Dear LPS families,

What a fun night last night watching our Varsity Boys win their district semi-final basketball game! We are so proud of the boys and their hard work, and so thankful for their coaches and their expertise and support for our players. And… our crowd was huge! 

Don’t forget to join that Comet Crowd for our upcoming games:

Friday, February 28, 7 pm @ Suttons Bay: Boys Basketball District Finals game

Wednesday, March 5, 7 pm @ Frankfort: Girls Basketball District Semi-Finals game

In other news, I often hear parents ask about how they can communicate plan changes with their students during the school day. Today I want to make sure you know about our office procedures for end-of-day changes.

When a student has a change to their regular plan, parents can call the office to let us know. We then fill out a bright yellow pass for that student that lets them and their teacher know about the change. This yellow pass also allow students to travel on a bus, and is the only note that bus drivers will accept in order to transport a student. 

Check out the example note below, and don’t hesitate to reach out to the office (231) 256-9857 if your student needs to get a message from you during the day. 

As usual, please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions: sfehrenbach@lelandschool.com or (231) 256-3802. 

Shelagh Fehrenbach, K-12 Principal

sfehrenbach@lelandschool.com

Boys Win 🏀🔥 The Comets just secured back-to-back playoff wins against Frankfort and St. Mary, and the student section showed UP! Huge shoutout to everyone bringing the energy—let’s keep it rolling! Show up to support at the District Finals game tomorrow Friday, February 28, 7 pm @ Suttons Bay

Photo Credit: Kya Joy Photography & Eryn Sluiter

Leland Teams Slay in Academic World Quest Competition Two Leland teams competed at the Academic World Quest regional competition in Traverse City today:

• The Legislayers (Natalie Burpee, Eliza Aldridge, Molly Rousseau, Ingrid Paciorka, alternate Leni Witt)

• The Powerhouse Princesses (Ellen Schwaiger, Hazel Danziger, Luella Mezio, Viki Worth).

The Legislayers earned second place! - Mr. Fedderman

Adalee Wins Silver at FCCLA Competition (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America)  

"I won silver for professional presentation. My project was about the importance of music and theater in schools and how they help with a child’s development (language skills, emotional intelligence, brain development, and physical development). I also talked about how budget cuts have affected these programs, as they are usually the first to be cut when money gets tight. I advocated for the music and theater programs as well." - Adalee

Girls Basketball Senior Night Congratulations and thank you to our amazing seniors. Show up to support the girls in their first playoff game Wednesday, March 5, 7 pm @ Frankfort

Photo Credit: Mrs. Miller

Carmella Valentine and her family are dedicated to getting outdoors and being active!

Leland Gliders Final Ski in Leland The Leland Gliders skied on the Leland golf course Monday, February 24. They had choice of participating in a 2.5 mile pursuit challenge or free skiing. After 6 practices of cross country skiing skills, they were able to show their prowess. The top finishers in the Pursuit Challenge were 1) Natalie Burpee, 2) Elsa Preneta, and 3) Yae Otani. Congratulations!!!

Thank you Volunteers: Curtis Kelenske, Dan Young, Meagan Simpson, Leslie Maclin, Margaret Sloan, Molly Steck, Brian Clark, Jeff Bauer, Jason and Becky Hill, and Zane Schwaiger. 

-Coach Kirt

Model UN AP Human Geography students shined in their Model UN project, bringing global issues to life through collaboration, debate, and diplomacy. A great example of active learning in action!

LPS Mentors "Carmella having a fun day with Miss Kate!" - Ms. Bardenhagen

We are so grateful for the positive relationships staff and students are able to build at our little K-12 school!

Future Varsity Bay Rep in the making! 🏒✨ Leland 4th grader Asher Hebert had the incredible opportunity to be an Honorary Captain for the Varsity Bay Reps last Thursday night. His love for hockey runs deep, and one day, he hopes to wear the jersey for real! We’re proud to see Asher representing the Leland Comets so well in the district league and the Bay Reps community!

Middle School Ski Trip Middle schoolers hit the slopes for a day of fun and adventure on the annual ski trip! A great way to enjoy the winter weather and build lasting memories together.

