December 14, 2021 | Issue #9 |
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The next PTSA-sponsored “Coffee with Christine” will be Thursday, December 16. Come join other LWHS parents and community members for an open Q&A discussion with LWHS Principal Christine Bell. The December gathering will be virtual (details below). The meetings last about an hour, but you are free to join late or leave early.
Please be sure to read Principal Bell's letter in the "School" section below.
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Donate to LWHS PTSA Through Your Holiday Shopping |
Support LWHS students while doing your holiday shopping – at no extra cost to you! Some of LWHS PTSA programs operate solely on volunteer time and talent, but others are fueled by financial donations. By selecting LWHS PTSA as your designated charity when you shop at Fred Meyer or Amazon, your purchases help fund our programs for students, staff, and the community. It’s easy to set up! Visit our website for step-by-step instructions.
Doing some comparison shopping?
Join Microsoft Rewards, and your Bing searches will earn Rewards points that are automatically donated directly to LWHS PTSA.
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LWPTSA Lunch & Learn: Education Funding |
Join Barbara Posthumus, LWSD Associate Superintendent of Business and Support Services, for a conversation about how public schools are funded and the 3 levies on the February 8, 2022 ballot. Bring your lunch and learn with us!
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Topic: Understanding Education Funding
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When: Thursday, December 16 at noon
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Where: Join via Zoom
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January SAT and ACT Practice Tests |
Back by popular demand! LWHS PTSA is pleased to offer additional sessions for the SAT and ACT practice tests with Princeton Review. The practice tests will continue to be conducted online due to COVID restrictions. Students are given an access code that begins on the dates below – but the access code is good for 30 days.
The practice tests are created from original SAT/ACT tests from past years. They are a great way for your student to get comfortable with the format and style of the SAT or ACT. Students who take the test will also be invited to a Strategy Session that provides tips and tricks for better performance in the actual test.
The online practice tests will occur:
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SAT: Saturday, Jan 15 with Strategy Session on Jan 18 at 6:30 pm
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ACT: Saturday, Jan 22 with Strategy Sessionon Jan 25 at 6:30 pm
Note: If your student has taken an earlier practice test, they can take it again. However, please note that the set of questions will be the same.
Don’t let your student miss this opportunity! Sign up for free! Registration must be completed by January 10!
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LWHS PTSA Virtual General Membership Meeting |
Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 7:00 pm
Our January General Membership Meeting will be Wednesday, January 19 beginning at 7:00 pm. Bess Altamura, LWSD Social Worker from Evergreen Health, will be joining us for a presentation on teen mental health.
We will elect our 2022 Nominating Committee. There will also be time to socialize with and ask questions of fellow parents/guardians after the meeting.
The meeting link will be shared in the next Kang Crier and posted on our website calendar closer to the meeting date. Meeting documents will be posted on our Meeting Documents page. We hope you can join us!
LWHS PTSA Nominating Committee Needs You!
Are you looking for a way to connect with other parents in the community? Are you interested in a short-term volunteer commitment? LWHS PTSA is looking for three members to serve on the Nominating Committee, which will be elected at our November membership meeting. This committee recruits candidates for next year’s PTSA leadership. Training is available, duties are only a few hours a week, and end after spring elections. If you are interested in serving on this committee or would like more information, please email LWHS PTSA President Denise Ferguson.
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From the Desk of LWHS Principal Christine Bell |
Dear Kang Families,
This is the season when we gather with our families and take time to rest and reflect on the year. As we head into a two week break from school, I encourage our students to enjoy some time away from stress and schoolwork as they recharge for January. In this edition of the Kang Crier I want to tell you how we as a school are focusing on safety as we round out the calendar year.
As you are aware, our nation experienced another act of violence in a school. Every time this happens it hits close to home, not only for parents who send their children to school and entrust them in our care, but also for those of us in the educational field who are charged with providing a safe learning environment for all students.
As a result of this tragedy, we are again examining our practices and making plans to communicate with our students around how they can help prevent violence as well as the best way to react if and when something was to occur.
The Lake Washington School District utilizes ALICE protocols in our emergency practices. ALICE stands for Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter and Evacuate. Each year we train students in lockdown procedures. Generally, this training happens in the spring, allowing for supply preparation and awareness as well as logistical tabletop conversations that happen in our classrooms. This year we are looking at shifting this timeline to provide opportunities for training to occur earlier on.
If you or your student ever has a safety concern you can report it 24 hours a day at https://lwsd-wa.safeschoolsalert.com/. There is a link to this page on our website in the top right corner. You can also report safety concerns to the main office at LWHS, or to our School Resource Officer at sgehrke@kirklandwa.gov. Our community is safest when we work together.
I wish you all a warm and relaxing winter break.
LWHS Principal
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College & Career Center News |
Our Live Wednesday College Visits wrapped up the year last Wednesday December 8. All sessions from this year are still available to view from the LWHS College & Career website. Stay tuned for our Virtual Career Panels coming in January where we kick off the first panel with a WANIC and Digipen Information session on January 12 at 1:30 pm. More information is coming soon!
So many scholarships, so little time! For any student who wants to take the time to apply, there are many scholarships available for colleges and universities including 2 year schools and trade schools! Check out the link to scholarships on the LWHS College and Career site: https://lwhs.lwsd.org/counseling/career-center/scholarships This list features several scholarship databases as well as local scholarships from many Kirkland area providers such as the Kiwanis, Rotary and LWPTSA!
Congratulations to Drew Fialho in receiving the Charles O. Morgan Communications Scholarship from the Kirkland Rotary Club for his dedication and passion for journalism. Congrats Drew!
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Send Your Kang Some Scoreboard Cheer! |
LWHS Booster Club is offering a special holiday discount on scoreboard shout-outs! Want to recognize a Kang for something special? Celebrate them on our beautiful new scoreboards! All shout-outs purchased now through December 31 for winter season varsity home games and meets are only $20 each!
Please visit www.LWHSboosters.org for more information on scoreboard advertising and to reserve your shout-out today! Go KANGS!
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College Application Essay Support Available |
Is your senior's essay and personal statements still under construction? Have them sign up and get them off their to-do list so they can enjoy Winter Break!
Please note: We meet only Wednesdays in December and January.
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LWHS Class of 2022 Senior Party - Tickets Available Now! |
Your senior is invited to a safe and fun-filled post-graduation all-night party presented by the LWHS PTSA. We provide transportation to two venues, entertainment, food and a memorable end-of-the year experience.
When: Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Start Time: check-in will be determined once graduation time has been announced but is generally after 9:30 pm.
End Time: 5:30 am on Wednesday, June 15, at LWHS
Ticket prices:
- $190 until January 31
- $200 between February 1 and April 15
- $210 between April 16 and June 1
- Ticket sales end June 1, 2022
- All ticket purchases are non-refundable.
Don’t delay, purchase tickets NOW to help us plan and possibly provide additional perks at the party.
Scholarships or installment plans are available. Contact Jodee Hull at jhull@lwsd.org for more information.
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Lake Washington School Foundation News |
Find Your Fit College Planning Events Recap
During the months of September to November, our Find Your Fit program supported 1,786 high school students and parents through our fall webinar series, hosted by independent college counselor Mary Pat O'Neil. Missed an event? You can view recordings from our webinars on our Find Your Fit webpage.
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December 20-31: Winter Break (No School)
January 17: Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No School)
January 19: LWHS PTSA Virtual General Membership Meeting
January 28: Last Day of First Semester
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