Laker Weekly

Dear Parents and Guardians,

The YouthTruth surveys are open and will remain accessible until midnight on March 22. At this time only 8% of LOHS Families have completed the survey, let's get that number closer to 100%! Each survey link is specific to your child's school, so please ensure you complete a survey for each school your student(s) attends. Meanwhile, students will complete their surveys during school hours, and staff will receive a separate survey via email.

ytsurvey.org/lakeoswegofamily24

More About YouthTruth Survey

YouthTruth (YT) is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to leveraging perceptions to drive educational improvements. These perceptions are directly linked to academic outcomes, making your feedback crucial in shaping the future of our schools.

The survey questions are meticulously crafted based on extensive research to address key areas impacting student success. Your responses will inform our strategic planning efforts, curriculum enhancements, and professional development initiatives, ultimately leading to improved practices within our schools.

The survey design undergoes rigorous testing to ensure validity and reliability. Your anonymity is guaranteed, and your feedback on topics such as engagement, academic challenges, relationships, belonging, culture, emotional and mental health, diversity, and inclusion will be instrumental in guiding our decisions.

Should you have any queries or concerns regarding the survey, please do not hesitate to reach out. Your participation is highly appreciated, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your contribution to the ongoing improvement of our learning environment.

Sincerely,

Kristen Colyer

Principal

Monday, March 18 - B Day

- Winter Activities Recognition Assembly during Advisory

Tuesday, March 19 - A Day

Wednesday, March 20 - B Day

Thursday, March 21 - A Day

Friday, March 22 - B Day

It has become clear that 18 year olds checking themselves out of school has become a problem. While it is true that we can't stop an 18 year old from leaving, we will no longer be excusing students who do not pre-arrange their absences. Our handbook states that appointments such as doctors appointments and college visits need to be pre-arranged. What this means is that students who check themselves out without advanced approval, or documentation of an emergency, doctor's note, etc, will be marked as unexcused, they may be assigned a crew time and will not be able to make up missed work or exams in those classes. 18 year old students who arrive late will receive unexcused tardies or absences depending on how late they arrive.

Additionally, 18 year old students who develop a pattern of leaving the building on a regular basis may have their parking permit revoked. If you have any questions, please consult The Pilot or feel free to reach out to Aaron Hollingshead, hollinga@loswego.k12.or.us

Please congratulate the following students for their participation and accomplishments in the Gresham-Barlow Regional Science Expo on Friday, March 8. They all did an amazing job presenting their outstanding work to both judges and the public!

Liam Aranda-Michel:

Project: “A Fresh Bioprinting-Based Workflow for Synthesis & Characterization of Tissue Engineered Vascular Grafts”

• Awards:

• Engineering Category: 1st Place

• OSU General Scholarship Award

• Liam will be moving onto to the State Science Expo in April as well as the INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE EXPO (ISEF) in May - this includes an all expenses paid trip to Los Angeles!

Aditya Malhotra:

Project: “Exo-Tic & Raman Spectroscopy: A Two Step Method for Early Cancer Detection”

• Awards:

• Health Category: Honorable Mention

• Aditya will be advancing to the State Science Expo where he will compete to move onto ISEF

Amandia Scotti & Arada Toloczko:

Project: Nanoparticle-based Combination Therapy Using Doxorubicin and PD-L1 Inhibition to Improve Efficacy and Toxicity in Lung Cancer Treatment

• Award:

• Outstanding Use of International System of Units

Muen Teng:

Project: AI Enhanced Optical Scanning Microscopy - Restoration Transformer Artificial Algorithm for Advanced Image Analysis

• Awards:

• Physical Science Category: Honorable Mention

• US Air Force Outstanding Project

• Muen will be advancing to the State Science Expo where she will compete to move onto ISEF

Also, a quick recognition of some students who placed last weekend at our OMEA district solo/ensemble contest in case you see them and want to congratulate them. :)

1st place, large Treble vocal ensemble: Windjammer sopranos and altos. Ashby Caughey, Shea Bamford, Clare Christensen, MieSo Kim, Zia Murphy, Callie Schmitke, Grace Hoffman, Maddie Vera, Sadie Hovey, Lauren Vance, Leyla Gore, Lucy Lidington

1st place, small treble vocal ensemble: Dockside Dollies: Shea Bamford, MieSo Kim, Lucy Lidington, Callie Schmitke

Last day of school: Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Senior Awards/Honors Ceremony: Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 6:00 p.m.

Senior All Night Party presented by Laker Parent Club: Sunday, June 9 (details below)

Graduation Rehearsal: Tuesday, June 11, 2024, 8:30 a.m. at LOHS (more info to come)

Graduation Ceremony: Tuesday, June 11, 2024, 6:30 p.m. at PSU Viking Pavilion (seniors MUST arrive by 5:45 p.m.)

Note: Each graduate will get 8 tickets with the potential for additional tickets upon request, please watch for a ticket request form in upcoming emails. If you are planning post graduation festivities, we expect graduation to last approximately an hour and a half.

Senior Class is putting FUN in FUNdraiser… Help the Senior Class raise money for their Graduation Party, but not exclusive to the Senior Families!

