LVHS Newsletter
Excellence In All We Do.
January 26, 2024
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What's Going on at LVHS?
LVHS Honors a Legend!
LVHS named the gym The Debra A. Hansen Gymnasium on Monday night. Coach Hansen taught and coached in Lago Vista for 40 years. This honor is a small token of our appreciation for all Coach Hansen has done and continues to do for the students of Lago Vista ISD.
Lots of Hands-on Learning Going on at LVHS
English I students film a clip to show their understanding of rhetorical devices and Ag Mech and Metal students practice their welding skills
Feeding LVHS
Feeding the students of LVHS is a big job! We were short staffed today in the cafeteria and Mrs. Porter called in her dad to help out! Her mom already works here! Thanks Mrs. Porter and family for doing what it take to feed our students!
2024 SOUPER BOWL SPREAD RAFFLE
Lago Vista ISD Education Foundation Fundraiser.
For $10, purchase a chance to win one of three dinners for eight people for Super Bowl Sunday, February 11, 2024. Our local chef Becky Pfile will be cooking up a hot soup or chili dinner including appetizers, dessert and drinks with free delivery to the 78645 zip code area. Don't want or need a dinner, how about donating a ticket for a teacher? We'll mark the ticket with TEACHER and if drawn, will pick from a list of names of all teachers and staff in the Lago Vista ISD school district. Drawings will be held on Friday, February 2nd at Lago Vista High School during half time of the Viking's basketball game. Your dollars will be used to provide grants to teachers for innovative teaching programs in the Lago Vista school district. Thank you for your support!
Join the LVISD Education Foundation
Looking for ways to plug in? Join the LVISD Education Foundation. This group raises money for LVISD teachers to help them purchase items that will aide them in teaching.
2024 LVHS Yearbooks and Senior Ads are on sale now!
Go to this website to order:
All you need to do is enter Lago Vista High School or use our school code: 6814,
to start the process.
If you have any questions, please email Tanya White @ twhite@lagovistaisd.net
LVHS Test Dates
SAT:
March 27: SAT School Day
STAAR EOC:
April 9: English I
April 11: English II
April 16: Biology
April 18: US History
April 24: Algebra I
Interested in taking the ASVAB?
LVHS will offer the ASVAB on February 2, at 9:30 in the MAC.
Sign up here, if you would like to take it.
Parent Playbook
Want to help your teenager navigate some of they challenges they face? Check out the Parent Playbook for guidance and ideas!
Parking Permits
Parking permits are $35 and can be paid for online below. Students should complete the form (they can pick them up from the front office) and show payment confirmation in order to receive a permit.
CCMR Facebook
Senior Section
Don't miss out on important information! Follow the directions below to sign up to receive texts messages about important senior events!
Senior parents, you are welcome to sign up as well!
Senior Nights:
Girls' Basketball - February 2
Boys' Basketball - February 23
FAFSA:
Opens - December 1
Closes - June 30
GenTx Day: May 1
Blue and Gold Ceremony: May 15, 6 PM
Graduation Practice and Walk: May 23
Graduation: May 24
Senior GenTx Day
Students have to be logged into their LVISD account to complete the form.
Cafe Menu
Free and Reduced-Price Meal News
As a reminder, LVISD transitioned back to Free and Reduced-Price Meals for the 22-23 school year. The federal government is no longer funding the free lunch program, which was part of the COVID-19 pandemic aid package. All families are encouraged to fill out the Free and Reduced-Price Meals applications. If your child previously received free or reduced-priced meals, a new application must be received to determine if your child still qualifies. Previous free and reduced-meal eligibility has now expired. You can fill out the Free & Reduced Meal application online at MySchoolApps by clicking on the following link (available in multiple languages in top right corner):
For questions regarding applications, please contact Michelle Jackson, and for questions regarding student purchases, please contact Jennifer Porter.
Forget your Ascender password? Check out the Document Below!
Parent Portal (Ascender)
Booster Club Corner
VISIT US AT: Lago Vista Viking Booster Club (lagovistasports.com)
BOOSTER CLUB SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
We are thrilled to announce that the LV Viking Booster Club Scholarship is now open for applications! This scholarship opportunity is designed to support and recognize outstanding LVHS Viking VARSITY, SENIOR student athletes, athletic trainers, and managers whose family members are active Booster Club members.
To apply, interested candidates must complete the following applications and return to Ms. Lara Clark, LVHS Coordinator of CTE & College, Career, and Military Readiness.
• Local Scholarship Application: Ensure you have filled out the Local Scholarship Application form thoroughly.
• Booster Club Supplement: Complete the Booster Club Supplement to provide additional information relevant to the LV Viking Booster Club.
Visit our official LV Viking Booster Club website https://www.lagovistasports.com/ to access the applications and find detailed eligibility information.
