Lake Seneca Family Newsletter

Dear Lake Seneca Families,

Thank you to everyone who joined last week’s “Hanging with Mr. Henderson” Principal’s Coffee! It was a wonderful opportunity to connect, share insights, and strengthen our school community. Your participation and thoughtful questions and honest feedback truly made it a success.

For those who couldn’t attend or would like a recap, key takeaways from the meeting are included in this newsletter. I hope you find this summary helpful in staying informed and engaged.

As always, I am here to support you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, ideas, or need assistance.

Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to our Lake Seneca community. Here’s to another great week ahead!

Always Learning, Always Growing!

Mr. Henderson

Monday, November 18:

• Flag Football/Soccer 3:45-4:45
• Street Outreach Network: 3:45-4:30
• Karate: 3:45-4:45

Thursday, November 14: WIZE STEAM After school Club 3:45-4:30

Monday, November 25: Early Release for Conferences; 12:55 dismissal

Tuesday, November 26: Early Release for Conferences; 12:55 dismissal

Thank you to everyone who joined last week’s “Hanging with Mr. Henderson” Principal’s Coffee! It was a huge success with about 30 family members participating. Your engagement made it a special event.

The focus of our gathering was on Community Circles. We had the opportunity to participate in these circles, allowing families to share what is going well so far this school year for them and their child(ren), as well as provide valuable feedback on areas they would like to see improve at Lake Seneca.

For those who couldn’t attend or would like a recap, the slides from the presentation are included in this newsletter. We hope you find this information helpful in staying connected and informed.

Thank you so much to everyone who reached out to offer assistance! I am thrilled to share that four parents stepped up and volunteered to help with the tax filings for the PTA. Your generosity and commitment is appreciated.

I can’t express enough appreciation for their help and the way our community comes together for the benefit of our children. This collective spirit is what makes Lake Seneca so special, and our children deserve nothing but the best.

With this essential step almost completed, we are on track to re-establishing our PTA and ensuring its success. Thank you for being an invaluable part of this journey and for your continued dedication to our school community.

This year, our theme is "Always Learning, Always Growing," a reminder of our dedication to continuous improvement and lifelong learning.

In the spirit of growth, we are excited to share that an MCPS employee from Waters Landing Elementary, who is currently pursuing their doctorate, is conducting important research on the pacing of the MCPS curriculum. They are seeking valuable feedback from families across the community to gain insights into experiences related to this topic.

As a doctoral student myself, I understand the importance of community input and support. I encourage you to take a moment to participate in their survey and contribute to this important research.

Please see the flyer below for more information on how to get involved.

Winter is coming and with it can bring inclement weather. Please be sure to familiarize yourself with the color code statuses and don't miss our Superintendent's Video linked below as well.

• Green: Normal Operations
• Yellow: Delayed Opening
• Blue: Early Dismissal
• Red: Schools and Offices Closed
• Orange: Schools Closed Offices Telework

We're excited to announce this year's Yearbook Cover Contest! Our theme is Always Learning, Always Growing—a wonderful opportunity for students to create a cover that reflects this inspiring message. Encourage your child to get creative, perhaps with a design featuring elements like a tree or flower with students actively learning and growing together!

Important Details:

- All instructions for the contest are included in the attached flyer.

- All cover submissions are due by Monday, December 2.

If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher. Thank you for helping us make this yearbook memorable for our students!

We are excited to share a special opportunity with you! Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) has partnered with Schaeffer’s Piano Company, Inc., to provide new grand, upright, and digital pianos for our schools. As part of this partnership, MCPS families and staff can also purchase these and other in-stock pianos at significantly reduced prices during an exclusive piano sales event.

This year's event will be held from November 16–24, 2024, at Schaeffer’s Piano Company, located at 105 North Stonestreet Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850. Sales are by appointment only, allowing you the chance to purchase before the pianos are available to the public. Each piano comes with a 15-year transferable warranty, a bench, and one free in-home tuning.

For more information, please visit Schaeffer’s Piano Company, Inc. or call their appointment desk at 301-424-1147 to schedule your visit between November 16–24, 2024.

We are proud to collaborate with Schaeffer’s Piano Company, Inc., in supporting our school music programs and ensuring our students have access to high-quality instruments. If you have any questions, please contact them at 301-424-1144.

At Lake Seneca Elementary, we are committed to ensuring that all students have the tools they need for success, including access to a device and reliable Wi-Fi at home. To help us determine which students need these resources, we are asking families to complete a brief survey.

For students who need a device at home, families can submit the Student Home Use Chromebook Request form. Once submitted, the student’s information will be verified for take-home device eligibility, and a Chromebook will be sent to the school for the student to check out. Please note that students will not be required to bring the home-use Chromebook to and from school. The request form is available in both English and Spanish for your convenience.

If your family needs Wi-Fi access, you can also request a MiFi device by notifying a staff member, who will complete the Student MiFi Request form on your behalf.

We are here to support you and ensure every student has the resources they need. If you have any questions or need assistance with these requests, please contact the school office.

We understand that enrolling your children in before and after care can be a financial challenge. That's why Global Children's Center is committed to helping families access scholarship programs that make care more affordable. If you need assistance with enrollment or would like more information about our scholarship options, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Voucher Specialist, Ms. Naureen, at vouchers@globalchildrenscenter.com. We're here to help!