Laurel Concord Coleridge High School will be hosting the 2025 District III Music Contest on Friday, April 25th, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Bloomfield, Cedar Catholic, Crofton, Elkhorn Valley, Hartington-Newcastle, Laurel Concord Coleridge, Neligh-Oakdale, Osmond, Plainview, Randolph, Wausa, and Wynot schools will be bringing 522 students to Laurel to perform 188 band and vocal entries. District Music Contest is free to the public. If you have any questions please contact Contest Director: Patti Beyeler.
MEETING LOCATION CHANGE
Due to the space required for the Scholastic Book Fair at the Laurel Library, the regular Board of Education meeting scheduled for Monday, March 14th will be held in the Elementary Commons area of the Laurel Campus starting at 7:00 PM.
Congratulations to our middle school who raised over $500 during our recent Middle School Coin War for our LCC PTO! The school goal was $250, and our students well exceeded expectations! For reaching their goal, students and staff had the fun of taping Mr. Leonard to the Wall!
Results from the JH track meet held in Hartington on Thursday, April 10th.
Laurel-Concord-Coleridge Middle School was one of three Siouxland middle schools recognized by KTIV to receive this year's KTIV "Making A Difference" Award. The middle school receives a field trip to Arnold's Park and a $1,000 donation from Farrell's Heating & Air Conditioning. Here is the link to watch the video that was presented by the school to receive this award:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56GVlFNwyR0
*2024-2025 Nebraska State Colleges Multi-Activity Student Award Recipients Announced*
The award recognizes students in grades 9-12 who participate in at least three NSAA sanctioned activities during the academic year. Each high school student who participates in at least three NSAA activities will be recognized and awarded a certificate of achievement by the NSAA and the Nebraska State Colleges. Activity participation will be tracked using student eligibility lists, submitted to the NSAA by each member school.
Congratulations to the following LCC students who are this years recipients!
Results from the Knox County Invitational track meet that was held Wednesday, April 9th @ Creighton.
🎉 Congratulations to Our Newest NHS Members! 🎉
LCC is proud to welcome the newest members of the LCC National Honor Society Chapter! Please join us in celebrating the outstanding achievements of these students:
👩🎓 Juniors:
Laney Folkers
Kennedy Hall
🌟 Sophomores:
Abigail Brummels
Faith Galvin
Carlie Kvols
Justice Olson
Rena Rasmussen
These students have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and character. We are excited to see the positive impact they will continue to make at LCC and beyond!
#LCCProud #NHSInduction #StudentLeaders #AcademicExcellence
Are you a passionate and creative educator ready to ignite a love for literature, writing, and communication in students?
Do you believe in the power of words to inspire excellence, strengthen communities, and shape the future?
Laurel-Concord-Coleridge High School is seeking an innovative and student-centered English Language Arts Teacher (9–12) for the 2025–2026 school year. This position is available due to the career advancement of a current staff member—proof of the professional growth culture at LCC School!
Follow the QR code or visit https://lccschool.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx to learn more about this exciting opportunity and to apply!
Do you have a heart for middle schoolers and a passion for helping them find their voice through reading, writing, and communication?
Are you ready to inspire excellence, strengthen communities, and shape the future
during some of the most formative years of a student's life?
Laurel-Concord-Coleridge Middle School is seeking a dynamic and student-focused English Language Arts Teacher (Grades 6–8) for the 2025–2026 school year. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who understands the unique energy, creativity, and challenges of middle school students and wants to make a lasting impact. This position is available due to the career advancement of a current staff member—proof of the professional growth culture at LCC!
Follow the QR code or visit https://lccschool.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx to learn more about this exciting opportunity and to apply!
📢Laurel Concord Coleridge School is seeking individuals interested in being the Head Girls Varsity Basketball Coach for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. School employment and/or teaching endorsement is not required. Please see the attached flyer for specifics of who to contact and where to apply!
Go Bears 🐻🐻🐻
Results for the High School track meet held in Plainview on Friday, April 4th
*High School Track scheduled for Monday, April 7th @ Creighton has been moved to Wednesday, April 9th with a 10:00 AM start time!*
🚨 Big News from LCC!
