Connect with Principal Corley

I would like to invite parents/guardians to join me for our LC Parent Advisory Group. We will meet the 4th Monday of each month (next meeting March 27 - topics: registration, classes, enrollment, boundary changes, choice transfers) from 6:00-7:00pm in the LC Commons. I hope to see your there!

Mother's Day Flower Basket Sale

Take care of Mother’s Day, prepare your home for spring and support our LC 2023 Seniors at the same time!

Stunning 14" assorted hanging (or not) flower baskets $36 each.

Click HERE to order or download the form.

Deadline is April 5. Don't wait!

Only $36 each, order as many as you like!

Must be picked up on Thursday, May 11, 12:00-3:00pm

behind the LC Fieldhouse. (Please note on your calendar)

First come, first to select!

Accepted & Good News

If you have Good News for any of our Tigers or post-high school acceptances 2 year, 4 year, military, tech school, scholarships, etc.) for Seniors, please let Theresa Meyer know!

Advanced Theatre Class Showcase

Last year, we had the idea for our “Breaking the Mold” season and how we would try some things we’ve never done before. One of those ideas was to take a show “on tour” (#roadtrip). After researching a variety of scripts, we landed on HomeSchooled as a light-hearted option that could tour to some of our feeder schools. Except for one of the scenes, we will take a #roadtrip to Roosevelt, Wilson and Sacajawea to perform and experience what it’s like to change casts/locations and adapt to different audiences. The “Feta” cast will perform for invited 5th period classes and on the evening of March 29 at 7:00pm, the “Parmesan” class performs. Each cast will perform three times by the time the week is done.

You will also see Thespys scenes and monologues from Advanced Theatre students who received superior scores making them national qualifiers!

• Kat Owens & Theo O’Harra
• Murphy Kettrick & Cat Traxler
• Danny Post & Rachel Dubbels
• Siena Lotrario

Advanced Theatre HomeSchooled cast:

Madeleine Averett, Mara Bech, Olivia Bunning, Ava Casteal, Alexander Cover, Rachel Dubbels, Anna Fruchter, Jordan Gortner, Murphy Kettrick, Benjamin Legard, Siena Lotrario, Mia Mannan, Tanner Manson

Aubrey Marquis, Isabella Maxwell, Allison McClure, Rya Monroe, Annalie Nachreiner, Theodore O’Harra, Kat Owens, Danny Post, Maile Quisano, Vivian Read, Maddie Sipes, Breña Taylor, & Catie Traxler

Thank you for your ongoing support of Tiger Drama!

State Assessments

During two weeks in April we will conduct SBAC (Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium) testing primarily for sophomores. From April 17-21 we will hold the ELA (English/Language Arts) portion of the test. Then from April 24-28 we will conduct the Math portion of the test.

The SBAC is an excellent tool for assessing student knowledge as it is aligned with the same state standards teachers use to guide their instruction every day. Successful completion of the SBAC is also a graduation requirement. The goal is for our students to be better prepared to meet 21st century demands in their working and personal lives (OSPI, 2023).

Ultimately, the SBAC helps to inform us about your child’s academic growth in specific areas while supporting each students’ readiness in college and career.

If you have questions, contact Phil High-Edward.

Family & Community Engagement Opportunities

Do you want to get involved in Spokane Public Schools but don’t know where to start? With more than 50 schools, there are plenty of ways to be engaged in student learning and activities!

Please join our panel as they talk about opportunities for families, parents and the community to support students’ experiences. Speakers include:

• Erin Lipsker, SPS Restorative Practices and Mediation Program Manager
• Dave Hughes, Lewis & Clark High School Athletic Director
• Megan Read, Citizens’ Advisory Committee Co-Chair and PTG Representative
• John Treppiedi, Browne Elementary School PTG Treasurer

March 28 at 6:00pm on Zoom. REGISTER HERE (a link to the webinar will be provided upon registration). 

Knitting Club T-Shirt

It’s been a few years, but the exclusive, elusive, and extraordinary Knitting Club t-shirts are available again for a limited time!!! 

Only $10!

Orders/$ due to Jen Showalter in room 019 by Friday, March 31.

See attached. Sizes small to 3x available.

Thanks, LC Knitting Club

Cheer Tryouts

Cheer tryouts are coming up! If you are interested, grab a packet in the office for all the information you need, the sooner you have the information the better!

