General Information & History

General Information & History

·  Contact Information

·  Vision Statement

·  History & Legends of Lewis and Clark

·  The 3 R’s

Academics

·  Academic Course Requirements

·  Grading, Progress Reports and Report Cards

·  Graduation Requirements

·  Academic Recognition

·  Academic Honesty

·  Credit Deficiency

·  Withdrawal from Class

·  Testing Info

Attendance

·  Attendance Policy

·  BECCA Law

·  Prearranged Absences

·  Early Dismissal

·  Unexcused Absences

·  15% Rule

·  Truancies

·  Tardies

·  Forgery

·  Closed Campus

·  Homework Request

Student Expectations

·  Student ID

·  Dress

·  Positive Behavior Rewards

·  Student Management Plan

·  Bullying/Harassment

·  Inappropriate Use of Technology

·  Cell phones, disruptive items

·  Use/Possession of Alcohol, Drugs, Tobacco

Safety

·  Fire Drills

·  Crisis Drills

·  Safety Tip Line

·  Loss/Damage of Property

·  Lost and Found

·  Handicap Access

General Information

·  Visitors

·  Parking

·  Bus Transportation

·  Dances

·  Messages

·  Career Center

·  Library

·  Business Office

·  Book Room

·  Lockers

Extracurricular Activities

·  ASB

·  ASB/GSL Cards

·  Extracurricular Activities

·  Athletic Eligibility

·  Rules & Regulations (drugs, alcohol, tobacco)

·  Penalties

·  Legend Drugs & Controlled Substances

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Contact Information

School Administration

Principal Marybeth Smith

Assistant Principal Carole Baumgartner

Assistant Principal Theresa Meyer

Assistant Principal Phil High Edward

Principal Assistant Sarah Pooler

Principal Assistant Mat Orndorff

Activities Director Michelle Grafos

Counseling Staff

Bob Adams (ELL, SpED) 354-6895

Joanne Ferris (A-C) 354-6896

Kathy Blancher (D-G) 354-6893

Lesa Renner (H-K) 354-6894

Patrick Mick (L-O) 354-5788

Stacey Donahue (P-Sl) 354-6897

Brian Spraggins (Sm-Z) 354-7002

Jeff Norton (College and Career Readiness) 354-6912

Jessica Taylor (Mental Health Therapist) 354-6941

Miscellaneous

24 Hour Attendance Hotline 354-6968

Early Dismissals 354-6902

Business Office 354-6988

Main and Student Office 354-7000

Travis Rosengrant, District Resource Officer 354-6900

Safety Tip Line 354-SAFE

Traditions and History

Introduction

The primary function of this handbook is to promote cooperation between the parents/guardians, students, and the professional staff by providing information important to school success. This handbook is a summary of state and local school board policies governing student rights and responsibilities. Please familiarize yourself with the contents and act accordingly. It will give you direction and guidance in making the most of your educational opportunities.

Our Vision/Mission

The mission of Lewis and Clark High School is to create and maintain a safe and caring environment that ensures each student reaches a high level of academic achievement verified by objective measures, and furthers positive intellectual, physical, ethical, and social development.

The History & Legends of Lewis & Clark High School

Central School, a two story wooden building, was the first school located on the southwest block at Fourth and Stevens. This four-room school opened in October 1883, and began the history of the school known as Lewis and Clark High School. The number of students enrolled at Central School rose with the increasing population of Spokane, and it was soon evident that the town needed elementary schools and a separate high school. In 1890, citizens voted bonds to build a new high school and four elementary schools. The old Central School building was moved to the corner of Fifth and Bernard and became a private school. The new high school, known as Spokane High School, was constructed on the Fourth and Stevens site and opened in 1891. By 1906, the influx of immigrants and subsequent boom in Spokane’s population created a need for a second high school. North Central High School was built and opened in 1908 to serve the students on the north side the river. Spokane High School became known as South Central High School.

