1. The last day for the Prom Ticket Blitz is today. Tickets are $30 but will go up. Please clear your fees owed prior to purchasing a ticket.
   
   
2. Boys golf will have tryouts on Monday, Feburary 3^rd at 4:00 at Diamondback golf course. You must have a physical to participate. Come ready to play.
   
   
3. Loris Girls' Track practices start Tuesday, Feb. 4th from 3:20-5pm. Dress for outdoor practices.  Be picked up in the student parking lot at 5pm.  All Arbiter Athlete must be completed to attend practices.  See Coach Ellis for more info.
   
   
4. Boys and girls soccer tryouts will be held next week Tuesday, Feb. 4^th-Thursday, Feb. 6^th 4 PM - 5:30 PM.
   
   
5. Winter Spirit Week will be held next week (February 3 - 7)
   • Monday, February 3: G.O.A.T Monday.
     Dress as the Greatest of All Time: athlete, musician, actor, actress, historical figure, etc.
   • Tuesday, February 4: Throwback Tuesday
     Wear your favorite decade or "throwback" attire.
   • Wednesday, February 5: Color Your World Wednesday
     Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors wear neon. Seniors wear black.
   • Thursday, February 6: Twinning Thursday
     Come dressed in the same attire as someone else.
   • Friday, February 7: Fanatic Fan Friday
     Wear as much blue and gold as you can!

Thank you and have a Thrilling Thursday!

1. The Prom Ticket Blitz is today and tomorrow of this week. Tickets are $30 these two days only. Please clear your fees owed prior to purchasing a ticket.
   
   
2. Miss LHS Pageant apps are due to Mrs. Whittington today at 3:15 PM. Late entries will not be accepted.
   
   
3. Upward Bound Tutoring is available this afternoon starting at 3:30 in Ms. McKinnon's Room 230.
   
   
4. Boys golf will have tryouts on Monday, February 3rd at 4:00 at Diamondback golf course. You must have a physical to participate. Come ready to play.
   
   
5. Loris Girls' Track practices start Tuesday, Feb. 4th from 3:20-5 pm. Dress for outdoor practices. Be picked up in the student parking lot at 5 pm. All Arbiter Athlete must be completed to attend practices. See Coach Ellis for more info.
   
   
6. Boys and girls soccer tryouts will be held next week Tuesday, Feb. 4th-Thursday, Feb. 6th from 4 PM - 5:30 PM each day.
   
   
7. Congratulations to the Lady Lions on their 57-7 victory over Aynor. Leading scorers were Corteria Chestnut with 16 points and AriYana Hayes with 15 points.
   
   
8. Congratulations to the varsity boys basketball team for their victory over Aynor.
   
   
9. Congratulations to the following wrestlers on their wins at the dual meet against St. James and Conway last night Landon Gerrald, Gael Gonzalez, Evan Strickland, Chris Gilchrist, Brice Faircloth, and Demonte Wallace.
   
   
10. Winter Spirit Week will be held next week (February 3 - 7)
    • Monday, February 3: G.O.A.T Monday. Dress as the Greatest of All Time: athlete, musician, actor, actress, historical figure, etc.
    • Tuesday, February 4: Throwback Tuesday
      Wear your favorite decade or "throwback" attire.
    • Wednesday, February 5: Color Your World Wednesday
      Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors wear neon. Seniors wear black.
    • Thursday, February 6: Twinning Thursday
      Come dressed in the same attire as someone else.
    • Friday, February 7: Fanatic Fan Friday
      Wear as much blue & gold as you can!

Thank you and have a Wonderful Wednesday!

1. Any 11th-grade students interested in applying for the Technical Scholars Welding Program at Horry Georgetown Tech may come by guidance to sign up so that you can attend the tour of the Welding Program on February 21st.
   
   
2. Miss LHS Pageant applications are currently available to be picked up from Mrs. Whittington in room 701. The deadline for entry is Wednesday, January 29th, 2020 at 3:15 PM. Late entries will not be accepted.
   
   
3. Any freshman, sophomore, or junior girl interested in running for Winter Class Princess needs to see Mrs. Vescovi no later than today to pick up an application. All money raised will be due by Tuesday, February
4. Boys golf will have tryouts on Monday, February 3rd at 4:00 at Diamondback golf course. Must have a physical to participate. Come ready to play.
   
