LAMBERT
October 2024 Edition
Dear Longhorn Families,
I sincerely hope all of our Longhorn families were able to rest and relax over Fall Break!
It's hard to believe, but we are quickly approaching the end of the first quarter of the school year. To help students stay on top of assignments and time manage, we have a Q1 Missing Assignment Deadline. In the past, many students would allow missing work to pile up until the end of the semester and scramble to get it in at the last minute. Our hope is that designating incremental due dates each quarter will help students better manage their time and missing work, along with instilling in them the life skill of meeting deadlines. Please partner with us by reminding your student of this new expectation and encouraging them to complete all missing assignments from Q1 by Monday, October 13.
October is a busy month, so please read each section below to stay on top of all the events happening at Lambert! Up first is our Homecoming Parade that will take place tomorrow and lock down our campus from 10:00 - 11:00 A.M. We will not be able to accommodate any check-ins or check-outs during this time, so please plan accordingly. We're excited for our students, staff, and feeder schools to celebrate together and showcase the incredible spirit of Lambert High School.
Thank you, as always, for your partnership and support. We are grateful to walk alongside you in making Lambert a place where our students lead well, live well, and love well.
Sincerely,
Amanda Thrower
Principal
October 1 8-Period Schedule
October 2 - Pep Rally Schedule
Custodian Appreciation Day
October 3 - Pep Rally Schedule
October 6 - National Coach Appreciation Day
October 10 - Advisement Schedule
October 13 - Q1 Missing Work Deadline
October 15 - Lambert Connected Unplugged Night
October 17 - Online Learning Day & PSAT
October 20 - Professional Learning Day (Student Holiday)
October 20 - 24: Bus Driver Appreciation Week
October 24 - Advisement Schedule
October 28 - Trunk or Treat at 5:30PM
October 30 - SFMS Pathway Motiv8
November 6 - RMS Pathway Motiv8
November 4 & 6 - Programs and Pathways Nights (see details below)
FCS Student Calendars (through 2026-2027 - Please plan trips around school days.)
- If your student relies on you for a ride to/from school, here is the schedule for Thursday, October 2nd, and Friday, October 3rd so you can plan pickup and drop-off times.
- On Thursday, October 2nd, campus will be shut down 10:00-11:00AM for the Homecoming parade. No checkouts and no visitors. While we’re excited for your students to have fun, this is a student-only event.
- If you have a student driver, please have them leave for school on Thursday earlier than usual too ensure they have ample time to find a parking spot. There will be NO parking in the auditorium lot. Additionally, spots in the gravel lot will be roped off to make room for parade floats and drivers.
- Lalo Fest is this Saturday, October 4th from 7-10pm.
- All drop off and parking will take place in the gym lot.
- Students will enter the school at the gym entrance and walk to the T to check in!
- All students and guests must have their tickets ready on their phones for teachers to validate on site. Screenshots will not be accepted!
- Students interested in purchasing food and snacks from the food trucks must bring money for those purchases.
- Pick up after the event will also be located in the gym lot.
- Please arrive early to get in line for pick up. All students must be picked up by 10pm!
Registration is closed at this time.
10th Grade Students
Testing will begin at 8:25 AM. Students should plan to arrive at Lambert between 7:45-8:15 AM. Students may ride the bus as normal if they choose to. If being dropped off, students should enter through the front of the school in the normal car rider line. Students will be finished around 11:30 AM and should be picked up in the front car rider line.
9th Grade & 11th Grade Students
Testing will begin at 12:00 PM. Students should plan to arrive at Lambert between 11:15-11:45 AM. Students will need to report to the gym upon arrival. If being dropped off, students should be dropped off in the gym side parking lot. The front car rider line will be backed up with cars for 10th grade students who are finishing, and students will likely be late if waiting in the front car line. Students can be picked up around 3:00 PM in the front car rider line or they may take the bus home.
Information for all testers:
Check your testing room location in the main hallway by the cafeteria or upstairs by the Media Center the week of 10/13.
Use the restroom before arriving at your testing room.
Bring an approved calculator - see the Student Guide for more information about acceptable calculators.
Bring several No. 2 pencils.
Bring a snack/drink for the breaks.
Cell phones and smart watches cannot be used during the testing session and will be collected by proctors.
AP Exam registration ends on October 24 at 7:00 pm. Please ensure that your student has registered for all exams (including exams for any spring semester or online courses!) by that time. Students who have not completed registration and payment by that time will incur a late fee of $25 per exam and will not be eligible to receive the state STEM waiver. Review the details on our AP website carefully and complete registration with your student to ensure a smooth process! Please utilize the resources below for a successful registration.
Exam Registration Step-by-Step Guide
As part of our commitment to online safety, Forsyth County Schools is providing families with free access to Qustodio, a leading parental technology monitoring app. Qustodio will allow you to do the following outside of school hours: Monitor your child's FCS-issued Chromebook Monitor one additional personal device Set screen time limits and filter content outside of school hours Receive alerts and insights about your child's online activity In August, Qustodio sent an email to parents with instructions to activate your account using the email address on file in Infinite Campus. Create your free account by visiting http://qustodio.com/my-school.
Lambert will be hosting a night for parents and students to come explore all the specialized programs we offer to students. Families will have an opportunity to visit program classrooms, talk to program teachers, and tour our labs spaces. Current students in the programs will speak about the unique opportunities within the different courses and their leadership development.
We will have representatives available specifically for the following programs:
- Career Tech (CTAE)
- Fine Arts (FA)
- World Languages (WL)
- Advanced Placement (AP)
The night is geared primarily for rising 9th graders, but if your student is interested in any of the above programs, feel free to attend on the evening assigned to your last name (see graphic below for details).
