LaCoste Elementary Newsletter
2024-2025 School Year/Week of Sept. 9th-13th
Principal's Note
Dear LCE Parents,
It’s hard to believe that we have completed our 5th week of school! Teachers and students have worked really hard in the last five weeks and I couldn't be prouder of all their efforts! Student success isn’t possible without parent support! That being said, thank you to all our parents for your continued involvement in all that we do here at LCE.
Next week is our final week of MAP testing that will give teachers a baseline of student levels of academic performance. The data collected will help guide teachers in planning effective instruction for individual students. During fall parent conferences, teachers will share where students are and where they need to be by the end of the year. Our goal is to grow every student one full year and ensure that they are prepared for the next grade level. I encourage every parent to commit to a face-to-face conference when it is scheduled by your child's classroom teacher. I have always believed that a student's academic success is only achievable when parents and teachers take on a team-like approach. Together students will excel because we are a team!
On September 25th we are hosting a very informative parent night where information regarding attendance, volunteering on campus, and much more will be provided. Please be on the lookout for the flier with more information coming soon! I look forward to seeing parents at this informative meeting!
As you begin to prepare for the week here are a few reminders:
Update parent contact information in Skyward as needed.
Students will only be released to parents if they have a school issued car-tag at dismissal. If you do not have a car-tag then you will need to present proper identification at the front office in order for your student to be released. Note-your identification must match what is recorded in Skyward otherwise the student will not be released.
5 tardies/early check-out equals 1 unexcused absences. Please ensure that students are present the entire school day.
If you have any questions reading campus policies and procedures please contact the front office for more information.
Have a great weekend and stay safe!
Save the Date! Sept. 25th - Family Atten-Dance and Volunteer Info Night
Students of the Week
1st Grader - Giovanni Vega
Giovanni is new to our campus but he has adapted excellently to our rules and procedures in the classroom and to LaCoste. He is very respectful to adults and his classmates. He is a great role model for others on how to walk quietly in the hallways. He is a joy to have in class.
4th Grader - Juliette Sanchez
Juliette always come to class ready to work. She participates in discussions, completes her work and has a great attitude.
LCE UIL Teams
If your 2nd-5th Grade would like to represent LCE in the district UIL competitions please contact their teacher. Please see below the for descriptions of events.
Lunch Visitors Schedule
PK & ECSE - 10:45am - 11:15am
Kinder - 11:00am - 11:30am
1st Grade - 11:20am - 11:50am
2nd Grade - 11:35am - 12:05pm
3rd Grade - 11:55am - 12:25pm
4th Grade - 12:10pm - 12:40pm
5th Grade - 12:45pm - 1:15pm
No Visitors on Friday or Testing Days
Counselor's Corner
We are sad to inform that Mrs. Buckaloo will be leaving LCE. The change is due to lower numbers on our campus this year. She will be going to Loma Alta Middle School and we wish her well. Due to the change Mrs. Rakowitz will be servicing all grade levels and will be adjusting her schedule to accommodate going into the classrooms to provide guidance lessons.
Internet Safety - 3rd-5th Grades
We are excited to collaborate with Ms. Piper on day sevens throughout the year in teaching Internet safety to grades 3rd-5th. We will be using NetSmartz’s Season 1 series “Into the Cloud.” Students will watch a very short part of the video each time they go to Keyboarding and a short discussion will follow. You can view the episodes by clicking here.
Here is an overview:
Episode 1: “Enter Badromeda” - Episode Theme: Digital Citizenship
Episode 2: “TMI” - Episode Theme: Online Privacy
Episode 3: “Rocket Bike” - Episode Theme: Cyberbullying
Episode 4: “Fact or Fake?” - Episode Theme: Misleading Information
Episode 5: “Checking In” - Episode Theme: Inappropriate Content
Episode 6: “Finding Vera” - Episode Theme: Reporting Unsafe Behavior
School Supplies Donation Request
We do not have the following school supplies and would appreciate any help with donations! Stores will soon be discounting items, so please pick up a few to donate if you can and deliver them to the front office or send them with your child with a note. Items are given to students and teachers to use in the classroom throughout the year. Your help is greatly appreciated!
Items in need: composition books, plastic school supply box
Items in low supply: wide ruled notebook paper, plastic folders with brads, kleenex
Community First Food Pantry
LCE is hosting a community Food Pantry. It is located in the front of the school and is accessible 24/7. Inventory is checked weekly to ensure there are items available.
It is accessible to families in need. If you are in great need, please contact the counseling department and we can provide additional resources.
Military Families
We know the challenges and sacrifices that come with moving to a new location, so we are excited to continue a mentoring program partnering with the MVHS JROTC cadets. The MVHS mentors will be paired up with referred LCE students with the goal being to establish rapport, build connections, and help by being a positive role model to the student. Many of the mentors have had similar experiences since they have parents in the military too. This program is for active duty military families only with children that may be struggling with the transition. Please reach out to Mrs. Rakowitz to learn more and if this program would be a good fit for your child.
