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LAWRENCEHIGH SCHOOL

NEWSLETTER

TUES.DEC 22,

2020

IN THIS ISSUELetter from Admin– P. 2

Gratitude from Staff– P. 3

Student Honors– P. 7

Food Resources– P. 9

Mental Health Resources– P. 10

Construction Update– P. 13

THIS MONTH’S THEME:

KEEP IN TOUCH WITH LHS

GRATITUDE & MENTAL WELLNESS

Main Phone: 785-832-5050

Fax: 785-330-4501

Twitter: @LHSChestyLions

LETTER FROM LHS ADMINISTRATION

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CONTACT LHS ADMINISTRATORSDR. CYNTHIA JOHNSON, Interim [email protected]

MARK PREUT, Associate [email protected]

QUENTIN RIALS, Assistant Principal/ [email protected]

JENNIFER SCHMITT, Assistant Principal/ [email protected]

NICK WOOD, Assistant Principal/ [email protected]

The Administrators would like to sincerely thank and honor the efforts of parents and family members across the Lawrence High School community. We realize that this has been an exceptionally difficult and trying year. However, these challenging times have reminded us of what we have always known: that the Chesty Lion family is strong and resilient.

We wish you a peaceful and joyful Winter Break, and we look forward to connecting with our students and families again in January.

MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

Greetings LHS Community,

The Lawrence High Mathematics department is grateful to continue to have the opportunity toengage with students daily. We appreciate the efforts of our students who continue to persevere in these challenging times. We are extremely grateful for the support of our parents and community members who have helped our students and our staff in different ways. We hope that during the upcoming winter break our students, their families and our staff find some time to relax and reflect on the positive things in each of their lives.

Sincerely, LHS Mathematics Department

In true holiday spirit, each staff department expresses their gratitude for the Lawrence High community during this abnormal school year. Read their messages of gratitude from pages 3- 5

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS DEPARTMENT

WORLD LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT

SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT

FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT

Happy Holidays from the ELA department! As 2020 comes to a close, we’d like to express our gratitude for the support and encouragement we’ve received from our LHS families. This year has been full of challenges, but we are thankful for your partnership and patience. We would also like to thank our students, who have persevered and remained flexible throughout the semester. We hope you enjoy your holiday break, and let’s all hope for a healthy start to 2021.

As the World Languages Department reflects on all the changes that the year 2020 brought, it is without a doubt that it doesn’t matter what language we speak to express how grateful we are for the good health, friendship, perseverance, and optimism of our students, families, and staff. We are blessed to belong to the Lawrence High Family!

We are thankful for ALL of our students in the Fine Arts! Keep creating and keep practicing. We will get through this together. Chesty Strong!

The Lawrence High Social Studies department is grateful to keep teaching and learning despite the pandemic we are facing. We are thankful for and inspired by students who continue to engage in learning despite the hurdles of this academic year. We are thankful that despite being physically distanced, students, staff, and families continue to find ways to build and support the community of Lawrence High School. We are grateful for persistence, for grace, and for being willing to try new things. We are grateful for the adults in our student’s lives who support them in this most unusual year of learning. We are also, as always, so thankful that we are Chesty Lions! We would like to say thank you and wish the entire Lawrence High Community a restful and uplifting winter break.

Sincerely, LHS Social Studies Department

COUNSELING DEPARTMENT

SPECIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

During this time of global instability, the counselors at LHS are grateful to have technology which enables us to connect with students from a distance. The faces of our students as we meet with them virtually have brought us all moments of joy during the past several months. We look forward to seeing everyone in person soon, but until that time, your counselors are just a click away.

It has been a year of change, challenge and success. We want to THANK YOU for everything you do to support your students and our staff. Stay safe, enjoy your break and we can't wait to see you again in January!

ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

We want to take this opportunity to say THANK YOU for your dedication and perseverance this semester. It hasn’t always been easy or pretty, but it has always been important. Enjoy your winter break and stay safe!

We are thankful for WebEx, in person students, practices after school, student to student interactions on WebEx, supportive parent emails, 65 degree days, interactive WebEx emojis, and the chance to teach at the greatest high school in the country!!!! Happy Holidays from the P.E. Department.

