Dear Penguin Family,

Great swimming on Saturday! LPAC defeated the Oaktree Sharks with a score of 106.8 to 99.6. Way to Go Penguins! LPAC is now 4-0 in dual meets so far! It is our greatest hope that your swimmer had a fun time at the Cardboard Boat Races and Overnighter. 

LPAC@ SILVER CREEK: SATURDAY, JUNE 29

• If your child will have to miss all or part of the meet against Silver Creek or Champs, please send an email to coaches@swimlpac.org and  volunteers@swimlpac.org TODAY! This is so important.
• The swimmers that we know will be missing all or part of the Silver Creek meet are: Gabriela C., Ethan H., Wesley H., Ben H., Rachel H., Maleah K., Micah K., Gus M., Cruz M-S., Kalila N., Sophie N., Joseph O., Cameron P., Lucas P., Serena P., Theo P., Adelina R., Olivia S., & Viola S.
• Check in time for the Silver Creek meet will be at 7:00 am. 

CHAMPS: JULY 13, 2024

• The coaches need to prepare the Champs meet entries ahead of time. It is very important that they know if your swimmer will be missing part or all of Champs. Champs is an all day event usually lasting from 6:30 am to 4:30 pm or so. Be prepared to spend the day with your Penguin family!
• So far, the swimmers that we know will be missing all or part ofChamps will be: Maleah K., Micah K., Gus M., Cruz M-S., Adelina R., & Liam R. 
• Thank you to the families that let the Coaches know well in advance that their swimmers will miss all or part of the meets. It makes planning for the meets much easier. If you know you or your swimmer will be missing all or parts of meets please let us know in advance, if possible.

SPLASH & DASH PLEDGES DUE BY JULY 5TH

In 2024, we had 102 out of 147 Swimmers participate amongst all of the practice age groups. These 102 swimmers swan a total of 7,740 laps. Now that is what we call Penguin Power! We are Penguin Strong! The 2024 Splash & Dash is raising money to cover three things this year:

• The new black and white backstroke flags that we use during meets. 
• The beautiful new brick pathway that was imagined, organized, laid out and made possible by LPAC’s very own Dylan D., who is working on attaining the rank of Eagle from Troop 286. This was his Eagle project and LPAC agreed to reimburse him for the materials he used. We are so proud of him for making this a reality. 
• This summer we will be patching the LPAC shed floor, which is key to keeping our LPAC equipment in good shape for years to come. So that critters (insects and vermin) don’t make our shed their home and so that we do not have to replace equipment so often..

Please help us to accomplish these three important expenditures that were not budgeted for by our board. Don’t worry you can still collect pledges even after the Splash & Dash is over by printing out a Splash & Dash 2024 Pledge sheet. All donations are tax deductible. Turn in pledge sheets and money to the Splash & Dash folder in the back of the swimmer folders by July 5th in order to be eligible to win Penguin Prizes.

Thank you for your generosity and support that you have shown by participating in this years Splash & Dash!

BEACH TRIP: SATURDAY, JUNE 29

All swimmers in the high school age practice group are invited to attend the traditional LPAC Beach-and-bonfire trip to Twin Lakes State Beach in Santa Cruz. Last chance to register your teenager now for the 2024 Beach Trip. Please register before the end of the day Tuesday June the 25th.  Check out the Beach Trip page on the website for more information.

PRACTICES  

 Practice times are available on the website.

*Night practices are available to swimmers who are unable to attend morning practice because of summer school or work commitments, on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00-9:00 pm. Swimmers must have coaches’ prior permission to attend night practices.
 

END OF SEASON GIFTS FOR COACHES

Judy Seps will begin collecting contributions for coaches gifts at the meet on June 29th. As a reminder we do have 6 coaches this year. You may contribute with cash, check, or Venmo @judyseps (last four digits of her phone number are 3532). All funds will be pooled together to purchase gift cards. We will present the gift cards and Thank You cards to each coach at the LPAC banquet. This will be your last chance to chip in, so find Judy at the meet, contribute to the Coaches Gifts  and sign the Coaches Thank You Cards.

COMMUNITY SERVICE EVENT

Join us Wednesday July 3rd, as LPAC will be hosting a Community Service Event for all age groups at 8:45 am with the help of San Jose Parks and Rec. Please join us as we bring our Penguin Community together to give back and beautify Los Paseos Park.

