Freshman Orientation

By: Kristin Jacques

Over 300 freshmen arrived at LHS for Freshman Orientation on Tuesday, August 31. They had the school to themselves because the sophomores, juniors, and seniors were not scheduled to arrive until the following day. After meeting their homeroom teachers, the students assembled in the gymnasium and were welcomed by Lewiston School Committee Chairperson, Peggy Rotundo, as well as school administrators and student leaders. Special assemblies were offered to inform students of available school activities and services. After following an abbreviated Blue Day schedule, the students were treated to a barbecue while members of the LHS band performed in the cafeteria. The orientation ended with an abbreviated White Day schedule.

Opinions from teachers and students were mostly positive regarding Freshman Orientation. Mr. Mancine, math teacher, commented that the group tours were very helpful for introducing students to LHS, and that the barbecue is always good. English/History teacher, Mrs. Gross, said that it was beneficial for the freshmen to be there without the upperclassmen, but suggested that there be more breaks for students in between speakers and activities. Student, Billy Peters, remarked that the worst part of the day was getting lost, but the best part was that the teachers and few seniors who were there were very helpful in showing freshmen where their classes were.