Lowell High School Student
Student and Family Newsletter, August 25th, 2024
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ដើម្បីបកប្រែព្រឹត្តិប័ត្រព័ត៌មាន សូមមើលលើផ្នែកខាងស្តាំខាងលើនៃព្រឹត្តិប័ត្រ ព័ត៌មាននេះនូវមធ្យោបាយ ហើយសូមចុចលើជម្រើស" បកប្រែព្រឹត្តិប័ត្រព័ត៌មាន ។
First Day of School for Students is Tuesday, August 27th
PLEASE SEE THE BELOW VIDEOS ABOUT THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!
"¡Vea estos videos sobre el primer día de clases!"
"Assista a esses vídeos sobre o primeiro dia de aula!"
First Day Information
School Starts at 7:55 AM!
Get ready for breakfast! We'll be serving it in both the Freshman Cafeteria and the brand new Main Building.
New 9th graders? Head to the Freshman Academy at 40 Paige Street.
Returning students? Enter through the NEW main entrance in the awesome new building right across from the Ayotte Parking Garage on Father Morissette Blvd.
Give yourself a little extra time in the morning on the first day – things might be a bit busier than usual.
Our friendly staff will be around to help you find your way and get settled. See you there!
What About My Schedule?
All guidance counselors returned from summer break last week and have been very busy and will be making changes and adjustments to your schedules. Please be patient as they will be working hard to make sure all students have the classes they need to be successful at LHS.
Schedule Frequently Asked Questions
How to Get Involved at Lowell High School!
Where Can I See My Schedule?
All schedules can be viewed in ASPEN.
What If I Do Not Have a Schedule?
There will be a team of staff members in the Main Cafeteria ready to help you.
What Do I Do If I Have a Hole in My Schedule?
Go to your house office during the period you have a hole and make an appointment. You should attend all of your other classes and only visit your house office during the period you have a hole.
What If I Am Locked Out of ASPEN or Forgot My Password?
Did you forget how to log into ASPEN? Did you forget your password? Are you locked out? No worries! The Lowell High School website has a helpful guide to get you in: click this
link for a step by step guide or the attachment below for help.
How Do I Buy a Bus Pass?
Bus Ticket Sales Information:
- Payment and Pricing:
- Students will need to pay with cash or a pass to board the bus or purchase passes ahead of time.
- Tickets are $1.25 each way.
- Monthly passes are $25.
- Purchase Locations:
- Tickets are available at at the Kennedy Transportation Center, 115 Thorndike Street or 100 Hale St. Students must show their Student ID or class schedule if purchasing passes at these locations.
- There will be representatives selling tickets at the Freshmen Academy on August, 28th and at the main building on August 29th during all 4 lunches.
- Payment and Pricing:
Important Dates:
- Please refer to the attached documents below for a complete list of dates when passes will be sold at the high school, bus routes and commonly asked questions. You may also refer to the Lowell Transit Authority website for more information at https://lrta.com/. Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Studies show that students who get involved in extracurricular activities and athletics do better in school and have more fun! We encourage you to get involved in school wide activities. Check out this video to learn more!
LHS Athletics Website
LHS Student Activities and Clubs
Cell Phone Policy
Just a quick reminder about our cell phone policy. We know it might a challenge, but it's important to keep our learning environment distraction-free.
So, what does that mean for you?
- No phones in class: When you enter class, please put your phone in the designated box.
- Phone-friendly times: You can use your phone during advisory, passing periods, and lunch.
Why do we have this rule?
- Focus on learning: We want you to be able to concentrate on your studies.
- No more disruptions: Phones can be a big distraction in class.
- Better learning environment: A phone free classroom helps everyone learn better.
Let's keep our school awesome!
Please check out the student handbook for more details about our rules and expectations.
Please Wear Your Student ID All Day, Everyday
Student ID for Safety
Let's make our school a safe and organized place. Wearing your ID is a simple way to do that. It helps us identify each other and keep track of everyone. Students who do not wear their ID will be subject to progressive discipline. If you have any questions, please let us know. Students will be receiving their school IDs in advisory.
Check out the Lowell High School website for updates and information
Career and Technical Education - After Dark:
After Dark: Are you a Freshman or Sophomore interested in doing a trade after high school? You may be able to start your trade work during high school through our Lowell High School / Greater Lowell Technical High School After Dark Program starting junior year. Click here to learn more!!
Early College - Partnership with Middlesex Community College
Intro to Early College IDS - 1-credit courses offered in Freshman Seminar and English 2 classes
Early College 3- & 4- credit classes: earn high school and college credit by taking one of our many concurrent courses offered here at LHS.
Early College Independence - Senior year - spend half your day on campus at LHS and the other half at MCC taking a variety of college classes. Click here to learn more!!
Early College Promise - Attend MCC for one year after high school completely FREE (including all books and supplies). Check out this slideshow for more information!
For information about all these programs visit College and Career Office and check out our Early College Website
Dual Enrollment - partnership with UMass-Lowell
Take any of the following courses for both Lowell High and UML credit:
Sociology of American Education, Introduction to STEM Teaching, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Teaching in the Inclusive Classroom
College and Career Programming
Come see our new College and Career Center in the 1922 / Yellow / “A” Building. Click here for more information about what we do.
New to Lowell High School Students
Are you new to Lowell High? Would you be interested in having a Student Ambassador connect with you ? If you need information about LHS, have questions, and would like to be connected with a Peer who you can reach out to for support, please fill out the google form linked here —> Ambassador Assistance , and we will have an Ambassador reach out to you for assistance.
Important Updates: Student Schedules
As we begin the new school year, please take note of the following important information regarding your schedules
Check ASPEN for Your Schedule:
Please log in to ASPEN to view your schedule. If you need to reset your password, instructions are linked here.No Access to Schedule:
If you cannot access your schedule, please go to the cafeteria in the morning after breakfast. A member of the Student Support Team will be there to assist you.Blank Schedule in ASPEN:
If your schedule appears blank, please go directly to your House Office. School Counselors will prioritize students without schedules during the first few days of the school year.Missing Class Block(s):
If you have any missing class blocks, please visit your House Office during the affected period starting Wednesday, August 28th. Your School Counselor will help you complete your schedule.Elective Changes:
At this time, we cannot accommodate elective changes. Please do not go to your House Office for this. Instead, attend your scheduled classes.
Click Below for Bus Pass Sales and Bus Routes
Take a Look at the New Cafeteria
There is a Large Screen for Video Updates in the Main Entrance Area
The New Classrooms Have Flexible Seating
LHS Administration
Freshmen Academy Administration
Freshman Academy (40 Paige Street)
Andrea Gobbi – Assistant Principal
(978) 441-3704
Heather Durbrow – Student Support Specialist
(978) 441-3701
George Tzelias – Student Support Specialist
(978) 446-7193
B House Administration
B House- (978) 937-8906 Deidre Haley – Assistant Principal (978) 937-8906 Kristy Paolillo – Student Support Specialist (978) 937-8906
C House Administration
Athalia Gonzalez – Assistant Principal (978) 937-8907 Michael Fredericksen – Student Support Specialist (978) 937-8907
D House Administration
Timothy O’Keefe – Assistant Principal (978) 446-7424 Stephanie Polak – Student Support Specialist (978) 446-7424
E House Administration
Shigehito Tanaka – Assistant Principal (978) 446-7311 Meghan Tesini – Student Support Specialist (978) 446-7311
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Lowell High School
Website: https://www.lowell.k12.ma.us/domain/8
Location: 50 Father Morissette Boulevard, Lowell, MA, USA
Phone: (978) 937-8901