Lake Grove Elementary

Dear Lake Grove Families,

This month we've been working hard on the character trait of honesty. Our students provide us with many examples of honest communication each day! The wisdom and direct communication about their observations of the world continue to impress me.

It's hard to believe that it's already Spring Break! Please enjoy the time with your children. We will miss them and be excited to see them when they return on the 28th.

Be well,

Principal Jennie Knapp

Parents,

Please participate in the Family Survey linked here ytsurvey.org/losdfamily22, which is open for you to complete through March 25. It is helpful to me to hear what we're doing well at Lake Grove, as well as how we can improve.

As part of LOSD’s efforts to create a culture of belonging and to achieve equitable academic outcomes, we will once again administer the Youth Truth survey to all staff, parents, and students in grades 3-12.

The YouthTruth survey is confidential, and responses from children and parents will be held in the strictest confidence. We encourage everyone to participate. This will be an important piece of information for administrators to improve our students' experiences at school.

This month through our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons, we will be introducing the character trait of HONESTY. As a school community, we will be examining how HONESTY looks, sounds, and feels. During our lessons, we will be referencing this definition:

HONESTY: Living truthfully in your words, actions and thoughts.

HONESTY is not about just telling the truth. It is about living a life that is thoughtful and clear about what we believe is good and just. It’s about making sure what we think is kind and worthwhile also lines up with what we say and what we do. In March, we will talk about the cost of dishonesty and what it does to our body and mind. Further, we will connect how HONESTY and KINDNESS are closely related traits.

We have opportunities throughout each day where we can either choose to be truthful, or choose to be untruthful through either our words, actions, or thoughts. As we learn about the importance of HONESTY, we will also understand that being truthful isn’t always the easy choice, but it’s always the right (expected) choice. Students will learn about integrity and the importance of being honest with themselves. This month we will have challenging, but rewarding conversations and as always, we appreciate your partnership with us.

For your reference, here are links for extension activities you may wish to explore further as a family:

K-2 HONESTY Parent Letter (English) K-2 HONESTIDAD para familias (En Español )

3-5 HONESTY Parent Letter (English) 3-5 HONESTIDAD para familias (En Español )

As you know LOSD has made masks optional at school. That means our learning community will support those who opt to continue wearing face coverings, as well as those who choose not to wear face coverings, for whatever reason. When community transmission is high, per CDC metrics, face coverings will be recommended. Our community transmission is currently low (green).

Many health precautions are still in place at school. Students and staff are still maintaining physical distance whenever possible, our windows are often still open and our increased air filtration will continue indefinitely.

We will notify parents/guardians in the event of a possible exposure to someone with Covid-19 at school. People with possible exposure to someone with COVID-19 should wear a mask.

Also LOSD is required to exclude anyone who is suspected of/tests positive with COVID-19. People may return to school after 5 days when they are fever free and symptoms are improving and manageable. Anyone returning after a positive case, should wear well-fitting masks (preferably N95, KF94, KN94) when they return on days 6-10 after a positive test. Lake Grove will provide masks upon request.

Thank you for your support and consideration of each other as we take this step in our pandemic journey.

Our staff is charged with two important responsibilities we focus on with confidence every day. We must provide an outstanding education that prepares all students for a bright future. At the same time, we must provide a safe environment so that children can stay engaged with their learning.

On Monday March 28, our teachers and students will be practicing the process of what we would do in an emergency Lock Down. Teachers will prepare students ahead of the drill and continue to reassure students that this is a drill and that everyone is safe at school.

We taught students this process (but didn't practice) in November. If you would like to prepare your child ahead of time, here are some resources you can review as a family. For our Kindergarten through Third grade students teachers will use this Lock Down Story Book to guide discussions and in 4th and 5th grade students will watch and discuss this video.

A lockdown means there is a possible threat inside the school. This is not business as usual. Hallways are cleared, all classroom doors are locked, and lights are turned out. Students and staff are instructed to stay quiet and out of sight during a lockdown.

We follow the Standard Response Protocol @ https://iloveuguys.org/The-Standard-Response-Protocol.html

We thank you for your help and cooperation, as we work to provide safe learning environments for all students in the Lake Oswego School District.

