CALENDAR OF EVENTS
February 24 - Current 9th Grade & new 10th-12th Grade Orientation (see below for more info)
February 25 - Current 9th Grade & new 10th-12th Grade Orientation (see below for more info)
March 1 - Tentative date to move to hybrid learning
March 5 - Teacher Professional Learning Day - NO SCHOOL
June 21-22 - Windstorm make up days (school year extended by 2 days)
FROM THE PRINCIPAL'S OFFICE
Years ago, when our littles were really little, I spent one summer at home with my then 7-, 5-, and 2-year-old, getting our basement playroom all set up with “stations”.

I had Lego stations, literacy stations, number stations, an art easel, a play kitchen, and I think I had a computer station where I was sure that my youngest would learn fine motor skills playing a charming little computer game called “Melody Mouse.’”

I worked on it for days, hanging station labels from fishing line tacked to our ceiling tiles, going without sleep well into the night so that I could tape off station borders on the floor.

It looked like Ikea had a baby with Montessori.

I was so proud of the little space.

I brought my kids down to their new “special place” for the big reveal.

Emma burst into tears, crying about the wretched old bean bag chair that had been her reading corner, replaced now with a book case and wooden rocker. Mac took up several Legos and started bazooka-ing them at the station labels hanging from the ceiling, using a paper roller tube he stole off of the easel as his launcher. Duncan took a couple passes at Melody Mouse and then toddled off to my husband’s home computer to play Lemmings – a game much better than “Meddy Mouse” which was “stupid and for babies!”

It was crushing, but it was one of those epiphany sorts of moments as I realized how much of a high strung little mom I was : I was a control freak.

I realized then that it wasn’t teaching that had made me a white-knuckled manager of all the things.

Nope. I was a white-knuckled manager of ALL THE THINGS and so I went into teaching.

It was a lesson in real humility and started me on a deliberate path to “let go” of a lot of the control issues that I had surfaced.

It’s funny now, because before Covid, I would have told you that I “used” to be pretty Type A, but that I was now very easygoing and fine with uncertainty.

I would have been lying.

As we are leaning into getting our facility ready for your Tigers, I keep finding my old micromanager self rearing her ugly head.

I want us to have answers to every inquiry, assuage every anxiety, anticipate every hiccup, prepare for every contingency, and make sure every I is dotted and T crossed.

We are close, but I have to remind myself daily that we are going to experience surprises, manage situations that we didn’t see coming, continue to love kids when the restroom lines are long and when the masks feel weird.

Bottom line – we will be more than ready. We will experience some adventures together. We will keep your kids and our staff safe. We will laugh and we will only let the obsessive control freak principal out to triple check the safety stuff. That stuff NEEDS obsessive triple checking.

Otherwise, we will focus on loving up the kids we have missed so very much when they return.

Marybeth Smith
LC Principal
PREPARING FOR RETURN TO LC!
Register to Ride the School Bus: Secondary students must register to ride the bus. This can be completed on the district website at spokaneschools.org/busregistration. Find the link on the SPS homepage (look for the school bus icon!).

Secondary SpED students are already being rerouted for a March 1 match of the new secondary bell times. Families will be notified of the reroute info.
Please also let the transportation team know if you have students who may have special circumstances or may be in need of specialized transportation due to their educational schedule.

For all students riding the bus, the COVID Safety Tips are located on the bus registration page.
Hybrid Learning Cohorts: We will be sending all current Tigers an email next week that lists their cohort, their current schedule (with room numbers so they can find their classes), entry door info, and lunch info. Keep an eye out in your Outlook email for this important information.

In order to ensure social distancing when we return to in-person learning, students have been divided into 2 cohorts based on the last digit of the home address.
  • Even numbered addresses (ex. 1546 E 5th) are in the A cohort
  • Odd numbered addresses (ex. 1567 E 5th) are in the B cohort

At this time, there is NO notation in PowerSchool, Clever, or Teams that shows the cohort, it is solely based on address. On the PowerSchool screen that lists periods, there is an (A) next to the period numbers, this does NOT indicate cohort (it is just a quirk of PowerSchool and it has no meaning).
REGISTRATION!
THERE IS STILL TIME TO REGISTER, PLEASE GO ONLINE TO YOUR POWERSCHOOL TODAY AND ENTER YOUR COURSE REQUESTS!

