Semester Two starts on February 1st.

Please have your student(s) check their semester two schedule. Make sure they look for:

• Full course load (6 courses)
• Courses needed on credit check

Students, check with your Dean if you notice something that is not correct.

The only ACCEPTABLE educational reasons for a schedule change are:

● Seniors who need a course to fulfill a graduation requirement

● An inappropriate level or sequence placement

(i.e. Spanish 3 not 2, AP/Honors to a General Course)

● An obvious error in schedule (i.e. same class twice)

● Prerequisites that have not been fulfilled

● Would like to opt-in to a higher level/ more rigorous version of their current course

(i.e. General Course to AP/Honors)

Schedule changes WILL NOT be made for these reasons:

● Specific teacher request

● Switch sections of the same course to get a different teacher

● Requested change would exceed class size capacity

● Student changed his/her mind

● Desire to have a certain lunch schedule

● Desire to be with friends

● Desire to have a class at a certain time of the day

6:00pm- Incoming 9th graders (current 8th graders)

7:00pm- Current 9th-11th graders

If you can not attend, the presentation from the meeting will be posted on the school website. In addition, students in grades 9-11 will be meeting with their Deans during the week of February 14th to go through the registration process.

Lakeville South High School administers the ACT to all Juniors free of charge, during the school day, in the winter of their Junior year. This year for our Class of 2023, the exam will be held on March 8, 2022. All juniors are automatically signed up to take the test that day unless a parent has submitted an OPT OUT form. Students are encouraged to do their best and have their scores sent to interested colleges and universities as they can send up to four for free with the test. Its' time to start exploring those possibilities. See Julie in the Career Center if you’d like assistance. If scores need to be sent at a later date, ACT charges $16/test date per report.

The CST, or Cougar Support Team at Lakeville South High School works hard to address the variety of needs that create barriers to education for all of our students.

They are committed to STUDENT SUCCESS because when students are struggling with emotional, academic, or family issues, it can be a challenge to be fully engaged at school. They are here to help!

Student Support QR codes are available to scan in various areas around the school, otherwise the Student Support Request Form can be completed via the students Class of Schoology pages. You can also visit their website for more information: https://www.isd194.org/lshs/cst .

Preserve your student's school year memories with the 2022 LSHS Yearbook. Go to jostensyearbooks.com to purchase before it is too late! The yearbook staff has been working all year to make sure that the 2021-2022 will always be remembered! Go to jostensyearbooks.com today and reserve a copy of this 275-page student publication!

Wondering if you have already ordered a yearbook? Email lshsyearbook@isd194.org with questions.

November Rotary Student of the Month went to an outstanding talented student/athlete, Jacob Welch. His resume is very impressive. Over the course of his academic career, Jacob has taken numerous AP courses and Honors Courses. He has met the requirements to

participate in our National Honors Society. He qualified as a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist. Jacob competes in Alpine Skiing and he serves our band program as a Drum Major. Regardless of how many things Jacob has on his plate, he has managed to maintain an extremely high GPA, which will allow him to be accepted into almost any college.

Paul Donner, LSHS Assistant Principal/Dean states while working with Jacob at LSHS, he has been most impressed with his ability to provide service above self, no matter how busy he is. He routinely sees him at events, supporting his peers, leading our band, and even supporting our staff.

He finds time to volunteer for his church and to teach youth at band camps.

Whatever the activity or cause, Jacob commits his time with a positive attitude

and naturally leads his peers.

Jacob Welch is highly motivated in all of his pursuits and is committed to holding

himself to high standards. He has made a positive difference at LSHS as a

successful student/athlete. Mr. Donner looks forward to seeing what the future holds for

Jacob Welch.

The December Rotary of the Month aware went to one of our top student leaders. She is an outstanding young woman and leader at Lakeville South. Mariam has a 4.3 GPA and ranks 6th in the class of 424, which puts her in the top 5% of this year's graduating class.

She is also involved in a variety of school activities where her leadership skills shine. Anytime we are looking for leaders, or someone to represent South, Mariam’s name comes up. Mariam’s interest in public health and pre-med has led her to be a member of the Lakeville South HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) group. She is also a Vice President for the MN State HOSA group. As a member of this group, she is able to connect and share ideas with others who are also passionate about healthcare and leadership.

Beyond school activities, Mariam also finds time to volunteer and work. Whatever the activity or cause, Mariam commits her time to helping others, sharing her kind spirit, and leading by example.

Dean Johnson was honored and proud to have Mariam represent Lakeville South.

Amy Eidelbes, LSHS Assistant Principal/Dean was honored to present the LSHS Rotary Student of the Month to, Noah Anderson.

Noah is an outstanding student, athlete, and more importantly a role model at Lakeville South High School. He consistently demonstrates strength in excellence, commitment, determination, and self-advocacy. Noah plans to pursue a career in Biomedical Engineering. He has demonstrated he is college-ready by maintaining a GPA of 4.4, and successfully completing many honors and college prep courses.

Noah has the ability to manage a very rigorous course load, maintain a high GPA, and

be involved in many activities. He is a Cross Country runner and swimmer, where he

was selected by his peers to be a captain, and he participates in Track and Field.

Noah is a member of our National Honor Society, where he has served many

volunteer hours helping others. Finally, he also finds time to work as a swim

instructor at Wise Swim School.

Dean Eidelbes is confident that Noah will continue to be a leader and put service above self in

where his life path takes him.

On November 1, Lakeville South inducted 134 new members to the National Honor Society. These members were chosen based on their excellence in scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Since that time the new members have spent a great deal of time partaking in service projects. We are very proud of this group.

They hosted a food drive that collected over 250 bags of food for the LSHS food shelf and local shelves.

Many in the group assembled 60 blankets. They were delivered to The Lewis House organization.

Thank you NHS for all you do for Lakeville South and our community.

Dress up days:

Monday: Valentine colors

Tuesday: Snow gear

Wednesday: Cozy

Thursday: Summer Get Away

Friday: Winter colors 9-Gray, 10-white, 11-purple, 12-blue

Movie/Game night:

Monday, Feb 14th 7pm

Ice Age playing in the auditorium

Board games and some outdoor games to play with friends

Thursday, Feb 17th: 4th hour

Trivia with a chance to win Gopher Hockey Tickets!

All week: Scavenger hunt with clues given each day.