#1StudentNWI: A Spectacular Start to Spring at Lowell High School

#1StudentNWI: A Spectacular Start to Spring at Lowell High School

What’s Going On?
Following February's snowstorms, March has proved to be a pleasant change with showers and sun. As the weather continues to improve, so do the accomplishments of students and staff at Lowell High School.

The boy’s basketball sectional championship game took place on March 5th against East Chicago Central. The boys played an excellent game, showcasing their talent and hard work. Though they lost 53 to 71, they provided Lowell with one of its best seasons in years. The team’s performances throughout the year have given students, administrators, and many others in the community a great outlet to show their support for the effort and dedication of our players.

Academic teams have also been providing students with exciting ways to spend their time. On March 4th, they hosted their annual trivia open to both adults and kids in the community. Categories included Iconic Facial Hair, Dystopian Literature, Comic Book Cinema, and many more.

Academic teams also hosted their 12th annual dodgeball tournament on the 19th following their 1st place victory at River Forest. Students and teachers from all over the area signed up for friendly competition with their peers. Many who did not play, still came to show their support for their favorite teams. The Saint Baldrick's foundation was also at the event, allowing students to have a fun night with their friends and support an amazing cause.

On the same day, the second annual Easter Extravaganza was held. Children from the community were invited to take attend and celebrate Easter with treats and even an appearance from the Easter Bunny.

Lowell’s fine arts have also been working hard to showcase their talents.

The spring musical, Big Fish, directed by former Lowell High School student Mallory Swisher, premiered March 12th. Work on the production began in January and students in both cast and crew have been hard at work since January. The show starred juniors Jacob Modjeski and Andrew Kirin, sophomore Brooke Schrombeck, and freshman Chloe Wilson. It told the tale of living life to the fullest with aspects of forgiveness and love throughout.

What’s Coming Up?
March is disability awareness month and students at Lowell have been doing their best to make a difference. The special needs carnival was held on March 5th and encouraged children with special needs and their families to come out and have fun with various games, food, and prizes. Four days after, the third annual special needs basketball game was held in the main gym of Lowell High School.

The much-anticipated game was played against West Lake and drew an amazing crowd. The game centered around the famous Dr. Seuss quote, “Why fit in when you were born to stand out?"

As always, students flocked to the stands to support their peers donning neon to encourage the removal of the R word. Along with these events, the school hosted a penny wars to raise money for the special needs prom. The prom will be held this spring and is sure to be an event enjoyed by all.

Lowell’s track teams have also been drawing plenty of well-deserved attention. Boys and girls have been conditioning for months before the season to ensure they will perform their best. Though the season is still young, they have already broken records. On March 26th, they will be attending indoor state in Indianapolis with their three qualifying teams. The girls distance medley relay team has qualified along with the first time qualifying girls four by eight team, and the boys four by four team qualifying for the second year in a row. No matter what their final scores will be on the 26th, they are sure to impress for both indoor state and the outdoor season.

Student Shoutout: Nathan Wornhoff
One of the top students in his class, a participant of the academic decathlon, spell bowl, academic super bowl, and national merit semi-finalist, senior Nathan Wornhoff has received yet another achievement to add to his already impressive resume.

He has recently been named one of Indiana’s Academic All-Stars. Only 40 students in the are chosen out of the 200+ applicant pool. Selection depends on grade point average, SAT and ACT scores, academic courses, academic achievement, extracurricular activities, and community involvement.

This achievement has not been achieved by another student at Lowell High School since 2014. Nathan, along with the other winners, will attend a banquet in Indianapolis next month to celebrate this achievement. Such an achievement has a very good chance of positively impacting his future. It could increase chances for college and scholarship selection and acceptance.

Nathan has continuously represented the best of Lowell High School in every endeavor he pursues. His work and achievement at Lowell has not gone unnoticed and is sure to continue to be as influential and inspiring in his future.