The Leopard Link
Lovejoy High School - Newsletter - September 22, 2023
Leopard Spotlight!
Upcoming Dates
September 28th: LHS Open House/Meet the Teacher 6-7:30pm (8 period bell schedule)
September 29th: Student Holiday
September 29th: Stuco Blood Drive 9-3 in LHS Aux Gym
October 9th-13th: Fall Break
October 18th: PSAT (9th-11th graders), 12th graders will have late arrival on this day
October 27th: Early Release Day & Leopard Friday (new date)
Homecoming Dance
Students must present their digital ticket confirmation to enter the dance.This confirmation was sent to the email provided at purchase.
Visitors (non-LHS students) will not be permitted entry without the approval form on file. Middle School students are not allowed to attend, nor are visitors over 21 years of age. Visitors must bring a school-issued ID or other valid photo ID to present for verification at the check-in table. Visitor forms can no longer be accepted at this time.
Tickets are available for purchase at the door for $60, we can accept card payments.
Students safety is the primary concern when it comes to students coming and going at the Homecoming dance. Please be reminded that once a student leaves the Homecoming dance and/or school grounds, the student/s will not be permitted re-entry.
Homecoming Activities this Week
Open House/Meet the Teacher - September 28th at 6:00pm
Join us next Thursday! Parents should plan to arrive in our cafeteria prior to 6:00 pm, allowing for plenty of time to access their student’s schedule. If you would like to avoid waiting in line to receive your student's schedule of classes, we highly encourage you to access your child’s schedule through PowerSchool. Parent PowerSchool access can be found here. We suggest all parents log into PowerSchool before coming so they will be able to access and walk their student’s schedule. If you need help logging in to PowerSchool prior to this event, please contact Marisa_Davis@lovejoyisd.net. Also, maps will be available in the foyer (hard copies), along with a QR code for a digital option.
At 6:05, all parents will be prompted to follow this mini-bell schedule. This schedule allows parents to attend each of their child’s classes, meet teachers, and hear about the exciting things your child will be doing over the course of this school year.
National Merit
Lovejoy High School is proud to announce 18 students have been recognized in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program!
The following students have been named National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalists:
Sharon Chen
Declan Finnigan
Grant Hu
Joshua James
Hannah Mao
Edward Sutton
And congratulations to the following for earning the Commended Student recognition:
Myles Beard
Uzayr Chaudhry
Madelyn Jaynes
Romi Kahana
Jocelyn Kim
Thomas Koch*
Bridget O’Dowd
Katherine Smith
Hunter Stark
Brielle Taylor
Travis Thomas
Evelyn Tsai
We are so proud of their accomplishments!
*not pictured
Student Technology
- Lenovo 100e
- Acer C734
- Dell 3100
If this link is unavailable you can search [your model name above] + “usb c power supply” on amazon to find a comparable product. Alternatively, students can go to https://lovejoy.revtrak.net/, purchase a replacement charger, and bring the receipt to the campus technician for pickup.
STUCO
https://lovejoy.revtrak.net/hs/#/v/LOVEJOY-PINK-OUT-2023
Sales end this Sunday @ Midnight!
Students 16+ can donate. If you’re 16, your parents must sign a permission form.*
* Email billie_kelsey@lovejoyisd.net for a copy of the form.
Student Yearbook Photos
The online code is your student id number.
Update HB 114
There has been a significant change in the law that directly impacts our school district’s approach to addressing e-cigarette usage on school premises. Recently, the Texas legislature passed a new law, House Bill 114, that requires school districts to implement mandatory Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP) placement for students found in possession of, using, selling, giving, or delivering e-cigarettes on school grounds or at a school-related event.
Effective September 1, our school district will be enforcing this new state law, and any student violating the new law related to e-cigarettes will be subject to a DAEP placement. Our primary goal is to ensure the well-being and academic success of all students. By enforcing the DAEP placement for e-cigarette violations, this law aims to discourage the use of harmful substances and create a safer environment that supports the overall health and development of our students.
As we navigate this new legal requirement, we value your partnership and input as parents and guardians. If you need assistance in talking to your child about the dangers of vaping, or your child is in need of support to quit vaping, the linked resources provided by the Anti-Vaping Truth Initiative are available.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we work together to create a safe and nurturing learning environment for all students.