Tickets to Party Boards are NOW ON SALE:

Sunday Music in the City, Sunday Afternoon, April 28

Mama de Mayo Party, Thursday Evening, May 2nd

Senior Sunset (Senior Parents Only), Thursday Evening, June 6th

Last Day of School Parent Fire Pit, Thursday Evening, June 13th

‘24K MAGIC — Future is Solid Gold | GRAD NIGHT PARTY

Date: Sunday June 9th

Time: Late late Evening

Location: Shhhh it’s a surprise

TICKETS: We are working hard to fundraise and the more Party Board Tickets we sell the less the per person cost will be! So please help us tell people and sell tickets. Tickets for GRAD NIGHT to go on sale mid-April

FOLLOW FOR MORE DETAILS: follow our IG page @lohsclassof24gradnight

SENIOR YARD SIGNS: Stay tuned to purchase your SENIOR yard signs to go ON SALE in April

FUNDRAISING: We’re excited to keep the cost of the Grad Night down (hoping lower than $50 per ticket) through fundraising! Please sign up for party boards, share and encourage others to sign up with you! Link here: https://givebutter.com/8x3CKm

INTERESTED IN GETTING INVOLVED? Visit our Sign Up Genius https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B49ADA92AA3FFC25-48341356-lakers#/ or contact us at lakersgradparty@gmail.com.

Recently, some students have been requesting a second copy of a class-assigned textbook or novel when their original copy is at home. We are unable to check out second copies to students who already have one. We want to ensure fair access of resources for all students and manage our limited inventory effectively.

Some textbooks are available online. Please ask your instructor for help in accessing the online versions if needed.

We also want to remind everyone that if you have lost your Chromebook charger, a replacement fee is required before a new charger can be issued.

The replacement fee of $40 is necessary to cover the cost of the new charger.

Please pay the LOHS bookkeeper if you have lost your charger and are in need of a new one.

LO Robotics & Lake Monsters Robotics is excited to announce our upcoming Open House for students interested in joining a team. We are currently recruiting and interviewing for the next school year. Students who will be in grades 7 th – 12 th for the 2024- 2025 school year are invited to the Open House to meet with team members and their coaches on Saturday, April 3rd at 10am. Teams will present information and show off their competition robots while interviews for the teams will take place in April. The event will be held in Tech Room 3 at 2477 Country Club Road, on the campus of Lake Oswego High School. https://www.lorobotics.org/

As we progress through the school year, I wanted to share a gentle reminder about the importance of allowing sufficient time before deciding to keep your child home from school. We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, and there are times when a student may not feel their best. However, giving careful consideration to the decision of calling your child out of school allows them the opportunity to make the most of their education.

Here are a few things to consider:

• Morning Routine: Encourage your child to establish a morning routine that allows for enough time to assess their well-being and communicate any concerns before the school day begins.
• Traffic: We know traffic gets very heavy during drop off and pick up time, sometimes causing kids to be late. Leaving a few extra minutes early can avoid some of the stress and anxiety that comes with being late. The first bell is 8:20am and the 2nd 8:25am, which is when students are expected to be in their classrooms.
• Communication: If your child expresses feeling unwell, encourage open communication. Sometimes, a brief rest or minor adjustment to their routine can make a significant difference.
• Attendance Impact: Regular, on time, attendance is vital for academic success. Missing class time can affect your child's understanding of the material and their overall educational experience.
• Appointments: Please remember to allow at least 2 hours prior to the requested adjusted release time. Requests should be made through the following means: Calling the Attendance Line 503-534-2329; emailing lohattendance@loswego.k12.or.us or ParentSquare

The following information from Oregon Department of Transportation is intended for all Oregon high schools.

Spring break is a great time for students preparing to get their driver permit to take their Oregon DMV knowledge test online. Here's how students take advantage of this opportunity.

• Students need a laptop or a computer with a webcam, keyboard, mouse, and reliable internet.
• Students who are under 18 will need someone 21 or older to supervise them taking the test.
• After students pass the knowledge test online, they will need to go to their local DMV office with their identity documents to have their card issued; they do not need to schedule an appointment.

Why Take the Test Online?

Testing online allows customers the chance to know that they have passed their exam before coming into the DMV office and the option to test in a familiar and comfortable environment without the pressure of being in an office. This can save people multiple trips into the office if they do not pass the first time.

This is the direct link to the online knowledge test: https://www.oregon.gov/odot/DMV/Pages/Online_Services/Online_Knowledge_Testing.aspx

More Information & Resources

• Learn more about online testing at DMV2U.oregon.gov.
• Use these social media graphics to support your communication efforts about online test taking!
  • DMV Online Testing - English
  • DMV Online Testing - Spanish

• The Oregon Department of Education publishes an annual notice regarding state assessments in English Language Arts and math. Please review the Annual Notice for Statewide Tests for information about why participation matters, the right to opt out, and test windows.

Parents-guardians who have concerns about a student’s well-being are encouraged to reach out to their principal, and to maintain strong lines of communication and partnership between students, families, staff, and other resources. SafeOregon is also an effective way to report a tip regarding safety threats or potential acts of violence to our students or schools. Students should also be aware that intentionally providing a false report is a serious offense. https://www.safeoregon.com/

In addition, below are reporting methods for parents-guardians or students to use to report issues related to racist, bias, or harassment incidents.

High School Report Form