Spartan Announcements

Week of January 18

Thursday, January 21:

Good Morning, at 8:30 am or when you can review these...

Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. Ready, Begin:

Please see www.instagram.com/lacanadahighschool

1. Freshman Forum Fridays- Calling all LCHS freshmen. Join us the last Friday of each month for some relaxing, informative, and fun group conversation. Groups will discuss various topics including transitioning to high school during tough times, organization and time management and communicating with teachers and parents. Our first forum is January 29 from 1:45-2:30. For more information click here. To sign up, click here. Questions: Email the Wellness Center at wellnesscenter@lcusd.net.

2. CSF - All students, freshmen to seniors, are able to apply for CSF this semester, until February 19th. The application can be found in the student portal of lchsspartans.net under Student Resources. The application is a google form. Please follow directions exactly as shown on that form.

3. CLUBS- New and returning clubs, the second semester club form has been released. Click Here for access to the form. Club applications will close on January the 22nd at 11:55pm, please make sure to turn your form in on time. Club week will be from January 25-January 29. Make sure to check the LCHS ASB instagram for more information and updates on clubs!

4. Hey Spartans! Mr LC is about to enter the spotlight this year! Vote on which Senior Boys you think embody entertainment, sports, humor, and more! Every student can nominate their senior boy of choice here. Voting closes this Friday morning (1/22). Good luck!

5. SAT / ACT Practice Tests - This practice test is for ALL students. Students do not need to be music program or LCHS students, so invite your friends! (All students need to say they are registering for the “LCHS MPA Fundraiser”). At $20, this is a GREAT deal for every student from Freshmen and Sophomores who want exposure to the tests, to Juniors and Seniors to take multiple times to prep for the actual tests, and to decide whether they test better on SAT or ACT. All proceeds go to the Music Parents Association, so sign-up today!

January 30, 2021

9am to 1pm

***

February 27, 2021

9am to 1pm

Choose: ACT or SAT.

Price: $20 (Fundraiser for the LCHS Instrumental Music Program)

Location: Live online via Zoom. Registered students will receive an email two days before the test, including a test to download, answer sheets to print, and login instructions.

After registering, please email Jean Stroud with the registered test taker’s name, and with the referring instrumental student. Please do this step so the instrumental music student can get credit for your registration. If you have questions, please contact Jean Stroud, Revolution Prep Academic Advisor, at 818-217-0951 or by email at stroud@revolutionprep.com.

6. LCHS Science Fair - Science National Honor Society will be hosting the LCHS Science Fair virtually this year on February 5th, which will serve as a qualifier for the LA County Science Fair in March. If you plan on participating, please register by filling out this form. Registration for the LCHS Science Fair closes on Sunday, January 24th. Note: Experiments involving human subjects, vertebrate animals, cells/tissue lines, microbes, or hazardous materials require pre approval in order to qualify for the LA County Science Fair. The deadline for this pre approval has already passed; if your project involves these materials and has not received pre approval, you may still participate in the LCHS Science Fair, but you may not advance to the LA County Fair. To learn more, visit this site. Please email us at sciencenhs@gmail.com if you have any questions.

7. American Math Competitions - The American Math Competitions (AMC) A and B will be held on 2/4/2021 and 2/10/2021 respectively. There are two levels, the AMC 10 and AMC 12. 9th and 10th graders can take the AMC 10, and all grades can take the AMC 12. It is a 25 question, 75 minute MC test. If you are interested, please sign up at this link.

8. Yearbook Information - It’s time to reserve your 2021 yearbook! In a year like no other, there’s one thing we’re sure of: your stories are still worth telling. The yearbook is likely to be the only keepsake you’ll keep with you to remember this historic year. The yearbook staff is working hard to commemorate the year, so be sure to buy a copy: Buy a Yearbook! or just go to https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=7136.

Any questions, contact us at omega@mylcusd.net.

9. Global Health Leaders Conference - The Global Health Leaders Conference at Johns Hopkins University invites students in grades 9-12 who are interested in global health and medicine to apply to their 2021 virtual conference. At the conference, students learn about issues in global health, public health, and medicine directly from world leaders in these fields, forge friendships and connections with like-minded exceptional students, and share their own work and ideas on global health-related topics by presenting in our student speaker series. There is a program participation fee. Applications to our conference are available on our website (https://glohea.org) and will be accepted until February 28th, 2021. Admission into our program is competitive, so we highly encourage students to apply as early as possible. Questions can be sent to ghlcjhu@glohea.org.

10. AP Flash Sale!! - Attention AP Students! If you have not signed up for an AP Test and still would like to do so, you will be able to purchase a test during the week of January 25th to January 29th (NEXT WEEK!) on lacanada.graystep.com. The cost of AP Economics will be $105. The cost for all other tests will be $135. Do not miss out on this opportunity as this will be the last time you will be able to purchase a test. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Ito or Mrs. Hicklin.

11. Selfies Wanted- Post your photo for the yearbook portrait section. The deadline is fast approaching. Go to images.balfour.com enter the school code 116624 and the password omega21 to enter your selfie. See this flyer for more information. We want you in the yearbook!

12. Distance Learning Survey - Some of your fellow classmates would like you to participate in a short survey regarding the circumstances of distance learning in order to gather information for the LA County Science Fair. It will only take about 5-10 minutes, and it is completely anonymous. Please follow this link if you are interested.

13. Daily Bulletin Announcements - How To Get Your Stuff Here - If students have any announcements your club or campus group wishes to make, please complete the Bulletin / PA Announcement Request Form by clicking on this link. We want to hear from all campus teams, clubs, and groups.

14. Asynchronous Class Schedule for January, 2021 - LCHS Departments will follow this schedule and offer asynchronous classes on the following days. Students will be assigned work and attendance will be taken each day as determined by the completion of an assignment given to students by their teachers. Students should check Google classrooms to find the assignment(s), but class will not be in live, synchronous session for that class period. Teachers will host office hours as normal on days when their classes are working asynchronously: As an example, if a student has class with Dr. Brookey or Mr. Eick, these teachers will assign work on Friday, January 15, but will not meet with them during their period.

