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LCM Families,
This week our student council is running a Ronald McDonal House Donation drive. They have been meeting, discussing, and creating information to support a local non-profit charity. Huge shout out to LCM's Student Council Members & Coordinators Jade Machado and Brittney Loose! Please see additional information below.
Thank you families that are pulling all the way forward in the drop off lanes! This is helping with more efficient pick-up and drop-off wait times and congestion. ALL cars should be making a RIGHT turn out of the LCM parking lot. Please be cognizant of our staff trying to enter the parking lot and finding a space to park in the AM. On the Daily-teachers are not able to enter the parking lot in the appropriate time needed.
LCM Traffic Etiquette
- Pull all the way forward when dropping off or picking up student in LCM parking lot (Staff members need the opportunity to enter the parking lot & park).
- When exiting the lot, ALL vehicles must turn RIGHT.
- Do not park in RED zones at anytime.
- Use cross walks at all times. Refrain from walking through the staff parking lot.
- Cars should not park in the waiting line too early as staff members are trying to enter the parking lot and arrive on time.
⏰ Tardy Reminder ⏰
With less than two months of the 23-24 school year to go, let's remember that arriving on time to school helps set the stage for a successful day and positive habits. Please try your best to have your child at school on time. Gates open at the following times:
TK: 8 AM/11:35 AM
K-5th: 8:15 AM
April 22-26: Student Council Donation Drive
LCM Student Council will be collecting new card games, decks of cards, crossword puzzle books, and word search books. Please consider donating to our local non-profit Ronald McDonald House Organization. Your child can bring item(s) to class which will be collected at the end of the week by LCM's student council members.
KICKBALL: Last Day to Register!
You're invited to the 2024 LCM Kickball Tournament on Wednesday, May 8th! All students are welcome to play (requires registration) or just come and watch the fun. Purchase tickets by tomorrow! Order here: https://www.lacostameadowspto.org/kickball
SPRING DANCE: Last Day to Register!
Join us for “A Night Under the Stars” at the LCM Spring dance on Friday, April 26th! This year’s dance will be held in the LCM MPR room, and we’ll also have food trucks available for dinner and dessert options. Every child must have an adult attend with them. TODAY is the last day to purchase! Order here: https://www.lacostameadowspto.org/dance
5TH GRADE PROMOTION: YARD SIGNS
The PTO has yard signs available for purchase if you would like to show the neighborhood your child's amazing accomplishment as a 5th Grade Graduate! Order before May 7th to take advantage of discounted pricing and delivery direct to the school. Signs will be available for pickup on May 24th at Flag Salute or after school. Order here: https://spirithero.com/collections/la-4
5TH GRADE PROMOTION PARTY
Interested in helping plan and/or volunteer at the 5th Grade Promotion party on June 4th? We have a parent committee started and we could use your help! Sign up here: https://www.lacostameadowspto.org/volunteer/126504
APRIL 24: STEAM NIGHT
Join us on Wednesday, April 24th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm for our second annual LCM Family STEAM Night! Students and their families will have the opportunity to engage in activities related to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. This is a free event, but for planning purposes, please click here to register.
APR 26: FLAG SALUTE
Join us on campus at 8:45 am for our all-school assembly to learn about the latest happenings at LCM and celebrate our children’s accomplishments! We’ll also have our PTO Coffee Cart available starting at 8:15 am along with healthy breakfast options and coffee for parents to purchase. 2/3/4/5 Grade student Musical Performances are POSTPONED!
MAY 3: SPELLING BEE
The annual LCM Spelling Bee returns Friday, May 3rd! Parents and families are welcome to come watch the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade Classroom Champions compete in the MPR/Cafeteria.
Bee times are as follows:
3rd - 10:30 AM
4th - 1:15 PM
5th - 9:00 AM
Hope you can BEE there!
SPRING CLEANING BOOK DONATION
Mrs. Rapo is collecting donations for the used book sale in May. Children's books preschool - 5th grade in gently used condition which can be dropped off directly to Mrs. Rapo in the LCM Library. Thank you!
MAY 6 -10TH: TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
Sunday, May 5th – Chalk the Walk! Family’s come out, bring your own chalk and write messages
to your favorite teachers and staff. Only on the sidewalks. No writing on the walls or benches.
Monday, May 6th – Give a Card Monday. Make a handmade card (or purchase one) and give it to your teacher.
Tuesday, May 7th – Snack Attack. Bring your teacher their favorite snacks and drinks!
Wednesday, May 8th – PTO Sponsored Luncheon. Families do not need to coordinate a lunch for their teachers or staff on this day.
Thursday, May 9th – Flower Power. Bring your teacher their favorite flower or plant to liven up
the classroom.
Friday, May 10th – Superhero Dress Up Day. Because our teachers are our heroes! (No props)
MAY 15: LCM ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP
Do you know an LCM alum that could benefit from our $500 LCM Alum Scholarship? Share this application link with them and have them apply! https://www.lacostameadowspto.org/alum
Open to any SMUSD high school graduating senior who is a La Costa Meadows Elementary Alum and will be attending a two or four year college or university. Applications are due to lcmptopresident@gmail.com by May 15th. Good luck!
May 13-21: 3rd-5th Grade CAASPP Testing
Please click on the link below with upcoming dates and information about the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress for students in grades 3-5.
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Contact Us
Principal: Lisann Selph
Assistant Principal: Traci Barnhill
Email: lisann.selph@smusd.org traci.barnhill@smusd.org
Website: https://lacostameadowselementary.smusd.org/
Location: 6889 El Fuerte Street, Carlsbad, CA, USA
Phone: (760) 290-2121
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LCMdolphinsSMUSD