The Lion Report

Robotics Team with instructor, Dr. Lindsey Napier, far right.

ROBOTICS TEAM MEMBERS: Edwin Amoako, Bengina Amponsah, Oluwafemi Balogun, Joshua Bautista, Evan Betts, Savannah Brooks, Julie Cardenas, Sawyer Carr, Gabriel Couso, Riley DeFreese, Christina Elliott, Gabrielle English, Tyrel McDowell, Tristan Moore, Diego Orellana, Roshan Patel, Taylor Vastine, Naomi Wood, Marshawn Judge, & Joshua Diaz Mena

LSHS Robotics team recently participated in the exhilarating robotics competitions held in Carrollton and Albany, GA. Led by their instructor, Dr. Lindsey Napier, along with their passion for innovation and technology, our students showcased their hard work, dedication, and teamwork throughout these competitions.

At the heart of their journey was the creation of their extraordinary robot, Leobot XII, affectionately referred to as Scrappy, Jr. The Robotics team members poured their creativity, engineering skills, and coding expertise into designing, building, and programming this remarkable robot. From concept to creation, they worked collaboratively, facing challenges head-on and embracing the spirit of innovation.

While the team did not secure a top placement in the competitions, their journey was filled with invaluable lessons and experiences. The students learned the significance of perseverance, critical thinking, and effective communication as they navigated the complexities of robotics design and competition. A strong sense of camaraderie and teamwork will definitely serve them well in their future education and career endeavors. We are immensely proud of our Robotics team and their accomplishments. Their passion and dedication has not gone unnoticed! Congrats to our Robotics team!

We are excited to share the recent artistic endeavor undertaken by our very own art students under the guidance of Mr. James Couch, art teacher. Superintendent Richard Woods of the Georgia Department of Education presented schools with a unique opportunity to showcase student talent and emphasize the importance of fine arts education. The challenge? Decorate Easter eggs to be displayed in the offices of the Georgia Department of Education.

Eager to promote the creativity and skills of our students, Mr. Couch enthusiastically accepted the challenge. Under his guidance, our art students poured their hearts and souls into transforming plain Easter eggs into stunning 3-D works of art. Each student brought their unique style and creativity to the project, resulting in a diverse collection of beautifully decorated eggs.

The submission of our students' artwork is shown below by Superintendent Woods and Director of Policy, Susan Walker. We hope they were impressed by the talent and dedication showcased in each egg. We are incredibly proud of our students for rising to the challenge and producing such Egg-ceptional artwork! Thank you Superintendent Woods for recognizing the importance of fostering artistic expression and creativity in education.

Back Row (L-R): Camryn Pierre, Isaac Foster, Jalen Reid, Michael Colbert

Front Row (L-R): Baylee Haslerig, Citlalli Uriostegui, Angelina Letourneau, Grace Jacob

Not Pictured: Ansleigh Jackson

Coach Jaime Samples

Dear Parents:

We want to remind you of the importance of completing the free and reduced meal application for your child to qualify for free and reduced meals at school. Until the application is approved, breakfast will cost $1.25 and lunch will cost $2.50 daily.

To access your student's progress report, report cards, attendance, and grades, click the "Infinite Campus Parent Portal Set Up" link above for directions on registering for a Parent Portal account. All progress reports and reports cards will only be accessible via the Parent Portal. Paper copies will not be sent home.

If you need assistance with Parent Portal, contact the Douglas County Help Desk at parent@dcssga.org or (770) 651-2330.

Click link below for Instrucciones del Portal Para Padres de Infinite Campus (Espanol)

April 1-5: Spring Break, NO SCHOOL

May 2: Senior Class Trip

May 15: Last Day of School for Seniors Only

May 15: Senior Picnic @ LSHS (A Senior Only Event)

May 20: Senior Graduation Practice @ LSHS 8:30-12:00

May 21: Senior Graduation Practice @ Legacy Arena 9:00-12:00

May 21 & May 22: Half Days. HS Dismissal @ 12:00 P.M.

May 22: Last Day of School

May 23: LSHS Graduation @ 9:00 A.M.

All Google Classrooms from the counselors have been set up and you should have received an invite via your school email. If you did not receive the invite via email, no worries, just join using the codes below:

Class of 2024 (Seniors) 4xxs63j

Class of 2025 (Juniors) 34aqeb2

Class of 2026 (Sophomores) tjstxjs

Class of 2027 (Freshmen) wesfy4p

Pertinent information pertaining to your grade level will be placed in these classrooms from the counselors. Special events such as field trips, college fairs, scholarships and community service opportunities will also be placed in the Google Classrooms. You don't want to miss anything so join today!

News from the Counseling Dept!

Are you wondering who your school counselor will be? Well wonder no more! Below is a breakdown by alphabet that will help you in identifying your school counselor:

Lead Counselor: Mitzi Blackstone; mitzi.blackstone@dcssga.org; 770-651-6807

• Off-Campus Programs
• 12th ACTIVITIES

Last Names A, D-J: Shimirrah Rembert; shimirrah.rembert@dcssga.org; 770-651-6774

Last Names B, K-Q: Jonathan Reeves; jonathan.reeves@dcssga.org; 770-651-6862

Last Names C, R-Z: Angel Richmond; angel.richmond@dcssga.org; 770-651-6714

If you need to meet with your counselor, please make an appointment with him or her directly by scanning a QR code that will be posted throughout the school building.

DCSS has a clear bag policy at all sporting events. The policy is similar to policies in place at college and professional stadiums and coliseums.

"The clear bag policy will help us keep dangerous or illegal items, including weapons, out of our venues," said Superintendent Trent North. "By allowing only clear bags, we can monitor what's coming into our stadiums and gyms and keep everyone safer with only minor inconvenience to those in attendance."

The following types of bags will be permitted inside DCSS sporting events:

• Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12"x6"x12"
• One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags
• Small clutch bags, with or without a handle or strap, that do not exceed 4.5"x6.5"

No outside food or drink will be permitted. Bottled water will be acceptable under special circumstances. Thank you in advance for adhering to this policy.

Available to parents of students who are enrolled in the Douglas County School System

• View the real-time location of your child’s bus

• Access the app from your smartphone, tablet or computer

• Receive push notifications or email alerts

• Send your child to the bus stop at just the right time

How to Get Started

1. Download the Here Comes the Bus app or visit herecomesthebus.com

2. Click the sign-up button

3. Enter school code 79003 and click “Next” followed by “Confirm”

4. Complete the “User Profile” box

5. Under “My Student” click “Add.” Enter your child’s last name & student ID#

6. Once you confirm your information, you are ready to begin using Here Comes the Bus!

Email questions, concerns or comments to: herecomesthebus@dcssga.org

See Ms. Bobbie Johnson in the main office.

Bring your driver's license and a copy of your insurance and registration.

Cost is $50 payable online (RevTrak) or by check or money order.

Parents, if your child drives to school, then they must have a parking pass.

Click here for the Student Parking Application and Vehicle Registration Form.

Use our attendance zone maps or web address search tool to know which DCSS school your student will attend. Both tools show which school or schools your address is zoned for in this school year.

We strive to make the registration process as easy as possible for all families in Douglas County. No matter if your student is new to the Douglas County School System of if they have attended a DCSS school before, you can use this site to find information about enrolling your student into one of our schools.

Did you know there are 22 technical colleges in the state of Georgia? The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) offers technical education, custom business and industry training, and adult education programs. Chattahoochee Technical College is the largest technical college in Georgia with an enrollment that exceeded 14,000 students in the past academic year.

Find out why TCSG may be the right choice for your higher education by clicking this link.

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