Cavalier Community Connection
March 2025
July 2026
Important Dates for the New School Year
During Business Days, students and families can:
- Pick up class schedules
- Pay school fees
- Purchase Chromebook technology insurance
- Secure parking permits
- Purchase LBHS Athletic Passes
- Complete ParentPortal (PowerSchool Registration) forms
- Join the LBHS PTSO
- Join the Cavalier Athletic Foundation
- Shop for spirit wear
- Get answers to back-to-school questions…and more
Open House – Meet Your Teachers
Friday, August 7
2:00–4:00 PM
Parents and students are invited to meet teachers and visit the Club Fair during our Open House, held in conjunction with Business Day.
Freshman Transition Program
Friday, August 7
1:00–2:00 PM
Our newest Cavaliers will learn about life at LBHS and prepare for a successful start to high school
Freshman parents are invited to an informational meeting in the auditorium at 1:00 PM, followed by Open House from 2:00–4:00 PM.
Voluntary Activities Meeting
Thursday, July 23
6:00 PM
LBHS Auditorium
Students in grades 6–12 who choose to participate in school-sponsored extracurricular activities and/or park on school property will be subject to random drug testing as a condition of participation. Students and their parent/guardian must attend a Voluntary Activities Meeting and sign a consent form each year agreeing to follow the drug-testing program rules and procedures before participating in extracurricular activities or receiving a parking permit.
Additional voluntary activities meeting dates and times will be announced as soon as they are finalized
LB Reads Summer Reading Program
Reading is Sweet!
Read a book or books. You can read anything you want - there is not a required reading list!
Log the book on our short and simple Book Log Form by Monday, August 17, 2026 at 9am.
Celebrate with us in August! We will go on a field trip to the Dairy Queen in Daleville for a Summer Reading Celebration! All participants will receive a sweet treat on us!
Keep reading! For each additional book you read and log you will receive another LB Reads Scratch Off Prize ticket. All tickets are winners!
Looking for a Good Book?
Check out these great recommendations from the LB Reads committee. All of these titles are available on SORA.
Parking Application
The Parking Application for the 26-27 school year is now open. The application is located in the students' grade level Google Classrooms.
Students who plan to drive to school and park at LB, at any point during the 2026-27 school year, please complete the Parking Application. Parking spots will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis for those who complete the application correctly and in its entirety.
Passes can be paid for and picked up during our business days later in the summer, and ALL drivers MUST attend a mandatory Volunteer Activities policy meeting BEFORE parking on school property.
Save the Date: Homecoming 2026
The 2026 Homecoming Dance is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, from 7:00–10:00 PM at LBHS.
More information about ticket sales, spirit week activities, and other Homecoming events will be shared as plans are finalized.
26-27 Work-based Learning students
2026-2027 Work-based Learning students are reminded to fill out the Google Form Mrs. Kish emailed regarding your employment if you haven't already done so. Email Mrs. Kish at kkish@bcps.k12.va.us with any questions.
From Your School Nurse
Reminder: Rising Seniors, you need your Meningitis (ACWY) Vaccine before the first day of school!
Yearbook Information
Important Yearbook Dates and Information for the 2026-2027 School Year
Picture Dates:
Senior Portraits (formal and casual)
At Lord Botetourt:
June 18th and July 31st from 9:30 am to 6:30 pm
Register at cady.com/SeniorRegistration
Underclassmen Picture Day: September 1st, 11:45 am - 1:15 pm in the upper gym.
Underclassmen Retake Picture Day: October 2nd, 9:15 am - 1:00 pm in the auditorium.
Senior Picture Information:
All Formals and Casuals must be taken by Cady Photography.
All poses (casual and formal) must be chosen by Tuesday, November 24th. This date is the last day to guarantee a formal and casual senior portrait in the yearbook. No exceptions will be made! Thank you!
Yearbook prices will go up after the “back-to-school” special prices.
You can order a yearbook online at www.yearbooksonsale.com
Personalization and other items cost extra and are not included in the prices above. Yearbooks will be delivered in the fall of 2027 to include Prom and Graduation. They will be available for pick-up next summer during the Registration Dates.
Counseling Office Information
2026-2027 SAT dates
We will be giving the SAT at LBHS on October 3, 2026 and March 6, 2027. Be sure to create an account, register, and pay on the College Board website if you plan to take the SAT this year: www.sat.org
LBHS School Counselors with Alphabet Breakdown
Salena Dewease (A-D): sdewease@bcps.k12.va.us
Lindsay Haniewich (E-K): lhaniewich@bcps.k12.va.us
Paul Craft (L-Q) : kcraft@bcps.k12.va.us
Jenna Drumheller (R-Z) : jdrumheller@bcps.k12.va.us
Megan DeHart (SAPP Counselor): mdehart@bcps.k12.va.us
Athletics Information
Important Dates in July and Early August for Athletics
Here are some notable dates for athletics in July & early August that we would like to share:
- July 23rd at 6:00 p.m.: We invite you to attend a Voluntary Activities Meeting in the LBHS Auditorium.
- July 24th: The first day of Golf Practice.
- July 30th: The first day of Football, Sideline Cheer, and Competition Cheer Practice.
- August 3rd: The first day of Cross Country and Volleyball Practice.
Sports Physicals
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I want to remind you that Virginia High School League (VHSL) physicals are valid for 14 months from the date of your athlete's last examination. It's crucial to keep this in mind as physicals may expire during the sports season. I urge you to verify that your athlete’s physical is current and in good standing.
If your athlete needs a new physical examination, you can easily access the necessary VHSL physical form via this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RuSs631yiqZ5nllCgvvo2Cj84JTRPpJx/view.
Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance.
Thank you,
Mr. Fulton
Voluntary Activities Meeting- July 23rd at 6pm
Students in grades 6–12 who choose to participate in school-sponsored extracurricular activities and/or park on school property will be subject to random drug testing as a condition of participation. Students and their parent/guardian must attend a Voluntary Activities Meeting and sign a consent form each year agreeing to follow the drug-testing program rules and procedures before participating in extracurricular activities or receiving a parking permit.
We are excited to announce our first voluntary activities policy meeting on July 23 at 6:00 p.m. in the Lord Botetourt High School Auditorium.
Additional meetings will be scheduled, and we will share those dates as soon as they are finalized. We look forward to your participation!
Athletic Training: Consent to Treat Form
If you student will be participating in any athletics for LBHS for the 26-27 school year, the Consent to Treat Form must be submitted to the athletic trainer. You can access and complete the form here:
LB Youth Football Camp
LB football is hosting a youth camp for grades 2nd-8th (ages 8-24) July 20th and July 21st.