January Schedule

Friday, Jan 22 - Science

Monday, Jan 25 - Math

Tuesday - Jan 26 - Social Science

Friday - Jan 29 - World Language

15. The date of Boost-a-thon has been set for Sunday January 31, 2021 at 6:00pm. Spartans, you still have time to submit your film clips and sports highlights. The new deadline is Monday December 7th. Please go to www.Boostathon.com and click UPLOAD to submit your videos.

16. Cap and Gowns - Attention Seniors! For any senior who would like to borrow a cap & gown for 2021 graduation, please click here for the form you need. For all seniors who would like to purchase a cap & gown for your 2021 graduation, please click here for the order form. Any questions, please contact Kirk Mayer, our Jostens rep at kirk.mayer@jostens.com.

Wednesday, January 20:

Good Morning, at 8:30 am or when you can review these...

Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. Ready, Begin:

Please see www.instagram.com/lacanadahighschool

1. Witnessing History and a Request for Kindness and Empathy - January 2021 has provided us with important historical moments, the kind of which one can easily anticipate will be remembered for years to come given the Presidential Inauguration, the January 6th Insurrection at the Capitol, and the passing of 400,000 Americans who succumbed to Covid-19. With today’s Presidential Inauguration, we witness a fellow Californian making history as Vice President Kamala Harris becomes both the first woman to hold that lofty position and the first person of both Carribean and South Asian heritage to hold that office. Yet the marking of these historic firsts is complicated by the reality that our nation is divided and our national discourse and conversation often politically volatile. Please be sensitive to the feelings of one another today in particular, as students and staff are experiencing a range of emotions as our national Presidential administrations change hands. Today provides us a chance to practice empathy, which itself is the chance to wonder how another is feeling about events when those feelings are different than the ones you hold. Be kind, like you usually are, and where you can acknowledge the concern or feelings of another, help brighten their day by listening and empathizing. Thank you, Spartans.

2. High Wind Alert/Possible Power Outage - LCHS Administration has learned that Southern California Edison may shut off power to areas affected by the anticipated high winds. Please keep your devices charged as much as you can. Please check Google classroom for updates when power returns to learn of the instructional plan if our distance learning program gets interrupted. LCHS Administration will communicate information via email, phone, and text when new information is available. Just roll with it as best as you can, Spartans!

3. Freshman Forum Fridays- Calling all LCHS freshmen. Join us the last Friday of each month for some relaxing, informative, and fun group conversation. Groups will discuss various topics including transitioning to high school during tough times, organization and time management and communicating with teachers and parents. Our first forum is January 29 from 1:45-2:30. For more information click here. To sign up, click here. Questions: Email the Wellness Center at wellnesscenter@lcusd.net.

4. CSF - All students, freshmen to seniors, are able to apply for CSF this semester, until February 19th. The application can be found in the student portal of lchsspartans.net under Student Resources. The application is a google form. Please follow directions exactly as shown on that form.

5. CLUBS- New and returning clubs, the second semester club form has been released. Click Here for access to the form. ASB will be hosting an informational meeting on Wednesday the 20th at 1:25pm, to address any questions you have about the club form, and to discuss how club day will be held this semester. The informational meeting is required for students trying to start a new club and is strongly encouraged for returning clubs. Club applications will close on January the 22nd at 11:55pm, please make sure to turn your form in on time. Club week will be from January 25-January 29. Make sure to check the LCHS ASB instagram for more information and updates on clubs!

6. Hey Spartans! Mr LC is about to enter the spotlight this year! Vote on which Senior Boys you think embody entertainment, sports, humor, and more! Every student can nominate their senior boy of choice here. Voting closes this Friday morning (1/22). Good luck!

7. Green Club - Green club is beginning earlier this semester to continue providing the LCHS community with environmental news and developments! Join us in an informational meeting TODAY, Wednesday 1/20 at 1:45 to learn of the structural changes and additional goals we have made for this semester. Please fill in this form to access the meeting information. If you're not able to make this meeting, please include it in the form so we can inform you separately. We hope to see you there!

8. SAT / ACT Practice Tests - This practice test is for ALL students. Students do not need to be music program or LCHS students, so invite your friends! (All students need to say they are registering for the “LCHS MPA Fundraiser”). At $20, this is a GREAT deal for every student from Freshmen and Sophomores who want exposure to the tests, to Juniors and Seniors to take multiple times to prep for the actual tests, and to decide whether they test better on SAT or ACT. All proceeds go to the Music Parents Association, so sign-up today!

January 30, 2021

9am to 1pm

***

February 27, 2021

9am to 1pm

Choose: ACT or SAT.

Price: $20 (Fundraiser for the LCHS Instrumental Music Program)

Location: Live online via Zoom. Registered students will receive an email two days before the test, including a test to download, answer sheets to print, and login instructions.

9. LCHS Science Fair - Science National Honor Society will be hosting the LCHS Science Fair virtually this year on February 5th, which will serve as a qualifier for the LA County Science Fair in March. If you plan on participating, please register by filling out this form. Registration for the LCHS Science Fair closes on Sunday, January 24th. Note: Experiments involving human subjects, vertebrate animals, cells/tissue lines, microbes, or hazardous materials require pre approval in order to qualify for the LA County Science Fair. The deadline for this pre approval has already passed; if your project involves these materials and has not received pre approval, you may still participate in the LCHS Science Fair, but you may not advance to the LA County Fair. To learn more, visit this site. Please email us at sciencenhs@gmail.com if you have any questions.

