november 2019 newsletter - lawrence usd 497 · 2019-11-05 · january 8 classes resume; all 7...

LAWRENCE HIGH SCHOOL NEWSLETTER

Congratulations to LHS Chamber Orchestra, pictured below! They performed with Black Violin and FSHS Chamber Orchestra on October 19 to a packed house at the Lied Center. Link to video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1imyiRBx8XypQA-mY9FiXP1de9bUO_An2/view?usp=sharing

STUDENT HONORS

November 2019

Student Honors pg. 1-3 Construction Update pg. 10Letter from Administrators pg. 4 Athletics pg. 11Administrative Announcement pg. 5 Resources pg. 12-14LHS Happenings p. 6 Information pg. 151Million Project Hotspot pg. 7-9 Communication Tools pg. 16

Directory p. 17

This month, LHS Senior Noah Stussie will be attending the All-National Choir at the annual NAfME Conference in Orlando, Florida. Noah successfully auditioned and was selected for both the NEKMEA District Choir, and the KMEA All-State Choir to be eligible to audition for the NAfME All National Choir. Noah will have the chance to work with nationally-renowned conductor, Tesfa Wondemagegnehu, who is on faculty at St. Olaf College in Minnesota.


LHS Unified Basketball took home two gold medals and a silver (in overtime!) in the Unified Sports tournament on November 2. Students demonstrated Chesty Lion spirit by displaying perseverance, selflessness, and resiliency. Thanks to all who made the event happen for our students, including sponsor Susie Micka, LHS teacher.

MORE STUDENT HONORS

Lawrence Public Schools’ Robotics Team, Team Steam, was named the Winning Alliance Champion at the 2019 Cow Town ThrowDown Robotics Competition, held in Lee’s Summit, MO, on November 1 & 2. Thanks to the club sponsor, LHS teacher Jeannie Merritt, and to the Lawrence College & Career Center, who hosts their workspace. The hard work of LHS and FSHS students is supported by local businesses and organizations, as well as by mentors from the community who help guide their work.

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AND MORE HONORS …

Do you follow us on Twitter? If not, you may have missed recent news concerning LHS Head Football Coach, Steve Rampy, and junior running back Devin Neal. Neal was honored in September with his selection as both the Week 3 MidcoSN Game Ball recipient and as HyVee 41 Five-Star Athlete of the Week. At the same time, Coach Rampy was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs as the High School Coach of the Week. Chiefs Hall of Famer Gary Spani presented the honor to Coach Rampy. Follow @Law_HS Athletics for more achievements and events, including state finishes in Gymnastics, Cross Country, and Girls Golf, with runs into the post-season by Volleyball and Boys Soccer. There’s not enough room on a thousand pages to highlight every accolade because #LHS_Succeeds!

Follow the LHS Administrative Team @LHSChestyLions for highlights and info at LHS!

Honors for the LHS Journalism Department’s The Budget continue! The National School Press Association recently announced the following Individual Award finalists for LHS students and graduates*, to be awarded on November 23 in Washington, DC.Newsmagazine cover – Mikayla Kaufman Yearbook spread – Noah Ginsberg*Information graphic – Sami Turner Comic strip/panel – Maya WeslanderBroadcast of the Year (commentary) – Mia Robinson Designer of the Year – Sami TurnerMultimedia Journalist of the Year – David Obadare* Photojournalist of the Year – Emily KruseLiterary/Specialty magazine page/spread for Graffiti Magazine – Emma Howard, Freeman SprayLiterary/Specialty magazine cover, Red & Black (yearbook) – Zora Lotton-Barker, Freeman Spray

The Budget, LHS student newspaper, has been nominated as a finalist for another Pacemaker award, given annually by the Kansas School Press Online. Headed by editors Macy Landes, Connor Schmaus, and Gary Schmidt, the March 2019 issue highlighted their work. Congratulations to these graduates, and to advisor Barb Tholen.

