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Lakes High School

Creating Promising Futures

Principal Message

PrincipalLakes Principal, Ray Kurtz

Ray Kurtz

Hello Lancer Families,

As we approach the end of October and wrap up our first quarter, I want to thank our families for their continued partnership in making Lakes a great place for students to learn and grow. Here are a few important reminders and upcoming dates.

Impact Aid – Due October 30

Impact Aid provides important federal funding to Clover Park School District to support educational opportunities for all students. Funding is based on the number of students whose families live or work on federal property, including JBLM and the VA Hospital at American Lake. Please complete your Impact Aid survey by October 30. Every response helps support our schools!

E-Bikes & Electric Scooters

For everyone's safety, students must walk e-bikes and electric scooters once they arrive on campus. Bikes and scooters must be secured at designated outdoor racks and may not be brought inside school buildings. Batteries also may not be brought inside for storage or charging. Please remind your student to park safely and secure their belongings.

Cell Phone Expectations

Thank you for supporting our efforts to keep cell phones put away during instructional time. We appreciate families reinforcing this expectation at home so students can stay focused and engaged in learning.

Student-Led Conferences – November 18–20

We look forward to welcoming families for student-led conferences! All three days will follow a half-day schedule. Please contact your student's advisory teacher with any questions.

Upcoming Important Dates

  • October 30: End of Quarter 1 / Impact Aid Deadline
  • November 4: Nick of Time Screening
  • November 11: No School – Veterans Day
  • November 18–20: Student-Led Conferences / Half Days
  • November 25: Half-Day Schedule
  • November 26–27: No School – Thanksgiving Break

As we head into November, thank you for everything you do to support our Lancers. We are grateful for our students, staff, and families and look forward to a strong finish to the fall.

Go Lancers!

Ray Kurtz
Principal, Lakes High School