Lake Wilderness Wildcats
October 2023 Edition
Dear Wildcat Families
Hello Families,
Welcome to October and the fun that fall brings! It was great to see all the smiles last week as we had individual pictures, our wildcats were dressed to impress! I'm looking forward to seeing any of you who are able to attend our PTSA meeting tomorrow at 6:00 in the library. Next Tuesday we are looking forward to our open house where teachers will welcome your family and you'll get important information on grade-level goals and ways to support your learner at home. We will also have the book fair open that evening in the gym.
Our PTSA is always in need of partnering with you- this book fair is one fun way to volunteer and help. Please see the book fair message below. Finally, back again this year is our PTSA-sponsored Trunk or Treat! Please watch for more information from them and below for more information love to see those creative trunks. As always thank you for your partnership and support of your learner!
Here is the schedule for the Open House evening events:
5:00-5:40 pm
- Pre, K, 2nd, 4th, PE, Future Ready, Art, MAP, Special Ed, and MLL
5:50-6:30 pm
- 1st, 3rd, 5th, PE, Music, STEM, and RAP
5:00-7:00 pm
- Book Fair will be open in the gym
With gratitude,
Melanie Ready
Principal
Wildcat Word for October 2-6, 2023
This Month we recognize and appreciate
Celebrating Our Custodians - for October 2
Your team is the heart of Lake Wilderness, and we appreciate everything you do for us day in and day out.
National Principals Month
Simple words can't convey how much Mrs. Ready champions for our school as well as makes sure everyone is remembering our focus, the hearts and minds of our learners.
Disabilities Awareness Month
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SAFETY REMINDERS: Morning Drop Off/Afternoon Pick Up
When parents park to drop off students in the morning, please remember to walk your student to the sidewalk…or better yet…use the crosswalk! Students need to be accompanied by an adult in the parking lot at all times.
Also, please refrain from lining up in our drop-off line prior to 8:00 am in the morning, and prior to 2:50 pm in the afternoon for pickup.
Thank you for helping to keep our Wildcats safe!
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Are you looking for advice on how to navigate technology with kids?
This website is a helpful guide for families on apps and tech that gives information, reviews, advice and recommendations for safe use on every app that kids are wanting to use. It also gives age recommendations for each app, as well as tools/tips for setting up parental controls to keep kids safe.
Check it out and look at the apps your kids are using or want to use. https://tahomasd.onlinesafetyhub.io/
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Harlem Wizards Basketball Game to Support Tahoma Schools Foundation
Did you know Tahoma Schools Foundation raises funds to benefit students and staff, as well as issues scholarships to graduating seniors? Their biggest fundraising event of the year is coming up on Friday, Oct. 6 when the Harlem Wizards basketball team comes to town! Enjoy a night of family fun at Tahoma High School (doors open at 6 PM; event starts at 7 PM) that benefits the Foundation and our students.
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets for the big night!
Open House is Coming to Lake Wilderness - Tuesday, October 10
Please join us at Lake Wilderness on October 10 from 5:00-6:30 PM to see all the learning we have done so far!
Please see the schedule:
- 5:00-5:40 pm Pre, K, 2nd, 4th, PE, Future Ready, Art, MAP, Special Ed, and MLL
- 5:50-6:30 pm 1st, 3rd, 5th, PE, Music, STEM, and RAP
The book fair will be open from 5:00-7:00 IN THE GYM
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Free/Reduced-Price Meals for Eligible Families: Apply Now
Families who meet certain income requirements through the Free/Reduced-Price Meal Program are eligible for free meals at school, as well as fee waivers for college applications and admissions tests, athletic programs, ASB fees and more.
All parents/guardians should have received a district email on Tuesday, August 15 with more information about free and reduced lunch. This information can also be found on our Nutrition Services webpage.
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October of Calendar of Events
News from the PTSA
PTSA Book Fair Information
Book Fair information:
The Book Fair is coming to LWES next week, from October 9 to October 17! Your student will visit during their Future Ready class, and if we have enough volunteers we can be open during Curriculum Night on October 10!
You can set up an eWallet for your student here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/how-ewallet-works.html?fairId=5385782
Volunteers please sign up at this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040C4DADA82CA7F85-44432033-fall#/
SAVE THE DATE - 11/2 Fundraiser Opportunity - Panda Express
LWES Spiritwear On Sale - 24/7
Dear Families,
Do you or your student(s) need new spirit wear? The official online store is gearing up for the upcoming year with a sale on some items. Please click on the link to access our vast array of options.
Smore ❤️ Back-to-School
Email: lwoffice@tahomasd.us
Website: https://lakewilderness.tahomasd.us/
Location: 24216 Witte Road Southeast, Maple Valley, WA, USA
Phone: 425-413-3500
8:40-3:20 - Monday through Thursday
8:40-1:20 - Fridays
The school office is open
8:00-4:10 - Monday through Thursday
8:00-3:20 - Friday
To reach us by email: lwoffice@tahomasd.us