October 20th, 2023
October 20th, 2023
Ms. Riddle
Mrs. Gile
Message From the Principals
Greetings TLA Family!
We had a wonderful All School Assembly this morning focused on our monthly character trait and career focus, Responsibility and Manufacturing. Ask your scholars about the competition MS and HS scholars participated in to demonstrate how hard it can be to juggle all the responsibilities they have. You can also ask them about the ES assembly line competition that showed how the manufacturing industry has individuals work on smaller pieces of large projects.
Upcoming Events:
10/24- 8th Grade Washington DC Trip Parent Meeting (6:00-7:00 p.m.)
10/25 - Read In Buddy Classroom Activity
10/25 - Literacy Night (K4-4th) (5:00-6:30 p.m.)
10/26- Community Health's Trunk or Treat (Eclipse Parking Lot) (4:00-7:00 p.m.)
10/26- Last Day of 1st Quarter
10/27- NO SCHOLAR ATTENDANCE (Records Day for Staff)
10/31- Fall Fest (Costume or Character Day)
11/3- Spirit Day
We only have a four-day week next week and it's the end of the 1st Quarter. Let's finish strong!! GO Lions!!
Tavi Riddle, Principal K4-5th (tavi.riddle@tlabeloit.com)
Janae Gile, Principal 6th-12th (janae.gile@tlabeloit.com)
General Information
School Breakfast & Lunch Information
If you'd like to see the menu for breakfast or lunch, please follow this link. As a general reminder, breakfast and lunches are free but there are also a la carte items available for purchase. Click here to see those options/prices. Money can be added to scholar accounts via e-funds or at the TLA main office.
Volunteer Forms Updated Annually
As a general reminder, in order to volunteer at TLA, you will need to complete a volunteer form. This does need to be completed EACH school year and can be found by clicking HERE.
Announcements
Washington DC Trip for 8th Grade Scholars
An 8th Grade Class trip to Washington DC was recently approved by the board. Families received an email and scholars should have brought home informational packets this week. We will have an upcoming meeting for families on October 24th at 6:00 p.m. in the gym. Looking forward to seeing you there!!
ES Literacy Night
Come celebrate Literacy Night on October 25th from 5:00-6:30 p.m. with TLA Elementary staff!! Scholars and families will have a chance to experience three different book readings and activities in individual classrooms in a rotation style format. There will also be candy bars on sale as part of a fundraiser for the upcoming 8th grade trip to Washington DC!!!
Parent Leadership Council (PLC)
A general reminder that PLC offers an opportunity to all families where they can engage with TLA's leadership team beyond classroom level involvement. These meetings are always scheduled for the third Tuesday of each month from 8:00-9:15 in the Library.
We had a very informative meeting this week and HERE are the notes from the meeting.
The next meeting will be held on November 21st! We look forward to seeing you there!!
Attendance Corner
Attendance Awards Ahead!!
This coming week, we’ll be having our first round of attendance awards being given in grade level assemblies. All scholars with 95% or higher attendance will go into a drawing and have the opportunity to earn some fun prizes! For September, we had 459 scholars with 95% or higher attendance! Each month brings a new opportunity to qualify for the drawing, and we are also looking forward to recognizing scholars with outstanding attendance at the upcoming 1st Quarter awards ceremonies on November 14th and 15th.
Keep up the great work, parents and scholars!
Academics
- There are only four school days remaining in quarter one. Many classes are having end of quarter unit assessments. Be sure to check Skyward for any missing assignments so that they can be completed before the end of the quarter.
- All AP exam fees need to paid from last year before being registered for spring AP exams. Please contact Ms. Rivera if you need assistance viewing or paying account fees in Skyward.
Quarter 2 Club Sign-Up!
Second quarter after-school clubs will begin the week of November 6th. Clubs will run from 3:45-4:45 on scheduled days. Scholars interested in participating in a club should complete this form. Seats are limited--names will be drawn if more scholars request to participate than spots available. You will be notified through Skyward the week of October 30th if your scholar has a spot. Sign up for Quarter 2 clubs will end on Thursday, October 26th.
Scholars already signed up in Scholar Council, Esports, and Girls Scouts will continue Quarter 2. We are not accepting new enrollees for these clubs at this time. There will be no club meetings the week of October 30th.
Scholars are ineligible to participate in clubs if they fall into any of the categories below for quarter one.