Registration for Fall 2021: We are at 66.10% of all LC students for next year registered in PowerSchool! (grade level breakdown: 11th - 74.4%, 10th - 78.4%, 9th - 77.6%, 8th - 33.5%).

9th-11th Graders: If you have questions, contact your counselor directly with registration questions.

8th Graders: 8th Grade Information on Course Choices and How to Register:

PowerSchool: In order to prepare for registration, it will be important for you know your login and password to PowerSchool and you can get into the program (the login/password is different from your Clever/MS365 login/password).
  • Directions: Using a computer (not your phone), go to PowerSchool and try log in (do not try the links to reset it yourself, they do not work and be sure to use the link above and not access through Clever or using a Google search for PowerSchool which may take you to a different district's servers).
  • If you get in, you're good to register! Please write down the login/password in case you forget it. There is a chance that even if you know your login/password, it might take you to a screen that says "an administrator has changed your password". You will need to select a new password, so just follow the directions on the screen and enter your current password, then choose a new one that is 8 characters or more.
  • If you can't get in, your password will need to be reset. Click on the link below to send an email to Mrs. Meyer. Provide your name and simply ask for a password reset.

Choice Transfer Requests: If you are looking to choice transfer to a different SPS school, the Choice Transfer Applications will open February 8 - March 8. To apply, go here and click on Apply.

Registration Resources: We are posting information on the www.lctigers.com and in the Lewis and Clark HS TEAM to share information. Students can view registration forms for their next grade level and documents from elective teachers that share the highlights of their classes. Students will use the registration forms for planning purposes but will not be submitting hard copies this year. They will enter all of their registration requests into PowerSchool in February. You can access the information and forms below for your planning:
Course Registration Forms: These forms list all of the classes LC offers to students (the district catalog lists all classes that could be offered in the district, rely upon our forms for LC specific classes). USE THIS FORM TO GUIDE YOU IN YOUR COURSE SELECTION!

Course and Program Information:

Need help? Email [email protected]!
ACCEPTED & GOOD NEWS
Accepted: The Accepted Wall is filling up with Senior celebrations! Please let Theresa Meyer know when you have been accepted to a post-high school institution (2 year, 4 year, military, tech). Please include scholarship information so we can share the good news! Let's fill up the wall!

Good News: If you have good news to share, please send it to Theresa Meyer to be included in the LCNYCU.
Accepted: LC Senior Anna Atkison has been accepted to Gonzaga University with the Trustee Scholarship for $84,000 over four years. Go Bulldogs!
Accepted: LC Senior Macey Grant has been accepted to Washington State University and the University of Oregon. Go Cougs and Ducks!
Accepted: LC Senior Emma Osborne has been accepted to Gonzaga University with the Trustee Scholarship for $96,000 over four years. Go Bulldogs!
Accepted: LC Senior Elliana Schmidt has been accepted to Eastern Michigan University, Washington State University, and Eastern Washington University. Go Eagles, Cougs, and Eagles!
Accepted: LC Senior Benjamin Whitney has been accepted to Brigham Young University - Provo and Brigham Young University - Idaho. Go Cougars and Vikings!
Good News: Congratulations to our talented and skilled musicians who have been accepted to:
  • All-Northwest Orchestra - Jeslyn Cai, violin
  • Accepted to All-State Orchestra - Serena Wen, violin

Due to the uncertainty of the Covid-19 pandemic, the WMEA has decided not to hold any in-person or virtual student events. Instead, they are recognizing those who would have been accepted for their high level of musicianship.Congratulations!
2020-21 Speech & Debate Tournament Season: After months of careful consideration, the local speech & debate coaches made the decision to host all the 2020-21 GSL Speech & Debate Tournaments online for middle school and high school students due to the ongoing pandemic.
 
Every day bears out the importance of teaching speech and debate at our schools. Our mission remains the same: to connect, support, and inspire a diverse community committed to empowering students through speech and debate. The GSL State Tournament offers students an unparalleled platform to share their stories and speak up on the issues they care about, and we (the coaches), stay committed to giving students that opportunity through an online state event. 
 
We are proud to announce that the following students will be representing Lewis & Clark High School at State Speech and/or Debate:
 
Speech State March 13, 2021
  • Original Oratory qualifiers: Sophia Avery & Siena Roberts
  • Extemporaneous Speaking qualifiers: Jonathan Crowley, Alan Zeng, Jeslyn Cai, & Aleksander (Sasha) Sharman
 
Debate State March 19-20, 2021
  • Policy Debate: Jonathan Crowley & Aleksander (Sasha) Sharman
Good News: As you know, it’s been a difficult year for our students and local families who are living with a daily fear of the eviction moratorium ending, not being able to pay the household bills, and losing power & utilities.

