3-School Newsletter

Wednesday 8/21 - First Day of School

Thursday 8/29 - Train Day Field Trip

Monday 9/2 - No School in observance of Labor Day

A Note from our New Principal

Hello Seward and Moose Pass Communities,

I’m Scott Lefebvre, and I am thrilled to step into the role of Principal at Seward Middle School and Moose Pass Elementary School. The opportunity to work with such vibrant and dedicated communities is truly exciting for me. My passion lies in fostering positive relationships and creating an environment where students, parents, and staff feel supported and valued. I believe that when we collaborate and build strong connections, we lay the foundation for a successful and enriching educational experience. I look forward to meeting each of you and working together to make our schools a place where everyone thrives. Whether you have suggestions to share, something to celebrate, concerns that need attention, or simply want to connect, I'm all ears.

Thank you for welcoming me to these wonderful communities—I’m eager to get started on this journey with you all!

Warm regards-,

Scott Lefebvre

Feel free to contact me at:

Office: 907.224.9025

Email: slefebvre@kpbsd.k12.ak.us

Any questions or concerns?

Please reach out to our Principal, Mr. Scott Lefebvre: slefebvre@kpbsd.k12.ak.us

or our school secretary Susanna Litwiniak: SLitwiniak@kpbsd.k12.ak.us

Dates to Remember

• Wednesday, August 21 - First Day of School!! Welcome Back!
• Thursday, August 29 - Field Trip to Spencer Glacier

Field Trips

If you are interested in joining your student on any field trips this year, you must complete volunteer paperwork here: https://kpbsd.org/departments/assistant-superintendent/instructional-services/hr/volunteer/. The process can take up to 2 weeks so please plan ahead.

Help Wanted!!

We are in need of a custodian again this year. The position is 4 hours per day, 5 days per week. There is also an opportunity to be a substitute custodian. In that position, you can work up to 5 days per week or as few as 1. If you are interested in the permanent position, please follow this link and apply for Job ID 10136: https://www.applitrack.com/kpbsd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Support+Staff&subcategory=Custodian To apply for the substitute position, click on this link: https://kpbsd.org/departments/assistant-superintendent/instructional-services/hr/substitute-information/. Thank you.

Emergency Drills

We will be conducting a fire drill, A.L.I.C.E. drill, and earthquake drill sometime during the first 10 days of school.

Substitutes

Cooper Landing School is in need of substitutes for all positions: teacher, instructional aide, special education aide, secretary, and custodian. If you are interested, please go to the KPBSD website to apply: https://kpbsd.org/departments/assistant-superintendent/instructional-services/hr/substitute-information/ Teacher substitutes need only have a high school diploma or GED. A teaching certificate is not required.

Donation Link

If you would like to make an online donation to our school with your credit card, here is a link: https://kpbsd.revtrak.net/k-12-schools/Cooper-Landing/cooper-landing-fundraiser/ Please note that a fee of 4.4% will be added to the total. Thank you for your support!

Welcome Back: We are looking forward to a new and bright year in Hope. Our students first day of school is August 21st. Arrival time begins at 8:45. First period begins promptly at 9:00 am. Dismissal is at 3:30 pm. Thank you to all who took the time to re-enroll your students and update all forms and information. Hopefully each of you remembered to sign up to attend field trips and participate in school functions, etc. If not please visit https://kpbsd.org/departments/assistant-superintendent/instructional-services/hr/volunteer/ You may contact us at 907-782-3202 with any questions you may have but before you do, please check your email. We have tried to think ahead about information you may want or need and send an email inclusive of that information.

FIELD TRIPS: Your teachers and administrator have been busy planning field trips already. Please remember that the volunteer process must be completed for those who will be participating as chaperones, etc. We want parent involvement and find it to be very important to our students experiences in our school. Paperwork will be provided by the teachers you. They are handling the entire process. Please help them to meet their deadlines in order for your student(s) to participate. Please see your student(s) teacher with any questions you may have or forms you may need.

As part of our school emergency plan, we have attached a letter providing you with information you will find important. Student safety is our number one job. Cindy McKibben has prepared a letter for your family to ensure you know how we communicate during an Emergency event. Your cooperation is essential in an emergency. Please review the attached letter for School Emergency.

Please visit our school website for information at any time during the school year. Also, like and follow us on facebook.

Upcoming Events

August 21st: First Day of School

August 23rd: Drill Practices for Hope School

August 29th: Spencer Glacier Field Trip