Blazer Bulletin for Sept 18-22

The cut-off for 6-weeks interim progress Report (IPR) is Friday September 22nd. Students who have grades below a 70 for the six-weeks snapshot will lose UIL eligibility. Students please ensure that you are utilizing ALL remediation opportunities, seeking out your teachers for help and maximizing tutorials during Mega Lunch.

HOSA’s semi-annual blood drive will be happening Wednesday, September 27th . Each donor will have the opportunity to donate one pint of blood which can save up to three lives, whether it be patients of nearby hospitals or victims of unfortunate disasters. Community members, teachers, and students are able to donate. Seniors who donate twice in their senior year (or have an adult donate for them) are eligible for a honor cord from Carter blood care.

Blood Donor Sign Up

Must be at least 16 years old to give blood. Students under the age of 17 require parental consent.

16-Year-old Donor Permission Form (English) (Spanish)

Save time by completing your health questionnaire (QuickScreen) before arriving to the blood drive. QuickScreen must be completed on the day of your donation.

Contact Amanda Mosier at mosiera@friscoisd.org for info.

Associated Risks

Sometimes people who donate blood notice a few minor side effects including feeling faint, lightheaded, dizzy, etc. due to the blood and fluid taken. However, these symptoms usually resolve quickly as your body immediately begins working to replace the lost fluid and red blood cells. There are steps you can take to improve your donation experience.

Before donating

• Have a good night’s sleep the night before

• Eat healthy foods (avoid fatty foods like hamburgers, fries, ice cream)

• Drink EXTRA fluids in the days and morning leading up to your donation (drink an extra 16oz of water just before your appointment)

After donating

• Sit and rest for a few minutes

• Drink lots of fluids

• Avoid strenuous physical activity such as hard workouts, heavy lifting, or athletics/games for the rest of the day

• Consume iron-rich foods (red meat, fish, poultry, beans, spinach, iron-fortified cereals, raisins, and more) to help your body replace the lost blood.

During the Pep Rally on Friday, the entire homecoming court will be announced for all grade levels. The 9th-11th homecoming winners will be announced during that time.

The two Senior Homecoming Royal Winners will be announced at the Homecoming Football game.

The Homecoming ceremony will take place before the game at 6:35pm.

Saturday 9/23 8:00 - 11:00pm @ LTHS Cafeteria

Tickets can be purchased @ onlineschoolfees.com and are $20 from 9/4-9/21 and $25 @ the door

Dance Guests who are not Lebanon Trail Students will need to be 18 years & under and will need to bring a valid Photo ID to enter.

LT students will need to pick up a guest form (available in AP office) - due 9/21

Formal Attire - dresses & dress pants (NO jeans)

LTHS will be hosting a Flu Clinic this Wednesday September 20, from 3:45-6:00pm in the LTHS library. All participants must register online. Have your consent form filled out, bring photocopies of ID and insurance card and arrive just prior to your scheduled time. Electronic copies of cards will not be accepted. Most insurance plans will be accepted. For adults without accepted plans flu shot cost is $26. Children 18 & and under who do not have insurance and qualify for Texas Vaccines for Children will cost $10 per flu vaccination.

Frisco ISD offers flu vaccines to all students and families. Here is a list of all the upcoming flu clinics. Click here to register.

Are you interested in an out of state school? Join us at the Find your Future College Event on September 19th at Reedy HS.

The AP/Adv Drop Window is this week! The process for a student to drop an advanced course is listed below.

• Student meets with the teacher of the course(s) to be dropped

• Get the AP/Adv Drop Form from the teacher

• The student will make sure the form is completed with all required signatures

• Student returns the form to the Counseling Office by 4:30pm on Friday, September 22nd

• The new schedule will begin on Monday, September 25th

** Students that are interested in leveling up, may submit that request at the semester.

• Congratulations to Kelly Wykoff & Band Students. The Wind Ensemble was selected as a Commended Winner by the Foundation for Music Education- an astounding accomplishment! Way to go!

• Congratulations to Matthew Schaul & Band. His Symphonic Band was selected as a Commended Winner by the Foundation for Music Education - an astounding accomplishment. Way to go!

• Congratulations to LTHSXC boys and girls and our coaches for an outstanding performance at the Lovejoy XC Festival. Varsity girls placed 9th out of 22 teams, and varsity boys placed 29th out of 51 teams.

• Congratulations to Tennis for a tough win against Independence. Shout out to Anoushka, the MVP for the match.

• Congratulations to Micayla Decker on her D1 commitment to Ohio State University where she will be furthering her academic and athletics career.

• Congratulations to Volleyball for their tough win against the Coyotes on Friday night.

Would you like a page in your senior’s yearbook that is completely devoted to your senior and their accomplishments? Do you have a special message you want to share?

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Go to Jostens.com

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Follow the prompts for account creation, ad creation, photo uploads, and payments.

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Class of 2024 Parents we need you. Fill out this form to help support your seniors.

Please visit the PTSA Newsletter to see how you can support our campus.

All FISD 10th and 11th grade students are automatically registered to take the PSAT/NMSQT, free of charge, during the school day on October 4, 2023. The PSAT helps students identify academic areas of strength and growth, as well as prepare for college entrance exams like the SAT. The PSAT/NMSQT is also the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program for students in 11th grade and the National Recognition Programs for both 10th and 11th grade
This fall the PSAT/NMSQT will be administered in a new digital format that will provide an overall easier testing experience for students. (The SAT is going digital in spring 2024.) Your child will take the PSAT/NMSQT on October 4th using their own school-issued device.

• All FISD 9th and 12th grade students will have late arrival and report to campus at 12:45pm. There are no 1st or 2nd period classes on high school campuses or at the CTE Center.

• The PSAT/NMSQT will be administered on campus on Wednesday, October 4 to 10th and 11th graders only.

• Testing will begin at 9:00 AM sharp and anyone who arrives late will not be allowed to test.

• Students taking the PSAT are not permitted to access cell phone or smart watches during the exam. Devices must be powered off and stored in a designated location during the exam. If a student is observed with any prohibited electronic device in the testing room or during a break their scores will be canceled.

• Students will receive an email September 29 with their testing room number.

• Students with late arrival 1A must arrive by 9:00 AM.

• Students who will miss a dual credit course due to the PSAT must communicate with their professor prior to test day.

• Students may bring the following on test day:

• pencils

• your own calculator but must be on the approved calculator list

• Desmos graphing calculator is embedded desmos.com/calculator

• snacks and drinks (may only be consumed during official breaks)
  
  

For additional PSAT test day and transportation information, please see the Frisco ISD website.

For questions about the PSAT, please contact CTF Facilitator, Lauren Phillips at PhillipsL@friscoisd.org.

The College Board released the spring 2024 testing schedule in late June 2023. The dates conflict with the last two days of school and two graduation ceremonies. Late testing dates are available if students cannot test during the first two full weeks of May.

Considerations

• Graduating seniors will have the option to register for the late exam at Lebanon Trail (no additional charge)

• Late Testing Circumstances

• Building and space availability for original and late exam times