In April, the Lawrence Central Class of 1971 will gather to celebrate 50 years since they walked the halls at Lawrence Central High School. Fifty years of loves and losses, raising families, and careers, and yet, those high school memories are still so vivid. While classmates may have lost touch due to time and distance, they are forever linked by sharing those formative years at Lawrence Central. 

To say thank you and give back to LC (and the MSD of Lawrence Township), the class decided to raise the funds necessary to give a meaningful and lasting gift. They have commissioned an LC historical timeline to be installed when the renovations are complete. They have already raised over $14,000 toward the goal of $19,710.

 

Reunion planning committee member, Ace Yakey, shared, “We wanted to do something that has lasting value to commemorate our time at Lawrence Central. We hope we can serve as an example to other classes.”

Dust off your party clothes and hop in your car because the game of LIFE is on! Let’s move 2 spaces forward and bring our community to LIFE at the LTSF Celebration on Friday, March 11, 2022! It’s a winning combo of food, drinks, music, and fun, while we FUND-raise for LT students! There will be so many choices as you journey around Crane Bay. Will you land on a silent auction item? Will you win the game of chance? 

Do you know a Lawrence Central or Lawrence North senior pursuing higher education who could use some money to ease the financial burden of college? Last year, $46,367 was awarded in scholarships! Don't let someone you know miss the opportunity to apply. Seniors can view and apply for scholarships, now until February 7, 2022. 

Brad Betts, Lawrence North Class of 2010, will appear in the Wheelchair Bodybuilding Arnold Classic for the fourth time this year. He's also the youngest wheelchair bodybuilder pro and the youngest pro to win a show. After becoming paralyzed when he turned 17, he turned to his love for competition. Brad shared, "It's bigger than bodybuilding. A lot of this is also to help other people," he said. "I love letting other people know they can do anything they want. They just have to do it a little bit differently. Don't let anybody hold you back." Learn more.

Deon Casey, Lawrence North Class of 2010, is the star of the show "Sonnie" that will be featured on the streaming service Peacock. The director and producer of "Sonnie" is Deon's friend, Sam Mirpoorian, Lawrence Central Class of 2011. It's a simple story, and it's resonating, playing in 40 festivals nationwide, winning three regional Emmys and now featured on NBCLX. Learn more.

Congratulations to Taylor Williams, Lawrence North Class of 2015, on starting a new role with the IU Health Foundation as a Digital Communications Analyst working in philanthropy communications. Taylor previously served as the Development Associate for the Lawrence Township School Foundation.

Congratulations to Kyle Guy, Lawrence Central Class of 2016, on signing a two-way contract with the Miami Heat! Kyle, who was originally signed to a 10-day contract by the Heat on December 30 and re-signed to a second 10-day on January 10, has appeared in six games with Miami averaging 8.2 points, 2.3 assists, 1.3 rebounds, and 17.1 minutes while shooting 51.4 percent from the field, 45 percent from three-point range, and 80 percent from the foul line. Learn more.

Congratulations to Joe Murphy, Lawrence North Class of 2014, on being hired as the Lawrence North head boys’ cross-country coach. Joe had been an assistant XC and track coach at Lawrence North for the last two years. In addition to coaching cross-country, Coach Murphy has spent the last 2.5 years working for the City of Lawrence in a full-time capacity. He currently serves as Deputy Chief of Staff for Mayor Steve Collier. In his free time, Coach Murphy enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, cheering for his favorite sports team, and travel. Learn more.

Lawrence Central Class of 1971

April 9, 2022

 

Lawrence Central Class of 2002

Planning in Process - You can get involved by contacting the planning committee and joining the Facebook group.

 

Lawrence Central Class of 2012

If anyone has any information or is interested in starting plans for a reunion, please contact:

Nyreeja Cox.

 

If you would like to add your reunion to the Alumni eNewsletter or the Alumni page of the Foundation's website, please email Nancy Liss. The reunions listed are ones that have either been shared or ones found online. To view further reunion information, visit the link below.

Volleyball - Lawrence North

Football - Lawrence North

Boys Tennis - Lawrence North

Girls Soccer - Lawrence Central

Boys Soccer - Lawrence Central

Girls Golf - Lawrence Central

Boys Basketball - Lawrence Central

Girls Basketball - Lawrence Central

Girls Swimming & Diving - Lawrence North

Boys Swimming & Diving - Lawrence North

Wrestling - Lawrence North

Girls Tennis - April 15 @ LC

Softball - May 3 @ LN

Baseball - May 3 @ LC

Did you know that you can support your favorite organization by shopping with AmazonSmile? Simply select M S D of Lawrence Township Foundation Inc. It's the same Amazon you know and love; It just smiles back at us when you shop!

Shop at Kroger? Register your Plus Card online and enter the NPO number WE867. When you shop, swipe your card, or enter the phone number associated with your card. A percentage of your purchases will be donated to LTSF.

Have news you'd like to share? Email Nancy Liss, LTSF Programs Coordinator, to be featured in future publications!

 

The future of the Lawrence Township School Foundation depends on alumni support. Make a gift today so generations can follow in your footsteps as Lawrence Township Alumni.