10. American Math Competitions - The American Math Competitions (AMC) A and B will be held on 2/4/2021 and 2/10/2021 respectively. There are two levels, the AMC 10 and AMC 12. 9th and 10th graders can take the AMC 10, and all grades can take the AMC 12. It is a 25 question, 75 minute MC test. If you are interested, please sign up at this link.

11. Yearbook Information - It’s time to reserve your 2021 yearbook! In a year like no other, there’s one thing we’re sure of: your stories are still worth telling. The yearbook is likely to be the only keepsake you’ll keep with you to remember this historic year. The yearbook staff is working hard to commemorate the year, so be sure to buy a copy: Buy a Yearbook! or just go to https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=7136.

Any questions, contact us at omega@mylcusd.net.

12. Global Health Leaders Conference - The Global Health Leaders Conference at Johns Hopkins University invites students in grades 9-12 who are interested in global health and medicine to apply to their 2021 virtual conference. At the conference, students learn about issues in global health, public health, and medicine directly from world leaders in these fields, forge friendships and connections with like-minded exceptional students, and share their own work and ideas on global health-related topics by presenting in our student speaker series. There is a program participation fee. Applications to our conference are available on our website (https://glohea.org) and will be accepted until February 28th, 2021. Admission into our program is competitive, so we highly encourage students to apply as early as possible. Questions can be sent to ghlcjhu@glohea.org.

13. AP Flash Sale!! - Attention AP Students! If you have not signed up for an AP Test and still would like to do so, you will be able to purchase a test during the week of January 25th to January 29th (NEXT WEEK!) on lacanada.graystep.com. The cost of AP Economics will be $105. The cost for all other tests will be $135. Do not miss out on this opportunity as this will be the last time you will be able to purchase a test. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Ito or Mrs. Hicklin.

14. Selfies Wanted- Post your photo for the yearbook portrait section. The deadline is fast approaching. Go to images.balfour.com enter the school code 116624 and the password omega21 to enter your selfie. See this flyer for more information. We want you in the yearbook!

15. Distance Learning Survey - Some of your fellow classmates would like you to participate in a short survey regarding the circumstances of distance learning in order to gather information for the LA County Science Fair. It will only take about 5-10 minutes, and it is completely anonymous. Please follow this link if you are interested.

16. Daily Bulletin Announcements - How To Get Your Stuff Here - Daily Announcements - If students have any announcements your club or campus group wishes to make, please complete the Bulletin / PA Announcement Request Form by clicking on this link. We want to hear from all campus teams, clubs, and groups.

17. Asynchronous Class Schedule for January, 2021 - LCHS Departments will follow this schedule and offer asynchronous classes on the following days. Students will be assigned work and attendance will be taken each day as determined by the completion of an assignment given to students by their teachers. Students should check Google classrooms to find the assignment(s), but class will not be in live, synchronous session for that class period. Teachers will host office hours as normal on days when their classes are working asynchronously: As an example, if a student has class with Dr. Brookey or Mr. Eick, these teachers will assign work on Friday, January 15, but will not meet with them during their period.

January Schedule

Tuesday, Jan 19 - English

Friday, Jan 22 - Science

Monday, Jan 25 - Math

Tuesday - Jan 26 - Social Science

Friday - Jan 29 - World Language

18. The date of Boost-a-thon has been set for Sunday January 31, 2021 at 6:00pm. Spartans, you still have time to submit your film clips and sports highlights. The new deadline is Monday December 7th. Please go to www.Boostathon.com and click UPLOAD to submit your videos.

19. Cap and Gowns - Attention Seniors! For any senior who would like to borrow a cap & gown for 2021 graduation, please click here for the form you need. For all seniors who would like to purchase a cap & gown for your 2021 graduation, please click here for the order form. Any questions, please contact Kirk Mayer, our Jostens rep at kirk.mayer@jostens.com.

Wellness Wednesday Note - January 20, 2021 - As mentioned in item #1 of today’s announcements, everyone in Spartan Nation has a chance to practice a kind of mindfulness about their own feelings related to events of today and the feelings of those around them. I also wanted to share this week’s Wellness Action Calendar for a Happier January. Please review this for each day of the week and take the Spartan challenge to implement the ideas each day of the week.

In Appreciation,

Jim Cartnal, Principal

Tuesday, January 19:

Good Morning, at 9:15 am or when you can review these...

Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. Ready, Begin:

Please see www.instagram.com/lacanadahighschool

1. High Wind Alert/Possible Power Outage - LCHS Administration has learned that Southern California Edison may shut off power to areas affected by the anticipated high winds. Please keep your devices charged as much as you can. Please check Google classroom for updates when power returns to learn of the instructional plan if our distance learning program gets interrupted. LCHS Administration will communicate information via email, phone, and text when new information is available. Just roll with it as best as you can, Spartans!

2. CLUBS- New and returning clubs, the second semester club form has been released. Click Here for access to the form. ASB will be hosting an informational meeting on Wednesday the 20th at 1:25pm, to address any questions you have about the club form, and to discuss how club day will be held this semester. The informational meeting is required for students trying to start a new club and is strongly encouraged for returning clubs. Club applications will close on January the 22nd at 11:55pm, please make sure to turn your form in on time. Club week will be from January 25-January 29. Make sure to check the LCHS ASB instagram for more information and updates on clubs!

3. Green Club - Green club is beginning earlier this semester to continue providing the LCHS community with environmental news and developments! Join us in an informational meeting on Wednesday 1/20 at 1:45 to learn of the structural changes and additional goals we have made for this semester. Please fill in this form to access the meeting information.

If you're not able to make this meeting, please include it in the form so we can inform you separately. We hope to see you there!

4. SAT / ACT Practice Tests - This practice test is for ALL students. Students do not need to be music program or LCHS students, so invite your friends! (All students need to say they are registering for the “LCHS MPA Fundraiser”). At $20, this is a GREAT deal for every student from Freshmen and Sophomores who want exposure to the tests, to Juniors and Seniors to take multiple times to prep for the actual tests, and to decide whether they test better on SAT or ACT. All proceeds go to the Music Parents Association, so sign-up today!

