Lindbergh High School

January 7 Updates

* Late Start Days - Jan. 8, 15, 22.   School starts 8:50am.

* No School Jan. 18 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday), and 29 (Teacher Training Day).

Need information on emergency school closures due to bad weather?
The Public Schools Emergency Communications System (PSECS) web site at http://www.schoolreport.org provides a report of school schedule changes due to adverse weather conditions and other emergency situations for member school districts, colleges and private schools.
From the Renton School District's "FAQ" page.

Talent Show Applications - Deadline Extended to Jan. 13, 2010

The Lindbergh High School Talent show will be held on March 11th.  Applications are available in the Main Office for those LHS students that would like to try out.  Applications will be due on January 13, 2010.

For any questions regarding the Talent Show, please contact Christina Allen at Christina.allen@rentonschools.us, or 425-204-3170.  Thank you!

LHS Yearbooks!

Yearbooks are on sale for $65.00 until January 15, 2010. After that time, a limited quantity will be available for $70.00.  They make wonderful gifts.  The senior PDA’s (pages dedicated  to a senior for a personal display of affection from family) are also due by the January 15th, 2010 date.  Questions, contact Sally Turnell at Sally.Turnell@rentonschools.us

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Annual ELL Test
Our annual Washington Language Proficiency Testing (WLPT) window is scheduled for February 8 – March 5. According to state and federal guidelines, all English Language Learners must be assessed annually whether they are receiving direct services or not, until they reach proficiency.  This test measures students' oral language, reading, and writing skills in English. Your child will be given the test in a group setting and/or individually at your child’s school during the school day by a trained staff member. The results will be sent to parents in June.

Prueba Anual de ELL [Spanish Translation]
Nuestra Prueba Anual de Habilidad de Idioma de Washington (WLPT) está programada para Febrero 8 - Marzo 5. Según las pautas estatales y federales, todos los Principiantes de Idioma inglés deben ser evaluados anualmente ya sea si reciben los servicios directos o no, hasta que ellos logren la habilidad. Esta prueba mide a los estudiantes las habilidades del idioma oral, lectura y la escritura en inglés. A su niño se le dará la prueba en grupo y/o individualmente en la escuela de su niño durante el día escolar por un empleado entrenado. Los resultados serán enviados a los padres en junio.
Vickie Damon | Director of Categorical Programs, Renton School District | 425.204.2410

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Dancing Through the Decades!

Lindbergh High School’s 2nd Annual Dance Competition
Saturday, January 23, 2010
LHS Gymnasium
A Celebration of Dance!
Competition Starts at 1:00pm

Trophies will be awarded in each competition category and awards will be handed out for the most spirited team and drill downs.  You can look forward to great food, a fun atmosphere, and various vendors!

Questions?  Contact Celeste Blay at Celeste.Blay@Rentonschools.us
Phone Number: 425-204-3177

Grad Night 2010 News

 
ALL-NIGHT 2010 GRAD PARTY
TICKET ORDER FORM
NOTE:  We need this payment by at least 75 students, otherwise we will have to cancel Grad Night plans!
Attention Parents of Seniors:

The All-Night Senior Grad Party is an event that the senior class parents organize and is not a school-sponsored event.  The goal is to provide a fun, safe, supervised, and sober graduation celebration with all-night entertainment.  

The event takes place on the night of graduation beginning at about 10:00 p.m. with organized bus transportation picking up students, traveling to surprise destinations with entertainment, food, and music, and then returning them early in the morning of the following day.  The party is designated as drug and alcohol free.  For security reasons, no "in and out" privileges are extended.

How big an event, where it is held, and what is offered is totally up to US – the senior parents!

• Attend a meeting.  (Held the first Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in Room 210A.  Next Meeting:  Feb. 1, 2010)
• Support our ongoing fundraisers.  (Currently selling Lindbergh logo jersey pants and flip-flops.)
• Purchase your student’s ticket.

 
TICKET ORDER
___Yes, I would like to sign up my future grad to participate in the Class of 2010 All-Night Grad Party to be held Tuesday, June 15, 2010, 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.!  Please complete form and mail to our treasurer with your check:
Cathy Sheridan
4759 Shattuck Place S., Unit B102,
Renton, WA  98055.
e-mail: nowepnwp@msn.com
Telephone: 425-226-4063 H

ParentName__________________________________
Student Name ________________________________

Address______________________________________
City, Zip_____________________________________

Phone___________E-mail_______________________

Total Amount Enclosed $___ [Checks payable to “LHS Grad Night 2010”]

__ Full ticket price: $200          __ Deposit: $100 by 11/15/09 with $100 balance due by 1/10/10.

GRAD NIGHT GENERAL FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES (For ALL Grad Night Committees)

Dealing for Dollars

West Coast Entertainment offers an opportunity to pay down the ticket price.  They are in need of Blackjack Dealers for their party events this holiday season, and are willing to train Grad Night parents to work at these parties.  For each night, you will receive a $50.00 credit, which will pay down your total ticket price.  Kids 16 years and over can train with their parents/guardians.

