Lester Park School Newsletter - #8
October 6, 2022
Hello Lester Park Families!
We have a lot of events going on the next couple of months. We have some listed below, but you can find even more details and events (such as field trips) on our school calendar here https://www.isd709.org/lester-park-elementary/calendar/monthly/2022/10 and also on our website on the menu bar.
When you click on the event itself, you may find more information such as more specific time information, etc.
~ Tracy Thompson & Brianna Solberg, Your Friendly Faces at the Front Desk
Upcoming Dates:
Oct 11-13 Book Fair (information below)
Oct 13...Apple Crunch Day
Oct 19...School Spirit Day (Flannel/Plaid day)
Oct 20-21...No School (MEA)
Nov 7...No School (Staff Development)
Nov 9...Picture Retake Day
Nov 24-25...No School (Thanksgiving)
School calendar can be found on our website or by clicking HERE
A HUGE thank you from Tracy in the office!
Lester Park School Family Climate Survey
All your responses are completely anonymous. We have no way to connect you to your answers, and results will only be reported as group responses. There are no right or wrong answers. We just want to know about your personal experiences.
As you respond to each item, think about your own personal experiences as a parent or caregiver at your child’s school. Please answer all items, or your answers won't count. This survey should take approximately 10 minutes. Please complete the form by Wed, Oct 19.
Family Lester Park School Climate Survey
Thank you for your time and participation!
Parent Teacher Conferences
Our main two conference dates are October 11 & 13. Teachers will also have a third day of conferences.
Specialists with Conference Sign Ups:
For Mr. Logan Kerkhof, Art Teacher, click here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DAEAA2FA7F8C61-fall
For Mrs. Kelsey Bryant, PhyEd Teacher, click here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f4ea5a923aaffce9-lppeconferences
For Mrs. Colleen Knettel, Media/Library Specialist, click here:
Some helpful reminders...
I know these are kind of a bummer, but unfortunately they are district policies:
- Students are only able to ride buses that they are assigned too. They are not able to ride with a friend on a different bus.
- Family members are not allowed to join their child for lunch in the cafeteria or at recess.
- Birthday invitations may not be handed out in classrooms unless the whole class is invited. Very soon, the PTA will be working on an optional online form that will help collect household information for parents to use for invitations, etc.
Lots of news from the PTA
The Book Fair is coming and we need volunteers to make it a success! We've added after school hours during conferences. Even if you can only commit to a partial shift we really appreciate it, sign up for a shift here. Bring the kids along to help for after school shifts
Can't help out with the book fair? Teacher Appreciation PotLuck is October 11th and 13th. Pick up something off the list for teacher meals during conferences, sign up here!
It's PTA membership drive time!! What does that mean? It means the classroom that gets the most memberships wins an extra recess with Mrs. Cawcutt! Win win for everyone!! The PTA is a volunteer organization within Lester Park.
Supports school activities, book fair, science night, family craft night, coordinates meals for conferences and more.
Wellness Council - Walk & Bike to school day, Apple Crunch and Green Day.
Our meetings provide a forum to openly discuss questions/concerns & provide education on certain topics.
Everyone is welcome to attend the 3-4 board meetings a school year. Sign up for monthly PTA emails ptalp709@gmail.com and/or follow us on Facebook-@LesterParkmnPTA. Join the PTA $15 individual/$20 family
Sign up online https://lesterparkpta.memberhub.com/store
Or make a check payable to Lester Park PTA.
Mark your calendar for the next spirit day- Flannel/plaid day! Show off your favorite plaid or flannel Oct 19th.
We want your input! Fill out the survey on the PTA, takes less than 2 min. Take survey here!
Grandparents' Day
Covid reminder:
If your child tests positive for Covid...
* fill out the Covid reporting form HERE (also on our school homepage)
* Call the attendance line or email lesterattendance@isd709.org and state COVID and the first absent day. You do not need to call in every day after that.
* Your child will need to be absent for 5 days. The test day is DAY 0. Your child can come back to school on Day 6.
* A mask is required for DAYS 6-10, if they are feeling better and back in school.
If you have questions please call the health office 336-8875 ext. 2654 or ext. 2522.
Community Flyers
Lakeside/Lester Park Community Club
Rummage Sale: Oct 7-9 & 14-15
More information HERE
Look at Lakeside Newsletter Oct/Nov 2022 edition
Gitchi Gummi Soccer
Registration is now open. Competitive soccer teams from ages 8-18. Kickarounds and assessments in October. Seasons begin in March.
More information HERE.
ABOUT US
ISD709 School District Update Center
Email: tracy.thompson@isd709.org
Website: https://www.isd709.org/lester-park-elementary
Location: 5300 Glenwood Street, Duluth, MN 55804, USA
Phone: (218) 336-8875
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lester-Park-Elementary-1900216436910729