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Welcome to Lamar High School

Principal: Rita Graves
Phone: 713-522-5960
Email Us: lamarhstexans@houstonisd.org

Let Me Tell You More About NGs

NGs (No Grade) are awarded on the report card when a student receives a passing grade in a course but has not been in attendance 90% of the class time. The State and the District allow students to use the credit appeal process to regain that credit.

The credit appeal process is comprised of two prongs. The standard process is for the student to be assigned hours to make up for the lost instructional time. With the adjustment to include excused absences related to illnesses, we will refer any extended absences to an Attendance Committee to review. The Attendance Committee may use completed makeup work or attendance at tutorials to reduce any hours that would otherwise be assigned.

Moving forward, all NGs will be recovered through the credit appeal process within six weeks of the semester report card date. Any NGs not recovered within that time frame will no longer be eligible for recovery through credit appeal. For students with several NGs, this may present a challenge to graduating with their classmates.

So What About NGs From Prior Years?

All NGs from prior years must be cleared by January 1, 2023. Our Academic Deans and Assistant Principals are making many dates available to help students clear NGs from prior years. Use the information below to help your student create a plan.

9th Grade

Students who took Algebra 1, Biology or another high school credit class during 8th grade may have NGs to clear. Notification to parents/students has already started and will be complete on Monday. If you want to check for yourself, please refer to the final 8th grade report card.

October 4, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

October 10-13, 4:30-6:00 pm in the Grand Hall (1 absence/day)

October 8, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

November 12, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

November 28-December 2, 4:30-6:00 pm in the Grand Hall (1 absence/day)

December 3, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

10th Grade

Students may have NGs to clear from 9th grade. Notifications have been sent to parents/students. You may check the final 9th grade report card.

October 4, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

October 8, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

October 24-28, 4:30-6:00 pm in the Grand Hall (1 absence/day)

October 31, 4:30-6:00 pm in the Grand Hall (1 absence/day)

November 1-4, 4:30-6:00 pm in the Grand Hall (1 absence/day)

November 12, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

November 14-18, 4:30-6:00 pm in the Grand Hall (1 absence/day)

November 28-December 2, 4:30-6:00 pm in the Grand Hall (1 absence/day)

December 3, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

December 5-9, 4:30-6:00 pm in the Grand Hall (1 absence/day)

11th Grade

Students may have NGs to clear from 9th or 10th grade. Notifications are being sent to parents/students. You may check the final 9th and 10th grade report card if you want to confirm on your own.

October 4, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

October 8, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

November 12, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

November 28-December 2, 4:30-6:00 pm in the Grand Hall (1 absence/day)

December 3, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

12th Grade

Students may have NGs to clear from 9th, 10th and 11th grades. Notifications have been sent to parents/students.

October 4, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

October 8, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

November 12, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

November 28-December 2, 4:30-6:00 pm in the Grand Hall (1 absence/day) December 3, 9:00-Noon and Noon-3:00 pm in the Grand Hall (4 absences)

Highlighted Events:

Friday, Sep 30th: Fun Food Friday 11:45-12:45 (Front Lawn)

Wednesday, Sep 28th: Cap and Gown Orders 11:45-12:45 (Transit Center)

Thursday, Sep 29th: Cap and Gown Orders 11:45-12:45 (Transit Center)

Saturday, Oct 1st: Homecoming Dance 7:00-10:30 PM (Grand Hall)

Monday, Oct 3rd: College Night 6:00-8:00PM (LHS)Tuesday, Oct 4th: TEACHER SERVICE DAY- NO STUDENTS

Tuesday, Oct 4th: FACE Community Town Hall Meeting 6:00-7:30 PM (Performance Hall)

Wednesday, Oct 5th: NO SCHOOL

School News

Weekly Newsletter for the Week of September 23, 2022

Every Thursday Lamar sends out a newsletter via school messenger to keep parents and students in the loop on what is happening on campus. Make sure you check here each Thursday to see what exciting things happened on campus.

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Back to School FAQ

With the start of school, there are lots of questions. Check out this FAQ about transportation, parking, schedule changes, dress code, laptops, and more.

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Clear Bag Policy

Starting August 22, 2022, all students will be required to use a clear back on campus. Some of you may be applauding the move, while I imagine there are others who find this to be an overreach. I would like to provide you with the reasoning.

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Neighborhood Assistant Principal or Academic Dean

Lamar believes in big school opportunities and a small school feel. To make this mission possible we split our student body into neighborhoods that allow each Assistant Principal and Academic Dean to work with a small group of students. To find out who your student's Assistant Principal and Academic Dean are please check the list.

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Dress Code Policy

Lamar's Dress Code Policy will be enforced for the 2022-2023 school year. Students are required to wear blue or white collared shirts with the Lamar logo and khaki bottoms or jeans with no holes. Check out the full policy below.

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Open House

Open House is September 6th for families with the last name A-L and September 7th for families with the last name M-Z. Stay tuned for more information.

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Who Can Help ?

There are lots of moving pieces on Lamar's campus. We know sometimes you do not know who can help. This list will help direct you in the right direction to getting the help you need.

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New Learning Management System : Canvas

HISD is implementing a new Learning Management System (LMS) to replace the HUB this school year with Canvas. Canvas will be used across the district to help students learn and grow. With any changes, we know there can be stress about learning a new tool. We have put together some helpful tip videos to ease the transition.

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Club and Organization

Lamar believes that every student should have somewhere to belong. That is why Lamar offers over 40 clubs, nine different Fine Arts, and over 25 sports. If we don't offer a club we encourage students to make one; just follow the easy steps below.

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Laptop Handout

Laptops will be handed out by grade level. To pick up your laptop you must bring your two forms signed by a guardian and a printed copy of your receipt for $25 insurance.

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