The Lake Oswego School Board of Directors invites students, teachers, staff members, parents/guardians and community residents to consider serving on its advisory committees. As part of its continuous efforts to increase communication with the public and to provide for citizen involvement, the Board appoints advisory committees to consider matters of district-wide importance. Committees meet monthly, September through May.

Applications and committee charters are available on the district website under School Board. Please submit your application by Friday, April 15 at 5 p.m. Possible interviews following submission, and notification of selected committee members by May 10, 2022.

Board-appointed District Advisory Committees

Culture of Belonging

Achieve Equitable Academic Outcomes

Promote Health & Resiliency

Teach & Practice Sustainability

Bond Accountability Committee

Long Range Facility Planning

Please also consider applying to join the Lake Grove School Advisory Committee. We meet monthly and this group influences our work as a school.

Board-appointed School Advisory Committees

School Advisory Committee

We are delighted to be able to welcome volunteers back to Lake Grove, and look forward to seeing more of you in the building in the coming weeks!

In order to be eligible to volunteer at Lake Grove, please complete the following steps:

• Review and acknowledge LG Volunteers Statement of Knowledge and Understanding - LOSD District Policies
• Send/show proof of vaccination to Annika Nicholas at nicholaa@loswego.k12.or.us.

• Complete Background Check through school Raptor system - if you have not already completed this, bring your driver's license or passport with you on your first day volunteering and we'll get you registered in the office.

Any questions? Please contact the office at 503-534-2357.

We are looking forward to spring parent-teacher conferences on April 7-8. Please look for the email from your child's teacher with a sign-up genius link.There will be no school for students on these days. If you cannot make it in person to your conference, teachers are happy to connect with you over Zoom. All conferences will need to be on April 7th and 8th.

Have you ever thought about working here at Lake Grove Elementary School? Do you know someone who might be a good fit? We have positions posted and are looking for wonderful people to join our team!

See the postings for more details, and feel free to contact the office with any questions 503-534-2357.

If your child will be absent, please email your student's teacher and copy the office at lgattendance@loswego.k12.or.us. Please list the date your child will be absent and any illness symptoms. You may also call us at 503-534-2357, or leave a voicemail on the 24-hour attendance line at 503-534-2299.

If you need to pick your child up early for an appointment, please be sure to bring your ID in to the office to sign them out.

3/19-3/27 Spring Break - No school

3/31 Early Release

4/1 Half Day (11am release)

4/7 & 4/8 No School - Elementary Conferences

BECOME A BUSINESS SPONSOR AT LAKE GROVE

Sponsoring our Lake Grove PTA gives local businesses an opportunity to reach approximately 300-400 families through yearbook advertising, social media advertising and banner advertising on the school/field perimeter fencing, which faces the highly trafficked Boones Ferry Rd. Our PTA sponsors student enrichment programs like Art Literacy, Battle of the Books, Run Club, Culture Travel, book exchanges, field trips, classroom equipment and much more. To help us continue this work, review the business sponsor opportunities attached and join us!

HELP THANK OUR TEACHERS: SIGN UP TO BRING AN ITEM FOR LUNCH ON THURSDAY, APRIL 7

Let's show our gratitude for Lake Grove teachers by providing lunch on the first day of Parent/Teacher conferences. Please sign up to contribute an item to our potluck-style taco bar. Sign up slots and more details are on the SignUp Genius. Conference days are long and full of meetings, so let's fill their bellies! Questions? Contact Ali Koper akoper@outlook.com.

DINING FOR DOLLARS BRINGS LAKE GROVE MORE THAN $1600 SO FAR THIS SCHOOL YEAR

Thanks to your support for local restaurants, Lake Grove has earned funds to support our PTA programs. We are looking for someone to manage our monthly cadence of restaurant partners. This is a volunteer role that can be managed with a small time commitment at any time of day (likely 1 hour per month throughout the upcoming school year). If you’d like to manage the Dining for Dollars program for Lake Grove next year, contact lakegrovepta@gmail.com.

