The Lion’s Roar Home of the Lions
Week of February 21, 2020
Every Day, Every Child, Whatever It Takes
At Lakeside Elementary our mission is to provide diverse opportunities for learning as appropriate for each student to become productive members of society.
Mrs. Smith’s Snapchat…
Hello Lakeside Parents and Guardians,
Our 3rd graders will begin IREAD-3 testing on Monday, March 16. It is absolutely critical for 3rd graders to be present for each session of the IREAD-3 test on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of that week. There are no make-ups after Friday, March 15. If a student misses all or any portion of the test by the end of that week, they will automatically have to attend the IREAD-3 summer session and take the assessment again.
Thank you for your continued support!
Mrs. Smith
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LAKESIDE FAMILY CARNIVAL
Book Fair
SKATING PARTY.
IREAD-3
Tardy Bell
Just a reminder that our late bell rings at 8:05. Students that arrive at school after 8:05 are counted as Tardy. Every minute that a child is in school is important to her learning. When he/she is tardy, they face the challenge of trying to settle in and catch up with what other students are doing. He/She is behind and has to struggle to understand the material the teacher has already explained. Being late is detrimental to their learning, especially if it occurs on a consistent basis.
ILEARN Parent Information (Grades 3 and 4)
Free Local Event for Young Men ages 10-18!
Cold Weather
It seems that Winter has arrived! As temperatures continue to drop please make sure that your student(s) have proper winter wear. If we can be of any assistance in helping make sure your student has access to a winter coat, hat, gloves, etc. please contact the school office at 317-532-2850 and ask to speak with our school counselor Mrs. Brown, or our Dean Mrs. Aldrich.
School Board and School policy encourage outdoor recess for our K-4 students whenever possible to encourage activity and social playtime. Our threshold for cold weather is 20 degrees. When the temperature falls below 20, students will have recess indoors. The 20 degree temperature would also include wind chill. In other words, if the temperature is 25 but the windchill falls below 20 degrees, students would remain indoors for recess. If students are not feeling well or a parent wants them to stay in for health reasons beyond 1-2 days, a doctor's note is required.
MSD WARREN TOWNSHIP'S HIGH ABILITY PROGRAM
Counselor's Corner
My name is Kristen Mitchell and I am the school counselor here at Lakeside. I was teaching first grade here previously so you may recognize me. My role is to help add to your child's social, emotional, and academic success. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any concerns about your child's development in any of these areas. My email is kmitchel@warren.k12.in.us and my phone number is 532-2880.
Elementary School Counselors provide education, prevention, and intervention activities through school-wide initiatives, classroom lessons, small groups and individual counseling. Counselors assist students in their academic, career and social/emotional development and provide support to students during times of transition or heightened stress. As a resource to staff and parents, counselors assist in identifying children's academic and social/emotional needs. Counselors may also provide referrals for additional community support services.
A typical day for our elementary school counselor might include the following:
Classroom lesson on social skills
An intervention assisting a small group of third-grade students with organizational skills
Collaboration with a grade-level team review of academic and behavioral data
Facilitating conflict resolution between students
Organizing career exploration activities for teachers to use in the classroom
Parent conference to address academic concerns
Small group intervention activity in anger management
Individual counseling for students dealing with emotions relating to stress or significant life events
YMCA
Click the link below to get more information on signing up your student for before and/or after YMCA care at Lakeside! https://indymca.org/youth-development-center/
Role Models Needed! Now hiring for YMCA Before and After School Care across Indianapolis! Apply today! https://indymca.org/jobs/
New Warren Website and App!
Warren Township School District has a new app and website! The purpose of the app and website is to provide regular updates through the live feed, district news, and district events sections as well as other important district information. The app includes easy access to the weekly breakfast and lunch menu, staff contacts, district documents, bullying, and safety reporting form, and much much more. The Warren app can be downloaded at the Apple and Android App Store. Stay informed and download the app today. The district website is www.warren.k12.in.us.
Physical Education
Students should wear athletic shoes on PE days. When in the Art, Music, PE rotation students will have PE class the next school day after music. Students will also have PE after each STEM week is completed. Students are being coached on this routine. Please assist them in being prepared for PE days.
Attendance Calls
Background Checks
Attendance Matters, Facts Matters, Information Matters
1. Absenteeism and its ill effects start early. One in 10 kindergarten and first-grade students are chronically absent. Read more...
2. Poor attendance can influence whether children read proficiently by the end of third grade or be held back. Read more...
3. Research shows that missing 10 percent of the school, or about 18 days in most school districts, negatively affects a student’s academic performance. That’s just two days a month and that’s known as chronic absence. Read more...
4. When students improve their attendance rates, they improve their academic prospects and chances for graduating. Read more...
