LHS FACTBOOK
Lovejoy High School
2012 - 2013
2350 Estates Pkwy
Lucas, TX 75002
469-742-8700
Lovejoy Independent School District
Ted Moore, Superintendent
259 Country Club Road
Allen, Texas 75002
Lovejoy ISD (LISD) does not discriminate on the basis of sex, handicap, race, color
or national origin in its educational and vocational programs, activities, or
employment, as required by Title IX, Section 504, and Title VI. LISD will take steps
to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission or
participation in any educational and/or career and technology education programs.
Lovejoy High School
LHS FACTBOOK
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Page 4
Directory
Page 5
School Map
Page 6-7
Communications
Page 8
Clubs & Organizations
Page 9
Athletics
Page 10
Student Activities
Page 11
Academics
Page 12
Graduation Requirements
Page 13-14
Bell Schedule
Page 15
Attendance
Page 15
Dress Code
Page 15
Parking & Visitors
Page 16
Parent Opportunities
Page 16
Tips for Freshmen
Page 17
Lovejoy High School
INTRODUCTION
Lovejoy ISD is currently responsible for the education for over 3,400 students.
Since 1917 Lovejoy has served the residents of Fairview, Lucas, and other
surrounding neighborhoods. There are approximately 1100 students at the High
School.
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Winner of the UIL Lone Star Cup for 2 years
Rated exemplary in the Texas Successful Schools Award Program for
Exemplary Academic Performance
Garnered 2 UIL State Championships for the 2011- 2012 school year
Our Mission
Lovejoy High School seeks to provide young men and women an excellent
college preparatory learning experience with the purpose of each student
realizing their individual talents through the pillars of the Lovejoy Graduate
Profile.
Graduate Profile
The graduating Lovejoy High School senior is intellectually equipped, open to
the challenges of learning, well rounded, engaged in a healthy lifestyle, fair
and respectful of others, and works for justice through community service.
ALMA MATER
Oh Lovejoy High,
We will remember you
As we go on with spirits strong and true.
To your high goals we'll loyal be:
Service, respect, integrity.
Oh Lovejoy High,
Your praises we will sing.
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Lovejoy High School
DIRECTORY
LHS ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
Gavan Goodrich, Principal
Lynda Fleming, Administrative Assistant
469-742-8704
469-742-8704
ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS’ OFFICES
Chris Mayfield
Ray Winkler
Kristen Kinnard
Bruce Coachman
Sara Yaeger
Students A - Gl
Students Gm- Ki
Students Kj- N
Students O - Z
Administrative Assistant
469-742-8719
469-742-8718
469-742-8720
469-742-8706
469-742-8703
GUIDANCE & COUNSELING
Amanda Breeden
Rebecca Puster
Stacey Ruff
Jeannie Walls
Gigi Johnson
Students A – GL
Students GM - N
Students O – Z, Lead Counselor
Director, College & Career
Administrative Assistant
469-742-8713
469-742-8712
469-742-8714
469-742-8799
469-742-8711
CLINIC
Jeannie Haines
469-742-8722
REGISTRAR
Debbie Barnes
469-742-8710
ATTENDANCE
Judy Hise
469-742-8715
LIBRARY
Mitci Allen
Sandi Petty
Library Media Specialist
Library Aide
469-742-8727
469-742-8725
SPECIAL EDUCATION
OJ Omene
LHS WEBSITE
Special Ed Coordinator
469-742-8770
lhs.lovejoyisd.net
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LHS First Floor
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LHS Second Floor
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COMMUNICATIONS
LHS PTSA
The PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) is open to all LHS parents.
Meetings are held the same night as school board meetings.
LHS OPEN HOUSE
Open House is held each fall. All LHS parents are invited to attend.
PARENT EDUCATION
This series of informational meetings features various guest speakers on topics
relevant to parenting high school students. Topics, time and location are available
on the Lovejoy High School Website.
LHS YEARBOOK
The LHS Yearbook is published each May. Students must pre-order the yearbook
during the sales campaign in the fall. Photos are taken during the first week of
school.
THE RED LEDGER
The RED LEDGER is the student newspaper which is available online at
www.redledger.net.
