Little Elm High School
Weekly Newsletter - October 7, 2018
Creating a College Going Culture
Preparation is the Key to Success
Creating a college-going culture means explaining the benefits of higher education to students and instilling in them the skills they will need to navigate the path to college completion. What does it mean for students to be College and Career Ready? It is no longer enough for schools to just teach students reading, writing, and arithmetic. Schools are expected to prepare students for their post-secondary pursuits but what does that mean? Whether students will enter the workforce or choose to enter a two or four year college, they will need to be able to read, write, perform computations with numbers but most of all they will need to be able to think analytically and logically. We live in an age of rapid change and instant information so students need to be able to organize and prioritize tasks which require self-management. So what are we doing at LEHS to prepare our students for their college and career choices?
This week on Wednesday, October 10th, we have activities planned for all grade levels that will provide experiences that build students preparedness for their future choices. Freshmen will be going on a college tour where they will hear an admissions presentation, tour a campus, hear about college life, and even eat in the college cafeteria. As Freshmen, it is important for students to begin thinking about what they want to do after high school so that as they choose their high school courses and establish their academic record, they are setting the foundation for what comes next. We hope their college tour will provide them a glimpse of what could be in their future.
Sophomores and Juniors will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday. The Preliminary SAT, generally known as the PSAT, is a test given by College Board with the participation of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). Strong PSAT scores can lead to scholarships and help students prepare for the SAT exam. As Sophomores, students take the PSAT for the first time and their results provide the information needed to prepare for their Junior year when their PSAT results can lead to recognition and scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Seniors will be headed out into our community to spend the day giving back through community service. Whether students are applying to college, seeking a scholarship, or building a resume for a future job, community service is a great resume builder. A national study of service learning programs indicates that students who participate in community service projects while in high school also have higher grades, better attendance, and develop personal and social responsibility.
Regardless of the post-secondary choices that our graduates make, it is our job to make sure that all doors are open to our students and ultimately that we have prepared them to be successful in all of their post-secondary pursuits. In the words of Alexander Graham Bell “Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.
Renee Pentecost
LEHS Principal
Mental Health Awareness Week
Each year, millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental health condition. However, mental illness affects everyone directly or indirectly through family, friends or coworkers. Despite mental illnesses’ reach and prevalence, stigma and misunderstanding are also, unfortunately, widespread. Little Elm High School will join the National Alliance on Mental Illness to fight stigma and raise awareness of how mental health is important to us all. Students are encouraged to participate in the spirit dress days supporting this cause.
School Picture Retakes Monday October 15
Seniors Picture Update
Class of 2019 Seniors:
If you were photographed this summer (this is only available to seniors who were photographed in the studio before September), and have not been able to choose your pose for the yearbook, it's not too late.
Email the details below to prestigedfw@lifetouch.com
Please include the following details:
- Student First and Last Name
- Session Number
- Proof Number
If you choose an image that is not yearbook acceptable, a different image will be selected for them that can be included in the yearbook.
Deadline to email is TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9th
Attention JUNIOR Girls!
This is only the second year since ALA Unit 178's founding, and we are excited to be sending our first full delegation to Girls State in 2018. It is a non-partisan program, with 60+ years of educating Texas girls on responsible citizenship. Hundreds of Texas high schools will send their top female juniors to the camp. Delegates must be sponsored through a local ALA Unit, and we will pay the tuition and help coordinate the student's transportation to Seguin.
Learn more at https://friscolegion.org/about/ala/girls-state/ .
The application window will close on November 9, 2018.
Contact Ms. McKimmey, Counselor in House F-Li. Email - smckimmey@littleelmisd.net
Junior Students who are interested in careers at NASA!
High School Aerospace Scholars (HAS) applications are now open! HAS is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Texas high school juniors to explore careers at NASA, learn about what they might want to study in college, and unite with like-minded students across the state. Following a series of online lessons, the highest achieving students will be invited to an all-expenses-paid, week-long visit to NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston during the summer. Selected participants will plan a mission to Mars while receiving guidance from NASA scientists and engineers. Both the online and onsite portions are free to participants.
- Junior students can apply for the program by visiting www.has.aerospacescholars.org. The website includes detailed program information, the student application, important dates, and a downloadable poster to spread the word to classrooms about this unique opportunity!
- You can also learn more about the program by viewing the two available videos on our homepage:
- What Can You See
- A Journey of Discovery
If you have any questions, please contact us at jsc-aeroscho@mail.nasa.gov or you may contact Jessica.A.Cordero@NASA.gov.