That’s why this month, Spokane County Educators are again supporting SNAP (Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners). SNAP is a local non-profit organization that has been helping the Spokane community for over 50 years – our Spokane Educator’s Competition LightsOn Campaign (Round Two!) is helping families and individuals in Spokane pay their power bills and keep their Lights ON. Can you help us support them by donating today to our LightsOn Campaign?

You can help our students, their families, and our Spokane neighbors in need by choosing the school that you want to support and donating at: https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/LightsOn
The competition ends on February 26. Prizes go to the winning schools’ staff members!
Thank you, in advance, for your generosity! Even if you are not able to donate, please follow and share us on Facebook and Instagram!

Sincerely, 
LCHS Educators Andrea Bass, Mark Robbins, and Jennifer Showalter - Lights On Campaign Coordinators
 
Want to learn more? Watch this year’s fundraiser kick off video: https://youtu.be/H7unWrwFJ3w 
INFORMATION
Sports Updates: We are excited to announce that the Greater Spokane League, in collaboration with the WIAA, has approved adjustments for the league to the current WIAA Season #1. Click here for the Greater Spokane League press release. Season #1 sports start dates are as follows:

Football will start February 15 and end April 11. Competitions can begin in Phase 2.
 
Girls Soccer will start February 22 and end April 11. Competitions can begin in Phase 2.
 
Cross Country will start February 22 and end April 11. Competitions can begin in Phase 1 without spectators.
 
Slow-pitch Softball has been moved to a later season that will be opposite Fast-pitch Softball.
 
Register for Volleyball, Football, Girls Soccer, or Cross Country today at FamilyID.com. A current sports physical and GSL card are required to participate. Purchase GSL cards online or in the LC Business Office.
 
We look forward to a safe and healthy sports season. Go Tigers!
 
LC Athletic Director: Dave Hughes (509) 354-6967 [email protected]
LC Athletic Secretary: Jessica Wahl (509) 354-6903 [email protected]
Current 9th Grade and New 10th-12th Grade Orientation: All current 9th graders and new 10th-12th graders have received an email from Mrs. Pooler regarding orientation visits next week on February 24 and 25. If you have questions please contact: [email protected].
Tiger Closet Volunteers: Volunteers are needed to help organize the LC Tiger Closet so we are ready for school to re-open. We need people to help sort and fold clothes. We are also in need of donations of hoodies - Large, XL, and XXL! If you can help, please contact Kris Crocker at: [email protected]

The Tiger Closet allows any LC student the opportunity to "shop" for a variety of clothes - all free of charge!!! Please help us continue this great tradition.
SAT School Day for Juniors Update: In consultation with the Spokane Regional Health Department’s guidance and each high school principal, it was decided to cancel the district’s SAT School Day administration this school year.
 
In prior school years the SAT School Day has been a valuable opportunity to support all students having as many post-secondary options as possible. This school year there has been some understandable shifts from colleges and the following are important points to consider:
 
Students who still wish to take an SAT Saturday test should reach out to their counselor or Mr. Norton for more information on using waivers or getting financial support to cover the cost of an SAT test.
LC Booster Club: The LC Booster Club has been busy! Read the January Newsletter for information on upcoming meetings, Senior All-Nighter, and Spirit Gear. Click here: LC Booster Club January Newsletter

The Lewis and Clark Booster Club has established an on-line store at https://lcboosterclub.square.site/. This is a great place to do some holiday shopping. We will ship the merchandise to your home or you can come to LC and pick up your items at the book room. Enjoy doing some holiday shopping and support our students at LC. Go Tigers.

Booster Club Meetings: All LC parents are invited to attend our Booster Club Meetings. All meetings at 6:30-7:30pm. Visit www.lcboosters.org to learn how to join.
  • March 8 - TBD
  • April 12 - TBD
  • May 10 - TBD * this is an allocation meeting
COLLEGE & CAREER
FAFSA: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now OPEN! It is highly recommended that all LC Seniors file the FAFSA. It is the first step in getting financial aid -- including grants, scholarships, work study, and loans - from any college, technical school, or career training program. Go to to www.fafsa.gov. In order to file the FAFSA, both the parent and student must first create FSA IDs. Learn more about FAFSA by reading 101: FAFSA. Do you need help with filing out your FAFSA? We have a great video resource for you from the Washington Student Achievement Council - FAFSA Line by Line - this video will point out common mistakes, tell you the information you will need to complete the FAFSA, and walk you through every single line in the application. You can also reach out to Mr. Norton for help on FAFSA, college apps, and scholarships!
SFCC - We have a place for you! Do you dream of being a graphic designer, psychologist, engineer, artist, actor, office assistant, educator, photographer, chemist, musician, or so many other possibilities?

