E.C. Glass High School
March 2022 Newsletter
Dates to Remember
- https://www.lcsedu.net/parents/lcs-calendar
- March 1-Daily reading challenge begins.
- March 10-End of the 3rd quarter.
- March 11-Professional Development Day. Students do not attend.
- March 13-Daylight Savings Time Ends. Spring forward.
- March 14-Students do not report.
- March 15-3rd Quarter begins. Writing SOL begins.
- March 18-Report cards distributed.
- April 1-3, 8 & 9-Theatre presents "Mary Poppins."
- April 11-15-Spring Break.
- April 30-Prom 8:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. at the Academy Center of the Arts
- May 10-Choral Spring Concert @ 7:00 p.m.
- May 18-Orchestra Spring Concert @ 7:00 p.m
- May 19-Band Spring Concert @ 7:00 p.m.
- Athletic Calendar https://www.seminoledistrictva.org/g5-bin/client.cgi?G5genie=299
Stay Informed
SOL Testing Begins
1. The day before:
- Charge your Chromebook overnight.
- Get plenty of rest.
2. The morning of testing:
- Pack your Chromebook charger and a pencil or two.
- Eat a good breakfast.
- Leave on time so you can arrive at school on time.
3. Once at school on testing day:
- Go to the restroom and get water BEFORE testing begins.
- Leave all personal belongings and/or turned off electronics in backpacks in lockers (cell phones, electronic devices, purses, Chromebook cases, etc.).
Read Across America
ECG Wall of Excellence
The walls and terrace located in the rear of the school were built in 2009 as a fundraising effort for the E. C. Glass Athletic Boosters as well as to honor the ECG community. The initial construction was primarily funded by the class of 1964 with help from the Class of 1963, other alumni and parents of students. Over 500 engraved bricks have been purchased and installed since then, and the Wall of Excellence continues to be a source of pride for our school. The Boosters are now seilling engraved bricks for the terrace area. The price is still $50 for a 4" x 8" brick and $100 for an 8" x 8" brick.
Lunch Procedures
On Tuesday, March 15, all students will begin eating in the cafeteria during their assigned lunchtimes. We will continue with 4 lunches for the remainder of the school year. 3rd and 7th block teachers are sharing detailed information with their students.
Fun Fridays
Artwork Featured
E.C. Glass student artwork will be featured in the LCS Student Art Show for Youth Art Month. The opening night of this show will also be a First Friday's event in downtown Lynchburg.
The show opened Friday, March 4th from 5:00-8:00 at the Arts Education Lobby, located at Commerce and 5th street (behind the Academy Center of the Arts historic building)
The show will be open to the public during the entire month of March, and showcase LCS art from all schools and grade levels in the division.
Take a peek at SOME of the wonderful work by our students. You will have to go see the show to see the rest.
Linnea Sumpman
Kya Rucker
Brooklyn Dop
Glass Theatre Presents Mary Poppins
Glass Theatre presents, "Mary Poppins" on the auditorium stage April 1, 2, 3, 8, 9 with a special ASL
performance on April 2nd. Children of all ages will enjoy this powerhouse student production with characters who fly through the air in this Disney classic. Go to ECGT.Booktix.com for showtimes and tickets.
AND join the Glass Theatre Boosters for Practically Perfect musical breakfast at the Depot Grille with characters from Glass Theatre's Production of Mary Poppins on March 26th from 8:30 to 10. Enjoy pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, and fruit with select live performances and photos with your favorite characters. Tickets are $10 per person and are available online at ECGT.BOOKTIX.COM.
Career Tech Education Month
Technical Drafting
Sam Yarborough - first place
Layton Morris - second place
Jordan Walker - third place
Architectural Drafting
Jake Pabis - second place
Will Watts - third place
Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair
Ethan Monroe - Second place
Crime Scene Investigation
Team - Second place
Grace Serlis
Taiasi Napier
Ahmer Yasin
Choral Students Participate in All-District Choir
Seniors, this website if for you!
Prom is Quickly Approaching
Students in need of prom dresses should check out Becca's Closet! Do you have used dresses that someone else could use? Becca's Closet might be the answer. Contact Mrs. Glover at gloverse@lcsedu.net for more information or to schedule an appointment.
News From the School Counseling Office
National School Counseling Week
School Counselor Student Caseloads
Mr. Humphreys: Last names, A-D
Mrs. Reynolds: Last names, E-J
Mrs. Creasy: Last names, K-Q
Mrs. Calloway: Last names, R-Z
Mrs. Miller-Goode: Students in the Early College Program
Course Selections
School counselors are meeting with students to discuss their course selections for the 2022-2023 and will complete this process by March 25, 2022. The firm deadline for student-initiated course change requests is May 20, 2022.
