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Lathrop Lowdown

Lathrop High School, Vol.1, Ed.1 - August/September 2023

LathropLowdownLathrop High School, Vol.1, Ed.1 - August/September 2023
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A Message from the Principal

Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year! On behalf of the staff, it is my pleasure to welcome all students and families back to Spartan Nation. We are excited to have students back on campus filling the classrooms and hallways with energy and excitement for learning. As our mission says, we strive to provide each student with a comprehensive education in a safe and supportive environment that promotes critical thinking, self-discipline, and personal accountability. Our teachers are committed to engaging in professional learning communities to ensure high levels of learning for all students through a guaranteed viable curriculum. We also believe that school connectedness is an essential component for student success and offer clubs, art programs, Career and Technical Education programs, sports, and other school activities.


Thank you for partnering with us to ensure your student’s academic success. I sincerely hope that you find the Lathrop Lowdown Community Newsletter (thank you to our LHS Leadership students for naming our newsletter) a helpful tool for keeping informed and up to date on the events and activities at Lathrop High School.


Thank you,

Dr. Melissa Beattie, Principal

Meet Our Administration Team

Ms. Alle Birakos, Activities Director

Ms. Denna Crowe, Assistant Principal

Dr. Melissa Beattie, Principal

Ms. Heather Anderson, Vice Principal

Mr. Chuck Selna, Vice Principal/Athletics Director

Meet our New Teachers

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Mr. Aron Lopez

Social Science
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Ms. Candy Jara

Biology
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Mr. Chris Chilles

Math
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Ms. Ines Melchor

Special Education
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Ms. Laura Ferguson

English
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Ms. Shyra Swanson

Life Management/FCCLA
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Athletics

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Upcoming Events

  • August 16, 2023 Back to School Night 5:00PM-7:15PM
  • August 18, 2023 JV/Varsity Football vs. Sierra with Tailgating for Spartans at 6:00PM
  • August 23-25, 2023 Club Rush in the quad at lunch time
  • September 6, 2023 UC Santa Barbara Presentation for 11th & 12th (sign up in Teams)
  • September 8, 2023 Coffee House, 7:00PM in the Theater
  • September 11-15, 2023 Homecoming Week
  • September 29, 2023 Respect the SHIELD Assembly
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RESPECT The SHIELD

At Lathrop High School, “Spartans Honor Integrity, Engagement, Leadership, and Determination.” These character traits are infused into our instruction and celebrated through our Student – of - the - Month program and our biannual Respect the Shield Assembly.


How do you respect the SHIELD?

Highlights From Spartan Nation

LHS Student-Parent Handbook 2023-2024
Click here for access to our LHS Student-Parent Handbook.
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The vision of Lathrop High School is to be a united team preparing all students for life beyond high school; becoming a place of synergy and energy in all aspects of school culture and a community of excellence: making LHS a school that is recognized for high quality academics and strong programs.


The mission of Lathrop High School is to provide each student with a comprehensive education in a safe and supportive environment that promotes critical thinking, self-discipline, and accountability. Lathrop High School strives to prepare its students with the skills and abilities to be successful and becoming contributing members of their communities.