Even amidst a pandemic, Chesty Lions continue to shine across state and across the country. Join us in celebrating the excellence of our scholars from pages 6– 7

STUDENT HONORS

JOURNALISM AWARD WINNERS

KANSAS SCHOLASTIC PRESS ASSOCIATION MONTHLY CONTESTS

NATIONAL SCHOLASTIC PRESS ASSOCIATION CONTESTS

FALL HIGH SCHOOL JOURNALISM CONVENTION

AUGUST/ SEPTEMBERZora Lotton-Barker –1st place, opinion writingNadia Sanburn, Tony Racy, Zora Lotton-Barker, Cuyler Dunn & Donnavan Dillon –1st place, news writingAndrew Phalen & Cuyler Dunn –2nd place, sports writingAri Wilke –2nd place, sports photographyNadia Sanburn –2nd place, multimedia story telling

NOVEMBERGracie Moore –1st place, news page design

Riley Unekis –3rd place, news page designSarah Farhat & Cuyler Dunn –2nd place, sports writingIris Sherron –1st place, political news writingNadia Sanburn, Tony Racy, Sophia Kaufman, Kenna McNally, Zora Lotton-Barker and Riley Unekis–2nd place, opinion writing

OCTOBERZora Lotton-Barker, Tony Racy, Sarah Farhat, Nadia Sanburn & Addie London –2nd place, news writingAsher Wolfe –3rd place, photo illustrationSophia Kaufman –1st place, yearbook layout

Riley Unekis –honorable mention, design of the year-news magazine coverSami Turner –honorable mention, design of the year-news magazine spreadSami Turner –2nd place, information graphicRiley Unekis –2nd place, artist of the year

Mia Robinson –honorable mention, COVID-19 coverage broadcast news or featuresAnna Anderson & Meriel Salisbury –honorable mention, COVID-19 coverage print news or featuresSophia Kaufman –honorable mention, COVID-19 coverage yearbook Spread

2020 yearbook –3rd place, best of show, yearbooks 288-224 pageslhsbudget.com –5th place best of show, schools with 1,500 or more students

PHOTOGRAPHY AWARD WINNERS

HAYS 5 STATE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION:The 37th Annual Five State Photography

Competition and Exhibition had 453 photographs submitted and 150 accepted.

JUROR’S MERIT RECOGNITION (“Honorable Mention” achievement)

Alice Lubin-Meyer –When My Soul is ShownAngelia Perkins –Never Look Back

ARTWORK CHOSEN FOR EXHIBITIONSophia Kaufman –Fall Apart –Edged Surfaces

Emma Lane –In My Grasp –Room of Apparition–Seat of Power, Shadow of Inability

Journee Matter – A Timid Beam of Music –From Under the Skin it Crawls

Ryleigh Leon –The Deadly Game –Poumon EMRad –Tallest Castles Hidden in the Dark

Alice Lubin-Meyer –The Great Glass Elevator–With Me Always

Analeesa Shawley –Resemblance Parallels –Descended Outskirts

Elizabeth Wellman –Who’s WhoNora Walburn –Dirty Laundry

24TH ANNUAL HIGH SCHOOL VISUAL ARTS COMPETITION:

The Tim Murphy Art Gallery in Merriam, KS. is in its 24th year of operation. Out of 462 entries submitted, 80 entries were accepted. Their

mission is to increase public awareness of the visual arts by providing a setting for exhibition and education. The gallery features monthly

exhibits by local and regional artists.

3RD PLACE OVERALLAlice Lubin-Meyer –When My Soul is Shown

ARTWORK CHOSEN FOR EXHIBITIONTanner Ashenfelter –ExonerateSophia Kaufman –Blind Faith

