Community Newsletter

Did you know? So many pieces of standard “American” culture were imported from south of the border. For example, the cowboy hat, rodeos, and ranching are all from Spain and Mexico. Several state names like Montana, Colorado, and Nevada come from Spanish words. Even barbeque originated from the intersection of Spanish and Caribbean traditions! (Hint: the word barbecue comes from the Spanish barbacoa.)

Homecoming Fair Tickets, Dance Tickets, Talent Applications, Court are available starting Monday, Oct 6th!

The College & Career Expo is back! Please see the flyer for more information and contact Ms. Kelly or the college and career center if you are interested in participating.

Please take a moment to log into your ParentVue account and complete the Annual Student Verification.

Completing the verification ensures:

• Your contact information and communication preferences are accurate, allowing you to receive timely updates from the District and your child's school.

• LBUSD insight on what services, programs, and resources each school may need to help students succeed.

Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) is committed to protecting the confidentiality of sensitive information about students and their families through policies that prohibit information-sharing with law enforcement authorities for immigration enforcement purposes to the maximum extent permitted under law.

To complete the verification, use the link to log into your ParentVUE account: ParentVUE link.

For additional assistance, view the instructions provided below.

DIRECTIONS: How to Complete Annual Verification

For questions about the application or if your child is not planning on attending LBUSD in 2025-2026, please contact your child's school. Thank you for your continued partnership.

Por favor tomen un momento para iniciar una sesión en su cuenta de ParentVUE y completar la Verificación Anual de Estudiantes.

En completar la verificación puede asegurar que:

• Su información de contacto y preferencias de comunicación son precisas, lo que le permite recibir actualizaciones oportunas del Distrito y de la escuela de su hijo.

• Conocimiento para LBUSD sobre qué servicios, programas y recursos puede necesitar cada escuela para ayudar a los estudiantes a tener éxito.

El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Long Beach (LBUSD) se compromete a proteger la confidencialidad de la información sensible sobre los estudiantes y sus familias a través de políticas que prohíben el intercambio de información con las autoridades policiales para fines de aplicación de la ley en la medida máxima permitida por la ley.

Para completar la verificación, utilice el enlace para iniciar sesión en su cuenta de ParentVUE: Enlace de ParentVUE.

Para obtener ayuda adicional, consulte las instrucciones que se proporcionan a continuación.
INSTRUCCIONES: Cómo completar la verificación anual

Si tiene preguntas sobre la solicitud o si su hijo/a no planea asistir a LBUSD en 2025-2026, comuníquese con la escuela de su hijo/a. Gracias por su continua colaboración.

In an effort to maintain a safe and secure campus, the Lakewood High School Administration together with LBUSD School Safety, conduct random searches of our students. Thank you for your continued support in keeping Lakewood a safe place.

The Book Room will only be open Tuesday during nutrition, lunch and 7/8 periods until 4 PM and closed on Thursday.

Make sure to return any old textbooks! Overdue books will prevent you from attending certain school activities!

PSAT Information: The PSAT will be offered at LHS on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Parents/Guardians and Students have been notified they are to report to their testing location, either the Library or Small Gym, at 8:30am. Students will be tested on Chromebooks, as the PSAT is now digital. Testing should conclude around 11:30am-12:00pm. Click here for CollegeBoard PSAT practice resources and here for Khan Academy practice.

See attached flyers for information on the Wellness Center Spotlight and calendar of events!

SCHOOL CENTS IS NOW SCHOOL BUCKS – Help Lakewood earn money by shopping at the Lakewood Center Mall and surrounding stores and restaurants. Save your receipts starting from Sept. 1st and turn them in to the ASB office or you can log them at shopandlog.com/Lakewood. Thank you for your help.

BOYS BASKETBALL – Please donate unwanted clothes/shoes to support Boys Basketball. You can leave them in Coach Coopers bungalow 25107/B91. Thank you for your support.

