Little Elm High School
Weekly Newsletter - August 18, 2019
Technology: A Powerful Tool
Rapid change is a constant in our lives. Think of the televisions, telephones, and cars of our childhoods and you will quickly recognize that technology has been a force of change in everything around us. Even when the change is not as apparent, if you look deeper at the change in manufacturing, communication, and research and you will discover that technology has been the basis of change in everything around us. Students of today have grown up in a technology saturated world.
Technology has had a significant impact on how teachers teach and students learn. By embracing and integrating technology in the classroom, we are setting our students up for a successful life outside of school. The mission of Little Elm ISD is to ENGAGE, EQUIP, and EMPOWER each student to realize their full potential. Technology is key in all three strands of this mission. Technology helps us engage students in learning that is more relevant to them and connects students to people, places and things that without technology would be impossible. Teachers equip students with technology skills such as communication, collaboration, research, networking and coding which provide students with the tools that will prepare them for the ever changing 21st century workplace. Finally technology empowers by providing students with marketable skills that will help them successfully follow their dreams.
LEHS students are fortunate to be in a district that recognizes the value of technology in the learning environment and provides the resources to have a 1 to 1 technology experience. We have already begun the deployment of our Macbooks. Some classes that are internet based (online language, dual credit, OnRamps, and E2020) have already been issued computers if their device protection fee has been paid. A yearly device protection fee is required before a student’s device can be issued. Please see the information below for the specifics of the fee and payment discounts. The fee averages out to less than $8 a month for the use of this powerful tool. Please help us ensure a quick and smooth device deployment by taking care of the device protection fee now.
Looking forward to a fantastic 19-20,
Renee Pentecost
Principal
Little Elm High School
Students may pick up their laptop the day after their Device Protection Fee has been paid in the library before school, after school, or during lunch.
- Reduced device protection fee to use a district issued laptop.
- Fee waiver to take the SAT and/or ACT for free
- Dual Credit tuition for free at NCTC
- AP Exam Test fee reduction
High school students often do not want to participate in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. The Federal Free/Reduced Lunch Program is the standard used by many programs to qualify students for financial assistance. Even if a student never uses their eligibility in the lunchroom, they can benefit greatly in other areas if they qualify for the Lunch Program. Eligibility has to be reestablished each year. You can fill out the application here. We highly suggest that all families fill out an application to see if you qualify.
ASVAB - Wednesday, September 18th
We will be offering the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) to all interested 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students on September 18, 2018. The ASVAB is a multi-aptitude test used by the military to determine if you are qualified to join one of the services and what areas you would excel in. The test will be given during the school day at LEHS and results will be released to recruiters about a week after the test. This is a great opportunity for students who have thought about a career in the military.
The deadline to register is Monday, September 9th – please use this link: ASVAB Registration
MEET THE LOBOS
This is a community-wide event for parents, students, and community members to come meet the Lobos for the 2018-2019 school year!
When: Wednesday, August 28 at 6:30 PM
Location: Little Elm Athletic Complex.
Freshman College Tours - Register Now
LEHS Picture Day for Grades 9-11
Little Elm High School
Picture Day Date: Tuesday, August 27
Picture Day ID: TX129090Q0
LEHS is now a Certifying Organization
In 2003 the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation founded the President’s Volunteer Service Award to recognize the important part that America’s volunteers play in our country’s strength and national identity. This award honors those citizens whose commitment to service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires others to give back. Starting with the 2019-2020 school year, Little Elm High School is recognized as a Certifying Organization for this award. Little Elm High School is proud to be able to recognize our students who are committed to serving the community as well as assisting them with the opportunity to achieve such a prestigious award as the President’s Volunteer Service Award.
See the attached details on how to earn the President's Volunteer Service Award.
The Denton County Office of History and Culture is looking for high school students to join the Denton County Junior Historians program!
Denton County Junior Historians is an opportunity for high school students (grades 9-12) to work together to discuss and engage in local history in new and interesting ways. Members attend meetings twice a month on Tuesday evenings, volunteer at special events, and work together on group projects. The projects include designing exhibits and working with historical artifacts from the museum's collection. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to develop leadership skills, to give back to the community, meet new people, and engage in local history.
