LaCoste Elementary Newsletter
2024-2025 School Year/Week of Sept. 30th - Oct 4th
Principal's Note
Dear LCE Parents,
We finished another successful week here at LaCoste! Students have worked really well in their classrooms and continue to grow everyday in their knowledge of content taught. I am certain you saw the results of students learning if you were able to visit your student’s classroom during Open House. We had a great turn out and I am very appreciative that we have so much support in our community!
As we continue through the year opportunities for more parent involvement will be available. Next Thursday we will have our 2nd NFL, Night of Family Learning, from 5:30-7PM. It’s going to be a great night! We have lots of fun activities, food trucks, music, and more planned for the event! I hope to see greater participation than we had last year. Mark your calendars!
Our fall break is almost here and I know students are eager to have some time off. That being said, I want to encourage all students to be present for the entire week. There is so much learning that takes place in classrooms! Please ensure that your student is here on time every day!
Many of you may have noticed that Mr. Trejo has not been present in the afternoon during parent pick up to direct traffic. Mr. Trejo will return on the 21st following some mandatory training. However, we do have a Medina County Deputy on campus while Mr. Trejo is gone. I would ask that all parents continue to follow the traffic procedures implemented and monitored by Mr. Trejo. Our parent pick up time is completed efficiently and smoothly because all parents adhere to our procedures. I ask all parents to be patient and courteous as you wait in line to pick up your child. Please reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. My email is mirella.campbell@mvisd.org
As you begin to prepare for the week, here are some reminders:
Students will not be released to any adult without proper ID. Please have your driver's license/ID and cell phone with you when you arrive at the front office. You will be asked to show your ID and scan a QR code to complete a sign-out sheet for your student.
Extended absences for planned vacations or personal trips are not excused. Please refer to attendance procedures and rules in the Parent/Student handbook.
Parents are welcome to come and eat lunch with students during their designated lunch time Monday through Thursday, with the exception of Friday.
If you wish to volunteer on campus you will need to complete the training and fill out documentation in order to receive clearance. Reach out to the front office for more information.
I hope that you all have a wonderful weekend and enjoy your time with family.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Campbell
Homecoming Dress Up Week
Students of the Week
1st Grader - Jovanni Gomez
Jovanni has worked incredibly hard this week in class. He has focused on raising his hand and waiting to be called on and following directions on the carpet and his table spot. Jovanni has also worked hard to complete all of his classwork. Way to go Jovanni!
Pre-K - Mariana Vera
Mariana is a wonderful student to have in my class. She is always ready to learn and to participate. She is always smiling and is friends with everyone in the classroom. She is always ready to help her teachers or classmates.
October Students of the Month
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
Our character trait for October is Responsibility - taking action and understanding the impact of our choices. In October we target bullying prevention and also celebrate our healthy choice to commit to being drug free with Red Ribbon Week.
October counseling lessons:
PK - Students will learn good/bad choices and friendships can be affected.
Kinder - We will discuss rude vs. mean vs. bully, hear a story about how mean actions/words hurt our heart and then do any activity discussing kind/not kind actions/words.
1st - We will discuss rude vs. mean vs. bully. Students will learn the difference between tattling and reporting.
2nd - Students will learn what an upstander is.
3rd - We will discuss rude vs. mean vs. bully. Students will learn the difference between mean vs. friendly teasing.
4th - We will discuss rude vs. mean vs. bully. Students will sort the different types of conflict and time permitting will learn different types of conflict resolutions.
5th - We will discuss rude vs. mean vs. bully. Students will learn how gossip and rumors can be hurtful.
We have dress up days for Red Ribbon Week! Check them out relating to the theme for this year - “Life is a movie. Film Drug Free!”
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
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 x3004LCE Welcomed MSgt Godel Back Home!
A4L students giving reunification kits
Watch 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.
Baseball will be the next After School Sport and this will start on Monday December 2, 2024 and run through Friday February 7, 2025. This will be for 4th and 5th Grade Boys. Permission forms will be given to the boys 2 weeks prior during PE. We will not compete against other Schools, this program is meant to introduce the game to the boys and give them a basic foundation to build on.
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
Kinder Played Tug Of War in PE
Mr. Wedeman Teaching Magic Number to Mrs. Chiles' Class
LCE Garden Club Held Their First Meeting
Mrs. Brown's class butterflies, lovingly named Bean and Cheese, were set free
Mrs. Oliver's class released their Monarch Butterflies Butter and Cup
Mrs. Chiles Class Practiced Fluency Together
Mrs. Neal's class built houses and studied the effects of heat
LCE Sunshine Crew Greeted Students on Friday!
MVHS Education Intern, Ms. Amariani, helped Mrs. Villarreal's Class
Mrs. Villarreal's Class Made Creepy Carrots During Their Time in Library
Upcoming Events
Oct. 10th - LCE Night of Family Learning
Oct. 11th - Kinder and 4th Field Trips/ PTO Fundraiser Delivery
Oct. 14th - 18th - Fall Break
Oct 28th - Nov. 1st - Red Ribbon Week
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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