The biggest benefit for participating in "Dealing for Dollars" is that you can have the entire ticket paid off, with no cost to you.  Training is free.  For example, one couple worked together at the holiday events.  At $50 per person, per event, they paid off their child's ticket in just two events!  To sign up, or for more information, contact Carrie at sidekik@msn.com.

PTSA News.

Membership

Thank you so very much to all the parents and staff who have joined!!!  If you still have not joined yet, please contact Carrie Wong at sidekik@msn.com, for a membership form - just type "Send LHS PTA Membership Form" in the subject line, and one will be forwarded to you.  Thank you for your continued support!!!
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PTSA LHS Guide for Parents

If you are a new (or even returning) parent to LHS, the PTSA has a "2009-10 Guide for Parents" available.  The Guide is a brief summary of the structure of parent organizations, along with a list of sports, clubs and activities offered at Lindbergh.  If you would like the Guide e-mailed to you (Word document), please e-mail Carrie at sidekik@msn.com, with "Send LHS Guide" in the subject line.  The Guide will also be available at Parent-Teacher Conferences in November.

Boosters News

We are still in need of a new president (or co-presidents).  Please e-mail Carrie at sidekik@msn.com, if you can help!

If you would like to join, please e-mail Carrie for a Boosters membership form!

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FUTURE BOOSTERS MEETING DATES.  All meetings are the second MONDAY of each month, 7:00pm, in the LHS Library.  Everyone is welcome to attend!

    *  Next Meeting:  January 11, 2010

    *  February 8, 2010

    *  March 8, 2010
 
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Volunteers Needed!  Concessions Home Games at Lindbergh!

We are in need of HELP with our concession table during the Winter Sports Season.  The Winter Season entails Home Games/Meets for Girls and Boys Basketball, two Wrestling meets, and one Gymnastic meet.  If you work a shift / game, you get in to that event for free.  You must sign up prior to the event.

If you are interested, please contact Julie Downen at 206-550-9981 , or e-mail jctdownen@q.com.

Please come help, even if it is just once during the sports season!!!  Thank you in advance!

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Boosters will also be selling Spirit Wear at the HOME Basketball Games.  Show your spirit and purchase Eagle wear, or e-mail Carrie at sidekik@msn.com, to reserve your item(s).

Reserving a Space at LHS

If you have an activity, event, or meeting planned at Lindbergh, please contact Laurene Hood at laurene.hood@rentonschools.us, or Amelia Clark at Amelia.Clark@rentonschools.us, so they can put it on the master calendar, notify the custodians and administrations, and reserve the room or space for you.  The school is utilizing the calendar at Highschoolsports.net for most events, and will also include it in there.

LHS After-School Tutorial

Lindbergh has after-school tutorial in the library, Monday –Thursday.  Tutorial runs from 2:15 – 3:15.  Student are to sign in when they come to tutorial, and sign out when they leave.

We vouch for them being at tutorial when their name is on the sign-in sheet.  When they do not sign in, we cannot vouch for them being at tutorial.

Questions?  Contact:  Susan Ormbrek at Susan.Ormbrek@rentonschools.us
 

Learning Gateway

Learning Gateway is up and running. Thank you for your patience. Learning Gateway can be found at: http://gateway.rentonschools.us Lindbergh parents, please contact Rita Baccus, Registrar, (rita.baccus@rentonschools.us), if you need to register to use Learning Gateway for the first time, or if you’ve forgotten last year’s logon information.

LHS SPORTS NEWS

The Winter Sports Schedule was sent in an e-mail dated November 30, 2009.  If you did not receive this, please e-mail Carrie at sidekik@msn.com, with the subject line:  "Send Winter Sports Schedule".

Lindbergh Football News

Nick Anderson, Lindbergh High School offensive/defensive lineman, received the National Football Foundation, Seattle Chapter, 2009 Lineman Scholar Athlete of the year.  Coach Pat O'Grady received 2 plaques from the NFF for: Seamount League Champs 2009, and Seamount League Coach of the year 2009.

The end-of-year Football Banquet will be held Monday, January 25, 6:00pm, at the LHS Cafeteria.

