College visits Monday, November 20th to Friday, December 1st:

11/20/2023 12:05pm Bellevue College

11/28/2023 11:30am Pacific Lutheran University

12/1/2023 3:30pm UW Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering

Did You Know?

Did you know Bellevue College works closely with the University of Washington Seattle to support potential transfer students? In fact, there is a Bellevue College-UW Seattle transfer guide. Click here to view it.

ASB (Associated Student Body or student council) is hosting the 2023 LWHS Winter Market, a farmer's market-style event to celebrate the coming of winter! There will be a variety of vendors selling merchandise, art, food and goods. All students, parents and the entire community are invited.

• Where: LWHS Commons
• When: Thursday, December 7th
• Time: 4:00 to 6:30pm

Please join us to celebrate the holidays! If you would like to reserve a stall for your business, please contact 2023 Winter Market Chair Keira or Mr. Grundl.

As I look at the calendar I see that we are already firmly in the middle of November. First quarter has ended, the stunning red and golden leaves are nearly gone, the rain has returned. As ever I am keenly aware of the blessings in my life and thankful for the people who make up our community - YOU!

As your PTSA President I have witnessed and taken part in many opportunities to serve the LWHS community. PTSA sponsors Coffee with Christine, Teacher/Staff Grants, Teacher Appreciation, College Application Workshops, Senior Party and a host of other activities and community building events. None of this would be possible without YOU! You are the reason we are successful in giving back.

It is through this lens that I am also able to say, thank you! Thank you for giving your time, talent, and financial contributions to keep our PTSA going. I am especially thankful to the following donors: The LWHS Class of 1973, who upon celebrating their 50th high school reunion in August, donated to the LWHS community:

• $500 for Music Boosters
• $500 for Theatre/Drama
• $500 for PTSA Council-wide senior scholarships
• $1500 for Teacher/classroom grants

I am also happy to report that YOU donated nearly $13,000 in Pass the Pouch funds this fall. After matching gifts are tallied we expect that number to rise to nearly $15,000! As a community we have much to be thankful for. But donations alone are not enough to keep our community moving forward. It is the combination of time and talent, when added to donations that really make the magic! Whether you are a regular contributor, a single time volunteer, or have yet to contribute, there is always space for YOU! We are happy to meet with you, know you, and celebrate all we collectively have to be thankful for at LWHS. Best wishes for a happy, healthy, and thankful Thanksgiving!

In Community,

Colleen Rutherford

LWHS PTSA President

Please help us show appreciation and love during this holiday season to the staff and teachers at our high school! The LWHS PTSA Staff Appreciation team will be hosting a Cookies and Hot Cocoa party on Wednesday, December 13th at 2:00pm: sign up here to provide donations of cookies and other treats.

Questions? Contact Beatrice Joe and Brandi Comstock

Graduation will be on Friday, June 14, 2024 at the UW Alaska Airlines Arena; time is still TBD. Senior families, make sure to check out the LWHS Graduation Information webpage for cap and gown ordering, various yearbook submission deadlines, and other graduation details.

For an overview of all the various events during Senior Year, check out the LWHS PTSA webpage, Seniors: The Year Ahead.

Based on the 1967 coming-of-age novel by S.E. Hinton, Christopher Sergel's stage adaptation deals with real people, seen through the eyes of young Ponyboy, a Greaser on the wrong side of life, caught up in territorial battles between his tough, underprivileged family and friends and the have-it-made rich kids, the "Socs." While the novel is widely read in middle school classrooms, the play carries a PG rating due to content including violence, murder, and suicide; minimum recommended viewing age for The Outsiders is 10 years.

Tickets on sale now! Additional information on the LWHS Theatre Website. 

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LWHS PTSA is looking for adults to provide brief senior portrait sessions for students in need.

We know many parents in our community are skilled amateur photographers: if that describes you, would you be willing to volunteer your time and talent to help seniors gain access to this tradition? Some seniors might not be able to afford portrait sessions, and your help could make a difference in their lives.

• Our goal is to give these seniors a portrait that they would be able to use for the school yearbook...and also to give them a keepsake from this very exciting milestone year!
• The deadline for yearbook submissions is January 5th, 2024, so all portrait sessions would need to be completed before the December winter break.
• We want to emphasize that you don't need to be a professional photographer: we're just looking for folks who are good with a camera.

Please let us know if you're interested in helping out, and we'll reach out to you to figure out a schedule that works with your availability: sign up here.

Are you ready for an adventure-filled winter season? Look no further, as we bring exciting news your way! The High School Ski Bus program is coming to LWHS this year, so gear up for an incredible journey on the slopes. Whether you're an experienced skier or a complete novice, this program offers something for everyone. 

What is the High School Ski Bus Program? 

The High School Ski Bus Program is brought to you by Webbski Ski and Snowboard School. This afterschool program is a fantastic opportunity for students to embrace the joys of our NW winter by experiencing the thrill of skiing and snowboarding, creating lifelong memories, and building camaraderie with fellow students. Here are the details: 

• The Ski Bus & Lesson Program is run by Webbski Ski and Snowboard School
• Registration Forms specific to LWHS students can be found in the LWHS front office
• Registration Deadline: December 13th or as soon as the bus fills up
• Dates: Starts Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024, and runs for 5 consecutive weeks
• Lessons (optional): Webbski offers ski and snowboard lessons. The lessons are 75 minutes and then students can free-ski/snowboard or eat, etc. until it is time to leave
• The Cost: $436 for lessons and transportation OR $250 for just transportation. Lift tickets and gear rental are not included
• Time and Date: The bus picks up in front of LWHS on Wednesdays after the 1:25pm release. Equipment and kids are loaded at that time. The bus leaves at 1:40pm and drives directly to Summit Central at Snoqualmie and returns ~8:30pm. 
• Where do Kids Ski? Summit Central, including Silver Fir Chair and Lodge
• Can I Chaperone? Yes! Contact Cristy if you are interested in being a parent chaperone and getting a free lift ticket!
• Ski Bus Program contacts: 
• LWHS Ski Bus Program Chairman (parent volunteer): Cristy Burgan Anderson, 206-954-0005, Cristy.Burgan@gmail.com 
• Webbski Ski School main office: 206-782-5641, info@webbski.com 

* This event is not sponsored by LWHS PTSA 

This summer, LWHS science teachers Ashley Zydel, Ryan Palmer and Ronica Wilson are guiding a curated trip to the Canary Islands, while teachers Alisa Kathol and Emily Gamache are leading a trip to England. These are travel opportunities tailored for LWHS students, but are not sponsored by the school or district nor by LWHS PTSA.

* Informational Meeting: Wednesday, December 6th at LWHS, time TBD

DECA, an internationally recognized club focused on business and marketing, is the largest club at LWHS. In order to compete in our Area 3 competition on January 10, 2024, we need volunteers to act as organizers, timekeepers, and judges. Area competition is the first level of competition that students go through. LWHS will compete against other LWSD schools as well as Northshore and Mercer Island School Districts. 

LWHS DECA is required to bring around 50 volunteers in order to run the events that are assigned to us and for our students to be able to compete in this first level of competition. No prior business or marketing experience is necessary!

What: LWHS DECA needs volunteers for our Area 3 competition

Date: Wednesday January 10th, 2024 

Time: 7:30am - 2:30pm

Where: Meydenbauer Convention Center - Bellevue, WA

Why: Support and grow the next generation of professionals in the areas of marketing, management, finance, hospitality, and entrepreneurship.

Questions? Interested? Contact Chase Fetters and Mr. Green.