High School practice will be held as usual on July 3rd and we will have a shortened 12-14 practice from 7:45-8:30 am.

Details:

• Age Group: All age groups
• Date: Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
• HS Practice will be at regular time; 6:45-7:45
• 12-14 practice will be shortened that day: 7:45-8:30
• Time of Event: 8:45-12:00 pm
• Location: Los Paseos Park. Meet at Los Paseos Park at 8:40 am .
• Waiver: Everyone participating must fill out a Volunteer Waiver 2024. Turn in your waiver to the “ACTIVITIES” folder in the family files.
• Cost: None
• Questions: Amelia Hadfield (408.529.5783)

NEWS FROM THE OVERNIGHTER

Thank you to all of the Coaches and Parent Volunteers who helped make the Penguin Overnighter a huge success!! Did you see the unveiling of our 2024 Penguin Mascot?
But wait! Are you missing a towel, goggles, shorts, etc from our epic overnighter? Check out these, and other items, in the Penguin lost and found when you come to practice this morning.

Dear Penguins Big and Small,

Here are some quick reminders before our meet against Oaktree tomorrow! We also have a lot of information about upcoming events!

LPAC @ OAKTREE: SATURDAY, JUNE 22

• Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024
• Meet starts at 8:30 am
  • Location: Oaktree Swim Club
    Chrismara Ct At Castello Dr
    San Jose, California  95120
• Time: LPAC swimmers need to check in with coaches no later than 7:20 am.
• Parents must check in with Volunteer Coordinators by 7:20 am.
• If your child is sick, please call or text
  • Coach Scott: 408-613-5126, and 
  • Volunteer Coordinators: Li @ 408-930-8033 or Jeannie @ 408-981-3370. 
• Please check the Oaktree page for volunteer assignments and meet entries.

RAFT TRIP: JULY 6, 2024- REGISTRATION DEADLINE JUNE 22

Raft Trip registration is available now! Sign up now to ensure your spot for this cherished LPAC tradition. Please see the Raft Trip page of our website for more information. Tomorrow is the last day to register, deadline is June 22, 2024.  You will make the most amazing memories with our Penguin family! 

If you are booking a hotel room with Motel 6- Oakdale remember to ask for the LPAC discount – Managers special.  We only have a few 2 queen bed rooms and 1 king bed options reserved for LPAC. If they only have king beds available,  ask for the room with the fold out couch. This is a busy weekend so book now if you are planning to stay the night.

CARDBOARD BOAT RACES, SATURDAY JUNE 22

The Penguin Regatta Cardboard Boat Races take place during the Overnighter, starting at 6:30 pm. All penguins are encouraged to team up with their swim team friends to construct a sea-worthy vessel using only cardboard, duct tape, and paint.

Details:

• Date: Saturday, June 22nd (before the Overnighter)
• Time:
  • 5:45 pm: Drop-off your Cardboard Boat Creations at the Bocce Ball Court.
  • 6:30 pm: Cardboard Boat Races begin. Families are welcome to watch.

OVERNIGHTER: SATURDAY, JUNE 22

The annual Overnighter is one of LPAC’s most treasured traditions and a highlight of every swim team season. LPAC swimmers get to camp out in tents on the grass next to the Los Paseos pool and stay up late swimming, dancing, playing dodge ball, and just having fun with their friends.

Register your swimmer(s) here: 2024 Overnighter Registration Tomorrow night is the night!

Community Service Event 2024

LPAC will be hosting a Community Service Event for all age groups on Wednesday, July 3rd hosted by San Jose Parks and Rec. We can’t wait to see Big Buddies with their Little Buddies, and Penguins of all ages, getting together to serve the community.

Details:

• Age Group: All age groups
• Date: Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
• Time: 8:45-12:00 pm
• Location: Los Paseos Park. Meet at the pool at 8:30 am and we will walk over together.
• Waiver: Everyone participating must fill out a Volunteer Waiver 2024. Turn in your waiver to the “ACTIVITIES” folder in the family files.
• Cost: None
• Questions: Amelia Hadfield (408.529.5783)

SPLASH & DASH PLEDGES DUE BY JULY 5TH

This year we had 102 out of 147 Swimmers participate amongst all of the practice age groups. These 102 swimmers swan a total of 7,740 laps. Now that is what we call Penguin Power! We are Penguin Strong! The 2024 Splash & Dash is raising money to cover three things this year:

•  The new black and white backstroke flags that we use during meets. 
• The beautiful brick pathway that was imagined, organized, laid out and made possible by LPAC’s very own Dylan D., who is working on attaining the rank of Eagle from Troop 286. This was his Eagle project and LPAC has to reimburse him. 
• This summer we will be patching the LPAC shed floor, which is key to keeping our LPAC equipment in good shape for years to come. So that critters (insects and vermin) don’t make our shed their home and so that we do not have to replace equipment so often..

Please help us to accomplish these three items by printing out a Splash & Dash 2024 Pledge sheet. You can still collect pledges even after the Splash & Dash is over. All donations are tax deductible. Turn in pledge sheets and money to the Splash & Dash folder in the back of the swimmer folders by July 5th in order to be eligible to win Penguin Prizes.

A huge thank you to all of our Penguin Parents that volunteered to help with this great event. It could not have happened without your help counting laps, handing out raffle tickets, writing little penguins names on their raffle tickets and just offering your support.

Thank you for participating in this years Splash & Dash

PRACTICES  

 Practice times are on the website. 

*Night Practices are available for those swimmers who are unable to attend morning practice because of summer school or work commitments, on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00-9:00 pm. Swimmers must have coaches’ prior permission to attend night practices.

END OF SEASON GIFTS FOR COACHES

Judy Seps will be collecting contributions for coaches gifts at the meet on June 22nd. As a reminder we do have 6 coaches this year. You may contribute with cash, check, or Venmo @judyseps (last four digits of her phone number are 3532). All funds will be pooled together to purchase gift cards. We will present the gift cards and Thank You cards to each coach at the LPAC banquet.

LPAC ON FACEBOOK
 
Follow LPAC Swim Team on Facebook! Want to include your kiddo in our posts? Share your pictures and videos with Amelia Hadfield, text them to her (408)529-5783 

 *Please ensure you have parents’ consent before sharing pictures of kids who aren’t yours.

Dear Penguins and Parents:

Swim-A-Thon is this morning, June 18! Keep Swimming and Collecting Donations! See you there.

CARDBOARD BOAT RACES, JUNE 22

The Penguin Regatta Cardboard Boat Races take place during the Overnighter, starting at 6:30 pm. All penguins are encouraged to team up with their swim team friends to construct a sea-worthy vessel using only cardboard, duct tape, and paint.

Details:

• Date: Saturday, June 22nd (before the Overnighter)
• Time:
  • 5:45 pm: Drop-off your Cardboard Boat Creations at the Bocce Ball Court.
  • 6:30 pm: Cardboard Boat Races begin. Families are welcome to watch.

Penguin Regatta Notes:

• Boats will be raced in the pool. Each heat will be 50 yards (two lengths of the pool). Depending on the number of entries, your boat may have to survive multiple heats.
• Boats must be human-powered. There is no limit to the number of crew members on each boat.
• Materials allowed:
  • Cardboard or paper (no plastic, waxed cardboard, or waterproof cardboard)
  • Duct tape, or any type of packaging tape
  • Adhesive products such as Liquid Nails for gluing the boat together
  • Water- or acrylic-based paint
• Paddles are allowed but must also be made out of cardboard and duct tape.
• Please take home the remains of your boat at the end of the races!

OVERNIGHTER: SATURDAY, JUNE 22

The annual Overnighter is next Saturday night and is one of LPAC’s most treasured traditions and a highlight of every swim team season. LPAC swimmers get to camp out in tents on the grass next to the Los Paseos pool and stay up late swimming, dancing, playing dodge ball, and just having fun with their friends.

Be sure to register your swimmer(s) now: 2024 Overnighter Registration

Your swimmer will not want to miss out on the event of the Season! Register your swimmer(s) now so we know how much food to purchase and how much fun to provide.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Planning and executing the overnighter is a big job and the board members stay all night to ensure that your kiddos are safe and sound at the pool, by the time morning comes, they are all exhausted. We ask that every family please do your part to pick up the areas surrounding your child’s tent and space. We also ask that every family please do their part to help with the Overnighter Kitchen Duty and Cleanup. Please sign up. Volunteer hours are 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM on Sunday the 23rd. If for some reason you are having trouble getting into the Google Sign up please email Heather Castro.

Looking forward to an amazing 2024 overnighter!

Dear Penguins and Parents:

Great swimming on Saturday! LPAC defeated the Montevideo Piranhas with a score of 125.3 to 90.5. Go Penguins! LPAC is 3-0 dual meet so far!
 

LPAC@ OAKTREE: SATURDAY, JUNE 22

• If your child will have to miss all or part of the meet against Oaktree, please send an email to coaches@swimlpac.org and volunteers@swimlpac.org TODAY!
• The swimmers that we already know will be missing are: Greyson F., Emily G., Juan Luis G., Juan Alfonso G., Ethan H., Oliven K., Vander K., Maleah K., Micah K., Gus M., Nora M., Cruz M-S., Adelina R., Ekaterina Z., and Grigorli Z. 
• Check in time for our next meet will be at 7:00 am. 

SPLASH & DASH: JUNE 18

The Splash & Dash is this week! Tomorrow, Tuesday, June 18 to be precise! This year, Splash & Dash proceeds will be used to fund new backstroke flags and to fix up the LPAC Shed. We need your help!!!

Print out a Splash & Dash 2024 Pledge sheet. Collect pledges. All donations tax deductible. Turn in pledge sheets and money by July 5th to the Splash & Dash folder in the back of the swimmer folders.

If you signed up to volunteer please check the Parent Volunteer Sign up to find the time you signed up to help. If you can not make it on Tuesday please contact Kelly Fumagalli at (408)821-1080 right away so she can find a replacement.

Lap goals will be given to swimmers by coaches the day of the Splash & Dash. Raffle tickets will be given out when your swimmer reaches their goal lap. Each 5-10 laps over their goal lap they will receive another raffle ticket. This years raffle will be for the biggest Splash & Dash basket ever! Prizes will be given out to swimmers that have turned in pledge sheet and donations.

As Dory says “Just keep swimming!”

OVERNIGHTER: SATURDAY, JUNE 22

The annual Overnighter is next Saturday night and is one of LPAC’s most treasured traditions and a highlight of every swim team season. LPAC swimmers get to camp out in tents on the grass next to the Los Paseos pool and stay up late swimming, dancing, playing dodge ball, and just having fun with their friends.

Be sure to register your swimmer(s) now: 2024 Overnighter Registration

BEACH TRIP: SATURDAY, JUNE 29

All swimmers in the high school age practice group are invited to attend the traditional LPAC Beach-and-bonfire trip to Twin Lakes State Beach in Santa Cruz. Please register your teenager now for the 2024 Beach Trip.  Check out the Beach Trip page on the website for more information.

PRACTICES  

 Practice times are as follows:

• High School: 6:45–7:45/8:15 am*
• 12-14: 7:45–8:45/9:15 am*
• 9-11: 8:45–9:30 am
• 8 & under: 9:30–10:15 am

Please arrive on time and ready to swim!

*Swimmers ages 12 and up have 30 minutes of dryland exercises immediately following their regular practice times on three mornings a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please bring running shoes on those days.

NIGHT PRACTICES

*Swimmers who are unable to attend morning practice because of summer school or work commitments may attend night practices, on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00-9:00 pm. Swimmers must have coaches’ prior permission to attend night practices.
 

END OF SEASON GIFTS FOR COACHES

Judy Seps will begin collecting contributions for coaches gifts at the meet on June 22nd. As a reminder we do have 6 coaches this year. You may contribute with cash, check, or Venmo @judyseps (last four digits of her phone number are 3532). All funds will be pooled together to purchase gift cards. We will present the gift cards and Thank You cards to each coach at the LPAC banquet.

RAFT TRIP: JULY 6, 2024

Raft Trip registration is available now! Sign up now to ensure your spot for this cherished LPAC tradition. Please see the Raft Trip page of our website for more information. Registration deadline is this Saturday, June 22, 2024. 

If you are booking a hotel room with Motel 6- Oakdale remember to ask for the LPAC discount – Managers special.  We only have a few 2 queen bed rooms and 1 king bed options reserved for LPAC. If they only have king beds available,  ask for the room with the fold out couch. This is a busy weekend so book now if you are planning to stay the night.
 

Dear Penguins and Parents:

Here are some quick reminders before our meet against Montevideo tomorrow! We also have a lot of information about upcoming events!

