LCE News from Mrs. Blaney
January, 2023
Dear Families,
2023 started with staff and students coming back together after a Winter break. It was great to ring in the new year as an LCE family! January is always a magical month in elementary school. Students hit the ground running. By January, they've learned the routines of the classroom and grown so much both academically and socially. From the lost teeth of our youngest students to the growth spurts of our oldest students, it is great to see our students after a break, and it is a pleasure to see them learning every day. Even the rain didn't slow us down!
This newsletter will highlight some events of January and preview some upcoming events of February.
Sincerely,
Emily
LCE, PCR, and PCY Awarded Distinguished School Status
On behalf of LCUSD, I wish to congratulate the students, staff, and parents for this award. Our elementary schools are among 356 schools in the state to receive this honor. The Department of Education uses the California School Dashboard, which measures achievement in Math and ELA state tests, suspension rates, and attendance.
Attendance
One important measure attributed to the Distinguished School Award is attendance, labeled Chronic Absenteeism. When a student is absent for 10% or more of the instructional days in the school year, they fall into this category. LCE's Chronic Absenteeism score fell into the "medium" range, with an average of 6.1% of students missing 10% or more of the 2021-22 school year. COVID didn't help! The calendar linked above is a reminder of when district breaks are scheduled for this school year, and if you wish to access next year's calendar to help you schedule your vacations to coincide with school breaks, please use the link.
January at LCE in Photos
Rainy Days
Students love puddles!
Kindess Challenge
January challenged students to think of ways to be kind.
Lunar New Year
Students learned about Lunar New Year.
100th Day of School
We celebrated in 100s of ways!
Rainy Day Art
Mrs. Torres incorporated the weather into her art class.
Partner Reading
Mrs. Melillo encourages students to partner read for fun.
Founders Day Award Winners
Congratulations to Mrs. Slattery, Mrs. Durfee, Mrs. Melillo, Mrs. Molinelli, and Mrs. Arnold!
LCE Welcome Garden
The flowers loved the rain. We love the flowers (and the birdhouse).
Lions Really Care Club
Our favorite service learning group continues to grow.
Biography Reports
2nd graders read biographies and presented to their classmates.
Chinese Parents Hosted Staff Luncheon
A group of parents provided a lovely staff luncheon this month.
Family Literacy Night
LCE hosted a Family Literacy Night for TK and Kindergarten families.
Leonis Adobe 4th Grade Field Trip
Traffic Pattern Reminders
I often receive phone calls and emails from our families and our neighbors about the traffic and parking violations around the school. Please do your part to follow street signs (no left-turn signs, no U-turn signs, etc.). Do not block our neighbors' driveways. And please, please stop at and never block crosswalks. The map above shows the best routes to take, sticking to wider streets so that the students and families who walk to school feel safer. We all must do our part.
Character Counts
LCE has been focusing on the pillar of FAIRNESS and will soon focus on the pillar of CARING for the next few weeks. Students will be reminded to show care and concern for others, be kind and considerate even when others are not, help find a way to help others, show concern for others’ well–being, act compassionately and with empathy, and be willing to show mercy and forgiveness.
Universal PreKindergarten Update for LCUSD
For the 2023-24 school year, students turning 5 between Sept. 2 and April 2 will qualify for Transitional Kindergarten. TK classes are currently offered at LCE and PCR campuses. For enrollment information, please visit our website.
Upcoming Events
Event Information
5th Grade Valley Forge and Adventure Week Experiences
When?
Monday, Feb 6, 2023, 03:00 AM
Where?
Valley Forge, PA and LCE/Various Locations
Event Information
LCUSD Governing Board Meeting
The meeting can also be viewed online at https://www.youtube.com/lcusdmedia.
When?
Tuesday, Feb 7, 2023, 07:00 PM
Where?
4490 Cornishon Avenue, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, USA
Event Information
PTA Dine Out: Los Gringos
When?
Wednesday, Feb 8, 2023, 11:00 AM
Where?
Los Gringos Locos, Foothill Boulevard, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, USA
Event Information
California Healthy Kids Survey: 6th Grade
6th-grade parents were sent an opt-in or opt-out email about this survey, which will be given to 6th-graders at some time on Feb. 9.
When?
Thursday, Feb 9, 2023, 08:00 AM
Where?
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Event Information
Early Release for 1st - 6th-Graders
All 1st - 6th-grade students will attend school from 8:10 - 11:35 a.m. TK and Kindergarten students will not be affected by this schedule change.
When?
Friday, Feb 10, 2023, 08:00 AM
Where?
La Cañada Elementary School, Encinas Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, USA
Event Information
Governing Board Meeting
This event can also be viewed online.
When?
Tuesday, Feb 7, 2023, 06:00 PM
Where?
4490 Cornishon Avenue, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, USA
Event Information
DEI Oversight Committee Meeting
When?
Thursday, Feb 9, 2023, 06:30 PM
Where?
4490 Cornishon Avenue, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, USA
Event Information
Early Release Collaboration Day for 1st - 6th Graders
When?
Friday, Feb 10, 2023, 08:00 AM
Where?
LCE
Event Information
PTA General Meeting
When?
Wednesday, Feb 15, 2023, 09:15 AM
Where?
LCE Cafeteria
Event Information
Spirit Rally
Founders Day awards, Reflections contest winners, and more!
When?
Thursday, Feb 16, 2023, 10:30 AM
Where?
LCE Playground
Event Information
California Distinguished School Ceremony
When?
Thursday, Feb 16, 2023, 08:00 AM
Where?
Disneyland Hotel, Magic Way, Anaheim, CA, USA
Event Information
Presidents' Weekend Holiday: No School
When?
Friday, Feb 17, 2023, 08:00 AM
Where?
Not at School
Event Information
Family Learning Series: Math Pathways
Learn how Math classes will change at the high school level.
When?
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2023, 06:30 PM
Where?
La Cañada High School, Oak Grove Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, USA
Event Information
PTA Reflections Contest Award Ceremony
When?
Thursday, Feb 23, 2023, 06:30 PM
Where?
4490 Cornishon Avenue, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, USA
Event Information
End of 2nd Trimester
When?
Friday, Feb 24, 2023, 08:00 AM
Where?
La Cañada Elementary School, Encinas Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, USA
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