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The Ludwig Ledger
November 2023
A Time to be Thankful...
As we turn the calendar over into November, this is a great opportunity to take time and reflect on what we’re thankful for this year. Giving thanks, showing gratitude and appreciation, and recognizing the impact we have on those around us will be a common theme across all of Ludwig’s classrooms this month. Students will have the opportunity to identify something that they’re thankful for and write it on a turkey feather. Students will then add their feathers to a turkey cutout which will be posted outside of our old main office area. Be sure to check out all that our students are thankful for during P/T conferences when our completed “Tom Turkey” will be on display!
From our Ludwig family to yours, we hope everyone has a safe, happy, and healthy start to the holiday season. As always, if you need anything from anyone here at the school, please don't hesitate to reach out or contact our main office.
Respectfully,
Mr. Kulik
5th Grade CogAT Testing
Ludwig's 5th graders will take the CogAT assessment during the week of November 6th. CogAT measures learned reasoning and problem-solving skills in three different areas: verbal, quantitative, and nonverbal. Reasoning skills develop gradually throughout a person’s lifetime, and at different rates for different individuals. Reasoning abilities are good predictors of success in school and are important outcomes of good schooling. CogAT does not measure such factors as effort, attention, motivation, and work habits, which also contribute importantly to school achievement. The purpose of this test is to better plan for your child’s instruction by looking at their specific strengths and weaknesses and to help identify academically gifted students for enrichment and honors programs.
AM Arrival & Weather Reminders
AM arrival takes place from 7:30am - 7:50am, daily. Car riders should exit the car in our "Safe Zone" area only, located by our supervisors. All car riders that arrive after 7:50am must be brought into the main office by a parent/guardian. Thank you for helping keep all students safe during AM arrival!
Students will continue to have the opportunity to go outside for recess time, if the weather allows, as we enter the winter season. Please have your child check the weather forecast and dress in layers (including hats, gloves, scarves, etc...) for comfort. Thank you!
Veterans Day Recognition Assembly
We are honored to be able to salute and honor our nation’s veterans, at our Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, November 10th, at 8:45am. Due to space limitations in our gymnasium, only Veterans and their immediate family members are able to attend. Thank you to all of our nation’s Veterans, across all branches, for your service.
For those that submitted an RSVP for in-person attendance, please enter through Ludwig's main gym doors starting at 8:30am.
Operation Support Our Troops
Parent Teacher Conferences
Each school year, the continued collaboration between home and school remains imperative for our student’s growth and success at school. This year, parent/teacher conferences will be held on Monday, November 20th and Tuesday, November 21st:
Monday, Nov. 20th:
1pm - 4pm - virtual conferences
5pm - 8pm - in-person conferences
Tuesday, Nov. 21st
8am - 11am - in-person conferences
12pm - 3pm - virtual conferences
Please take the opportunity to sign up HERE, if you haven’t already done so. You will have the opportunity to sign up for in-person conferences or virtual conferences, depending on the time and the day. The portal to sign up for conferences closes at the end of the day on Thursday, November 16th. If you have any trouble signing up for conferences, please contact your child’s teacher or Ludwig’s main office. We hope to see you there!
Scholastic Book Fair - 2023
Upcoming Dates For Your Calendar:
11/3 - First Trimester Ends
11/6 - 11/17 - Operation Support Our Troops
11/7 - 11/9 - 5th Grade CoGat Testing
11/8 - Ludwig Spirit Day - Flannel Day
11/10 - Veterans Day Ceremony @ 8:45am
11/10 - First Trimester Report Cards Go Home
11/13 - World Kindness Day (Wear Blue to School)
11/13 - PFA Meeting at OP @ 6:30pm
11/14 - BOE Meeting @ Ludwig 7:00pm
11/15 - Erin’s Law Parent Presentation @ Ludwig School - 6pm
11/16 - P/T Conference Sign Up Window Closes
11/17 - Early Dismissal for Students (10:55am)
11/20 & 11/21 - P/T Conferences - NO SCHOOL
11/23 - 11/25 - Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL - (Classes resume Monday, 11/27)
Updates from the D92 PFA
On October 5th, over 200 members of the D92 community met at Family Fun Zone for a night of roller skating, arcade games and fun! This successful PFA fundraising event will help to fund many programs throughout the rest of the school year, which you can learn about by visiting our website at D92PFA.ORG.
Also, be sure to check out our ongoing fundraising efforts, including Mabel's Labels, Box Tops for Education & D92 Spirit Wear sales!
Halloween Costume Parade
Pumpkin Decorating Contest Winners:
Red Ribbon Week
Ludwig students and staff celebrated Red Ribbon, during the week of October 23rd. This year's theme was, "Be Kind to Your Mind". In addition to showcasing their red clothing at our Monday Morning Meeting, students learned about making smart choices for their bodies and minds and had the opportunity to participate in themed spirit days.
5th Grade Musical - "Zombies"
Ludwig's 5th graders performed "Zombies: The Musical" for a packed house of parents and family members. Way to go to all of our students, as well as Mrs. Danley! It was a tremendous performance!
5th Grade Musical - "Zombies"
Click the zombie image to view the video of this year's 5th Grade Musical, "Zombies".
Fire Prevention Week
During the week of October 9th, Ludwig celebrated Fire Prevention Week. Thanks to Firefighter Dan and Lieutenant Ticknor, from the Lockport Fire Department, for sharing fire prevention tips with our 4th and 5th-grade scholars. Thank you for all that you do to keep us safe!
3-Screen Assembly - "Be More Awesome"
Ludwig welcomed Mr. Jeremiah, and 3-Screen Productions, for an all-school assembly entitled "Be More Awesome". Using popular music, movie clips, and inspirational stories, students learned how they can be the best version of themselves!