   
5. Students, if you have not turned in books from first semester, please do so asap. Fees will be assessed for not returning books.
   
   
6. Any girls interested in joining the Girls' Track team please see Coach Ellis AS SOON AS POSSIBLE- the signup list is filling up quickly. All PlanetHS forms must be completed.
   
   
7. Girls Soccer tryouts are January 28th, 29th, and 30th from 4 pm - 5:30 pm. Girls must have a physical completed in order to tryout.
   
   
8. Congratulations to the Varsity boys basketball team for their victory over Dillon.
   
   
9. Congratulations to our Lions of the Week…
   
   TaJada Teaste is a freshman point guard for the JV Lady Lions basketball team. She comes off the bench ready to play and contribute to the team. TaJada increases the defense with her length and speed. Last week TaJada also contributed 22 points in the JV win vs Dillon.
   
   Jaleel Chestnut plays varsity basketball for the Loris Lions. Jaleel averaged double figures last week and led the team in 3 point shooting.
   
   Way to go, Lions!
   
   

Thank you and have a Magnificent Monday!

1. Any 11th-grade students interested in applying for the Technical Scholars Welding Program at Horry Georgetown Tech may come by guidance to sign up so that you can attend the tour of the Welding Program on February 21st.
   
   
2. Miss LHS Pageant applications are currently available to be picked up from Mrs. Whittington in room 701. The deadline for entry is Wednesday, January 29th, 2020 at 3:15 PM. Late entries will not be accepted.
   
   
3. Any freshman, sophomore, or junior girl interested in running for Winter Class Princess needs to see Mrs. Vescovi by Monday, January 27 to pick up an application. All money raised will be due by Tuesday, February 4.
   
   
4. Students, if you have not turned in books from first semester, please do so asap. Fees will be assessed for not returning books.
   
   
5. Any girls interested in joining the Girls' Track team please see Coach Ellis AS SOON AS POSSIBLE- the sign-up list is filling up quickly. All PlanetHS forms must be completed.
   
   
6. Girls Soccer tryouts will take place next week… January 28th, 29th and 30th (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) from 4 pm - 5:30 pm. Girls must have a physical completed in order to tryout.
   
   
7. Wrestling has been canceled for today. Regular training will resume on Monday.
   
   
8. Congratulations to our JV Lady Lions on their 32-15 victory over Dillon last night. Leading scorers were TaJada Teaste with 22 points and RaNaija Livingston with 6 points. Thanks to the entire team for doing a great job.

LHS Announcements Dec. 13, 2019

1. Seniors: Yearbook Senior Tribute Ads are on sale. Only a limited number of ad space is reserved. The deadline to purchase one and submit photos is January 6. Please contact Mrs. Tyler to order one.

2. Also for seniors: Please submit a baby picture to be featured in the 2020 yearbook to Mrs. Tyler in room 236.

3. Anyone interested in playing in the Powder Puff Volleyball game should see any current volleyball player or Coach Neff in room 419. The game will be held on Saturday, Dec. 21st at 3 pm. The cost to play is $10. Practice will be held on Tuesday 12/17 at 5:30.

4. Congratulations to our JV Lady Lions on their hard-fought 18-16 win over the NMB Lady Chiefs on Thursday night. Leading scorers were Monica Martin with 8 points and RaNaija Livingston with 6 points.

5. Congratulations to the JV boy’s basketball team for their dominating home victory over rival North Myrtle Beach last night.

6. Students, when attending our basketball games it is expected that you sit on the home side of our gym for our home games and when we travel to an away game you sit on the visitor side of their gym.

7. Don't forget that Monday is Christmas Spirit Day!  Come decked out in red, white, and/or green!

Thank you and have a Fantastic Friday!

LHS Announcements Dec. 9, 2019

1. Seniors: Yearbook Senior Tribute Ads are on sale. Only a limited number of ad space is reserved in the yearbook for Senior Ads. The deadline to purchase a senior ad and submit photos for the ad is January 6. Please contact Mrs. Tyler to order your senior ad.