January 30, 2021

9am to 1pm

***

February 27, 2021

9am to 1pm

Choose: ACT or SAT.

Price: $20 (Fundraiser for the LCHS Instrumental Music Program)

Location: Live online via Zoom. Registered students will receive an email two days before the test, including a test to download, answer sheets to print, and login instructions.

5. LCHS Science Fair - Science National Honor Society will be hosting the LCHS Science Fair virtually this year on February 5th, which will serve as a qualifier for the LA County Science Fair in March. If you plan on participating, please register by filling out this form. Registration for the LCHS Science Fair closes on Sunday, January 24th. Note: Experiments involving human subjects, vertebrate animals, cells/tissue lines, microbes, or hazardous materials require pre approval in order to qualify for the LA County Science Fair. The deadline for this pre approval has already passed; if your project involves these materials and has not received pre approval, you may still participate in the LCHS Science Fair, but you may not advance to the LA County Fair. To learn more, visit this site. Please email us at sciencenhs@gmail.com if you have any questions.

6. American Math Competitions - The American Math Competitions (AMC) A and B will be held on 2/4/2021 and 2/10/2021 respectively. There are two levels, the AMC 10 and AMC 12. 9th and 10th graders can take the AMC 10, and all grades can take the AMC 12. It is a 25 question, 75 minute MC test. If you are interested, please sign up at this link.

7. Yearbook Information - It’s time to reserve your 2021 yearbook! In a year like no other, there’s one thing we’re sure of: your stories are still worth telling. The yearbook is likely to be the only keepsake you’ll keep with you to remember this historic year. The yearbook staff is working hard to commemorate the year, so be sure to buy a copy: Buy a Yearbook! or just go to https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=7136.

Any questions, contact us at omega@mylcusd.net.

8. Global Health Leaders Conference - The Global Health Leaders Conference at Johns Hopkins University invites students in grades 9-12 who are interested in global health and medicine to apply to their 2021 virtual conference. At the conference, students learn about issues in global health, public health, and medicine directly from world leaders in these fields, forge friendships and connections with like-minded exceptional students, and share their own work and ideas on global health-related topics by presenting in our student speaker series. There is a program participation fee. Applications to our conference are available on our website (https://glohea.org) and will be accepted until February 28th, 2021. Admission into our program is competitive, so we highly encourage students to apply as early as possible. Questions can be sent to ghlcjhu@glohea.org.

9. Step to Specs - Do you have old, gently used glasses? Drop them off in our designated boxes at the LCHS front office, the 76 Gas Station at the corner of Foothill and Alta Canyada, or the Flintridge Bookstore to support Anna Heur's Girl Scout Gold Award! Contactless front porch pickups are also available by emailing us at steptospecs@gmail.com. For more information, visit steptospecs.com.

10. AP Flash Sale!! - Attention AP Students! If you have not signed up for an AP Test and still would like to do so, you will be able to purchase a test during the week of January 25th to January 29th on lacanada.graystep.com. The cost of AP Economics will be $105. The cost for all other tests will be $135. Do not miss out on this opportunity as this will be the last time you will be able to purchase a test. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Ito or Mrs. Hicklin.

13. Daily Bulletin Announcements - How To Get Your Stuff Here - Daily Announcements - If students have any announcements your club or campus group wishes to make, please complete the Bulletin / PA Announcement Request Form by clicking on this link. We want to hear from all campus teams, clubs, and groups.

January Schedule

Tuesday, Jan 19 - English

Friday, Jan 22 - Science

Monday, Jan 25 - Math

Tuesday - Jan 26 - Social Science

Friday - Jan 29 - World Language

Monday, January 18:

Holiday - No School

Week of January 11

Friday, January 15:

Good Morning, at 9:15 am or when you can review these...

Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. Ready, Begin:

Please see www.instagram.com/lacanadahighschool

1. Yearbook Information - It’s time to reserve your 2021 yearbook! In a year like no other, there’s one thing we’re sure of: your stories are still worth telling. The yearbook is likely to be the only keepsake you’ll keep with you to remember this historic year. The yearbook staff is working hard to commemorate the year, so be sure to buy a copy: Buy a Yearbook! or just go to https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=7136.

Any questions, contact us at omega@mylcusd.net.

2. Global Health Leaders Conference - The Global Health Leaders Conference at Johns Hopkins University invites students in grades 9-12 who are interested in global health and medicine to apply to their 2021 virtual conference. At the conference, students learn about issues in global health, public health, and medicine directly from world leaders in these fields, forge friendships and connections with like-minded exceptional students, and share their own work and ideas on global health-related topics by presenting in our student speaker series. There is a program participation fee. Applications to our conference are available on our website (https://glohea.org) and will be accepted until February 28th, 2021. Admission into our program is competitive, so we highly encourage students to apply as early as possible. Questions can be sent to ghlcjhu@glohea.org.

3. Step to Specs - Do you have old, gently used glasses? Drop them off in our designated boxes at the LCHS front office, the 76 Gas Station at the corner of Foothill and Alta Canyada, or the Flintridge Bookstore to support Anna Heur's Girl Scout Gold Award! Contactless front porch pickups are also available by emailing us at steptospecs@gmail.com. For more information, visit steptospecs.com.

4. AP Flash Sale!! - Attention AP Students! If you have not signed up for an AP Test and still would like to do so, you will be able to purchase a test during the week of January 25th to January 29th on lacanada.graystep.com. The cost of AP Economics will be $105. The cost for all other tests will be $135. Do not miss out on this opportunity as this will be the last time you will be able to purchase a test. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Ito or Mrs. Hicklin.

5. Selfies Wanted- Post your photo for the yearbook portrait section. The deadline is fast approaching. Go to images.balfour.com enter the school code 116624 and the password omega21 to enter your selfie. See this flyer for more information. We want you in the yearbook!

