Lakeside High School

Lakeside Leadership at the SAFE Youth Summit! Our leadership students had the incredible opportunity to attend the SAFE Youth Summit, a high-energy event focused on taking action in the fight against the fentanyl crisis. They gained valuable insight into education, prevention, and personal well-being, equipping them with the tools to make a difference in our school and community. We’re so proud of these students for stepping up as leaders and being a voice for change!

Shoutout to our 77 students with PERFECT attendance for February! These dedicated Eagles haven’t missed a single day, been late, or left early all month long! Their commitment to showing up every day makes a huge impact, and we are SO proud of each and every one of them. Keep up the amazing work!

Lakeside High School counselor Lisa Perdue has been nominated for National Life Group’s 2024-25 LifeChanger of the Year award. Sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation, LifeChanger of the Year recognizes and rewards the best K -12 educators and school district employees across the United States who are making a difference in students' lives by exemplifying excellence, positive influence, and leadership. Mrs. Perdue was nominated anonymously for being a passionate advocate for ensuring that all students at Lakeside High School have the tools they need to succeed. With a focus on academic, career, and social-emotional support, she helps students reach their full potential. “Lisa Perdue’s efforts ensure that every student can focus on learning without barriers,” said the nominator. To support Mrs. Perdue, please consider leaving a comment on this link. https://app.lifechangeroftheyear.com/nomination_detail.cfm?NominationID=23381&NominationYear=2024

Congratulations to Will C., this week's Eagle Activities Student of the Week!!! His advisor, Ms. Carney has this to say about Will, "Will is a valuable member of our Science Bowl team! He helps to recruit other students to join Science Bowl and leads study sessions with the team. He decided to use his Science Bowl skills on Knowledge Bowl this year, showcasing his brain power on two academic teams!" Congratulations Will, we are very proud of you! You will get to enjoy a delicious drink of your choice courtesy of Lakeside HS Boosters - 9 Mile and NorthWild Coffee @northwildcoffee

The Lakeside High School Music Boosters have two fun-filled nights planned! 🎲 Mother-Son Game Night – March 21 💃 Father-Daughter Dance – March 22 Join us for two unforgettable events supporting our music program! Mark your calendars. We can’t wait to see you there!

Thank you to all the incoming freshmen and their families who joined us for 8th Grade Night! We loved having you on campus to meet some of our amazing staff, explore our academic opportunities, and learn about athletics and activities. This is just the beginning of your journey at Lakeside, and we can't wait to welcome you next year! If you weren’t able to attend, keep an eye out for a recap video with all the important information. Go Eagles!

Last Friday, our JV and Varsity teams competed at ESD 101's regional Knowledge Bowl at East Valley High School! After five intense rounds, our varsity team secured 3rd place in our classification, just 4 points shy of advancing. While this marks the end of our season, both teams had an incredible run, and our JV squad is already eager to grow and come back stronger next year. Way to go, Eagles!

Lakeside Drama Club Presents: She Kills Monsters: Young Adventurers Edition! Join us for an unforgettable journey into the world of Dungeons & Dragons as a young woman discovers her late sister’s hidden world through an epic adventure! Dates: February 27 & 28 Location: Lakeside Middle School Doors Open: 6:00 PM Showtime: 6:30 PM Don’t miss this action-packed, heartfelt, and hilarious production by Qui Nguyen! Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and come support our talented cast and crew!

Parents and community members, tonights (2/20/25) Parent Engagement Committee meeting has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Update dance has been cancelled.

Congratulations to Kira M. for being chosen as this week's "Eagle Activities Student of the Week" for her involvement in International Club! Her advisor Mrs. Keopuhiwa has this to say about Kira, "Shoutout to our amazing International Club president, Kira! For the past two years, Kira has led our club with passion, dedication, and an incredible ability to bring people together. As a proud Korean American, she’s shared her culture through inspiring presentations and delicious homemade dishes, giving us all a taste of her heritage. Her enthusiasm for connecting people with their cultures is truly contagious, making our club a space where international students feel seen, heard, and celebrated. Kira, you’ve set the bar high and made a lasting impact—thank you for everything you do!" Congratulations Kira, we are so proud of you! You will get to enjoy a delicious drink of your choice courtesy of Lakeside Booster Club and North WIld Coffee

