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2008-09 Performances

District following necessary steps to sell bonds
Exciting times are ahead for Lake Shore Public Schools, now that the district’s bond extension has passed. On August 5, Lake Shore voters approved a three-year extension to the 1997 bond issue. The measure will generate $9.7 million to fund several necessary renovations to our buildings.

“We’d like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the community for approving the bond extension,” said Frank Thomas, Executive Director of Business and Financial Services. “These are difficult economic times – for both community members and school districts. Passing the extension speaks volumes about the Lake Shore community’s support for its schools.”

The bond extension will not increase the 3.95 millage rate that residents and businesses are currently paying. “By approving this bond, residents are maintaining their millage rate, but also providing much-needed building renovations, as well as safety and security enhancements,” said Mr. Thomas.

The bond projects include enhancements at all K-12 schools, but some buildings will receive more work than others because they have greater needs. The main projects are new gyms at Lake Shore High School and Masonic Heights Elementary School, as well as a reconstructed main entrance and offices at Kennedy Middle School. Other projects include new technology and playground upgrades. All projects will be completed in a three-year time span.

As a complement to the bond projects, Lake Shore will spend $3 million from its savings to support the new gym construction and install artificial turf in the high school field.

Now that the bond has officially passed, there are many necessary steps that Lake Shore must follow before any construction can begin. First, the district must seek approval from the Michigan Department of Treasury to sell the bonds. Once approval is granted, Lake Shore will begin to sell the bonds on the open market – a process that can take four to six months to complete.

In the mean time, Lake Shore officials will be working with the district’s architects and construction manager, as well as employees and community members to seek input about the projects.

Mr. Thomas estimated that by February of 2009, Lake Shore will have sold the bonds and received the proceeds, and therefore will be ready to put out the projects for bids. With the input received from staff and community members, the district will determine which projects will be completed first.

“It may sound like a long process, but we’re trying to make sure that everything gets done properly and all the stake-holders have input,” said Mr. Thomas. “We’re excited and we believe that the end result will be well worth the wait.

Video of Remodeling Projects

Hypnotist Fundraiser January 16. Event Benefits Trip to China

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Announcements for Week of December 22:

• Ladies and Gentlemen...here are the contestants for this year's First Annual Mr. Lake Shore pageant!!

  - Freshmen Ryan Adaszewski and Eric Bellamy

  - Sophomores Jon Sharff and David Vance

  - Juniors Carlos Licatta and Josh Bianchi

  - Seniors Zach Menzo and Joe Radzwion.

• Congratulations to these gentlemen!  Come out on January 30 to see these men chase after the crown and title of Mr. Lake Shore 2009.
  
  
• If you would like then and now pictures to be put into the yearbook, please turn them in to Ms. Tims or to a member of the yearbook staff by Dec. 23.  Put your name on the back of the pictures so that they can be returned.
  
  
• The first annual Lake Shore Cookbook is on sale now!  This cookbook is full of recipes from your favorite teachers and staff members.  It is only $15 and would make a GREAT holiday gift for your friends and family members. Bring $15 to Ms. Odinga in Room 209 to grab your copy today!
  
  
• School resumes Monday, January 5. Have a safe and happy holiday break!

Bowling Fundraiser for Softball Team on January 16

Bowling Sponsor Form

Lake Shore Swimming and Diving fundraiser January 20
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Place: Firehouse Lounge, 37208 Harper (just north of 16 Mile) in Clinton Township
Time: 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
How to help: Just come to the Firehouse Lounge anytime on Tuesday, January 20, and enjoy lunch or dinner at the restaurant, or pick up a carryout order, and the Firehouse Lounge will donate a portion of your bill to the Lake Shore Swim Team.

Class selling custom lawn signs

The Design Studio class, under the direction of Mrs. Melissa Todaro, would like to introduce their brand-new Spirit Lawn Signs!

“We created the signs to help fund our program and interior redesign projects,” said Mrs. Todaro.

The lawn signs measure out to be 18" x 24" and can be personalized with a sport/activity and name. They are made out of vinyl (similar to the presidential signs) and come comp
lete with metal stakes.

The signs will be available for sale all year for each sport and activity.

If you would like to purchase a sign, please call Mrs. Todaro at 285-8964 or e-mail her at mtodaro@lsps.org

Example of Lawn Sign

Lawn Sign Order Form

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Announcements for Week of December 22:

• If you are interested in a free pass from The Great Skate for over the holiday vacation, pick up a green FREE PASS in the information rack in the main hallway.