6. LCHS Music Program "Sunday Funday" fundraiser with Dona Maria Mexican Restaurant! - EVERY SUNDAY 4p-9p order Take Out food & drinks from Dona Maria in La Canada & they will donate a whopping 40% of the proceeds to the LCHS Instrumental Music Program! YOU MUST MENTION: “Your order is with "LCHS Music fundraiser” - for LCHS Music to get the donation.

7. Distance Learning Survey - Some of your fellow classmates would like you to participate in a short survey regarding the circumstances of distance learning in order to gather information for the LA County Science Fair. It will only take about 5-10 minutes, and it is completely anonymous. Please follow this link if you are interested.

8. Daily Bulletin Announcements - How To Get Your Stuff Here - Daily Announcements - If students have any announcements your club or campus group wishes to make, please complete the Bulletin / PA Announcement Request Form by clicking on this link. We want to hear from all campus teams, clubs, and groups.

9. Distance Learning Bell Schedule - Please continue to follow the distance learning bell schedule starting on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Block days will resume on Wednesday and Thursday, January 6-7. The schedule is below in the flyer section of this Spartan Update.

10. Semester One Grades and Aeries Viewing Schedule 2020-21-

12/18 -January 4, 2021 - The Aeries grading portal will close.
January 5-8 - Portal Reopens for Students to Discuss Sem 1 grades as needed.
January 8 - Portal closes as always at the start of the new semester.
January 15 - Semester One Report Cards Mailed Home to All LCHS Students
January 19 - Portal reopens for second semester.
May 28 - Portal closes for end of year grade preparation.

11. Asynchronous Class Schedule for January, 2021 - LCHS Departments will follow this schedule and offer asynchronous classes on the following days. Students will be assigned work and attendance will be taken each day as determined by the completion of an assignment given to students by their teachers. Students should check Google classrooms to find the assignment(s), but class will not be in live, synchronous session for that class period. Teachers will host office hours as normal on days when their classes are working asynchronously: As an example, if a student has class with Dr. Brookey or Mr. Eick, these teachers will assign work on Friday, January 15, but will not meet with them during their period.

January Schedule

Monday, Jan 11 - SPED

Tuesday, Jan 12 - Physical Education

Friday, Jan 15 -VPA

Monday, Jan 18 - MLK Holiday

Tuesday, Jan 19 - English

Friday, Jan 22 - Science

Monday, Jan 25 - Math

Tuesday - Jan 26 - Social Science

Friday - Jan 29 - World Language

12. The date of Boost-a-thon has been set for Sunday January 31, 2021 at 6:00pm. Spartans, you still have time to submit your film clips and sports highlights. The new deadline is Monday December 7th. Please go to www.Boostathon.com and click UPLOAD to submit your videos.

13. Cap and Gowns - Attention Seniors! For any senior who would like to borrow a cap & gown for 2021 graduation, please click here for the form you need. For all seniors who would like to purchase a cap & gown for your 2021 graduation, please click here for the order form. Any questions, please contact Kirk Mayer, our Jostens rep at kirk.mayer@jostens.com.

Thursday, January 14:

Good Morning, at 8:30 am or when you can review these...

Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. Ready, Begin:

Please see www.instagram.com/lacanadahighschool

Any questions, contact us at omega@mylcusd.net.

6. Distance Learning Survey - Some of your fellow classmates would like you to participate in a short survey regarding the circumstances of distance learning in order to gather information for the LA County Science Fair. It will only take about 5-10 minutes, and it is completely anonymous. Please follow this link if you are interested.

7. Daily Bulletin Announcements - How To Get Your Stuff Here - Daily Announcements - If students have any announcements your club or campus group wishes to make, please complete the Bulletin / PA Announcement Request Form by clicking on this link. We want to hear from all campus teams, clubs, and groups.

8. Distance Learning Bell Schedule - Please continue to follow the distance learning bell schedule starting on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Block days will resume on Wednesday and Thursday, January 6-7. The schedule is below in the flyer section of this Spartan Update.

9. Semester One Grades and Aeries Viewing Schedule 2020-21-

12/18 -January 4, 2021 - The Aeries grading portal will close.
January 5-8 - Portal Reopens for Students to Discuss Sem 1 grades as needed.
January 8 - Portal closes as always at the start of the new semester.
January 15 - Semester One Report Cards Mailed Home to All LCHS Students
January 19 - Portal reopens for second semester.
May 28 - Portal closes for end of year grade preparation.

10. Asynchronous Class Schedule for January, 2021 - LCHS Departments will follow this schedule and offer asynchronous classes on the following days. Students will be assigned work and attendance will be taken each day as determined by the completion of an assignment given to students by their teachers. Students should check Google classrooms to find the assignment(s), but class will not be in live, synchronous session for that class period. Teachers will host office hours as normal on days when their classes are working asynchronously: As an example, if a student has class with Dr. Brookey or Mr. Eick, these teachers will assign work on Friday, January 15, but will not meet with them during their period.

January Schedule

Monday, Jan 11 - SPED

Tuesday, Jan 12 - Physical Education

Friday, Jan 15 -VPA

Monday, Jan 18 - MLK Holiday

Tuesday, Jan 19 - English

Friday, Jan 22 - Science

Monday, Jan 25 - Math

Tuesday - Jan 26 - Social Science

Friday - Jan 29 - World Language

11. The date of Boost-a-thon has been set for Sunday January 31, 2021 at 6:00pm. Spartans, you still have time to submit your film clips and sports highlights. The new deadline is Monday December 7th. Please go to www.Boostathon.com and click UPLOAD to submit your videos.

12. Cap and Gowns - Attention Seniors! For any senior who would like to borrow a cap & gown for 2021 graduation, please click here for the form you need. For all seniors who would like to purchase a cap & gown for your 2021 graduation, please click here for the order form. Any questions, please contact Kirk Mayer, our Jostens rep at kirk.mayer@jostens.com.

