LP Link: May 15, 2020

The LP Link is published bi-weekly during the school year to highlight the latest districtwide news and events at Lake Park High School.
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Class of 2020 Countdown to Graduation

Communities honor seniors who must experience final weeks, milestone moments virtually.

The entire Lancer community stands with our graduating seniors and acknowledges these final weeks will be the toughest they face apart from each other. Nothing can replace the milestone memories they should be experiencing in person, but our actions can at least help support them through these emotional moments. Thanks to local businesses who are displaying " I Support the Lake Park Class of 2020" banners in yards and storefronts. They have truly helped to "Turn the Town Blue!"

In recognition of prom on Saturday, May 16, please remember to light up luminaries along your driveways! This class shines with determination and perseverance. Let our light remind them their futures are bright! On May 16, at 7:00 p.m. seniors and their families can watch Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020, a national hour-long simulcast featuring a commencement address from former President Barack Obama, celebrity performances and inspirational vignettes.

Unfortunately, while Lake Park staff members and parents were busy developing parade plans for the final week of school, the DuPage County Regional Office of Education and the DuPage County Health Department issued joint communication that forced yet another decision to cancel. While this is one more disappointing moment to accept, Lake Park must comply with the authority of the educational leaders and health officials.

While the sense of loss can be overwhelming for families, we hope you tune in Tuesday, May 19 at 7:00 p.m. as the Lancer school community unites in spirit to honor graduates during the virtual Scholarship and Award ceremony. The video link will be posted online and emailed to families at 6:30 p.m. Make special plans to celebrate with a family watch party at home! During this program, Class of 2020 members who have distinguished themselves by excelling in a variety of areas will be recognized for awards such as Illinois State Scholars, 5.0 GPA after 7 Semesters, AP Scholars, Seal of Biliteracy and more. Students will also be honored with merit-based scholarships and awards that they are receiving from colleges, corporations/local organizations, the military, and organizations associated with Lake Park.

Finally, be sure to tune in Thursday, May 28 at 7:00 p.m. for the premiere of the virtual graduation ceremony. Watch your email for the link that will be posted online to celebrate our Class of 2020 graduates. Can't wait to celebrate your accomplishments!

Congratulations, seniors, you will be remembered for your grace in the face of adversity. As you prepare to #movethetassel and become Lancers for Life, you will be missed, but never forgotten!

Important Senior Dates, Reminders and FAQs

Please make note of these important dates as the 2019-20 school year concludes.

The last day for remote learning for seniors is Wednesday, May 20. Traditional semester exams and capstone experiences will not be administered during the remote learning days. However, teachers may continue to assign chapter or end-of-unit assessments.

Lake Park uses an online service called Parchment for students to request transcripts. If students have already committed to the college they will be attending, Lancers may now order a final transcript to be sent in mid-June. Final transcripts will include second semester grades as well as the date of graduation. If you encounter any difficulty with this process, contact Lisa Smith, West Campus Registrar .

On Friday, May 29 , seniors are scheduled to return to West Campus for pick up of personal items and material drop off. View the schedule and look for more information with arrival and safety instructions.

Please review the FAQ document for other end-of-year items: Grade 12 (Class of 2020)

Save the Dates: End-of-Year Material Collection

Watch for more info with specific details for each class and social distancing requirements!

The Athletic Department has announced plans for uniform/equipment collection and spirit wear distribution on

Wednesday, May 27, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. "curbside" at West Campus. (Rain Date: Thursday, May 28)

All Spring athletes and Winter athletes who did not have uniform collection before the school closure will turn in their school issued uniforms and equipment.
Personal possessions left in athletic lockers, purchased spirit wear and custom uniforms, and spring individual awards will also be distributed.
Senior Spring Athletes can pick up a commemorative Class of 2020 Spring Athlete yard sign to proudly show they were a part of this historic class and events.
Athletes from any season (Fall, Winter, or Spring) still in possession of school issued uniforms and equipment may return these on this day to avoid fees and fines.

West Campus/East Campus

After the last day of remote learning for the 2019-20 school year on Thursday, May 28, students are assigned the following schedule of dates, times and alpha splits to return materials including:

Lake Park textbooks
School-issued calculators
Digital media or recording equipment

Class	Date	Schedule
Seniors	Friday, May 29	Schedule - Grade 12
Juniors	Monday, June 1	Schedule - Grade 11
Sophomores	Tuesday, June 2	Schedule - Grade 10
Freshmen	Wednesday, June 3	Schedule - Grade 9

Lake Park Welcomes New Leadership for 2020-21

Get to know our newest Lancers who will start in administrative roles on July 1.

Pending approval at the Board of Education meeting on Monday, May 18 , Amanda Brode-Ric o will be named Lake Park High School's Principal, effective July 1, 2020.

According to Superintendent Elect Dr. Jef f Feucht, "Throughout several rounds of interviews that culminated with three diverse stakeholder gro ups of students, parents, teachers, coaches, Board Members, and community representatives, Amanda demonstrated a distinct dedication to the success of all students, a spirit of servant leadership, and past succ esses in supporting teams of teachers. Leaders at her prior districts described her as a visible leader who will be committed to building strong relationships with students, staff, and parents in our Lancer Community."

