Lisbon Elementary
January 11, 2019
Lisbon Elementary School
Ms. LaShonne Wright, Assistant Principal
15901 Frederick Road
Woodbine, MD 21797
(410) 313-5506
(410) 313-5508 - Fax
les.hcpss.org
Important Dates to Remember
January
- 16 - Spelling Bee, 9:00 a.m.
- 17 - Gifted & Talented Orientation/Information at GMS, 5:30 p.m.
- 17 - Parent/Family Information Night at GMS, 6:30 p.m.
- 18 - PTA's Winter Bash, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
- 21 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, schools and offices closed
- 25 - School Spirit Day - College & Career
- 28 - Professional Work Day, schools close 3 hours early (12:10 p.m.)
February
- 4 - 4th Grade Visits Toby's, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
- 5 - Countywide Professional Learning Day, schools closed for students
- 6 - Report Cards sent home
- 7 - PTA Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
- 14 - Parent/Teacher Conferences, schools close 3 hours early (12:10 p.m.)
- 15 - Parent/Teacher Conferences, schools close 3 hours early (12:10 p.m.)
- 18 - Presidents' Day, schools and offices closed
- 19 - California Tortilla Fundraiser, 5:00-10:00 p.m.
- 22 - School Spirit Day - Pajama Day
From the Desk of the Principal
Happy New Year! Our students have jumped right back into routine and active learning! Their growth has been amazing and we are excited to have the next two weeks in the second quarter to continue learning together!
We would like to personally thank all of the families and students that so generously gave us holiday gifts and provided gifts to staff! Your thoughtfulness is much appreciated!
Road to Kindergarten 2019
In order to support families of children headed to kindergarten, the Office of Early Childhood Programs is pleased to announce the upcoming Road to Kindergarten informational workshops. Howard County families with children who will be five years old by September 1, 2019 are invited to come with questions and concerns pertaining to the kindergarten process.
The workshop offers information for the upcoming kindergarten year, such as kindergarten registration, school readiness and kindergarten curriculum. The three identical workshops will be presented at:
Oakland Mills High School - Wed. January 23, 2019 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Centennial High School - Thurs. January 24, 2019 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Hammond High School - Wed. January 30, 2019 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Choose one session (date & time) that is convenient for you. No pre-registration required. Childcare is available for children ages 2 and older.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. for child care sign-in; information sessions are from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Parent/Family Information Night at Glenwood Middle School
New Parent Orientation
School Cafeteria
Thursday, January 17, 2019 @ 6:30 p.m.
Please join us on Thursday, January 17 @ 6:30 p.m. for an information session on transitioning to middle school. Learn about the middle school program of studies and have an opportunity to ask questions regarding this benchmark in your child’s educational journey. Gifted and Talented Orientation/Information to begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Media Center.
Memory Book Cover Contest
LES needs your help designing the front cover of the 2018-2019 Memory Book.
This year’s theme is
Lion: King of the Jungle
· All artwork should be presented vertically on an 8 ½” x 11” sheet of white paper.
· Write your name, grade and teacher’s name on the back in PENCIL.
· Include “Lisbon Elementary School” and “2018-2019” on your page.
· Please color the entire page. Colored pencil, crayon and/or markers can be used.
· Entries must be submitted to the front office by Wednesday, January 23rd.
Entries will be judged by the Memory Book volunteer committee.
If you have any question please contact Megan Hill (meganhill1@verizon.net).
Young Author's Contest Winners
3rd Grade Short Story:
1st Place: Melanie Howard, O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, They Picked Me
2nd Place: Kaden Pereira, The Christmas Train
Honorable Mention: Ayana Turner, IzzyE, Pixe, and the Perfect Day
Honorable Mention: Jahquan Turner, Gingerbread Land
4th Grade Short Story:
1st Place: Juliana Roussillon, Thor's Miraculous Journey
2nd Place: Dean Wolter, Sled Ride
5th Grade Short Story:
1st Place: Vanessa Buechler, The Hundred Year Beauty
2nd Place: Sommer Massey, My Favorite Dance Competition
California Tortilla Fundraiser
GIFTED & TALENTED CORNER
Attention Families of Fourth Graders
The next fourth grade Instructional Seminar topic was shared with students on Friday, January 4th during their lunch shift. Any fourth grade student interested in participating in the Tiny Houses Instructional Seminar once a week during recess on Fridays should turn in the attached permission slip before the Tuesday, January 15th deadline. This form is also available in the fourth grade pod and completed forms can be turned in to the envelope also in the fourth grade pod.
Build a Tiny House – Grade 4 Instructional Seminar
Have you seen the TV show in which people build and live in a tiny house? Can you imagine what it would be like to own and live in a tiny house that you can drive and put just about anywhere? Do you like math, measurement, and geometry? Would you like to be a builder or architect when you are older?
If so, consider signing up to participate in Build a Tiny House Instructional Seminar that meets once a week during recess on most Fridays for the months of January, February, March, and April. (Approximately 8-10 meeting times.)
If you are interested in applying to be a Build a Tiny House participant, please fill out the form below, get it signed by your parent, and turn it into the envelope outside of Mrs. O’Connor’s room. All applications must be received by Tuesday, January 15th.
The first class will be held on Friday, January 18nd. Mrs. O’Connor will pick you up in the cafeteria after lunch.
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Build a Tiny House Grade 4 Instructional Seminar Application
I understand the time commitment required for participating in the Build a Tiny House Instructional Seminar. Also, I am aware that my final project that I do in class will be displayed at the Lisbon Lions Lollapalooza on May 20, 2019.
Student Signature______________________________________________ Homeroom Code __________
My child, ________________________________________________(printed first and last name) has my permission to participate in the Build a Tiny House Instructional Seminar. I understand that this seminar will take place during recess on Fridays for the months of January, February, March, and April. I understand the time commitment for participation.
Parent Signature______________________________________________ Date: _______________________
Please return your application by Tuesday, January 15th
to the envelope outside of Mrs. O’Connor’s room.
Employment Opportunities
We are seeking support positions to assist and support our students during the school day. The first opportunity is for those interested in a temporary employee position with our special education team. This position has a rate of $10.50 per hour for 6 hours a day. The other opportunity is serving as lunch and recess monitors (a subbing position) when needed. The hours for lunch monitors will be from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm working with grades K through 5. Lunch and Recess monitors can sub for a rate of pay of $10.50 per hour.
Please click here if you are interested in setting up an interview for these positions. We look forward to hearing from anyone who is interested soon.
From the PTA
Mark Your Calendars!
Winter Bash
When: Friday, January 18, 2019
Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Cost: $3.00 per child
**Advance sales only. NO tickets at the door.
If you would like to volunteer for the event, please click here.
Are you looking to support the Trueblood family? With frequent trips to and from the hospital, the family could use our support for things like gas, meals away from home, and specific items for Cooper. Gift cards are ideal (Visa and Amazon are two good general ones.), and these are being collected in the front office. You can drop them off or send them to school in an envelope marked “Cooper Trueblood.” Your thoughts and prayers are great gifts, too!
Where to Find Us
Please follow us on Facebook! Visit www.facebook.com/LisbonESPTA or search for “Lisbon Elementary School PTA.” And if you haven’t checked out the Lisbon ES PTA website, please do! At www.lisbonpta.org you’ll find a calendar of events, parent resources, forms, open volunteer positions and more! We would love to have your feedback on programming for the year, too. You’ll find a survey link on the home page.
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Community News and Programs
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http://www.hcpss.org/community-news-and-programs/