Congratulations to the 2022-2023 LWHS PTSA Board |
At our May General Membership meeting, we elected officers for 2022-2023. Congratulations to:
Susan Dietz, Treasurer
Judy Chiu, VP Student Programs
Janet Smith, VP Ways and Means
Colleen Rutherford, VP FACE
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LWHS PTSA Virtual General Membership Meeting Recap |
Our May General Membership meeting was held the evening of Wednesday, May 18. We elected our board and approved a budget for 2022-2023. Guest speaker School Resource Officer Storm Gehrke talked about emergency drills and security procedures at LWHS and Principal Christine Bell was also present to give a school update and answer questions. Meeting documents and slides are posted on our website here.
This was our last General Membership meeting for this year. Next year’s meeting schedule will be posted on the LWHS PTSA website soon. We are grateful to our membership for your support!
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Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Parents - Senior Party Needs You to Pay It Forward! |
Senior Party is looking for a few more chaperones! Chaperones are needed from 9:00 pm June 14 to 5:30 am June 15. Come find out what Senior Party is all about! An online training will be provided June 6 at 7:00 pm.
If you would like more information or want to sign up to help, email the Senior Party Co-Chairs Molly Gleason and Rachel Pemble at seniorparty@lwhsptsa.org.
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Cap and Gown Donations Accepted |
Are you still completing your spring cleaning? LWHS PTSA maintains a modest supply of gently used graduation caps and gowns which are lent out to LWHS graduating seniors who cannot afford to buy a set. If you would like to donate your LWHS graduate’s gently used cap and gown (no stoles or tassels, please), please put them in a plastic bag, clearly marked “LWHS PTSA” and drop it off at the main office at LWHS. We’ll take care of the rest!
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Volunteer with College Application Workshop |
Volunteers are needed as we prepare for Fall of 2022. LWHS PTSA’s College Application Workshop program needs volunteers who will work one-on-one with seniors to provide college application essay and personal statement support.
We ask for a once-a-week commitment for the months of October and November. Workshops are held multiple times a week in-person as well as virtually. PTSA provides (mandatory) virtual training.
For any questions or to volunteer, please contact Judy Shedd, LWHS PTSA College Application Workshop Chair
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From the Desk of LWHS Principal Christine Bell |
Dear Kang Families,
Recently I sent a letter home to families reflecting on the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas. My letter included basic protocols that our school and district have in place to protect students. I received questions from a few families on specific protocols and want to use this opportunity to inform all parents.
In a school of nearly 2,000 students and more than one hundred staff it is critical that we have safety measures in place to help us identify who is accessing our school. For the most part our main entrance is locked during the day and anyone gaining entry must do so through a locked door, by using the doorbell. Our front office monitors who is entering the building during these times. There are also a couple of times during the day when we allow students to enter through the main doors without being buzzed in. This is during arrival to school and at the end of lunches. There are other protocols in place during these times.
Our building has many exterior doors that allow for exit in case of emergency or fire. These side doors are always locked. Students are responsible for entering only through the main entrance and are not allowed to let other students in through the side doors. When this has happened we have followed up by identifying those students and re-teaching our expectations. The side entrances are also clearly marked with red signs that say they are not for entrance and students should not let each other in.
We know that times when the doors are open (in the morning and as students return for lunch) we are more vulnerable, and so you will most often see our armed School Resource Officer and/or myself holding the doors and monitoring who gains entrance. Our school safety support professionals (security) are also stationed facing the entrance to monitor during these times.
For next year we have plans in place to have each student always wear a lanyard and school ID badge while at school. As parents you can support our school in safety efforts by discussing with your child the importance of following safety protocols (i.e., not letting others in through side doors) and by encouraging them to take all safety drills seriously. As always, reporting any concerns to an adult is critical.
At Lake Washington High School we take safety and security seriously. Thank you for your support in this work.
LWHS Principal
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Yearbook Distribution and Final Purchase Window |
If your student pre-ordered a yearbook, the time to pick them up is almost here. Distribution will begin on Wed, June 8 at 12:15 pm (right after the 4th Period final). Distribution will be in the Commons along the West Wall. Students will need to have their ID and will sign off that their yearbook has been received.
Did your student miss the presale windows? Yearbooks are still available to purchase on a first come first served basis starting June 8 at 12:15 pm with the LW cashier, Mrs. Fisher. Sales will continue before school and during lunches until we sell out of books. Purchase price is $75 and can be paid for with cash, check or card (no American Express). Students cannot have any fines on their account in order to purchase a yearbook.
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Final Live Wednesday Event of the Year - Tomorrow! |
On Wednesday, June 1, the Lake Washington School District College & Career Specialists will present the final Live Wednesday of the year. This event is geared toward rising seniors – the Class of 2023 – but all are welcome!
1:00-1:45 pm: Senior Year Timeline and College Essay Tips
Joe Johnson from Lawrence University and Nhien Quach from the University of New Hampshire will be presenting this important information. Find out what a senior year schedule looks like when it comes to college applications with some first hand tips on creating great essays direct from college admissions advisors.
2:00-2:45 pm: How College Decisions are Made
Jarrod Larse from Oregon State University and Anna Aegerter from the University of Redlands will present information surrounding how colleges make their admissions decisions.