Emma Lane –Beneath the SurfaceJournee Matter –Quiet Illuminations

–Frozen Behind Transparent Walls–Opened Minded to What Could Be

Elizabeth Wellman –Who’s Who

NATIONAL YOUNG ARTSYoungArts is thrilled to recognize 659 of the nation’s most accomplished young artists in the visual, literary and performing arts. Selected from thousands of applications and representing artists from across the United States, these YoungArts award winners will have opportunities for financial, creative and professional development support throughout their entire careers.Alice Lubin-Meyer and Ryleigh Leon will be welcomed into the YoungArts community—a distinguished group of accomplished artists including Daniel Arsham, Terence Blanchard, Camille A. Brown, Viola Davis, Allegra Goodman, Josh Groban, Judith Hill, Tarell Alvin McCraney, Andrew Rannells, Desmond Richardson and Hunter Schafer.CONGRATULATIONS ALICE LUBIN-MEYER!Alice was named a 2020 National YoungArts Foundation winner in Photography. She was awarded a 1 week all expense trip to Los Angeles to work with artists/mentors. Sadly, the trip was canceled due to COVID. Alice was allowed to submit again in 2021, but had to have all new artwork and writing. We just received notification that Alice has been named a 2021 National YoungArts Foundation winner in Photography again. The theme of Alice’s Portfolio was “Family and Poverty”.

CONGRATULATIONS RYLEIGH LEON! Ryleigh has been named a 2021 National YoungArts Foundation winner in Photography. The theme of Ryleigh’s Portfolio was “Identity”.

FOOD ASSISTANCE RESOURCES

List Courtesy of K-State Research and Extension for more food resource in Douglas County visit https://tinyurl.com/ycsbso5h

BALLARD CENTER PANTRYAddress: 708 Elm St, Lawrence, KS 66044Hours:

Food & Clothing Pantry: Monday – Friday (10Am – 3pm, by appointment only) Donations: Monday - Friday (noon - 1pm)

CATHOLIC CHARITIESAddress: 1525 W. 6th St, Suite A&B (5th & Minnesota St. by Advantage Car Parts)Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (9am-12pm, 1 - 3:30pm)Phone: 785-856-2694

DARE CENTER FOOD/SUPPLIES PANTRYAddress: 944 Kentucky St, Lawrence, KS 66044 Hours: Monday - Friday (2 pm - 6 pm)Phone: 785-856-0698

DOUGLAS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS HOSTED BY BALLARD CENTER PANTRYAddress: 1930 Harper Main Indoor Arena, Lawrence, KS 66044Hours: Second & Fourth Tuesday (10 am - Registration begins @ 8:30)

DARE CENTER FOOD/SUPPLIES PANTRYAddress: 944 Kentucky St, Lawrence, KS 66044 Hours: Monday - Friday (2 pm - 6 pm)Phone: 785-856-0698

ECKAN FOOD PANTRYAddress: 2518 Ridge Ct #104, Lawrence, KS 66046 Hours: By Appointment Only

Office: Monday – Friday (9 am – 12 pm, 1 pm –4 pm) Food Pantry: Monday, Wednesday, andThursday (9 am – 11:30 am, 1 pm - 3 pm)

Phone: (785)841-3357

SUNRISE PROJECT FOOD/SUPPLIES PANTRY Address: 1501 Learnard Ave, Lawrence, KS 66044Phone: 785-865-1618

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCHAddress: 1330 Kasold Dr, Lawrence, KS 66049Hours:

Food Pantry: Wednesday (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM),1st and 3rd Wednesday (5:30 - 6:30 pm)Mobile Food Distribution: 4th Saturday of everymonth 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Phone: 785-843-0020

HERITAGE BAPTIST CHURCH FOOD PANTRYAddress: 1781 E 800 Rd, Lawrence, KS 66049Hours: First & second Thursday of the Month (4 - 6pm) Phone: 785-887-2200

JUST FOODAddress: 1000 E 11th St, Lawrence, KS 66046Hours: Tuesday (9am - 6 pm), Wednesday to Friday (9am – 3pm)Phone: (785) 856-7030 (8am - 6pm)If you haven’t applied in 2020 fill out the online application ( http://bit.ly/JustFoodApp )

LAWRENCE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCHAddress: 867 Highway 40 Lawrence, KS 66049Hours: Second Saturday of the month (11:00 AM to 12:00 PM)

SALVATION ARMYAddress: 946 New Hampshire - chapel on North sideHours:

Sack Lunch Pickup: Monday, Wednesday,Friday (1pm - 2pm)Food Box Pickup: Tuesday, Thursday (10am -12pm)

Phone: 785-843-4188 (open in mornings)

TRINITY INTERFAITH PANTRYAddress: 1027 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS 66044 (pantry located in office building next to Trinity Episcopal Church)Hours: Tuesdays (1:00 to 3:00 pm) and Saturdays (10:00 am to 12:00 pm)

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCESWhile the holidays are traditionally a time to gather with loved ones and to reflect and be thankful, for many it is a time of struggle. We want to help you recognize and respond if someone you know is having a difficult time. If you have concerns, please don’t hesitate to call any of the resources listed.

