Accepted & Good News

If you have Good News for any of our Tigers or post-high school acceptances 2-year, 4-year, military, tech school, scholarships, etc.) for seniors, please let Theresa Meyer know! Let's fill up the wall!

SVL Fall Registration is Open - Don't Delay!

If you want to register for a Fall SVL class, go online now and secure your spot! Registration will remain open to all until Friday, August 16.

To access the SVL registration system, visit our website at SV 24-25 Fall Registration. Once students complete the online registration process, they will receive a confirmation email with a link to their SVL registration form (accessible for 30 days) for viewing purposes. 

Tiger Closet Needs

The Tiger Closet is looking for donations of new socks/underwear for boys and girls. The Tiger Closet is our free clothing store for our students. You can bring your donations to the LC Public Office. Thank you!

Spring Sports Start Monday

Spring Sports will begin Monday, February 26. There will be Zum buses taking students up to Hart Field after school starting Monday. The buses will start arriving at 2:30pm and they line up behind the LC Fieldhouse on 5th Ave.

The athletic department will be out there to guide students and to hand out “Hart Field Activity Bus” passes so students can ride the activity buses. Buses only take students up to Hart Field (333 E 37th Ave, Spokane, WA 99203) so students will need to get a ride or take the STA transportation home. Any questions, please feel free to reach out to the athletic secretary Jill McKenney, jillm@spokaneschools.org or 509-354-6903.

HOPE Week Sprit Week

Monday, February 26:

~Dress Up - Suicide Prevention colors- purple and teal

~Activity - Hope Squad students will hand out lifesavers for acts of kindness, good deeds, positive attitudes, etc.

~Screenagers movie #2 in the Commons 5:30-7:00pm

Tuesday, February 27:

~Dress Up - Trusted Adult (students dress like teachers, teachers dress like students)

~Activity - Hope Squad students will clip clothes pins with positive messages to backpacks, sweatshirts, etc. and students will continue passing them along throughout the day

Wednesday, February 28: 

~Dress Up - White Shirt 

~Activity - Hope Squad students will have a table full of positive message stickers at the front door that students can stick on their white shirt (or just keep), and we will also be handing out Hope Week cookies during lunch

Thursday, February 29:

~Dress Up - Thrifted Thursday (wear clothes you've thrifted + bring in clothes to donate- box will be by the main doors)

~Activity - Hope Squad students will hand out Laffy Taffy for acts of kindness, good deeds, positive attitudes, etc. 

Friday, March 1:

~Dress Up - Self Care (comfy clothes/PJs)

~Activity - Drawing for Dutch Bros. & Jacobs $10 coffee cards 

SAT Day for Juniors

On Wednesday, March 13, all Juniors will be taking the SAT online (students will need to bring their computer fully charged that day). All other grades will follow a regular Wednesday bell schedule, although some classes on the 3rd floor will take place in rooms different from where they normally are (the affected teachers will inform students about the changes the days before the test). 

On March 6, we will be doing a technology update and test of the SAT app (Bluebook) in 11th grade social studies classes. Students will need to bring their laptop on March 6 and every day until the exam because the app will be doing updates up until test day.

Juniors will report to their assigned room by 7:50am. We are encouraging Juniors to get a good night’s sleep the night before, eat a good breakfast the day of, and remember to bring pencils, water, a snack, and a calculator if you have one to bring (we have a limited supply). Room assignments and movements will be clearly posted and communicated to students at school. Juniors will attend Lunch, 5th, and 6th period after the test.  

Running Start Juniors are all pre-registered to take the SAT, if it works with your college schedule (there is no alternate time/day for this exam). NewTech Juniors will also stay at LC and take the SAT. 

Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy uses your PSAT/NMSQT score to create a customized SAT study plan with sample questions that focus on areas where they need help.

You will receive detailed feedback on your score to identify areas of strength and growth. 

All the Best Tigers on March 13, SAT Day!

Spring Sports Registration

Spring Sports begin February 26, so don't delay in getting your registration submitted! Registration for athletics and activities through FinalForms. FinalForms saves data from season-to-season and year-to-year, meaning families will never need to enter the same information twice. FinalForms also pre-populates data wherever possible, saving time for families registering multiple students.

To get started, click on the Parent Playbook. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click “Use Support” if you need assistance. You may review your data at any time to verify it is current. You will be required to sign your forms once per year and after any update. If you have questions, please email Jill McKenney.

IMPORTANT: You will receive an account confirmation email from FinalForms. Please click the link and follow the steps to login and access your student(s) information.

Registration for spring sports is open now.

