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Student Supports – MTSS-B Pages 11 - 14 LSW Extras – Clubs, sports and other activities.

Student Supports

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LSW helps build a Culture of Learning by following the SOAR expectations. The SOAR expectations are part of a broader district-wide support system called MTSS-B, MultiTiered Support System- Behavior. On day one, we begin teaching it in classrooms and building expectations that can help keep your students successful.

LSW Extras

Clubs, sports and other activities.

LSW Departments & Clubs are joined by signing up online. From the LSW website, select the ‘Activities’ tab, and choose Club Information from the drop down.

*The following list may not be complete and is subject to change.

AATSP Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica- Spanish Honor Society, this club is available to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors who have completed a formal application to join. Contact: Rebecca Christenson bchriste@lps.org

Art & Photo Club- Art club is an opportunity for LSW students to explore a variety of media in visual art including Drawing, Photography, Painting, Digital Art and Pottery. The focus is on student driven art exploration and art making in a fun, stress free environment. We may also have visiting artists and explore community engagement art projects if members are interested. Contact: Chad Petska cpetska@lps.org or Melissa Beard mbeard@lps.org

Asian Caucus- A multicultural club in which our goal is to spread Asian culture and awareness in our school and community. Contact: Charley Bittle cbittle@lps.org

Band- The LSW band program is thriving! The band students have a variety of experiences. First quarter is marching band – performances at LSW games/competes in marching band competitions. Second quarter is concert band – preparing for the Holiday Concert. Third quarter is concert band contest and pep band plays at basketball games. Fourth quarter is the final concert. Contact: Alyssa Wilhelm awilhel2@lps.org or Aaron Mathis amathis@lps.org

Black Caucus- A multicultural club at LSW in which our goal is to spread black culture and awareness in our school and community while creating a safe space for people of color. Contact: Olga Mwenentanda omwenen@lps.org

Chess Club- Interested in learning how to play chess? We’ll teach you everything about how to play and some basic strategy. Contact: Mr. Province

Cheerleading – Cheer is an activity that allows students to join in the school spirit and get others involved in school activities. Contact: Aliyah Westlund awestlun@lps.org

Choir –Come and sing with us! Be a part of a tradition of excellence in the LSW choral music department. Our program provides group singing experiences in several ensembles from large concert choirs to competitive show choirs. We also provide many performance opportunities in local, national, and international venues. Contact: Marci DeAmbrose mdeambr@lps.org or Andrew Jacobson ajacobs2@lps.org

Dance Team “Emeralds” – Students, freshmen through seniors that choreograph and perform routines during sporting events. Contact: Lindsey Hinze lhinze@lps.org

DECA - An association/showcase club for students interested in honing their leadership, business and marketing skills. Members participate in community activities, conferences and competitions. They develop leadership and problem-solving skills required in the business world. Contact: Kathy Little klittle@lps.org

Drama Club- For any student interested in any aspect of the performing arts. Meetings are held throughout the school year. Contact: Bob Henrichs bhenrich@lps.org

D&D- A club for an inclusive gaming experience for fantasy role play at all skill levels. This student run club provides opportunity for storytelling, explorations, and leadership. It is open to anybody and is a safe place to be yourself while being someone else. Contact: Bruce Bullerdiek bbullerd@lps.org

FBLA- Members learn networking and life skills and are actively involved in community building and fundraising events. The focus of Southwest FBLA is gearing up for competition at the State Leadership Conference. Contact: Josh Hinrichs jhinric@lps.org

FCA- Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a club that is focused on developing relationships with other Christian athletes and using sports as a vehicle to impact the world for God. Contact: Terry Berks tberks@lps.org or Matt James mjames2@lps.org

FCCLA- Family Career Community Leaders of America is a nationally recognized leadership organization. We do service projects, competitions, travel & activities. Contact: McKenzie Geier mgeier@lps.org or Sarah Morrow smorrow@lps.org

Genders and Sexualities Alliance (GSA)- A club to create a safe and welcoming environment for students at LSW to openly discuss and learn about different gender and sexual identities. Contact: Tracy Piper tpiper@lps.org

Hive Helpers- Hive Helpers is an organization started by high schoolers that is dedicated to protecting native bee and other native pollinator populations. Hive Helpers promotes ecological awareness through collaboration with the school, local community and national organizations to create a more sustainable future. We plan to increase the native pollinator garden and expand ways to improve the health and sustainability of Nebraska native pollinators. Contact: Charley Bittle cbittle@lps.org

HOSA- Helps students develop their interest in careers with Health Sciences. Also helps students develop their skills such as communication, teamwork and leadership so that they can prepare for the career they choose. Contact: Peter Stone pstone@lps.org

Improv Club- Contact Bob Henrichs bhenrich@lps.org or Scott Engel sengel@lps.org

Japanese Club- Members learn about and celebrate the Japanese culture by exploring language, holidays, food, festivals & calligraphy. Anyone can join, whether they are taking Japanese language classes or not. Club events range from art/craft activities to guest speakers to watching Japanese movies--too many to mention here. In addition, many students apply to participate in the pen pal program with students overseas at our sister school in Japan. Contact: Tammy Lamprecht tlamprec@lps.org

Kaleidoscope- Kaleidoscope is not a club, it’s a community! Developing authentic friendships…having a safe place to talk about life’s issues…all wrapped in having some fun too, is what we’re about! When you arrive, you hear some vibey music…you enjoy some great snacks…have some fun with a game or two…and then talk some life! We want to help you get better at life, so life gets better for you! A kaleidoscope has all kinds of shapes and sizes and colors…just like our community! Everyone matters…Everyone is welcome! Contact: Ashli True atrue@lps.org