Wednesday, January 13:

Good Morning, at 8:30 am or when you can review these...

Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. Ready, Begin:

Please see www.instagram.com/lacanadahighschool

Any questions, contact us at omega@mylcusd.net.

9. Semester One Grades and Aeries Viewing Schedule 2020-21-

12/18 -January 4, 2021 - The Aeries grading portal will close.
January 5-8 - Portal Reopens for Students to Discuss Sem 1 grades as needed.
January 8 - Portal closes as always at the start of the new semester.
January 15 - Semester One Report Cards Mailed Home to All LCHS Students
January 19 - Portal reopens for second semester.
May 28 - Portal closes for end of year grade preparation.

January Schedule

Monday, Jan 11 - SPED

Tuesday, Jan 12 - Physical Education

Friday, Jan 15 -VPA

Monday, Jan 18 - MLK Holiday

Tuesday, Jan 19 - English

Friday, Jan 22 - Science

Monday, Jan 25 - Math

Tuesday - Jan 26 - Social Science

Friday - Jan 29 - World Language

Tuesday, January 12:

Good Morning, at 9:15 am or when you can review these...

Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. Ready, Begin:

Please see www.instagram.com/lacanadahighschool

1. Global Health Leaders Conference - The Global Health Leaders Conference at Johns Hopkins University invites students in grades 9-12 who are interested in global health and medicine to apply to their 2021 virtual conference. At the conference, students learn about issues in global health, public health, and medicine directly from world leaders in these fields, forge friendships and connections with like-minded exceptional students, and share their own work and ideas on global health-related topics by presenting in our student speaker series. There is a program participation fee. Applications to our conference are available on our website (https://glohea.org) and will be accepted until February 28th, 2021. Admission into our program is competitive, so we highly encourage students to apply as early as possible. Questions can be sent to ghlcjhu@glohea.org.

2. Step to Specs - Do you have old, gently used glasses? Drop them off in our designated boxes at the LCHS front office, the 76 Gas Station at the corner of Foothill and Alta Canyada, or the Flintridge Bookstore to support Anna Heur's Girl Scout Gold Award! Contactless front porch pickups are also available by emailing us at steptospecs@gmail.com. For more information, visit steptospecs.com.

3. AP Flash Sale!! - Attention AP Students! If you have not signed up for an AP Test and still would like to do so, you will be able to purchase a test during the week of January 25th to January 29th on lacanada.graystep.com. The cost of AP Economics will be $105. The cost for all other tests will be $135. Do not miss out on this opportunity as this will be the last time you will be able to purchase a test. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Ito or Mrs. Hicklin.

4. Selfies Wanted- Post your photo for the yearbook portrait section. The deadline is fast approaching. Go to images.balfour.com enter the school code 116624 and the password omega21 to enter your selfie. See this flyer for more information. We want you in the yearbook!

5. Distance Learning Survey - Some of your fellow classmates would like you to participate in a short survey regarding the circumstances of distance learning in order to gather information for the LA County Science Fair. It will only take about 5-10 minutes, and it is completely anonymous. Please follow this link if you are interested.

6. Daily Bulletin Announcements - How To Get Your Stuff Here - Daily Announcements - If students have any announcements your club or campus group wishes to make, please complete the Bulletin / PA Announcement Request Form by clicking on this link. We want to hear from all campus teams, clubs, and groups.

7. Distance Learning Bell Schedule - Please continue to follow the distance learning bell schedule starting on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Block days will resume on Wednesday and Thursday, January 6-7. The schedule is below in the flyer section of this Spartan Update.

8. Semester One Grades and Aeries Viewing Schedule 2020-21-

12/18 -January 4, 2021 - The Aeries grading portal will close.
January 5-8 - Portal Reopens for Students to Discuss Sem 1 grades as needed.
January 8 - Portal closes as always at the start of the new semester.
January 15 - Semester One Report Cards Mailed Home to All LCHS Students
January 19 - Portal reopens for second semester.
May 28 - Portal closes for end of year grade preparation.

9. Asynchronous Class Schedule for January, 2021 - LCHS Departments will follow this schedule and offer asynchronous classes on the following days. Students will be assigned work and attendance will be taken each day as determined by the completion of an assignment given to students by their teachers. Students should check Google classrooms to find the assignment(s), but class will not be in live, synchronous session for that class period. Teachers will host office hours as normal on days when their classes are working asynchronously: As an example, if a student has class with Dr. Brookey or Mr. Eick, these teachers will assign work on Friday, January 15, but will not meet with them during their period.

January Schedule

Monday, Jan 11 - SPED

Tuesday, Jan 12 - Physical Education

Friday, Jan 15 -VPA

Monday, Jan 18 - MLK Holiday

Tuesday, Jan 19 - English

Friday, Jan 22 - Science

Monday, Jan 25 - Math

Tuesday - Jan 26 - Social Science

Friday - Jan 29 - World Language

10. The date of Boost-a-thon has been set for Sunday January 31, 2021 at 6:00pm. Spartans, you still have time to submit your film clips and sports highlights. The new deadline is Monday December 7th. Please go to www.Boostathon.com and click UPLOAD to submit your videos.

11. Cap and Gowns - Attention Seniors! For any senior who would like to borrow a cap & gown for 2021 graduation, please click here for the form you need. For all seniors who would like to purchase a cap & gown for your 2021 graduation, please click here for the order form. Any questions, please contact Kirk Mayer, our Jostens rep at kirk.mayer@jostens.com.

Monday, January 11:

Good Morning, at 9:15 am or when you can review these...

Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. Ready, Begin:

Please see www.instagram.com/lacanadahighschool

1. AP Flash Sale!! - Attention AP Students! If you have not signed up for an AP Test and still would like to do so, you will be able to purchase a test during the week of January 25th to January 29th on lacanada.graystep.com. The cost of AP Economics will be $105. The cost for all other tests will be $135. Do not miss out on this opportunity as this will be the last time you will be able to purchase a test. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Ito or Mrs. Hicklin.