• Attention, all science club members: Please be aware that there is no meeting after school today.

• This is a reminder to all students that throwing or kicking snow is under the heading of Misconduct on page 27 of the Student Handbook. Any student not being responsible in the morning or after school may earn detentions or suspensions.  Please see Mr. Kochan if you have any questions or comments.

• Calling all skiers and snowboarders: If you have not yet given Mrs. Clow your trip paperwork and money to reserve your spot, you can still do so by Wednesday, January 7.

• Bowling Club will be coming back to Kennedy this winter.  We will meet on Tuesday afternoons starting in February and running through March. The cost for Bowling Club is $48 for eight weeks of bowling.  We still have spots open to join a team.  Get a couple of friends to make a team, or bowl with new friends that you make as part of the Bowling Club.  See Mr. P for more information.  Checks are to be made out to Lake Shore Public Schools.

• Seventh and eighth grade girls interested in trying out for volleyball, you will need an up-to-date physical on file to participate.  If you participated in basketball, cheerleading, or cross country, you will already have a physical on file.  Tryouts will be January 22 and 23.  If you have any questions or concerns, see Mr. Karle in Room 122 or Mr. Coffey in Room 124.

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Important Dates in the 2008-09 School Year

January 2009 Events Calendar

  On Monday, January 5, Lake Shore Public Schools will begin registering kindergartners for the 2009-010 school year. Early registration allows schools to plan better for your child’s school experience. Parents are urged to register children born on or before December 1, 2004.
To register, please bring the following documentation to your local school office during regular business hours:
• Child’s birth certificate
• Child’s record of immunization
• Child’s record of hearing and vision screening
• Parent’s proof of residency – three proofs required*
Schools:
Masonic Heights School, 22100 Masonic. Phone: 285-8500
Rodgers School, 21601 L’Anse. Phone: 285-8600
Violet School, 22020 Violet. Phone: 285-8700

  *Proof of residency may include a home purchase agreement, lease contract, current utility bill, doctor/dentist bill, or credit card statement bearing the parent’s name and address. If none is available, affidavits to verify address can be obtained at the school. A driver’s license is not valid proof of residency. If you are unable to register in person, or need more information, please call your school.

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Important Dates in the 2008-09 School Year

It’s time to register for kindergarten

  On Monday, January 5, Lake Shore Public Schools will begin registering kindergartners for the 2009-010 school year. Early registration allows schools to plan better for your child’s school experience. Parents are urged to register children born on or before December 1, 2004.
To register, please bring the following documentation to your local school office during regular business hours:
• Child’s birth certificate
• Child’s record of immunization
• Child’s record of hearing and vision screening
• Parent’s proof of residency – three proofs required*
Schools:
Masonic Heights School, 22100 Masonic. Phone: 285-8500
Rodgers School, 21601 L’Anse. Phone: 285-8600
Violet School, 22020 Violet. Phone: 285-8700

  *Proof of residency may include a home purchase agreement, lease contract, current utility bill, doctor/dentist bill, or credit card statement bearing the parent’s name and address. If none is available, affidavits to verify address can be obtained at the school. A driver’s license is not valid proof of residency. If you are unable to register in person, or need more information, please call your school.

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January 2009 Calendar of Events

It’s time to register for kindergarten

  On Monday, January 5, Lake Shore Public Schools will begin registering kindergartners for the 2009-010 school year. Early registration allows schools to plan better for your child’s school experience. Parents are urged to register children born on or before December 1, 2004.
To register, please bring the following documentation to your local school office during regular business hours:
• Child’s birth certificate
• Child’s record of immunization
• Child’s record of hearing and vision screening
• Parent’s proof of residency – three proofs required*
Schools:
Masonic Heights School, 22100 Masonic. Phone: 285-8500
Rodgers School, 21601 L’Anse. Phone: 285-8600
Violet School, 22020 Violet. Phone: 285-8700

  *Proof of residency may include a home purchase agreement, lease contract, current utility bill, doctor/dentist bill, or credit card statement bearing the parent’s name and address. If none is available, affidavits to verify address can be obtained at the school. A driver’s license is not valid proof of residency. If you are unable to register in person, or need more information, please call your school.

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