Building Bridges Jazz Group Building Bridges came to perform for grades 3-5th Friday. They are are jazz group from Traverse City and Detroit with a goal to teach students about Jazz, open mindedness and respect!! - Mrs. Newman

Important Dates

Monday, March 3rd- Monthly PTO Meeting, 6pm HS Library

Monday, March 24th - Friday March 28th - No School, Spring Break

Monday, April 7th - Monthly PTO Meeting, 6pm HS Library

Wenesday, April 16th - No School, Teacher PD

Monday, May 5th- Monthly PTO Meeting, 6pm HS Library, Annual Elections Meeting

Wednesday, May 7th - Half Day for Students/Teacher PD

Monday, May 26th - No School, Memorial Day

Wednesday, June 11th - Approximate Last Day of School

Join Us for the Next PTO Meeting!

We’d love to have you at our next PTO meeting on March 3rd at 6:00 PM in the High

School Library. You don’t need to be a PTO member to attend—everyone is welcome!

Come with a topic you’d like to discuss, or simply join us to listen. We look forward to

seeing you there!

Click Here to Apply Today

It is important for ALL families to fill out the free and reduced lunch forms to ensure LPS receives accurate funding.

Click here, https://leland.familyportal.cloud/ then click "apply for benefits" to complete.

If you have any questions please reach out to Hanna Schaub hschaub@lelandschool.com

Leland Gliders Fundraiser Leland Glider Fleece Scarves are for sale as a fundraiser for the ski club. They are $20 each. Mrs. Klein loves how it keeps her neck warm at outdoor recess time. Our club has had a wonderful winter and we want to sustain this program by offering skis to students as a very reasonable cost. Contact Karen Kirt at: kkirt@lelandschool.com to purchase your scarf today! 

Save the Date for the LPS Summer Program!

Click Here to see the full LPS Sports Schedule

Leelanau Rotary is currently looking for families that would like to host:

August, 2025 - January 2026: male highschool student from Brazil

Students will be attending Leland Public School. Hosts will need a spare bedroom available in their home.

Families Interested in hosting should reach out to LPS contact - Matt Peschel or SBLC Rotary Contact - Wayne Wunderlich

Walkathon Fundraiser for Guatemala Trip

Description: This fundraiser is being organized to support a group of students from Leland Public School who are raising funds for a cultural and educational trip to Guatemala through the LPS World Learning Club. The goal of this walkathon is to walk the 6,000,000 steps it takes to get from Leland, MI to Guatemala City, Guatemala! As of today there are 39 days left until departure, and we’re challenging our students to walk as many steps as possible in that time.

How it Works:

• Participants will track the number of steps they walk each day over the next 39 days.

• Donors will pledge a certain amount per step or per mile walked.

• Funds raised will go towards the students' travel expenses, educational activities, and community outreach in Guatemala.

We’re aiming to collectively walk 6,000,000 steps to Guatemala City, and with your support, we can reach our goal while helping the students fund their trip. Thank you for your contribution!

Glen Lake Schools Tennis Opportunity

"Any girl who wants to learn the sport is welcome to join the team. So far we have roughly 9 matches scheduled this spring. It should be a lot of fun! The first practice would start March 10.  Please let me know if you have any questions."

- Erin Mitchell 

Text: (630) 853-9183

Erinnateanna@gmail.com

Career & Majors Fair 2025

NMC's Career & Majors Fair 2025 will be held on March 6, 2025, at The Park Place Hotel in partnership with Northwest Michigan Works and Networks Northwest.

The event is free and open to the public.

March 6, 2025

Park Place Hotel & Conference Center, downtown Traverse City
1–6 p.m.

NMC’s annual Career Fair is expanding! For the first time we’ll be offering the NMC Career & Majors Fair where employers will sit side-by-side with faculty from our academic majors to showcase how NMC pathways can lead to employment opportunities in our region. This year’s fair, as in the past, aims to attract current NMC students and community members looking for careers, as well as prospective NMC students and those still deciding on their career path.

Mardi Gras Party featuring the Backroom Gang

Friday, Feb. 28

7 to 9 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30)

$30 OAB Members | $35 Non-Members

Just in time for Mardi Gras, the OAB welcomes The Backroom Gang on Friday, Feb. 28, for a night of New Orleans-style jazz. Attendees will enjoyBig Easy’ bites from Fiddleheads in Lake Leelanau, dancing and a cash bar. oldartbuilding.com/events/mardi-gras-with-the-backroom-gang

Drinks, Drama & Dessert

Sunday, March 9, 6 p.m.

$35 OAB Members | $40 Non-Members

On Sunday, March 9, the OAB presents three short plays based on three Edward Hopper paintings. Drinks, Drama & Dessert will kick off with social time, followed by the three dramatic works, concluding with dessert. One drink, coffee, and dessert included with ticket price.oldartbuilding.com/events/drinks-drama-dessert-an-evening-of-theatre