Hello from Principal Bissue
Exciting news from LGCS!
Greetings from the Administrator
Hello LGCS Family,
I hope this message finds you well. What an outstanding few months we've had, filled with numerous great events that brought our school community together. From the lively Halloween carnival to the insightful parent-teacher conferences and the enjoyable Fall/Thanksgiving break to the captivating performances of "Stuck in the Muddle" by our MS/HS students and the delightful K-5 "Holiday Bake Off." We concluded December on a high note with the Lion's Pride Holiday Shoppe, which appeared to be a huge success.
As we bid farewell to the old year and usher in the new one, I want to extend my heartfelt wishes to each and every member of our school family. Beginning a new year is more than just turning a new page in the calendar or selecting a cute new calendar for the wall; it's an opportunity to reflect on the journey we've experienced and embrace the exciting possibilities that lie ahead.
As we enter 2024, let's carry the lessons learned from the past year in our hearts and maintain hope for the future. May this new year bring you not only joy and prosperity but also an abundance of precious moments with your loved ones. Working together, let's continue to nurture a culture of learning, growth, and compassion within our community.
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for partnering up with me this year. Thank you to everyone for being a part of our school. Your dedication and active involvement contribute immeasurably to the positive and supportive environment we're striving to foster.
Wishing you and your loved ones a very Happy New Year filled with love, laughter, and countless possibilities.
With Warm Regards,
Administrator Samantha Bissue
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Modular Updates
Our modulars are well on their way to being ready. We have submitted our permits, reviewed comments from the state, and resubmitted. The queue for these permits from the state is a little longer than we had initially planned, so we are not quite ready to open the doors yet. Electric is going in right now; they are just about completed or will be by the time we return from winter break. Know that we have all our furniture that will fill the spaces appropriate for student learning here and in storage. Boy, they will be great learning spaces for our MS/HS students. Trust me; everyone is itching to get in there and start using them. I will keep everyone updated on where we are as we continue to be patient.
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School Board Updates
We had a successful election in November with some changes for the new term. Welcome returning & new members, and welcome to your new positions.
President: Julie M. Gilley
Vice President: Jim Beall
Secretary/Treasurer: Amanda Redd
Representative: Fred Zuercher
Representative: David Bretag
School board meetings are usually on the 3rd Tuesday of the month.
Our next school board meeting will be Tuesday, January 9th, from 4:30-7:00 pm.
Here is the most recent Board Bulletin from November.
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Newsletters From Our Student News Team
Check out the December newsletter that our Student News Team put together. Mrs. Heather Robison is doing a great job getting this group of talented MS/HS students to up their game when it comes to advertising all of the great things our school is doing.
Please be sure to check out our Facebook page for other items that might be of interest.
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THANK YOU LION'S PRIDE!
The student holiday store was a HUGE success this year thanks to our wonderful Lion's Pride members. We are so grateful to you for all your hard work!
Our Lake George students took so much pride in being able to buy presents for their families and friends this holiday season.
Lion's Pride usually meets the 2nd Thursday of the month from 3:00-4:00 pm in our teacher's lounge.
For more information or to follow Lion's Pride a little closer, feel free to check out their Facebook page.
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The Holiday Bake Off K-5 performance was SPECTACULAR!
Congratulations to all our students and staff who worked so hard to pull this off. Yet another Broadway- worthy performance from our talented community. Thank you families for packing the auditorium with record setting attendance!
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Welcome to January
Save the Date
Mid-Year testing will happen throughout the month of January so student progress can be monitored! Come ready to show us what you know, students!
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If you are interested in the Fairplay Flyers, Ms. Meyer will have more skis and snowboards available for families to take (and keep) on 12/15. Please email her directly if you would like the gear before the New Year at lmeyer@lgcsco.org.
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Breakfast Menu
Lunch Menu
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Warm Welcome to Our New Dean
My name is Michelle Miller and I am excited to be the new Dean of LGCS. The role of Dean can mean many things, but basically, you can think of me as Principal Bissue's right-hand gal! I will be helping with student needs, make sure assessments take off with success and ensure our high school students are set to graduate at the end of their time here (along with a variety of other bits and bobs)!
A little bit about me- I am a Colorado native with a bachelors in Education from the University of Northern Colorado, and I am currently working on my masters in Administration. I've been a classroom teacher for 12 years with experience in grades Kindergarten through 4th grade. I absolutely LOVE school, always have, and enjoy spreading that joy to students through my engagement in the building. If there is a dress up day, a music program or after school club, you will find me taking part in it!
My husband and I have no children or pets, so we spend most of our time pursuing our interests in hiking, rock climbing, cycling and traveling. From 2015-2020 we took time away from our careers to travel the world, visiting around 40 countries. Our most recent trip abroad was to Puerto Rico where we cycle packed the 300 mile coastline, stopping to swim in the ocean and eat their delicious maduros! We are thrilled to be back and settled in Florissant where we try to maintain our love of adventure and new experiences while being involved in the local community.
I have already fallen in love with the amazing students and people here at Lake George and am thrilled to be a part of the magic that is very evident in this building.
Thank you for the warm welcome and I look forward to getting to know you all in the upcoming year!
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More New Staff & Some Changes
Mrs. Mac
Chelsea MacDonald has changed positions to become our new middle and high school ELA teacher! She is already knocking it out of the park, and we are grateful for her flexibility and willingness to jump into this new role!
Amanda Reaser
Amanda has recently joined our kitchen crew and is already cooking up a storm like a pro with a big smile and a positive attitude. Welcome to the team- we are so glad you are here!
Kathleen Chambers
Mrs. Chambers is our new certified Special Education teacher and is joining us virtually from the Buena Vista area! We are SO grateful for all the hard work she is already doing for our IEP students!
Amanda Hurley
Amanda will be joining us at the start of the new year as an Intervention/SPED paraprofessional! We are very eager for the extensive knowledge and skills she will add to the team. Welcome to Lake George, Amanda!
We are so pleased to have such a great staff developing at LGCS. If you see these new staff members around the building, please offer them a friendly hello and help them feel welcome!
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School Closure Information
School closing due to weather or other emergencies
LGCS may need to close for a variety of reasons that are out of our immediate control.
Some of those reasons might be:
1. Weather Conditions: Snow, icy roads, and/or wind.
2. Boiler, plumbing, or emergency alarm systems.
3. Other emergencies deemed by the Administrator/Superintendent to warrant the school to close.
Inclement Weather Before School Starts
If the decision is made to cancel or delay school, initial phone calls will be made as early as possible. If the call is to be made the night before, the message will go out by 9:00 pm. If the call is to go out in the morning, it will go out by 5:30 am. A delay or closure will be posted on our website: https://www.lakegeorgecharterschool.com/. It will also be submitted to the TV stations. You will receive an email and a phone call depending on the preference you selected during registration. If you are not receiving phone calls or emails (and you feel you should be), please see Mrs. Kris and Mrs. April in the front office so we can get this fixed.
A delayed start means school will open at 9:45 am. Please do not drop off your children before this, as there will be no supervision before this time. When we have a 2-hour delay start, breakfast will NOT be served.
In the event of a 2-hour delay, parents, please use your best discretion as to whether the travel to and from school will be safe. Our families are driving from different locations around Park & Teller County, and the terrain and road conditions vary significantly depending on where you might be during any weather events. Please keep your family safe. We understand. All we ask is that you call the school so 1) we know you are safe and 2) so we can accommodate our student count for the day.