MAP Growth Assessments
LOVEJOY HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF AND COUNSELORS
Admin
Principal – Dr. Travis Zambiasi, Ed.D. – Travis_Zambiasi@lovejoyisd.net
Associate Principal – Michael Montague – Michael_Montague@lovejoyisd.net
Assistant Principal – Heather Bosworth (A-Gr) – Heather_Bosworth@lovejoyisd.net
Assistant Principal – Fernando Ocampo (Gu-O) Fernando_Ocampo@lovejoyisd.net
Assistant Principal – Elyse Pollard (P-Z) – Elyse_Pollard@lovejoyisd.net
Counselors/Testing/504
Carrie Robbins – Lead Counselor – Carrie_Robbins@lovejoyisd.net
Curtis McCarthy (A-D) & Carrie Robbins (E-Gr) – Curtis_McCarthy@lovejoyisd.net
Melissa Fletcher – (Gu-O) – Melissa_Fletcher@lovejoyisd.net
Natalie Coonrod – (P-Z) – Natalie_Coonrod@lovejoyisd.net
Sarah Thrash – CCMR/AP Testing – Sarah_Thrash@lovejoyisd.net
Andria Harris - 504/Testing Facilitator - Andria_Harris@lovejoyisd.net
Notes from Nurse
All needed forms can be found at LHS Clinic.
All medication must be dropped off by a parent/guardian to the nurse in the original unexpired bottle with the required paperwork. Medication cannot be left at the front desk. Please schedule an appointment for medication drop off.
Student Sign Outs
Student Signout Email: lhssignout@lovejoyisd.net
*Please use this email to sign your student out of school. We will be using the pass system again this year to release students from the classroom for appointments. Sending the request in early will ensure the student is released on time and with less interruption to classroom instruction.
*When sending us an email, please specify how your student will be picked up and who will be picking them up.
VOE (Verification of Enrollment)
Student Parking
To purchase your $65 parking permit click here.
Stickers will be picked up at LHS in the School Store
Please bring your valid Driver’s License and Proof of Insurance with you at time of parking sticker pick up. Students will sign the Parking Expectations agreement at this time. The sticker must be placed on the passenger side lower front windshield. This google form with vehicle information will also need to be completed: Parking Google Form.
Please call Deborah Martinez at 469-742-8703 with questions. For more information on student parking click here.
Academic Calendar For 2023-2024
Attendance
Dual Credit - Save the Date
Juniors!
It's common knowledge that getting a score of 3 is considered passing on an AP exam. But did you know that some colleges and universities require a higher score to award credit? If you're curious about the credit policies of a specific institution, you can check out their policies here: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/getting-credit-placement/search-policies/course/40.
-Ms. Sarah Thrash
The deadline to purchase a senior yearbook recognition ad is Friday, November 10th. jostensyearbooks.com
Community Service Hours
Swim & Dive
Lovejoy Swim and Dive would love your help by purchasing our ALL activity calendar. The calendar includes activities and sports from the high school, big events, school holidays and PTO meetings from the intermediate, middle and elementary schools, and more. Purchase the color or black and white with delivery to your door or the school of your choice. THANK YOU for supporting LJ Swim and Dive. https://my.cheddarup.com/c/lj-calendars?cart=34e
Spirit Nights
The Lovejoy Green Team implemented a new recycling program on Sept 8th at Leopard Stadium. There are an estimated 4000 bottles at every varsity home football game that have been going to the landfill but they can be recycled. Please only recycle BOTTLES and CANS in blue recycle bins.
The Lovejoy Green Team receives no funding from Lovejoy ISD and we need your help to buy bins for Lovejoy fields, courts and gyms. Please consider donating to sponsor-a-bin or donate towards the purchase of a bin. 100% of donations directly support Green Team programs and your donation is tax deductible.
Volunteer at Leopard Stadium: https://bit.ly/lj-stadiumvol23
Buy-a-bin link: https://bit.ly/lj-buybin
Recycle program details: https://bit.ly/LJGreenTeam
Thank you for helping to make Lovejoy CLEANER and GREENER.
SAT Prep Class
Enrollment now open
Limited to 12 participants
Led by your LISD teachers
$795 per student
Click here for more information or to register.
Nutrition Department
The topic this month is 6 After-School Snack Ideas Kids Will Love.
September Newsletter:
https://4.files.edl.io/c449/09/05/23/205835-3b28e84e-7a53-4e70-a643-6269ae47fb70.pdf
Volleyball
STUCO
Aerospace
Lovejoy High School PTSO
The PTSO Hospitality team welcomed LHS staff back to school with a Grab and Go style lunch and stocked their lounge full of treats and drinks!
100% of membership dues and Leopard Drive donations go towards events like this! We love to show our staff just how much we appreciate all they do.
To contribute to the LHS Leopard Drive, please go to: https://ptolhs.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/243306
PTSO Social Media
The Lovejoy High School PTSO is now on Social Media. Check it out!!
https://www.instagram.com/lovejoyhighptso/
https://www.facebook.com/Lovejoy-High-School-PTSO-103696425841136/?ref=page_internal
Community News Webpage: https://www.lovejoyisd.net/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1601749&type=d&pREC_ID=1729844