2. Also for seniors: Please submit a baby picture to be featured in the 2020 yearbook. See Mrs. Tyler in room 236.

3. Softball winter practices begin today after school at 3:45 pm. We will practice Monday-Thursday for the 2 weeks prior to Christmas break, weather permitting. A physical and all online information must be completed in order to participate.

4. Baseball players who are not involved in a winter sport and plan on playing varsity, JV or b team baseball this year will begin practice today at 4:00. Players should report to the high school baseball field and must have a current physical and Arbiter information complete in order to participate.

5. Congratulations to the wrestling team for going 3 and 1 this weekend in the Swamp Fox Duals Tournament with wins over Waccamaw, Goose Creek, and Cross High school. We placed 4th out of 15 teams. Way to go wrestlers!

6. Congratulations to the following athletes for being named Lions of the Week…..First is Landon Gerrald. During the Swamp Fox Duals tournament, he gave up more than 10% of his body weight to every opponent, even though he only had one pin during the tournament, it was this pin that the team needed to move on into the consolation finals.

And next is Corteria Chestnut. Friday night against NMB, she led the team with 15 points, all 3 pts attempts and played excellent defense. She is a natural leader in the classroom and on the court.

Thank you and have a Marvelous Monday!

LHS Announcements Dec. 3, 2019

1. Winter Formal tickets are on sale for $30 until Wed., Dec. 4. This is the last 2 days to purchase tickets. See Mrs. Vescovi to purchase yours.

2. Seniors: Yearbook Senior Tribute Ads are on sale now. Only a limited number of ad space is reserved in the yearbook for Senior Ads. The deadline to purchase a senior ad and submit photos for the ad is January 6. Please contact Mrs. Tyler to order your senior ad.

3. Archers, there is a mandatory practice this Friday at 3:30 in the mini-gym. You must bring your signed permission form if it not already submitted.

4. The Fall Athletic Banquet will be held on December 4 @ 6:00 pm in the Cafeteria. Dressy/casual attire is requested for the event.

5. Softball winter practices begin Monday, December 9 after school at 3:45 pm. We will have practices Monday through Thursday for the 2 weeks before Christmas break, weather permitting.

6. Baseball players who are not involved in a winter sport and plan on playing varsity, JV or b team baseball this year will begin practice on Monday, December 9 at 4:00. Practice schedules for the remainder of winter practice will be given out on that day. Players should report to the high school baseball field and must have a current physical and Arbiter information complete to participate.

For lunch today you’ll have your choice of Beef Nachos or Pizza with a fresh-baked roll.

Your sides will be French fries and pinto beans. We’ll have our delicious fruit plates, turkey chef salads, Grab-n- Go bags. And don’t forget to stop by our snack line for our usual variety of goodies!

Thank you and have a terrific Tuesday!

LHS Announcements Nov. 20, 2019

1. Winter Formal tickets are on sale for $25 this week. Please see Mrs. Vescovi to purchase yours.

2. All juniors are reminded to return your ACT/SAT letter signed by a parent as soon as possible. The deadline for returning letters is Friday, November 22nd. All juniors must complete a form to sign up for the ACT or SAT.

3. Archers: If you have returned your permission form, archery practice will begin this Friday in the mini-gym at 3:30.

4. Seniors: Please stop by Mrs. Tyler's room #236 to choose the senior portrait you prefer to be placed in the yearbook. The deadline to choose your portrait is Tuesday, Nov. 26. If you do not choose a portrait by Nov. 26, the yearbook staff will choose one for you.

5. Students and staff … don't forget to wear your favorite college gear or colors to celebrate college fan day on Friday, November 22. Class competition points will be given.

6. In honor of College Fan Day this Friday, Nov. 22, the Yearbook Staff is sponsoring a College Fan Hat Day. For just $1, students and staff may wear a College Team hat for the day. College Team hats ONLY are approved. See Mrs. Tyler in Room #236 or a Yearbook Staff member at lunch to pay.

7. There will be no Upward Bound tutoring this afternoon.

8. The Fall Athletic Banquet will be held on December 4 @ 6:00 pm in the Cafeteria. Dressy/casual attire is requested for the event.

9. Come out this evening and watch the current and future Loris High Lion basketball teams at the first annual blue and white basketball scrimmage. Admission is free, and the concession stand will be open. The Loris Middle School boys and girls along with the Loris High School boys and girls will play in an inter-squad scrimmage game. The first game begins at 5 p.m.