Cara.Rakowitz@mvisd.org or 830-931-2243 x3004
Anchored4Life
Our Anchored4Life program will kick off in October, but we have student leaders from last year who are ready to support at any time! If you are a military family that has a parent deployed, soon to deploy or soon to return, reach out to our campus Military Liaison. We have free support kits that are given to students!
cara.rakowitz@mvisd.org or 830-931-2243 x3004Watch DOGS and MOMS
Our Watch D.O.G.S (Dads of Great Students) and M.O.M.S (Moms of Marvelous Students) allow positive adult role models to take part in the school day. They are extra eyes and ears on campus and have the opportunity to be a part of their child’s (or grandchild/niece/nephew) education.
Coach's Corner
If you can make sure your child or children have the proper shoes when they come to PE. If your child or children are sick and cannot participate in PE please provide a note with your child or children when they come to PE. We will always work with you on this matter but communication is key.
Our after School Softball season started this week. Mrs. Morrow will also help with the After School Sports Program this year. There are no tryouts, for this is not a Sports Program where we will be competing against other Schools. The girls will learn the basics and we will build from that each practice. 4th Grade Girls will have practice every Monday from 3:15PM - 4:15PM. 5th Grade Girls will have practice every Thursday from 3:15PM - 4:15PM. There will not be any makeup practices on days there is no School. The Softball Season will run from Monday September 9th to Friday November 8th. No need to purchase any equipment, if your child has a glove they are welcomed to bring it to practice. Please have their name on it, this would greatly be appreciated.
Permission forms have to be signed by the Legal Guardian and student to participate and must be returned and turned into the PE Department to participate. The Program will follow UIL Rules and my way of running the After School Sports Program. If your child or children participate they will need to be picked up no later than 4:30PM. A bus will not be provided for this Sports Program so please keep that in mind. If they are picked up 3 times after 4:30PM within the Sport season they will not be able to participate any longer for the remainder of the current Sport Season. The next Sport Season they will be able to participate but if they are picked up late 2 times within the Sport Season they will not be able to participate any longer in the After School Sports program for the remainder of the year.
If your child and or children are not passing they cannot sign up for the designated Sport Season. While participating in the after school sports program if their grades go below failing, they will not be able to participate any longer until they bring their grades up to passing.
Also if a student gets a referral, they are not allowed to participate in the sports program for the designated sport season. If the student does not get another referral then they can participate in the next designated sport season. If a student gets a referral while in the Sports Program they will not be able to continue with the current sport season and will not be allowed to participate in the next designated sport season. If you have any questions about the After School Sports Program feel free to email me at thomas.camacho@mvisd.org I thank you in advance for your efforts and support, it is greatly appreciated.
Softball - For 4th and 5th Grade Girls
Monday September 9th - Friday November 8th Monday (4th Grade) Thursday (5th Grade)
3:15PM - 4:15PM
The BSN LaCoste Store is not affiliated with PTO and supporting the LaCoste PTO is the first priority. Below is the link to the BSN LaCoste Store.
https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/texas/lacoste/lacoste-elementary-school
Free 5th Grade Girls Basketball Camp!
MVHS invites MVISD 5th & 6th grade girls to their Basketball Mini Camp. They will work to develop individual skills and a positive attitude towards athletics, school, and competition. If you are participating in a youth league or interested in playing basketball in middle school, this camp is for you. The camp is free and limited to the first 50 that register. They look forward to seeing you there!
Thank you to all the Grandparent that came to have breakfast with us!
5th Graders Learned About Taxation Without Representation
Ms. Raygosa's class located the Bering Strait on a map
A4L Team Leaders Gave a Deployment Kit to a Student that is Leaving
PTO Fundraiser is going strong! Thanks for all your support!
Mrs. Camarillo's class enjoying their blended learning reading center
Upcoming Events
Sept. 17th - Constitution Day
Sept. 18th - GT Parent Night
Sept. 20th - PTO Fundraiser - Big Kahuna Packets Due
Sept. 23rd - Student Holiday / Teacher Work Day
Sept 24th – MVISD Board Meeting
Sept. 25th – Atten-Dance and Volunteer Info Night @ 5:30pm
Sept. 26th - PTO Meeting - 5th Grade Performance
Sept. 27th - 1st 6 Weeks Report Card Posted to Skyward
Oct 2nd - Custodial Appreciation Day/ Fall Individual Picture Day
Oct. 10th - LCE Night of Family Learning
Oct. 11th - Kinder and 4th Field Trips/ PTO Fundraiser Delivery
Oct. 14th - 18th - Fall Break
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LaCoste Elementary
Email: LCENotify@mvisd.org
Website: lacoste.mvisd.com
Location: Medina Valley Independent School District LaCoste Elementary School, 16069 Uvalde Street, LaCoste, TX, USA
Phone: 830-931-2243 3000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LaCosteMV