Don't Wreck the Tech!
Click below to download information on student iPad and Chromebook device damage procedures. This can also be found on our school website.
Lunch Time Reminders
We have special seating next to our Café in our LGI room for parents to enjoy lunch with their child/children. Due to allergies and student safety, you may only eat lunch with your child/children. Students may not invite friends to eat with them while visiting with their parents. Guests must be on the child's emergency contact form. Following our School Visitor Policy, guests are not permitted to visit classrooms in the building during this time. Thank you and enjoy time with your child!
2019/2020 Pesticide Notification Registry
NEW SCHOOL HOURS FOR 2019/2020 SCHOOL YEAR
Three Tier Busing - School Start Times
Beginning in the 2019-20 school year, Warren will be implementing a three tier transportation schedule. As a result, there are new school start times for our students. These changes will allow us to provide a safer and more efficient transportation experience for our students. More information will be available on our website and at registration in July.
High School (9-12) - 7:15AM - 2:20PM
Elementary School (K-4) - 8:05AM - 3:05PM
Intermediate/Middle School (5-8) - 8:55AM - 3:55PM
Warren Early Childhood Center & Renaissance - 8:55AM - 3:55PM
Additional Updates and Information
- Lunch: Just a reminder that ALL students will receive FREE breakfast and Lunch this school year!
- Birthday Treat Policy: All MSD Warren Schools have aligned their birthday celebration policies to the district’s wellness policy. As part of our efforts towards health and wellness, we follow a “no birthday treats” guideline.
- Visitors Background Checks: Volunteers must have a valid background check on file in the front office as well as be included on a students emergency contact form for any type of school volunteer opportunities. If you would like to complete this process or have any questions please stop by our front office.
- Student Absences: If your child is ill and will not be at school, please call the front office at 532-2850 to report his/her absence. Please call and report if your child will be arriving late to school due to a doctor’s appointment. Doing so helps us to know that your child is safe and with you.
Join your Lakeside Family for “Wind Down Wednesday”
2. Check in to Facebook Live on our official Facebook page every Wednesday @ 8:00 pm
3. Listen to Mrs. Hoppes and other staff members read you a bedtime store live “SEE” you next Wednesday
HEALTHY CELEBRATIONS
While we love to celebrate, please remember that there is a “no birthday treats “ guideline. To access fun and helpful resources for healthy celebration ideas please visit the district wellness policy by clicking on this link. Also, note that no birthday invitations are allowed to be distributed at school. It is school policy.
CAR RIDERS/DAYCARE Student Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures
We ask that our parents follow these guidelines to ensure that every student has a safe arrival and dismissal:
All students will be required to be dropped off and picked up through the car rider line to maintain safety standards. Parking at the front and East end of the building and walking children to and from the entrances will not be allowed. We want to prevent children and adults walking through the path of cars or buses on the property at any time.
Staff members will be present outside beginning at 7:55 a.m. each morning for student drop-off. Please do not release your children until a staff member signals the beginning of our process. Students will not be counted tardy until 8:05 a.m. Our afternoon pick-up procedures will begin at 3:00 p.m. If you are in a hurry, you are encouraged to be at or near the front of the line. We will implement our dismissal procedures as quickly and safely as possible for all.
Thank you very much for your support with helping ensure Lakeside maintains safety as our priority during our student entrance and dismissal each day!
DON’T FORGET TO PICK UP YOUR CAR RIDER SIGN IN THE FRONT OFFICE!!
SCHOOL DISTRICT PUBLICATIONS/ NEWS MEDIA USE FOR STUDENTS
Box Tops
PTA Meeting
PTA Memberships are $6.00 each. We hope you will consider joining our PTA if you haven’t already. For just $7, you can be part of this vital organization that sponsors numerous events for our students AND families throughout the year! We are looking forward to seeing you at our next up and coming PTA meetings on Tuesday, March 3rd.
Wellness Policy
In compliance with the district's wellness policy, please DO NOT send in a food item for your child's birthday. We encourage you to donate your child's favorite book to their classroom, arrange a time for a game or craft in the classroom, send in party hats for your students class or send in stickers or cards.
School Visits
Lunch Policy
If a student has a balance of $25.00 or higher, the student will be provided a choice of two alternate meals at a reduced rate of $0.50. Parents may check student account balances by using the link provided to the Lunch Parent Portal. Chartwell would like to remind all parents that breakfast is available to all students for free in the classroom in the morning.
Lakeside Elementary School
Email: jsmith6@warren.k12.in.us
Website: http://lakeside.warren.k12.in.us/
Location: 9601 East 21st Street, Indianapolis, IN 46229, USA
Phone: 317-532-2850
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LakesideLionsDen/
Twitter: @Lakeside_Lions