Running Start Info Night

Rising Juniors and Seniors - if you are interested in doing Running Start next year, please join us on Monday, March 18, 6:00-7:00pm for an important information night. We will have representatives from the Community Colleges oof Spokane and Eastern Washington University to talk about their programs.

12 Angry Jurors

Tickets are on sale now! The show runs February 29, March 1, 7, & 8 @ 7:00pm and March 2 & 9 @ 2:00pm

LIMITED SEATING! - Seating is limited to 115 tickets per show.

Purchase Tickets during school hours in the Business Office OR at the door on performance dates until we sell out.

Adults: $10.00

Students: $8.00

General admission seating onstage. Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded.

A 19-year-old man has just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father. "He doesn't stand a chance," mutters the guard as the 12 jurors are taken into the bleak jury room. It looks like an open-and-shut case - until one of the jurors begins opening the others' eyes to the facts. "This is a remarkable thing about democracy," says the foreign-born juror, "that we are notified by mail to come down to this place - and decide on the guilt or innocence of a man; of a man we have not known before. We have nothing to gain or lose by our verdict. We should not make it a personal thing." But personal it does become, with each juror revealing his or her own character as the various testimonies are re-examined, the murder is re-enacted, and a new murder threat is born before their eyes! Tempers get short and arguments grow heated. The jurors' final verdict and how they reach it - intense scenes that will electrify your audience and keep them on the edge of their seats - add up to a fine, mature piece of dramatic literature, an experience not to miss!

LC Booster Club

The Lewis & Clark Booster Club is the official fundraising organization for all of the school’s co-curricular activities and athletics. Since its establishment in 1983, LC booster has donated over $1,000,000 directly to 40+ student activities. Activities and athletics including ASB, Band/Orchestra, Baseball, Basketball, Cheer, Choir, Cross Country, Debate, Drama, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Knowledge Bowl, Math Team, Robotics, Soccer, Softball, Sports Medicine, Tennis, Track, Volleyball, and Wrestling have received financial assistance from the Booster Club for uniforms, equipment and other costs that help ensure all LC students can participate in these programs. 

The Booster Club is looking for officers/chairs for our board/committee for the 2024-2025 school year. The following positions will be vacant.       

• Treasurer
• Secretary/Communications
• Fundraising chair
• Auction co-chair
• Spirit gear chair
• Concessions shoppers
• Website coordinator
• Newsletter coordinator

Anyone interested can contact a member of our current board for more information - you can find our contact information here: https://www.lcboosters.org/contact-us/.

Middle School Basketball Playoff Concession Sales (March 15-17)

Please sign up to volunteer to help in our concession stand for this fun and busy basketball weekend!

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0C45AAA62FA0FD0-47536900-202324



Everyone is welcome to attend Booster Club meetings on the 2nd Monday of the month at 7:00pm in room 133.

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• Monday, March 11
• Monday, April 8
• Monday, May 13 - allocation meeting
• Monday, June 10

All LC Booster Club information is on our website or follow us on Facebook @lcboosters. 

Senior Parents

We invite all LC parents to join us for a quick happy hour get-together on March 6, 6-8pm at Lumberbeard Brewery to raise some funds to ensure our 2024 senior class has a safe and fun graduation celebration. Tickets are 2 for $20 or 1 for $15 and can be purchased here. It’s going to be a lot of fun; we hope to see you there!  

LC Art Show

Save the date: LC Alumni & Student Art Show and Sale - May 11 & 12 in the LC Commons. The Class of 1966 is organizing a fundraiser to include alumni from other classes. Our theme is “Building a Legacy”. They want to bring all alumni together to create annual donors for scholarships to The LC Tiger Fund. The Fund gives scholarships to students who have experienced adversity and/or hardships in their lives, have earned good grades through high school, have participated in school and community activities and want to continue their education past high school but have financial needs.

NOW WE NEED ARTISTS - We are searching for anyone who graduated from LC to be part of this worthwhile cause. Please email me at dalfano66@gmail.com with names and phone numbers and/or email addresses of anyone you know who is an artist and went to LC. We will then contact them. We are looking for donations to 100% benefit the fund, or donations where the fund and the artist will split the proceeds. Go here for more information.

Here is an early look at some of the art that will be for sale:

Parent Advisory Committee

All LC parents are invited to join us for our Parent Advisory Committee on the 4th Monday of each month at 6:00pm.