2. Selfies Wanted- Post your photo for the yearbook portrait section. The deadline is fast approaching. Go to images.balfour.com enter the school code 116624 and the password omega21 to enter your selfie. See this flyer for more information. We want you in the yearbook!

3. Distance Learning Survey - Some of your fellow classmates would like you to participate in a short survey regarding the circumstances of distance learning in order to gather information for the LA County Science Fair. It will only take about 5-10 minutes, and it is completely anonymous. Please follow this link if you are interested.

4. Daily Bulletin Announcements - How To Get Your Stuff Here - Daily Announcements - If students have any announcements your club or campus group wishes to make, please complete the Bulletin / PA Announcement Request Form by clicking on this link. We want to hear from all campus teams, clubs, and groups.

5. Distance Learning Bell Schedule - Please continue to follow the distance learning bell schedule starting on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Block days will resume on Wednesday and Thursday, January 6-7. The schedule is below in the flyer section of this Spartan Update.

6. Semester One Grades and Aeries Viewing Schedule 2020-21-

12/18 -January 4, 2021 - The Aeries grading portal will close.
January 5-8 - Portal Reopens for Students to Discuss Sem 1 grades as needed.
January 8 - Portal closes as always at the start of the new semester.
January 15 - Semester One Report Cards Mailed Home to All LCHS Students
January 19 - Portal reopens for second semester.
May 28 - Portal closes for end of year grade preparation.

7. Asynchronous Class Schedule for January, 2021 - LCHS Departments will follow this schedule and offer asynchronous classes on the following days. Students will be assigned work and attendance will be taken each day as determined by the completion of an assignment given to students by their teachers. Students should check Google classrooms to find the assignment(s), but class will not be in live, synchronous session for that class period. Teachers will host office hours as normal on days when their classes are working asynchronously: As an example, if a student has class with Dr. Brookey or Mr. Eick, these teachers will assign work on Friday, January 15, but will not meet with them during their period.

January Schedule

Monday, Jan 11 - SPED

Tuesday, Jan 12 - Physical Education

Friday, Jan 15 -VPA

Monday, Jan 18 - MLK Holiday

Tuesday, Jan 19 - English

Friday, Jan 22 - Science

Monday, Jan 25 - Math

Tuesday - Jan 26 - Social Science

Friday - Jan 29 - World Language

8. The date of Boost-a-thon has been set for Sunday January 31, 2021 at 6:00pm. Spartans, you still have time to submit your film clips and sports highlights. The new deadline is Monday December 7th. Please go to www.Boostathon.com and click UPLOAD to submit your videos.

9. Cap and Gowns - Attention Seniors! For any senior who would like to borrow a cap & gown for 2021 graduation, please click here for the form you need. For all seniors who would like to purchase a cap & gown for your 2021 graduation, please click here for the order form. Any questions, please contact Kirk Mayer, our Jostens rep at kirk.mayer@jostens.com.

Week of January 4

Friday, January 8:

Good Morning, at 9:15 am or when you can review these...

Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. Ready, Begin:

Please see www.instagram.com/lacanadahighschool

3. LCHS Music Program "Sunday Funday" fundraiser with Dona Maria Mexican Restaurant! - EVERY SUNDAY 4p-9p order Take Out food & drinks from Dona Maria in La Canada & they will donate a whopping 40% of the proceeds to the LCHS Instrumental Music Program! YOU MUST MENTION: “Your order is with "LCHS Music fundraiser” - for LCHS Music to get the donation.

6. Semester One Grades and Aeries Viewing Schedule 2020-21-

12/18 -January 4, 2021 - The Aeries grading portal will close.
January 5-8 - Portal Reopens for Students to Discuss Sem 1 grades as needed.
January 8 - Portal closes as always at the start of the new semester.
January 15 - Semester One Report Cards Mailed Home to All LCHS Students
January 19 - Portal reopens for second semester.
May 28 - Portal closes for end of year grade preparation.

January Schedule

Monday, Jan 11 - SPED

Tuesday, Jan 12 - Physical Education

Friday, Jan 15 -VPA

Monday, Jan 18 - MLK Holiday

Tuesday, Jan 19 - English

Friday, Jan 22 - Science

Monday, Jan 25 - Math

Tuesday - Jan 26 - Social Science

Friday - Jan 29 - World Language

Thursday, January 7:

Good Morning, when you can review these...

Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. Ready, Begin:

Please see www.instagram.com/lacanadahighschool

1. Events of January 6, 2021 - LCHS administration wishes to address and acknowledge the unsettling events that we witnessed in our nation's capital. The insurrection of citizens attacking and destroying parts of the Capitol that resulted in loss of life and a threat to our democracy played out in front of us via TV live feed, social media notifications, and outreach from our friends and loved ones. Troubling violence, with Americans attacking Americans, has left many in our nation, many at our school, unsettled. LCHS administration has asked our teachers to engage students with chances to ask questions, reflect on how the events of yesterday have made students feel, and wish to offer the following proactive steps that individuals can take. First, we wish that our students make an active news consumption plan. Please consider turning OFF social media, news, and other notifications so you can focus on the people and tasks in front of you. Next, participate in class discussions and be candid with teachers, particularly in the later class periods where you are “talked out” about engaging with this. Please engage in discussions in class and beyond with an eye toward focusing on wrong actions over labelling people, particularly in these clearly divided times. We hope families will also talk about this to share questions, feelings, and concerns. Please remember, that LCHS remains a safe place to learn, with teachers, administration, and staff who are here to help support students academic and social emotional well-being. Students should reach out to their counselor with concern or email or call the LCHS Wellness Center at wellnesscenter@lcusd.net or 818.952.4235

2. AP Flash Sale!! - Attention AP Students! If you have not signed up for an AP Test and still would like to do so, you will be able to purchase a test during the week of January 25th to January 29th on lacanada.graystep.com. The cost of AP Economics will be $105. The cost for all other tests will be $135. Do not miss out on this opportunity as this will be the last time you will be able to purchase a test. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Ito or Mrs. Hicklin.

