Thursday Exchange Newsletter
January 18, 2018
Life School Red Oak
469-518-2812 to receive school updates.
Email: yvonne.horton@lifeschools.net
Website: lifeschools.net
Location: 777 South Interstate 35 East Service Road, Red Oak, TX, United States
Phone: 469-552-9200
Calendar Of Events:
January 22 -26: College & Career Week
January 23 - 30: Grade Level Spelling Bees
January 25: Leadership Breakfast @ 8:30
January 26: Birthday Friday/ $1 Jean Day
January 26: Re-Enrollment Begins
From the Principal:
Our weather seems to change each and every day! Please make sure your students are dressed appropriately for the weather--send winter coats, hats, gloves, etc--if the weather calls for it. Our students move about all areas of campus each day and sometimes those items may be necessary!
Our Spring Fundraiser with Big Kahuna is starting soon. Look for more information in the next couple of weeks.
Have a great weekend!
Leadership Breakfast:
Join Life School district leaders at your child's campus Leadership Breakfast to hear about updates and plans. There will be time to ask questions and visit one-on-one.
Receive Parenting Points for attending one Leadership Breakfast per semester. When you sign in, include your child's name and campus.
RSVP Today: https://goo.gl/forms/yJREsrakYjcWdejj1
From Our Yearbook Staff:
LAST CHANCE YEARBOOK SALE
The last day to order your 2018 LIFE SCHOOL OF RED OAK yearbook is Friday, February 2nd at 9AM. We WILL NOT be ordering any extra copies for May delivery! You can get an order form from the front office or go online and order your yearbook that way! Yearbooks are $35.
To order, visit: https://tinyurl.com/LSROyearbook
From Our Counselor:
Remember to be studying for the spelling bee. Below are the dates for the grade level spelling bee. If your student advances to the grade level spelling bee, you be notified so that you can attend! Good luck to all students as they prepare for the classroom and grade level spelling bees!
Kindergarten Spelling Bee- Jan 30th at 10:50
1st Grade Spelling Bee- Jan 23rd at 2:15
2nd Grade Spelling Bee- Jan 30th at 8:35
3rd Grade Spelling Bee- Jan 30th at 12:15
4-6th Grade Spelling Bee- Jan 26th at 8:30
College and Career Week- Jan 22-26th
Monday- LSRO Spirit Day- "The Importance of Education Starts Here"- Wear your favorite LSRO shirt!
Tuesday-"Education Makes my Future Bright!"- Wear a bright shirt and socks!
Wednesday- "Hats off to a great future!"- Wear a hat!
Thursday- College Spirit Day- Wear your favorite college shirts.
Friday- Career Day- Dress as your future career!
Parents, you are welcome to come and speak to your child class on January 24th about college and your career. If you are interested in coming, you can contact either your students teacher or the counselor at katie.ostrander@lifeschools.net . We look forward to seeing all of you and hearing about your career!!
From Our Nurse: 6th Grade Student Spinal Screening Notification
Dear Parent/Guardian:
This school’s Health Services will be conducting spinal screenings on February 1st-2nd, 2018. The purpose of spinal screening is to detect the signs of abnormal curves of the spine at the earliest stage so that the need for treatment can be determined.
Scoliosis, a common spinal abnormality found in adolescents, is a sideways twisting of the spine. It is usually detected in children between 10 and 14 years of age. Kyphosis, sometimes called round back, is an exaggerated rounding of the upper back and is often confused with poor posture. Many cases of curvature of the spine are mild and require only ongoing observation by a physician when they are first diagnosed. Others can worsen as the child grows and may require active treatment such as bracing or surgery. Early treatment can prevent the development of a severe deformity, which can affect a person's health and appearance.
The procedure for screening is simple. Screeners who have been specially trained will look at your child's back while s/he stands and then bends forward. For this examination, boys and girls will be screened separately and individually. Boys will wear gym shorts and remove their shirts. Girls are requested to wear a halter-top and shorts, or a smock will be provided. Parents will be notified of the results of the screening ONLY if a second professional opinion is advisable. This screening procedure does not replace your child's need for regular health care and check-ups.
According to state law, ALL students in grades six (6) and nine (9) are required to be screened. If, for religious reasons, you do not wish to have your child screened, you are required to fill out the EXEMPTION: SPINAL SCREENING FOR RELIGIOUS REASONS form, have it notarized, and return it to the school nurse on or before the day of the screening. Students who do not present a signed, notarized form will be screened.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Thank you,
Wendy Santos RN