Stevenson High School
November 15, 2024
Principal's Note:
Dear Spartans
Thank you to the LPS Education Foundation for providing grants to SHS. Your continued support of the Livonia Public Schools community is greatly appreciated. Thanks for all that you do!
LPS Foundation GRANT Winners
Ms. Lamb
- Grant Amount: $400.00
- Purpose of Grant: Table Improv Games
Ms. Ware
- Grant Amount: $2,500.00
- Purpose of Grant: Stainless Tables & Stools
Did you know?
The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget Michigan Center for Data and Analytics is sharing the most recent analysis in the following three documents. All publications can be found on the Michigan Center for Data and Analytics website at michigan.gov/mcda.
• Michigan's Hot 50 Through 2032 – This publication highlights Michigan’s high-demand, high-wage careers, and shows a favorable mix of projected long-term job growth, annual job openings, and median wages through 2032.
• Regional Career Outlooks Through 2030 – These publications provide multiple lists of in-demand occupations through 2030 by education and training requirements and highlight the most in-demand Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) occupations for each of Michigan's prosperity regions.
• Annual Planning Information and Workforce Analysis Reports 2024 – These reports provide economic and demographic data and analysis for the 16 Michigan Works! areas. This information assists with regional and local plans for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
2024-25 Stevenson Family Survey closes Monday
All the best!
Pete Mazzoni
Go Spartans!
📅 Dates to Remember
15 AP TESTING REGISTRATION FINAL DAY (w. late fee)
15 Instrumental Music Marathon 5:00pm PAC
25 NHS Annual FLEECE & THANK YOU - 5 to 8 pm - Comp Gym
27-29 NO SCHOOL - THANKSGIVIG BREAK
6-7 Fall Play 7:00 PM / 1:00 PAC
11 Band & Orchestra. Winter Concert 7:00 PM PAC
18 Vocal Music Holiday Concert 7:00 PM PAC
19--20 1/2 Day AM Only - CSA
23--31 NO SCHOOL; Winter Break
8 PTSA 6:30 & BOOSTER 7:15 Meetings
9 End of 2nd MP|1st Semester
10--13 NO SCHOOL - Teacher Workday | PD
13 SENIOR ALL NIGHT PARTY PARENT MEETING - 6:30PM Com Room
15 Blood Drive - All Day Comp Gym
20 NO SCHOOL; Martin Luther King Day
28 Solo Ensemble Clinic 6-9 PM PAC
29 Incoming 9th Grade Night 7:00 PM
2024-25 Bell Schedules HERE
Stevenson Art Department Trip to the Detroit Institute of Arts
Stevenson Skilled Trades Career Fair
Stevenson H.S. is hosting a Skilled Trades Career Fair during all three lunches on Thursday, November 21st. Representatives from Trade Schools, Apprenticeships & other postsecondary opportunities will be on site to discuss benefits & requirements of various careers in the trades. Students are encouraged to stop by & network, ask questions and leave with next steps towards a promising career in the skilled trades.
NHS Annual FLEECE and THANK YOU EVENT - Nov 25th
National Honor Society is excited to once again host Fleece and Thank You! If you (and your family, friends, or anyone!) is looking for a meaningful, fun service opportunity, we would love for you to join us! Our goal is to donate 200 blankets to local children's hospitals. Our event is on November 25th, from 5-8 p.m. in the Competition Gym. We will have snacks/beverages available. If you would like to donate, your blanket will be made by a student here who maybe didn't have the money to pay for a blanket on their own.
NIKE Tech Gear Pre-Sales
The Spartan Corner is excited to announce that they are offering a pre-sale for new SHS Nike Tech gear. Come to the store or message the Spartan Corner your interest via Instagram.
Pre-order the New Nike Tech today! Pre-sale ends on November the 21st! 50% or payment in full due at time of order. Head to the Spartan Corner during any lunch if you have questions.
Livonia Education Foundation Grant Recipients
Ms. Lamb
Ms. Ware
2025 Yearbook Orders
Stevenson yearbooks will be on sale for $70.00 thru Monday, November 15, 2024.
Starting on Monday, November 19, 2024, the cost of a yearbook will increase to $80.00.
To purchase a Stevenson Yearbook, please visit the Balfour website at: https://www.balfour.com/
Balfour will send a confirmation receipt,
please keep for yearbook pickup and your records
Additional information may be obtained on the
SHS website (under the "student" tab)
PLEASE KEEP YOUR RECEIPT – It must be presented for yearbook pickup!!
Questions, please contact Mr. Sean Horgan at: shorgan@livoniapublicschools.org
Livonia PTSA Council is hosting their Youth Making a Difference (YMAD) program this year! This program encourages and recognizes volunteer efforts by K-12 students. Many students are already doing the work and this is a great opportunity for them to be recognized for their efforts. Participation is optional, but a commitment form is required.
