May 24th 2024

Greetings TLA Family!

Another strong week!! Seeing our scholars and staff continue to focus on learning and growth is important as we get closer to summer. We need to make sure we take advantage of every minute in our classrooms and the dedication to learning and joy continues!!

Upcoming Events:

5/27 - NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day

5/28 - Yearbook Order Deadline

5/31 - Clever Free Day / Elementary Track and Field Day (flyer below)

6/3 - Primary Awards Ceremony (K4 - 1st 8:15 - 9:00 am & 2nd - 4th 9:15 - 10:00 am)

6/4 - Middle School Awards Ceremony (8:15 - 9:00 am)

6/4 - High School Awards (3:00 - 3:45 pm)

6/5 - Last Day of School for Scholars - End of Year Carnival --Noon Dismissal

As we get ready for another four-day week, its important that we continue to partner together to make sure our year continues as well as it started! Go Lions!!

Tavi Riddle, Principal K4-5th (tavi.riddle@tlabeloit.com)

Janae Gile, Principal 6th-12th (janae.gile@tlabeloit.com)

If you'd like to see the menu for breakfast or lunch, please follow this link. 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.

Healthy meals for kids and teens will be available for FREE at TLA July 10th-August 2nd!!

• Breakfast: 8:00-8:30 am
• Lunch: 12:00-12:30 pm

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 held our last meeting for this school year this past Tuesday. HERE are the notes from the meeting and we look forward to seeing everyone next school year at our meetings!!

As part of TLA’s year end process, 3rd through 11th grade scholars will be returning their Chromebooks and chargers on Monday, June 5th. 3rd and 4th grade scholars should return the charger that was issued at the beginning of the year. Middle and High School scholars have their charger numbered to match their TLA email address (so if Jane Doe’s email is JD0123@tlascholar.com, his charger will have 0123 in silver on it.

Scholars returning a different scholar’s charger or not returning a charger at all may be charged a $25 replacement fee if their issued charger is not returned. If a scholar has lost their school-issued charger and purchased a replacement on their own, they will not be charged for returning that charger.

It's incredible how quickly the school year is coming to a close! As we prepare for its end, it's important to start planning for the retrieval of medications from the health office. Unfortunately, we're unable to store medications over the summer for the following school year's use. Please refer to the email correspondence for details on scheduling medication pick-up. Only families who have supplied medication for school use will receive an email. It's been a pleasure caring for and supporting the health needs of our scholars this year. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to Karla Smith, School Nurse, at (608) 690-5112.

Order your yearbook today for only $40!! Orders deadline was extended to May 28th and can be ordered online by clicking HERE or returning a paper order form.

• As Quarter 4 is coming to a close, please be sure all missing assignments are turned in for credit
• For middle school, any late assignments are due by Wednesday
• For high school, any late assignments are due by Friday
• Final report cards will be sent home, along with MAP Growth, PreACT, and ACT reports
• Forward Exam reports are not available until fall
• Please keep your child reading over the summer to combat the summer slide

Our school-wide May attendance competition continues! Here are the current homeroom standings for perfect attendance days (as of 5/23/24):

• For K4-1st, Ms. King/Mr. Aceves’ class and Ms. Rutledge/Ms. Davies’ class are tied for the lead with 7 days of perfect attendance!
• For 2nd-4th, Ms. Smith/Ms. Bruno’s class is in the lead with 9 days of perfect attendance!
• For middle school, Ms. Curtis/Mr. Perez’ class is in the lead with 5 days of perfect attendance!
• For high school, Mr. Davie’s class is in the lead with 6 days of perfect attendance!

Our current overall attendance percentage at TLA is 93.83%. This is an increase of 0.01% from the previous week. School is in session until June 5th, so let’s BE PRESENT EVERYDAY as we work towards our 95% goal!

Congratulations to the middle school track team on their outstanding performance at the OLA Invitational! The Lions came out in dominating fashion, placing in the top three in multiple relays and individual events at Thursday’s meet. It was a great way to end the season. Thank you to all the family and friends who came to support!!!

Upcoming Athletic Events:

Thursday, May 30th - TLA Spring Athletic Awards Banquet 5:30 pm (TLA Gym)

**Practice and Competition times, locations, and bus times can be found on the TLA Athletic Schedule.

TLA families, we invite you to honor the hard work and dedication of our spring athletes and coaches at the TLA Spring Athletic Awards Banquet. This is a special evening where we celebrate their achievements and the bonds they've formed. Join us on Thursday, May 30th 5:30-6:30 p.m. Please find the attached invite for more information and to RSVP.

TLA Spring Athletic Awards Invitation

We are learning about education careers this month. Scholars interested in the field participated in a career panel with TLA staff. Scholars had the opportunity to learn about each staff members' career path and ask questions about why they became teachers, what motivates them, and benefits of working in a K4-12 building. We love sharing our expertise with scholars and hope to spark interest in many of them to come back and teach at TLA.

Rotary Club of Beloit sponsored three TLA scholars to attend the Rotary Leadership Training Program for sophomores. The camp is designed to build future leaders and Rotarians who exemplify the Rotary four way test:

• Is it the Truth?
• Is it fair to all concerned?
• Will it build good will and better friendships?
• Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

Scholars enjoyed their time networking with other high schoolers from around the state. They also had fun competing in leadership activities and exploring Upham Woods.

This summer TLA boys have the opportunity to participate in Today's Dreamers, Tomorrow's Leaders: Inspiring young men to embrace their futures. It is a free summer program for men in 5-10th grade. Scholars will be required to complete five speaker sessions before attending the event on August 22, 2024. Scholars will also have the opportunity to shop for professional dress attire to wear at the event. All sessions will take place at the Joel Barrett Boys and Girls Club. Sign up here.

Dear TLA Families,

As Memorial Day weekend approaches, we hope you are planning to enjoy this special time with your loved ones. This holiday is not only an opportunity to honor and remember those who have served our country but also a chance to relax and make cherished memories with family and friends. We want to wish you all a safe, enjoyable, and memorable Memorial Day weekend!!!

Sincerely,

Mr. Ryan Anderson, 4K-4th Grade Dean of Scholars

Mr. Robert Cieplewski, 6th-11th Grade Dean of Scholars

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