It is available HERE

https://www.lanetech.org/freshmen/

Lane does not offer block scheduling. Block scheduling will reduce the number of electives that are offered in HALF. Kids come to Lane to get access to the electives and complete set of AP classes.

They take 7 classes. PE/Health, Math, World Language, AP Human Geography, English, Biology , and then one elective. The elective is usually an art/performing arts class or computer science class.

If you are unable to pay the Standard Fee, you can apply for a waiver of instructional fees when completing the Family Income Information Form.

Yes, we suggest buying multiple sets of t-shirts and shorts if you can. Gym uniforms are purchased at Quick Start (Registration).

Yes.

Yes, normally at the beginning of second semester. Administration will let students know when this will begin.

Friends of Lane (FOL) replaced PTA/PTSA. FOL fundraises independently and assists the school as needed.

Final schedule with times and classes are given at Quick Start (Registration).

Quick Start is student registration days at Lane. They receive their schedule and books.

Students are encouraged to attend independently. FOL has a welcome tent for parenst to socialize and ask questions.

Free Proud Lane Parent yard signs are available at the Lane Tech Spirit Store.

Open times are during New Student Meet & Greet Nights, Tuesdays from 3 - 4:30 pm and Fridays from 10:00 am - 1:30 pm.

All students will be assigned a CPS issued Chrome book for the duration fo their time at Lane Tech. Personal devices are not allowed for school work.

There is no official curriculum but there are various clubs and activities that caters to this.

Yes, your child will be assigned a councelor who will remain the same for all 4 years.

School starts at 8:00 AM and ends at 3:15 PM.

Yes, they are assigned a single use locker.

Yes, Drivers Ed is a requirement during sophomore year. Students will be assigned a semester based on birth date. Lane Tech has its own Drivers Ed facility and track.

Yes, students can apply for a Ventra card during Quick Start and they will receive it during the first or second week of school.

Yes, currently breakfast and lunch are free to all CPS students.

Yes, there normally is summer homework. Check the Lane Tech freshmen page for all updates HERE

Cell Phone Policy

Use of cell phones in the building during school hours is strictly prohibited to texting or screen viewing during non-classroom times. Students may use their cell phones for instructional purposes in the classroom at the discretion of the classroom teacher. This does not include charging phones during class time. Students must wear their ID while using a cell phone. Students are not allowed to use cell phones on their way to the washroom during a class period. No students may talk on their phones in the building until after 8th period. Phones must be kept on silent. Students in violation of the cell phone policy will be disciplined. The first violation will result in confiscation of the cell phone. Student can pick up phone during their lunch period or after school in Room 118. A second violation of the cell phone policy will result in an out-of-school suspension. Cell phone usage in the building and all privileges related to cell phone use are only available to students whose cell phone numbers are on file with the discipline office and administration.

THE CELL PHONE POLICY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME IF THE ADMINISTRATION DEEMS IT IN THE BEST INTERESTS OF THE SCHOOL.