MONTEVIDEO @ LPAC: SATURDAY, JUNE 15

• Would you like to hear a special song played at our last home meet of the season? Get your requests in now. Email lpacdjs@gmail.com. 
• Date: Saturday, June 15, 2024
• Meet starts at 8:00 am
• Location: Los Paseos Pool
• Time: LPAC swimmers need to check in with coaches no later than 6:40 am.
• Parents must check in with Volunteer Coordinators by 6:40 am.
• If your child is sick, please call or text
  • Coach Scott: 408-613-5126, and 
  • Volunteer Coordinators: Li @ 408-930-8033 or Jeannie @ 408-981-3370. 
• Please check the Montevideo page for volunteer assignments and meet entries.

SPLASH & DASH: JUNE 18

The Splash & Dash is on Tuesday, June 18! This year, Splash & Dash proceeds will be used to fund new backstroke flags and to fix up the LPAC Shed. We need your help!!!

Print out a Splash & Dash 2024 Pledge sheet. Collect pledges. All donations tax deductible. Turn in pledge sheets and money to the Splash & Dash folder in the back of the swimmer folders.

If you signed up to volunteer please check the Parent Volunteer Sign up to find the time you signed up to help. If you can not make it on Tuesday please contact Kelly Fumagalli at (408)821-1080 right away so she can find a replacement.

Lap goals will be given to swimmers by coaches the day of the Splash & Dash. Raffle tickets will be given out when your swimmer reaches their goal lap. Each 5-10 laps over their goal lap they will receive another raffle ticket. This years raffle will be for the biggest Splash & Dash basket ever!

As Dory says “Just keep swimming!”

OVERNIGHTER: SATURDAY, JUNE 22

The annual Overnighter is one of LPAC’s most treasured traditions and a highlight of every swim team season. LPAC swimmers get to camp out in tents on the grass next to the Los Paseos pool and stay up late swimming, dancing, playing dodge ball, and just having fun with their friends.

Register your swimmer(s) here: 2024 Overnighter Registration

PRACTICES  

 Practice times are as follows:

• High School: 6:45–7:45/8:15 am*
• 12-14: 7:45–8:45/9:15 am*
• 9-11: 8:45–9:30 am
• 8 & under: 9:30–10:15 am

Please arrive on time and ready to swim!

*Swimmers ages 12 and up have 30 minutes of dryland exercises immediately following their regular practice times on three mornings a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please bring running shoes on those days.

NIGHT PRACTICES

*Swimmers who are unable to attend morning practice because of summer school or work commitments may attend night practices, on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00-9:00 pm. Swimmers must have coaches’ prior permission to attend night practices.

PICTURE QUESTIONS

To order additional pictures or items visit the Picture day page on the website for more information.
 

END OF SEASON GIFTS FOR COACHES

Judy Seps will begin collecting contributions for coaches gifts at the meet on June 15th. As a reminder we do have 6 coaches this year. You may contribute with cash, check, or Venmo @judyseps (last four digits of her phone number are 3532). All funds will be pooled together to purchase gift cards. We will present the gift cards and Thank You cards to each coach at the LPAC banquet.
 

RAFT TRIP: JULY 6, 2024

Raft Trip registration is available now! Sign up now to ensure your spot for this cherished LPAC tradition. Please see the Raft Trip page of our website for more information. Registration deadline is June 22, 2024. 

If you are booking a hotel room with Motel 6- Oakdale remember to ask for the LPAC discount – Managers special.  We only have a few 2 queen bed rooms and 1 king bed options reserved for LPAC. If they only have king beds available,  ask for the room with the fold out couch. This is a busy weekend so book now if you are planning to stay the night.
 
 

Dear Penguins and Parents:

Great swimming on Saturday! LPAC defeated the Almaden Gators with a score of 121.5 to 112.8. Go Penguins!
 

MONTEVIDEO @ LPAC: SATURDAY, JUNE 15

• If your child will have to miss all or part of the meet against Montevideo, please send an email to coaches@swimlpac.org and volunteers@swimlpac.org TODAY!
• The swimmers that we already know will be missing are: Vander K., Oliven K., Cruz M-S., Adelina R.,
  Grigorii Z., Ekaterina Z., Micah K., Maleah K., Brody M., Graham M., Joseph O., Emily G., Alina M-S., Sydney I., Taylor I., Alex O., Easton A., Gus M. 
• Check in time for our next meet will be at 6:40 am. 