 ATHLETIC CLEARANCE SPRING SPORTS
Baseball
Boys’ Soccer
Track
Fastpitch
Tennis
Clearance Days for Sports: February 8 - 12
First Day of Practice: March 1, 2010
ATHLETES WHO HAVE NOT PARTICPATED IN A SPORT MUST HAVE A PHYSICAL
(Physical MUST be on a Renton School District Physical Form)
IF YOU CURRENTLY HAVE A PHYSICAL ON FILE IN THE ATHLETIC OFFICE:
· See the Bookkeeper in the Commons to pay your Sports Fee ($75.00) ASB ($30.00) and clear any Fines.
· If you get free/Reduced lunch – sports Fee ($37.50)
· Take receipt to the Athletic Office. Any questions please call 425-204-3171
ATHLETES WHO HAVE NOT PARTICATED IN ANY SPORTS MUST:
· Pick up Renton School District Physical Form in Athletic Office or in Commons
· See the Bookkeeper in the Commons to pay for Sports Fee (75.00), ASB (30.00) and clear any Fines.
· If you get free/Reduced lunch – sports Fee ($37.50)
· Return Completed Renton School District Physical Forms, and receipt to Mrs. Clark in Athletic Office. Any Questions Please call 425-204-3171
NO CLEARANCE 1ST DAY OF PRACTICE

WEB LINKS TO ATHLETIC INFORMATION

Below is information on how to access the athletic schedules and forms that are on district athletic web pages.

Here is the link to the forms page for high school sports clearance forms (including the new head injury/concussion form), as well as all sport specific warning letters:

http://www.rentonschools.us/Departments/Activities_and_Athletics/
AthleticForms

Here is the link to the sport schedules page:

http://www.rentonschools.us/Departments/Activities_and_Athletics/
SportsSchedules

All RSD schools will now link to these pages. As we update the schedules or forms, the school page will be current as well.

To find these pages without the above links, you do the following:

1)     Go to the Renton School District home page at www.rentonschools.us
2)     In the menus near the top, just under the photo bar, click on “District Departments”
3)     Scroll down to Extracurricular and click on “Activities and Athletics”
4)     Once on the Activities and Athletics main page, choose the appropriate menu from the left side—Sport Schedules or Athletic Forms

HIGHSCHOOLSPORTS.NET

There is another way to to view games, scrimmages, practices, etc.   For a comprehensive schedule of Fall, Winter, and Spring Sports, scrimmages, practices, clubs (e.g., International, Rocket, Deca, Key, Speech, Chess), parent group meetings, Class events and sales, and much more, go to HighSchoolSports.net.  The direct link is:  http://www.highschoolsports.net/

Click on the tab "My School", and type in Lindbergh High School.   Pick LHS in Renton (NOT the St. Louis one!).  You can view the schedule for two days, the week, month, or the entire season!  This is the most comprehensive schedule yet!  You can also sign up to receive e-mails or text messages, alerting you to changes in the schedule, cancelled games and meets, and scores.

Lindbergh Website Information.

Lindbergh parents and students are encouraged to become familiar with Lindbergh's website at http://lindbergh.rentonschools.us/

At this site, you will find a staff directory, bell schedules, District calendars, student and parent links to Learning Gateway, eFolio and Career Cruising, Career Center and Counseling information, the Daily Bulletin, volunteer parent group information, clubs and sports information, parent resources including online payments and lunches, and much, much more.

Please also check out the school's Calendar of Events, for school activites, events, and meetings: 
http://lindbergh.rentonschools.us/Calendar_of_Events.aspx

If you have questions regarding the website or if you find a link that's not working properly, please contact the LHS webmaster, Terri Simone, at terri.simone@rentonschools.us.


Below is information from the Lindbergh Website's Daily Bulletin.
The information is posted daily, under "Lindbergh News", then "Newsletters/Bulletins".
The direct link for today's information is at http://lindbergh.rentonschools.us/SchoolPage.aspx?PageName=
NewslettersBulletins

Daily Bulletin

Find updated sporting event schedules here. 

Friday, January 8, 2010
LATE START SCHEDULE

SPORTS 

Girls' JV/Varsity Basketball - Lindbergh @ Foster - 3:30/6:30
Boys' JV/Varsity Basketball @ Foster - 5:00/8:00 

CLUB MEETINGS/OTHER EVENTS 

Korean Club – 320A – 2:10
 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS 

TALENT SHOW APPLICATIONS - deadline extended to Jan. 13!