This will also be a good opportunity for families to hear about all of Lambert’s Career Tech Student Organizations (CTSO), World Language Honor Societies, as well as Fine Arts, Visual Arts Honor Societies, and Performing Arts organizations students can get involved in at LHS. Make sure you visit our LHS Main Hall Exhibit where you will have an opportunity to tour various booths, talk to current student officers and see all that our students are involved in even outside of the classroom with their pathways and honor societies.
The OOD Portal for the 2026–2027 school year will be open October 13, 2025 – November 28, 2025.
Parents/guardians and students are encouraged to:
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Reference the High School Course Digest to help guide pathway and program decisions.
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Attend FCS Pathway Motive8 Night (see flyer below).
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Join us for Lambert’s Programs and Pathway Night on November 4th & 6th.
Important Reminders:
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Attending a school other than the assigned “home” school may result in loss of eligibility under Georgia High School Association (GHSA) rules. Parents of students who participate in athletics should consult with the County Athletic Director before applying for an OOD transfer. GHSA rules on transferring can be found on pages 19–23 of the GHSA Constitution.
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No OOD requests/transfers will be permitted for rising Juniors or Seniors.
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Students approved for an OOD transfer for a CTAE pathway or specialty CTAE program are expected to remain in that program through completion. Forsyth County Schools reserves the right to revoke OOD status if the student discontinues enrollment in the program or pathway.
For more information and to access the district’s OOD request form, visit: Forsyth County Schools – Out of District.
We highly encourage our families NOT to plan trips on midterm exam dates. Midterms cannot be administered early, and making them up after the long break does not set students up for optimal success. Thank you in advance for planning accordingly.
- Tuesday, 12/16
- Wednesday, 12/17
- Thursday, 12/18
- Friday, 12/19
ATTENTION SENIORS: Don’t forget to schedule your senior portraits with CADY.
You must have your portrait taken by CADY to be in the yearbook, but don’t worry — CADY specializes in the full senior portrait experience with a full studio housing over 10 different scenes with 3-D built-in options, changing rooms, and a high-energy atmosphere with music and professional staff.
Click HERE for more information about booking your session and HERE for a timeline of important dates regarding senior pictures and yearbook info.
Sophomore Information Night
9th Grade Guest Speaker
The LHS counselors are hosting a speaker from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) who will present to all 9th grade students on October 14th. The speaker is a former Longhorn who currently attends UGA and is working with NAMI to raise awareness on mental health through their evidence-based program, Ending the Silence. For more information on Ending the Silence, click here.
No-Cost Flu Shots
- The 2025 no-cost flu shot clinic will be on Friday, October 17th, and is for Forsyth County children ages 4-18. Pleas see this flyer for details.
Medications at School
- We kindly ask that parents and guardians notify the school clinic if your student has a health condition that may require care or support during the school day or extracurricular activities. This includes conditions such as asthma, severe allergies, frequent headaches or migraines, gastrointestinal or genitourinary concerns, and more.
- Please remember that, per the Forsyth County Schools Code of Conduct, students are not permitted to carry any medications — including prescription and over-the-counter medications — while at school. The only exceptions are life-saving emergency medications (such as inhalers, EpiPens, or diabetic supplies), and these must have the appropriate documentation on file in the clinic.
- All health and medication forms can be found on the school nurse webpage, under FCS Health Care Plans and Medication Forms. Medications must be brought to school by a parent or guardian — students may not transport medications themselves. If you have any questions, need help with forms, or want to discuss your student’s health needs, please don’t hesitate to contact Nurse Surio and Nurse G at LHSNurse@forsyth.k12.ga.us.
- Thank you for partnering with us to keep our students safe, healthy, and ready to succeed! Nurse Surio & Nurse G
- All sporting events are cashless. Use GoFan.co to purchase athletic tickets in advance or at the door.
- No outside food or drinks are permitted inside the stadium or other sports venues. Our concession stands will be open for your food and beverage needs.
- No backpacks or large bags will be allowed for security purposes. Clear bags are strongly encouraged.
- All elementary and middle school students must be accompanied by an adult to gain entrance to the game and should remain with their supervising adult throughout the evening.
- All Lambert fans should remain on the home side of stands and use home side concessions and restrooms.
- Show your Longhorn Pride loud and proud, but remain respectful to all game officials and opposing teams.
Is there an LHS teacher or staff member making a difference in the life of your student? Use this form to recognize staff members who serve the mission, vision, beliefs, and commitments of Lambert High School. Who is helping your child lead well, live well, and love well?
Angela Rodriguez -- ESOL Lead Teacher
Travis Church -- Counselor
Travis Church, one of our amazing counselors who truly embodies what it means to lead with heart. Travis is the person we all turn to—always willing to step in, offer support, and bring a positive light to any situation. Our pep rallies wouldn’t be the same without his energy and dedication, and it’s clear how much our students love and respect him. He consistently shows up with compassion, offering emotional support to anyone in need, and leads with kindness, strength, and grace. We’re so lucky to have Travis as part of our team!
Healthcare Team
Huge shout out to our incredible Healthcare Team for organizing an amazing event to celebrate two exceptional students in our district at the home football game against West. Their dedication and teamwork shine because partner together seamlessly to bring meaningful experiences to our community and to students in our healthcare pathways and CTSOs. We’re so lucky to have such passionate, committed individuals leading the way—thank you for all that you do to Lead and Love our students well.
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