Weekly Announcements - September 29-October 3, 2025

 

Students just a reminder: Outside food and drink are not permitted at Lakota East High School.

 

Parking Applications

Attention Students! The application for the  25/26 Parking Spot Application  is open to all licensed Lakota East students and you must apply for a spot yearly! To apply for your parking spot you will need to apply using your Chromebook, Onelogin and Lakota Email at https://forms.gle/QauKqZENbmQsJW2b6 Students that are parking in the lot without a pass will be subject to discipline and towing.  

 

College Visits

Juniors and Seniors:If you will be going on a college visit, please bring a note in from your parents 1 week prior to your scheduled visit.  You will receive a pink sheet to take around to your teachers and return it back to the main office.  Juniors and Seniors get 3 excused college visits per year.  

 

Class of 2026

The School Counselors are here to help you with college applications. We will be available in the Flexible Learning Space on main street during Hawk Time on the following dates in October: 1^st, 22^nd, 23^rd, 29^th, 30^th

Help Sessions for College Applications

 

Rotary Club Student of the Month Scholarships

The Rotary Club of West Chester/Liberty invites all senior-level students at Lakota East to apply for the Student of the Month Scholarship. One $250 scholarship will be awarded each month from October through May. The deadline for applications is October 3rd, 2025, at 12:00pm Noon. View the application and details on the Schoolinks scholarship page. 

 

Stuff the Bus

The Lakota Board of Education’s 18th annual district-wide food drive for Reach Out Lakota will run Sept. 29 through Oct. 10, aiming to meet or exceed last year's record-breaking collection of almost 60,000 items. In true “WE are Lakota” fashion, the district is challenging families, staff and community members (who are able) to help “stuff the bus” with canned goods and other non-perishable items most needed by the primary food and clothing pantry for families in West Chester and Liberty townships. Donations can be dropped off at the Main Office 

 

Judy B Food Drive

It’s time for the Sixth Annual Judy Buckenmyer Memorial Food Drive! Judy was a beloved math teacher at East who passed away unexpectedly in the spring of 2020.  Judy cared deeply for her students and her community.  If Judy saw a need, she filled it.  She was known as Lakota East’s #1 fan for attending events to see her students in action.  She had a quick wit and dry sense of humor.  With the passage of time, there are no longer any students in the building who knew Judy.   This food drive is our way of remembering our friend and sharing with students what a great person she was.  Collected items are donated to the Faith Community Food Pantry on Cox Road in West Chester, which serves Butler County residents. Lakota East staff and students will collect items the week of October 6-10th.  Our offices are open 7:00am-3:30pm during the week. Students will participate through their teams and clubs. The Food Drive benefits Faith Community Methodist Church food pantry.

 

Academic Quiz Team

Do you amaze your friends with your knowledge of random information?  Would you like to compete in a GMC sport without working up a sweat?  Then come to learn about the Academic Quiz Team.  We will have an informational meeting after school on Monday, September 29th in room 268.  See you there!

 

Swimming and Diving Information Meeting

Are you interested in Swimming or Diving for Lakota East?  Join us for an informational meeting on Thursday, October 2nd at 3:00 in the HUB to learn more!

 

Hawks for the Cure

Hawks For The Cure Volleyball will be Tuesday, September 30th in the gym.  Please join us for a bake sale, raffle baskets, split the pot and t-shirts for sale.  

 

ThunderHawk Hustle

Thunderhawk Hustle is Sunday, October 12^th at 8AM!  This is a 5k run/walk sponsored by the Lakota East Athletic Boosters and the Cross Country Team and all race proceeds go directly to support all teams. This race is a fundraiser for all sports (including Lakota East Upbeat Club). Pre-Registration: Cost $45/Person - Includes T-shirt (pre-register by 9/18/25). Registrations received after 9/24 and day of Race Registration Cost $45/Person - No T-shirt. Packet pick up will be Saturday October 11th from 10:30am – 1:30pm inside the main lobby of Lakota East HS (10-12th grade building) OR starting at 7:00 am on race day at the ticket office by the football field/track. For every person who designates a sports team while registering, $10 from the $45 registration fee will go directly to your sport.  Registrations are available online at: https://runsignup.com/thunderhawk5k Prizes will be awarded to top runners, and each paid registration will be entered for raffle prizes. 

 

PTSO Arts & Craft Show

The PTSO’s Craft Show is our annual fundraiser each year, making it possible for us to fund student requests, activities, programs, scholarships, staff appreciation, and more throughout the year. PTSO is looking for adult and student volunteers to help make sure the Craft Show is a continued success! Please review the links for information on how to get involved.

Student Volunteers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B48AFAB2EA7F85-58502556-student#/ 

Adult Volunteers: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B48AFAB2EA7F85-58502555-adult#/ 

 

Club Meeting Dates

9/29

Monday

• Computer Club/Interalliance will meet after school on Monday in room 287.
• Engineering Club will meet after school on Monday in room 284.
• Muslim Student Association will meet after school on Monday in room 283.

 

Tuesday

• BSU will meet after school on Tuesday in room 206.
• Mu Alpha Theta will offer tutoring after school on Tuesday in room 216.

 

Wednesday

• Yearbook Club will meet on Wednesdays during Hawktime at 12:50 in room 114.
• Fly Free Club will meet after school in room 280.
• Senior Class Committee will meet after school on Wednesday in room 219.
• Speech and Debate Club will meet after school on Wednesday in room 228.
• Wise club will meet after school on Wednesday in room 290.

 

Thursday

• Yearbook Club will meet on Thursdays during Hawktime at 12:50 in room 114. 
• Asian American Association will meet after school in room 115.
• ASL Club will meet after school on Thursday in room 225.
• Broadcasting Club will meet after school on Thursday in room 243.
• Dungeons and Dragons Club will meet after school on Thursday in room 268.
• Hawks Against Cancer will meet after school on Thursday in room 110.
• Leaders for Literacy will meet after school on Thursday in room 128.
• Leaf Club will meet after school on Thursday in room 119.
• Mu Alpha Theta will offer tutoring after school on Thursday in room 216.
• SciFi Realm will meet after school on Thursday in room 202.
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Friday 

• FCA will meet before school on Friday in room 200.
• Civic Leaders of America will meet after school on Friday in room 228.

 

 

Lunchroom Visits

Tuesday

United States Army will be at Lakota East for a lunch visit on Tuesday.

Wittenberg University will be at Lakota East for a lunch visit on Tuesday.

The League of Women Voters will be at Lakota East for a lunch visit on Tuesday.

 

Wednesday

The Army National Guard will be at Lakota East for a lunch visit on Wednesday.

 

Thursday

The United States Navy will be at Lakota East on Thursday for a lunch visit.