Life Centered Learning Institute
(Tilton, NH)
The Life Centered Learning Institute is an Alternative High School and Vocational Center for students in grades 8-12 needing higher levels of learning, behavioral or emotional support services throughout the academic day. Students attending L.C.L.I. have the opportunity to take advantage of core and elective academic courses, academic assessment, tutorials and accelerated learning software. Additionally, students are able to participate in multiple vocational tracks & employability skills training, outdoor & adventure education, behavior planning & support as well as character education & individual counseling.
Students at L.C.L.I. are provided instruction in small classrooms (no more than 8 students per classroom) so that special attention can be offered to all students. While LCLI is an exceptional vocational program, we pride ourselves in offering academics that will provide students with a strong foundation of learning, consistent with New Hampshire Framework Standards. Many of these lessons are applied to the subject area through instruction that is coordinated by our special education team. In this way, a student can develop an applicable knowledge base that will prepare him/her for the next step in his or her life, whether it be a transition back to their public school, direct entry into the workplace or post-secondary education.
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Latest News at LCLI
LCLI Students Show Appreciation to Local Veterans
December, 2008, Life Centered Learning Institute
 Students and faculty from the Life Centered Learning Institute returned to the Veteran’s Home in Tilton, NH. LCLI went to the home to spread holiday cheer and to thank the veterans for their valor, sacrifice and the Honor they have brought to this country and their generation.
Four LCLI students and five staff members distributed handmade cards and ornaments to the NHVH residents, played cribbage, participated in activities and toured the Veterans Home. Faculty and students at LCLI have been hard at work preparing for this event creating hundreds of homemade holiday cards, ornaments, fruit baskets, and an exquisite flag box to signify their appreciation.
LCLI Head of School, John R. Fulp, presented the flag box to NHVH Resident Council Vice President David Clark at a recent gathering. Both organizations are looking into the possibility of future collaborations. “Inter-generational programs contribute enormously to the Quality of Life at the Home,” explained NHVH Social Work Consultant and Intergenerational Program Coordinator.
The New Hampshire Veterans Home was established in Tilton in 1890 as the Soldier’s Home for Civil War Veterans. One of just four New Hampshire nursing homes to win the 2007 Quality of Life Award from the NH Department of Health & Human Services, the modern facility is home to 200 men and women who have served their country and fellow New Hampshire citizens. NHVH is the only long-term care facility in the Granite State that is dedicated exclusively to veterans. The mission of NHVH is to provide high quality, professional long-term care services to the Granite State’s elderly and disabled veterans.
Gallery 141 Soon to Open at LCLI
November, 2008, Life Centered Learning Institute
LCLI is proud to announce its newest addition, Gallery 141, which will open at the end of January. Gallery 141 is quite a unique store that will be open to the public and will feature finely made crafts and other artisan items created by LCLI students.
The undertaking has been a full emersion and integration of all subjects; marketing, advertising, language arts, business, math, science, woodshop and culinary arts. The students at LCLI have had an amazing experience in what exactly it takes to open up a small business from the ground up.
  Students will have the continued opportunity to work with Master Craftsman Loran Smith in creating uniquely coveted products and participate in a profit sharing program.
The creation of Gallery 141 greatly exemplifies the Becket Family of Services motto “Preparing Youth for the Business of Life.” Great job LCLI!
LCLI's Small Classrooms Promote Integrated Learning
October, 2008, Life Centered Learning Institute
Students at the Life Centered Learning Institute are offered integrated lessons of Social Studies as English as well as Math and Science. With classroom sizes no larger than 8 students for 2 teachers, students get the individual attention they need to unlock their true potential.
Message from John Fulp, Head of School, LCLI
September, 2008, Life Centered Learning Institute
I am very eager to introduce some of our new faces that have joined the LCLI team. Pictured left to right: Charlie Porter (Sciences), Jenna Broder (Language Arts and Special Ed.) and Cagney Brigham (Health and Outdoor Physical Education, H.O.P.E.). While they are new to LCLI and the Becket Family of Services, together they have over 50 years of experience combined, of teaching students both in traditional and non-traditional academic settings.
The group is a welcome addition to the team and has helped the Life Centered Learning Institute kick off another fantastic year.
Dedicated Fisher Cat Fans
August 2008, Life Centered Learning Institute
LCLI students have become dedicated New Hampshire Fisher Cat fans and have caught many baseball games throughout the summer.
The Fisher Cats have set a single-season franchise record for the fifth season in a row, by welcoming 373,227 fans. “It has been an exciting and memorable season here in New Hampshire, and we want to thank our great fans for helping cap this All-Star campaign by setting a franchise attendance record,” said Fisher Cats Owner Art Solomon.
LCLI students are proud to help the Fisher Cat fans break the record and look forward to enjoying many games next season as well.
Fire Tower Tour of New Hampshire
August 2008, Life Centered Learning Institute
As part of LCLI's Outdoor Education program, teacher Mark King took several students on a "tour" of various fire towers across the state.
The tour took spanned throughout the summer as students hiked Belknap Mt., Cardigan Mt., Mount Major, and Cannon Mt., to name just a few. At the top of Mt. Cardigan the students had the pleasure to visit with a retired war veteran that sparked their interest in fire towers by giving them a history of the fire tower network in New Hampshire.
Hot Dogs Benefitting Homeless Dogs
July 2008, Life Centered Learning Institute
Recently, students at the Life Centered Learning Institute served up hot dogs to all the hungry shoppers at the local Wal-Mart in Tilton, NH. Students and faculty were able to raise $460 to donate to the NH Humane Society. Culinary students from the LCLI program rallied local area businesses to donate food for their cause to help local homeless animals.
