Welcome to families newly added to our distribution list! Kang Crier is a bi-weekly newsletter created by LWHS PTSA to share relevant and valuable information with the LWHS community and will be distributed every other Sunday throughout the school year. For previous issues and to see future distribution dates, click here.

Pass The Pouch

The Lake Washington High School PTSA is more than meetings—it’s parents, teachers, staff, and students working together to enrich every Kang’s experience. Pass The Pouch is the annual fundraiser for LWHS PTSA and each year we depend on this fundraiser for our entire operating budget. We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and could not exist or achieve our goals without the dedication of our volunteers and your generous donations.

LWHS PTSA invests nearly $60,000 annually to fill gaps in public funding in ways that enhance the experience of our students, teachers/staff, and community:

• Students: $35,500+ in grants for classroom projects, clubs, enrichment programs, college prep workshops, scholarships, and practice SAT/ACT tests.
• Teachers & Staff: $18,000+ for appreciation events and grants to enhance teaching.
• Community: $6,000+ for programs and events that bring us together and create a strong school culture.

But none of this happens without YOU. Memberships and donations are our lifeline, and our annual “Pass the Pouch” is the ONLY fundraiser of the year.

Anyone—parents, grandparents, students, or staff—can join and/or give. Your contribution directly impacts our students’ education, health, and well-being. Please reach out to Susan Davis, Fundraising Chair, at fundraising@lwhsptsa.org with any ideas or questions regarding the use of donations.

Together, we can make a difference—thank you for your generous support!

Dear Kang Families, 

Thank you to all of the families who joined us for Curriculum Night last week! Your presence and engagement help make Lake Washington High School a strong and welcoming community. We’re grateful for your partnership and encourage you to watch for more opportunities to connect with us — including upcoming Kang Coffee Hours and Parent Learning Walks.

We also extend a heartfelt thank-you to those who volunteer their time, donate to classroom “wish lists,” and supply our never-ending need for facial tissue. Your support directly impacts our students and staff every day, and we appreciate you more than we can say.

E-Bikes on the Rise: Safety First for Our Students

We’ve seen a noticeable increase in the number of students riding e-bikes to and from Lake Washington High School. E-bikes are a convenient and environmentally friendly way to travel, and while this growth is exciting, it also comes with responsibilities.

To help keep everyone safe, we’re asking students and families to review these important safety measures:

• Wear a properly fitted helmet every ride.
• Follow the rules of the road. E-bikes must obey traffic signals, stop signs, and pedestrian crossings.
• Ride predictably. Stay in bike lanes where available and signal turns.
• Slow down in congested areas. High speeds can surprise drivers and pedestrians.
• Walk your bike on campus sidewalks. Bikes should be walked—not ridden—on sidewalks and walkways to keep pedestrians safe.
• Lock your e-bike securely on campus. Use sturdy locks and park in designated bike racks.
• Keep entrances and walkways clear. Bikes parked in front of doors can block emergency exits and create fire hazards.
• Stay visible. Use front and rear lights, especially in low-light conditions.

Because of this increased use, we’re partnering with our PTSA to source additional bike racks on campus. This is truly a “good problem to have” and we’re excited to support our students’ healthy and sustainable transportation choices while keeping our school safe.

Thank you for partnering with us to promote a culture of safety and responsibility.

Go Kangs!

Dr. Christine Bell

Principal, Lake Washington High School

DELIVERIES:

• No food deliveries for students are allowed (DoorDash / Uber Eats, Starbucks, etc.) If a delivery is attempted, we will not accept it.  LWHS is not responsible for any deliveries or drop-offs of food left outside of the main building.
• Students, please refrain from messaging parents to bring filled water bottles or breakfast to be dropped off at the front desk. We do not have the storage nor the ability to deliver these items.
• For devices dropped off from home, such as laptops or cellphones, we can send a pass for the student to come and pick them up.

HEALTH RELATED:

• If a student is not feeling well, they should communicate with their teacher and be dismissed through the health room for proper documentation. Please remind your student of this procedure.

Thank you for your support of these procedures.

We need a few volunteers to help with re-takes. Please check out the SignUpGenius here.

For students needing picture re-takes and students who missed picture day, plan to take your picture on Monday, October 20th. You will be called down for pictures by last name.

• IF GETTING A RE-TAKE, please bring your original order with you.
• Running Start students needing ID can also get your picture and badge between 8:30am and 12:30pm. Check in at the office first!

Ordering Information Reminder: Parents can order online at mydorian.com before picture day and up to two days afterwards. 

College & Career Center Updates

We can be found on the LWHS website under College & Career. The LWHS Calendar of Events, college and career exploration information, financial aid and scholarship info, and more can be found on the website. Follow us on Instagram @lwhscollegecareer to stay up to date with the College & Career Center (CCC).  

Upcoming College Visits in the CCC (open to all!)

*All visits listed are either before school or during lunch, unless noted as a homeroom option on Fridays at 9:30am.

Sept 22, 8am: University of Chicago

Sept 22, 10:50am: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Sept 23, 8am: Baylor University

Sept 23, 12:20pm: The George Washington University

Sept 24, 8am: Johns Hopkins University

Sept 24, 1pm: Western Washington University

Sept 25, 8am: Southeastern University

Sept 25, 12:20pm: Macalester College

Sept 26, 8am: Colby College

Sept 26, 9:30am: Kenyon College (sign up on flexi for College & Career)

Sept 26, 11:50am: Palm Beach Atlantic University

Scholarship Information

Click on this scholarship link to find a list of 15 Scholarship Programs available to LWHS students. More than 670 Individual Scholarships will be distributed through these 15 Programs!

Questions? Contact Alex Clark-McGlenn, aclarkmcglenn@lwsd.org

College & Career Specialist 

Staff Appreciation October 29th: Donations & Volunteers Needed

Help us treat our fantastic LW Staff! PTSA is requesting food donations and volunteer help for our next Staff Appreciation event, to be held on Wednesday, October 29th. We will be "Celebrating Fall with a Cornucopia of Tasty Treats (No Tricks!)" Please check out the SignUpGenius here.

We extend an open invitation to every family to get involved with PTSA because together, we can achieve more! We absolutely love our PTSA volunteers, but there is no volunteer requirement to join. Joining PTSA means you support our mission to support our students and our school community.

By becoming a member and donating, you play a pivotal role in turning this year's goals into reality. We eagerly anticipate welcoming YOU as a valued member!



Do You Have a Senior Applying to College?

College Essay Workshop connects trained coaches with students to help edit and refine their essays and personal statements. Encourage your student to join us!

Select dates and times available; 3 different ways to get support!



1. Virtual: Check availability and schedule a Zoom session via Signup Genius
2. CEW Offline: Beginning September 29, we’re excited to share a new way to support your senior: Coaching support via email with a 48-hour turnaround - give it a try!
3. In-Person: LWHS students can take advantage of weekly in-person support!

When: We meet every Wednesday at 1:30pm

Where: In-Person, outside the College and Career Center

How: Drop-in sessions are always available—first come, first served.

Prefer to reserve a spot? Click here to book an appointment.