I hope this newsletter finds you well and filled with warmth as we enter the beautiful season of Thanksgiving. It is with deep gratitude and immense joy that we write to you today, expressing our sincere appreciation for your continued support in our journey to nurture and educate your children.

First and foremost, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for entrusting us with the education and well-being of your precious little ones. We understand the trust you place in our school, and we are genuinely thankful for the partnership we have formed with you in the pursuit of your child's academic success. Your involvement in your child's education makes a world of difference, and for that, we are truly grateful.

As we navigate through this school year, we'd like to emphasize the importance of two key elements that play a significant role in your child's growth and development: regular attendance and practice at home.

1. Attendance: Attending school regularly is paramount for your child's academic success. It provides the opportunity for consistent learning and the building of strong social connections with peers. Please make every effort to ensure that your child attends school punctually and consistently.

2. Practicing Reading and Math at Home: Encouraging your child to read and practice math at home not only reinforces what they learn at school but also instills a lifelong love for learning. Simple activities like reading together or solving math problems can have a profound impact on your child's progress.

Remember, we are here to support you and your child in any way we can. If you ever have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to our dedicated team of teachers, staff, and administrators. We are always here to listen, provide guidance, and work together to ensure your child's success.

We are looking forward to a wonderful Thanksgiving season, celebrating the blessings of family, friends, and the gift of education. As we approach this special holiday, may your hearts be filled with gratitude, and may you enjoy quality time with your loved ones.

Once again, thank you for your unwavering support. We are deeply appreciative of the trust you have placed in us and are committed to providing the best education and nurturing environment for your children.

Wishing you a joyous and blessed Thanksgiving!

Warm Regards,

Shavan R. Galindo

Primary Principal

Our students in our Head Start program are provided a free school lunch in the classroom daily. In kindergarten and first grade students are able to pack a lunch from home or they can eat a lunch from the cafeteria.

All Primary students will be issued a student id badge that will be used on the bus (if school transportation is used), in the cafeteria to scan for breakfast and lunch, and in the library to check out books.

What is Teamwork?

Teamwork is the ability to work in unity with others towards a common goal. For us to learn how to become team players, it is important that we learn to listen, encourage our peers, and allow and invite others to contribute their talents and skills.

Why focus on Teamwork?

• Teamwork improves communication: Teamwork helps us improves our verbal and non-verbal communication skills, conveying that we care and a relevant message.
• Teamwork builds interpersonal awareness: Growing a great team requires us to first build strong relationships through better understanding ourselves and others.
• Teamwork celebrates diversity. Teamwork thrives from diverse ideas that come from a mixture of different genders, cultures, expertise, experience, and problem-solving approaches.

Teamwork in Action:

• Call them a team, not a class or group. A group consists of many different people. A team, however, has a common purpose and a shared responsibility for success.
• Require teams to set expectations for and manage their own behavior. Do not tell teams what type of behavior is expected -- let them decide for themselves with a Social Contract.
• Teach and encourage affirmations. Giving affirmations helps connect the team and builds trust, promotes engagement, and boosts a positive culture.

• November 1: National Authors Day
• November 2: U.S. General Election Day
• November 3: National Men Make Dinner Day
• November 4: National Candy Day
• November 5: National Redhead Day
• November 6: National Nachos Day
• November 8: National Parents as Teachers Day
  
• November 9: World Adoption Day
• November 10: U.S. Marine Corps Birthday
• November 11: Veterans Day, National Sundae Day
• November 12: Chicken Soup for the Soul Day
• November 13: World Kindness Day
• November 14: National Pickle Day
• November 15: National Clean Out Your Fridge Day, National Drummer Day
• November 16: National Fast Food Day
• November 17: National Take a Hike Day
• November 18: National Apple Cider Day
• November 21: World Hello Day
• November 23: Eat a Cranberry Day
• November 25: National Parfait Day
• November 26: National Small Business Saturday
• November 27: National Pie in the Face Day
• November 28: National French Toast Day
• November 29: National Square Dance Day

Email: shavan.galindo@lytleisd.org
Website: https://www.lytleisd.org/domain/27
Location: 19126 North Prairie Street, Lytle, TX, USA
Phone: 8307095140
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Twitter: @LytlePrimary