February 26 - Screenagers @ 5:30pm

March 25

April 22

Tiger Fund Scholarship

The Lewis & Clark Tiger Fund Scholarship was started by the LC Class of 1966 in 2006 in order to recognize an LC senior who has overcome personal and/or life difficulties and has made a commitment to furthering his/her education after graduation from Lewis & Clark High School. We know that there are many students who have potential for college success but often get overlooked for scholarship assistance because their GPA did not exceed a 3.5 minimum required for scholarship consideration. We also know that character and desire to improve play a large part in future success in school and life.

Two scholarships will be awarded in 2024 - each will be for $1500. This scholarship is ONLY open to LC Seniors, so don't miss your opportunity to apply. The deadline is April 30. Apply here.

Senior Cap/Gown Orders for Jostens

All seniors who are going through the graduation ceremony must wear an approved cap and gown. Please contact Jostens directly with any questions you may have. Order Online at Jostens.com by clicking the Direct Order Link (cap/gown/tassel package for $53).

We do have limited supply of caps and gowns that students can borrow. See Mrs. Meyer in the Public Office for assistance.

Graduation Honors

At graduation, all Spokane Public Schools use the Latin Honors system to honor our top graduates. This system recognizes the top students using weighted grade point averages. Students have the ability to get three different levels of recognition: Summa Cum Laude (4.3 weighted GPA and above), Magna Cum Laude (4.1-4.299 weighted GPA), and Cum Laude (3.8-4.099 weighted GPA) - GPAs will not be rounded up. These are the same designations that colleges across the nation use to recognize top students. Latin Honors will be based on all high school credits through the end of 1st semester.

Weighted grades are calculated by providing higher points for grades earned in Honors courses and still higher points for grades earned in AP courses:

• Unweighted Courses: A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0
• Honors Courses: A=4.5, B=3.5, C=2.5, D=1.5, F=0
• AP Courses A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, F=0          
• Because SPS uses a +/- grading scale, the above table is only a sampling of options. The easiest way for students to calculate the weighted grade point average is to add .5 to the GPA for honors classes and a 1.0 for Advanced Placement classes.

FAFSA/WASFA Is Open

Here's why completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) is essential:

🌟 Funding Access:

• FAFSA is open, providing access to federal aid, including grants, work-study, and loans. U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and eligible non-citizens
• WASFA opens avenues to state financial aid for non-citizens, including undocumented students, who can't complete FAFSA. It's for those without a Social Security Number but meeting Washington State residency requirements.

🎓 Scholarship Gateways:

• Numerous scholarships hinge on FAFSA or WASFA completion.

💡 Institutional Aid Eligibility:

• FAFSA details may determine eligibility for coveted institutional aid.

🚀 Early Advantage:

• Apply early for priority consideration; some aid operates on a first-come, first-served basis.

💰 Financial Insight:

• Examine your family's financial landscape for personalized aid packages.
• FAFSA opens doors to affordable federal student loans.

💼 Work-Study Prospects:

• The FAFSA paves the way for work-study programs, marrying work experience with financial support.

How to Begin:

• Click here for a checklist of items you will need to complete your FAFSA/WASFA
• Visit studentaid.gov
• Create an FSA ID for both student and parent/contributor at fsaid.ed.gov
• LC will host a Financial Aid Information and completion night on January 18 from 6:00-8:00pm

BigFuture Scholarships/College Planning

BigFuture is a FREE resource from the College Board. The site can help with scholarship searches (23,000 in their database), FAFSA, college searches, college prep, college apps, and career exploration. Completing tasks on the site also make you eligible for BigFuture scholarships.

AP College Credit Search

If you are taking an AP class and wondering what credit the exam will give you with different colleges, check out the FREE AP College Credit Search tool. Select the AP class and the tool will let you know what score you need to earn (on a 1-5 point scale) for any college you are researching.

SAT Saturday Exam Dates

Registration for Saturday SATs is open (all Juniors will take the SAT for FREE in March and the PSAT for FREE in October). The SAT is $60 - register here. You can pick from one of the local SAT test centers - North Central, Mead, Mt. Spokane, or East Valley (LC is NOT a Saturday SAT testing location).



March 9 - register by February 23

May 4 - register by April 19

June 1 - register by May 17

ACT Saturday Exam Dates

Registration for Saturday ACT is open. The ACT is $60 ($85 with writing) this year and you can register here. The ACT website will help you find a testing location (LC is NOT a Saturday ACT testing location).



April 13 - register by March 8

June 8 - register by May 3

July 13 - register by June 7

Attendance

If your child is going to be absent, please call our Attendance Hotline at 354-6968

If your child is going to be late or needs to leave early, please call the Attendance office at 354-6902

If your child will be missing 3 or more days of school, please complete a Prearranged Absence form. Forms can be found in the Attendance Office or here. 

