On this day in 1967, Thurgood Marshall, was sworn in as the first black justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. During his 24 years on the Supreme Court, Associate Justice Marshall consistently challenged discrimination based on race or sex, opposed the death penalty, and vehemently defended affirmative action.
This Week: (Homecoming Schedule) Wednesday – Block (4, 5, 6), 11th Skit; Thursday- Block (1, 2, 3, 7), 12th Skit; Friday- Block (4, 5, 6), Rally.
Next Week: Monday- 7 Periods, Inside Tutorial; Tuesday- Block (1, 2, 3, 7); Wednesday – Block (4, 5, 6), Open Tutorial; Thursday- Block (1, 2, 3, 7); Friday- Block (4, 5, 6), Open Tutorial.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
PTSA Reflections Art Program 2024/25 - Unleash your creative talents, express yourself, experience the fun and joy of making art, and tap into your critical-thinking skills to create art inspired by the annual theme - "Accepting Imperfection". The Reflection submission portal is now live and accepting entries. Submit your entries by TODAY October 2nd at https://tinyurl.com/reflections-2024-25-submit. Students are encouraged to showcase their creativity! Please submit your work on time, as late entries will not be accepted. Don’t miss this opportunity to share your talent! See https://tinyurl.com/lhs-reflections-2024-2025 or https://tinyurl.com/LHS-Reflections2024-25-flyer for more information.
STTAR Tutoring Program - Students do you need help in a particular subject? You may request a STTAR Tutor for recurring weekly one-on-one peer tutoring sessions from a fellow Viking. For more information visit https://lhs.fuhsd.org/guidance-student-support/sttar-tutoring and click on "NEED A TUTOR?"
Homework Center – Homework Center is open in the library on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays after school ends until 5:00 pm. Students can work independently on their assignments or get help from Student Tutors if needed. Attending Homework Center can help students build healthy study habits for a successful year! For more information, visit https://lhs.fuhsd.org/guidance-student-support/high-school-planning/academic-support and click on "HOMEWORK CENTER." If you have questions you can see Mrs. Nimmagadda in the library after school (M,W,Th).
CLASS:
Senior Quotes - Attention ALL SENIORS! Senior Quote Submissions are open at tinyurl.com/lynbrookseniorquote. Any inappropriate/derogatory quotes or references will be removed and you will NOT have a chance to edit or resubmit. Quote submissions are DUE NOVEMBER 15th (no late responses will be accepted).
CLUBS:
Ocean Science Bowl Tryouts - Tryouts signups are now open for Lynbrook's Ocean Sciences Bowl team! Ocean Sciences Bowl is a national buzzer-based competition testing knowledge on the many sciences related to Earth's oceans, including physics, chemistry, biology, and earth science. Lynbrook's OSB team has historically placed in the annual state-level Sea Lion Bowl, winning 1st place last year! Tryouts will be held in Room 007 after 6th period on Wednesday, October 16. The link to sign up is tinyurl.com/lynosb24.
NorCal Hacks - Lynbrook Engineering Club is hosting the annual NorCal Hacks hackathon from October 10th to October 13th. It is a completely virtual event open to anyone. No experience is needed! Participants will work independently or in groups of up to four to create innovative projects related to renewable energy, energy conservation, climate change, and more! To sign up, go to: bit.ly/NorCalHacks
SPORTS:
Girls SOCCER TRYOUTS – Girls soccer tryouts will begin 11/4 on Stober Field. To participate, you MUST have your athletic clearance completed. If this is not completed, you will not be allowed to participate. There will be an informational meeting in room 701 on October 23rd during lunch. For any questions, please contact: Varsity Coach Leo - linojoza@hotmail.com, JV Coach Claus - claus@strandonline.net
This Week (Home Games in BOLD):
10/2: Field Hockey vs Santa Clara at Santa Clara
JV – 5:15 pm, Varsity - 4:00 pm
10/2: Boys Water Polo vs Branham
JV – 5:00 pm, Varsity – 6:00 pm
10/2: Girls Volleyball vs Wilcox
JV – 5:30 pm, Varsity – 6:45 pm
10/3: Girls Varsity Golf vs Saratoga, Los Lagos, 2:30 pm
10/3: Girls JV Tennis vs Monta Vista, 4:00 pm
10/3: Girls Varsity Tennis vs Monta Vista, 4:00 pm
10/3: Boys Water Polo vs Cupertino at Cupertino
JV – 4:00 pm, Varsity – 5:00 pm
10/4: Football vs El Camino, 7:00 pm
Next Week (Home Games in BOLD):
10/7: Varsity Field Hockey vs Wilcox, 4:00 pm
10/7: Girls Varsity Tennis vs Cupertino at Cupertino, 4:00 pm
10/7: Girls JV Tennis vs Cupertino, 4:00 pm
10/8: Girls Varsity Tennis vs Los Altos, 4:00 pm
10/8: Girls JV Tennis vs Los Altos at Los Altos, 4:00 pm
10/8: Girls Water Polo vs Los Altos
JV – 4:00 pm, Varsity – 5:00 pm
10/8: Boys Water Polo vs Wilcox
JV – 7:00 pm, Varsity – 6:00 pm
10/8: Girls Volleyball vs Fremont at Fremont
JV – 5:30 pm, Varsity – 6:45 pm
10/9: Girls Varsity Golf vs Los Gatos at Los Lagos, 3:30 pm
10/9: Field Hockey vs Saratoga
JV – 5:15 pm, Varsity – 4:00 pm
10/10: Girls Varsity Golf vs Monta Vista at Sunnyvale Municipal Golf Course, 3:00 pm
10/10: Girls JV Tennis vs Los Gatos at Los Gatos, 4:00 pm
10/10: Girls Varsity Tennis vs Los Gatos, 4:00 pm
10/10: Boys Water Polo vs Milpitas at Milpitas
JV – 4:00 pm, Varsity – 5:00 pm
10/10: Girls Varsity Water Polo vs Harker at Harker, 5:00 pm
10/10: Girls Volleyball vs MaDonald
JV – 5:30 pm, Varsity – 6:45 pm10/11: Field Hockey vs Fremont at Fremont
JV – 5:15 pm, Varsity – 4:00 pm
10/11: Football vs Saratoga at Saratoga, 7:00 pm
10/12: Girls Varsity Water Polo (Presentation Varsity Challenge), TBA
10/12: Girls Varsity Volleyball (Spikefest Tournament) at Los Altos High, TBA