MORNING PRACTICES BEGIN MONDAY: JUNE 10

Morning practices begin Monday, June 10:

• High School: 6:45–7:45/8:15 am*
• 12-14: 7:45–8:45/9:15 am*
• 9-11: 8:45–9:30 am
• 8 & under: 9:30–10:15 am

Please arrive on time and ready to swim!

*Swimmers ages 12 and up have 30 minutes of dryland exercises immediately following their regular practice times on three mornings a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please bring running shoes on those days.

SWIMMERS STILL IN SCHOOL: JUNE 10 – JUNE 13

• Swimmers still in school: 8:00 – 9:00 pm

*For swimmers who are still in school, as we move to morning practices, we will have evening practices Monday – Thursday, from June 10 to June 13.

PENGUIN POOL PARTY: JUNE 12

All LPAC swimmers are invited to come enjoy a fun Pool Party with their penguin pals. We’ll also have root beer floats and make tie-dye shirts to show our penguin pride! Please visit the Pool Party for more information.

• Date: June 12, 2024
• Time: 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm; Must check in by 4:30 pm at the latest to do tie-dye! 
• Cost:
  • No charge for Association members
  • Non-members: $1/child, $2/adult
• Swimmers will be provided with a Penguin shirt to tie-dye.
• Parents of swimmers 12 and under, please plan to stay during this event. This is not a drop off event. 
• Contact: Lynnae Brady 

PICTURE DAY: JUNE 13

Picture day is almost here! Each LPAC swimmer receives a team picture, individual photo, and a 3-inch photo button. The cost is included as part of your registration fees.

• Date: June 13, 2024
• Association members individual photos start at 8:00 am
• All swimmers must be at the pool by 8:30 am to take team picture at 9:00 am.
• Remaining individual photos can be taken after the team picture

If you would like to purchase additional items, such as buddy pictures, visit the Picture day page on the website for more information.

All swimmers should wear the current team swim suit or a solid black suit for picture day.

END OF SEASON GIFTS FOR COACHES

Judy Seps will begin collecting contributions for coaches gifts at our next meet on June 15th. You may contribute with cash, check, or Venmo @judyseps (last four digits of her phone number are 3532). All funds will be pooled together to purchase gift cards. We will present the gift cards and Thank You cards to each coach at the LPAC banquet.

SPLASH & DASH: JUNE 18

The Splash & Dash is on Tuesday, June 18! Please go to the Splash & Dash page for more information about collecting pledges and volunteering. 

RAFT TRIP: JULY 6, 2024

Raft Trip registration is available now! Sign up now to ensure your spot for this cherished LPAC tradition. Please see the Raft Trip page of our website for more information. Registration deadline is June 22, 2024. 

Dear Penguins and Parents:

Here are some quick reminders before our meet against Almaden tomorrow. We also have a lot of information about upcoming events!

ALMADEN @ LPAC: SATURDAY, JUNE 8

• Date: Saturday, June 8, 2024
• Meet starts at 7:45 am
• Location: Los Paseos Pool
• Time: LPAC swimmers need to check in with coaches no later than 6:20 am.
• Parents must check in with Volunteer Coordinators by 6:20 am.
• If your child is sick, please call or text
  • Coach Scott: 408-613-5126, and 
  • Volunteer Coordinators: Li @ 408-930-8033 or Jeannie @ 408-981-3370. 
• Please check the Almaden page for volunteer assignments and meet entries.

PARENT RELAY:If you are part of our Parent Relay team, please bring your suit and goggles! Our Penguin family looks forward to cheering you
on!

MORNING PRACTICES BEGIN MONDAY: JUNE 10

Morning practices begin Monday, June 10:

• High School: 6:45–7:45/8:15 am*
• 12-14: 7:45–8:45/9:15 am*
• 9-11: 8:45–9:30 am
• 8 & under: 9:30–10:15 am

Please arrive on time and ready to swim!

*Swimmers ages 12 and up have 30 minutes of dryland exercises immediately following their regular practice times on three mornings a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please bring running shoes on those days.

SWIMMERS STILL IN SCHOOL: JUNE 10 – JUNE 13

• Swimmers still in school: 8:00 – 9:00 pm

*For swimmers who are still in school, as we move to morning practices, we will have evening practices Monday – Thursday, from June 10 to June 13.