LHS MENTAL HEALTH TEAM WEBSITELHS’s Mental Health Team website is the hub for mental health resources. It features resources for immediate mental health assistance, mental wellness tools, information on suicide prevention, and community resources. VISIT: https://sites.google.com/usd497.org/lhsmentalhealth/

RESOURCES FOR IMMEDIATE MENTAL HEALTH ASSISTANCE

No matter what problems you are dealing with, we want to

help you find a reason to keep living. By calling, you’ll be

connected to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in

your area, anytime 24/7.

PHONE: 1-800-273-8225 PHONE: 785-841-2345 PHONE: 785-843-9192Free 24/7 counseling and

referrals to other services for any personal concern. Individuals

needing help but who are unsure where to begin are encouraged to contact the

center. Suicide prevention and bereavement support also

available.

The Bert Nash Center provides emergency services 24-hours a day, 7 days a week to people of all ages in Douglas County.

If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or contact our 24 hour phone line

at 785-843-9192.

MORE EMERGENCY CRISIS NUMBERS

HOUSING, UTILITIES & BASIC NEEDS

THE SEXUAL TRAUMA & ABUSE CENTERAddress: 708 W 9th Street, Ste. 105 Phone: 785-843-8985 (24/7) Website: http://stacarecenter.org/ Provides 24 hour comprehensive advocacy and support services for child and adult victim-survivors of sexual violence, their families, friends and partners by staff and volunteer advocates. Free or low-cost counseling for survivors of sexual abuse.

THE TREVOR PROJECTPhone: 1-866-488-7386Website: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ Provides 24 hour comprehensive advocacy and support services for child and adult victim-survivors of sexual violence, their families, friends and partners by staff and volunteer advocates. Free or low-cost counseling for survivors of sexual abuse.

BALLARD CENTERAddress: 1035 Pennsylvania StreetPhone: 785-842-0440Website: https://www.ballardcenter.org/ Description: Services for low-income Douglas County residents, including: case management, rent/utility assistance, clothing, school kits, tax assistance, mobile food pantry, job assistance.

SALVATION ARMYAddress: 946 New Hampshire Street Phone: 785-843-4188 Website: https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/douglascounty/ Description: Crisis intervention, case management, rent and utility assistance, emergency food pantry, referral and advocacy, homeless drop-in services (mail pick-up, snacks, laundry, phone access) and community feeding program. Emergency temporary housing for families (offsite), transitional housing program along with supportive services for those in transitional housing, holiday/seasonal assistance (food, toys, gifts and clothing), emergency disaster services, alcohol and drug rehabilitation referrals and Vision USA program provides assistance with eye exams and glasses

ECKANAddress: 2518 Ridge CourtPhone: 785-841-3357 Website: http://www.eckan.org/

Description: Assistance with rent and utilities, home weatherization, seasonal and holiday, school supplies, homeless and housing counseling, referrals to other services and case management, food pantry.

FAMILY PROMISE OF LAWRENCEAddress: 905 Tennessee StPhone: (785) 764-9506Website: https://lawrencefamilypromise.org/ Description: Assistance with rent and utilities, home weatherization, seasonal and holiday, school supplies, homeless and housing counseling, referrals to other services and case management, food pantry.

LAWRENCE COMMUNITY SHELTERAddress: 3655 E. 25th StreetPhone: 785-832-8864Website: https://www.lawrenceshelter.org/ Description: Provides shelter and case management for homeless adults and families

LAWRENCE-DOUGLAS COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY Address: 1600 Haskell Avenue Phone: 785-842-8110 Website:https://www.ldcha.org/ Description: A joint agency of the City and County governments with a mission to provide safe and affordable housing to Douglas County residents with incomes at or below 80 percent of the area median income.

HEALTH COMMUNITY RESOURCES

PREVENTING YOUTH SUICIDE- TIPS FOR PARENTS & EDUCATORS

LAWRENCE-DOUGLAS COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Address: 200 Maine Street Phone: (785) 843-0721 Website: https://ldchealth.org/ Description: Immunizations, family planning clinic (including exams, birth control and pregnancy tests), diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases, HIV testing and counseling, well child checks, resources for seniors wanting to remain in the home (Project LIVELY), nutrition assistance to pregnant women and children under five (WIC), assistance for at-risk families with parenting skills, education and community resources (Maternal Child Health).