CALLING ALL ARTISTS - Help us promote your pathways! Create 1-3 bookmark designs that represent your pathway and submit them for the Pathway Bookmark Design Contest. If chosen it will be displayed in the library and be used for recruitment. Stop by the library for a contest entrance form on paper if needed. All submissions are due by October 6th!

LANCER DISCOUNT CARDS – This is a great fundraiser opportunity to help your school. You can earn prizes like a free yearbook, prom, grad nite and also help earn money for your club or sport. Come to the ASB office to pick up your cards.

NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IS HERE!- From September 15 to October 15, we celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Americans with roots in Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The celebration begins on September 15 because several Latin American countries celebrate their independence this week, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Mexico, and Chile.

This month is all about recognizing the traditions, stories, and achievements of Hispanic and Latino communities that have helped shape our country.

CLUB SECTION

ATM CLUB – Come and join us every Wednesday at lunch in room 10204. All welcome.

ATTENTION LAKEWOOD GIRLS! Interested in Female Leadership and building a strong community? Come every Thursday to room 7401 at lunch.

SENIOR SENATE – Seniors! Come join us every Tuesday at lunch in Mrs. Acuna’s class Room 2201

LATINOS UNIDOS – Latinos Unidos is a club based on community. Anyone can join. Meetings are every Monday during lunch in room 2211. See you there.

WE CALL IT IMAGINEERING - The blend of creative imagination with technical know-how. Want to learn more? Come to Wednesdays with Walt and join the Disney club in room 10102. To explore all things Disney. Hope to see you there.

INTERESTED IN MEETING NEW PEOPLE,- Planning fun activities, and giving back? Come join the Odyssey Student Club every Wednesday at lunch in room 7207, all are welcome!

SENIOR SECTION

🎓 COLLEGE APPLICATION SEASON OFFICIALLY STARTS WEDNESDAY - Starting October 1st, all college applications will be open! That means you can begin applying to UCs, Cal States, out-of-state universities, and community colleges. Use CaliforniaColleges.edu to manage and submit your applications. Don’t wait—your future starts now!

CAREER CENTER SECTION

SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE NOW FOR ALL STUDENTS - Work on upcoming scholarships at bit.ly/jlvmoney and earn money for college or training after high school or buy things that you need now like a laptop or phone. Scholarships are available for students of all ages. Seniors, you can submit the Local Scholarship Application at https://bit.ly/lhscholarships26

Back to School Night was a great success! Families, teachers, and students came together for an evening full of connection and excitement. Parents had the chance to meet teachers, learn about classroom goals, and see all the wonderful things happening on campus. A big thank you to our ASB, Mr. Booth and Ms. Kelly for organizing such a fun and welcoming event — their hard work truly made the night special!

It’s that time when YOU can help Lakewood by shopping at the Lakewood Center mall and surrounding stores and restaurants. Receipts are accepted starting September 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026.

Please help us earn money for Lakewood by either:

1. You can log them in at shopandlog.com/Lakewood
2. Scan the QR code on the flyer

Please see attached flyer, all receipts posted by 10/31/25 will earn double points.

Buy your Christmas Tree from Lakewood High School.

You can get them for cheaper but not better quality!

https://lakewoodwebstore.myschoolcentral.com/(S(xef3qcm40ogpayai2d4wrq4i))/Index.aspx#/859406/161

We Appreciate your support.

Go Wood.

At our school, we encourage students to dress for academic success by following a respectful and appropriate dress code. Clothes should cover all undergarments, with no sagging bottoms. To maintain a professional environment, bare stomachs, shoulders, and backs are not allowed, and ski masks should not be worn. On Thursdays, students can show college spirit, while Fridays are encouraged for LHS Spirit Day. Clothing promoting alcohol, drugs, weapons, profanity, or sexual content is prohibited, as are summer or weekend clothes.

The administration reserves the right to request students change or call home if their clothing is deemed inappropriate.

Football team captains honored Mr. Rivera as this week’s Honorary Captain for the game against Cabrillo.

Do not bring the following items:

Backpacks

Ski Masks

Outside food or drinks

You and your items will not be let into the game together.

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