WEEKLY UPDATE
AUGUST 22, 2026
SCHEDULES
Please be sure that students double check their schedules prior to school on Monday. There have been changes to many schedules and we want students to have the most accurate schedule as they start school.
SCHOOL COUNSELING TEAM NEW UPDATES
Mrs. Marcinek will be out for a long-term absence through December. Mrs. Fox will be subbing in her place 3 days a week. Please see the updated counselor breakdown below.
- Mrs. Drost - Last Names A-Cl
- Abigaile.Drost@LakewoodCitySchools.org
- 216-529-4141
- Mrs. Dalton - Last names Co-Ha
- Debra.Dalton@LakewoodCitySchools.org
- 216-529-4170
- Mrs. Wood - Last Names He-Mc
- caroline.wood@lakewoodcityschools.org
- 216-529-4040
- Mrs. Fox (Long-term sub for Mrs. Marcinek) - Last Names Me-Sc
- Meg.fox@LakewoodCitySchools.org
- 216-529-4272
- Mrs. Gentry - Last Names Se - Z
- Lisa.Gentry@LakewoodCitySchools.org
- 216-529-4124
SCHOOL COUNSELING NEWSLETTER - AUGUST
DOOR USAGE REMINDERS
DOOR 32 - Students' main entrance
- STUDENT ENTRANCE - All students must enter through door 32 when arriving to school.
- ATTENDANCE - The attendance office is located in the bookroom by door 32, which is next to the cafeteria. If you need to leave and return during the school day, please have guardians notify attendance at least 24 hours in advance. You will pick up your release slip from attendance on the day of and exit the building at the time of your appointment. Any medical excuses for absences should be taken to attendance as well.
BOOKROOM - If you need an ID, Spiritwear, event tickets, locker, etc... all of this can be provided in the Bookroom with Mrs. Mestek
- MAIN OFFICE & WEST SHORE OFFICE - As a student, parent, or visitor, you will come to the main office for the following scenarios:
1.) Any Meeting with West Shore and LHS staff members
2.) Drop off items to students.
3.) ALL planned visitors and substitutes entering the building for check-in.
4.) Alumni Transcripts (ordered online and picked up at this location)
- HEALTH CENTER - The health center is located on the first floor of our building directly next to our Main Office.
Students - If you have an appointment at the Cleveland Clinic attached to our school, you will need to pick up a purple pass from the health center and exit the building by the main office. You will walk outside to door 4 and enter the offices there. Once done, you will return to the LHS Health Center for your pass back to class.
- HOUSE OFFICES (By appointment) - Each student has been assigned a house office and principal.
- West Shore = LHS students see House Office / Out of district see West Shore
- COUNSELING OFFICE (By appointment only) - Each student is assigned a counselor.
YEARBOOK INFORMATION
- 2025-26 yearbooks will be available for pickup in room C208 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26th any time between 7:45-3:15 pm. Please pick up your yearbook during any of your free periods. After this date, they will be available for pick up during Home Room only.
- 2026-27 yearbooks and Senior Recognition Ads are now available for purchase! Secure yours now at jostens.com
FOOTBALL GAME RULES/REMINDERS
SENIOR PICTURE DAY INFORMATION
Dates:
- October 5th is Senior Picture Day at LHS
- November 17th is Senior Picture Makeup Day at LHS
Times:
- 8:00am - 2:30pm in the Civic Lobby during any FREE period: late arrival, study hall, lunch, or early release
Dress Code:
- No Hats Or Hands
- School Dress Code Required - Shirt must have sleeves that are visible in the image.
Other Information
- These are the only 2 dates that Senior Pictures for the yearbook will be taken at LHS
- If you miss both Senior Picture days, you may contact Ripcho Studios directly regarding scheduling and pricing at one of their studios.
- Deadline to sit for your Senior Picture at the Ripcho studio in order for the picture to be included in the 2026-27 yearbook is 12/31/2026.
PICTURE DAY INFORMATION (REPEATED ITEM)
Underclassmen (Grades 9-11) Picture Day: Wednesday, August 26th.
Online Ordering Link is: https://ripchostudio.orderphotos.online/ordering/with?key=YH93Q3K8
LUNCH PRIVILEGE (REPEATED ITEM)
- Students in grades 11th and 12th grade may leave for lunch ONLY during the school day.