Tryouts: Main Gym

• Parent meeting: March 27, 4:30-5:30pm
• Tryout prep: March 27-29, 5:30-7:30pm
• Judged tryouts: March 30, 5:30-7:30pm

Questions - contact Head Cheer Coach Alicia Dotinga

LC Running Start Orientation

As part of the Running Start application process, students and parent/guardian will be required to attend a Lewis and Clark Running Start orientation. During the orientation information about making the transition to college, balancing the high school and college environments, and keeping informed of important activities and events at LC will be discussed. 

Completion of the orientation as well as returning the LC Participation Agreement signed by both parent/guardian and student is a required step in the Running Start process for NEW Running Start students. Current RS students do not need to attend the orientation again. We will offer 2 sessions for the LC Running Start orientation, families only need to attend one of the sessions:

Wednesday, April 26 6:00-7:00pm in the LC Commons

Tuesday, May 2 6:00-7:00pm in the LC Commons

Tiger Closet Needs

The LC Tiger Closet is requesting donations of NEW undergarments for boys and girls. You can drop off donations in the Public Office. 

The Tiger Closet will be open Friday mornings before school for students to drop in and shop (LC staff can escort a student any time during the week). All items are free for students! The Tiger Closet is located on the ground floor of the LC Fieldhouse (enter through the LC garage).

LC Tiger Fund Scholarship

The Lewis & Clark Tiger Fund Scholarship was started by the Class of 1966 in 2006 in order to recognize an LC senior who has overcome personal and/or life difficulties and has made a commitment to furthering his/her education after graduation from Lewis & Clark High School. We know that there are many students who have potential for college success but often get overlooked for scholarship assistance because their G.P.A. did not exceed a 3.5 minimum required for scholarship consideration. We also know that character and desire to improve play a large part in future success in school and life. Two scholarships will be awarded in 2023 - one for $2,500 and one for $2,000. Download the application here.

Deadline to apply: May 15 

Applicant Qualifications:

1. Applicants must be a LC Senior graduating in 2023.
2. Must have a verifiable financial need that would make it difficult to pursue a college or university education without monetary assistance.
3. Must have had a personal life challenge/difficulty that they have overcome.
4. Must have a cumulative grade point average between 2.5 and 3.49.

Senior Calendar

• April 22 - African American Community Graduation (see below)
• April 26 - Native American Community Graduation (see below)
• May 1-12 - AP Exams
• May 6 - Prom
• May 12 - Lavender Community Graduation (see below)
• June 8 - Move Up Con & Senior BBQ
• June 9 - Senior Breakfast in the LC Commons
• June 11 - Graduation - 7:00pm at the Podium, Seniors arrive by 6:00pm
• June 11 - Senior All-Nighter - 9:00pm-4:00am

Graduation Honors

At graduation, all Spokane Public Schools use the Latin Honors system to honor our top graduates. We will identify our Latin Honors students at the end of 1st semester. This system recognizes the top students using weighted grade point averages. Students have the ability to get three different levels of recognition: Summa Cum Laude (4.3 weighted GPA and above), Magna Cum Laude (4.1-4.299 weighted GPA), and Cum Laude (3.8-4.099 weighted GPA). These are the same designations that colleges across the nation use to recognize top students.       

Senior Advisory Recordings w/ Mr. Norton

December 1 - Cost of Attendance

November 17 - SchooLinks, FAFSA, & Applications

January 26 - SchooLinks and Next Steps

March 16 - Understanding Financial Award Letter

College Rep Visits

College Rep Visits to the LC Career Center are back!

• Washington Air National Guard- March 28 @ lunch in the Commons
• WSU - April 13 during Advisory in 023

Questions? See Mr. Norton in the Career Center (room 026 - in the back of the library).

FAFSA App is Now Open!

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opened October 1. It is highly recommended that all LC Seniors file the FAFSA - it is FREE to file. It is the first step in getting financial aid -- including grants, scholarships, work study, and loans - from any college, technical school, or career training program. Go to to www.fafsa.gov for more information. In order to file the FAFSA, both the parent and student must first create FSA IDs. We strongly encourage you to create your FSA ID now because it takes approximately 1-3 days for the FSA ID to be verified and ready to be used. Get yours today! Learn more about FAFSA at 101: FAFSA. Seniors who apply for the FAFSA can also earn a chance at 400 $500 and 10 $40,000 Big Future Scholarships through the College Board. Get more info here.

Coffee with SPS

All community members are invited to join Spokane Public Schools leaders for conversation over coffee each month at a different high school. Coffee will be provided. No RSVP is necessary. Please check in at the school’s Main Office and follow the signs to the event. If you have questions, please send a message at spokaneschools.org/letstalk.

