CALENDAR OF EVENTS
June 21-22 - Windstorm make up days (school year extended by 2 days)
FROM THE PRINCIPAL'S OFFICE
We have remarkable partners in our community.

So many organizations have stepped up to help us help families throughout the recent closures and we are just now re-inventing their service models for the hybrid reality we live in now.

We have a number of community mentors who have been virtually supporting students throughout the pandemic and we are now working to determine the circumstances under which they might be able to do some onsite support.

The kids really benefit from all they do and I’m so eager to keep those relationships well-knit and healthy.

We have partners from nearly all of the local colleges offering mentoring and tutoring.

We have faith-based partners creating safe spaces with tech access for Tigers.

We have colleagues who are active members of area organizations like the NAACP, regional tribes, and other racial and cultural groups who help us support and celebrate the diversity of our student body and ensure that as we educate all of our students that all of our students feel seen and known and cared for.

Recently, one of our partnering leaders shared a request.

He asked that we take part in a new, nationwide initiative to acknowledge the history of Native Americans as caretakers and first peoples in our region.

Across the country, governments and public institutions are being asked to share statements that recognize the tribal leadership and stewardship of a region that was critical in the formation of the communities we live and work in today.

LC has always been a school that values tradition and local history and I think that Spokane is a community that has very much revered its connection to the river, to the land, and to its unique multi-tribal influences.

I am eager to support our Native students and their tribal memberships in this way and look forward to having our faculty leaders and students find ways to share the statement written by our partners in the Spokane Tribe and to weave that connection more tightly into our community. We will all be better for better understanding our history and our current students’ cultures.

Marybeth Smith
LC Principal
ACCEPTED & GOOD NEWS
Good News: Five LC Seniors participated in the Eastern Washington Regional Science and Engineering Fair this year as part of Project Lead the Way Year 4 Biomed. Of the five who competed in the virtual science fair, three were chosen as top 10 finalists. Congratulations to:

  • Rohini Kilaru – she worked on an experiment involving the use of pill bugs as a model system for behavioral studies entitled "The Effect of Sugar Concentration found in Popular Soft Drinks on Armadillidium Vulgare's Innate Behavior Patterns". Rohini's presentation has been selected to compete in the International Science and Engineering Fair!

  • Brianne Abbot-Rogge – she worked with an engineer to design a proof-of-concept model of a wearable collision detection device that would allow for the monitoring of sub-concussive impacts in contact sports. She even learned to solder and some basic C++ programming skills for this project! Brianne will compete in the Washington State Science Fair!

  • Isabella Little – she completed a project that looked at the antifungal properties corresponding mechanism of action of Manuka Honey.
 
Just completing a research project during this crazy year was a win in and of itself, but the project quality of all five of our students who participated in the fair this year was exceptional under any circumstances. Very proud of them!

The two students who competed but were not chosen as finalists also had excellent projects:
 
  • Julia Picanco – she investigated the impact that beaver dams have on wildfire suppression. A great project idea that I hope another student will follow up on next year – I believe Julia could have been a finalist in a normal year. She just wasn’t able to get out in the field with an advisor to visit the dam sites, so had to rely on dated images from Google Earth for all her data. 

  • Addisen Somes – she investigated the impact that magnetic fields have on plant growth. This is an area of research that will be important as we continue to look into the feasibility of growing plants in extreme environments such as space stations or even Mars some day.
Good News: LC had 4 teams of two compete at SkillsUSA Regionals in Web Design and all 4 teams made it to State Competition which occurs the week of April 19. Congratulations to the following team members: Kendalyn Fisher and Penelope Zimmer, Trent Gaines and Hannah Foster, Eliza Dawley and Samantha Autrey, and Carl Odegard and Ansel Judd (who earned a perfect 1st place score!). Wish them good luck at State!
Good News: LC Junior Ayden Franklin's flag design for the City of Spokane Flag Design Competition has made it to the Top 12 Flag Designs for Spokane!! Voting will open to Spokane City residents in April and the way you will vote in April will be with your Spokane Public Library Card (ALL Spokane Public Schools Students have a Spokane Public Library Card, the way the find their library card is through Clever and clicking on the Spokane Public Library Icon). Check out the KREM2 story on the 12 finalists! VOTE now for Ayden's flag!!
Accepted: The Accepted Wall is filling up with Senior celebrations! Please let Theresa Meyer know when you have been accepted to a post-high school institution (2 year, 4 year, military, tech). Please include scholarship information so we can share the good news! Let's fill up the wall!

