Curtis Partee – Behavior Support Specialist
Renee White – LPS Transportation Dispatcher
Angie Anderson – Roosevelt Paraprofessional
Andrea Gibson – Bus Driver
Your commitment, care, and impact do not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do to support our students and community
After celebrating our amazing Food Service team during National Nutrition Month, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on Pam Greiffendorf, our Food Service Director at Lakeshore Public Schools!
For over 30 years, Pam has helped lead one of the busiest “restaurants” in town—serving around 2,500 meals every day to our students.
Her favorite part of the job is simple but powerful: knowing every child has had the chance to eat.
We are so grateful for Pam’s dedication, leadership, and the care she brings to our students and community each day.
Be sure to check out photos of Pam and some of her incredible Food Service teammates throughout the past 30 years—you won’t want to miss the memories!
Thank you, Pam, for being a true School Lunch Hero!
Who would have guessed?
In honor of School Principal Day on May 1, we’re taking a walk down memory lane… back to when our incredible Lakeshore Public Schools principals were just youngsters themselves!
From playground dreamers to school leaders, these five familiar faces have grown into the inspiring principals who guide our students, support our staff, and lead our buildings with heart every single day.
• Ben McIntyre – Hollywood Elementary School
• Rachel Kyncl – Roosevelt Elementary
• Jerry Holtgren – LHS
• Carole Fetke – Stewart Elementary
• Allison Arend – LMS
Did they imagine they’d one day be shaping the future of LPS? Maybe… maybe not. But we sure are glad they did!
Join us in celebrating these amazing leaders!
Our staff kept the momentum going by focusing on strength and stability exercises—great work!
Congratulations to our Week #2 winners:
• Cheryl Tomaszewski (Roosevelt)
• Chris Cochran (LHS)
• Jillian Crocket-Hussey (Stewart)
• Jo Schau (LMS)
• Heather Boyle (Roosevelt)
Shoutout to:
Bill Howell (LMS)
Meadow Carr (Stewart)
Juanita Lopez (District)
Christy Erickson (Roosevelt)
Lisa Callahan (Hollywood)
This awesome challenge is sponsored by the RAV Program and LEF—thank you for supporting staff wellness and keeping us moving!
Today we celebrate the incredible people who keep Lakeshore Public Schools running smoothly every single day. From organizing, problem-solving, supporting staff and students, and keeping everything on track—you are truly the heartbeat of our operations.
Meet (and celebrate) the amazing team behind the scenes who make a difference in countless ways. Your dedication, positivity, and hard work do not go unnoticed, and we are so grateful for everything you do!
Please join us in thanking our outstanding administrative professionals for all they contribute to our schools and community!
This episode features Athletic Director Greg Younger, who recaps the winter sports season and gives us a preview of what’s ahead this spring.
Listen now: https://webca.st/276858
It was a fun-filled morning full of laughter, energy, and lots of bright smiles. Great job, Hollywood! We are so proud of our students!
Episode #29 is LIVE!
Join us as Stewart Elementary Principal Carole Fetke dives into Literacy Intervention Time (LIT) and PTO programs, plus shares all the details about the April 22nd Young 5’s & Kindergarten Event!
Don’t miss out – tune in here https://webca.st/276392
Only THREE weeks to go! Don’t miss out!
Parents, mark your calendars for the Young 5’s & Kindergarten Parent Meeting at Lakeshore Public Schools:
Date: April 22
Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
Location: Lakeshore High School Auditorium
This is your chance to learn about our programs, meet our teachers, and prepare your child for an amazing start at Lakeshore.
Register now to secure your spot:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd_0VPaJg5IOh1Fx5TUoeqOdKtcDXgbGyesu8ZLSr-MwaKvXQ/viewform
Lakeshore Public Schools — Grounded in Tradition, Committed to Excellence. We can’t wait to welcome your Little Lancer!
Award-winning Lakeshore Public Schools invites parents to attend our Young 5’s and Kindergarten Parent Meeting on April 22 from 6:00–7:00 PM at the Lakeshore High School Auditorium.
To register, scan the QR code, click the link below, or visit lpslancers.net
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd_0VPaJg5IOh1Fx5TUoeqOdKtcDXgbGyesu8ZLSr-MwaKvXQ/viewform
Lakeshore Public Schools — Grounded in Tradition, Committed to Excellence. We can’t wait to welcome your Little Lancer!
Exciting News for Families! Enrollment for Young 5’s and Kindergarten at Lakeshore Public Schools opens April 22!
If you’re a Lakeshore resident, you can enroll quickly and easily online https://www.lakeshorepublicschools.net/o/lps/page/enrollment-change Considering joining us through School of Choice?
Applications will be open April 22 through May 17.