NEWSPAPER
The community newspaper, which is published weekly, is The Allen American. The
newspaper features items of community interest and school news.
E-GROUPS
Electronic announcements are sent to parents who supply their email address.
Announcements are sent from the administrative office.
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CLUBS and ORGANIZATIONS
LHS students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities and to seek out leadership
opportunities. Contact the sponsor for information about specific organizations or for information about
leadership opportunities. LHS staff members may be contacted at 469-742-8700. Contact information
is also available on the LHS website – lhs.lovejoyisd.net.
Club/Organization
Academic Decathlon
ASL Club (American Sign Language)
Broadcast Journalism
RED LEDGER – theRedLedger.net
Cheerleading
Sport of the Mind - Chess Club
Debate Club/National Forensics League
DOLLS-Daughters of our Living Lord and Savior
FCA - Boys & Girls
FFA
Guitar Club
Health Sciences
Key Club
Voices – Art and Literary Magazine
Perspective – News Magazine
National Honor Society
PALS
Ready Set Teach
Robotics Club
Student Council
Thespian Club – Theater
UIL Academic Teams
Yearbook
Sponsor
Jason Taylor, Jan Delisle
Edward Bart
Brian Higgins
Brian Higgins
Katherine Harrison
Tricia Dobson
Tami Parker
Adriana Fletes
Shawn Purcell
Alison Lyles
Bruce Dillow
Amy Tokarz
Pam Ford
Mary Woodruff
Mary Woodruff
Ginny Clark
Kyle Herrema
Amanda Gulley
Brian Lidington
Tami Parker
Jessica Brewster
Jason Taylor
Mary Woodruff
How Do I Get Involved in a Club?
1. Review the list of clubs and organizations and select a couple of activities that interest you.
2. Contact the club faculty sponsor for dates and times of meetings.
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ATHLETICS
LHS fields many athletic teams in University Interscholastic League competition.
For a student to be eligible to participate in any form of athletic competition, they
must meet UIL eligibility standards, including grades and attendance. Students
and parents may see a coach, sponsor, or counselor to obtain specific eligibility
requirements.
For a complete list of coaches, including contact information and try-out
procedures, please refer to the Athletics page of the district website:
http://lhs.lovejoyisd.net
Athletic Director – Jim Bob Puckett
Athletic Assistant – Linda Green
LHS Athletic Office: 469-742-8068
SPORT
Baseball
Basketball – Boys
Basketball – Girls
Cross Country/Track
Football
Golf
Powerlifting
Soccer – Boys
Soccer – Girls
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Wrestling
COACH
Brooke Court
Kyle Herrema
Nick Gauer
Greg Christensen
Matt Green
Allen Haven, Ted Heyduck
Eddie Parmer
Bryan Jennings
Jeff Kear
Amanda Douglas
Greg Fisher
Adam Cherry
Ryan Mitchell
Ryan DeLaVergne
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STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Academic Competitions: Various academic competitions are held throughout the year, including the Academic
Decathlon and UIL Academic Competition.
Athletic Tickets: Season tickets and weekly game tickets may be purchased at the Athletic Office in the
multipurpose facility, Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm. For more information, please call 469-742-8708.
The RED LEDGER: The RED LEDGER is the student newspaper which is available online at www.redledger.net.
Elections: Student elections are held each spring for positions on Student Council, Senior Class Officers, Junior
Class Officers, and Sophomore Class Officers. .
The Leopard: The Leopard is the LHS yearbook and is published each May. Students must pre-order the
yearbook through the First Day Packets. Yearbook photos are taken at the beginning of school.
Homecoming Activities: The Homecoming Dance, which is held on campus on the Friday or Saturday night
following the Friday Homecoming Game, is open to all LHS students. The attire is semi-formal. Students are not
admitted after 9:30pm. Tickets may be purchased in advance.
Leopard Friday – Hosted by the PTSA for the district – A Friday during September or October before a home
football game – BBQ dinner, community pep rally, and a showcase of LHS and SCMS extra-curricular athletic,
academic and club activities held in the courtyard at Lovejoy High School
Winter Formal – The Winter Formal Dance is held in January. It is formal attire.
Prom: The Junior/Senior prom is a formal dance held off campus from 8:30pm to 11:30pm on a Saturday in the
spring. Students are not admitted after 9:30pm.