Good News: If you have good news to share, please send it to Theresa Meyer to be included in the LCNYCU.
Accepted: LC Senior Zoya Baldwin has been accepted to the University of Washington. Go Huskies!
Accepted: LC Senior Grace Bugbee has been accepted to the University of Arizona, San Diego State University, the University of Utah, California Polytechnic State University, and Grand Canyon University. Go Wildcats, Aztec Warriors, Utes, Mustangs, and Antelopes!
Accepted: LC Senior Elissa Cranshaw has been accepted to Western Washington University. Go Vikings!
Accepted: LC Senior Jonathan Crowley has been accepted to the honors college at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA. Go Eagles!
Accepted: LC Senior Connor Gilliland will be enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. Sempi Fi!
Accepted: LC Senior Matthew Glaser has been accepted to the University of Washington. Go Huskies!
Accepted: LC Senior Lauren Krauter has been accepted to California Polytechnic State University, the University of Massachusetts at Amherst (with a Chancellor's Award of $16,000 per year). The Ohio State University, Purdue University, and the University of Washington. Go Mustangs, Mammoths, Buckeyes, Boilermakers, and Huskies!
Accepted: LC Senior Isabella Little has been accepted to the University of San Francisco with a $100,000 scholarship. Go Dons!
Accepted: LC Senior Molly McClure has been accepted to the University of Washington, Eastern Washington University, and Western Washington University. Go Huskies, Eagles, and Vikings!
Accepted: LC Senior Jordan Peterson has been accepted to Whitworth University, Brigham Young University - Idaho, and Gonzaga University (with a $14,000 per year scholarship). Go Bucs, Vikings, and Bulldogs!
Accepted: LC Senior Mayssa Peunemany has been accepted to Gonzaga University (with a $84,000 scholarship over four years) and Montana State University (with a $40,000 scholarship over four years). Go Bulldogs and Bobcats!
Accepted: LC Senior Isabel Pierce has been accepted to California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo! Go Mustangs!
Accepted: LC Senior Logan Redinger has been accepted to the University of Washington. Go Huskies!
Accepted: LC Senior Olivia Senske has been accepted to the University of San Francisco with a $64,000 scholarship. Go Dons!
Accepted: LC Senior Breydan Spray has been accepted to and will attend Grand Canyon University. Go Antelopes!
Accepted: LC Senior Anna Wirthlin has been accepted to the University of Michigan and the University of Washington. Go Wolverines and Huskies!
INFORMATION
Rubber Chicken: Buy your Chuck in Quarantine t-shirt in the LC Business Office now for $8 or order online at: http://www.momentumink.com/ (the online order deadline is March 19. Click on the e-stores tab and type the name of your store in the search bar or simply scroll through the alphabetized list. Please select NO SHIPPING at checkout to avoid shipping charges. T-shirts will be delivered to LC 10-12 days after the deadline).
On Time Arrival: School starts at 8:00am every day, please try to arrive at least a few minutes early to make it to your 1st period class. We understand that there are circumstances that will cause you to be a little late for school at times. If you are going to arrive after 8:00am, be sure to go to the main building front doors (on 4th Ave) to check-in starting next week as the other check-in location doors will lock at 8:00am.
New Bus Routes Start Monday: New bus routes for all middle and high school students will take effect on March 15. All new bus routes can be found on the SPS Transportation site. These routes will be used for the remainder of the school year. Please contact 509-354-7388 with any questions.
Donations Needed: Feminine Hygiene Products Needed - LC is working to make products consistently accessible at school, and we could use your help! We would greatly appreciate donations of unopened packages of tampons (any size), pads, and panty liners. Donations may be dropped off with the school nurse in the public office.
SVL Fall Registration Is Open: If you are planning to take an SVL class for Fall 2021, you will need to complete their fully digital registration process:
  1. Determine which course(s) you would like to take. Check out our Course Catalog for a full list of courses with descriptions.
  2. Visit the SVL registration site and select "2021-22 Semester 1".
  3. Complete all portions of the online registration form. Once your form is submitted, you will receive an email from Spokane Virtual with a link to view your registration form - this link is active for 30 days. *Make sure all information on your form is correct. If corrections are needed, you can correct the form or create a new registration form.
  4. Follow all directions within the registration email.  Your email reply serves as your digital signature in agreement to Spokane Virtual's polilcies and expectations.
  5. Your school counselor will be notified of your registration by the SVL office.

