Principal

Ray Kurtz

Dear Lakes Families,

As we move into the final weeks of the school year, we have many opportunities to celebrate our students and the work they have done throughout the year. May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and we are proud to recognize and celebrate the students, staff, and families who enrich our Lakes community. May is also Mental Health Awareness Month, and we want to remind students and families that support is available through our school counselors, military and family life counselors, Greater Lakes counselors, and other community resources.

We are also excited to celebrate the Class of 2026 as they finish strong and prepare for graduation. Lakes High School graduation will be held Thursday, June 4, at 4:00 p.m. at the Tacoma Dome. Graduates should arrive by 3:30 p.m. Families should also know that there is no free parking at the Tacoma Dome.

Dates to Know

May 12 – Spring Instrumental Concert
May 13 – Artasia
May 14 – Business and Marketing Trade Show
May 15 – Asian and Pacific Islander Performance in the PAC
May 20 – Senior Awards Night
May 26 – Choir Concert
May 27 – JROTC Lancer Battalion Awards
May 29 – Prom at Chambers Bay
May 29 – Senior grades are due
June 1–2 – Senior checkout and computer return
June 2 – Seniors’ last day, with Senior Walk at the end of the day
June 2 – End-of-year staff meeting/graduation rehearsal
June 3 – Mandatory senior graduation rehearsal at 8:00 a.m.
June 4 – Graduation at 4:00 p.m. at the Tacoma Dome
June 5 & 8 – 9th, 10th, and 11th grade computer check-in
June 10 – Last day of school, half day

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to celebrating our students, honoring our seniors, and finishing the year the Lancer way.

Ray Kurtz

Lakes High School Principal.