LCTV1 News

Every Monday, we begin Advisory with the LCTV1 News show. Check it out here to see all of the amazing things happening at LC.

Best Buddies Program

Best Buddies is an international program that promotes inclusion between those of all abilities. Eastern Washington is just becoming active in this organization, and LC’s branch was just created this year!

We meet during 2nd lunch on the first and third Thursday of every month in room 005. We also meet in connections. We play games, eat snacks, and talk! If you want to have a fun time and meet new people, we highly encourage you to attend! We will hopefully be getting more involved and putting on some big events in the coming future, but that can only happen with the support of the students here at LC! 

Pay for Yearbook, GSL, & Parking Passes

$42 student GSL Card (required for all students participating in activities and athletics)

GSL Single and Family Passes for 2023-2024 are on sale now at www.shopgsl.com. The sports pass is good for all regular season games at all 16 GSL schools.

Yearbook, yearbook pre‐sales have ended. When yearbooks arrive in June, we will have a limited amount available on a first come, first served basis.

Student ID replacement fees: 1st replacement ID is free, $5 after that. Replacement GSL sticker fee is $20.

The freeway AND meter parking passes are SOLD OUT.

Donate to the Yearbook Fund: Donation to Yearbook fund for students who are unable to purchase one. Every dollar donated helps a family in financial need. Thank you for your donation!

The Tiger Tribune

We are excited to introduce our student-led newspaper - The Tiger Tribune!

The LC Tiger Tribune is an online newspaper that showcases the immense talent and creativity of the student body at Lewis & Clark. In each edition we have reviews, student spotlights, creative writing pieces, and more. We believe that every student has a unique story to tell, and our objective is to provide a space where these stories can shine. Check out all that has been posted at lctigertribune.com!

Buy Your Game Tickets Ahead of Time!

Skip the line and buy your ticket ahead of time!

Click HERE for Hometown Ticketing to purchase a ticket to upcoming LC Games in Volleyball and for the Homecoming Dance.

NOTE: Football and Soccer at One Spokane Stadium use TicketsWest for tickets.

Download the app to help keep your tickets in one place!

After School Homework Center

Tuesday-Thursday - 2:45-3:45pm in Room C119. Help is available every homework center session, but we will have content specific teachers available on focused days if you need help in a particular subject. 

Tuesdays - Math

Wednesdays - Science 

Thursdays - English/Social Studies 

We will also have two Monday-Thursday push weeks where all content focused teachers will be available. They will occur mid Q2 and Q4. Snacks will be provided.

Student & Parent/Visitor Parking

Parent/Visitor Parking: LC does NOT have designated visitor parking, so you can park at any of the metered spots across the street. For after-hours events, you can park for free in any of the parking lots under the freeway. The doors to the Commons building are handicap accessible.

Student Drop-off/Pick-Up: Buses pick up students all around the perimeter of the school. Please do not park in these locations before school/after school. We recommend arriving for pick up after the buses have left at 2:40pm.

Student Parking: LC students can park in the two freeway lots (in front of the Field House and in front of the church to the east). Be sure to display your student parking permit to avoid getting a ticket in the student lots.

The lots under the freeway directly in front of the main building and the Commons and the Field House parking garage are ONLY for LC staff and are monitored and ticketed for cars without staff permits.

Bite 2 Go

Hey Tigs! Bite2Go is an anonymous program our school offers to students who need a little extra food over the weekend. Our 2023-2024 Bite2Go program has started back up again and here are two ways you can sign up. 

Scan the QR code on posters in the hallways or click here. 

Make sure to include the room number and teacher of where you would like the food dropped off when filling out the form! Bags will be delivered to your chosen location on Thursdays!  

Contact Us

Administrators:

• Ivan Corley, Principal - 509-354-6888
• Brandon Bouge, Assistant Principal - Student Services 509-354-7023
• Phil High-Edward, Asst. Principal - Student Services 509-354-6898 
• Janet Lane, Assist. Principal - Curriculum 509-354-6941 
• Theresa Meyer, Asst. Principal - Curriculum 509-354-6976 
• Austin Johnson, Athletic Director 509-354-6967
• Rachel Glines, Principal Assistant 509-354-7002

Counselors:

• 12th Grade: Stacey Donahue, 509-354-5788 
• 11th Grade: Annette Pare, 509-354-6894 
• 10th Grade: Charlene Dupper, 509-354-6897 
• 9th Grade A-J & Special Education: Amy Haghighi, 509-354-6893 
• 9th Grade K-Z & ELD: Emily Magnuson, 509-354-6895 
• College & Career/Running Start: Calvin Bruce, 509-354-6965