Interested in participating in the Talent Show on March 11? Applications are available in the Main Office, and they must be submitted by Jan. 13. The Talent Show rules are attached to the application. If you have any questions, contact Ms. Allen in room 280.

DRAMA STUDENTS - dress rehearsal Jan. 12

You are reminded there is a dress rehearsal for the Martin Luther King tribute on Tuesday afternoon, Jan 12. Please arrive as soon as possible for rehearsal from 2:15 until 4:15 in the Auditorium.

TRAFFIC SAFETY CLASS NOW ENROLLING - class starts Jan. 23

We are currently enrolling students for the second semester Traffic Safety program. Classes will be held from 8:00 a.m. to approximately noon on Saturdays from Jan. 23  through June 12 at Sartori Education Center.  Students 15-19 years of age may enroll. Payment of a $400 class fee is due at the time of registration. Students may pick up a registration form in the Main Office or find one online in the Career and Life Skills section of the Renton School District website.

INTERNATIONAL CLUB EVENTS - Jan. 12 and Jan. 20

In room 250D on Tuesday, Jan. 12 from 2:05 to 3:00, there will be a presentation done by International Club on Vietnam.  Don’t miss out on this fun chance to learn about the culture.  Also, there will be a presentation on Jan. 20, same time and place, on Taiwan and Indonesia. Earn culture credit for second semester for Ms. Peterson or this semester for Ms. Raji.

YEARBOOK SALES/SENIOR PDAs - due Jan. 15

Yearbooks are on sale for $65 until Jan. 15. After that time, a limited quantity will be available for $70.They make wonderful gifts. The senior PDA’s(pages dedicated  to a senior for a personal display of affection from family) are also due by the Jan. 15 date. See Mrs. Turnell if you have questions.

FEDERAL STUDENT AID APPLICATION - early Jan.

Get ready to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) early in January. The FAFSA is the paperwork step necessary to access federal student aid including the Pell Grant and federal student loans. No matter what your family’s economic situation currently is, you are always eligible for federal student or parent loans, so don’t put it off! For more information, please visit the Career Center.

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE - deadline Jan. 31

Applications for the Lindbergh Memorial, Lindbergh Technical and Jeremy Gidlund Scholarships are available in the Career Center and online at the Lindbergh website. These scholarships are for seniors only. The deadline for these scholarships is January 31, but the earlier the better.

IGNITE MENTORS AVAILABLE TO HELP - Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Are you struggling in any of your classes? Ignite mentors will be available in the library on Tuesdays and Wednesdays after school to help you with your homework. Freshmen! Please take advantage of this great opportunity to step up your GPA.

LUNCH TIME AREAS

Students, you may only be in the cafeteria, commons or library during lunch. You may not wander the halls or hang out by the mirrors. Lockers must be visited after lunch. Please remain in the proper location to avoid receiving detentions.

DETENTIONS

This is a reminder for students to check the detention lists posted around the building. A new list is posted by the end of each Tuesday afternoon (students will note a color change).  Also remember  that not serving detentions will result in an automatic assignment to Saturday school. Questions? Visit the Attendance Office.

ID/ASB CARDS

Do you need your ID card? Do you need your ID card reprinted? Please come to the Main Office during lunch and see Mrs. Hood.

ROTARY OF THE MONTH - January

Congratulations to Kaitlyn O. for being chosen as Renton Rotary Youth of the Month for January! Way to go, Kaitlyn!

FROM THE CAREER CENTER and WORK-SITE LEARNING

Visit here for General Information regarding our Career Center. This includes College Visits, the Junior Handbook, a Volunteer Guide, and much more!
Visit here to view Career Center - Events related to visits by College Reps, Apprenticeships, Colleges, Campus Days, Career Days, Job Seeking and more!
Learn more about the SAT/PSAT/ACT tests here.
Need information about scholarships and financial aid? Visit here. Find facts about FAFSA, a current scholarship list and more.
Interested in the Work-Site Learning Program? Visit here or contact Mrs. Derrig in room 220G.

Important Upcoming Dates

Late Starts - Jan. 8, 15, 22
Advisory Schedule - Jan. 7, 21
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - no school - Jan. 18
First Semester Finals - Jan. 26, 27, 28
No school - Jan. 29

COMMUNITY NEWS
2010 SAMMY Awards  |  25 $7,500 College Scholarships for Student Athletes
Milk refuels and rewards high school senior student athletes with a $7,500 college scholarship.  High school student athletes are encouraged to applyfor the college scholarship - which includes a chance to star in a Milke Mustache ad and a trip to Disney World.  Student athletes that are milk drinkers, who excel in academics, sports and community service shouldapplynow for the Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) Awards Scholarship!

