LVES WEEKLY
2019-2020 Parent Newsletter
April 9, 2020 - Issue #31
Happy Easter Vikings!
Field Trip Week Recap
Click on the link below for tomorrow's adventure:
https://accessmars.withgoogle.com/
We have another week of fun activities lined up, and the theme is Scavenger Hunt! Check out the daily scavenger hunts below:
GT Students Show Gratitude and Kindness
Distance Learning Plans - Part 2
Distance Learning Grading
While providing feedback to our students and progress monitoring their performance will not change, some of our grading guidelines will have to be amended during this time. As mentioned, we will take one grade per teacher/subject per week for TEKS-based courses. In order to receive a passing grade for the 4th nine weeks, students are expected to complete and submit each weekly assignment and meet grade-level standards. And, as always, a student's final grade in a course is the determination of the classroom teacher and must be based upon performance on assignments and assessments designed to evaluate students' master of the TEKS. [See Policy EIA(LEGAL)]
Grading for Grades PK-1
Grading for early childhood students will remain skills-based, though our paper-based report card system is presenting some challenges currently. We are working on ways to get feedback to parents for the 3rd nine weeks.
Nine Weeks Grading for Grades 2-12
Although assignments in grades 2-12 will continue to receive numeric grades, course grades for the 4th nine weeks will move to a Pass/Fail system. As such, grading for the 4th nine weeks will have three options:
I - INCOMPLETE (Will translate to a “0” if missing assignments are not submitted prior to May 15th).
P - PASS (100% in semester calculation, in accordance with weighted table)
F - FAIL (69% in semester calculation, in accordance with weighted table)
Retention and Promotion Standards
Lago Vista ISD's standards for grade-level retention and promotion will remain in effect, as outlined below.
- Promotion in Kindergarten - Grade 1: In kindergarten–grade 1, promotion to the next grade level shall be based on demonstrated proficiency in the language arts and mathematics essential knowledge and skills, as outlined on grade-level, skills-referenced reports cards. In addition, the District shall require satisfactory performance in all other subject areas. [See Policy EIE(LOCAL)]
- Promotion in Grades 2-8: In grades 2–8, promotion to the next grade level shall be based on an overall average of 70 on a scale of 100 based on course-level, grade-level standards (essential knowledge and skills) for all subject areas and a grade of 70 or above in three of the following areas: language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. [See Policy EIE(LOCAL)]
Additional Information About Distance Learning
Throughout this shift to online learning, Lago Vista ISD is committed to ensuring that we:
- Provide equitable activities for students with and without Internet access;
- Adjust lessons, resources, assignments, and grading for our 504, Special Education, and English Language Learner students;
- Meet the needs of students receiving special education services and students served under Section 504-Dyslexia by providing resources and remote instructional support;
- Review and ensure that students needing special services (such as 504, Special Education, LPAC) will be provided these services to the maximum extent possible;
- Check-in with your student(s) regularly;
- Adhere to policies, procedures, and expectations around teacher to student communication;
- Ensure the safety and security of students in the online environment, to the extent possible;
- Encourage parents to have their student(s) read for pleasure and journal write; and
- Encourage students to play/exercise to help keep their minds and bodies relaxed and healthy.
PK/Kindergarten Round-Up - POSTPONED
Yearbook Order Deadline is EXTENDED until April 13!
Yearbooks are still available to order!!
Website: https://LagoVistaYearbook.picaboo.com
Passcode: Lago2019
Deadline: April 13, 2020
A new feature this year is the ability to add personalized pages to your child’s yearbook. These pages will only be in the yearbook you order.
Don’t forget to submit your pictures to the Facebook page or by email.
Yearbook 2019-2020 Lago Vista Elementary
TxConnect is Now Ascender
ASCENDER has taken over with a few changes.
- The app for your cell phone no longer works. The company is working on creating another one.
- Until the app is created, you must go through the district website. www.lagovistaisd.net
- On the Main Page, go to Parent Connection, halfway down the page on the left.
- On new page, scroll down about halfway, look for Keeping Track of Grades. You will then click on the ASCENDER link.
- Log in like you normally did with TxConnect.
- If you have any questions or trouble, please call 512-267-8300 #2503.
2020-2021 academic calendar now available!
Lago Vista Elementary Facebook
Need Assistance
Marcy Kuske, Administrative Assistant
marcella_kuske@lagovista.txed.net
Registration and Attendance:
Christine Harris, Registrar/Attendance Clerk
christine_harris@lagovista.txed.net
Student Emotional Support:
Amy Sexton, Counselor
http://classroom.lagovistaisd.net/default.aspx?Counselor/Home
Student Health:
Tara Roberts, School Nurse
tara_roberts@lagovista.txed.net
Discipline and School Improvement:
Michelle Jackson, Principal
michelle_jackson@lagovista.txed.net
Missy Howard, Assistant Principal