Athletic Shoe Drive

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Have a pair of gently used tennis or athletic shoes you no longer need? Donate them during LASA Dance’s spring shoe drive partnered with GotSneakers, a sneaker recycling organization! Bonus points, bring a pair to our Spring Show on May 3 at the AISD PAC & receive a FREE concession item too!

Drop off outside of library in the tall box & scan QR code on box to log your NHS hour(s) anytime between April 21-May 2.

*Please donate tennis shoes & athletic shoes only, and DO NOT donate flip flops, sandals, heels, crocs, boots, dress shoes, etc. Each pair of shoes is worth 1 hour of NHS sponsored hours.

Please contact paige.edwards@austinisd.org with any questions.

Senior Salute Slide Show Submissions

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Hello Class of 2025! Please complete THIS Google form to share your post-graduation plans and a photo for the slide show that will play during Senior Salute. The photo can be an informal photo of you wearing your college t-shirt, a formal portrait, or your CADY senior photo. If you do not submit a photo, the LASA seal will serve as your photo.

When loading the file, please use the following naming convention: Last Name, First Name.

If you have more than one graduate, please fill out a form for each.

Coffeehouse t-shirts now on sale

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Coffeehouse t-shirts are now on sale! Get yours before they are gone!

Please visit: https://lasa.myschoolcentral.com/(S(jinico1cknnzekdqyvbzbhym))/Index.aspx#/q/coffeehouse%20shirts

Note: if the link does not work, search for coffeehouse shirts.

The new online system does not allow for size selection. Please email bradley.sharp@austinisd.org to select your size (S-XXL).

Your purchase helps support the printing costs of LASA’s literary magazine, The Composer.

See you at the show!

Shared Wisdom Results!

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In January, the Raising Healthy Raptors Committee put out a call for you to share your favorite books, podcasts, websites, etc. that have helped you navigate parenthood, support your adolescents, and support kids with specific challenges. I hope you take a moment to check out all the great resources that your fellow LASA families have found helpful. If you have additional suggestions please send an email to wellness@pflasa.org so the RHR Committee can share even more gems with others in our community.

LASA Spring Swag Sale

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LASA Raptor socks

Last Call for 2025 LASA Swag!

Items include LASA Raptor socks and clear stadium bags: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/lasaswag/items?cart

  • An exciting gift for newly admitted Freshman and their families!
  • A great gift for current students and parents!
  • A fun Congrats gift for graduating Seniors!

You will receive an email when your order has been filled and the date(s) that it will be ready for pick up at lunch.

Senior Salute Auditions Rescheduled to 5/2

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We are still looking for senior star power for Senior Salute! We’re rescheduling auditions to 5/2 and will be a firm date to get it done before APs!

We need:

  • Emcees to host the show (will audition 5/2 at the end of advisory following panoramic photo)
  • Musical Performances (no live auditions, submit video that is no longer than 3 minutes)

Please complete this form by 4/30 if you’re interested!

Let’s TACO’BOUT AP Breakfasts and Snacks

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AP testing spans two weeks in May beginning on 5/5 and ending 5/16. Many students go directly from test to test, with less than 10 minutes to refuel between tests. PFLASA coordinates breakfasts and snacks to fuel these hardworking minds and bodies. We are looking for a shadow to learn the ropes for next year, as well as people interested in serving as a planning committee.

Duties could include: scheduling volunteers, set up/break down of breakfasts and snacks, setting up and maintaining spreadsheets, working within a budget to arrange the necessary food and snacks for the 2 week testing period, and communicating with volunteers, staff, and vendors.

Email president@pflasa.org to learn more.

A call for AP Breakfast and AP Snack volunteers will be coming soon.

Master Class: Introduction to the Common App Personal Statement Tuesday, April 22 at 6:00 PM

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Please join us for our final Master Class of the year. CLICK HERE for tickets.

Introduction to the Common App Personal Statement with Erin Edwards of EE College Essays Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM

The personal statement is your primary college application essay, arguably the most important written component of your application. Every competitive school that embraces a holistic applicant review process will tell you this essay is crucial. My class will provide a thorough introduction to the personal statement—what it is, what you really need to know about it, when to work on it, what to avoid, what to embrace, and what a successful PS looks like. This class will particularly benefit juniors, but all students and parents are welcome. Bring your questions! I love to answer them.

Naviance: How do I get started? An Informal Class with Geeta Suggs

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Naviance: How do I get Started? with Geeta Suggs, former LASA webmaster and Alum parents at 6:30 pm, Wednesday, April 30.

Hey LASA Junior Parents! Join us for a very informal Naviance class. This Zoom class is geared to parents and will not be recorded. This class if offered free of charge.

From Geeta:

As I’ve done in the past, I’m volunteering myself and what little I know to you about the college process (yes, I have a LASA 2020 and 2024 grad) but more specifically, Naviance and how to start there. I am no expert, but I can get you started and show you how to explore things. I have done this for junior parents for a few years now and it seemed helpful. Expect an hour max and I’ll point out some resources on the LASA website too.

Please sign up so we can correctly prepare our Zoom. Sign up can be found here: https://lasa.austinschools.org/school/signups (coming soon)

LASA Project Graduation 2025 Needs Volunteers

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It takes a village to raise our children. That village has taken many shapes and forms throughout their school years: devoted teachers, principals, librarians, staff, mentors, and other parents.

The LASA community is a community like no other. As we prepare to launch our LASA Class of 2025, we hope you will consider serving in their last LASA village by volunteering at the Project Graduation 2025 lock-in at the East Communities YMCA on June 3-4. We need adult volunteers across all grade levels to help by volunteering for a 4 hour shift during the event.

It is a fun event and the volunteers have a great time. This sign-up has details about the roles and shifts, but if you have any questions, feel free to drop us a note at projectgraduation@pflasa.org.