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 May 22) from 6:00-7:00pm in the LC Commons. I hope to see your there!

AP Exams Schedule

AP Exams are scheduled for Monday, May 1 to Friday, May 12. All exams will be at LC, room assignments will be available closer to the exams. Morning check-in is 7:30am and 11:30am for afternoon exams. Students taking exams will be excused from classes during the exam times so there will be no need to call in.

Download the schedule with room locations

This is a national exam schedule, if you have a conflict, see Mrs. Meyer ASAP in the Public Office. College Board has very strict rules regarding test scheduling that need to be arranged in advance (there may be a late testing fee).

What to bring:

• Picture ID is REQUIRED! LC or Driver’s License - have ready at check-in.
• Pens (blue or black) - all exams require a pen!
• Pencils (sharpened - no sharpener in the room) - No.2 only, not mechanical.
• Laptop - only for certain exams (fully charged w/power cord) - For World History, Computer Science Principles you must have Bluebook installed. For the French, Spanish, & Music Theory exams you must have Audacity installed.
• Headphones with microphone for Spanish, French, & Music Theory exams (we can provide if you don’t have one).
• An approved calculator for math/science exams & extra batteries.
• A straightedge (only for Physics).
• Snacks and water for breaks - must be in a CLEAR plastic bag and remain on the floor during the exam.
• Sweatshirt/jacket in case the room is cold.

What NOT to bring:

• NO cell phones, smartwatches, or any other electronics. If you bring these, you WILL turn them in as soon as you walk in the room, but it will be more efficient if you leave them at home.
• Textbooks, scratch paper, dictionaries, notes, colored pencils, or highlighters.
• The room space is limited, so avoid bringing bags and backpacks if at all possible.

Suggestions for Success:

• Know your testing location. If you arrive after the test begins, you cannot enter.
• Do not stay up late and cram the night before the test, relax - you have prepared for an entire year. Getting a good night’s sleep is worth more than a few hours of crazed studying.
• Eat a good breakfast and drink plenty of fluids to stay energized. You can eat and drink during the break, but you cannot eat or drink during the test.
• If you have a commitment after the test, we cannot release you until the testing period is officially over (even if you finish your test early). Generally, morning tests will end no sooner than 11:30am and afternoon tests around 3:30pm.

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!

Prom Chaperones Needed!

We are looking for parents to help chaperone the LC Senior Prom on Saturday, May 6. If you can help, please click on the link here to sign up for a slot from 7:45-9:30pm or 9:30-11:00pm. Thank you for helping!

Buy Your Senior All-Nighter Tickets!

2023 LC Grads, this is a party you DON'T want to miss! Party from 9:00pm on Sunday, June 11 (come DIRECTLY to the LC Fieldhouse from graduation, DON'T DELAY!) and we will keep you fed and entertained until 4:00am! 

Included: 

• Food trucks for a full meal from 9:00-10:00pm and all snacks and drinks throughout evening (no outside food/drink allowed without prior authorization). 
• Silent Disco (new!), interactive carnival/games, casino, bingo, Zen Room, Cash Cube, the famous Hypnotist Show and plenty of activities all night long! 
• Over $25,000 in gifts and prizes (keep checking the Prizes link as we add items)! Have a suggestion for useful gifts (besides ca$h?), let us know! Everyone goes home a winner! 

The earlier you arrive, the more chances you have to win!

Ticket are $50, you can buy online. If you cannot afford a ticket, see your counselor for a scholarship (June 1 is the scholarship deadline). We want ALL Seniors there!

Concession Volunteers Needed!

Spring activities and sports are in full swing! Please view the signup link below to select a slot to volunteer. The Booster Club relies on the funds raised from the concession stand.

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10c0c45aaa62fa0fd0-spring1



By volunteering in the concession stand you can direct proceeds to the team or activity of your choice! All money raised goes directly into funding requests from the many sports, clubs, co-curricular and performing arts programs at Lewis & Clark High School.



Go Tigers! Thank you for your support!

SVL Fall Registration is now open

For Fall SVL, students can register for 1-2 SVL classes here. The SVL class descriptions can be found here.

Students who would like to take more than two SVL classes will need to speak with their counselor to ensure proper fit and placement.

• The SVL website will only allow a maximum of two classes to be selected.
• Students wishing to attend SVL full-time need to have a parent/guardian use the district Enrollment Portal and select Spokane Virtual Learning.

Summer SVL Registration is open through June 9

• Information about registration and course offerings can be found here:
• Students can register and pay here
• Credited classes are $200, non-credited classes are $120
• We are unable to offer any scholarships this year

LC Alumni of Distinction

Last year at the Homecoming Con, we honored eight LC alumni who have distinguished themselves after leaving our halls. Our committee is looking to increase the number of people we consider before choosing our nominees for next year.

We are looking for as much diversity as we can. We want diversity of fields (academia, science, business, sports, etc.), age, gender, race, etc. We want all of our students to have an opportunity to see a bit of themselves in at least one of our nominees.

So, if you know somebody, please tell us a little about them on this brief form. If you know somebody who might know somebody, please forward this along. Thank you!

LC Summer Sports Camps

• For grades 1-5, please register using this link: https://forms.office.com/r/gc9k2u0tit
• For grades 6-12, please register using Final Forms: https://spokane-wa.finalforms.com/
• To pay camp fees, please visit: https://wa-spokane.intouchreceipting.com/

Sponsor an Exchange Student

Rotary will be sponsoring a female youth exchange student from Denmark who will be attending Lewis and Clark high school for the 2023-2024 school year. The club has a host family who will host for the first half of the school year but is in need of a second host family from late January to June 2024. If you are in interested, please contact Jim Johnson, Rotary Club 21 Youth Exchange Officer at kjrjjj@comcast.net or (509) 991-6611.