Marylee Gorham, NH Humane Society spokesperson, said “the students are just an amazing group of young men, they are so committed to the welfare, care and comfort of our homeless animals, and have helped us in so many ways.”
LCLI 08’ Students Leave Their Legacy
July 2008
With the aide of Woodshop Instructor, Loren Smith, LCLI students have created a traditional New England raised herb and vegetable garden. The beds were prefabricated in woodshop class with an integrated math approach. Once plotted and completed, the beds were assembled behind the school for a secluded and meditative spot.
Throughout the year, LCLI students and faculty have embodied various “Pillars of Character” throughout the month. The herb and garden project was part of June’s Pillar of Character, Legacy.
Legacy was also woven into Auto/Metals class under the guidance of instructor Dave Morrill. Students expressed themselves artistically through a Legacy project by crating a welcome sculpture that was welded together from several automotive components. LCLI 2008 students experienced a sense of accomplishment by creating art they’ll leave as their Legacy for many to enjoy in the years to come.
Nike Awards Grant to Becket Program
July 2008
Nike recently awarded Life Centered Learning Institute a $2500 grant for sports programming. “Part of Nike's corporate giving focuses on programs that support youth and physical activity, and the positive effects of the two when they are truly in sync.” (grantsalert.com)
Becket thanks Nike for their generous grant programs and LCLI’s Loran Smith for making this opportunity happen.
Hamming it Up For the Dogs
May 2008
Students at the Life Centered Learning Institute’s Culinary Arts program, recently hosted a Ham and Bean Supper on Friday, May 2 in support of the New Hampshire Humane Society. The event raised over $400 and all proceeds were delivered directly to Marylee Gorham, Development Director of the NH Humane Society.
LCLI students have become stewards for the homeless and abused at the Laconia based animal welfare agency. Already involved in many aspects related to the care of animals, these philanthropically minded young men decided to utilize the special skills they are learning in a positive way.
"By hosting what can be aptly described as a true New England culinary tradition, the Ham and Bean supper, is a novel way to support unwanted and neglected cats and dogs at our shelter” stated spokesperson Marylee Gorham. She went on to say “not only are the boys cooking up a storm for Friday night, they have already built dog banks for our coin collection program, mentoring two dogs and two cats with our Sponsor A Pet Fund, and visited the animals at the shelter they have taken such a special interest in.”
This event was perfectly timed for two very needy dogs: “Alex, whom we are treating for heartworm disease, and Ceasar, a majestic old German Shepherd who has a serious oral condition that we just started treatment on,” says Gorham. Without the friendship of the students and faculty at Life Centered Learning Institute we would find it difficult to provide for these two animals. ”
LCLI Lends a "Helping Paw"
March 2008
 The Life Centered Learning Institute and the Laconia Chapter of the New Hampshire Humane Society (NHHS) have recently partnered. The relationship between the two non-profits allows for a unique educational and philanthropic experience for LCLI students as they offer a helping hand to the people and animals at the Humane Society.
The Laconia Chapter started in the early 1900's as the only  battered women's shelter to allow pets on their site with a mission "to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves." Since then, the Humane Society has become fully focused on animal rescue incorporating that same mission. The Life Centered Learning Institute holds a similar philosophy to advocate for our students and "prepare them for the business of life."
The students and faculty at LCLI have been busy over the past few weeks making homemade animal treats with Mary Gibbs,
as part of the culinary arts program. Students imprinted each treat with the New Hampshire Humane Society logo before they baked the biscuits. The stamps were hand-crafted out of wood and clay by Mary Gibbs and students. Loran Smith, Woodworking Instructor, has been busy with LCLI students creating donation banks which will be placed in local area business to help raise funds for the New Hampshire Humane Society.
Honor-LCLI Visits Local Veterans Home
February 2008
In December, Becket students and faculty from the Life Centered Learning Institute had the opportunity to honor their local veterans and demonstrate their appreciation. In conjunction with December’s “Pillar of Character-Honor,” LCLI returned honor to the residents of the New Hampshire Veterans home in Franklin by sharing stories and home made gifts. Students and faculty began work on the community initiative project in November creating numerous hand made holiday cards, home made cookies, and numerous individual fruit  baskets. The fruit basket contained various items collected during educational field trips to Boston’s historic Faneuil Hall and Farmers’ Market. Each basket also included a placard memorializing the event.
This project offered LCLI students an occasion to honor their veterans, contribute to their community, and learn more about US history from first hand communication. Good cheer and holiday tidings were had by the veterans and LCLI gift bearers alike.
LCLI Caters Turkey Dinner for the Disabled
December 2008
On the evening of November 21, 2007, teachers from LCLI served a Thanksgiving dinner to a group of developmentally disabled adult learners and their aides at the Laconia High School. Among the servers were Dawn Blanchard-Student Services Coordinator, John Fulp-Program Director, Mary Gibbs -Culinary Arts/Life Skills (whom prepared the meal), and Brian Beck -Lead Teacher (heading up the event).
Brian Beck has  been working with this group of individuals for the past 2 years in his spare time and wanted the chance to give more. Brian found that the Thanksgiving holiday provided the perfect opportunity. He brought his idea to the LCLI team and away they went planning the event as an integrated project.
Students played an integral part in planning and preparing the meal with resident Chef and Nutritionist, Mary Gibbs. Among the traditional dishes served were turkey, mashed potatoes, squash, stuffing, and made-from-scratch pumpkin pie. Fun, holiday cheer, and a sense of community were felt by all.
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