If you would like to participate, please fill out the form below and return to Nikki Watson (chairperson). Send an email with a screenshot of the commitment form marked Stevenson PTSA YMAD by Feb.3, 2025. Only those that turn in a commitment form by that date will be able to attend the celebration, no exceptions. Invites and recognition certificates will be sent home prior to the celebration. Celebration details will be sent to those that choose to participate.
Please keep track of & take pictures of activities for display at the celebration. Typically displayed on poster board. Any act of service or volunteering big or small counts!
Please email Nikki Watson at lilnikki922@gmail.com the commitment forms and/or any questions.
Thank you,
SHS PTSA
2024-25 YMAD Celebration: April 23 from 6-8 p.m.
Know a Family in need of Assistance?
LIvonia Goodfellows Can Help
If you are a Livonia resident needing holiday assistance for your children, or know of a Livonia family with children who are in need of assistance, please contact the Livonia Goodfellows at 313-438-0862 or print out an application. Online applications can be found on the Livonia Goodfellows Christmas Assistance Page. All applicants MUST BE a resident of the City of Livonia.
If you are able to provide the Goodfellows with monetary assistance or adopt a family, CLICK HERE to view information on how to help.
SHS ABSENCE PROCEDURES
Parents/Guardians are required to contact SHS regarding their student’s absence by completing this Report an Attendance form by 1pm on the day of the absence. If a student falsifies this information through the Google Doc or phone, the student may receive consequences.
All absences are recorded in the ParentConnect program which can be viewed by parents/guardians using the designated login. If a student has an unexcused absence in one or more hours, an automated message will be sent to the home of the student via the designated phone number or email address. Please refer to the SHS Attendance Policy.
ARRIVING LATE TO SCHOOL
Students who arrive more than ten (15) minutes late to1st hour should check-in with our security team (Blueline) or the Attendance office (main office) office. The parent or guardian should report late arrivals using the Google Doc here. Students who miss fifteen (15) minutes or more of a particular class period will be marked absent for that class.
CHECKING OUT OF SCHOOL
Students who need to check out during the school day must have a parent/guardian report their absence here to get a pass before school begins or bring a note from their parents or guardian to their Assistant Principal's office prior to their first hour. The note must contain the name of the student, date of absence, time of departure, parent signature, and contact number. Students who miss fifteen (15) minutes or more of a particular class period will be marked absent for that class. To avoid disrupting class, students checking out early should check out between classes at their assistant principal’s office. Please refer to Stevenson Bell Schedule. ALL students must check out through their Assistant Principal's office if leaving early regardless of age.
When Should I Keep My Child Home?
High school students and families interested in learning more about the Michigan Achievement Scholarship are encouraged to attend an informational webinar provided by MI Student Aid.
Participants will be able to gather the following information:
- Information about the NEW Community College Guarantee
- Michigan Achievement Scholarship eligibility requirements
- Michigan Achievement Scholarship award amounts
- Important action items for students and families
- Additional resources and program information
All sessions are free of charge and open to the public. Register for one session only, as space is limited.
Become a Stevenson Booster Club member this 2024-2025 school year:
How do I become a member?
https://shsboosterclub.memberhub.com/store/items/843578 it is the easiest way to support our fundraising efforts. The yearly membership fee is $20 and 100% of the money raised goes directly to our students, clubs, teams, classes and more. Your membership allows you to vote on funding requests presented at our monthly meetings. We will not bombard you with emails or texts and you are not required to attend meetings.
For more information or for answers to general questions, please email: boosterclub.spartan@gmail.com
SENIOR ALL NIGHT PARTY COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Stevenson High School PTSA Sign up
Click below to select your PTSA Membership.
Career Counselor - Information about Career Awareness
Athletic Passes
We will continue to sell Family Passes for $90, but we have DECREASED student passes from $45 to $20. Come back to the Athletic office during the school day or inquire at any sporting event.
Spartan GoFan link can be found here for all of our events. When redeeming your GoFan ticket, please do not submit your ticket(s) until you are AT the gate with ticket personnel. Screenshots will not be accepted.
Know before you go which payments are accepted
Admission Price per Event NOW $6
Final Forms
OK2SAY
It's okay to ask for help
Care regardless of insurance
Easy access to care
CALL#888-515-0595
or go to
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
LPS E-Backpack Mail
Click on the E-Backpack graphic to visit the LPS E-Backpack, a place where you can find electronic flyers for programs and events geared toward kids. If you have a program that you'd like to advertise, please email your flyer to Stacy Jenkins at sjenkins3@livoniapublicschools.org.
Come and join the best team around!
LPS is hiring for several positions in the Student Services Department.
Visit www.livoniapublicschools.org/careers to learn more!
Adlai E. Stevenson High School
Email: stevhs@livoniapublicschools.org
Website: https://www.livoniapublicschools.org/Page/51
Location: 33500 Six Mile Rd, Livonia, MI, USA
Phone: 734-744-2660
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevensonhighschool
Twitter: @shs_spartans