Finding & Funding Your Future

RAZE Early Learning Development Center in Partnership with The Spokane Chapter of the Links, Incorporated

Presents: Finding and Funding Your Future: An Education Empowerment Workshop

Carl Maxey Center, 3114 E 5th Ave, Spokane, WA 99202

Saturday, April 29 (12:00-4:00pm)

Sunday, May 7 from (1:00-4:00pm)

Saturday, May 13 (12:00-4:00pm)

Computers will be available to complete the FAFSA on site, food will be provided from awesome local restauranteurs & caterers, and swag upon completion of FAFSA/WASFA will be awarded. You can find out more about state and federal financial aid by going to the following websites:

• www.studentaid.gov
• https://wsac.wa.gov/wasfa

Registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcome!

Contact April Eberhardt for questions: 509-828-7719 (call/text)

Please register by using the following link:

https://tinyurl.com/bdahwktr

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:

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).

Senior Prom

Senior Prom is May 6 from 8:00-11:00pm at the Knitting Factory (919 W Sprague). The theme is Masquerade!

If you plan to bring a non-LC student as your guest, you must complete a Dance Permission form. A completed form must include a Photo ID of your guest. Photos can be emailed to Assistant Principal Keoni Dang (keonid@spokaneschools.org). Completed forms must be turned in to the attendance office before purchasing tickets and before 3:00pm on May 4, no exceptions. Tickets are $20 per person and can be purchased from April 24-May 4 in the Business Office or online. Only seniors can buy tickets, but dates can be non-seniors. 

Senior Calendar (download a copy)

• May 1 - National College Decision Day
• May 1-12 - AP Exams
• May 4 - Hispanic Community Graduation (see below)
• May 4 - Senior Class Meeting during Advisory in the Auditorium
• May 6 - Asian/Asian American/Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Community Graduation (see below)
• May 6 - Prom
• May 8-12 - Teacher Apprecation Week
• May 12 - Lavender Community Graduation (see below)
• June 5 - laptop check in during Social Studies classes, Library books due
• June 6 - Senior Finals 3rd period
• June 6 - Yearbook distribution
• June 7 - Mandatory Senior Class meeting - 3rd period
• June 7 - Senior Finals 4th-6th period
• June 8 - Senior Finals 1st and 2nd period
• June 8 - Fees/Fines due
• June 8 - Move Up Con & Senior BBQ
• June 9 - Senior Breakfast in the LC Commons
• June 9 - Elementary Cap/Gown Walk (after Breakfast)
• June 11 - Graduation - 7:00pm at the Podium, Seniors arrive by 6:00pm
• June 11 - Senior All-Nighter - 9:00pm-4:00am

Senior Reminders (download a copy)

High School & Beyond Completion: The HSBP is a state graduation requirement. Completion of the plan is through your SchooLinks account. In your dashboard “School” - “Personalized Plan”. ALL students need to complete this task. See Mr. Norton for assistance.

Enrollment Decision & Final Transcript: Final transcripts will be sent electronically at the end of June. Make your request in SchooLinks “College” - “College Applications” - “Enrollment Decision”. See Mr. Norton for assistance.

Senior Breakfast: Senior Breakfast is June 9 at 8:30-9:30am in the LC Commons. The breakfast is FREE! We want all Seniors to attend to celebrate with your classmates. We’ll also have awards and show the Senior slideshow. Don’t miss out on this tradition!

Elementary Cap & Gown Walk Visits: Immediately following Senior Breakfast, we would love for you to go visit elementary feeder schools for our annual cap and gown walk. We will have buses heading to 5-6 elementaries for a quick walk through the halls, then return you to LC. The trip will take no longer than 45 minutes. It means a great deal to the teachers and students to see you and be able to share in your celebration!

Graduation

Graduation:

• You must be checked in at the Podium by 6:00pm with your cap and gown. Student check-in is in the basement of the Podium - enter the main doors through security and head downstairs. The ceremony is at 7:00pm and will last about 90 minutes.
• NO need for tickets as the Podium seats over 6,000 guests.
• You will line up based on your last name. Look for the big signs with your letter.
• Remember to bring any cords, stoles, or medals that you have been given to wear.
• You may decorate your graduation cap. We will be sharing more information soon. See Mrs. Meyer or Mr. Corley if you have questions.
• There is nowhere to store any bags, purses, phones, etc. Do not bring anything that you can’t put in your pocket to keep your hands free to shake hands and get your diploma.
• Graduation is a formal event, please dress accordingly – no t-shirts, jeans, or shorts. We highly suggest you do NOT wear spiked heels (the floor is grooved and has small holes).
• The ceremony will be live streamed by KSPS for family members that can’t attend and Dorians will be taking photos, we’ll share the links for both as soon as they are available.
• Parking information will be shared as soon as the information is finalized.

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.

SFCC New Student Orientation

May 31. 9:00am-1:00pm

You MUST have a completed application and be an admitted student! Connect with representatives from admissions / financial aid / counseling services. Get all your questions answered about next steps!

Parent permission slips and more details from Mr. Norton.

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

April 27 - High School & Beyond Plan Requirement

Aprill 20 - Senior announcements and HS & Beyond Plan

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!

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.

• 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.

Freshman - Join the Class of 2026 Remind

Freshmen - get out your phones and join our class Remind to get updates on class meetings, fundraisers, and planning for future events like prom.

How to join:

• Either text @lctigers26 to 81010
• Or go to: https://www.remind.com/join/lctigers26

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)
• 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!

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