Thank you and have a Wonderful Wednesday!

LHS Announcements Nov. 19, 2019

1. Winter Formal tickets are on sale for $25 this week. Please see Mrs. Vescovi to purchase yours.

2. All juniors are reminded to return your ACT/SAT letter signed by a parent as soon as possible. The deadline for returning letters is Friday, November 22nd. All juniors must complete a form to sign up for the ACT or SAT.

3. There will be a soccer meeting today at 3:45 today in the community room for any student interested in playing soccer this year.

4. Loris Idol will be held this evening at 6 PM in the auditorium. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Please come out and support the LHS Choral program and enjoy the entertainment from our students!

5. Students and staff ... do not forget to wear your favorite college gear or colors to celebrate college fan day on Friday, November 22. Class competition points will be given.

6. In honor of College Fan Day this Friday, Nov. 22, the Yearbook Staff is sponsoring a College Fan Hat Day. For just $1, students and staff may wear a College Team hat for the day. College Team hats ONLY are approved. See Mrs. Tyler in Room #236 or a Yearbook Staff member at lunch to pay.

7. The Fall Athletic Banquet will be held on December 4 @ 6:00 pm in the Cafeteria. Dressy/casual attire is requested for the event.

8. Come out tomorrow evening and watch the current and future Loris High Lion basketball teams at the first annual blue and white basketball scrimmage. Admission is free, and the concession stand will be open. The Loris Middle School boys and girls along with the Loris High School boys and girls will play in an inter-squad scrimmage game. The first game begins at 5 p.m.

Thank you and have a Terrific Tuesday!

LHS Announcements Nov. 15, 2019

1. Winter Formal tickets are on sale for $20 today. They will go up again on Monday. Please see Mrs. Vescovi to purchase yours.

2. Attention all prospective National Honors Society Induction members: This is a reminder that the application packet, community service documentation, and fee are due to Mrs. Vescovi by Monday, November 18 at 3:30 p.m. No late paperwork will be accepted.

3. All juniors are reminded to return your ACT/SAT letter signed by a parent as soon as possible. The deadline for returning letters is Friday, November 22nd. All juniors must complete a form to sign up for the ACT or SAT.

4. The Fall Athletic Banquet will be held on December 4 @ 6:00 pm in the Cafeteria. Dressy/casual attire is requested for the event.

5. Several local basketball stars have been honored by the South Carolina Basketball Coaches Association. The SCBCA released its annual Elite boys and girls, as well as their pre-season rankings and top seniors. Loris High School is pleased to announce that our very own Will Hemingway has been named on the 3A Boys Top 5 Seniors list! We are so proud!

6. Congratulations to the Loris FFA Soil Judging Team for placing 4th in the state competition on Thursday, November 14th. The competing team consisted of Chloe Holmes, Mason Tyler, and Nathan Todd. Out of all the students competing, Nathan Todd finished first place, the highest individual. They worked hard and dedicated a lot of time to this competition.

7. Loris High School is pleased to announce that we had several students and staff receive awards for the 2019 Horry County Fans’ Choice Awards! First-place winners will be invited to attend the awards ceremony on December 17 at 4:30 p.m.

1st place Quarterback: Gage Conner

3rd place Wide Receiver: Brice Faircloth

1st place Linebacker: Jacob Black

1st place Offensive Lineman: Chandler Graham

2nd place Offensive Lineman: Hunter McGuire

1st place Assistant Coach: Adrian Grady

3rd place Best Cheer Squad

2nd place Best School Spirit

2nd place Mascot

2nd place Band

Thank you and have a Fantastic Friday!

LHS Announcements Nov. 14, 2019

1. Winter Formal tickets are on sale this week for $20. Please see Mrs. Vescovi to purchase yours.

2. Attention all prospective National Honors Society Induction members: This is a reminder that the application packet, community service documentation, and fee are due to Mrs. Vescovi by Monday, November 18 at 3:30 p.m. No late paperwork will be accepted.

3. All juniors are reminded to return your ACT/SAT letter signed by a parent as soon as possible. The deadline for returning letters is Friday, November 22nd. All juniors must complete a form to sign up for the ACT or SAT.