**Update** The " Preparing for Life after High School presentation from the Arc of Spokane has been rescheduled for WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2nd 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. The QR Registration link has been updated. If you registered for the original event, you do not need to register again. **New Information** Due to forecasted inclement weather, the one-night Preparing for Life After High School at Lakeside High School has been postponed. A new date will be scheduled soon and communicated to registrants. Your registration is still good for the rescheduled date. On February 19th, we will be hosting a one-evening version of "Preparing for Life After High School" with The Arc of Spokane! The program will be from 5:00-8:00 in our Lakeside High School library. This is open to anyone, not just parents of Lakeside students. The Preparing for Life After High School program is designed to help parents navigate the sometimes-complex support system for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and create a richer life for their child. The Arc of Spokane will provide separate activities for young adults and siblings - feel free to bring them along! Dinner will be provided for all! *Registration for the event will be required, as there is limited space. https://www.arc-spokane.org/plahs-lakeside-hs

Save the Date, Lakeside High School! Get ready for a night to remember! Junior-Senior Prom 2025 is set for Saturday, April 26th at the Davenport Centennial. Tickets go on sale April 14th—mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details! Don't miss out on an unforgettable evening!

Congratulations to Jerissa J. for being chosen as our Eagle Activities Student of the Week!!! Her ASB Advisor, Mrs. Menne has this to say about Jerissa, "Jerissa is our current ASB President who does a fantastic job of making Lakeside a fun, inclusive, and encouraging place for all students! She has been in ASB for 2 straight years and never fails to lead her team to making decisions that are right for Lakeside. She is hard-working, empathetic, and accountable, and always comes up with innovative ways to make our school a better place. We are so lucky to have Jerissa at Lakeside High School!" Congratulations Jerissa, we are so proud of you! You will get to enjoy a delicious drink of your choosing courtesy of Lakeside HS Boosters - 9 Mile and NorthWild Coffee @northwildcoffee

People’s Choice Award Voting Extended! Voting has been extended until next Wednesday! Support our talented Lakeside students by casting your vote. Our student entry numbers are: 17, 22, 24, 30, 124, and 211. Vote here: https://padlet.com/mkempel1/2025-regional-high-school-art-show-yvqde4jdjbdyg3yn Let’s show our Eagles some love!

Congratulations to Lakeside High School musicians who performed at the WIAA Northeast Music Educators Association District Solo and Ensemble Festival. Alex Watson won 1st place in the Bass Clarinet Solo category and is going to State Solo and Ensemble Festival at the end of April. Aidan Coons won 1st place in the Small Schools Trumpet Solo category, Nevaeh Hulet earned a rating of Excellent for her Mezzo-Soprano Solo, and Gavin Depner, Sierra Cummings, Matthew Dillingham, and Alex Watson, under the ensemble name Erm I.D.K., earned 2nd place in the Small Schools Woodwind Ensemble category.

91 Eagles Soar with Perfect Attendance! We are thrilled to celebrate 91 Lakeside High School students who have achieved PERFECT ATTENDANCE! These dedicated students have shown up on time to every class, every day, with zero absences—excused or unexcused. Their commitment to being present and engaged is truly inspiring! Students were recognized by receiving a cookie for not letting their attendance crumble! Let’s keep up the momentum—attendance matters, and every day counts! Who’s next to join the perfect attendance club?

🏀Lakeside Unified Basketball Game – Friday, February 7th 🏀 Lakeside High School is thrilled to host a Unified Basketball Game on Friday, February 7th start at 4:00 PM in the gym! We’d love for our amazing community to join us in cheering on our Unified athletes as they hit the court with teamwork, passion, and heart. 💛 Theme: MINIONS 💛 Get ready to “steal the moon... I mean the ball!” Come dressed in your best Minion gear and help us light up the gym with your Lakeside spirit! Let’s pack the stands, show our support, and celebrate the power of inclusion. We can’t wait to see you there! 🖤💛

It's time Eagles. It's time to lock in for the last weekend of yearbook sales for 24-25 yearbooks! We have lots packed into these pages, so don't miss out. $55 at the business office or EFunds guarantees you a copy! Sales end Jan. 27. #LHS #lakesidehighschool #lhsaerie #lhsclassof2025

Congratulations to our amazing students who were nominated by our staff to receive a PACE Award for the character trait of Caring! 💙 These students exemplify kindness, compassion, and a genuine concern for others. We are so proud to celebrate their positive impact on our Lakeside community!