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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.

Request Parent Portal Account.

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:

Student Handbook Link

Once you have read the Student Handbook, please return the signed Student Handbook Signature Page to Mrs. Griffin in the LHS Front Office.

Student Handbook Signature Page

Forms

Click on a link below to view and/or print a PDF copy of school forms.

Cell Phones / Electronic Devices

Students are NOT ALLOWED to use cell phones. They must be kept in a student’s purse, book bag, pocket, etc. Students should not be using Smart Watches. Smart Watches must be removed and put away if directed to do so by faculty or staff. All teachers will have a caddy where students can place their cell phones when they enter class. Students may also keep their phones and devices in their book bags. If a student does not put his/her cell phone in the phone caddy in class or does not have it in his/her book bag and the phone is out or goes off, the student will have to turn the cell phone in to the teacher and will receive one day of suspension. Failure to surrender a cell phone, or other device listed above, upon the request of a staff member will result in an additional day of suspension. The school office phone is available for student use when emergencies arise. Cell phone regulations during extracurricular activities will be determined by each sponsor or coach. Cell phones/other devices may be picked up from the office by the parent or other adult listed on the student’s emergency card from 3:30-4:30 PM. These devices cannot be picked up earlier than the time listed.

Ear buds, Air Pods, and Headphones should not be used unless directed to do so by a teacher. These devices should not be worn during class transitions, lunch, etc. If students are wearing these devices during these transition times, the student may be asked to turn these in to the office for a parent or other adult listed on the emergency card to pick up after 3:30 p.m. Continued disregard for this directive will result in additional disciplinary action.

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.

Substance Abuse Presentation

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:

School Improvement Council Report

The LHS School Improvement Council meeting took place on Monday, January 8, 2024. The report contained information useful to parents, students, and staff. You can view or download the document at the following link:

School Improvement Council Report

School Report Card

You can view or download the document at the following link:

Latta High School Report Card