WEEKLY UPDATE

Parents and guardians can now request student absences directly through the Parent Portal, eliminating the need to call the school’s attendance line.

Below you will find the steps to submit the absence and attached below you will find these same steps along with some helpful tips.

Parent steps for submitting an absence request:

1. Log in to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.

2. Select MORE from the menu and choose ABSENCE REQUESTS

3. Click NEW at the bottom of the screen.

4. Select the student(s) for whom you are submitting the request.

5. Select the reason (excuse) for the absence: Student Illness, Vacation, College Visit, Late Arrival, Appointment OR Early Dismissal

6. Select the type of absence: Full Day Absence, Arrive Late OR Leave Early

7. Enter the appropriate date(s) or time when prompted. Add a brief COMMENT explaining the absence(100 characters or less).

8. Clicking SUBMIT will send your request to your child's school for review by our attendance team

Dear Parents and Guardians of 9th grade students,

Please read the attached letter outlining important information about a brief social-emotional survey (SSIS) that 9th grade students will take in September, December, and May. No action is needed if you would like your child to participate. To opt out, please sign and return the attached form as directed by September 2nd. If you have any questions, please contact the LHS School Counseling Department at 216-529-4032.

Please use the form below to give positive feedback to a staff member at LHS. This message will be shared with all staff in our weekly staff newsletter.

26-27 Parent/Student Staff Shoutout Form

Welcome back Rangers! The Lakewood Performing Arts Boosters (formerly Lakewood Music Boosters) is an organization of parents, teachers, alumni and community members who support the 70+ music and performing arts groups enriching the education of Lakewood’s children. Our mission is to support district music initiatives from elementary through high school, award scholarships for private music lessons, camps, volunteer for events/concerts and so much more! Whether you are a current family member, alumni or community member, we would love to have you as a part of boosters! Check out the flyer for more information, QR code or link to join today!

https://lakewoodmusicboosters.com/membership/

• 2026-27 yearbooks and Senior Recognition Ads are now available for purchase! Secure yours now at jostens.com

• September 7: No School - Labor Day
• September 17: Pathway to College - Planning and Paying
• September 19: Marching Band Festival
• September 22: PTA Meeting
• September 25: Homecoming Parade
• September 26: Homecoming Dance
• September 30: Orchestra POPS Concert
• October 1: LHS Showcase

Main Office: (216) 529-4028

Fax: (216) 529-4459
Website: https://lhs.lakewoodcityschools.org/
Location: 14100 Franklin Boulevard, Lakewood, OH 44107

Principal: Joy Morgan

(216) 529-4028

joy.morgan@lakewoodcityschools.org

West Shore Career-Technical Coordinator: Yakoob Badat

(216) 529-4380

Yakoob.Badat@lakewoodcityschools.org

Associate Principal/Senior House (Grade 12: A-Z): Bridgette Firstenberger

bridgette.firstenberger@lakewoodcityschools.org

House 1 (Grades 9-11: A-K): Rachel Bonsky

rachel.bonsky@lakewoodcityschools.org

House 2 (Grades 9-11: L-Z): Brent Schremp

brent.schremp@lakewoodcityschools.org

School Counselors:

Mrs. Drost - Last Names A-Cl