Application Deadline: March 20, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. Late applications will not be accepted.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! We encourage all eligible students to apply and showcase their achievements.
For any questions or additional details, please reach out to AnaBelle Rocha, LV Viking Booster Club Scholarship Coordinator, or Ms. Clark at LVHS.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Boy's Soccer - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044CAFAF23A4F85-46486530-2023
Girl's Soccer - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044CAFAF23A4F85-46486534-2024
Girl’s Basketball - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044CAFAF23A4F85-45952746-202324#/
Boy’s Basketball - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044CAFAF23A4F85-45920872-202223#/
High School Baseball - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044CAFAF23A4F85-47235942-2024
High School Softball - https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C044CAFAF23A4F85-47253244-2024
Middle School Basketball - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844AAAC2AA0F9C52-47167516-lago#/
7th Grade Boys District Tournament - Saturday, Feb 3
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844AAAC2AA0F9C52-47167516-lago#/
Thank you for your continued support of VIKING NATION! We-All-Row!!
Viking Futures Fund
We have exciting news to share!
The LV Viking Booster Club has established the Viking Futures Fund. Each year we will set a Viking-Sized Goal to fundraise for a large scale project or item that will benefit Lago Vista Athletics!
For 2023-2024, our goal is to raise $65,000 for a wrapped 14-15 passenger sprinter van, which will be a tremendous addition to the Athletics Program. In memory of and to honor Whitney Vaughan-Christopher, it will be called the #RowLikeWhit van and have the graphic on the back.
LV Athletic Director/Head Football Coach, Craten Phillips said, "A passenger van would be a game-changer for the Lago Vista athletic department. So many teams would make use during tournament season when parking is tight and travel between games is necessary. Tennis, Golf, and Cross Country could take the entire team without having to order a whole bus for just 6-12 kids. Being able to transport a team without a bus or the CDL requirement would be a huge benefit for the district as less subs would be needed for coaches missing class to drive other teams."
We want to include our community and all of Viking Nation, so personal, business and/or organization sponsorships are available to help fund the #RowLikeWhit van. For anyone donating $1,000 or more, a sponsorship decal will be added to the back of the van for a 3-year period.
Click on the link below or use the QR code to make a donation to the #RowLikeWhit van.
Every Wednesday in LVISD is college day! Students should wear their favorite college t-shirt!
District Resources
Want to check grades? Visit http://www.lagovistaisd.net/page/dis.parentinfo for directions.
Want to add money to your child's lunch account? Visit http://www.lagovistaisd.net/page/dis.parentinfo for directions.
Want to check out the student code of conduct and handbook? Visit http://www.lagovistaisd.net/page/Publications.
Community Connections
LVHS Student Fundraising for Leukemia and Lymphoma
Abby Cantwell is representing Lago Vista High School in the 2024 Austin Student Visionary of the Year competition benefitting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Abby is the very first candidate from Lago Vista High School ever! SVOY is a 7-week fundraising competition from January 5, 2024 - February 24, 2024, where handpicked students from all over the Austin are compete to raise the most money for blood cancer. Abby's goal is to raise $75,000 to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families. Please support Abby's campaign by donating any amount to Abby's page using the link below, referring potential sponsors, and/or by having your company match your donation!
The Lago Vista Public Library is charting its course for the future, and your input is invaluable! Please take a moment to participate in a quick survey to prioritize various physical spaces and Library program and service options. Take the survey here https://op2.us/LV-HS. Feel free to share the survey with friends, neighbors, and co-workers to join us in enhancing the Library’s services for the future.
Who should I talk to about...
Immunizations, illnesses, medications: Our nurse, Kat Azevedo, 512-267-8300, extension 5506
Registration and transcripts: Our registrar, Lisa Dohm, 512-267-8300, extension 5503
College and Career Readiness, TSI, ASVAB, etc: Our CCMR Coordinator, Lara Clark, 512-267-8300, extension 5504
Schedules, credits, social-emotional resources: Our counselors, Whitney Read (last names starting with A-L) and Dusty Kinslow (last names starting with M-Z) 512-267-8300, extension 5510
Student Discipline, Ideas for School Improvement: Our Principal, Stu Taylor, or Assistant Principals Missy Howard and David Hilsenteger, 512-267-8300, extension 5500
About Us
The mission of Lago Vista High School is to use the four years allotted to teach, motivate, and challenge each student to rise to the highest level of academic excellence possible in a premiere learning environment. We are committed to sending into the world individuals who use problem-solving skills to impact their community in a responsible manner.
Website: http://www.lagovistaisd.net/page/lhs.Home
Location: 5185 Lohman Ford Road, Lago Vista, TX, USA
Phone: (512) 267-8315
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lagovistavikings/
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