HEARTLAND COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERAddress: 346 Maine St. #150 Phone: 785-841-7297

Website: https://heartlandhealth.org/ Description: Primary care, dental care & outreach, diabetes care & prevention, wellness, smoking cessation, HIV case management, women’s health, medication assistance, insurance eligibility assistance.

HASKELL INDIAN HEALTH CENTERAddress: 2415 Massachusetts St. Phone: 785-843-3750 Website: https://www.ihs.gov/oklahomacity/healthcarefacilities/Haskell/ Description: Health services available to any federally recognized tribal member, including community practice, optometry, dietary, mammography and well-woman exams, pediatric and well-child exams, mental health services, drug abuse counseling, diabetes clinics, dental care and pharmacy and lab.

We highly recommend reading this one pager by the National Association of School Psychologist with tips for parents and educators on preventing youth suicide.

VISIT: bit.ly/preventyouthsuicide_

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

To conclude this edition of the Lawrence High School Newsletter catch up on the latest additions to the building with a construction update from McCown Gordon & Gouldevans.

2020 has challenged us all, but it’s also proven with teamwork and collaboration, we can and will prevail. As we approach the new year, the construction team is thankful for all the continued support in the transformation of Lawrence High School. The new year also marks another milestone in the LHS transformation–the end of Phase 5 and start of Phase 6. Specifically, this means the wall in the main entrance hiding your beautiful new spaces is coming down!

Phase 5: Behind the wall, the Phase 5 area b pop-up atrium, stacks (library) and first and second floor classrooms are nearing completion with minor detail and finish work remaining. Furniture installation is planned for winter break. Turnover to the school district for beneficial use is set for early January.

Phase 6: Phase 6 will begin after the new year and will continue until summer break 2021. Work in Phase 6 will include the planned classrooms just east of Phase 5 on Levels 1 and 2 as well as continued work south of the main gym in the area that will become the new locker rooms.

PHASE 5 | DECEMBER 2020

Look for project updates via e-mail and Twitter @LHS_progress.

Questions or feedback? Reach us at [email protected]

LEARNING IN PROGRESSLAWRENCE HIGH SCHOOL | USD 497

PHASE 4/5 MAIN ENTRY

PHASE 5 CLASSROOM

PHASE 5/6 LOCKER ROOM AREA

PHASE 5 MAIN ENTRY POP UP

314 / 63”64”

58 / 12”32”

131 / 27”64”

262 / 53”64”

32 / 7”32”

32 / 7”32”

126 / 26”64”

126 / 26”64”

98 / 20”64”

(5) TEMPCLASSRM

(8) TEMPCLASSRM

76 / 16”32”

274 / 42”45”

43 / 9”32”

238 / 36”66”

273 / 41”66”

24 / 4”32”

473 / 95”96”

36 / 8”64”

108 / 22”64”

489 / 74”120”

347 / 53”120”

239 / 36”60”

187 / 29”90”

186 / 28”66”

111 / 17”66”

594 / 90”186”

310 / 62”64”

301 / 61”120”

254 / 51”64”

254 / 51”64”

316 / 64”64”

290 / 58”64”

250 / 50”64”

MAX ALLOWABLEOCCUPANCY GYM

(INCL MEZZ.) = 1,705

183 / 37”44”

705 / 106”192”

420 / 63”66”

NOT RENOVATED

RENOVATED

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

TEMPORARY CLASS / OFFICE

UNOCCUPIED

CONSTRUCTION LAYDOWN

TEMPORARY FIREWALL

CONSTRUCTION FENCE

PHASE 6 - SPRING 2021JANUARY 5, 2021 - MAY 28,2021 (141 DAYS)

NOT RENOVATED

CORR. = 73’ 6”

RENOVATED

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

TEMPORARY CLASS / OFFICE

UNOCCUPIED

CONSTRUCTION LAYDOWN

TEMPORARY FIREWALL

CONSTRUCTION FENCE

PHASE 6 - SPRING 2021JANUARY 5, 2021 - MAY 28,2021 (138 DAYS)

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