Shortly after 6 a.m. on Tuesday, June 21, 1910, fire broke out in South Central High School. The spectacular blaze destroyed the interior of the school but left the remains of the exterior walls standing. While the fire consumed the school, the memorial fountain in front of the school, presented by the class of 1910, continued to spout water. Student records and some of the school’s athletic trophies were saved, but all of the school’s expensive classroom equipment, contents of the library and memorabilia from graduating classes lining the halls was lost. It is thought the fire started in the basement boiler room.

The first major problem facing the school board after the fire was how to accommodate the South Central students when school opened in September 1910. A proposal was made to send all South Central students to school with North Central students. Various problems arose, including that of transportation, but the Board finally decided to send students of both schools to North Central – juniors and seniors in the morning and underclassmen in the afternoon. Graduates would receive diplomas stating that they had graduated from their respective schools, North or South Central.

When school started in September, the two principals expected that trouble might erupt, but this never occurred. To instill joint school spirit, Principal Henry Hart of South Central and Principal R. T. Hargreaves of North Central flew the orange and black banner of South Central alongside the red and black banner of North Central, with a banner of blue and white, symbolizing the joint school colors, flying above. For a year and a half, the two schools worked together in studies, athletics, and other school activities as “Spokane High School.” Combined teams won the championship in baseball, basketball, track, and oratory; the football team did not do too well the first season, but defeated all except Wenatchee the following year.

While the decision regarding what to do with the students was settled, the school board was faced with a decision on what to do about the school itself. The afternoon following the fire, the remaining walls were examined by the fire chief, an architect, and the president of the school board. These initial inspections led the experts to believe the walls could be incorporated into a new building, the construction of which would begin at once. However, later examination revealed that only the foundation could be saved. Insurance covered $97,000, and cost of a new school was estimated between $200,000 and $400,000. In January 1911, citizens passed a bond issue of $500,000 to pay for replacement of the school. Loren L. Rand, a well known architect who had designed numerous homes, elementary schools and several buildings in Spokane, as well as the Administration building adjacent to the high school, was selected architect. Work began at once. On April 8, 1911, former president Theodore Roosevelt was visiting in Spokane and was asked to lay the cornerstone of the building. The cornerstone, however, was never inscribed, and to this day no one is sure which granite block was the cornerstone laid by Roosevelt.

Students continued to attend classes at North Central while work progressed on the new school. It was hoped that the school would be ready for opening in the fall of 1911, but problems in construction and strikes by workers delayed the opening until April 1912. Meanwhile, the Spokane Daily Chronicle encouraged readers to enter a contest to suggest names for the new high school. North Central principal Richard T. Hargreaves suggested the names of Lewis and Clark, using one name for each high school, North and South Central. The school board settled for naming the south side school Lewis and Clark.

Alumni and students of Spokane/South Central high school were invited to attend the three-day grand opening of the magnificent new Tudor-Gothic style school, which began on the evening of April l, 1912 with a concert and reception in the new auditorium. Principal Henry Hart, assisted by the oldest member of the faculty, Mrs. Olive B. Jones, planned the entire event. Tuesday, April 2 included a tour of the new building and reunion gatherings of the various classes from years past, followed by an evening program and reception. The formal dedication of Lewis and Clark High School took place on Wednesday afternoon, April 3, 1912. Everyone who toured the imposing brick building trimmed with terra cotta was impressed with its main entry sheathed in marble and the wide interior hallways covered with marble terrazzo. Called the pride of the city and superior to any other high school west of the Mississippi, the school covered almost the entire block.

