Eagles Friday Update!

Dear Families,

February marks the beginning of Black History Month, a time for reflection, learning, and celebration. This month, we honor the achievements, contributions, and rich history of Black Americans, past and present. It is a time to inspire our students to learn about influential figures such as Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman, and so many others who have shaped our world in remarkable ways.

At our school, we are committed to providing students with opportunities to explore these important stories through lessons, activities, and discussions. We believe that by celebrating Black history, we can help nurture empathy, respect, and understanding.

Soaring Together,

April Holder

Science Bowl competition results from Coach Miller: We were in the Top 10 for our class in the state. We were in 8th place officially. They did a great job, there are three rounds of the competition. They got 14/15 questions correct on their team competition round and they got 14/15 on their experiment competition round. Harrison Graf, Flynn Carroll, Analiese Doster and Abigail Shireman competed in the individual round. Harrison got a perfect score. Other members of the team were Lily Jacobi, Deegan Pate, Remi Engleman, and Sophia Price.

New links have been updated to allow easy access to the website and menu.

Are you looking for a job with flexible hours that you can work while your kids are in school? Try out subbing in the classroom or our cafeteria! If interested apply at the links below:

• Classroom Sub apply @ https://app.hirenimble.com/jobview/73116
• Call Carrie Simler, x362 with questions about subbing in the classroom.
• Cafeteria Sub apply @ https://app.hirenimble.com/jobview/80095
• Call Sandy Denny, x250 with questions about subbing in the cafeteria.

SCHOOL HOURS: Monday-Thursday FRIDAY (EARLY DISMISSAL)

• 7:30 AM - Doors Open
• 7:55 AM - School day begins
• 2:45/2:15 (Friday) PM - Car Rider Dismissal
• 2:55/2:25 (Friday) PM - Bus Rider Dismissal

The school day begins promptly at 7:55AM. In the event that your child is tardy (any arrival after 7:55AM), please walk them into school so you can sign them in at the front office.

Please call the school office to report absences and late arrivals (after 9AM). If your call is not answered, leave a message with your name, the student's name, and the reason for the absence. Our secretary will review all messages and appropriately document your student's attendance. You may also report absences via email. (812) 952-3000 EXT 100 OR thompsona3@lanesville.k12.in.us

If your child requires a different method of getting home, please be sure to utilize the online Change of Transportation Form below. Change of Transportation Form Families should have received their individual codes via email. Contact information for bus drivers and routes can be found here:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/19lPe89B0HWTM8WEb-6BHZTWHPsQyqhhf/view?usp=sharing

If a parent wishes to send treats to school for his/her child’s birthday celebration, that parent must notify the child’s teacher at least one week in advance. ALL food items must be store-bought and include a list of ingredients due to numerous food allergies.

If you would like daily or weekly updates on school attendance, lunch accounts, grades and school discipline then sign up through Harmony. Log in to Harmony and select the menu tab, scroll down to notifications profile, set your profile settings as desired, then save your updates.

Our grading practice allows students to reassess if they get below a 70% on an assessment. The teachers will reteach and offer a retest. The grade can be replaced up to a max score of 80%. If a student did not put forth effort, refused or rushed then they can be given an option to redo the assessment without reteaching occurring. We also enter a 50% as the lowest grade to make sure that scores are not deflated from one grade.

Happy 3rd Quarter Eagle Families!

Over the next several weeks, we will be focusing on the third component of our Eagle Pledge:

Good Citizenship. This is such a fun topic to teach because there is SO much that encompasses displaying good citizenship.

Students have begun learning that citizenship relates to our "character" and "what kind of person we are." We discussed several character traits that we feel make us GOOD EAGLES: showing respect, being honest, helping others, being kind & caring, and including/accepting others.

This week, we dove specifically into 'Diversity' and how that relates to having good citizenship. Grade levels read stories such as, "The Crayon Box that Talked," "Chrysanthemum," and "The Judgmental Flower," while discussing the importance of accepting differences and celebrating the unique things that make each person special!

As always, please encourage your children to talk with you about what they are learning in guidance! If you are ever interested in extension activities or other books related to our lesson topics, please don't hesitate to ask! If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out!

Mrs. Steele (K-4): steeles@lanesville.k12.in.us

Mrs. Kaelin (5-6): kaelinc@lanesville.k12.in.us

Student athletes need to make sure they have completed Final forms. This gives your child permission to stay for tryouts, practices and games when held directly afterschool. Parents please join Eventlink.com for schedules and events. Go to eventlink.com and click create account. Add School and Notification Contact Points. Then Add Calendar by clicking on My Calendars - Manage My Calendars. This will keep you updated on events.

Any 5th or 6th grade girl interested in playing tennis this year; there is a parent meeting Wed. Feb 12th in the high school commons. This meeting is for parents AND players!

LES Athletics include: basketball, cheer, tennis, cross country and track. If you have questions about these sports please contact Zack Payne: paynez@lanesville.k12.in.us

The safety of our students and staff is our upmost priority. Our entrance doors remain locked at all times. Therefore, visitors must use our intercom system to be buzzed in the front doors. Entering the doors behind another visitor (piggybacking) is strictly prohibited. If you are entering the building for ANY reason, you are required to check in at the office and receive a visitor's badge.

If you or an adult family member would like to volunteer for field trips and school events. You need to complete a background check by September 13th. Please stop by the elementary office to complete the form.

• Bus #2 Ann Shaffer 502-296-6899
• Bus # 4 Jody Jones 812-968-3961 812-972-1620
• Bus #6 Chris Lasley 812-267-2101
• Bus #7 Sheila Emily 812-736-0177
• Bus # 8 Mike Emily 812-366-3623 812-596-0542
• Bus #11 Brook Clayton 812-461-8293
• Bus #13 Heather Baker 812-725-2505