Community Newsletter

A Safe & Secure Campus

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.

Weekly Hours

The Book Room is open Tuesdays and Thursdays during nutrition, lunch and 7/8 periods until 4 PM.

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

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

PROJECT SHEPHERD - Has started, please turn in your food items, cans to your 4th period Homeroom class. Let’s help families in need this holiday season.

SENIOR SHIELD CONTEST - Applications are now available in the ASB office. They are due on Fri. Dec. 5th.

Do you have any artistic talent? If so, consider filling out an application to participate in the senior shield contest. The winner will be forever remembered as the shield will be placed in the school cafeteria for generations to come. The shield will also be seen in the front row of the Senior Panorama picture to be taken during Senior Century Day.

CLASS OF 2026: It's time to submit your baby photo for the school yearbook. Submissions will only be accepted through the Google Form: https://forms.gle/YJTTwwrAyDzY12uU9

The deadline is December 1st. See Ms. Avery in Room 4002 with any questions.

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.

CLUB SECTION

PARABLE CHRISTIAN CLUB – Everyone Welcome, come to Parable every Friday in the auditorium at lunch. Grow in your faith, have fun, free pizza. Doors close at 12:15. Let’s worship together.

HI LANCERS! - We are starting a Ukulele Club in room 8204 at lunch on Wednesdays! If you are interested in learning to play the ukulele and or sing and want to hang out with likeminded people - come on by room 8204 at lunch on Wednesdays! We have lots of ukuleles for people to learn to play! Ms. Barisoff is the advisor of this club.

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 MEETINGS – Come and stop by to stay tuned on upcoming senior activities and fundraisers. We meet every Tuesday at lunch in 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.

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!

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

Shoutout to Advanced Orchestra!

Our orchestra recently took the stage at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, performing alongside the Filipino American Junior Orchestra and Santiago Strings. They delivered an outstanding performance, showcasing both their musical artistry and our school’s pride.

We would also like to extend a special congratulations to Fatima Ramirez, Melina Khaksar, and Mathew Rangel for being selected for the All-District Honor Orchestra. This prestigious ensemble recognizes the top high school musicians in the district, and we are incredibly proud of their achievement.

HOSM Visits St. Mary's

On a rainy Friday, November 14th, HOSM students and teachers attended St. Mary's Health Vocations Day celebration. They heard from all the 'chiefs' in a panel discussion and were able to mingle over lunch with many directors of different departments in the hospital. Students also learned a lot about trauma care from two top trauma RN's and enjoyed listening to the exciting career path of a Lakewood High School alum; Chief Operating Officer, Ardel Avelino DNP, RN.

Project Shepherd

If you are unable to pick up donations, make monetary donations at this link https://www.lakewoodca.gov/Things-to-Do/Volunteer/Help-Project-Shepherd

School Bucks!

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:

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

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

Dress Code Policy

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.