Class of 2027 Resource and Information Hub
First Day and First Week of School Resources and Information
Important Information and Reminders: Student Schedules
- Student schedules are viewable in Aspen (for students) and Parent Portal (for parents/guardians)
- Schedules are accessible through aspen.cps.edu
- Students should always follow their schedule in Aspen/Parent Portal
- Some student schedules have been updated/changed since Quick Start -- always follow your schedule in Aspen for the most up-to-date schedule
- <update> In an effort to encourage the use of Aspen/Parent Portal and to respect the environment, we will not have hard copies of schedules
- All students should access Aspen for their schedule; parents/guardians can also access their student's schedule in Aspen/Parent Portal
- Support will be available for students who do not have access -- support will be available at the entrance to both buildings (Freshman Building and Main Building)
- Tip from upper class students (seniors and juniors) at LP: Take a screenshot of your schedule in Aspen (from your cell phone), including room numbers
Submit Required Start of School Year Forms
- Thank you to families who have already completed and uploaded/submitted required start of school forms! These forms are incredibly important for school funding -- and to ensure that we have the most correct, up-to-date contact information for students
- Click here for required start of school year forms
- Click here to submit forms
Freshman Handbook and Bell Schedule
- Click here for a helpful Freshman Handbook!
- This handbook was put together by current and former students to help you navigate your first year at LP
- Click here the bell schedule
Tips for a Successful First Day and First Week
Arrival and Class Transition Map
- Review this map that shows entry locations for the Freshman Building and Main Building
- The map also shows routes for transitions between buildings, using door 8 to the Freshman Building and door 6 to the Main Building
Supplies for the First Week of School
- Individual teachers will share supply lists for their classes during the first week of school
- As a starting point for the first few days of school, we suggest bringing the following items to school each day:
- A fully-charged device (personal laptop or CPS-issued Chromebook)
- Laptop charger
- Writing Utensils (Pens, Pencils, Highlighters, etc…)
- Notebooks
- Folders
- Calculator
- (optional, but encouraged) Water bottle
- During the first week of school, all freshmen will receive a planner to help them stay organized!
- The planner has a calendar and tips and suggestions to help you stay organized and have a successful freshman year!
Lockers
- Lockers will be available to freshmen the first week of school
- Additional information will be shared during the first week of school
CPS Email Account Reset/Password Support
- Click here to reset your CPS student password/account
- Students should enter their CPS username
- For additional support with student passwords and account reset options, click here
Counselor Assignments
- All freshmen/first year students at LP have an assigned counselor
- Counselor assignments will be shared with students and families in the very near future
Breakfast
- All students are provided free breakfast in the Cafeteria
- Breakfast is available in both buildings starting at 7:30 a.m.
Lunch
- Your lunch period is determined by your schedule
- All students are provided free lunch in the Cafeteria
- There are two Cafeterias at LP: the Freshman Building Cafeteria and the Main Building Cafeteria, review the maps for more information
- All freshmen will eat lunch in the FB Cafeteria
- Please note
- Freshmen are not allowed off-campus lunch, they must remain on campus for lunch
- Ordering food to be delivered to LP is not allowed and will be refused
Student IDs and Ventra Cards
- Thanks to everyone who took their ID picture at Quick Start!
- If you did not take your ID picture at Quick Start, visit the Library (in the Main Building) during lunches (starting August 21) to take your picture
- Remember: Student IDs also serve as Ventra cards for the CTA!
- Students receive discounted fares when using your student ID on the CTA
- For students who took their ID picture during Quick Start, we anticipate Student IDs/Ventra cards to be ready for distribution during the end of the first week of school
- All other IDs should arrive about one week after you take your picture
- IDs will be delivered to students through one of your teachers
Missed Quick Start? Need your ID Picture Taken or a Chromebook?
- If you did not attend Quick Start, stop by the Library (in the Main Building) during your lunch period to have your ID picture taken
- Once you take your ID picture, it takes about one week IDs to arrive; when IDs arrive they will be distributed through one of your teachers
- Chromebooks will also be distributed in the Library during your lunch period -- look for signs in the Freshman Building with more information!
LPHS Wall Calendar
- Click here for a LP-specific calendar for the upcoming school year