OLD LYME — The Lyme-Old Lyme Schools is pleased to announce that Allison Hine has been named principal of Lyme Consolidated School and will begin her position July 1, 2022. Hine, a resident of Old Lyme, is currently the principal of Brownstone Intermediate School in Portland, Conn. She replaces Jim Cavalieri, who is retiring after 44 years in education, 20 of those as … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Name Allison Hine as New Principal of Lyme School
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Lyme-Old Lyme MS Principal Ambruso Named CT Middle School Principal of the Year
OLD LYME — Mark Ambruso, principal of Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School, has been named the 2022 Connecticut Middle School Principal of the Year. Nominated by numerous colleagues, Ambruso is known for his leadership and authenticity. He is credited for fostering a positive, safe and fun middle school environment for all students. “Mark develops strong relationships with every … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme MS Principal Ambruso Named CT Middle School Principal of the Year
Gillette Castle Sign Honoring William Gillette Restored by Lyme-Old Lyme HS Alumna Schillawski
EAST HADDAM, Conn. – Several years of planning by supporters of Gillette Castle State Park — in combination with a young woman’s talents — have restored a much-missed piece of park nostalgia. It is a tall wooden post sporting a large sign paying homage to actor William Gillette, who is shown in silhouette in a deerstalker cap, the emblem of his most famous theatrical role — … [Read more...] about Gillette Castle Sign Honoring William Gillette Restored by Lyme-Old Lyme HS Alumna Schillawski
Lyme-Old Lyme Students Present Findings from Community Survey at Forum
LYME/OLD LYME -- On March 29, results from the 2021 Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB)/Lyme-Old Lyme Prevention Coalition (LOLPC) Youth Survey were discussed at a Community Forum at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School. This survey was conducted in December 2021 with 662 students in 6th through 12th grade reporting on behaviors and trends related to alcohol, marijuana, vaping, other … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Students Present Findings from Community Survey at Forum
Lyme-Old Lyme High School, Middle School Announce Q2 Honor Rolls
Lyme-Old Lyme High School Quarter 2 Honor Roll 2021-22 HIGH HONORS Grade 12: Emily Almada, John Almy, Grace Arnold, Hannah Britt, John Caulkins, Ryan Clark, John Conley, Brody Cooke, Lauren Creagan, Elias D'Onofrio, Elise DeBernardo, Elizabeth Duddy, Eleanor Dushin, Aiden Goiangos, Meyer Goldberg, Shawn Grenier, Liam Grethel, Nicolette Hallahan, Austin Halsey, Jackson … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme High School, Middle School Announce Q2 Honor Rolls
Neviaser Announces Masks No Longer Required on Lyme-Old Lyme School Buses
LYME/OLD LYME -- Following on from his decision announced Thursday, Feb. 17, that masks will no longer required in Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools from Feb. 28 onward, LOL Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser has now decided that masks will no longer be mandatory on school buses. He had previously said masks would continue to be required on school buses since, "that is governed … [Read more...] about Neviaser Announces Masks No Longer Required on Lyme-Old Lyme School Buses
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Win Major Awards at 2022 CT Scholastic Art Contest
OLD LYME -- Six students from the Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) Art Department were recognized at this year’s prestigious Connecticut Scholastic Art Awards. The contest celebrates the work of talented young artists in the state in grades 7 through 12. Student artwork is juried by professional artists and university art faculty and selected on merit for inclusion in a … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Win Major Awards at 2022 CT Scholastic Art Contest
Mask Mandate for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Lifted From Feb. 28, But Masks Still Recommended; “Individual’s Decisions” Must be Respected (Neviaser)
OLD LYME -- Subsequent to Gov. Lamont's decision to end the statewide mask mandate in schools on Feb. 28, and delegate masking decisions to local authorities, Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser has announced that masks would no longer be required in LOL Schools from Feb. 28 onward, although they would still be recommended. He communicated this decision to the … [Read more...] about Mask Mandate for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Lifted From Feb. 28, But Masks Still Recommended; “Individual’s Decisions” Must be Respected (Neviaser)
Death Announced of Jennie A. Rubera; Beloved Teacher in Old Lyme Schools for 37 Years
OLD LYME -- Jennie A. Rubera, of Old Lyme, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at her residence on February 12, 2022. She was born in Waterbury, the daughter of Angelo and Rose Petraroia and was the wife of the late Joseph A. Rubera. Mrs. Rubera lived a life of serving others as a nurse and business owner before embarking on a 37-year career as a teacher in … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Jennie A. Rubera; Beloved Teacher in Old Lyme Schools for 37 Years
Gov. Lamont Ends Statewide Mask Mandate, Feb. 28, Delegates Future Policy to Local Authorities; LOL Schools Deciding Next Steps
LYME/OLD LYME -- After Gov. Lamont directed that he was gong to lift the statewide mask mandate and transfer decisions regarding masking to local municipalities, Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser sent out the following letter yesterday (Feb. 10) to the LOL school community indicating no decision has yet been taken on mask-wearing in schools after Feb. … [Read more...] about Gov. Lamont Ends Statewide Mask Mandate, Feb. 28, Delegates Future Policy to Local Authorities; LOL Schools Deciding Next Steps
Lyme-Old Lyme Preschool Peer Visits Offered; Register Now for a March 11 Visit
LYME/OLD LYME -- The Lyme-Old Lyme Preschool is a tuition free program designed for identified special education students and selected peers. This program serves preschool age children in the communities of Lyme and Old Lyme. If you are interested in having your three-year-old child participate in the Lyme-Old Lyme Special Needs Preschool as a peer during the 2022-2023 … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Preschool Peer Visits Offered; Register Now for a March 11 Visit
Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation Announces Scholarships to Lyme-Old Lyme Music Students
LYME-OLD LYME -- UPDATED 2/3/22 with revised information sent by the Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation: The Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation Board of Trustees has announced its awards for private study music scholarships for 2020-21 to students from Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) High School and LOL Middle School. Award recipients from LOL High School are: Ava Gilbert Gr 9 Flute Andrew … [Read more...] about Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation Announces Scholarships to Lyme-Old Lyme Music Students
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Host ‘Invention Convention’ for Grades 5, 7
OLD LYME -- Inventors from Grade 5 (20 inventors) and Grade 7 (14 Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School inventors) participated in the District-Wide Invention Convention last Thursday, Jan. 29, when their inventions were displayed at Old Lyme's Memorial Town Hall. Inventors learned about the engineering and design process, created display boards and gave speeches to pitch their … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Host ‘Invention Convention’ for Grades 5, 7
Letter to the Editor: Lyme-Old Lyme Prevention Coalition Responds to Hartford Fentanyl Tragedy, Encourages Community Approach to Substance Abuse Issues Locally
To the Editor: An Open Letter to the Lyme-Old Lyme Community I’m sure many of you have heard the tragic news about two recent drug exposure incidents in two Connecticut middle schools. Tragically, a young 13-year-old boy died after being exposed to fentanyl at his middle school in Hartford. The following day, five students were hospitalized after ingesting THC … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Lyme-Old Lyme Prevention Coalition Responds to Hartford Fentanyl Tragedy, Encourages Community Approach to Substance Abuse Issues Locally
COVID-19 Cases in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools, Aug. 26 Through Dec. 23, 2021
LYME/OLD LYME -- Under new state protocols for schools starting Jan. 1, 2022, Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools are no longer required to carry out contact tracing. Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser said in a Jan. 4 email to the school community, however, that he, "... will continue to notify the school community of any positive cases of COVID-19 that impact the … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Cases in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools, Aug. 26 Through Dec. 23, 2021