKenna is starting as a 7th grader at Aaron Mossell Junior High this fall. Summer is all about creating unforgettable memories. What have you been up to this summer, Lions? Share your adventures with us using #SummerofLions!

Now and then, we have the pleasure of celebrating our amazing staff and highlighting the fun things they're up to during the summer months. Last week, Emmet Belknap's Physical Education Teacher, Mrs. O'Neil, embarked on her first Empire State Ride—a 7-day journey from NYC to Niagara Falls—to raise funds for cancer research at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Institute. She rode an impressive 569 miles and raised $6,219 to help end cancer. Mrs. O'Neil draws daily inspiration from her 16-year-old daughter and husband, both of whom are cancer survivors. Their strength fuels her commitment to this important cause. #summeroflions

To access the Fall Sports Information Newsletter, please click on the link below. https://secure.smore.com/n/30t7b Sincerely, Lockport City School District Athletic Department

London Stoll, a 4th Grader at Anna Merritt is enjoying Christmas in July at her family campground at Camp Emerald Acres in Franklinville NY! #SummerofLions 🎄

Our Lions are taking on Buffalo! 🦁✨ Catch LHS rising sophomores Madelyn Kelley and Ethan Saraf starring in "Alice By Heart" at Allendale Theatre this weekend. Plus, our own Mrs. Navarro, an English teacher at Aaron Mossell JHS, is directing the show. 🎭 #SummerofLions

We're planning for the 2024-2025 school year. Are you? Check out this year's before and after school opportunities for grades K through 6 on our website at: bit.ly/3SiNWLj

We're thrilled to announce the new app for Lockport Schools! It's everything Lockport Schools, in your pocket. Download for Android: https://aptg.co/_CBsTq Download for iPhone: https://aptg.co/Zds9Cg

The Parent Portal links on the individual school webpages are under maintenance but will be fixed as soon as possible. To access the Parent Portal immediately, please use the link from our main webpage lockportschools.org and click on the Parent Portal icon under “menu.”

🌟 We're looking back at last week with warm hearts! These photos of our amazing graduates celebrating with their families and friends bring us all the happiness in the world. 🎓

Graduation is starting! Sneak peek of all the graduation pictures to come. #classof2024 #WeAllBelong

🌾🐄 Last week, Mrs. Bax's class at George Southard Elementary had an amazing time visiting Kelkenberg Farm of Clarence. 🚜✨ From petting adorable farm animals to learning about sustainable farming practices, it was a fun and educational adventure for everyone. 🌱🐑 A big thank you to Kellkenburg Farms for hosting us and giving the kids an unforgettable experience!

After reading Esperanza Rising, Miss Torres's students at Emmet Belknap made homemade tortillas which are a popular food eaten throughout the novel. Students experienced making and eating their own tortillas.

Congratulations to the amazing retirees of Lockport City School District! 🎉 After years of dedication, passion, and hard work, it's time for a well-deserved rest. Your impact on our students, schools, and community is immeasurable. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to education and for shaping the future one student at a time. Enjoy this new chapter of life—filled with relaxation, adventures, and all the joys you deserve! We will always cherish your contributions and remember the positive influence you've had on so many lives. Here's to the retirees of 2024! 🎓✨ Please note: This photo includes the retirees who attended the June Board of Education meeting to receive recognition. This photo does not include all retirees.

Anna Merritt's 2nd graders enjoyed the day playing at Outwater Park. They ended their fun by enjoying ice cream brought by the ice cream truck!