We’re excited to share that Mrs. Jennifer Van Meter has been selected as the next High School Principal for LCC School, pending official board approval on April 14th.
Many of you know Mrs. Van Meter from her years as a middle school English Language Arts teacher, and we’re thrilled that she’ll continue to serve our students in this new leadership role. She’s passionate about building strong relationships, supporting academic success, and creating a safe, welcoming school environment where every student can thrive.
Mrs. Van Meter also brings leadership experience from her time as a principal and school director at an international school, and we’re confident she’ll bring that same dedication and vision to LCC High School.
We’re excited for what’s ahead and look forward to welcoming Mrs. Van Meter into this role as we continue working together to make LCC School a place we’re all proud to call home.
*Junior High & High School Track Schedule Updates*
-Junior High Track triangular that was previously scheduled for Tuesday, April 1st has been cancelled.
-High School Track @ Creighton on Monday, April 7th has been moved up to a 12:00 PM start rather than 1:00 PM
🎉 LCC Prom 2025 – Almost Here! 🎉
Get ready for an unforgettable night on Saturday, April 5th! Below are the key times and details for the Grand March and Prom festivities:
📍 Location: Laurel Campus
🕔 Schedule of Events:
🔹 5:45 PM – Doors Open
Public Access: Use North Gymnasium Doors Only
Students Attending Prom: Enter through Southwest Doors (by Ag Room)
🔹 6:30 PM – Grand March (Main Gymnasium)
🔹 8:00 PM – Catered Meal
🔹 9:00 PM – Prom/Dance Begins
🔹 12:00 AM – Post-Prom Fun Begins
🔹 3:30 AM – Post-Prom Ends
✨ Get ready for a night of memories, music, and magic! ✨
Today's Junior High Track & Field Meet at Randolph has been postponed. A rescheduled date has not been set yet at this time.
🗣️ On March 27, Laurel Concord Coleridge was proud to be a part of the Governor’s Virtual Event! Sophomore, Mavis Jonas, along with other high school students across the state of Nebraska engaged in conversation with Governor Pillen about leadership and the future of our state. #NebraskaFuture #YouthLeadership @esucc.org
Join us for the FFA State Send Off on Tuesday afternoon!
On Tuesday, March 18th, the LCC Jazz Band competed in the Coyote Jazz Festival in Vermillion, South Dakota, playing “The Big Band Theory”; “Tomorrow’s Memories” and “Black Ops”. Sam Cross, alto saxophone, and Kolten Settje, tenor saxophone, received soloist awards. Jazz Band members are: alto saxophones: Sam Cross, Maddy Campbell, & Kennedy Hall; tenor saxophones: Kolten Settje, Mara Droppers, Yasmine Miranda; bari saxophone: Emma Sohler; trumpets: Koby Detlefsen, Christian Staples, Jenna Gewock, & Dreyson Puppe; trombones: Preston Rose, Paul Allison, & Walker Stone; rhythm section: Derek Nelson, Craig Karnes, Jolynn Kinkaid, Alyza Leonard & Faith Galvin.
On Monday, March 24th, the LCC Jazz Band received third place along with a third place trophy at the Northeast Jazz Festival on the Northeast Community College Campus. First place went to Stanton Community Schools, second place Osmond Community School and fourth place Pender Public School. There were eight additional schools competing in this category for a total of twelve schools. Sam Cross and Kolten Settje had judge's recommendations as award candidates at the Northeast Jazz Festival. The LCC Jazz Band received a Superior Rating.
On Saturday, March 29th, LCC Band members; Alex Allison, Owen Johnson, Foster Stone, Caden Barnes, Emma Sohler, Mara Droppers, Faith Galvin, Preston Rose, Paul Allison, Derek Nelson, Christian Staples, Sam Cross, performed at the state band festival held in Kearney. The following received special recognition:
Faith Galvin & Derek Nelson (Wind Ensemble)
Christian Staples, Paul Allison, and Mara Droppers (Symphonic Band)
Caden Barnes, Owen Johnson, Alex Allison, and Foster Stone (Junior High Band)