Amanda, a native of Schaumburg, brings 17 years of experience as an educator, including 15 years as a high school teacher. She served as a teacher and team leader for 13 years at Curie Metro High School, a comprehensive high school in Chicago of over 2800 students. During the 2018-19 school year, she served as resident principal of Infinity Math, Science, and Technology High School in Chicago. This school year, Amanda serves as the Assistant Principal at Proviso West High School in Hillside where she manages athletics, activities, and parent engagement. She is also responsible for leading the Freshman Success Team and supervising the English and World Language Departments.

Currently a doctoral candidate in the Urban Education Leadership Program at the University of Illinois, Chicago, Amanda holds an M.A. in Special Education from Concordia University in River Forest, an M.A. in Educational Policy Studies from the University of Illinois, Chicago, and a B.S. in History and Education from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. She is fluent in Spanish and is an avid marathon runner.

Watch for virtual opportunities later this summer to meet Lake Park's new Superintendent and Principal when both Dr. Feucht and Amanda join District 108 in July!

Co m pleting the leadership team for next school year, following the retirement o f two administrators, are Assistant Principals Jeremy Christian and Marta Hall who were approved in March by the Board of Education.

East Ca mpus: Jeremy has worked in various administrative capacities over the past 10 years. H e comes to Lake Park from Richland Junior High School where he currently serves as principal. Pr ior to this role, Jeremy worked as an assistant principal at Jefferson Junior High School in Naperville 203, and as a dean of students at Proviso East High School. Jeremy also brings experience as an interventionist and an English teacher at Bolingbrook High School.

West Campus : Marta comes to Lake Park from Maine South High School where she has served as a dean of students for the past 7 years and leads her student services team co nsisting of counselors, social workers and school psychologists. Prior to this role, Marta worked as a German teacher and Cheerleading coach at Waubonsie Valley High School and a dean at Metea Valley High School in District 204.

Invest in Lancers Through the INCubatorEDU Program

Lake Park's Educational Foundation is a proud investment partner in this opportunity.

Lake Park will launch the INCubator program for the 2020-2021 school year. In the INCubator course, students engage in hands-on, entrepreneurial learning by developing a business of their own. The year-long course allows students to learn all aspects of creating a business, which culminates in presenting their business to a "shark tank" panel. The Lake Park Educational Foundation is recruiting classroom coaches, mentors, donors and sponsors to bring the program to life.

A virtual informational meeting will be hosted on Thursday, May 31 at 6:00 p.m. for those interested in volunteer and sponsorship opportunities. Visit www.lphs.org/INCubator t o register or learn more.

Virtual Summer School Registration is Now Open

Online learning opportunities available in June and July.

Lake Park High School is excited to offer 2020 Summer School online this year. Students enrolled in summer school will engage in learning virtually with instruction and guided practice provided remotely by Lake Park teachers. While the majority of the courses offered are for credit recovery only, Senior level classes (Consumer Education and Civics in Action) will also be offered for advancement to all grade 9-11 students. Keep in mind, class size is limited for Consumer Education and Civics in Action and priority will be given to grade 11 students if classes meet capacity.

First semester classes will be taught online from June 15-July 2; second semester classes will be taught online from July 13-July 30 . Students enrolled are expected to engage and be 'present' virtually from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Monday through Friday. Individual teachers will adjust the daily schedule to allow for a combination of direct instruction, guided practice, and individual practice. Therefore, students can only sign up for one class per semester.

To register for Lake Park's Online Summer School, please review online summer school details and submit summer school registration by Friday, May 29 for first semester course selection. Courses are subject to cancellation based on student enrollment. During the first week of June, course confirmation will be emailed to families along with steps for making payment prior to the start of the course.

Students will need a Chromebook, laptop, or computer along with internet access in order to engage in these online courses. Please indicate on the registration form if you are in need of assistance to ensure your student has a reliable WiFi connection.

Contact Summer School Director Pete Kolzow at pkolzow@lphs.org if you have any questions.

Immunization Reminders for 2020-21

Important health reminders for students entering Grades 9 and 12.

Grade 9

Illinois state law requires all students entering 9th grade to have a physical examination and a record of all required immunizations as well as a completed dental examination form in the Nurses' Office.

Families are encouraged to fax forms to (630) 520-1056; scan and email to thennigan@lphs.org; or mail to 600 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, IL 60172. The required immunization forms can also be delivered once school resumes.

For more information about providing proof of immunizations, visit the School Nurse page on the district website or leave a message with the East Campus health office at (630) 295-5235.

Grade 12

An Illinois health law requires that any student entering 12th grade and any student eligible to remain in school beyond grade 12 must show proof of having received two doses of the meningococcal conjugate vaccine. The first dose should be given on or after the 11th birthday and the second dose should be given on or after their 16th birthday. If the first dose is administered when the student is 16 years or older, only one dose is required.

Proof of vaccination will be accepted via fax to (630) 351-0710; scan and email to rriggio@lphs.org; or mail to 500 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Roselle, IL 60172. The required immunization forms can also be delivered once school resumes.

For more information about providing proof of the meningitis vaccination for senior year, visit the School Nurse page on the district website or leave a message with the West Campus health office at (630) 295-5335.

New Food Service Provider

Students can enjoy new food concepts, made-from-scratch items and signature stations.

Lancers can expect to find a new food service provider in the cafeteria when school returns. Quest Food Management Services, locally based in Lombard, is ready to introduce a whole new dining experience. Read more about Quest's corporate values, food philosophy, and made- to-order offerings!

Quest has a strong history of serving Chicagoland including New Trier High School D203, Glenbrook North and South High Schools, Lake Forest High School D115, Hinsdale High Schools D86, Barrington High School and Batavia Public Schools D101.