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In response to a Councilmember's question, Superintendent Barnes reported that the district <br /> has approximately 4,800 students. He discussed enrollment trends, concluding that this <br /> number is expected to hold steady for a while. <br /> Councilmembers complimented the Superintendent on his plan and leadership to carry it out. <br /> LHS Academic Programming <br /> LHS Principal Walter reported to Council about the vast offering of academics and electives <br /> at LHS. He remarked that the school's goal is to meet the needs of all students. Its <br /> programming is designed to achieve this. Some of the offerings include: <br /> • 15 AP courses where students can earn college credit for successful completion of <br /> exams <br /> • College Credit Plus courses in partnership with Tri-C, LCC, and University of Akron <br /> • General college prep courses open to any student including electives in math, art, <br /> English and others subjects. <br /> • Westshore program —a partnership with industry leaders that offers students <br /> professional certifications <br /> • Alternative education - designed for students where the traditional path isn't working. <br /> Offering include off campus, online, and face to face instruction. <br /> Principal Walter reported out on some of the prestigious colleges where LHS graduates have <br /> attended. Graduates are also present in all branches of the military. <br /> Other <br /> Councilmember Litten reported on the City's recent effort to raise the age for sale of tobacco <br /> and nicotine products from 18 to 21. He offered to work together to help students avoid <br /> tobacco and nicotine. <br /> Principal Walter responded, noting that vaping is a huge problem among teens and that there <br /> has been a big increase in it. Traditionally students have been suspended for smoking but the <br /> administration is now exploring options such as education in place of suspension. He <br /> expressed appreciation for the City's legislative efforts. <br /> Councilmember Bullock credited the School Board for investing in the school buildings and <br /> for promoting diversity, noting that these efforts have contributed to Lakewood's <br /> renaissance. He noted that there are several large housing development proposals currently <br /> before the City and noted that this will affect the school district. He stated that in order to <br /> grow its population, the City will have to add housing units and different kinds of housing <br /> units. He reported on trends in the City's housing market. He asked the Board to weigh in on <br /> these proposed developments and their impact on the school district. <br /> 4 <br />