Game photos are courtesy of Marcus Smith, LEHS Yearbook Photographer.
Impact Squad - Week 3
The football program is very appreciative of the LEHS teachers that are making a difference in our players lives day in and day out. We will be issuing LE Football shirts with "IMPACT SQUAD" on the back to teachers selected by position groups.
Week 3 teachers were picked by our Quarterbacks. We are pleased to announce Mr. Perry and Mr. Vazquezrios as Impact Squad members! Thanks for all ya'll do!
LEHS Homecoming FAQ's
Ticket Sales and Court Sign Up:
Early Bird ticket sales and Homecoming court sign ups begin Tuesday, September 25. Tickets will be sold by Mr. Hamlin during all lunches, $10 for singles and $15 for couples until Wednesday, October 3 and then the prices will go up $5.If you are interested in running for Homecoming Court go to room 1221 to pick up an application. All applications need to be in by Monday, October 8th
Spirit Dress Days:
Monday, October 15: “It’s a Small World” (Dress up as your favorite Disney character)
Tuesday, October 16: “Around the World in TWINty Days” (Twin day)
Wednesday, October 17: “Save the World Day” (Dress up as your favorite superhero)
Thursday, October 18: “Paint the World Pink” (Wear pink to support breast cancer awareness)
Friday, October 19: Blue and Gold
Homecoming Parade – Wednesday, October 17
Click the Homecoming Parade link for an online parade entry form or use the printable version linked below.
The Parade will begin on Wednesday, October 17 at LEHS at 6:00 PM and will end at LEAC with an awards presentation for the winners of the Parade as well as introductions of nominees for Homecoming Court.
Homecoming Pep Rally – Friday, October 19 at LEHS 9:50 AM
Homecoming Game – LEHS Lobos vs. Frisco Liberty, pre-game 6:30 PM, kick-off 7:00 PM
Homecoming Dance – Saturday, October 20 @ LEHS 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Parade Entry Form
Dance Dress Code
Form to Request Bringing a Non-LEHS Date
LEHS Post-Secondary Exam Opportunities
IN ENGLISH
Parents
Attendance tips for parents.
EN ESPANOL
Attendance Matters - Semester Exam Exemptions
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
Thursday, October 25
Scholarship Opportunities
Who is eligible - students in the graduating class of 2019 who have taken the ACT who fit the following criteria are encouraged to apply:
- High school seniors who have overcome challenges and can articulate their education and/or career actions
- At a minimum students must have a composite ACT score of 22 on a single test date OR a Gold ACT® WorkKeys® National Career Readiness Certificate®
The Take Care of Texas Video Contest is underway! Share this incredible opportunity with your students, kids, coworkers, and friends. It's a fun way for 6th - 12th graders to learn about the environment and share that knowledge with others. To enter, participants create a 30-second video that shows positive ways to Take Care of Texas.
The contest sponsor, Waste Management of Texas, Inc., is generously providing the prizes:
- Scholarships up to $2,500 for 9th - 12th grade winners.
- GoPro Camera Packages for 6th - 8th grade winners.
Don't miss this important contest information:
- Review the Contest Rules.
- Download the Entry Form and Agreement.
- Get tips for creating videos.
- Avoid the top reasons videos get disqualified.
Terry Scholarship
For more information: https://terryfoundation.org/future-scholars/freshman-scholarship/
Selection Criteria
- Academic Achievement
- Demonstrated Leadership
- Financial Need
Affiliated Universities
- The University of Texas- Austin
- Texas A&M University
- University of Houston
- Texas State University
- The University of Texas- Dallas
- The University of Texas- San Antonio
- Texas Tech University
- University of North Texas
- Texas Woman’s University
- Texas A&M University- Galveston
- Sam Houston State University
- The University of Texas- Arlington
- The University of Texas- El Paso
TWU Terry Scholarship
Registration Link for the workshop is here: https://www.twu.edu/terry-scholarships/scholarship-prep-registration/
College JumpStart Scholarship
Deadline: 10/17/18
Available to: High School Sophomores through College Seniors
Award Amount: $1,000
**Click image below to be taken to scholarship website.
Scholarship Search Site Provided by College Board
College Covered
While you are there, check out the website College Covered. Do you want to know what you need in a winning college essay, what college entrance test score you need, or what makes a top notch college application? Get what you need to help get into the college of your dreams with the help of College Covered.
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Little Elm High School
Chris Reza - Associate Principal (creza@littleelmisd.net)
Alen Palislamovic - White House Principal A - E (apalislamovic@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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