On this day in 1984, Steve Jobs introduced Apple’s revolutionary computer Macintosh, two days after the groundbreaking commercial “1984” aired before a national TV audience. The Macintosh was the first successful mass-market all-in-one desktop personal computer with a graphical user interface, built-in screen and mouse. It was pivotal in establishing desktop publishing as a general office function.
This Week: (MLK Schedule) Friday- Block (4, 5, 6), Rally/Assembly.
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), Advisory.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Spirit Week – We hope to see you today during tutorial in the gym for our Winter Rally! Get hyped, Vikings!
Job Shadow – The Lynbrook PTSA Job Shadow Program is back this year and will take place on March 17. The Job Shadow program allows students to observe, participate, and engage with professionals in their chosen field. To participate, students must submit a registration form and create an account on the Job Shadow website January 27 through January 31. Please go to https://www.lhsjobshadow.org and click on the Instructions button for more information. Registration forms can be downloaded from the Job Shadow website or student portal. You will be able to view a list of participating companies on the Job Shadow website by February 5.
Screenagers Under the Influence: Addressing Vaping, Drugs & Alcohol in the Digital Age Movie screening and Q&A with Lisa Tabb, Co-Director and Co-Producer. - Come join us for the screening on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 7:00 pm in the Lynbrook Theater. This third feature documentary in the Screenagers trilogy delves into how the tech revolution has reshaped adolescence and its effects on substance use. Reserve your spot today by registering here: Event Sign Up: https://www.eventcombo.com/e/screenagers-under-the-influence-presented-by-lynbrook-high-s-74230 MOVIE TRAILER: https://www.screenagersmovie.com/about-screenagers-under-the-influence
EPIC Issue 4 Centerspread Survey – the Epic is writing a centerspread about brain rot and the impact of meme-focused media on society. Please fill out our short survey by Tuesday, January 28 at 4:00 p.m. This survey is completely anonymous, unless you wish to be contacted to be interviewed for any story. Both students and staff are encouraged to fill out the survey. The survey link is bit.ly/epicsurveyi4 and can be found on our instagram, @lhs.epic.
Rei Trujillo Athletic Scholarship Application - The Rei Trujillo Athletic Scholarship fund was created to honor Rei Trujillo of Lynbrook’s Class of 2021. Any Senior athlete who has done a minimum of two sports in the same academic year is welcome to apply. Please email Jamie Chan at jmc02@sbcglobal.net for an application or if you have any questions. Applications must be submitted to Ms. Chan by April 1, 2025.
Spring Musical - Our spring musical Fiddler on the Roof still needs singers and dancers. If interested, please see Mr. Wenner in Studio 74.
Commemorative Bricks - Order your commemorative brick or tile! A perfect way to show your Viking pride! This is an opportunity to have your name, or a family member’s name, etched and proudly shown on the Lynbrook campus! Personalized bricks make great permanent gifts. This is a wonderful way to recognize families, students, alumni and to show your Viking Spirit. Standard commemorative bricks will be placed at the Stadium Entrance. Tiles will be placed in two locations (i.e. swim tiles by the pool, gym tiles by the gym/quad). https://www.engravedbricks.com/campaign/Lynbrook
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.
CLUBS:
Aletheia - Hey Lynbrook! Aletheia's fall issue all about Family Dynamics is now out! You can read the issue at lhsaletheia.com/archive. Look out in the future for submissions opening for our spring issue, all about rejection.
Join LHS Asgardians' Chess/Valorant Team! - The LHS Asgardians will be holding tryouts for the spring season for Chess and Valorant! If you are interested in signing up, please fill out this form: https://tinyurl.com/asg-spring25. Tryouts will be held on the following days:
For Chess, we will be holding tryouts on the 28th of January in person at the Cafeteria (Subject to Change) from 3:55 pm to 5:45 PM.
For Valorant we will be holding tryouts on the 31st of January online from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Form submissions will be closed on the 30th. If you know of anyone else who are interested, please have them fill out the form! Looking forward to seeing you all during those times!
SPORTS:
Concussion Testing – We are fortunate to have a coach available to administer the concussion test one final time before the start of spring sports on February 3rd. If you have not yet completed the test, please plan to be in Room 701, 3:05 PM on January 24th. Please note: Doors will close promptly at 3:30 PM, and no one will be admitted after that time. There will be no additional test dates, so it is crucial that you attend if you have not yet taken the test. Make sure you’re ready for the upcoming season—don’t miss this opportunity!
Badminton Team Info Meeting – You must attend the Badminton Info meeting if you are interested in joining the Badminton team this year. The meeting will be on Friday 1/24 right after school in library study rooms 1 and 2.
This Week (Home Games in BOLD):
1/24: Girls Basketball vs Monta Vista
JV – 3:00 pm, Varsity – 6:00 pm
1/24: Boys Basketball vs Monta Vista
JV – 4:30 pm, Varsity – 7:45 pm
1/25: Girls Wrestling (2nd Man), 7:00 am
1/25: Boys Frosh Basketball vs Menlo School at Menlo School, 12:00 pm
Next Week (Home Games in BOLD):
1/28: Boys Soccer vs MacDonald at MacDonald
JV – 4:00 pm, Varsity – 6:00 pm
1/28: Girls Soccer vs MacDonald
JV – 4:00 pm, Varsity – 6:00 pm
1/28: Girls Basketball vs Milpitas at Milpitas
JV – 5:30 pm, Varsity – 7:00 pm
1/29: Boys Basketball vs Santa Clara
JV – 5:30 pm, Varsity – 7:00 pm
1/30: Wrestling vs Fremont (Duel) at Fremont, 4:00 pm
1/30: Girls JV Basketball vs The Kings Academy at the Kings Academy, 5:30 pm
1/30: Girls Soccer vs Cupertino at Cupertino
JV – 4:00 pm, Varsity – 6:00 pm
1/30: Boys Soccer vs Cupertino
JV – 4:00 pm, Varsity – 6:00 pm
1/31: Girls Basketball vs Los Altos
JV – 4:30 pm, Varsity – 6:00 pm
1/32: Boys Basketball vs Saratoga
JV – 3:00 pm, Varsity – 7:45 pm
2/1: Varsity Wrestling (Colt Classic) at El Camino, 7:00 am
2/1: Girls Wrestling (Hollister Judy Rider) at Hollister, 7:00 am
2/1: Boys Frosh Basketball vs Westmont at Westmont, 12:00 pm