Perception: Perception is the LHS News Magazine. It is created to influence, imagine and inspire the way the
community looks at issues inside and out of the school walls.
Voices: Voices is the LHS Arts and Literary Magazine published each spring that serves as a forum for student
expression through creative pieces. All students are invited to submit artwork or writing selections for publication
to Mrs. Woodruff in November and December.
Lovejoy Country Run- Hosted by the Lovejoy Leopards Inc Booster Club for all sports groups – a 5k and1k held
the second Saturday in May – all proceeds are divided among all athletic booster clubs – other events include a
pancake breakfast, face painting, bounce houses and more
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ACADEMIC OVERVIEW
Academic grades at LHS reflect the academic performance and achievement of each student.
Campus grading standards call for a minimum of ten (10) formative grades
(homework/quizzes/class work) and two (2) summative grades (tests/projects) for each course
during a six-weeks grading period. Progress reports are given to students at the mid-point of each
grading period.
Students and parents can access grades using Powerschool.
GRADE POINT SYSTEM
GPA Scale Used for Internal Ranking
Grade
100
99
98
97
96
95
94
93
92
91
90
89
88
87
86
85
84
83
82
81
80
79
78
77
76
75
74
73
72
71
70
<70
Tier 1:
5.0
4.9
4.8
4.7
4.6
4.5
4.4
4.3
4.2
4.1
4.0
3.9
3.8
3.7
3.6
3.5
3.4
3.3
3.2
3.1
3.0
2.9
2.8
2.7
2.6
2.5
2.4
2.3
2.2
2.1
2.0
0
Tier 2:
4.5
4.4
4.3
4.2
4.1
4.0
3.9
3.8
3.7
3.6
3.5
3.4
3.3
3.2
3.1
3.0
2.9
2.8
2.7
2.6
2.5
2.4
2.3
2.2
2.1
2.0
1.9
1.8
1.7
1.6
1.5
0
Tier 3:
4.0
3.9
3.8
3.7
3.6
3.5
3.4
3.3
3.2
3.1
3.0
2.9
2.8
2.7
2.6
2.5
2.4
2.3
2.2
2.1
2.0
1.9
1.8
1.7
1.6
1.5
1.4
1.3
1.2
1.1
1.0
0
Used
Grade
100
99
98
97
96
95
94
93
92
91
90
89
88
87
86
85
84
83
82
81
80
79
78
77
76
75
74
73
72
71
70
<70
Official GPA Scale
for External Reporting
Tier 1:
Tier 2:
Tier 3:
5.00
4.50
4.00
4.95
4.45
3.95
4.90
4.40
3.90
4.85
4.35
3.85
4.80
4.30
3.80
4.75
4.25
3.75
4.70
4.20
3.70
4.65
4.15
3.65
4.60
4.10
3.60
4.55
4.05
3.55
4.50
4.00
3.50
4.45
3.95
3.45
4.40
3.90
3.40
4.35
3.85
3.35
4.30
3.80
3.30
4.25
3.75
3.25
4.20
3.70
3.20
4.15
3.65
3.15
4.10
3.60
3.10
4.05
3.55
3.05
4.00
3.50
3.00
3.95
3.45
2.95
3.90
3.40
2.90
3.85
3.35
2.85
3.80
3.30
2.80
3.75
3.25
2.75
3.70
3.20
2.70
3.65
3.15
2.65
3.60
3.10
2.60
3.55
3.05
2.55
3.50
3.00
2.50
0
0
0
*GT designated courses in these areas carry the same weighted grade points.
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CLASSIFICATION
GRADE CLASSIFICATION – is based on the minimum number of accumulated credits as follows:
TENTH – 5 credits
ELEVENTH – 10 credits
TWELFTH – 15 credits
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
To receive a diploma and to participate in Graduation ceremonies, a student must meet the following
requirements:
1. Pass all four sections of the Exit Level TAKS exam – classes of 2012, 2013, and 2014
2. Pass all 12 EOC exams (class of 2015 and beyond)
3. Complete a Senior Project (unless exempt – classes of 2012, 2013)(information below)
4. Successfully complete one of the state-approved graduation programs
Recommended Program or Distinguished Achievement Program
Each program requires the completion of 26 state approved credits. An exception to the Recommended
Plan may be granted through an ARD or SST Committee.
