It is my pleasure to extend a welcome to all members of the Laura Secord community.To students who are new to LSS, I extend a particularly warm welcome as you begin a new and exciting chapter in your education. I hope you are looking forward to a successful year, and that you will embrace opportunities to participate in school activities that will provide rich experiences and memories.To our returning Patriots, I hope you have had a rejuvenating summer and are anticipating a challenging and productive year. The start of the school year is a time to reflect on past accomplishments as you refine your goals and plan for growth, achievement, and excellence. Remember that your teachers and other staff members will support you as you pursue your goals.Inside the classroom walls, we have a dedicated group of caring teachers who continuously seek to improve their teaching practices so they may provide you with a rich and varied education.Outside the classroom walls, LSS provides a full slate of extra-curricular activities designed to meet the interests of any student. I encourage – no, I challenge –each Patriot to get involved in extra-curricular activities at school because they immensely enrich your high school experience. Also, they help you develop important skills, and often contribute to your success in academics, as well as in other areas of life.