Transcripts
Students must request transcripts through Parchment. If you have questions about Parchment, please contact Mrs. Miller-Goode. Just a reminder, LCS does not process mid-year transcripts. Students can request that their school counselor send their quarter two report card.
Scholarships
It's scholarship season! Please visit this site for the scholarship opportunities that are available to our students, Scholarship Deadlines. Don't miss out on free money!
STEM Academy Deadline
The STEM Academy deadline is April 1. Allow your teachers and school counselors at least 2-3 weeks advance notice when requesting recommendations. More information can be found in this link, STEM Academy.
Stay Informed-Sign Up For Daily Announcements
Parents, if you would like to receive ECG News, which is a daily e-newsletter that includes information about Events, Clubs, Cultural Arts, Sports, Counselling, Senior Class activities, SOL/AP testing, and anything else that is occurring here at E. C. Glass, please email Heather McCormick at mccormickhm@lcsedu.net to get on the mailing list. Include all email addresses to which you would like this newsletter sent.
ECG News is sent out Monday-Friday not only to parents who request it but also to all students.
2022-2023 LCS Calendar
News from Our School Nurse-Jill Wood, RN
Vaccination Requirement Reminders
Changes to vaccination requirements beginning 2021-2022 school year for ALL students. These are now required vaccines per VDH for school entrance beginning July 1. 2021:
Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) Vaccine - Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of MenACWY vaccine. The first dose should be administered prior to entering 7th grade. The final dose should be administered prior to entering 12th grade. If your student is a 12th grader and HAS not received this vaccine it is imperative that you do so ASAP.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine - Effective July 1, 2021, a complete series of 2 doses of HPV vaccine is required for students entering the 7th grade. The first dose shall be administered before the child enters the 7th grade. After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent's or guardian's sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.
Hepatitis A (HAV) Vaccine – Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of Hepatitis A vaccine. The first dose should be administered at age 12 months or older.
Personal Hygiene
Personal hygiene is an important measure in reducing the spread of COVID-19 as well as other illnesses, and students and staff will be encouraged to wash their hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds. Hand sanitizer will also be available in classrooms and throughout the school building.
Reporting/Notification and Response
Parents or guardians should continue to notify Mrs. Wood, woodjw@lcsedu.net, or by phone, (434-515-5374) in the event that your child shows symptoms of COVID-19 or tests positive for COVID-19.
Information From The Athletic/Activities Department
First Annual Hilltopper Alumni Football Scholarship
Congratulations Swimmers!
Luke King
Caroline Russell
Lily Jablonski
Libbie Sommardahl
Emory Hill
Caroline placed 8th in the 100 backstroke and 11th in the 200 freestyle
Emory Hill placed 5th in the 50 freestyle and 16th in the 100 freestyle
Luke King placed 16th in the 500 freestyle
The girls Medley Relay placed 13th
The girls 400 Freestyle Relay placed 16th
Out of about 40+ teams
-Luke King (ECG boys team) placed 32nd
-The girls all combined to place 17th in the state as a team
Scholastic Bowl
Career Milestones Reached
Girls and Boys Basketball Make It To States
Forensics
Moving Onto the Next Level
National Athletic Training Month
Up to the Minute Schedules
The regular season of our winter sports is in full swing. There are lots of opportunities to come out and support our student-athletes.
Online Ticket Sales
For the 2021-2022 school year the Seminole District has partnered with GoFan for online ticketing to our athletic events. Spectators will need to visit the GoFan website https://gofan.co/search or download the app to purchase tickets. We believe school personnel and spectators alike will appreciate the paperless, contactless, cashless and simple online ticket-buying experience.
VHSL schools have been a ticketing partner with Huddle for many years, and have used its digital GoFan product at a number of championship events. Seminole District Athletic Directors have worked with GoFan to prepare for an expansion into all rounds of athletic competition. #Hilltoppers #ecgathletics
Food For Thought
The bags provide quick fix meals for students in need for the weekends free of charge. The bags are sponsored by the Food for Thought a program of Park View Community Mission
Main Office
Parking Tags
Parents and students may pay on myschoolbucks https://www.lcsedu.net/parents/payment-accounts by cash or check. Please contact Karen Lynch @ lynchkj@lcsedu.net for forms, payments and tags.
Student Driver Contract
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZIfVjGPLQyLPNCj5XbMm0Yb7DCKjd5RuLsHkgWu7UaY/edit?usp=sharing
Social Media
Links for E.C. Glass
Twitter https://twitter.com/ecghighschool
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EcGlassHighSchool
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ecglasshs