Click here to join us for this end of the year Live Wednesday event.
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Advertising Available on LWHS Scoreboards for 2022-23 School Year |
Lake Washington High School has new digital scoreboards in our outdoor stadium and indoor gymnasium. The LWHS Booster Club is excited to offer scoreboard sponsorship and advertising opportunities to our community and fans for the 2022-23 school year! Whether you know a business interested in an annual sponsorship deal or an individual interested in advertising a special event, we have options for everyone! Our goal is to pre-sell as much as possible prior to the start of next school year so we are up and running for the first games of our Fall 2022 sports season. All proceeds from advertising sales directly benefit our LWHS booster programs and ASB. Please click on the flyer here or check out the LWHS Booster Club website for more details: www.lwhsboosters.org.
Go Kangs!
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Save the Dates for Senior Celebrations! |
The following is a list of Senior events sponsored by LWHS, ASB, and PTSA:
- Thursday, June 2: Senior Award Ceremony
- Friday, June 10: Senior Farewell and Senior Sunset
- Monday, June 13: Senior Breakfast and Graduation Rehearsal
- Tuesday, June 14: Graduation and Senior Party
There are many expenses associated with graduation and senior celebrations. LWHS and LWHS PTSA believe that all seniors deserve to be honored for their years of hard work and to have the chance to celebrate this milestone. If you or your family is having difficulties finding funds for these expenses, please let your/your child’s school counselor know; there is assistance available for caps and gowns, Senior Party tickets, yard signs, and more.
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From the College and Career Center |
Senior Awards Night
Lake Washington High School will be presenting Senior Awards Night on Thursday, June 2 at 6:00 pm in the Commons. Several academic awards will be presented such as the Washington State Honors Award, the Principal’s Award, the President’s Award and the Gold Kang Award (not related to the PTSA award). This is an invitation only event. Invitations will be sent out once the determinations have been made.
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New Event - Senior Farewell! |
Friday, June 10 at 6:30 pm
LWHS PTSA has been hard at work to create an event for our Class of 2022 that is both meaningful and inclusive for all families but separate from the Senior Awards Night ceremony. With support from the LW Administrative team, we are pleased to announce the inaugural Senior Farewell event!
Senior Farewell will provide an opportunity for all Class of 2022 seniors and families, as well as LW staff, to connect and celebrate one final time as Kangs. Due to time and space limitations at the graduation ceremony that will prevent a reception, the Senior Farewell event will provide a chance for attendees to mingle, enjoy light refreshments, and take the photos in caps and gowns that cannot occur at the graduation ceremony itself. The Senior Farewell will be held in the LW Commons area starting at 6:30 pm on Friday, June 10, directly preceding the Senior Sunset event.
Tacos El Guero food truck will be onsite providing option food to purchase starting at 6:00 pm. Be aware lines could be long and only cookies, coffee and water will be served inside. Please plan to take your senior's cap and gown home with you. Seniors do not need their graduation attire for the Senior Sunset event following this reception.
We look forward to celebrating the success of all our graduating seniors! If you are interested in volunteering to help with Senior Farewell, please contact Colleen Rutherford, LWHS PTSA Senior Farewell Chair.
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Last Chance to Buy a Senior Party Ticket! |
Ticket Sales End Tomorrow, June 1!
Over 200 Seniors are Attending
There is something for Everyone at Senior Party!
What is Senior Party? Senior Party is a safe and fun-filled post-graduation all-night party on June 14 for seniors organized by the LWHS PTSA. We provide transportation to two surprise and NEW venues, entertainment, food and a memorable end-of-year experience. With various activities, there is something for EVERYONE!
When: Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Start Time: 9:00 pm check-in at LWHS
End Time: 5:30 am on Wednesday, June 15, at LWHS
Ticket price is $210. All ticket purchases are non-refundable
Are you concerned about the cost of a ticket? Scholarships or installment plans are available. Contact Jodee Hull at jhull@lwsd.org for more information or go and talk to her in the Athletic Office at school.
We want every senior who would like to attend the party to join!
All forms must be in and processed to sign up for a bus!
Please bring completed waivers or email them to lwseniorpartywaivers@hotmail.com. Every senior who buys a ticket by June 1 will have a seat on a bus. The seniors are not grouped by bus colors once we get to the venues. There are no groups at the venues and all attendees can interact.
Bus sign ups happen at LW during both lunches on the dates below:
- Wed, June 1, Final Day for Ticket Sales
- Thursday, June 2, Bus Sign Up ONLY
- Friday, June 3, Last Day for Bus Sign Up!
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Lake Washington School Foundation News |
Class of 2023 College Bootcamp
Calling all Class of 2023 students and parents! Join independent college counselor Mary Pat O'Neil of LWSF's Find Your Fit program for a series of three webinars in July. Attend one, two, or all three! Register here.
- Session 1: Monday, July 11 from noon to 1:00 pm - Creating a Balanced College List
- Session 2: Wednesday, July 13 from noon to 1:00 pm - Completing Your College Applications
- Session 3: Friday, July 15 from noon to 2:00 pm - How to Write a College Essay
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June 14: Graduation, Alaska Airlines Arena, 6:00 pm
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