• Thursday, March 30, 8:00-10:00am: Shadle Park High School, 4327 N. Ash St.
• Thursday, April 20, 8:00-10:00am: Ferris High School, 3020 E. 37th Ave.
• Tuesday, May 23, 8:00-10:00am: North Central High School, 1600 N. Howard St.

Attendance

Attendance is a key predictor in student success. It is important for your child to be here every day! For tips on how to support your child's attendance, click here. If your child is going to be absent or late due to an appointment, please call our Attendance Hotline at 354-6968.

LC Prayer Group

Join in fellowship to submit praises and prayer for the LC Community and beyond! The LC Prayer Group meets Fridays at 7:30 am in Room 229. Join the Remind group by texting @lcpray2022 to 81010. Please email Janee Ko (ko4013@sps81.org) if you have any questions.

Homework Center Is Now Open

All LC Students are invited to attend after-school tutoring to get help with homework and class content. Help is provided by teachers, staff, and peer tutors. The center is available Monday through Thursday from 2:45pm to 3:45pm in the Commons. Please make plans for transportation through STA or parent/guardian pick up. At this time there is no yellow bus transportation available.  

Bite2Go

Bite2Go is a nonprofit organization that provides food anonymously for kids who want extra food over the weekend. You can order food from this link, LC website, and staff members. Select a teacher and classroom you want food delivered too. Food will be given out on Thursdays.

Bell Schedules

Download the bell schedule here.

You can download the Spokane Public Schools calendar here.

LCTV1 News

Check out our student produced LCTV1 News that is shown every Tuesday in Advisory. Thank you to Mrs. Gomes and the LC Journalism students for their fantastic work every week!

Paying for GSL & Parking

GSL and parking permits are on sale now in the Business Office:

• $42 student GSL Card (required for all athletes)
• $5 student parking pass (must be purchased in the Business Office) or $90 for a meter pass. You may only purchase one parking pass this year, so you must choose between the lots and the meters.
• The deadline to purchase a yearbook has passed. We will have a limited supply for sale on the day yearbooks arrive in June on a first come, first served basis.
• Optional: Donation to Yearbook fund for students who are unable to purchase one. Every dollar donated helps a family in financial need. Thank you for your donation!

Student and Parent/Visitor Parking

Parent/Visitor Parking: LC does NOT have designated visitor parking, so you can park at any of the metered spots across the street. For after-hours events, you can park for free in any of the parking lots under the freeway. The doors to the Commons building are handicap accessible.

Student Drop-off/Pick-Up: 4th Avenue in front of LC's main building and Commons is school bus zone until buses leave. Please do not park on the south side of 4th to pick up your student. Parents picking up students will either need to arrive after 2:40pm (when the buses leave) or pick up students on Stevens, Wall, 5th, or in front of the Fieldhouse. Thank you!

Student Parking: LC students can park in the two freeway lots (in front of the Field House and in front of the church to the east). Be sure to display your student parking permit to avoid getting a ticket in the student lots. Student parking permits can be purchased in the Business Office for $5. The lots under the freeway directly in front of the main building and the Commons and the parking garage are only for LC staff and are monitored and ticketed for cars without staff permits.

Pre-Arranged Absences

If your student is going to be gone for 3 or more days, we ask that you complete a Pre-Arranged Absence form so that the teachers and counselors are aware and can help get your student work ahead of time.

Lost and Found

If you have misplaced any items, the LC Lost and Found may have your treasures. Stop by and we'll help reconnect you with your wayward items:

• Electronics, phones, & items of value - Business Office
• Clothing, water bottles, & other items - Book Room

Administrators (full list of administrator duties):

• Ivan Corley, Principal 509-354-6888
• Brandon Bouge, Assistant Principal - Student Services 509-354 7023 
• Keoni Dang, Asst. Principal - Student Services 509-354-6898 
• Phil High-Edward, Asst. Principal - Curriculum 509-354-6941 
• Theresa Meyer, Asst. Principal - Curriculum 509-354-6976 
• Dave Hughes, Athletic Director 509-354-6967 

Counselors (list of community mental health resources):

• Calvin Bruce, Counselor 11th grade 509-354-7002 
• Stacey Donahue, Counselor 12th grade 509-354-5788 
• Charlene Dupper, Counselor 9th grade L-Z 509-354-6897 
• Amy Haghighi, Counselor 9th grade A-K 509-354-6893 
• Emily Magnuson, Counselor ELD, ABLE, DI, & Running Start 509-354-6895 
• Annette Pare, Counselor 10th grade 509-354-6894 
• Jeff Norton, College & Career 509-354-6912