Denton County Junior Historians is designed to benefit both the students and the Office of History & Culture! As a historical organization, we understand the importance of engaging the youth of our community. We want the students to have a lasting appreciation for local history and carry the torch for future generations.
Students will cultivate important life skills such as: teamwork, cooperation, conflict resolution, time-management, organization, communication, public speaking, and negotiation skills. Students will also be exposed to professional museum practices, taking on the role of curator and historian through special projects.
Last November, Denton County Junior Historians received its official charter as Chapter No. 933 of the Junior Historians of Texas from the Texas State Historical Association. If you visit our website, you can see past student projects. We can’t wait to meet the 2019-20 Junior Historians!
Parents and Volunteers
On June 28, 2019 all volunteers were deactivated. Volunteers must reapply for the 2019-2020 school year using the link below. All volunteer applications must be done through App-garden.
How do you know if you need to complete a Volunteer Application?
If you will be working with any of the the Parent Booster Clubs such as Athletics, Band, Choir, Theater, etc. or if you would like to assist by serving as a chaperone on field trips or if you plan on volunteering on campus - these are all reasons why you must fill out a Volunteer Application before you serve. Our students benefit from the many volunteer hours that our parents and community members invest in our schools. For the safety of our students, we require all volunteers to complete a volunteer application and we run a name-based, state-wide criminal history record check on all applicants. The background check must be completed and approved before volunteering.
For the safety of our students - requiring a background check on all adults who work directly with students is just another example of how LEISD puts the safety of students first! The application just takes a few minutes to fill out but this small investment of time will avoid any delay to your ability to be involved at your child's school.
Do You Need a Parking Pass?
Lobo Marching Band
Our Marching Band is working hard to put together a fantastic show this year and they need someone to drive their semi-truck to and from games and competitions. This important job is for someone who can drive once or twice a week mostly on Thursday night, Friday Night, or Saturdays. Even if we have a couple of drivers who can rotate, that would be great! If you have a Commercial Driver's License, love football season and all the pageantry that marching band brings to the field, and want to feel truly appreciated for what you do - then please apply!!
Great Week for LEHS Volleyball
Tuesday, August 13 - LEHS Volleyball Sweeps Berkner
Berkner Varsity Tournament
Friday 8-16 and Saturday 8-17
Football Practice has Begun
Vote Tyrese Powe Preseason Defensive Player of the Year
LEHS Cross Country Team Competes at Little D Meet
JV Boys
JV Girls
Varsity Boys
Senior Sunrise Class of 2020
List of Fall Senior Events
Class of 2020 Graduation at UNT
Thursday, May 21, 2020
10:00 AM
Save the Date: LEHS Meet the Teacher
Report Harmful, Harassing, and Bullying Behavior
LEISD has an on-line tool called "Anonymous Alerts" that students, parents, and teachers can use to report harmful, harassing, and bullying type behaviors. Anonymous Alerts bullying reporting mobile app helps combat bullying and other negative activity in schools by empowering students to speak up. Social and peer pressures are some of the hardest obstacles for students to overcome. Anonymous Alerts encourages students, parents and staff to quickly, easily, and anonymously report bullying, cyber-bullying, gang-related issues, and other sensitive topics through private messages to school officials by building. All reports remain completely anonymous even during a two-way email conversation, although submitters have the option to reveal their identity if they prefer to have a person-to-person discussion.
To send a report from the Web/Internet go to: www.anonymousalerts.com/littleelmisd/
To send a report from your phone:
- Download the Anonymous Alerts® app for free from the Apple Store, Google Play store, and the Chrome store
- Start the App, enter login: leisd and password: leisd
- Send important reports to school officials
- Add a screen shot or photo about the incident
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Little Elm High School
Misty Chesnut - Academic Dean (mchesnut@littleelmisd.net)
Gerald Muhammad - White House Principal A - E (gmuhammad@littleelmisd.net)
Ruben Molinar - Grey House Principal F - Li (rmolinar@littleelmisd.net)
Kyle Heller - Blue House Principal Lo - Ri (kheller@littleelmisd.net)
Terilyn Thomas-Monday - Gold House Principal Ro - Z (tthomas-monday@littleelmisd.net)
Website: http://www.littleelmisd.net/Domain/9
Location: 1900 Walker Lane, Little Elm, TX, United States
Phone: (972) 947-9443
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