Volunteer Recruitment 

Are you looking for a way to get involved at LHS? The Foundation is the perfect opportunity to meet other parents, learn more about our beloved high school, and serve our students and staff. Our Foundation holds 4 Board Meetings per year, as well as Spirit Nights, our annual Viking 5K Race, and other events. We are currently seeking new members for our committees (Student Support, Staff Support, Communications, and Fundraising) and board. Visit our table at Viking Visit Day, talk to a current board member, or email Angela Maki ajsmaki@gmail.com to get involved! 

Save the Date for the Viking 5K!

Contact Lauren Anderson for more information and/or to join the 5K committee.

Fall Grant Applications Open

Each semester, the Lakeside Foundation awards thousands of dollars in grants to LHS teachers, coaches, and club sponsors to fund Academics, Athletics, and the Arts! Grants are eligible for curriculum, technology, equipment, classroom supplies, professional development, and more - all to enhance students’ experiences and opportunities during their high school careers. Applications may be submitted by clicking the Grants button at the bottom of the Foundation Home Page. Fall applications are due by September 15, with grants awarded by October 1, 2026. 

>> Apply early!

Staff Service Pins

25 teachers and Staff were recognized for their years of service to the Lakeside Community at the End-of-the-Year Luncheon in May. The Foundation presented pins to honor 5, 10, 20, 30, and 35 years of service. Our three longest-serving LHS staff members are Ms. Brenda Casey (Counseling Department), Mr. Henry DeVastey (Foreign Languages), and Mr. Danny Reed (Custodial Staff). All have served the Lakeside Community for 35 years or more! Now that’s dedication!

Scholarship News

Scholarships were awarded on April 21st, at Honors Night to 3 outstanding LHS seniors: Taylor Cook, Erin Lilic, and Nahom Samuel. Each recipient has received $3,000 to continue his or her education. 

>> Scholarship program and recipients

Thank You to our Viking 5K Sponsors

Check out the awesome businesses who have supported Lakeside High School students and staff by sponsoring the 2026 Viking 5K. We are grateful for their continuing support and hope you will shop, dine, and use their services in the near future. What a great Viking Community we have!

Art Department Support

After a matching grants campaign in October, the Art Department received $2,600 in funds to purchase additional 35mm digital cameras. Lakeside has 150 students enrolled in their popular photography classes. Students were previously sharing just 15 cameras. Many thanks to all who contributed to this special matching grants campaign.

Design Contest Winner Announced

LHS Senior, Malik Davis, produced the winning design for the 2026 Viking 5K t-shirt design contest. Malik’s design will be featured on the front of the Viking 5K t-shirt, with our generous race sponsors on the back. All who register for the Viking 5K by 12/25/25 will be guaranteed a t-shirt in your preferred size.

Over $7,000 Awarded in Fall Grants

We received a record number of grant requests this Fall. The ongoing support of our sponsors and donors allowed us to fulfill requests for the Social Studies Department, Visual Arts, Band, Cultural Arts, and Engineering! We’re thrilled to support such a wide variety of students and staff! Grant season has opened again, and we hope to fulfill more grant requests this Spring!

Student Support Prioritized for ‘25-26 

The Lakeside Foundation Board voted unanimously to allocate $8,275 to support LHS students in need. Funding will allow our volunteers to purchase necessary items for the Lakeside Care Closet, such as school supplies, clothing, food, toiletries, and feminine hygiene products. Additionally, the Foundation will provide grocery store gift cards to be distributed by the school social worker to students facing food insecurity during school breaks. Thank you to all past donors for helping us support our students in need. You can help us continue this effort by clicking the yellow donate button and selecting care Closet/Food Aid. All donations are tax deductible. If you would prefer to donate items, our volunteers post Amazon Wish Lists in the PTSA newsletter throughout the school year. Thanks for your support! 

Welcome New Instructional Staff

The tradition of welcoming new instructional staff at LHS continues. The Lakeside Foundation presented 26 individuals with gift cards to purchase items for their classrooms. We are delighted to introduce these instructional staff members to the Foundation and make them aware of the work we do to provide grants for classroom materials and instructional curriculum. Their success = student success!