PENGUIN POOL PARTY: JUNE 12

All LPAC swimmers are invited to come enjoy a fun Pool Party with their penguin pals. We’ll also have root beer floats and make tie-dye shirts to show our penguin pride!

• Date: June 12, 2024
• Time: 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm; Must check in by 4:30 pm at the latest to do tie-dye! 
• Cost:
  • No charge for Association members
  • Non-members: $1/child, $2/adult
• Swimmers will be provided with a Penguin shirt to tie-dye.
• Parents of swimmers 12 and under, please plan to stay during this event. This is not a drop off event. 
• Contact: Lynnae Brady 

PICTURE DAY: JUNE 13

Picture day is almost here! Each LPAC swimmer receives a team picture, individual photo, and a 3-inch photo button. The cost is included as part of your registration fees.

• Date: June 13, 2024
• Association members individual photos start at 8:00 am
• All swimmers must be at the pool by 8:30 am to take team picture at 9:00 am.
• Remaining individual photos can be taken after the team picture

If you would like to purchase additional items, such as buddy pictures, use the direct link: LPAC Gallery. Access Code: LPAC. You may purchase a package or Advance Pay credit, to be used towards your additional items. With Advance Pay, you receive free shipping. Orders placed after picture day will be charged $4.95 in shipping. You do NOT need to register if you only want the basic package that comes with your registration fees. If you have any questions, please email Meghan Engle Carlson. You may also reach out to photographer Scott Phillips directly at gamedayimage@gmail.com or (408) 712-1697.

All swimmers should wear the current team swim suit or a solid black suit for picture day.

SPLASH & DASH: JUNE 18

It is just about that time of year again. Time to start getting all of those pledges for the 2024 Splash & Dash! 

• Please go to the Splash & Dash page and sign up to volunteer to be a Penguin Lap Counter for the morning of the Splash & Dash Tuesday, June 18. Volunteer for the practice of your swimmer or swimmers or for all morning.
• Check your family folder on Monday for a Splash & Dash Pledge Sheet for each of your swimmers.
• Prizes for Splash & Dash will be distributed during Spirit Night to the swimmers that bring in donations.

RAFT TRIP: JULY 6, 2024

Raft Trip registration is available now! Sign up now to ensure your spot for this cherished LPAC tradition. Please see the Raft Trip page of our website for more information. Registration deadline is June 22, 2024. 

Dear Penguins and Parents:

ISSUES WITH RIBBONS:

There were some issues with ribbons this week. If your swimmer did not receive the correct ribbons or is missing ribbons from the Belwood meet, please send an email to info@swimlpac.org and state the event of incorrect/missing ribbons and we will make sure your swimmer receives the correct ribbons. You do not need to return duplicate or incorrect ribbons. 

SWIMSUIT ISSUES:

If you had any sort of issue with your swimsuit, please do the following:

1. Send an email to Sean Ryan sean@makingwavesusa.com and CC: Amelia Hadfield ahadfield.2000@gmail.com.
2. In subject line write: LPAC Order <insert your order number here>
3. Provide a screenshot of your order
4. Explain what you received that was incorrect (ie ordered a 32 fly with embroidery and received a 32 pro with screen print and did not receive an endurance suit)
5. How would you like this resolved? (Ie. Refund for order, refund for difference in screen print vs embroidery, exchange for correct order, etc.)

We apologize for this inconvenience. Please note that if you do an exchange, it’s possible that you may not get your new suit for several weeks. 

Dear Penguins and Parents:

Great swimming last Saturday! In a nail bitingly close race, LPAC defeated Belwood with a final score of 124.7 to 123.9. Go Penguins! 

RECORD BREAKING SWIM

Congratulations to Caleb Gray, who set a new team record for the 6 & under boys 25 Freestyle with a time of 20.19 (breaking John Anderson’s record from 2016). Way to go!

ALMADEN @ LPAC: SATURDAY, JUNE 8

• If your child will have to miss all or part of the meet against Almaden, please send an email to coaches@swimlpac.org and volunteers@swimlpac.org TODAY!
• The swimmers that we already know will be missing are: Stella G., Emelia M., Viola S., Olivia S., Aurora S., Micah K., Maleah K., Brody M., Graham M., Joseph O., Adelina R., Emily G., Grant G., Sydney I., Zurie A., Caleb G., Armaan J., Logan M., Leo M. 
• Check in time for our next meet will be a little bit earlier, due to going over last Saturday. Check in time for the Almaden meet will be at 6:20 am. 