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Dear LHS Families,

Go back and read pages 1, 2 & 3 again. We know our scholars are great and they are keeping us on our toes! These are just a few of the honors they’ve garnered, and we appreciate their Chesty Lion commitment.

In the next few pages, you’ll see more student recognitions – but there’s no true way to record the hours of effort our students expend to improve: studying for ACT tests, mentoring younger students, navigating PowerSchool, filming and editing a passion project, volunteering at community events, hosting guest speakers, practicing an instrument or sport, rehearsing lines for a play, fine-tuning debate rounds, working in the evenings and on weekends, reviewing notes, preparing for tests, checking Google Classroom, researching ways to make real, lasting change … the list goes on and on!

October through the end of the semester can seem like a never-ending march. Would you take a moment to recognize the hard work and efforts of the Chesty Lions you know? A word of appreciation or an email or card of thanks can keep a student, teacher, or other staff keep on keeping on!

LETTER FROM ADMINISTRATION

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Your Chesty Lion Administrators: Dr. Cynthia Johnson, Interim Principal; Dr. Margene Brohammer, Associate Principal; John Hilton, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director; Mark Preut, Assistant Principal/Activities Director; Quentin Rials, Assistant Principal/Facilities

LAWRENCE HIGH SCHOOL

ADMINISTRATIVE ANNOUNCEMENT

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As part of the Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations, the Lawrence High School Spanish Club, Latin American Student Organization (LASO) and Inter-tribal Club hosted LHS alum, Dr. Ignacio Carvajal. His presentation titled "Why learn an indigenous language?" was followed by poetry reading and open mic.

Dr. Ignacio Carvajal specializes in interdisciplinary research on Mesoamerican Literatures, Languages, and Cultures and pedagogical approaches to Indigenous Languages instruction at KU. He focuses on Mayan Languages from Guatemala, particularly K’iche’.

Students asked great questions regarding Dr. Carvajal's background and experience. Dr. Carvajalalso provided useful tips on how to pursue goals.

If you’re interested in learning how to speak K’iche’ feel free to use this free link created by Dr. Carvajal: tzij.coerll.utexas.edu

LHS HAPPENINGS

Thank you to LHS Theater Department, which recently completed a successful run of Clue on October 24, 26, and 27. Directed by Craig RuisFisher, in his debut at LHS, the production wowed audiences each night! We appreciate the countless hours of rehearsal that brought the movie to life … on our very own stage! Pictured to the R are just some of our student-thespians with Dr. Johnson, LHS Interim Principal.

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November 5 Gala Concert, 6:30pm

November 13 LHS Talent Show, 7:00pm

November 13 World Kindness Day: check out https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/world-kindness-day

November 14 LHS Blood Drive, 7:30am-3:30pm

November 25 LHS Pack the House, 6:00pm

November 27-29 Fall Break – NO SCHOOL

December 18-20 Finals

December 19 1/2 day, school dismisses at 11:45am

December 20 1/2 day, school dismisses at 11:45am

December 23 – January 8 Winter Break – NO SCHOOL

January 8 Classes resume; All 7 periods meet

IMPORTANT DATESLAWRENCE HIGH SCHOOL

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The 15th Annual Talent Show is Wednesday, November 13, at 7:00pm in the LHS auditorium. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students K-12. This is a family-friendly event. Come support our amazingly talented LHS students.

Please encourage your student to complete the 1 Million Project hotspot survey, available on their GO app (go.usd497.org). Response to the survey serves as the application for a free hotspot. If your student has already completed the survey and is eligible for a hotspot, they must turn in signed permission forms, as hotspots cannot be ordered without parental consent. You should receive a hard copy permission slip by US mail. If you have questions, please check the FAQ sheet on the next page. You can also print, fill out, and return the permission form on page 6 of this newsletter. Still have questions? Contact LHS Librarian Kirsten Rusinak at 785-330-2747.


CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

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From the Athletics Office …

Forms DEADLINE for Winter Sports forms: Monday, November 11

Five (5) forms are required for every athlete. All five (5) of the required forms must be on file in the athletic office. Forms may not be submitted to coaches at tryouts or practices.

The first day of Winter Sports tryouts* and practices: Monday, November 18

Tryouts: Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball (Tryouts for Boys and Girls Bowling will be announced soon)

Practices: Boys Swim/Dive, Wrestling

Bowling - Boys and Girls

First Day of Tryouts: Monday December 2, 2019 - 3:30pm - Royal Crest Lanes

Practices generally run Monday - Friday 3:30pm-5:30pm

Location: Royal Crest Lanes

Students must provide own transportation to Royal Crest

ATHLETICS

GIRLS WRESTLING DIVISION

KSHSAA has sanctioned a Girls Wrestling Division starting this year. This will be the first official season for Girls to compete in a separate division. The Girls season will run concurrently with the boys season November through February.

Please contact Coach Patrick Naughton if you have any questions.

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Eligibility

Remember that students must meet eligibility requirements by passing at least 5 classes. Please encourage daily attendance and check grades via PowerSchool to support your student-athlete.


RESOURCES

33rd Annual Share The Warmth® Coat Drive & Distribution Dates

They'll feel warm on the outside... You'll feel warm on the inside.

2019 Collection Dates: October 17 to November 22, 2019

Take a coat or blanket in good condition to any of the Scotch locations in Lawrence. They’ll clean the items and give them to The Salvation Army for distribution to those in need in Douglas County

2019 Coat Distribution Date: December 5, 2019

From 10:00am – 7:00pm by The Salvation Army at 946 New Hampshire St., Lawrence, KS 66044

Need more info? Lt. Corey Wheeler at 785.843.4188 Ext 102 or [email protected]

Remember: No one goes it alone. The LHS Mental Health team, consisting of school counselors, social workers, administrators, and other staff, are ready to help. Please call the Main Office at 785-832-5050 to be connected to this resource.

Just Foods has partnered with LHS to provide food pantry items to students. There are no eligibility requirements;

students can connect with a staff member in Student Services.

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2019 Holiday Assistance Information

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RESOURCES

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Great News! Our school has our partnered with the Friendly Smiles Program through the Douglas

County Dental Clinic to offer FREE in-school dental care. If your child does not see a dentist regularly or

you are looking for a new dentist, simply fill out a consent form. New forms must be completed each

school year.

Friendly Smiles accepts Medicaid, Commercial Insurance, and the uninsured. There is NO COST to you

even if your child is uninsured or not fully covered through commercial insurance. Uninsured students

must qualify for free and reduced lunch to participate in our program. Direct dental services provided to

your child while in school is completely FREE.

Easy & Convenient

Having your child seen by the in-school dentist saves you valuable time, as well as less time taken from

your child’s academics. Top quality care is provided by a licensed dentist and hygienist right in the

familiar surroundings of your child’s school. Dental care includes a complete exam, x-rays, cleaning,

fluoride, sealants, restorative care such as fillings, and when needed baby tooth extractions. You may

opt out of specific services.

Keep Your Child Healthy

By having your child see the in-school dentist, you can help reduce the risk of:

• Dental Decay

• Early Tooth Loss caused by dental decay

• Gum Disease

• Heart Disease

Taking care of your child’s teeth is an important part

of keeping them healthy!

