Lewistown Elementary Newsletter
TeamLES
WE ARE LEWISTOWN!
Email: dana.austin@fcps.org
Website: https://education.fcps.org/les/
Location: 11119 Hessong Bridge Road, Thurmont, MD, United States
Phone: 240-236-3750
Twitter: @LESFCPS
Week of 3.9.20
IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, March 16: Hearing and Vision Screening only for Morning M/W Pre-K Students
Tuesday, March 17: Hearing and Vision Screening for Pre-K, K, and First Grade Students
Wednesday, March 18: Spring and Class Picture Day
Thursday, March 19: Spring and Class Picture Day for Morning T/TH Pre-K Students
Thursday, March 19: Science Fair Projects Due and Family Viewing from 4-5 pm
Friday, March 20: Science Fair Viewing by LES Classes
Tuesday, March 24: PTA Family Night- Science Fun by the Walkersville High Honors Society
New Contact Information
If any of the following information has changed, please submit updated documentation:
Phone Numbers
Email Address
New Address (also need to submit proof of residence)
Emergency Contact Information
Submit your updates and/or proof of residency to Kim Little.
Fax: 240-236-3751 or email: kimberly.little@fcps.org
REMINDER - Please include student's name/grade in all communications.
Hearing and Vision Screening
Spring Pictures and Class Pictures
Wednesday March 18
(Thursday PreK students will be March 19)
Paper order forms are coming home with all students.
You can review the order form here: READ HERE
Picture Day ID: MJ729057Q0
Go to mylifetouch.com to order your child's Spring Pictures.
Important: Return your completed flyer to school with your child on Picture Day to make sure that your child is photographed.
Science Fair
LES will host its Annual Science Fair on Thursday, March 19. It is mandatory for students in grades 3-5. Family visits to view projects will be on March 19 from 4-5 pm. Class visits will take place on March 20. Check out this link for many online resources.
FCPS will host the 39th Annual Science and Engineering Fairs and 7th Annual Elementary Social Studies Fair on Saturday, March 28 at Tuscarora High School. Registration is OPEN until Monday, March 23 for elementary students entering projects.
Coronavirus COVID-19 Information
FCPS is committed to the health and safety of our students and staff. We are working closely with the Frederick County Health Department, the Maryland Department of Health, and the Maryland State Department of Education to monitor the status of COVID-19. To keep our community informed on this matter, we post related information and updates online at www.fcps.org/update. You are encouraged to visit the FCPS site for answers to frequently asked questions and information about actions you can take to promote good health.
In addition to the FCPS COVID-19 web page, check the following reputable sources to avoid spreading misinformation:
https://health.frederickcountymd.gov/CivicAlerts
Yearbook Orders
The online Yearbook Portal is open NOW until April 19!
Paper order forms will go home with all students next week- so you can still pay by check or cash when you receive those order forms. To pay online using a credit card, click here: Order Yearbooks | Lifetouch Yearbooks (Use Yearbook ID Code: 11042520)
Fifth Grade Yearbook Well Wishes LAST CALL!
This year we want to include Well Wishes from parents for their Fifth Grader. These will appear in the back pages of the yearbook.
Cost is $5. However, if money is an issue, please contact Nicky French at 240-586-4797 or by email at nickyfrench1125@yahoo.com.
We would like to have 100% participation in this so all fifth graders are represented.
Counselor News
Upcoming Events:
WDSD is Saturday, March 21. We invite school communities to wear fun socks on Friday, March 20 to show support for World Down Syndrome Day and to share observances on social media using the hashtags @WDSDatFCPS and #LotsOfSocks.
Milton Hershey School invites your family or someone you know to join us for a free meal and presentation to see how our cost-free home and school can unlock a world of possibilities for children.Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at 6 p.m. Golden Corral Buffet & Grill 5621 Spectrum Dr. • Frederick, MD 21703 Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at 6 p.m. Mountain Gate Family Restaurant 133 Frederick Rd. • Thurmont, MD 21788. You can RSVP online at mhskids.org/succeed. Feel free to bring family and friends. If you have questions about Milton Hershey School or our admissions considerations, visit us online or call Deb Turnpaugh at 717.696.0093.
Saturday, May 9: Are you a runner? Maybe a walker OR you just want to support mental health! CHS is hosting a 5K for the first time to support mental health. You can get more information or sign up through this link: https://runsignup.com/Race/MD/Thurmont/BeKindtoYourMind5K
Teacher Recognition
Thurmont Lions Club 2020 Teacher of the Year Nomination Form
Eligibility: Open to Pre-K through Grade 12 full-time teachers for schools in the Catoctin feeder
Due Date: No later than Tuesday March 31
More information and a nomination form can be found HERE
In the Event of Bad Weather or an Emergency… Here's How to Check School Status
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LES Vision Statement
The Lewistown Elementary School Learning Community will strive to promote academic success in order to reach our full potential and strengthen our future. Everyone’s unique qualities will be celebrated and valued, and together we will Learn, Excel, and Succeed!