At Lakeshore Public Schools, we’re proud to be Grounded in Tradition, Committed to Excellence—and we can’t wait to welcome your Little Lancer! Enrollment VIdeo Clip: https://youtube.com/shorts/u617_oxasIA
Hailey Butler - Hollywood Teacher
Tonya Jahnke - LHS Teacher
Kristina Stolk - Roosevelt Paraprofessional
Maria Ingram - Stewart Speech/Language Pathologist
Asher de la Foret – 1st Overall
Sakari Brow – 2nd Overall
4th Grade “Van Gogh Trees” – Best Collaboration Award
Eve Sircher – Best of Hollywood
Congratulations to our talented students! We are so proud of your creativity and hard work.
Lakeshore Public Schools Named a Top 5 United Way Campaign! Each year, United Way of Southwest Michigan and Honor Credit Union recognize the top five school campaigns supporting United Way—and we’re proud to share that Lakeshore Public Schools is among this year’s Top 5!
As part of the recognition, a random donor from each top campaign is selected to receive a $200 Honor Visa Gift Card.
Congratulations to LPS Social Worker Paula Hazzard-Reed, who was selected as the Lakeshore winner! Thank you to everyone at Lakeshore who supports United Way and helps strengthen our community!
Chris Grapis remembers the encouragement of mentor Cindy Huff, who helped him persevere and believe in his potential. Now he loves seeing students experience those same “lightbulb” moments when concepts finally click.
Christina Bauman treasures performing with students at concerts, watching their hard work come together on stage and seeing the pride on their faces after a successful performance.
Matt Pagel values long-term relationships with students, from fifth grade through high school, and one of his favorite memories was celebrating a strong performance with seniors after MCBA prelims—recognizing their dedication and impact on the program.
Band teaches discipline, collaboration, and lifelong appreciation for music. If you’re considering joining, give it a try—music is a journey worth taking.
Happy National Music in Our Schools Month to choir at Lakeshore Middle School and Lakeshore High School! LMS choir teacher Alyson Grumbine treasures final performances and the moments when students’ skills “click,” knowing each performance is unique. High school choir teacher David Gailey values the tradition of “Night of Silence,” where alumni return to sing with current students and reconnect across generations.
Our accompanists help bring music to life. Esther Kraus grew up surrounded by music and was inspired as a child watching a video of Joni Mitchell perform “Big Yellow Taxi,” realizing how music can express emotions words often cannot. Kellie Meyer discovered her love of piano at age eight and cherishes moments when students experience the “aha” feeling of mastering a new concept—memories shaped by her lifelong involvement with the Lakeshore music community.
Choir builds community, creativity, and lifelong memories. This month, we celebrate the teachers, accompanists, and students who make music possible!
At Stewart Elementary School, music teacher Amanda Murbach loves witnessing students’ excitement when they experience music for the first time. A favorite memory was bringing her bass guitar to class so students could explore the instrument—even though it was taller than some of them! Their curiosity and enthusiasm reminded her of the magic of music education.
And at Hollywood Elementary School, music teacher Mikaela McLoughlin treasures the moments when musical concepts “click” and students light up with pride. She remembers the joy of performing at Carnegie Hall, an experience that reinforced the powerful connections music can create.
Elementary music sets the foundation for creativity and expression. Let’s celebrate the teachers and students who begin the journey!
A colorful and nutritious hidden gem, according to Pam Moore, is sweet red or colored peppers. They might look spicy, but they’re sweet, snappy, and perfect when cleaned and cut for easy eating—a vibrant addition to the lunch menu.
For breakfast power fuel, Stacey Hengy loves a Dave’s Killer Everything Bagel topped with egg whites and tomato when she has time. She also swears by adding Everything Bagel seasoning to scrambled eggs—calling it a total game changer for flavor.
Another hidden gem comes from Debbie Murphy. Her breakfast favorite is the yogurt parfait with strawberries and granola, and for lunch she recommends hummus with naan and fresh veggies—“so good” and satisfying.
Debbie also encourages trying Key West Mixed Vegetables as a vegetable challenge. Enjoy them with butter or soy sauce over rice, or as a meatless option on their own. They’re a simple way to add variety and nutrition to the menu.
For quick energy, Debbie relies on her breakfast and lunch favorites as power fuels, and she notes that Uncrustable PBJ sandwiches are a convenient grab-and-go snack when you need something fast. Her go-to flavor hack? Everything Bagel seasoning. It works on vegetables, meats, garlic bread—just about anything savory—and adds bold flavor with ease. Debbie’s philosophy on balance says it all: you can enjoy a treat, just keep portion sizes realistic and moderate.
Thank you for helping us celebrate the dedicated food service teams at Lakeshore Public Schools who work tirelessly to nourish our students and strengthen our community—one meal at a time.
