Weekly Update

As you know, SMCPS has been focusing on reinforcing the school cell phone policy, which requires that all cell phones be turned off and kept out of sight during the school day. This means no cell phones or bluetooth headphones/earbuds are permitted to be used (they cannot be visible) in classrooms or in the hallways/bathrooms between classes.

On the very first day of school, our Assistant Principals conducted grade level assemblies in the Auditorium to review this policy with students.

We want to make sure students and parents/guardians have a clear understanding of cell phone expectations.

1. At the start of 1st period, all cell phones are required to be turned off and stored away, out of sight. This includes bluetooth headphones/earbuds.

2. Cell phones & headphones will need to remain turned off and stored away, out of sight, until the start of lunch. This includes between classes, in hallways, and bathrooms.

3. During lunch, students will be permitted to use their cell phones in accordance with the SMCPS student handbook.

4. At the end of lunch and the start of 7th period, all cell phones are required to be turned off and stored away, out of sight. This includes bluetooth headphones/earbuds.

5. Cell phones & headphones will need to remain turned off and stored away, out of sight until the 2:45 (the dismissal bell). This includes between classes, in hallways, and bathrooms.

Watch the video message (below) from Dr. Scott Smith, Superintendent of Schools.

We will begin One-Hour Lunch on Monday, August 26. For those new to one-hour lunch, this means all students have a one-hour lunch period after 5th period from 12:07PM-1:07PM. Continue reading below for more information.

9th Grade Students

Important, 9th grade students will report to their Freshmen Advisory every day for A-Lunch beginning Monday August 26 through Friday, September 6. For B-lunch you will report to the cafeteria to eat. Click here to see where you need to report.

Use this document to plan where you will go for lunch each day!

We will be sharing more information about clubs and activities during One-Hour lunch over the next two weeks; until then, please review the One Hour Lunch Presentation and Information by clicking the button below.

Our amazing LHS mentors have been trained and are ready to give our newest Raiders a great start! Freshman Advisory begins on Monday. Please note that cell phones are not permitted during this time since advisory is not officially a time to eat lunch.

Click here to see where you need to report.

Please reach out to your student’s first period teacher for the parent code if you are not yet registered for a parent account on Schoology. Follow these instructions to register.

Due to safety concerns and the demands on the main office, we do not accept food deliveries of any kind. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Need new Raider apparel??? Check out our new school store at www.leonardtownspiritwear.com

Pick your clothing, choose a design, and it will be shipped directly to your house. Check weekly for new sale items!

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Students will need permission to use Google's Additional Services. Please click on the links below.

The AUP is linked here as well as the information Specific to Google.

Technology related questions? Need tech help? Click the button below for more information.

MTSS stands for Multi-tiered Systems of Support which promotes school improvement through engaging, research based academic and behavioral strategies/practices. LHS is a Tier I and II school. We are focused on positive behavior and community engagement. Our acronym to teach and exhibit positive behaviors is STRONG.

Please fill out the parent survey below help us improve MTSS at LHS. Make sure to include your child's name and ID # so they can receive STRONG Bucks.

On October 9, 2024, LHS will give the PSAT for free to all 10th grade students. If you are in 10th grade, you will be automatically registered for the test. 11th grade students who want to take the PSAT will need to complete this form by August 29, 2024. Rising 11th graders will not be able to take the PSAT unless they complete this form by August 29, 2024.

Students who receive 504 or IEP accommodations do NOT automatically get accommodations on College Board exams like the PSAT; they must be requested. Requests for accommodations must be submitted to the College Board for approval, and should be done before August 29, 2024. Email Ms. Bridges (kjbridges@smcps.org) or Ms. Gretton (vngretton@smcps.org) for a consent form to request accommodations.

Juniors who register will need to attend a digital readiness check in the auditorium on Thursday, September 26th during lunch. Please restart your school-issued laptops prior to the digital readiness check and submit any help desk tickets for laptop issues HERE.

Parents who are dropping students off at school in the morning should use the parking lot lane closest to the building. Please do not park in in a space and wait to drop your student off. Unfortunately, parking is very limited for both students and staff. Utilizing extra parking spaces for this purpose can create an issue where there is nowhere for staff or student drivers to park. Additionally, please do not drive down the middle parking lot lane in order to drop a student at school. We appreciate your help!

Students, please make sure your laptop is charged each day. Bring your charger to school in case your battery runs out.

Need to purchase a laptop charger?

You can do one of two things:

1. Go the the Media Center in your School. They can assess you a fine so that you can pay using My School Bucks.
2. Go directly to the DELL store. You can purchase directly from their website and have it shipped to your home.

Ensure one of these links are being used:

www.dell.com/mpp/smcps (click Shop Recommended Solutions to get to the discounted power cords)

www.dell.com/mpp/smcps-chargers (leads directly to the purchasing portal)

More helpful links for technology can be found at the bottom of the newsletter!

• Here Comes the bus
• Bus Routes
• Bus Stop change-request form
• Transportation Forms

Bus passes should only be requested when students have a change in physical address or when there is an emergency situation and a student needs to ride a different bus or get off at a different stop. Bus passes will not be granted for students simply wanting to go visit with a friend.

Need to obtain a bus pass?

Visit this site to submit a request electronically, or parents can write a note or send an email to Ms. Revis at btrevis@smcps.org. All relevant information must be included in the written request.

Bus Information includes: Student name, address, parent phone number, existing bus stop to be used, bus #, date, medical concerns, destination address, destination phone # and reason for the pass.

Website: https://schools.smcps.org/lhs/
Location: 23995 Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650, USA
Phone: 301-475-0200
Twitter: @LHS_SMCPS