Visit the 2010 SAMMY Awards Scholarship sitefor more information.

COMMUNITY NEWS
The African Community Economic Development (ACED) is hosting a culturally relevant and responsive Youth Development Program which aims to assist students with SAT preparation, college essays, and homework tutoring for Math and Sciences.  We have professional tutors with Bachelor’s Degree or better, who will mentor students and give them one-on-one help.  Our Youth Development Program was created to enable the students to become leaders in their community, using individualized programs tailored to each student's needs.
For more information, contact:  Hanne Makhani
206-787-1181
hmakhani@seattleymca.org
The 2010 Tutoring Service begins on: January, 9th 2010
Saturdays: 12pm to 4pm
The Matt Griffin YMCA
3595 South 188th St.
Seatac, WA 98198

COMMUNITY NEWS

CVAC BASEBALL / SOFTBALL REGISTRATION 2010
The Cascade Vista Athletic Club (CVAC) is a local PONY affiliated baseball and softball league.  We provide excellent programs for all
youth 5-18 in the Renton, Kent, South King County area.

Registration for CVAC Baseball and Softball will be on the following dates and times:

01/09/10 Play It Again Sports – Renton 12p-4p
01/16/10 Play It Again Sports – Renton 12p-4p
01/23/10 Play It Again Sports – Renton 12p-4p
01/30/10 Play It Again Sports – Renton 12p-4p
02/06/10 Play It Again Sports – Renton 12p-4p
Registration forms should be available online at www.cvac.org  beginning 01/07/10.
Due to new Washington State Legislation there will be new forms required for registration.  It is highly recommended that you register
in person and not through the mail.  Feel free to print out the forms once they are available, fill them out at home, and bring them with
you when you register.

If you have any questions please feel free to email them to cvac.president@gmail.com.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Fairwood News in Real-Time, Any Time
Fairwood Community News, Inc. (www.fairwoodcommunitynews.com) is an established, comprehensive and FREE News Source for the greater Fairwood area.   Fairwood Community News covers news about our neighborhood schools, organizations, businesses and developments in our area.  If it has something to do with our community, FCN is interested in sharing it with the greater Fairwood area.

Features: Check out the site; you'll find information about everything: Lindbergh, Nelsen and feeder elementary schools; A Community Calendar is well-used and updated regularly - add your own group's events by emailing FCN;  Homeowners Associations have dedicated pages; and Classified advertising is also FREE.
If you have news to share, let Fairwood Community News know about it.  They want to hear from you.
To view the site, click http://www.fairwoodcommunitynews.com/index.html
Contact Information
Tami Tedrow-Howard
Fairwood Community News
PO Box 58843
Renton, WA 98058
e: info@fairwoodcommunitynews.com
www.fairwoodcommunitynews.com
206.856.1662

Six Period Schedule

Period 1 7:20 - 8:15
Period 2 8:20 - 9:20
Period 3 9:25 - 10:20
1st Lunch
Lunch 10:25 - 10:55
Period 4 11:00 - 11:55
2nd Lunch
Period 4 10:25 - 11:20
Lunch 11:25 - 11:55
Period 5 12:00 - 1:00 Period 6 1:05 - 2:03

LINDBERGH SCHOOL CONTACT INFORMATION.

Principal, Tres Genger                    425-204-3200
Asst. Principal, Anna Horton         425-204-3210
Asst. Principal, Charles James     425-204-3210
Attendance Office                            425-204-3210
Career Center                                   425-204-3225
Counseling Office                           425-204-3159
Library                                                425-204-3206
Main Office                                       425-204-3200
Registrar                                            425-204-3214
Security Office                                  425-204-3211

Lindbergh Website                    http://lindbergh.rentonschools.us/Home.aspx
Renton District Website            http://www.rentonschools.us/Home.aspx

E-mail updates are provided as a courtesy via Lindbergh's PTSA, and are not intended to replace regular U.S. mail, or written material sent through the kids. The updates merely serve as either an additional notice, or a precursor of things to come, and helps rally parents and promote camaraderie.  Please remember to ask for hand-outs from school, and read them!
Please remember to support the PTSA and Lindbergh Boosters Club - they are the main vehicles by which parents can keep informed and in contact with the school and each other!
If you want to be removed from the e-mail list, please e-mail me at sidekik@msn.com.  Please feel free to forward this to other Lindbergh parents, so they will know what is going on!!!

Thanks, everyone!!
Carrie L. Wong
Lindbergh PTSA Vice-President