Principal

Ray Kurtz

Hello Lakes Families,

Lakes High School continues to be a school our community can be proud of. With a Washington State Grade (WSIF score) of 6.65, Lakes is the top-performing secondary school in Clover Park School District and one of the best in Pierce County. We are proud of our strong academic and athletic achievements, and even more proud of the supportive school community we continue to build for students and families. Lakes High School proudly serves the Lakewood and JBLM communities, and we are committed to helping every student feel connected, challenged, and prepared for the future.

At Lakes, students have access to meaningful opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. This month, high school students and families may be interested in College and Career Readiness 101 on Wednesday, April 15, which includes financial aid support, college and career representatives, community resources, and workshops for families and students. Students also have the opportunity to participate in the 2026 Congressional Art Competition, with artwork due Wednesday, April 15. In addition, students can attend the Lakewood Youth Empowerment Summit on Saturday, April 18, where they can build skills in leadership, self-advocacy, budgeting, time management, college and career planning, and more.

We also know that strong schools are built on strong partnerships with families. Through ParentSquare, families can receive school updates, reminders, forms, schedule changes, and classroom communication all in one place. This tool helps us stay connected and continue building strong home-school communication.

As a school that serves many military-connected students and families, Lakes is especially proud to recognize Month of the Military Child in April. We honor the strength and resilience of our military families and encourage everyone to wear purple on April 23 for Purple Up! Day. Lakes High School is proud to be a place where military-connected students are seen, valued, and supported.

Lakes High School is a place where students can thrive in academics, athletics, activities, leadership, and the arts. Thank you for being part of our school community and for the many ways you support our students each day.