4. The powderpuff game will be held tonight at 6:00 p.m. Admission is $5. This is a softball fundraising event. Chicken bog and hot chocolate will be available to purchase.

5. The Fall Athletic Banquet will be held on December 4 @ 6:00 pm in the Cafeteria. Dressy/casual attire is requested for the event.

Thank you and have a Thankful Thursday!

LHS Announcements Nov. 13, 2019

1. Winter Formal tickets are on sale this week for $20. Please see Mrs. Vescovi to purchase yours.

2. Attention all prospective National Honors Society Induction members: This is a reminder that the application packet, community service documentation, and fee are due to Mrs. Vescovi by Monday, November 18 at 3:30 p.m. No late paperwork will be accepted.

3. The powderpuff game will be held tomorrow at 6:00 p.m. Admission is $5. This is a softball fundraising event. Chicken bog and hot chocolate will be available to purchase.

4. The Fall Athletic Banquet will be held on December 4 @ 6:00 pm in the Cafeteria. Dressy/casual attire is requested for the event.

5. Yearbook 2020 personalization is now available. Students may add names, monograms, or icons to their yearbook cover. Please see Mrs. Tyler to order!

Thank you and have a Wonderful Wednesday!

LHS Announcements Nov. 12, 2019

1. Winter Formal tickets are on sale this week for $20. Please see Mrs. Vescovi to purchase yours.

2. The powderpuff game will be held next Thursday, November 14th at 6:00 p.m. Students that are interested in playing or cheering need to sign up with Mrs. Cox in room 229 no later than today. The cost to play or cheer is $20.

3. Yearbook 2020 personalization is now available. Students may add names, monograms, or icons to their yearbook cover. Please see Mrs. Tyler to order!

Thank you and have a Terrific Tuesday!

LHS Announcements Nov. 7, 2019

1. Winter Formal tickets are on sale this week for $15. Please see Mrs. Vescovi to purchase yours before they go up again.

2. This is the LAST week to sign up to be in the Talent Show on November 19th at 6 PM. See Mrs. Whittington for an application and to audition!

3. The powderpuff game will be held next Thursday, November 14th at 6:00 p.m. Students that are interested in playing or cheering need to sign up with Mrs. Cox in room 229 no later than today. The cost to play or cheer is $20.

4. The National Art Honors Society will hold an official meeting this afternoon. Club fees are also due at the meeting. See Mrs. Mendiola if you have any questions.

5. Yearbook 2020 personalization is now available. Students may add names, monograms, or icons to their yearbook cover. Please see Mrs. Tyler to order!

Thank you and have a Thrilling Thursday!

LHS Announcements Nov. 5, 2019

1. Winter Formal tickets are on sale this week for $15. Please see Mrs. Vescovi to purchase yours.

2. Student Council will meet at 7:45 a.m on Wednesday, November 6 in Mrs. Vescovi's room. This is an important meeting to discuss upcoming events. Please arrive on time to avoid getting demerits.

3. Underclassman picture MAKE-UP day is tomorrow during 1st block. This is the last day to take pictures to be included in the 2020 yearbook. This is a pre-pay program so please bring picture money on Wednesday if you would like to purchase pictures.

4. This is the LAST week to sign up to be in the Talent Show on November 19th at 6 PM. See Mrs. Whittington for an application and to audition!

5. The powderpuff game will be Thursday, November 14th at 6:00 p.m. Students that are interested in playing or cheering need to sign up with Mrs. Cox in room 229 by Thursday, November 7th. The cost to play or cheer is $20. Students who previously paid to play or cheer are already signed up to participate. If you have any questions, see Mrs. Cox.

6. The National Art Honors Society will hold an official meeting on Thursday, Nov. 7th. Club dues are also due on this day. See Mrs. Mendiola if you have any questions.

7. Yearbook 2020 personalization is now available. Students may add names, monograms, or icons to their yearbook cover. Please see Mrs. Tyler to order!

8. JV and Varsity girls basketball will begin tryouts today - Wednesday from 4:30-6:30 pm @ LHS. It's extremely important to have all physical information completed.

9. Boys Basketball tryouts will be Nov 4th - 7th. You must have a valid physical and arbiter athlete completed to participate.

Thank you and have a Terrific Tuesday!