Lake Brantley High School Newsletter by Academy Publishing, Inc.

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Patriots,

PRINCIPAL

Mr. Brian Blasewitz ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS Dr. Brittany Campbell

Mr. Donald Fields

Dr. Jason Menoutis

Mr. John Rondone

Dr. Jose Sanchez

Mr. Joseph Kreuter

Ms. Jessica Marengo-Ramos

Ms. Lori Kubis

DIRECTOR OF GUIDANCE

Ms. Amanda Goe

ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

Mr. Eric Entrekin

What an incredible start to the 2024-2025 school year! We are off and running with a lot of changes this year, and we wanted to make sure that you were kept aware of everything that we have going on at LBHS.

In our 9th and 10th grade English classes, we are continuing our supplemental curriculum for your student to help prepare them not only for F.A.S.T. testing, but for their junior/senior years and beyond. The Pre-AP curriculum from the College Board is designed to help give your students more access to the standards that they will be assessed on in their 9th and 10th grade years, and we have high hopes for this program moving forward. Ask your student about their College Board account—yes, they have one, and it is active! With new standards in our English and math classes, plus some in science and social studies, we are trying to think of creative ways to ensure that your Patriots are Meeting the Challenge and Leaving a Legacy that they are proud of. If you have any questions about our curriculum and instruction in a specific area, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

The fall is always an exciting time for high school students, and we have several amazing activities planned for this semester and beyond. Outside of our baseline testing opportunities and other academic work, we have a ton of athletic and artistic events happening around campus, culminating with our spirit and Homecoming week, which is October 14-19. As always, it is a great time to be a Patriot!

I want to thank each and every one of you for your support as we got this school year going. I am so lucky to be able to work with such a tight-knit community of individuals who have one goal in mind…the well-being of our students and giving them the high school experience that they deserve! Thank you all for everything that you do to help us, and Go Patriots!

Brian Blasewitz Principal

24 25 Student Services News

Senior Credit Checks

Counselor Assignments have changed! Please review this in skyward.

We welcome you to Lake Brantley HS and cannot wait to connect!

Counselors plan to complete Senior Credit Checks during the month of September. If you have a child in the class of 2025, please ask to review their credit check paperwork and reach out to their counselor if you have any questions.

Counselor Appointments & Lunch Availability

Counselors are accepting appointments via their book me links. Students and parents/guardians are encouraged to make appointments with counselors to guarantee availability.

Upcoming Events

September:

Senior Credit Checks (Counselor availability may be limited)

October:

Homecoming Dance

PSAT/SAT School Day

Bright Futures Application Opens

Finalize College Applications

November:

Thanksgiving Break

December: Exams

Winter Break

*Make sure to check the Lake Brantley HS website for additional updated information. H

Deathtrap

October 3 at 7 p.m.

October 4 & 5 at 7:30 p.m.

A washed-up playwright finds a chance to rise to the top once more, a shot he’d be willing to kill for. Two-thirds a thriller and one-third a devilishly clever comedy… Suspend your disbelief and be delighted. Scream a little. It’s good for you!

Tickets at teachtix.com/lbhsdrama

LBHS PTSO

LBHS PTSA IS NOW LBHS PTSO!

To kick off the 2024-2025 school year, LBHS PTSO hosted a faculty breakfast and an on-campus popsicle event for students during their lunch periods. We enjoy supporting our students and faculty.

We also helped welcome students back at schedule pick-up and partnered with the LBHS school counselors for Coffee with the Counselors, where our counseling staff presented academic information and answered questions from parents.

Thank you to Wawa, Starbucks, Einstein Bros. Bagels, and all parents who donated items for these events!

A PTSO membership is a great way to support our school. A student membership is only $5, and a parent membership is $10. Please use the QR code to sign up!

J O I N P T S O !

Schedule Pickup Day

Coffee with the Counselors

Testing Dates

Quarter 1 (*subject to change)

8/26-9/6 . . . . . ELA PM 1 (All 9th and 10th graders)

9/9-9/13 . . . . . EOC Retakes (Algebra 1 [grad. requirement], Geometry, US History, Biology)

9/16-9/20 FAST ELA Retakes (11th & 12th graders needing to meet their ELA grad. requirement)

10/8-10/11 Quarter 1 Exams

Quarter 2 (*subject to change)

10/15-10/18 PSAT (All 9th & 10th graders, Select 11th graders)

10/16 . . . . . . . SAT (All 12th graders)

10/29 . . . . . . . ACT (select 11th & 12th graders needing to meet their ELA and/or math grad. requirement)

11/7-11/8 . . . . FCLE (12th graders enrolled in Semester 1 Government course)

12/2-12/6 . . . . ELA PM 2 (All 9th and 10th graders)

12/9-12/13 . . . EOC Retakes (Algebra 1 [grad. requirement], Geometry, US History, Biology)

12/9-12/13 FAST ELA Retakes (11th & 12th graders needing to meet their ELA grad. requirement)

12/16-12/19 Quarter 2 Exams

Lake Brantley Rowing Association (LBRA)

Lake Brantley Rowing Association (LBRA) is celebrating our 36th anniversary during this school year. That is 36 years of teamwork and family, of hard work and dedication, and of a winning spirit that has led to many titles and victories. New rowers are always welcome! No experience is necessary—our coaches, captains, and returning rowers can teach all of the necessary skills. Interested students can join LBRA for a free trial week. From freshmen to seniors and everywhere in between, it’s never too late to come give it a try!

We are excited for the fall season, which includes several local regattas as well as the annual team trip to Chattanooga, Tenn., for the Head of the Hooch, one of the largest regattas in the United States. Check out www.headofthehooch.org for more information on that amazing event. LBRA also has a middle school team (5th-8th grade) and an adult masters’ program (18+) for any family members or friends who may be interested. For more information about LBRA, please check out our website at www.lakebrantleyrowing.org, follow us on Instagram or Facebook, or contact Tara McLain at 407-748-8838. We are always happy to answer any questions. Come join us for an exciting season on the water!

Athletic boosters

LBHS Athletic Boosters Hall of Fame 2024

Families are welcome to attend Athletic Booster meetings. Please see dates below for first semester meetings. It’s not too late to purchase an All Sports Pass or Athletic Booster Membership— please visit our website: https:// www.lbhsboosters.com/2023-2024membershipoptions