The Lake Ridge Bridge
May 15, 2021
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From the Principal
Hopefully this message finds you well and in good spirits. Monday was a regular day for us, and the rest of the week consisted of a modified schedule. Thanks a bunch to our families for your flexibility and understanding that you all exhibited. The district's decision to only have those testing on campus allowed us to provide a safe, secure testing environment. It was a joy to see some scholars in person who we have not had to opportunity to see this school year. We hope that traditional instruction scholars who were home were able to engage in the asynchronous instruction that was scheduled.
While the majority of scholars were home, our scholars serviced in ECSE and SKILL continued with their traditional instruction, and we appreciate them and their teachers for their flexibility as well. As a way to have a great outlet at the end of the week, our ECSE and SKILL took part in a Fun Splash Day that allowed them to play with bubbles and various water toys.
This week, we look forward to resuming our regular schedule of learning. The district will recognize Families First Week, and a culminating activity will be the CHISD Talent Show. We invite our Lake Ridge family to tune in virtually this Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. via the CHISD YouTube channel or Facebook page as we cheer on Carlos F. and Syndnie W.; both are 4th graders, and we look forward to them representing and sharing their talents. In the following edition of "The Lake Ridge Bridge", we will share pictures from the talent show highlighting them and their talents.
Many parents were focused on STAAR testing and various arrangements this week and did not have an opportunity to review the teacher experiences. PTA has moved the virtual date auction to Monday, May 17, 2021. The virtual auction will begin at 6:00 p.m. on May 17th and end at 7:30 p.m. on May 18th. PTA will notify staff members of the winners for each teacher experience the evening of May 18th. Teachers and staff members will contact a parent of the winning scholar(s) after notified to confirm the date and time of the experience. You can contact Counselor Johnson or Mrs. Williams, our PTA President, for questions or concerns.
We also have end of year NWEA/MAP assessments since we are nearing the end of the 2020-2021 school year. Once official dates are solidified, we will share that with families. Remember that traditional instruction and online flex learning scholars should participate in each respective assessment that they are scheduled to take.
Parents are reminded to send scholars to school with a refillable water bottle and a face mask daily.
Be sure to keep the following dates(s) in mind:
May 17: Library Books Due
May 17-21: Families First Week
May 18: NEHS Silent Teacher Date Auction
May 20: CHISD Talent Show at 6:00 p.m. (CHISD YouTube or Facebook)
Read on below to find out about upcoming events, news from The Counselor's Corner, and other helpful resources and links.
Always remember that "The Race for Excellence has No Finish Line."
Question for You to Pose to Your Child: What can I do to make sure that you finish the year strong with these few weeks remaining?
Principal McCullum
#LRENoFinishLine
#LakeRidgeNation
#LakeRidgeMontessori
#GraceChangesEverything
Scenes from the Week
Game Winners
Upcoming Events
The Counselor's Corner
Teacher Auction
Many parents were focused on STAAR testing this week and did not have an opportunity to review teacher experiences. PTA has moved the virtual auction to Monday, May 17th. The virtual auction will begin at 6:00 p.m. on May 17th and end at 7:30 p.m. on May 18th.
PTA will notify staff members of the winners for each teacher experience the evening of May 18th. Teachers and staff members will contact a parent of the winning scholar(s) after notified to confirm the date and time of the experience. You can contact Counselor Johnson or Mrs. Williams, our PTA President, for questions or concerns.
May Guidance
Core Curriculum: Career Awareness & CCMR
Guidance Topic: Goal Setting
Counseling Request: LRE Counseling Request Form
Attendance
Attendance Incentives
Attendance Measures for Traditional Instruction Learning
- Teachers will take attendance at the scheduled time during the instructional day.
Attendance Measures for Online Flex Learning
Daily Engagement Measures:
Daily Bell Ringer
Phone Contact with Scholar
Email Exchange with Scholar
Engagement in Schoology on any combination of assignments for the course
Interaction with scholar’s counselor and/or campus administrator
For your child to receive attendance, aim for the following:
Daily Bellringer(s) Completed
Assignments Completed by 3:00 p.m.