A seal denoting the program a student completes is placed on the Academic Achievement Record (AAR)
following graduation.
English
Mathematics
Recommended Plan
Distinguished Achievement Program
# Credits
# Credits
4
4
4
4
World History
1
1
1
1
US History
Government
Economics
Foreign Language
1
½
½
2
1
½
½
3
4
4
½
1
1
1
½
4
26
½
1
1
1
½
3
26
(includes Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II)
World Geography
(1 credit earned at Middle School may count)
Science (includes Biology,
Chemistry, Physics)
Health
Physical Education or equivalent
Computer/Technology Application
Fine Arts
Lovejoy Leadership (Speech)
Electives
TOTALS
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No more than two full credits (4 semesters) for high school graduation may be earned through a combination of
concurrent enrollment in college courses, correspondence courses, and all other out-of-district courses.
Senior Project
The senior project is a culminating high school initiative that assesses and demonstrates a student’s knowledge
and abilities as s/he prepares to graduate—specifically, the abilities to write, speak, acquire and use knowledge,
solve problems, and apply a variety of skills, including time management and task analysis.
Students use comprehensive resources to work through four phases:
Rigorous, self-identified project - Developed/completed with mentor support.
Research paper - Reflects information acquisition and literary skills, accompanies and supports project.
Portfolio - Demonstrates and verifies the process used to complete project.
Formal, oral presentation - Student presents his/her findings, conclusions, and recommendations to a
panel of adults from the community.
All LHS Seniors are required to complete a senior project, with these exceptions:
Seniors in classes of 2012 and 2013 may be exempt from the senior project if they are enrolled in 12 hours of
dual/college credit or three AP classes.
Beginning with the class of 2014, all seniors will be required to complete a senior project.
DISTINGUISHED GRADUATE REQUIREMENTS
The Distinguished Achievement Program recognizes students who demonstrate performance equivalent
to the collegiate or professional level in the arts, sciences, business & industry or community service.
REQUIREMENTS: Students must complete the Lovejoy High School Recommended Graduation Plan,
earn 3 credits of the same foreign language, and receive any combination of four of the following
advanced measures:
ORIGINAL RESEARCH/PROJECT: (The Senior Project fulfills this requirement.)
- judged by a panel of professionals in the field that is the focus of the project; or
- conducted under the direction of mentor(s) and reported to an appropriate audience
TEST DATA:
- a score of 3 or above on the College Board Advanced Placement examination;
- a score on the PSAT that qualifies a student for recognition as a Commended Scholar or higher by the
National Merit Scholarship Corporation; as part of the National Hispanic Scholar Program of the College
Board; or a part of the National Achievement Scholarship Program for Outstanding Negro Students of the
National Merit Scholarship Corporation. The PSAT score may count as only one advanced measure
regardless of the number of honors received by the student
COLLEGE COURSES:
- a grade of 3.0 or higher on courses that count for college credit, including tech prep programs
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REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE
Faculty Office Hours
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4 (Lunch plus announcements)
A Lunch
B Lunch
C Lunch
Period 5
Period 6
Period 7
Period 8
Faculty Office Hours
8:30
8:55
9:45
10:35
11:25
11:20
11:50
12:20
12:55
1:45
2:35
3:25
4:10
8:55
9:40
10:30
11:20
12:50
11:50
12:20
12:50
1:40
2:30
3:20
4:10
4:30
ATTENDANCE
Research shows that good academic performance is directly related to regular attendance. Absenteeism slows
down the rate of instruction and interferes with the entire teaching-learning process. If you must be absent from
school for any reason, please follow these procedures:
To excuse an absence due to illness the student must:
 Bring a note from their parent before school, on the first day back to school. Within three days of the absence, if
no excuse is provided, the absence will remain unexcused.
 Have the parent call the attendance office to let the school know that their student will be out ill all day.
Contact – Judy Hise – 469-742-8715
 If a student is planning to leave school early, the parent must check student out with Rhonda Lloyd at the front
desk.