3. Selfies Wanted- Post your photo for the yearbook portrait section. The deadline is fast approaching. Go to images.balfour.com enter the school code 116624 and the password omega21 to enter your selfie. See this flyer for more information. We want you in the yearbook!

4. Start of Second Semester - We have just started the second semester. Gradebooks have been reset and students will begin to work toward earning their grades anew. Please attend to your studies, continue to visit your teachers in office hours, and use the multiple supports available to all students - paper.co, peer tutoring, and the virtual wellness center.

6. Semester One Grades and Aeries Viewing Schedule 2020-21-

12/18 -January 4, 2021 - The Aeries grading portal will close.
January 5-8 - Portal Reopens for Students to Discuss Sem 1 grades as needed.
January 8 - Portal closes as always at the start of the new semester.
January 15 - Semester One Report Cards Mailed Home to All LCHS Students
January 19 - Portal reopens for second semester.
May 28 - Portal closes for end of year grade preparation.

January Schedule

Monday, Jan 11 - SPED

Tuesday, Jan 12 - Physical Education

Friday, Jan 15 -VPA

Monday, Jan 18 - MLK Holiday

Tuesday, Jan 19 - English

Friday, Jan 22 - Science

Monday, Jan 25 - Math

Tuesday - Jan 26 - Social Science

Friday - Jan 29 - World Language

10. Tutoring - Sign up for free tutoring and study groups with Peer Tutors available Mon-Thur 1:30-3:15. Click on the signup link https://forms.gle/tX9BzDCyPmFuyC6H7 or email wellnesscenter@lcusd.net for more information. Click here for a short video.

Wednesday, January 6:

Good Morning, at 9:15 am.

Please rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. Ready, Begin:

Please see www.instagram.com/lacanadahighschool

1. Start of Second Semester - We have just started the second semester. Gradebooks have been reset and students will begin to work toward earning their grades anew. Please attend to your studies, continue to visit your teachers in office hours, and use the multiple supports available to all students - paper.co, peer tutoring, and the virtual wellness center.

2. Distance Learning Bell Schedule - Please continue to follow the distance learning bell schedule starting on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Block days will resume on Wednesday and Thursday, January 6-7. The schedule is below in the flyer section of this Spartan Update.

3. Semester One Grades and Aeries Viewing Schedule 2020-21-

12/18 -January 4, 2021 - The Aeries grading portal will close.
January 5-8 - Portal Reopens for Students to Discuss Sem 1 grades as needed.
January 8 - Portal closes as always at the start of the new semester.
January 15 - Semester One Report Cards Mailed Home to All LCHS Students
January 19 - Portal reopens for second semester.
May 28 - Portal closes for end of year grade preparation.

4. Asynchronous Class Schedule for January, 2021 - LCHS Departments will follow this schedule and offer asynchronous classes on the following days. Students will be assigned work and attendance will be taken each day as determined by the completion of an assignment given to students by their teachers. Students should check Google classrooms to find the assignment(s), but class will not be in live, synchronous session for that class period. Teachers will host office hours as normal on days when their classes are working asynchronously: As an example, if a student has class with Dr. Brookey or Mr. Eick, these teachers will assign work on Friday, January 15, but will not meet with them during their period.

January Schedule

Monday, Jan 11 - SPED

Tuesday, Jan 12 - Physical Education

Friday, Jan 15 -VPA

Monday, Jan 18 - MLK Holiday

Tuesday, Jan 19 - English

Friday, Jan 22 - Science

Monday, Jan 25 - Math

Tuesday - Jan 26 - Social Science

Friday - Jan 29 - World Language

5. The date of Boost-a-thon has been set for Sunday January 31, 2021 at 6:00pm. Spartans, you still have time to submit your film clips and sports highlights. The new deadline is Monday December 7th. Please go to www.Boostathon.com and click UPLOAD to submit your videos.

6. Cap and Gowns - Attention Seniors! For any senior who would like to borrow a cap & gown for 2021 graduation, please click here for the form you need. For all seniors who would like to purchase a cap & gown for your 2021 graduation, please click here for the order form. Any questions, please contact Kirk Mayer, our Jostens rep at kirk.mayer@jostens.com.

7. Tutoring - Sign up for free tutoring and study groups with Peer Tutors available Mon-Thur 1:30-3:15. Click on the signup link https://forms.gle/tX9BzDCyPmFuyC6H7 or email wellnesscenter@lcusd.net for more information. Click here for a short video.

Wellness Wednesday Message - Happy New Year to all in Spartan Nation. We hope you had a great winter holiday and a good first day back at school for the start of a new semester. For Wellness Wednesday today, we ask that you be mindful across the day. While many have heard of mindfulness, for those who have not, it is basically the idea of paying attention to things that you may not otherwise pay attention to. Here are two Spartan Challenges for today - pay attention to your breathing twice in the morning, twice at mid day, and twice as you are finishing the organized part of your day. Are you breathing in a shallow manner, taking short breaths that may indicate how you are feeling? I find that closing my eyes and taking a couple of deep breaths through my nose, holding it for a count or two, and then release through my mouth helps slow me down and regain some focus. The second Spartan Challenge regards ensuring you are exercising today and everyday. How many “steps” did you take today? If there are a bunch, how many miles did you cover, even if it was over a short geographical area, like home or school? Being mindful of some of these things that we do normally across a day can help you better gain insights into how you are feeling, when maybe you are involved in a task, like school, that demands your attention, energy, and focus. Welcome back, and…...

Go, Spartans!

In Appreciation,

Jim Cartnal - Principal