MOD PIZZA NIGHT ON THURSDAY, APRIL 7

Join other Grovers at MOD Pizza on April 7 and raise funds for Lake Grove Elementary at the Lake O location in Kruse Village! Our school earns money for PTA programs all day. You must mention you are there for the Lake Grove fundraiser or use promo code: GR202536L and 20% of the sales will be donated to our school. Questions? Email lakegrovefundraising@gmail.com.

VOLUNTEER AS A PROOFREADER FOR THE YEARBOOK

The yearbook committee needs your help! With just a few hours from your own computer, you can help us make an amazing yearbook. Sign up to help proof the yearbook by contacting Kirsten Chapman at 2122lgeyearbook@gmail.com. Our yearbook committee is already thinking about next year’s yearbook. If you’d like to get involved in our yearbook committee next year, let us know!

OUR HEALTH ROOM NEEDS A NEW REFRIGERATOR

Doing some spring renovations? The Lake Grove health room needs a full-size refrigerator/freezer and we’re looking for a donation. Maybe you’re upgrading and need to find a new home for your used, but still in good condition appliance? We can use it! If you have one to donate between now and May 1, contact Annika Nicholas nicholaa@loswego.k12.or.us.

SQUARE ART SUPPORTS OUR SCHOOL

Your Square Art purchase results in $$ for our programs. Consider making your student’s art into a beautiful gift. Orders are due by Tuesday, April 12. If you are missing your order form, you can search for your student’s art by name online: https://shop.square1art.com/shop. Questions? Contact lakegrovepta@gmail.com.

COUGAR RUN CLUB STARTS MARCH 31! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT NOON ON THURSDAYS

On the first Thursday after Spring Break, Cougar Run Club will begin! This PTA-sponsored club helps motivate kids to get active, learn about running, create goals and track miles, and socialize with friends! Run Club takes place every Thursday during lunch recess. No sign up is required—kids can choose to run or not. Every runner who finishes their first lap gets a necklace and charm, and charms are earned every 5 miles after that. The PTA also recognizes top runners at the end of the year. The Run Club is looking for parent volunteers to help track laps and cheer on runners! Volunteers must follow school procedures: sign a statement, provide proof of vaccination, and pass a background check. Masks are optional when volunteering outside for Run Club. To volunteer, sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080A4DAFA82FA7F49-cougar. Questions? Contact Heather Zadow, hlzadow@gmail.com.

LAKE GROVE VOLUNTEERS ARE AWESOME

Thank you OBOB volunteers!

Our OBOB March Madness tournament has concluded and our participants received their swag this week. This successful OBOB competition was hosted thanks to great support from Erin Courtney, Kim Massari, Paula Hahn, Staci Laird and lots of parent volunteer scorekeepers and moderators. Congratulations Team Blue! Fourth graders Sierra Moore, Savannah Moore, Kimberly Hu and Alice Zhang will compete in a regional tournament on Saturday, April 23.

Thank you, Art Lit volunteers!

So far, our art lit volunteers have hosted ten sessions to teach Lake Grove students about JMW Turner. Thank you to our art lit committee, including Sarah Wang, Lisa Neufeld, Kim Mackay, Mais Said, Yan Liang and Eric Tymoigne…as well as many, many classroom volunteers.

Welcome new volunteers!

We are grateful to have several new people join our ranks as PTA volunteers. Thank you Suzanne Conrad, Friederike Svensson, Minu Nagarajan, April Ancheta, Leslie Searson, Nicole Imatani and Curtis Parks.

Parents-guardians who have concerns about a student’s well-being are encouraged to reach out to their principal, and to maintain strong lines of communication and partnership between students, families, staff, and other resources.

SafeOregon is also an effective way to report a tip regarding safety threats or potential acts of violence to our students or schools.

https://www.safeoregon.com/

(Students should also be aware that intentionally providing a false report is a serious offense.)

At Lake Grove, we are an inclusive school community fostering social, emotional, and academic growth for all students.

Principal: Jennie Knapp

Website: https://www.losdschools.org/lg
Location: 15777 Boones Ferry Road, Lake Oswego, OR, United States
Phone: 503-534-2357