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Latta High School Mission
Latta High School’s mission is to provide challenging curriculum, functional facilities, effective personnel, and a safe environment so that each student may develop to their fullest potential in order to become a compassionate, contributing member of a globally-diverse society.
Latta High School Vision
WE, the stakeholders at Latta High School—the administration, faculty, staff, community members, parents/guardians, and students—will encourage academic excellence across the student body.WE will aim to develop students into inquiring, caring, independent thinkers and learners who are ready to compete in a global society and able to respect and collaborate with people of diverse cultures.
WE will provide students with the educational atmosphere needed to promote literacy, encourage problem solving, and prepare for college and career experiences.
WE will work to ensure students who graduate from Latta High School are morally sound, responsible citizens who will be productive locally, nationally and internationally.
Latta High School Beliefs
At Latta High School, We Believe,At Latta High School, We Believe,1. The life-long educational process, as well as the physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being of the student, depend upon a shared partnership among family, school, community, and the individual student.
2. Family and community educational values are crucial to the academic development of the student.
3. The teacher is the vital designer and facilitator of a student-centered, inquiry-based learning environment.
4. Each individual is capable of developing problem-solving skills that produce independent thinking and learning.
5. Each individual, when given access to a safe and supportive environment, is capable of being an active participant in the learning process.
6. Student participation in extracurricular activities enhances the student learning experience, promotes self- esteem, encourages positive risk-taking, and enriches the lives of students and the community as a whole.
7. Students should take ownership of their academic achievement, a safe school environment, and their future plans.
8. Technology skills are a vital part of educational development and an integral part of the classroom setting.
9. Literacy across disciplines is necessary to promote success.
10. Collaboration, recognition, and respect among cultures are important aspects of preparing students to be successful in an increasingly global society.
11. We believe that there is a positive correlation between active parent engagement and student learning and achievement.
If you would like to commment on or suggest revisions to the Mission, Vision, or Beliefs of LHS, please email this link communityinput@lattavikings.com.
Parent Portal Account Request
Parents are encouraged to sign up for a Parent Portal account, so they can view the grades and attendance of their students. To get your account, please click the link below and complete the form.Beginning of Semester Information
Logging Into your Chromebook
If you want to know how to log into your new Chromebook, watch this video: Click Here.
Troubleshooting Logins - Chromebook and Google Classroom
See Mrs. Berry in the LHS Library.
Student Handbook
The Latta High School Student Handbook contains a great deal of information useful to parents, students, and staff. You can view or download the handbook at the following link:Once you have read the Student Handbook, please return the signed Student Handbook Signature Page to Mrs. Griffin in the LHS Front Office.
Forms
Click on a link below to view and/or print a PDF copy of school forms.
Cell Phone Policy
The Latta High School Cell Phone Policy has been updated as of April 18, 2018. Henceforth, cell phone use will not be allowed at LHS. Although we understand that students may need to have their phones with them due to after school activities, if a cell phone is seen, heard, or in use, teachers will ask students for the phone and turn it into the office for parent pick-up ONLY between the hours of 3:20 - 4:30 PM. You can view or download the cell phone consequences and how to retrieve cell phones at the following link:PBIS
Latta High School is focused on ensuring student success through our 'Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports' program. Learn more about our PBIS efforts through the following links:
Substance Abuse
Mr. Shawn Myers spoke with LHS students about the consequences of substance abuse, including drugs, alcohol, and vaping. He shared his presentation with us so that students could review the information.Shall Go
The Latta High School Shall Go is a student produced news source published periodically throughout the school year. Copies of the Shall Go are available through the links below, where you can read or download a copy: