February 17
No School

February 18
FFA Week
OSHAA Sectional Girls Basketball

February 19
FFA Week
OHSAA Girls Bowling- HP Lanes

February 20
FFA Week

February 21
FFA Week

February 22
OSHAA Sectional Boys Wrestling
OASSA State Cheer Competition
TBD-OSHAA Sectional Girls Basketball
OHSAA Boys Bowling- HP Lanes
TBD- OHSAA Boys Basketball

February 23
OHSAA Girls Wrestling

February 24
Freshman Schedule Requests during London Possible
Academic Booster Meeting

February 25
Junior ACT
Junior CPR Training
Junior Schedule Requests entered after ACT

February 26
Sophomore Schedule Requests during London Possible

February 28
Eighth Grade Schedule Requests
OHSAA District Boys Wrestling at Wilmington

March 1
OHSAA District Boys Wrestling at Wilmington

March 2
OHSAA District Girls Wrestling at Big Walnut

Other upcoming events
March 6-8- 9 to 5
March 9- Spring Forward
March 14- End of 3rd Quarter
March 17-21- Spring Break
March 28- Report Cards to Families

Student and Parent Handbook

London Unlimited Handbook

Athletic Handbook

Welcome to February!

For underclassmen, all grade levels have had the opportunity to meet with counselors to have sessions about the course guide. Student requests will be entered the week of February 24.

Winter post-season is here. Tournament draws have been made. Griffin Lotton qualified for State Swimming. Girls Basketball started their post season play, and Boys Basketball, Bowling, Boys Wrestling and Girls Wrestling all start their tournaments this week.

Employers, colleges, and military will want to know about your attendance and that you are making a significant effort towards your future self. For our seniors, this is your last semester; make it count. Start planning to make sure you have done all of the necessary things to be able to walk in at Graduation in May.

Go Red Raiders!

-Ryan Rismiller

London High School continues to make strong strives to support students and staff. During the course of the year, London High School with Academic Coaching through Roy Greenlee, we have been able to improve our support of staff. More inclusive discussions have been had in the department hallways and most new staff members are working through RESA with a mentor from their department.

The building has been able to increase technology by being able to provide classroom sets of TI-84 and TI-30 calculators in the math department. This also has assisted the science department with providing calculators. Field trips have also occurred to be able to create real world experiences for students.

Areas London High School wants to continue to build the use of London Possible and building the Computer Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing pathways. London Possible has started to become a time to be able to provide intervention and counseling. For Computer Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing, the building needs to connect with possible partnerships to support credentialing and career development.

Madison County Public Health is running a food drive to support WIC participants and local food pantries during the month of February for National Nutrition Month. They will be collecting food items and gently used cooking supplies. We are listed as a drop off location, but this will only be for LCS students and their families to drop off items during school hours. Community members should be dropping off items at other locations. Public health will be dropping off a donation box and flyer to each building sometime this week and they will be picked up in March. I will let you know if this changes. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns regarding this event at any time.

Reminder to students and families. Cell phones are to be out of sight when students are in hallways and classrooms. This includes airpods. Students will have access to their devices during their lunch.

Schwartz Driving School has opened a location in London. It is located at 167 West High Street. They have also provided vouchers to the school which gives students FREE classroom instruction. The driver's training is at a reduced rate through the voucher. These vouchers can be picked up from Mr. Rismiller. Families will need to call Schwartz Driving School at 614-882-4235 to enroll.

Here are steps you can take to support your child in attending school consistently and staying actively engaged in their education by establishing effective routines:

• Emphasize the significance of getting a good night's sleep: schoolwork engages the brain, and the brain requires proper rest.

• Collaborate with your child to establish a learning schedule that helps them stay organized and set reminders for completing and submitting assignments.

• Supervise your child's online activities, be familiar with their friends, and gain insight into their social interactions.

• Promote physical activity, including activities like walking, running, sports, dancing, and creative outdoor learning experiences.

Winter Transportation Safety Update

As winter weather approaches, London City Schools reminds families to prioritize safety when traveling to and from school. Snow, ice, and reduced visibility can make roads more hazardous, so please allow extra time for travel and remind students to stay alert when boarding or exiting buses.

To ensure smooth and timely transportation, it’s important that students are ready and waiting at their designated bus stops when the bus arrives. Students should not remain indoors as this can delay the route and disrupt schedules for others. Bus drivers will take extra precautions to ensure everyone arrives safely, and families are encouraged to dress children warmly for potential delays.

If weather conditions impact school schedules, updates will be communicated via our website, social media, and local news outlets.

Together, we can keep our students safe and on schedule this winter!

Children need healthy meals to thrive and succeed in school. London City Schools is proud to offer nutritious meals to all students each school day. Breakfast is available for $1.75 at London Elementary School (LES) and $2.00 at London Middle School (LMS) and London High School (LHS). Lunch is $3.00 at LES and $3.50 at LMS and LHS.

Your child may qualify for free or reduced-price meals based on your household's income. The reduced prices are $0.30 for breakfast and $0.40 for lunch. To see if your family qualifies, please complete the 2024-2025 Free and Reduced Meal Application included in this packet.

For more information, you can visit our food service page or contact Kari Brickman at (740) 852-5700 ext. 3025 or by email at kari.brickman@london.k12.oh.us You can also reach her by mail at 380 Elm St, London, OH 43140.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter. Ensuring your child has access to healthy meals helps support their learning and success at school.

Sincerely,  
Kari Brickman
London City Schools

Important Reminders About When to Keep Your Child Home

To help maintain the health and safety of all students and staff, please review the following guidelines:

• Fever: If your child has a fever today, they should not attend school tomorrow.

• Medication for Fever: If you are giving your child Tylenol or Motrin for a fever today or to help them "make it through the day," please keep them home.

• Diarrhea or Vomiting: If your child experiences diarrhea or vomiting today, they should stay home tomorrow.

With flu season in full swing, we are seeing many children with symptoms such as those mentioned above. To prevent the spread of illness, we kindly ask you to keep your child at home if they are unwell.

If you are unsure whether your child should attend school, feel free to contact the clinic at the school they attend for guidance.

Additional Important Reminders:

• Contact Information: If your contact information has changed, please update it with the school building(s) your child attends to ensure we can reach you in case of an emergency.

• Cold Weather Preparedness: As temperatures drop, please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather. This includes a warm coat, hat, and gloves.

Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe, healthy, and prepared during this season!

- Elizabeth Kennell, District RN: 740-852-5700 ext. 1067
- Monica Surrell, LPN (LMS): ext. 3073
- Baylee Semler, Nurse Aide (LHS): ext. 4055

Biking to school is a fun and healthy way to start your day! To stay safe, always wear a helmet and ensure your bike has working brakes and reflectors. Stick to bike lanes or paths when available, and remember to stay to the right and ride with the flow of traffic. Be sure to stop at all stop signs and traffic lights, and use hand signals to show drivers where you're going. Stay alert and aware of your surroundings, and always watch for cars and pedestrians. Let’s make sure your ride to school is a safe one!