We can help you reach your dreams of college and a career.

Join Us Online to explore Spokane Falls Community College.

Take a campus virtual tour, ask our students  about campus life and learn about our programs from our awesome Faculty, You might just find your place!

February 23, 2021 - 1:30-3:00pm
Senior Remind Group: Seniors are encouraged to join the Senior Remind Text Group to receive updates through out the year on college deadlines, scholarships, college visits, the high school & beyond plan, and more. To receive messages via text, send a new text to the number: 81010 and in the message, enter this as the message: @lchsccr-21
College & Career Videos: Jeff Norton, our College & Career Specialist is creating videos on the college application process:
REMINDERS
FamilyID Athletic Clearance/Registration: FamilyID is a secure registration platform that provides an easy, user-friendly way to register for activities, while helping us to be more administratively efficient and environmentally responsible. When you register, the system keeps track of your information, so you only have to enter it once for multiple uses, family members and programs. If you do not have Internet access, you can use a computer at LC. The first time you register, it is recommended that you use a computer. After that, registrations can easily be done on your phone. If needed, paper packets are still available in the Business Office. Register at:
  1. Go to: https://www.familyid.com/organizations/lewis-clark-high-school
  2. Open an account using a valid email and password of your choice
  3. Within minutes, you will be sent a link to begin registration
  4. After selecting your program and completing registration - CONFIRM REGISTRATION
  5. You will see a confirmation page and you are IN!!
Bite2Go Program: Lewis and Clark High School aspires to bring meal security to eliminate the nutritional gap of students. We intend to fulfill this goal with the Bite2Go program, which is a program run by LC DECA members meant to help get food to students for the weekend. Students can sign up here.
Follow Us: Follow us on Facebook and YouTube!
Absences: If your student is going to be absent, please call our attendance hotline to excuse the absence at 354-6968. Please leave a message with your name, your student's name, clearly spelling out the last name, how long your student will be absent, and the reason for the absence. An unexcused absence will generate an automated phone call home. If your child is going to have an extended absence, please have them go to the Student Office to pick up an Extended Absence Sheet to give teacher advanced notice of the absence.
Donate to the Student Assistance Fund: When you come in to pay student fees in the Business Office, please consider donating to the Student Assistance fund. This fund helps needy students pay for the required class fees and athletic fees. Every dollar donated goes directly to LC students.
Administrators:

Counselors: To schedule an appointment with a counselor please contact our Guidance Secretaries: Julie Croteau 354-6966 or [email protected] or Annette Gregory 354-5680 [email protected].
LC Counselor Distribution:


School Support:
  • Absence Hotline: parents can call us at 354-6968
  • Main Office: 354-7000
Non-Discrimination Statement: Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, ADA Officer, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer and/or 504 Compliance Officer:
o  504 Compliance Officer: Jodi Harmon, 509.354.7269
o  ADA Officer: Stephanie Busch, 509.354.5993
o  Affirmative Action Officer: Nancy Lopez-Williams, 509-354-7285
o  AHERA Officer: Robert Findley, 509.354.7143
o  ALE Officer: Gwen Harris, 509.354.7393
o  Certification Officer: Cindy Coleman, 509.354.7318
o  Claims Agent: Salliejo Evers, 509.354.7250
o  Contract Officer: Cindy Coleman, 509.354.7318
o  Copyright Compliance Officer: Mark Martell, 509.354.7212
o  Equal Opportunity Officer: Nancy Lopez-Williams, 509-354-7285
o  Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer: Jodi Harmon, 509.354.7306
o  Personnel Officer: Nancy Lopez-Williams, 509-354-7285
o  Public Records Officer: Terri LeFors, 509.354.7395
o  Safety/OSHA/WISHA Officer: Salliejo Evers, 509.354.7250
o  Secretary, Board of Directors: Dr. Adam Swinyard, 509.354.7268
o  Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer: Jodi Harmon, 509.354.7306