February 12
Bowling with Northeastern
LHS Athletic Boosters
LHS Music Boosters

February 13
LCS Board Meeting

February 14
Girls Basketball with West Jefferson

February 16
No School for Students or Teachers
Swimming at OHSAA District Meet

February 17
Boys Wrestling at CBC Championships at Indian Lake
Girls Wrestling at Delaware Hayes Invitational
Boys Basketball at Grove City Christian School

February 19
No School- Presidents Day

February 22
Boys Bowling at OHSAA Sectional

February 23
Boys Basketball with Lancaster High School

February 24
Wrestling at OHSAA Sectional
Girls Bowling at OHSAA Sectional
Girls Basketball with Columbus East- OHSAA Tournament

Dear High School Student Families,

We continue to work through the scheduling process for the 2024-2025 school year. This week students entered their requests. Students were sent an email with a username and password that they will use for entering their requests with the counselors this week. Friday, parents were also sent a website, username and password with a set of directions to be able to see their requests. If you did not receive this email, please update your contact information in Final Forms. If there are questions or concerns, please reach out to our counseling department.

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.

Drivers must adhere to posted school zone speed limits and exercise heightened awareness, particularly in the vicinity of crosswalks. Students are reminded to activate the crosswalk button, which functions similarly to a cell phone and responds to touch by a bare hand, and to exercise caution by checking for oncoming traffic before entering the crosswalk.

Looking forward to a great week!

Go Red Raiders!

-Ryan Rismiller

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

Absences can be sneaky and build up quietly. Missing even two days a month can put students significantly behind. Being on time for class, engaging the entire day and missing as few days as possible sets students up for success.

Reminder of start times:

London City Schools to Cancel Classes on Monday, April 8th

After ongoing consultation with the Madison County Emergency Management Agency, the London City School District is canceling classes for all schools on Monday, April 8th, 2024 due to the Solar Eclipse. Despite the district being at the southern edge of totality, the area is expected to be heavily impacted by solar tourism on this day.

The district is planning to provide students and families with resources to make this day meaningful. Lessons on the eclipse, frequently asked questions and general information can also be found on the Ohio Department of Education’s 2024 Solar Eclipse webpage.

A quick update from Nurse:

With cold and flu season here, please reach out if you have any questions about when to keep your child home from school. If your child is one who gets a flu shot, and hasn't gotten theirs yet, it's not too late. Reach out to your child's pediatrician and the Health Department offers them as well. 

As a reminder, if your child has one of the following, they should stay home. 
Fever
Vomiting 
Diarrhea
Cough (that is persistent or disruptive to your child's learning or the learning of others)
Respiratory issues

Of course to help and try to keep all of the mentioned above at bay, good and frequent hand washing is so important. Please remind your child of this and our amazing teachers and staff will be helping to reinforce good handwashing as well.

For our elementary students, please make sure they have a warm coat along with a hat and gloves (if needed) as there will be outdoor recess as long as weather allows. AND, please make sure your child has an extra set of clothing in case of bathroom accidents, spills or wipeouts on the playground. If your child has an extra set of clothing, it will save you a trip to the school. 

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.

The London City School District is again partnering with JASON Learning to provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience for one London student and one London teacher this school year. Named after the mythical Greek explorers, the Argonaut program is an opportunity for one London Middle School or one London High School student to work with students and scientists from across the country to learn more about Design Thinking, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. JASON Learning will officially conduct two expeditions in 2024, and the pre-application form is now open! 2024 expeditions have been selected and the choices are….

•  Sky Islands BioQuest: Exploring Arizona's Bug Diversity Amid Climate Change near Tucson AZ, June 17-22, 2024 

• Houston: Design Thinking, Innovation, & Entrepreneurship. Houston TX, July 15-19, 2024 

JASON will match the future Argonauts to the most suitable expedition.

The experience and trip are free to the chosen student and provided as part of the district’s partnership with Jason Learning. For more information about 2024’s expeditions, click here.

The Argonaut Program is for teachers and middle and high-school-age students. Students must be 13-17 years old at the time of the expedition. Students interested in earning this opportunity must complete an application no later than Friday, March 15. The application includes a quick pre-registration, which is due March 1, and then a more lengthy application that includes the submittal of a video explaining their interest by March 15. Students interested are encouraged to get started on the application immediately! Any student or teacher interested in applying should also contact Mrs. Pritchard (kylie.pritchard@london.k12.oh.us) who will provide small group and individual help sessions for students as they complete their applications and can answer any additional questions.

Good luck Raiders, make us proud!