- This is a privilege for students and is subject to change at any time.
- Caregivers must fill out this form for students and it must be completed in order for students to leave for lunch.
DISTRICT MEAL INFORMATION (REPEATED ITEM)
What is the cost of meals?:
Due to rising food costs, supply line disruptions among other factors, the Board of Education this summer approved slight price increases for the 2026-2027 school year. View the new prices on this meal cost sheet for prices for at all District buildings.
How do I apply for free & reduced meals?
Beginning this school year, the Free/Reduced Price Application meal deposits will go through Infinite Campus via the Parent Portal. See link for instructions below: Free/reduced meal application instructions
Note: The District is still in the process of transferring the accounts from PaySchools to Infinite Campus
How do I deposit money in my student's account?
You can add money to your student's lunch account and view the balance via the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. See link for instructions below: Lunch deposit instructions
Where can I find out what's on the menu for the day?
The District uses an online menu program called My School Menus, which provides comprehensive information about our school meals, including nutrition content and allergy information. During the school year the link can be find on the Nutrition Services webpage.
ATTENDANCE (REPEATED ITEM)
Welcome to a new school year! One of the most important factors in student success is simply being in school each day. Students who attend regularly build stronger academic skills, develop positive relationships, and feel more connected to their school community. Let’s work together to make attendance a priority from day one.
TRANSPORTATION SAFETY REMINDER (REPEATED ITEM)
Walking and biking help students start the day alert and ready to learn and fosters independence. Please help us ensure everyone's safety by watching for students walking and biking, keeping sidewalks and crosswalks clear, and if driving, following the school traffic procedures. A few things to remember:
- Use extra caution when turning at intersections and driveways near schools. Students walking and biking may be less visible than vehicles.
- Students biking on sidewalks must yield to pedestrians and give an audible signal before passing
- Help keep students safe by slowing down
PTA/BOOSTERS (REPEATED ITEM)
ADMININSTRATIVE TEAM CHANGE (REPEATED ITEM)
We are excited to welcome a new House Principal to our team this school year! Rachel Bonsky is shifting roles from Intervention Specialist at LHS to House Principal at LHS. Ms. Bonsky joins the team, replacing Mrs. Wojtkun following her retirement at the end of last school year. Our admin team is organized as follows:
Principal: Joy Morgan
joy.morgan@lakewoodcityschools.org
West Shore Career-Technical Coordinator: Yakoob Badat
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
PARKING PERMITS (REPEATED ITEM)
Parking permits for the 2026-27 school year will open at 9 am, Tuesday, August 11th for Seniors only and 9 am, Tuesday, August 18th for underclassmen.
LCSD is no longer utilizing the PaySchools platform, so the parking permit application has changed. Students will complete the parking permit application via Google Forms; once their information is verified, the $20 permit fee will be added to their Infinite Campus account, and a confirmation email will be sent out to the student's school email account. The fee must be paid before a parking permit will be issued. The bookroom will send out email communication no more than twice regarding confirmation; if your student does not pay the fee, it will go to the next student on the waitlist.
Please note the following:
- The form will be emailed to Seniors and their primary contact at 9 am Tuesday, 8/11, and to 9th-11th grade at 9 am Tuesday, 8/18.
- Since this is a Google form, student email accounts must be used for this application.
- Any underclassmen that apply prior to 9 am on Tuesday, 8/18/26 will have their entry deleted; this form is restricted to allow only one response per student. All student information is verified.
- The bookroom will be closed 8/10/26 through 8/12/26; applications will be reviewed and communication sent out on Thursday, 8/13 and Friday, 8/14. Please email LHSbookroom@lakewoodcityschools.org with any questions.
OPEN HOUSE/COLLEGE & CAREER FAIR (REPEATED ITEM)
- Open House will take place on Thursday, August 27th from 6:30-7:30pm.
- This will be an open format to visit any teachers at any time throughout the night.
- The College & Career Fair will take place on Thursday, August 27th from 5:30-6:30pm.
- Please see the flyer below with more information.
IMPORTANT DATES
- August 24th: 1st day of school for all students. Grade 9 also required to attend.
- August 26th: Underclassmen Picture (Grades 9-11)
- August 27th: College & Career Fair
- August 27th: Open House
LAKEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL CONTACT INFORMATION
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