Latino Caucus – Our goal is to make LSW and the community aware of Latino traditions, culture & language. This club is open to everyone. Contact: Shelly Shanahan sshanah@lps.org

Mascot- Come have fun being the official LSW Mascot! Contact: Ashley Turner aturner@lps.org

Math Club- For students who want to work on and discuss math problems and prepare to compete in local and regional mathematics competitions. Contact: Jeff DeVries jdevrie@lps.org

Mass Media- Mass Media is a NSAA varsity activity for upperclassmen or underclassmen who have taken the prerequisite courses or completed an application. This club is a class taken during the school day with time commitments outside of and after school. Mass Media explores the world of newspapers, magazines, podcasting, broadcasting, and other journalistic ventures. Contact: Brandi Benson bbenson2@lps.org (club membership by selection only)

Mindfulness Club- This club focuses on mindfulness and bettering mental health through relaxation activities such as coloring or meditation. Contact: Mr. Ruiz jruiz2@lps.org

Movie Club- Contact: Rosanne Navas rnavas@lps.org

Orchestra – LSW has three orchestras – Freshmen, Prep and Varsity. They perform 3 concerts as well as district music contest. They have also performed in London, England and Hawaii. Contact: Jacob Fahrlander jfahrla@lps.org

Poetry Club- This is a club for those who write in poetic verse and who speak in poetic verse. Write, share and perform! Contact: Lori Nakagawa lanaka@lps.org

Programming Club- This club is open both to students who have taken the programming/robotics courses and those who are just interested in the subject: no experience required. We will be exploring different facets of programming (different languages, microcontrollers, robotics, apps, hopefully bring in some professionals as speakers, etc.). Contact: Scott Handelman shandel@lps.org

Quiz Bowl- A team-based club focused on trivia competitions. We participate in several area competitions per year and use club meetings to practice questions and expand our breadth of knowledge. Students can compete at both a Novice (9-10) and Varsity (9-12) level. Contact: Scott Handelman shandel@lps.org

Science Olympiad- An academic/hands-on competition that promotes student interest in learning and accomplishing meaningful applications in science, problem solving and exploration. Contact: Greg Cooper gcooper@lps.org, or Bruce Bullerdiek bbullerd@lps.org

SFF (Southwest Fan Federation)- This club oversees organizing themes, entertainment and travel accommodations to LSW events. The mission of SFF is to support school activities with passion and pride to create a home advantage for teams while upholding the rules and responsibilities set forth by the NSAA. All students are welcome to join. Contact: Brett Schuster bschust@lps.org Brittany Becker bbecker@lps.org

Skills USA – Promotes the academic, social and industrial skills needed to succeed in today’s workforce. Contact: Travis Simpson tsimpson@lps.org

Speech/Debate - Students can develop the art of public speaking, which will provide many educational and lifelong benefits. We travel to competitions which provide opportunities for educational growth and competitive success. Contact: Matt Heimes mheimes@lps.org, Toni Heimes theimes@lps.org

Stage & Studio Club- A club for students who are writing, recording and performing music (or interested in getting into it). The club will give these students the opportunity to meet and collaborate with others that are working on similar skills and projects. Weekly topics will cover songwriting, beat production, vocal and guitar recording techniques, the copyright process, live music mixing, recording equipment and audio engineering. This will be a safe creative space for interested students of all skill levels and backgrounds to learn, share, teach and collaborate. Contact: Jeremy Redmund jeredmund@lps.org

Stand Together Against Cancer (STAC) – An organization that works to financially and emotionally support local cancer patients. This club is a fun opportunity for students to connect with the STAC network while contributing to the community through volunteer work and fundraising. Contact: Jeremy Redmond jredmond@lps.org

Strategy Gaming Club- We have a fun time playing games like Settlers of Catan, Magic: The Gathering, Risk, Axis and Allies, Trivial Pursuit, Chess, Checkers, Flux, and many other games. It is always a great time! Contact: Scott Handelman shandel@lps.org

Student Ambassadors- Students that volunteer to assist any student transition to LSW. We plan, prepare and carry out activities/events for students as they come to LSW. Ambassadors partner with other organizations to support a positive school experience. Contact: Lindsey Augustine laugusti@lps.org or Amanda Tomes atomes@lps.org (club membership by selection only)

Student Council- The group organizes school activities and events. They are a prominent group within LSW and are the go-to group for ideas or suggestions regarding the LSW community. Contact: Sarah Hammers shamme@lps.org (club membership by selection only)

TIE- Teens Influencing Equity (TIE) club aims to provide increased transparency about equity at Southwest High School, as well as encouraging equity throughout the student body. Contact: Melanie Gross mgross@lps.org

Unified Club- Unified Club is a club that supports students of all abilities by developing friendships through social activities and community involvement. Unified club also includes members of the Unified Bowling and Unified Track teams. Contact: Brandi Benson bbenson2@lps.org

Yearbook- Yearbook is a NSAA varsity activity for upperclassmen or underclassmen who have taken the prerequisite courses or completed an application. This club is a class taken during the school day with time commitments outside of and after school. Yearbook creates a historical document showcasing the entirety of the school year for current students and a historical document that represents LSW forever. Contact: Brandi Benson bbenson2@lps.org (club membership by selection only)

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