Principal: Rita Graves 

Phone: 713-522-5960

Email Us: lamarhstexans@houstonisd.org

Wraparound Services Parent Meeting: Topic Suicide and Self Harm 

Principal’s Corner

Update on ESSER Funding            

I wanted to share with you some of the unique opportunities we are making available to students with the infusion of federal funding through the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) dollars.  The money is intended to help quickly close learning gaps that may have been exacerbated by the COVID pandemic, and support physical, social and emotional health as many students return to campus for the first time in more than a year.  So how are we using those dollars?

The majority of the funds allocated to Lamar HS are being used to provide Accelerated Instruction to students who did not meet the passing criteria on STAAR assessments last year.  We are contracting with HBU, Neuhaus and Catapult Learning to provide highly trained tutors in Math and English.  By injecting this high dose of support early in the year, we are hopeful that students will fill any prerequisite gaps quickly and stay on track this school year.  A big “thank you” to those who have made these moving pieces fall into place.

We also have some money designated for innovative programming ideas to help support all students.  We are working with Rice University to create a Writing Center to support students with the mechanics of writing. Coaches in the Writing Center will be available to help with editing and revision for things like IB Extended Essay, IBCP Reflective Projects, college essays and other assignments in which editing and revision is the difference between good writing and great writing. 

We were able to provide two small PSAT/SAT prep classes in October, but are working for an opportunity for students to get the same high quality preparation class through Lamar that many of our families are paying for outside of school.  More will be coming on this as we nail down the specifics.

Finally, the District has identified funding for libraries.  At the high school level, and at Lamar specifically, that looks a little different, and I understand that our Superintendent is defining some guidelines around making these funds available for access to more digital resources.  As that is finalized, I will be able to share information with you on how these funds will enhance the Lamar student’s experience. 

Call For Assistance…

We are in need of 20 microwaves for student use in the Neighborhoods and along the 2^nd floor.  Are you willing to purchase a microwave from Amazon and send it our way? 

I'm sharing my list with you on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/18H7E2XN0I6VF?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_smjvVd06sqhoh 

Please ship to:

Lamar High School

3325 Westheimer Rd

Houston, Texas 77098

Special Note of Thanks

I want to thank those who made my birthday and Bosses day so special! Many hearts to all of you!

Highlighted Events:

• Sat. Oct 16th -  College Fair- 11:00AM_2:00PM VIRTUAL                   https://falltacrao.swoogo.com/Registration
• Fri. Oct 18th -   All School Musical Auditions 4:15-6:00PM (LHS)
• Fri. Oct 22nd -  Homecoming Dance 7:00-10:30PM (LHS)
• Sat. Oct 23rd -  HOMECOMING GAME s WESTSIDE 6:00PM (Delmar)
• Mon/Tues Oct 25-26th Underclassman Photos 8:45-4:00PM
• Thurs. Oct. 28 - SAT/PSAT - 1:00PM Altered Start Time for non testers