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LHS Raider Review

London High School Newsletter- Week of January 8, 2024

Events

January 9
Basketball with Graham
Board Meeting

January 11
Bowling at Graham

January 12
Boys Basketball at Bellefontaine

January 13
Wrestling at Licking Valley
Girls Basketball at Bellefontaine
Boys Basketball with Whitehall Yearling

January 14
Girls Wrestling at Mechanicsburg

January 15
No School

January 16
Bowling with Urbana
Basketball with Shawnee

January 17
Bowling at Tecumseh
Boys Basketball at Bexley
Girls Basketball at Indian Lake

January 18
Boys Wrestling at Triad

January 19
Boys Basketball at Tecumseh
Swimming with Ben Logan/JA/SCC

January 20
Wrestling at Miami Trace
Girls Basketball at Kenton Ridge

Principal Message

Dear High School Student Families,

We are in full swing of the second semester of the 2023-2024 school year. Winter sports are in the second half of their seasons.

Starting the week of January 15th, we will be starting the scheduling process for the 2024-2025 school year. Additional dates and details can be found below in the Counselor Corner section of the weekly update and also on our social media platforms.

We are also trying something a little different for scheduling Parent Teacher Conferences. We are using Digital Booking pages to assist with reserving time slots for the teachers you would like to meet with. Conferences will be February 1st, 1:00-7:00 and again February 6, 3:00-6:00.

Please also check that your contact information is correct through Final Forms. We will be receiving Fall State Test Scores, preparing for the Spring ACT, working through scheduling and much more that we want to make sure you are getting connected with the details.

Looking forward to a great week!

Go Red Raiders!

-Ryan Rismiller

Senior Headshots
Click the image above to be able to share your senior headshot. Senior photos due by April 1st.

ATTENDANCE MATTERS: LCS PARTNERS WITH STAY IN THE GAME NETWORK TO HELP ADDRESS CHRONIC STUDENT ABSENCES

Here are some steps you can take to support your child in attending school regularly and staying engaged in their education:

  • Celebrate the significance of staying engaged and learning every day with your child. Infuse joy into the learning process!

  • Engage in a conversation with your child's teacher or principal to discuss attendance and any challenges your child may encounter in staying actively involved in their education.

  • Stay well-informed and thoroughly grasp the learning platforms your child utilizes. Familiarize yourself with accessing important information like attendance, assignments, and grades. If you require assistance during this process, please don't hesitate to reach out to your child's school office or classroom teacher.

  • Keep a close eye on your child's learning pace and progress in all their courses, including attendance, participation, and performance. Don't hesitate to reach out to their teacher for assistance when needed.

attendance

A quick update from Nurse:

As cold and flu season is upon us, feel free to ask any questions about when to keep your child home from school. If your child hasn't received a flu shot yet, it's not too late—contact their pediatrician or check with the Health Department. Remember, keep your child home if they have a fever, vomiting, diarrhea, persistent cough, or respiratory issues. Encourage good handwashing to prevent illnesses. 

Elizabeth Kennell, RN
District Nurse
London City Schools
elizabeth.kennell@london.k12.oh.us
740-852-5700  ext. 1067
fax 740-845-3283

Update from Transportation

The commitment to prioritize the safety and security of your child, as well as that of our entire community, remains unwavering. We sincerely appreciate your collaboration in establishing a secure and efficient transportation experience for all stakeholders.

Allow us to reiterate a few procedural reminders aimed at enhancing safety during your child's transit:

Appropriate Attire Adherence: It is recommended that your child be attired in warm clothing, encompassing coats, hats, scarves, and gloves, especially during inclement weather at bus stops. Should your student require any of these items, please reach out to the office. It's important to note that blankets are not permitted within the bus.

Punctuality Protocol: Ensuring your child arrives at the designated bus stop a minimum of five minutes in advance each day is crucial. Punctuality plays a pivotal role in preventing instances of panic, bus pursuit, or inadvertent interactions with traffic.

LHS Spring 2024 Parent Teacher Conferences

February 1, 2024- 1:00-7:00

February 6, 2024- 3:00-6:00

For this session of Parent Teacher Conferences, we are trying digital appointment booking. Conferences will still be in person. Please do the following to reserve a spot.

  • Check ProgressBook for your students' teachers.

  • Choose your student’s teachers you want to see. 

  • Choose the date you want to visit teacher- February 1st or 6th

  • Choose the time you want to meet with the teacher. 

  • Type required information and click book. This will reserve the time slot with this teacher. If a time is not available, the teacher is already scheduled for the time slot.

Billiter-Hallowes

Clark

Dumolt

Flores

Golde

Haller

Karl

Logue

Miller

Navarrete

Shafer

Spiess

Truck

Boggs

Clines

Duncan

Freer

Goudy

Hiles

Kugler

D. Long

Montoya

Sambas

Siders

Spring

Van Dyke

Blanton

Coudret

Ellerhorst

George

Gwinn

Jackson

Leeth

K. Long

Moser

Sarensen

Snyder

Tanner

White

Counselor Corner

Scheduling
January 24
ACT
CCP Night
Requests

Celebrations

Heisman

Scholarships

Fastweb
London City Schools Scholarship Page
Raise.me
Studentscholarships.org

Scholarships in order of deadline
January
Ohio Farm Bureau - Applications open Jan. 2024
Ohio Pork Council - Jan. 5, 2024
National FFA Organization - Jan. 11, 2024
Ohio Soybean Association - Jan. 12, 2024
February
Ohio FFA Foundation - Feb. 1, 2024
Ohio Agricultural Council - Feb. 15, 2024
March
April
May

Resources
Financing College Night- FAFSA Night Presentation

The College Tour
Flip The Page

Opportunities

Community Service- The United Way often has opportunities to receive hours.

London High School
Community Service Webpage

Madison County Prevention Youth Ambassador

  • Ambassador Application

  • Informational Flyer

  • Parent Guardian Consent Form

  • Virtual Agreement

Wittenberg University Percussion Ensemble- Grades 7-12- Application due February 12, 2024

Special Olympics
Wildcard Wednesday

Links for Families-

  • Free and Reduced Lunch Form

  • London Unlimited Handbook

  • SOS Program- Opt Out-Sophomores

  • SOS Parent Care Giver Handout

  • Student Athletic Code of Conduct

  • Student Handbook

Enhancements to Safer Ohio School tip line include new options for reporting school safety concerns

In addition to calling and texting the state's free Safer Ohio School Tip Line (1-844-SAFEROH), recent changes now enable Ohioans to report school safety information using a new smartphone app and online web form to quickly report concerns. The tip line is staffed by crisis response professionals who are trained to help individuals contemplating self-harm.

ProgressBook

First time user-

Returning user-

  • Contact Dana Snyder to set up your account dana.snyder@london.k12.oh.us

  • If you have or an account and don't remember the username, please contact Dana Snyder dana.snyder@london.k12.oh.us to have your account reset.

Resources for Students

  • 988 Lifeline- Helpline provided to prevent suicide and help with mental health

  • Common App- This is used for sending transcripts to colleges.

  • SaferOhio- Free safety resource and anonymous tip line.

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