NOVEMBER: Blue Stampede Bulletin

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Mustang Families,

Please review our Telecommunications or Other Electronic Devices Policy for this school year. Please understand that this policy took effect August 12, 2024.

Student Code of Conduct Policy Enforcement All devices must remain in student backpacks for the duration of the day. Students will be allowed to take out and use their devices at lunch only unless otherwise directed by administration. Teachers also have discretion to allow device use in class for instruction purposes only.

Telecommunication devices that disrupt the education process, are used inappropriately or when not directed by a teacher or staff member, or used in violation of the Student Code of Conduct will be confiscated. School personnel will write an office referral and it will be turned into the principal’s office.

Administrators must follow the Inappropriate Use of Cell Phone-Policy Procedures and Consequences (There are no warnings.)

1st Offense – Parent Contact, Phone confiscated and returned at end of day.
2nd Offense – Parent Contact, Phone confiscated, and parent must retrieve phone with a $15 fee.
3rd Offense – Parent Contact, Phone confiscated, parent must retrieve phone with a $15 fee, and student is assigned ISS.
4th Offense - Parent Contact, Phone confiscated, parent must retrieve phone with a $15 fee, and student is suspended.
5th Offense - Parent Contact, Phone confiscated, parent must retrieve phone with a $15 fee, and student is recommended to attend ALC.
6th Offense & Beyond – Recommend ALC Placement.

Our online yearbook store is now open! The link is posted below. Books start at $70 & you can also purchase accessories separately, or as a package w/ the book for $88. Senior ads are $285 for a full-page ad, $150 for a ½ page ad, and $85 for a ¼ page ad. In addition to the store link, flyers have been attached with more information on how to place orders. If you have any more questions, email Mr. Berry at david.berry@lcisd.org or lamarchs.media@gmail.com

Jostens Yearbook Store Site (LCHS)

From Mrs. Trevino: As you may remember from my presentation in your Junior English class, Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) is a graduation requirement through HB3.

For students who plan to graduate in May 2025 and/or attend college or career/trade

school between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026, you will fill out the 25-26 FAFSA form. It is expected to open by December 1.

Why you should care about FAFSA/TASFA

• Filing the FAFSA is super important because it helps you access federal financial aid like grants, work-study programs, and loans. It may also be tied to scholarship opportunities at certain institutions. Please check each school's scholarship website for more information.

How to get ready for December 1st?

1. Create an FSA ID: You and your parent(s) will need an FSA ID to complete the FAFSA. This is your login information. You can create one at studentaid.gov if you don’t already have one.
2. Check Deadlines: You can maximize your aid by submitting your FAFSA for next fall by the priority deadline. Currently the Texas priority deadline is February 15.
3. Gather Your Documents: Make sure you have your Social Security number, driver’s license, federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned.

I will send reminders and more information as we get closer to the opening date of the FAFSA. I highly recommend to start preparing now so you can complete the FAFSA as soon as it’s available. Remember, you need to complete a FAFSA form to receive funding for college; FAFSA is something you will do every year you’re enrolled in college to receive federal student aid.

While the availability of the application and any changes to the process, the WCJC Financial Aid office will only be conducting online presentations throughout the fall 2024 semester. Please see the attached flyer to register for their online Financial Aid presentations.

Seeking additional resources in the college application process? The Boys & Girls Club is here to support! Stop by every 3rd Saturday of the month, 9-11am to receive aid in FAFSA, Scholarships, Resume Building...ETC!

LCHS is committed to ensuring that all students are College , Career, & Military Ready. Show your commitment by wearing your favorite CCMR clothing to school on Mondays.

The following resources can be used to prepare yourself for the SAT, ACT, & TSIA2

It’s GAME TIME! This All Sports Pass will get you into any JH or HS game except varsity football at Traylor. If you have a high school and JH student athlete that plays in multiple sports this ticket is for you. It’s good for any athletic event on any campus! Also, LCHS parents, do you want to show up at game time and not have to look for parking? This is for varsity football games at Traylor. Hurry because this is limited to the first 40.

LCHC competed in the big 12 Tournament bringing home lots of hardware. Way to go, Mustangs!