WELCOME TO LONG BEACH HIGH SCHOOL
Justin Sutton , Principal
Mrs. Rebeccah Ladner, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Lindsey Todd, Assistant Principal
Long Beach High School 300 East Old Pass Road Long Beach, MS 39560 Phone: (228)863-6945 Fax: (228) 864-8961
LBHS Seniors Grace Lefort, Justin Mares, and Aubrey Pingul Named National Merit Scholarship Finalists
The National Merit Scholarship Program which began in 1955 is an annual academic competition for scholarships. The program is conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®), a not-for-profit organization that operates without government assistance.
From a beginning pool of 50,000 students, some 16,000 of them are named Semifinalists. Students who qualify as Semifinalists then have an opportunity to advance to the Finalist level and compete for National Merit Scholarships. About 6,870 of the outstanding Finalists will be chosen as Merit Scholarship® winners in the 2025 competition.
"I am incredibly proud to congratulate our three outstanding students from Long Beach High School on being named National Merit Finalists,” said LBSD Superintendent Dr. Talia Lock.
“This prestigious recognition is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and academic excellence. Their achievements not only reflect their individual talents but also the supportive environment fostered by our dedicated teachers and staff. We celebrate their success and look forward to seeing the remarkable contributions they will continue to make in the future."
Grace Lefort is the daughter of Brooke and Greg Lefort. After high school, she plans to attend a four-year university in California to earn her BFA in Musical Theatre. Grace’s long-term plans are to work in the theatre industry as an actor or technician.
Justin Mares is the son of Jeremy and Christina Mares. After high school, he hopes to attend Tulane University to obtain his undergraduate degree before attending medical school. Justin’s long-term goals are to complete medical school and work in his fields of interest, surgery and cardiology.
Aubrey Pingul is the daughter of Kevin and Emily Pingul. After high school, she plans to attend Mississippi State University to obtain a bachelor’s degree in computer science. Her long-term goal is to be able to look back on her life and experiences and be proud of what she has done and where she has gone.
PSAT 8/9 Test
The PSAT 8/9 is designed to be taken in ninth grade. Its structure, sections, and timing are the same as the PSAT 10, PSAT/NMSQT and SAT. The Reading and Writing and Math sections measure the knowledge and skills your child is learning in school. PSAT 8/9 is used to determine participation in our LBHS PSAT class. The deadline to sign up with Mrs. Peleaz is Friday, January 31. The cost of the test is $14. The test is 3/20/2025.
Bearcat Cheerleaders make history
LBHS Cheerleaders make Bearcat history! 5th in the nation Thank you for all of the love and support. This has been the most incredible journey!
Combined Choir Live Links
Website: www.fbclb.com or direct link: https://first-baptist--church.subspla.sh/fctwks8
Six Long Beach High School Seniors Named Presidential Scholarship Candidates
Long Beach, MS – Long Beach High School (LBHS) is proud to announce that six (6) LBHS seniors have been named Presidential Scholar Candidates. This number puts LBHS at the top on the Coast with only one other public high school in the state beating Long Beach with a total of seven (7) candidates.
LBHS Seniors Jose “Tony” Garcia, Abigail Glass, Alexis Griffith, Grace Lefort, Colton Muraco, and Marlie Rath have all been named to the 2025 Class of Presidential Scholarship Candidates.
The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964, by executive order of the President, to recognize and honor some of our nation's most distinguished graduating high school seniors. Each year, up to 161 students are named as Presidential Scholars, one of the nation's highest honors for high school students. The Scholars represent excellence in education and the promise of greatness in young people. In honoring the U.S. Presidential Scholars, the President of the United States symbolically honors all graduating high school seniors of high potential.
Application for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program is by invitation only. Students may not apply individually to the program, nor may their schools nominate them. Their invitations to this program are based on scoring exceptionally well on either the SAT or the ACT and being nominated by their Chief State School Officer (CSSO) or nominated by one of our partner recognition organizations based on outstanding scholarship.
The Long Beach School District extends heartfelt Congratulations to our six seniors for earning this prestigious recognition.
“I am thrilled to extend my heartfelt congratulations to each of these students on being named Presidential Scholarship candidates,” said LBSD Superintendent Dr. Talia Lock.
“This prestigious recognition is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and exceptional academic achievements. They have demonstrated remarkable perseverance and a commitment to excellence that sets them apart. I hope as they continue on this exciting journey, they remember this honor is just the beginning and embrace the opportunities ahead with the same passion and determination that brought them here. They are wonderful examples of what makes Long Beach School District a System of Excellence.”