Eagles' News from the Lake

Community: Lakewood SY25 Master Calendar (Table Form) This is a live comprehensive calendar for the entire school year. We will continue to make updates as events are added. This link is from our Community Playbook - your comprehensive source of Lakewood Elementary information. I hope this helps in knowing what is happening at Lakewood, as well as supporting schoolwide programs. Please note PTA calendar items are listed on the calendar as well.

Monday, 20 January 2025, we invite our Lakewood community to reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy of service and justice. To honor the National Day of Service, we encourage families to participate in acts of kindness and community service. Whether it’s volunteering, donating to a local cause, or simply helping a neighbor, every effort counts.

For ideas and resources, check out local service opportunities here. Let’s come together to make a difference and continue Dr. King’s work of building a better tomorrow.

MCPS uses a color-coded system to communicate normal operations to school closures. Please click on the picture below to read and learn more. Be sure to sign up to receive MCPS emergency information as well as download the Remind app to stay in the know.

We hope this message finds you well. We wanted to share information about the upcoming Winter MAP and DIBELS testing, which will take place after the winter break and conclude by 28 January 2025.

• Grades K-2: Scholars will take the MAP Primary (MAP P) and DIBELS assessments.

• Grades 3-5: Scholars will take the MAP Reading (MAP R) and Math (MAP M) assessments to evaluate their progress in these subjects.

Your child’s homeroom teacher will provide specific testing dates and details.

Additionally, our Emergent Multilingual Learners will participate in the WIDA ACCESS testing to measure English language proficiency. This testing will run throughout January and close on 18 February 2025, starting on or around 8 January 2025. The makeup window is 19 February 2025 thru 4 March 2025.

For more information about the WIDA ACCESS test, click here.

Thank you for your continued support of our scholars. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

Effective December 4, 2024, MCPS will be disabling and collecting older Acer model Chromebooks because they have reached end-of-life and should no longer be in use.

• The models being retired include the Acer C720, C740, C738, and C771.

• These Acer devices are currently being used in limited settings, including for home use and to run kiosks or signage in schools.

• Students currently using one of the listed Acer Chromebook models should return their device to Mrs. McCaffrey in the Media Center.

• Students who need a device for home use can submit a request for a new device by completing the Home Use form.

• To avoid a disruption in access to a device while at home, students should complete the form prior to devices being disabled on December 4, 2024.

Please take a moment to update your child’s emergency contact information in Synergy-ParentVue. This is essential for both daily operations and in case of emergencies. Below are key points to remember:

• Ensure all emergency contacts are current in Synergy, including parents and caregivers.

• All individuals listed as contacts must have a valid ID when picking up scholars.

• During a Parent-Child Reunification (PCR) process in the event of an emergency, we will only release scholars to individuals on the contact list with proper identification.

Keeping this information up-to-date is crucial to ensuring the safety and smooth dismissal of scholars, both in routine and emergency situations. Thank you for your attention and cooperation-much appreciated!

The Restorative Approaches Unit has created a resources hub for parents and caretakers. The hub is located in a canvas classroom. Please click the link to enroll. We hope you find the resources helpful. At Lakewood, we implement Zones of Regulations and Community Building Circles daily throughout the learning day.

MCPS is implementing the use of the Remind app for schools. Communication, such as text messages, email or phone calls can be selected in a preferred language. Lakewood ES is up and running! Be sure to download the app today!

Parents

• Getting Started for Parents

Click on the button below to access the new Meal Viewer for Lakewood

Additionally, to learn more about the MySchoolBucks online payment system, which helps you manage your child’s meal account.

If you have not already done so, please check out our Lakewood Community Playbook. We want to provide easy access to the information you need. Please feel free to share any suggestions and feedback. We want to make this work for you! Click the photo below.

Get ready to celebrate our school spirit. Every Friday is spirit wear day. Check out our new spirit wear designs and latest deals! https://lakewoodspiritwear.com/. Proceeds of sales go back to the school.

1. You can access the PTA membership directory online anytime!

Here are the directions on how to access the online membership directory: https://shorturl.at/8CIpn

(Directory information includes other PTA members' contact information. This is a great way to see who is in your neighborhood or get in touch with other parents to set up playdates!)

2. Don't forget to update your family's contact information and directory publish preferences! Please update your information (if applicable) by 1/17/2025. Here are the directions on how to update your family's contact information: https://shorturl.at/slpQ9

3. Fill out THIS FORM (https://forms.gle/aAwUxpajSGDgDHQr8) if you would like a printed copy of the PTA membership directory (2024-2025). Please complete the form by 1/24/2025.

In an effort to offer a variety of activities, we’ve added some exciting new classes and expanded options for K-1st grades! Please visit lakewoodpta.org to enroll your scholar(s).

Many of the vendors have scholarship programs for families in need of financial relief. Please contact the vendor directly for more information (their email/phone number can be found on their websites).

Once you’ve received confirmation of enrollment from the vendor, please inform your scholar(s)’s teacher of the program and dates that they’ll be attending.

Questions: Please contact enrichmentchair@lakewoodpta.org

Please donate your gently used clothing and shoes. You will see the yellow bin near our entrance to the parking lot. This is a positive way to contribute to the environment and community. Partnering with Planet Aid makes it all so easy! Lakewood earns 10 cents per pound and will use this money for scholars and staff. Planet Aid accepts clothing, shoes, and other textiles (for example, bedding, towels, and curtains). This means that there is no need to separate items based on their condition. Even items that are stained, torn, or frayed can be recycled, so drop off your worn-out items, too! The only articles of clothing we cannot accept are those that are dirty, wet, or moldy.Thank you in advance.

Yours in Partnership.

Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/lakewoodes/
Location: 2534 Lindley Terrace, Rockville, MD 20850, USA
Phone: 240.740.5750
Twitter: @PrincipalLES5