Leonardtown Elementary
January 29, 2024
Calendar Of Events
January 29 - Feb 2: B Week
Monday: Math Team Interest Form Due
Tuesday: Yearbook Groups and Candid PhotosUpcoming Events
Feb 6: Report Card Distribution
Feb 9: 2-hr early dismissal
Feb 9: PTA Family Dance 6 - 8 pm
Feb 12: School Improvement Team Meeting VIRTUAL 7 pm
Feb 19: Presidents' Day: No School
Feb 23: Club Osprey #2 (modified schedule and clubs)
Kids' Heart Challenge
Once again, Leonardtown Elementary students will be participating in the American Heart Association (AHA) Kid Heart Challenge. Students learn about the importance of exercise to keep the heart muscle strong while having fun and practicing their jump-roping skills. Donations are collected electronically as a fundraiser for the AHA.
The Jump Rope Skills Challenge happens during PE classes between Feb. 12th and 16th. Donations are accepted until February 23rd.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our extraordinary PE teachers, Ms. Litten (ralitten@smcps.org) and Mr. Corbett. (mdcorbett@smcps.org).
Yearbook Orders OPEN
Classic Photography helps publish the Leonardtown Elementary School Yearbook.
The cost for a yearbook is $20, plus tax and a convenience fee.
Orders close on April 15th.
You can purchase "Love Lines" (a personal printed message) for an additional fee. The deadline for submitting this is March 1st.
Birthday Celebrations
We have recently received several inquiries about birthday treats. As has been the practice for several years, edible birthday treats (like cupcakes) are not distributed. This is in response to an increase in recognized food allergies and the need to exercise caution in this regard.
Parents who are choosing to share a treat with their child's class as part of birthday celebrations have been asked to consider non-food items and notify the teacher if a "treat" is being provided to distribute. Here are some non-food items that you could consider if you are hoping to share something with the class:
- "Slap" bracelets
- Trading cards
- Color-click pens
- Pop-its, Figit spinners and the like
- Smencils (scented pencils)
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If you have questions about classroom treats, your child's classroom teacher is probably be the best source for information.
Family Dance Volunteers Needed
As a reminder, the PTA is hosting a Valentine MVP Dance on Friday, Feb. 9, 6-8 p.m. at Leonardtown Elementary School. Students are welcome to bring up to two guests, one of which must be an adult who will supervise any accompanying children (this is not a drop-off event). Registration is encouraged. FAMILY DANCE REGISTRATION
To ensure the event is a success, volunteers are needed. Please consider helping support this fun event. VOLUNTEER SIGN UP
Link Your VIC Card with LES Today!
Help Leonardtown Elementary School PTA earn funds at no extra cost to you. Link your VIC Card to Leonardtown Elementary School PTA and every time you shop at Harris Teeter for HT-brand products or pick up your prescription through their pharmacy, you earn money for our PTA. You can link up to 5 schools to your account.
On the App:
1. Log in to your Harris Teeter Profile
2. Click on the three lines in the top right corner to open the menu.
3. Select “Rewards”
4. Click “Together in Education”
5. Scroll down to “LINK YOUR VIC CARD”
6. Use code “5302” or search for “Leonardtown Elementary School PTA”
7. Click “Add”
Online:
1. Log in to your Harris Teeter Profile at the top of harristeeter.com
2. Click on “My Account”
3. Scroll down the left side to “Together in Education”
4. Click “LINK YOUR VIC CARD”
5. Use code “5302” or search for “Leonardtown Elementary School PTA”
6. Click “Add”