PARENT RELAY:Thank you to our wonderful Parent Relay Volunteers! Please bring your suit and goggles to our upcoming meets. Our Penguin family looks forward to cheering you on!

FUNDRAISERS:

Check out our Fundraising page on the website to learn about our two fundraisers this year! 

RAFT TRIP: JULY 6, 2024

Raft Trip registration is available now! Sign up now to ensure your spot for this cherished LPAC tradition. Please see the Raft Trip page of our website for more information. Registration deadline is June 22, 2024. 

PRACTICES:

Practice times are as follows. There will be no change in practice times after Memorial Day, until school gets out and morning practices begin on June 10. 

• 8 & under: 5:30-6:15 pm
• 9-11: 6:15-7:00 pm
• 12-14: 7:00-8:00 pm
• High school: 8:00-9:00 pm

Please arrive on time and ready to swim!

Dear Penguins and Parents:

Here are some quick reminders before our meet against Belwood tomorrow.

BELWOOD @ LPAC: SATURDAY, JUNE 1

• Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024
• Meet starts at 8:00 am
• Location: Los Paseos Pool
• Time: LPAC swimmers need to check in with coaches no later than 6:40 am.
• Parents must check in with Volunteer Coordinators by 6:40 am.
• If your child is sick, please call or text
  • Coach Scott: 408-613-5126, and 
  • Volunteer Coordinators: Li @ 408-930-8033 or Jeannie @ 408-981-3370. 
• Meet entries and volunteer assignments have been posted to the Belwood @ LPAC page on the website.
• If you accidentally took your Volunteer Badge home last week, please remember to return it at the end of this week’s meet. Thank you.

ALMADEN @ LPAC: SATURDAY, JUNE 8

• If your swimmer will have to miss all or part of the next meet on June 8, please send an email NOW to coaches@swimlpac.org and volunteers@swimlpac.org.

PARENT RELAY:Thank you to our wonderful Parent Relay Volunteers! Please bring your suit and goggles to our upcoming meets. Our Penguin family looks forward to cheering you on!

SWIMSUIT DELIVERY: COMPLETE

If you ordered a team swimsuit, it has been delivered, unless Amelia has contacted you via text due to a back order. If you did NOT receive a text from Amelia and your order is either missing OR incorrect, please email sean@makingwavesusa.com and let Amelia know: 408-529-5783. 

PERSONALIZED SWIM CAPS:

Will be handed out at the swim meet this Saturday, by the volunteer station on your way in, from 6:15 am – 7:15 am. If you ordered a personalized swim cap and will not be at this weeks’ meet, your cap will be in your folder where you find your ribbons on Monday.

MID-SEASON MERCHANDISE OPPORTUNITY!

We are offering another opportunity to order LPAC merchandise for those of you looking to expand your spirit wear options this summer! Please complete the order form below and make your payment by Sunday, June 2nd at 7:30pm (Zelle or check/cash). We anticipate receiving merchandise back by June 22nd and will distribute at practices. 

• Merchandise Order Form
• Payment:
  • Via Zelle to Treasurer@swimlpac.org. Include “LPAC 2024 Merchandise” with Swimmer Name(s) in memo. 
  • We also accept checks, payable to “LPAC”. Contact Lynnae Brady to make arrangement for payment drop off, 408-504-6914.  
• Deadline: Sunday, June 2nd at 7:30pm
• Expected Delivery: June 22nd to be distributed at practices.

Don’t miss this special opportunity to load up on your Penguin gear!

FUNDRAISERS:

Check out our Fundraising page on the website to learn about our two fundraisers this year! 

RAFT TRIP: JULY 6, 2024

Raft Trip registration is available now! Sign up now to ensure your spot for this cherished LPAC tradition. Please see the Raft Trip page of our website for more information. Registration deadline is June 22, 2024. 

PRACTICES:

Practice times are as follows. There will be no change in practice times after Memorial Day, until school gets out and morning practices begin on June 10. 

• 8 & under: 5:30-6:15 pm
• 9-11: 6:15-7:00 pm
• 12-14: 7:00-8:00 pm
• High school: 8:00-9:00 pm

Please arrive on time and ready to swim!