After the Spokane Virtual office receives your approval email, watch for a confirmation email from SVL. The confirmation email is your notification that Spokane Virtual is reserving a spot for you in the requested course(s) for the upcoming semester. If you have any questions, please contact the SVL office at 354-7545 or svl@spokaneschools.org. All students will be entered into courses based on the order that SVL receives their completed registration paperwork.
Senior All-Nighter: Take care of Mother's Day and prepare your home for spring TODAY! Purchase these beautiful 14" assorted hanging baskets and support our LC 2021 Seniors at the same time! Deadline is March 21. Don't wait. Only $35 each, order as many as you like!

MUST BE PICKED UP: Thursday, May 6, 12:00-2:00pm in front of the LC Fieldhouse. (please note on your calendar). First come, first to select BUY NOW BUTTON! CLICK HERE! NOT ABLE TO USE PAYPAL? Contact Shelly for help! smholliday@hotmail.com  

We have raised approx 38% of our goal and time is ticking for our 2021 seniors. Please consider sharing with your local friends and family to make this a super successful fundraiser!
AP Testing Schedule: AP Exams will be administered May 18-28. This year due to COVID, College Board has added flexibility in the exam calendar and Spokane Public Schools has opted to have most exams taken at home on a computer. College Board does require some exams to be administered in-person due to special technology requirements and the difficulty of some exams (math and science) working in a digital format. The exams in blue will be taken at home on a computer and the exams in yellow will be proctored at LC (all rooms will follow district social distance and safety guidelines).

We will have more information soon on the details of testing, but for now, here are actions you can take to ensure that you are ready and signed up for the correct exam:

  • College Board Account: Because most tests are online, you will need to be able to easily access your College Board account. Go to: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/ to make sure you can get in. If you do not remember your CB login/password, you will need to contact them directly as we do not have access to that information. Be sure to write down your username/password as you will need it for testing.

  • Payment: If you have an outstanding balance on your AP Exams, please pay ASAP through the Business Office or the online payment portal on www.lctigers.com - we will need all exams paid for before the testing window begins. Contact our Business Office if you need assistance in the process (354-6880).

  • Canceling and Exam: please go to your College Board account to verify which tests you are taking. If you need to cancel an exam, email Theresa Meyer ASAP to begin the process of canceling and processing a refund.There is NO fee for cancellation and you will receive a 100% refund if you have already paid.

  • Adding an Exam: If you meant to sign up for an exam, but it isn't on the CB web site, email Theresa Meyer ASAP to get registered and to set up payment (there is a mandatory $40 late fee from the College Board that cannot be waived).
PLEASE GO ONLINE TO YOUR POWERSCHOOL TODAY AND ENTER YOUR COURSE REQUESTS!

Registration for Fall 2021: We are at 93.4% of all LC students for next year registered in PowerSchool!

PowerSchool: In order to prepare for registration, it will be important for you know your login and password to PowerSchool and you can get into the program (the login/password is different from your Clever/MS365 login/password).
  • Directions: Using a computer (not your phone), go to PowerSchool and try log in (do not try the links to reset it yourself, they do not work and be sure to use the link above and not access through Clever or using a Google search for PowerSchool which may take you to a different district's servers).
  • If you can't get in, your password will need to be reset. Click on the link below to send an email to Mrs. Meyer. Provide your name and simply ask for a password reset.

Registration Resources: We are posting information on the www.lctigers.com and in the Lewis and Clark HS TEAM to share information. Students can view registration forms for their next grade level and documents from elective teachers that share the highlights of their classes. Students will use the registration forms for planning purposes but will not be submitting hard copies this year. They will enter all of their registration requests into PowerSchool in February. You can access the information and forms below for your planning:
Tiger Closet Volunteers: Volunteers are needed to help organize the LC Tiger Closet so we are ready for school to re-open. We need people to help sort and fold clothes. We are also in need of donations of hoodies - Large, XL, and XXL! If you can help, please contact Kris Crocker at: krisc@kxly.com

The Tiger Closet allows any LC student the opportunity to "shop" for a variety of clothes - all free of charge!!! Please help us continue this great tradition.
COLLEGE & CAREER
FAFSA: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now OPEN! It is highly recommended that all LC Seniors file the FAFSA. 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. In order to file the FAFSA, both the parent and student must first create FSA IDs. Learn more about FAFSA by reading 101: FAFSA. Do you need help with filing out your FAFSA? We have a great video resource for you from the Washington Student Achievement Council - FAFSA Line by Line - this video will point out common mistakes, tell you the information you will need to complete the FAFSA, and walk you through every single line in the application. You can also reach out to Mr. Norton for help on FAFSA, college apps, and scholarships!
Senior Remind Group: Seniors are encouraged to join the Senior Remind Text Group to receive updates through out the year on college deadlines, scholarships, college visits, the high school & beyond plan, and more. To receive messages via text, send a new text to the number: 81010 and in the message, enter this as the message: @lchsccr-21
SAT School Day for Juniors Update: In consultation with the Spokane Regional Health Department’s guidance and each high school principal, it was decided to cancel the district’s SAT School Day administration this school year.
 