Assignments Completed by 11:59 p.m.
There will be a generated phone call by the district's system at 6:00 p.m. if your child has not participated in a daily engagement measure to be counted present for the day. This will serve as a reminder to do so by 11:59 p.m..
Important Information
Instructional Technology Resources
For all handbooks, guides, and resources pertaining to instructional technology/scholar devices, visit the website below for the most up to date links:
WIFI Assistance
SPECTRUM PUBLIC WI-FI
Connecting as a Spectrum Internet Customer
To connect to Spectrum WiFi as a Spectrum Internet or Spectrum Mobile customer:
- Enable WiFi on your mobile device.
- Select a SpectrumWiFi network from the list of available networks.
- Enter your Spectrum Username and Password.
- Review the Terms & Conditions, and then select Sign In to accept.
- Enter a nickname for your device to sign in automatically in the future.
- Select Continue to connect to the Spectrum WiFi network.
Note: When signing in to SpectrumWiFi for the first time, you’ll be asked to verify your secure profile (certificate).
To Get 2-Hours of Free Spectrum WiFi Access
To connect to Spectrum WiFi as a non-Spectrum Internet or non-Spectrum Mobile customer:
- Enable WiFi on your mobile device.
- Select CedarHill_WiFi from the list of available networks.
- Open your web browser, which displays the sign-in screen.
- Review and agree to the Terms & Conditions.
- Select Connect to join the Spectrum WiFi network.
Public WIFI In Cedar Hill
Below is the list of current Public Wi-Fi spots that are available from Spectrum for students to potentially use if/when needed.
Zula B. Wylie Public Library
225 Cedar Street
Alan Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center
310 e. Parkerville Rd
Community Center Park
1740 Mansfield Road
Valley Ridge Park
2851 Park Ridge Dr
Crawford Park
401 Straus Road
Cedar Hill City Hall
285 Uptown Blvd
Parental Involvement
PTA Updates
PTA's Website
https://www.lakeridgeelempta.org/
Join/Pay Online
https://lake-ridge-elementary-pta.square.site/
Executive Board:
President: Denishea Williams
Vice President: Megan Micheli
Secretary: Kristi Lacy
Treasurer: She'Anka-Marie Johnson
Popular Links
Meaningful May/Self-Care
Have a Concern?
All concerns are encouraged to be addressed at the lowest level possible first in an effort to resolve the matter using the steps below:
Step One: Contact the teacher, and have a conference.
Step Two: Contact the Assistant Principal (all discipline issues) or Counselor (mental health/academic advisement).
Step Three: Contact the Principal (if a school-wide concern, this becomes step one).
When emailing or calling the Main Office, it is helpful to provide details so that the call is directed to the correct individual.
Upcoming Activities/Events
May 17: Library Books Due
May 17-21: Families First Week
May 18: Virtual General PTA Meeting (Elections) at 6:00 p.m.
May 18: NEHS Silent Teacher Date Auction
May 20: CHISD Talent Show at 6:00 p.m. (CHISD YouTube or Facebook)
- May 31: Memorial Day/No School
- June 1: Rescheduled General PTA Meeting/Elections at 6:00 p.m.
- June 4: Field Day (no volunteers)
June 8: Last Day for Scholars/Early Release at 12:00 p.m.
Ms. McCullum, Principal
marquita.mccullum@chisd.netDr. Washington, Assistant Principal
emily.washington@chisd.netMrs. Johnson, Counselor
rashonda.johnson@chisd.netLake Ridge Elementary
Email: marquita.mccullum@chisd.net
Website: http://www.chisd.net/lre
Location: 1020 Lake Ridge Parkway, Cedar Hill, TX, United States
Phone: (972) 293-4501
Twitter: @LRELonghorns