The first graduating class of the new school gave portraits of Lewis and Clark. Over the years the tradition continued, with classes donating art works that line the halls of the school. Careful restoration of the art has been done while the new addition is being built, to ensure that the renovated halls will once again be a showcase of the school’s valuable art collection. Principal Hart encouraged classes from 1921 to 1925 to raise money to purchase an Austin pipe organ that was installed in the auditorium. In 1979, students and faculty members raised money to restore the organ. Hart also persuaded each graduating class from 1924 to 1937 to donate their book deposits to help purchase a play field for the school. With assistance from alumni, Hart Field, located on the south hill between 33rd and 37th west of Grand Boulevard and named for Principal Hart, was purchased. It was understood at the time of the purchase that sometime in the future Lewis and Clark High School might be moved to this site; however, the recent decision to retain the present school and build an addition at its current site has finally laid that idea to rest.

Lewis and Clark had become one of the largest high schools in Washington State by 1964 and needed more space. The addition of a field house, opened in 1965, was a major accomplishment for Lewis and Clark’s athletic program. The building was named for E.L. “Squinty” Hunter, the most successful basketball coach in the history of the school and athletic director for 39 years. The Hunter Field House was demolished in the new building project.

The Administration Building/Annex adjacent to the high school was designed by architect Rand and constructed in 1908 to house the offices of School District #81 and a gymnasium for the high school. In 1917, the building was expanded to offer more space for the school’s programs. For many years, school dances were held in the building. This building was demolished to make way for the renovation project and addition to the school in 2000 and 2001.

In 1980, Howard Street was vacated adjacent to Lewis and Clark, thus providing land for a campus west of the school. The area was landscaped with trees and shrubs, brick and concrete walkways and features the stone fountain donated by the class of 1910, the same fountain that spouted water while old South Central burned.

In 1998, the citizens of Spokane voted to renovate Lewis and Clark. The students moved for two years to their temporary home in the Holley-Mason Building, which was a remodeled warehouse. The move was an enormous task for students and staff, but the result was a beautifully restored Lewis and Clark.

No one who attended Lewis and Clark will forget the many outstanding principals and teachers who influenced their lives and, if asked, each graduating class could list several names. Some became legends, either for their deeds or for their expertise in their teaching fields. To single out one name among the many who have contributed so much to generations of Lewis and Clark graduates is too difficult. Lewis and Clark was selected one of the 100 best schools in the United States by state superintendents and prominent educators, a fact that was published in Look magazine on October l, 1946. In 1925, an article in Colliers magazine said, “When Henry Hart became principal of Lewis and Clark High School two ideas dominated him…one that education must be given beauty and color and interest, the other that pupils must get the sense of owning. These ideas he has worked out. Boys and girls seem to love the school…it’s theirs…and the very building breathes ardor and happiness.” Today that feeling is still true; the school is loved by those who attend it and by those who graduated from it. Tiger pride is intact.

Respect, Rights, and Responsibilities

We value, appreciate and treat with dignity each individual and show consideration for ourselves, others, our school, our community, and our world. The foundation of Respect is maintained by the observance of the following Rights and Responsibilities by all members of our school community.

As a student, I have the right and responsibility to:

·  Participate and contribute to a safe and quality learning environment where I can be respected by all students and staff. I will attend all classes on time, be prepared, and have assignments completed.

·  Learn in an environment free from profanity and vulgar behavior.

·  Learn about myself and others. I will be free to express my feelings and opinions in a responsible, respectful manner without being interrupted or punished. I will allow others to express their feelings/opinions without interrupting or punishing them.

·  Learn self-control. This means that no one will stand silently by while I abuse my rights or those of others. I will strive to exercise my rights without denying the same rights to others. I will expect to be corrected when I abuse the rights of others as they shall be corrected if my rights are abused.

·  Respect others as individuals; Use respectful language and behavior

·  Make this school safe by not assaulting or threatening anyone. I do not take or harm school property or the property of others.

·  Maintain a calm, quiet school and do not disturb others.

Academics

Academic Coursework Requirements

Keeping all students current with their coursework is the cornerstone of the LC standard. LC has a tradition of high academic standards. Coursework is important and meaningful. Students are expected to listen, participate, work hard from bell to bell, and complete assigned homework on time.

Grading, Power School, Progress Reports, & Report Cards