 If a student is signing themselves out, we ask that the parent send an email to Student_Signout@lovejoyisd.net
with the following information:
o Student’s Name
o Time of Departure
o Reason for leaving
o Phone number where the parent can be contacted so we can call to confirm
 Under no circumstances may any student leave school without first signing out at the front desk.
SCHOOL DRESS
The District prohibits students from wearing clothing that portrays pictures, emblems or writings that are
lewd, vulgar, or obscene, or that advertise or depict tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, drugs or
any other prohibited substance, and prohibits any clothing or grooming that in the Campus
Disciplinarian's judgment may reasonably be expected to cause disruption of, or interference with,
normal school operations. Further information on student dress codes may be found In the Student
Handbook, Section II, page 35. Final decisions on the appropriateness of school dress rest with
campus administrators.
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LHS PARKING AND VISITOR INFORMATION
Parking Information
Student parking permits will be available for purchase the week before school starts and throughout the year as
needed. Seniors will choose spots first, then juniors, then sophomores. See Officer Mitchell to purchase your
permit.
Seniors are allowed to paint their parking spots. Seniors who want to paint their space will be charged $50.
All other spots are $20. Parking permit hangtags will be handed to each student upon purchase, and students are
required to place the hangtag on their rearview mirror.
Visitor Information
Visitor parking will be available in the front parking lot behind the northeast portion of the building as well as a few
marked spaces directly in front of the school.
Please be advised that to better ensure student safety Lovejoy High School will prohibit entrance to the building by
locking all doors to the building at 9:15 AM except the front doors of the school. Visitors are asked to enter
through the front door and check in at the front desk of the school.
PARENT OPPORTUNITIES
LHS PTSA
The PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) is an active organization that includes a
large percentage of the students’ families. The PTSA meets on the same night as the school
board meetings. The LHS PTSA is open to all parents.
BOOSTER CLUBS
The Booster Clubs support the activities of special interest groups including the various
sports, choral music, orchestra and drama programs. For more information, contact the
sponsor of your student’s special interest organization.
VOLUNTEERS
Lovejoy High School offers unique opportunities for parents to become involved in student
life. For more information contact the PTSA or the Lovejoy ISD website under Volunteers.
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TIPS FOR FRESHMEN
Schedule of Classes – Freshmen are required to take a full schedule of classes. Carefully select the
courses for your Freshman year. The master schedule is developed based on your course selections and
students are expected to follow their schedule exactly. A balance should be struck between the level of
course work and outside time commitment.
Tutorials - Teachers offer tutorials daily. Times may vary by departments, so be sure and check each
teacher’s tutorial schedule. Students who attend and use tutorials as an academic resource experience a
greater understanding of the subject matter.
A maximum of 2 off campus credits may be applied toward high school
graduation requirements. A maximum of 2 credit-by-exam credits may be
applied toward high school graduation requirements.
College Courses/Concurrent Enrollment – No more than two full credits for high school graduation
may be earned through a combination of concurrent enrollment in college courses, correspondence
courses and all other off campus courses. One semester of college coursework is equivalent to one
semester of high school coursework.
Correspondence Courses – For District students who take correspondence courses from TEAapproved colleges (University of Texas at Austin and Texas Tech University), credit will be awarded for a
grade of 70 or above but no grade points will be assigned. The grade awarded will appear on the
student’s transcript. Out-of district electronic courses are addressed in the same manner as
correspondence courses. Students may not enroll in any correspondence, on-line, college or summer
school course without counselor approval.
Off-Campus Coursework Policy -Students must be finished with any on-line courses before the 1st day
of the last semester he or she can enroll in the course at LHS. Example - Physics A must be finished
before the 1st day of school in August of the senior year. Any semester course must be finished by
January of the senior year.
Credits Transferred from other accredited schools – Credits will be awarded for courses recognized
by the Texas Education Agency for credit. The grades from the approved transfer of credits will be used
to calculate a student’s grade point average in accordance to District policy. Accredited schools are
those whose accreditation is recognized by the Texas Commissioner of Education.
Summer Programs Abroad – No credit or grade points will be assigned for summer abroad courses
such as People to People or Rotary Club programs. It is very important to discuss your plans for
alternate credit with your school counselor. The counselor must approve all alternate credits.
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