LaCoste Elementary Newsletter
2024-2025 School Year/Week of Sept. 16th - 20th
Principal's Note
Greetings, LCE Parents!
Students have finished another successful week here at LaCoste, thanks to our dedicated staff! I am so proud of the accomplishments of our students thus far! Thank you to all our parents for your continued support too.
Monday is a student holiday but a staff PD day. Teachers have scheduled parent conferences for the morning from 8-11AM. Please be sure to check in in the front office and get a visitors badge before entering the building. If you are unable to make your scheduled conference time be sure to contact the front office for more assistance.
Don’t forget that our first Attend-Dance and Volunteer Information Night is on Wednesday, September 25th from 5:30-6:30pm. The session will focus on attendance protocols and procedures followed by volunteer information. An invitation regarding this event was sent home and posted in our Parent Newsletter. I hope to see lots of participation for this informative session.
I want to wish everyone a safe and relaxing 3 day weekend! Have fun and I look forward to seeing students back on Tuesday!
LaCoste Elementary Fall Picture Day is on Wednesday, Oct. 2nd.
Please click HERE to pre-order your photo package online.
Our school code is EVTRDRVTC.
All students will be photographed on Oct. 2nd. Photos will be sent home approximately 4 weeks after Picture Day. If you chose not to pre-order, you will receive a proof and another chance to order at that time.
Retakes will be photographed on Nov. 13th. More information will be sent home about Retake photos closer to that date.
Car Pick Up Reminder
Save the Date! Sept. 25th - Family Atten-Dance and Volunteer Info Night
LaCoste FCA
Students of the Week
1st Grader - Lucy McGinnis
Lucy is very enthusiastic about learning. She does her best to stay focused and follows directions quickly and quietly. Lucy has a wonderful work ethic and tries hard on all of her assignments. She encourages her friends to do their best and to make good choices in the classroom. She is a true leader and I am so grateful to have such an amazing student in my classroom
3rd Grader - Liam Trowbridge
Liam is so kind and helpful to his peers and his teachers. He works very hard in each class and strives to do his best every day. Liam is a wonderful example to his classmates and has integrity in everything he does.
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
I will be going into 4th grade and 2nd grade classes this upcoming week, and finishing respect lessons the following week with kindergarten.
Kindergarten - Students will learn to respect others personal space, boundaries and how to advocate for themselves. We will also talk about personal body safety in accordance with Erin’s Law.
2nd grade - Respect lesson from CharacterStrong: Students will identify a problem and determine if it is big or small. They will learn about different choices they have when encountering conflicts.
4th grade - Students will watch/hear the story “A Wrinkled Heart” and interact by wrinkling/unwrinkling their own paper heart. They will learn that words hold a lot of power and the effect can not be erased completely. Eggs will be used as a demonstration and discussion of how they are different (colors/sizes) on the outside, but inside they are the same (we will be cracking them open!). A discussion will be held regarding diversity and how we all want to belong and be accepted. We will circle back to discussing the impact of words, advocating for yourself (what to say) and the need to report if someone is not being respectful with their words and will not stop.
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! Items are given to students and teachers to use in the classroom throughout the year. Your help is greatly appreciated!
Items in low supply: wide ruled notebook paper, plastic folders with brads, kleenex, plastic school boxes, hand sanitizer
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.
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!
MVHS JROTC Trained the LCE Flag Crew
Mrs. Lopez's class learned that Place Value is Sweet by making a banana splits!
Thank you to our PTO for helping with the Paw Shop!
MVHS Volleyball girls greeted students on Friday morning
Upcoming Events
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