- Two or more F's or a GPA less than 2.0
- Two or more Unexcused absences
- Two or more school suspensions
Athletics
The TLA Fall Sport Pictures are ready! Here is the link to your Gallery. The download password is TLAMarketing . If any families would like to purchase images, there is a promotional code for 20% off through November (“Go20”).
Upcoming Athletic Events-
10/26 - 10/28 MS Volleyball - St. Andrews Tournament schedule will be emailed to families.
11/2 - Fall Athletic Awards Banquet @ 6:00 p.m.
Winter and Spring Sport Sign-Up - If you have not yet signed up for a winter or spring sport, there is still time. Complete the TLA Athlete Interest Form to sign up. All scholars need to have a current sports physical (or alternate year card), athletic forms submitted on Skyward, and all fees paid on their scholar account to be eligible to participate.
High School Cheer Information:
Clinics will be held on November 6th and 7th from 3:45-4:45 pm
Tryouts will be November 8th at 4:45 pm. Scholars must leave the building and return to TLA for the tryouts, just like for intramural sports.
There have been many additions to our athletic schedules. Please follow the TLA Athletic Schedule and download the app to receive real-time updates.
Available TLA Coaching Positions
TLA has multiple athletic coaching positions available. If you are interested, please follow the link below for more information and apply through the TLA Website. TLA Job Postings
College and Career
Junior Planning Meetings
If your scholar is a Junior it is time to schedule their Junior Planning Meeting. This 11th grade conference is designed with your scholar’s individual plan and needs in mind to focus on their interests, education and career development. We highly encourage your participation in this conference as we discuss the following:
- Vision for the future
- Needs based on post secondary plans (work, military, 2 year or 4 year college/university)
- Educational Plans/Course Selection
- High School Graduation Requirements
- Letters of Recommendation
- Scholarships
Junior Planning Meetings will take approximately 30 minutes. Please call (608) 690-5117 or email Mrs. Wolf (erin.wolf@tlabeloit.com) to schedule your scholar's meeting. By working together we can strive towards a meaningful educational experience and a productive plan as determined by your scholars' needs!
Manufacturing Month
This month we are learning about Manufacturing careers. High school scholars interested in manufacturing attended a field trip to Scot Forge. Scholars learned about the company, went on tour, meet with a current employer, and learned about work-based learning opportunities available through Scot Forge. Middle and high school scholars interested in manufacturing attended a career panel where a representative from Cotta and Nohr, LLC shared information about their manufacturing businesses.
Message From the Deans
Hello TLA Families,
As always we continue to see growth in our scholars and the drive to be the very best. As of late we have noticed an increase in inappropriate/rude language from scholars at TLA. Mr. Cieplewski & Mrs. Gile addressed homerooms this week for middle and high school. Mr. Anderson has also talked to primary scholars about using our virtues of respect when interacting with peers. Please speak to your scholars and remind them about appropriate language at school and work.
Another reminder ... .parents make sure you are checking your scholars accounts for charges as well. Any scholars that need a new ID are charged a $1 fee to their account. Any questions please let us know.
Thank you for all of your support. Let's have a great year!!
Ryan Anderson, Dean K4-5th Grade (ryan.anderson@tlabeloit.com)
Robert Cieplewski, Dean 6th-12th Grade (robert.cieplewski@tlabeloit.com)
Mr. Anderson
Mr. Cieplewski
Community Connection
Artists
Ms. Cole and a group of art scholars helped Associated Bank paint their business windows for a United Way Contest. Can you guess what book series they painted characters from?
Miss Teen Beloit 2024 Opportunity
Miss Teen Beloit will be held later this Spring but they are holding an informational session on October 22nd at the Beloit Memorial High School Library.
Miss Teen Beloit participants must be between the ages of 13-18 and must live or attend school in Beloit and provides a great opportunity to:
- Boost Self-Confidence
- Build/Add to a Resume
- Enhance Speaking Skills
- Receive Scholarship/Award Money
- Make Lifelong Friends
- Give Back to the Community
You can fill out the Interest Form with the QR Code here.
Discounted Internet
You may qualify for free or discounted internet. See the flyer here for more information!!!
Toys for Tots--Opportunity to Sign Up
If you are interested in registering to receive items later this year, you may register HERE.
The Lincoln Academy
Email: info@tlabeloit.com
Website: https://www.thelincolnacademybeloit.com/
Location: 608 Henry Avenue, Beloit, WI, USA
Phone: 608 690 5100
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