Simply fill out the attached Friendly Smiles consent form and return it to Quail Run by April 1st. You

may also access the form through our online secure forms by clicking the links below. The secure forms

will be sent directly to Hannah Sheridan-Duque, the Friendly Smiles Outreach Coordinator. Forms are

available at the school as well.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Hannah at 785.312.7770, ext. 206

https://secureform.luxsci.com/forms/16201/6487/Pd9r/form.html ENGLISH

https://secureform.luxsci.com/forms/16201/6491/HxJD/form.html SPANISH


INFORMATION

Student Illness, Absence, Appointment or Leaving Early?If your student is ill or not going to be at school, please call ATTENDANCE at 785-330-4968. If your child has a scheduled appointment or needs to leave early, we ask that parents/guardians call no later than TWO HOURS prior to the time you want them to leave. Your call is very important to us, so you please leave a message if Attendance isn’t able to answer your call in person.

Yearbooks are still on sale. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com to purchase for $57 and enter School Code 3076.

From the Nurses Desk:

All 11th grade students: If your student received this vaccine, please have your updated Meningococcal vaccine (MCV) forms sent to the LHS health office or have it faxed by the physician office to 785-832-5066. If you are not sure if your 11th grade student had the vaccine, please check with the physician office or the Lawrence Douglas County Health Department. MCV is required for 7th and 11th graders this year. Please call the nurse at 330-2704 if you have any questions.

Prescription Medication: Please contact the nurse if your student needs to take a prescription medication at school. Asthma inhalers and OTC Tylenol and ibuprofen can be carried and kept with the student. All other medications should be administered by the school nurse. If you are not sure about the medication, just call the health office at 330-2704.

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Inclement Weather – Update Needed?

It’s never to early to be prepared for an evening or early morning notification about school closings from Julie Boyle, Executive Director of Communications

for Lawrence Public Schools. Please check your contact information on PowerSchool to ensure phone numbers and emails are up-to-date. If you need

to make corrections, please contact the District Office at 785-832-5000 and ask for a PowerSchool assist.

USD 497 announces school closings via automated phone and email messages to school families. You can also visit www. usd497.org, @usd497 on Twitter, or

Lawrence Public Schools on Facebook.


Two online communication tools allow you to reach out for

information or resources. "Contact Us," found on a tab on our school

and district websites, assists individuals who do not know who to

contact about a question, suggestion, concern, or even a

compliment. "All Students Safe," also found on our website, serves as

an online tool for reporting bullying or safety questions or concerns.

Users of this tool may choose to hide their contact information. We

do find it helpful, though, when investigating safety concerns to have

contact information in case additional information is needed.

Please keep in mind that these online tools do not replace direct

communication with Lawrence High School. If you have a question or

concern relating to the classroom, please contact the teacher. If you

have a question or concern about our school, please contact the

school office at 785-832-5050.

Lawrence High School sincerely appreciates your partnership as we

seek to provide a safe and welcoming learning environment.

COMMUNICATION TOOLS

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If you have a question, we are always available to answer by phone at 785-832-5050 or in person by stopping by the Main Office. You may also wish to check Twitter, another communication tool, but it is not required. Follow us on Twitter @LHSChestyLions

Information regarding all sports is available via @LawHS_Athletics. Other Twitter accounts focus on specific athletic teams. If you have a question related to Athletics, please contact the Athletics secretary, Emily Cates, at 785-330-4576.


DIRECTORY

Main Phone Number:

Attendance:

Fax:

785-832-5050

785-330-4968

785-330-4501

Lawrence High School, 1901 Louisiana St, Lawrence, KS 66046

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STUDENT SERVICES

Registrar Diannia Affalter 330-1408

Counselor Jennifer Hare (A-E) 330-4548

Counselor Amy Brown (F-K) 330-2146

Counselor Lori Stussie (L-R) 330-4607

Counselor Kelsey Buek (S-Z) 330-4903

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ADMINISTRATORSInterim Principal Dr. Cynthia Johnson 330-1659Assistant Principal Mark Preut (A-E) 330-1688 Associate Principal Dr. Margene Brohammer (F-K) 330-1896Assistant Principal John Hilton (L-R) 330-2196 Assistant Principal Quentin Rials (S-Z) 330-1673

It’s a Great Day to be a Lion!

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