In prior school years the SAT School Day has been a valuable opportunity to support all students having as many post-secondary options as possible. This school year there has been some understandable shifts from colleges and the following are important points to consider:
 
Students who still wish to take an SAT Saturday test should reach out to their counselor or Mr. Norton for more information on using waivers or getting financial support to cover the cost of an SAT test.
College & Career Videos: Jeff Norton, our College & Career Specialist is creating videos on the college application process:
REMINDERS
LC Booster Club: The Lewis and Clark Booster Club has established an on-line store at https://lcboosterclub.square.site/. This is a great place to do some holiday shopping. We will ship the merchandise to your home or you can come to LC and pick up your items at the book room. Enjoy doing some holiday shopping and support our students at LC. Go Tigers.

Booster Club Meetings: All LC parents are invited to attend our Booster Club Meetings. All meetings at 6:30-7:30pm. Visit www.lcboosters.org to learn how to join.
  • April 12 - TBD
  • May 10 - TBD * this is an allocation meeting
FamilyID Athletic Clearance/Registration: FamilyID is a secure registration platform that provides an easy, user-friendly way to register for activities, while helping us to be more administratively efficient and environmentally responsible. When you register, the system keeps track of your information, so you only have to enter it once for multiple uses, family members and programs. If you do not have Internet access, you can use a computer at LC. The first time you register, it is recommended that you use a computer. After that, registrations can easily be done on your phone. If needed, paper packets are still available in the Business Office. Register at:
  1. Go to: https://www.familyid.com/organizations/lewis-clark-high-school
  2. Open an account using a valid email and password of your choice
  3. Within minutes, you will be sent a link to begin registration
  4. After selecting your program and completing registration - CONFIRM REGISTRATION
  5. You will see a confirmation page and you are IN!!
Bite2Go Program: Lewis and Clark High School aspires to bring meal security to eliminate the nutritional gap of students. We intend to fulfill this goal with the Bite2Go program, which is a program run by LC DECA members meant to help get food to students for the weekend. Students can sign up here.
Follow Us: Follow us on Facebook and YouTube!
Absences: If your student is going to be absent, please call our attendance hotline to excuse the absence at 354-6968. Please leave a message with your name, your student's name, clearly spelling out the last name, how long your student will be absent, and the reason for the absence. An unexcused absence will generate an automated phone call home. If your child is going to have an extended absence, please have them go to the Student Office to pick up an Extended Absence Sheet to give teacher advanced notice of the absence.
Donate to the Student Assistance Fund: When you come in to pay student fees in the Business Office, please consider donating to the Student Assistance fund. This fund helps needy students pay for the required class fees and athletic fees. Every dollar donated goes directly to LC students.
Administrators:

Counselors: To schedule an appointment with a counselor please contact our Guidance Secretaries: Julie Croteau 354-6966 or JulieHa@spokaneschools.org or Annette Gregory 354-5680 AnnetteG@spokaneschools.org.
LC Counselor Distribution:


School Support:
  • Absence Hotline: parents can call us at 354-6968
  • Main Office: 354-7000
Non-Discrimination Statement: Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, ADA Officer, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer and/or 504 Compliance Officer:
o  504 Compliance Officer: Jodi Harmon, 509.354.7269
o  ADA Officer: Stephanie Busch, 509.354.5993
o  Affirmative Action Officer: Nancy Lopez-Williams, 509-354-7285
o  AHERA Officer: Robert Findley, 509.354.7143
o  ALE Officer: Gwen Harris, 509.354.7393
o  Certification Officer: Cindy Coleman, 509.354.7318
o  Claims Agent: Salliejo Evers, 509.354.7250
o  Contract Officer: Cindy Coleman, 509.354.7318
o  Copyright Compliance Officer: Mark Martell, 509.354.7212
o  Equal Opportunity Officer: Nancy Lopez-Williams, 509-354-7285
o  Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer: Jodi Harmon, 509.354.7306
o  Personnel Officer: Nancy Lopez-Williams, 509-354-7285
o  Public Records Officer: Terri LeFors, 509.354.7395
o  Safety/OSHA/WISHA Officer: Salliejo Evers, 509.354.7250
o  Secretary, Board of Directors: Dr. Adam Swinyard, 509.354.7268
o  Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer: Jodi Harmon, 509.354.7306