Lindbergh Gifted eNote

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I've had a great time learning about supporting gifted students, teachers, and parents at the NAGC conference along with several Lindbergh teachers. Thank you for your support of our attendance. One of my favorite things I've learned the past few days as the analogy of relationship building being like a Jenga game. Each block of trust and safety makes the foundation stronger, but every time a brick is pulled out that tower gets a bit more wobbly. One missing block is not going to cause a fall, but unless we fit blocks back in, at some point the tower will fall. I love that we all work together as a team of teachers, parents, and students to create a community of trust and safety to build these relationships for your gifted kiddos! I really value these relationships and truly believe they make a difference for our students!

I will still be out on Monday. If you need assistance with anything, please email Cathie Page (cpage@lindberghschools.ws) and/or Thomas Anderson (thomasanderson@lindberghschools.ws). Mr. Anderson will serve as the teacher in charge while I'm off site.

I also love the concept of focusing on students' strengths and looking at how the strengths correspond to common exceptionalities of our gifted students. Inattentive students may seem distracted, but they are also the dreamers who come up with new and innovated ideas. Impulsive students are willing take the risks that move the world forward. Hyperactive students have a lot of energy to accomplish taks. Check out this awesome graphic below.

Dates of Sale: 11/7 - 11/24

Date of Delivery to IDEA Center: week of 12/16 (Middle Schools too!)

Link to Website

https://shop-daisy-designs.myshopify.com/collections/leap?page=1. Or, scan the QR Code!

The Idea Center is a place where I learn about myself and others, use my brain, and be creative each day!

Click the link below to continue shopping and help us make our goal of selling 375 book!

Scholastic Book Fair Online Shop

Thanks for making a difference at the Idea Center!

Matteo A-H.--He helped me carry another student's stuff to Mrs. Brown's room. (Nominated by Ian H.)

Eli A-R., Simon B & Lincoln A--Organized the third fourth and fifth grade math books.

Molly B., Claire K., & Olivia W.--These girls stayed in from recess with two friends to help clean up the donut hole after snackcess.

Get ready to “Cozy Up with a Book” at our Used Book Sale December 2-6! The 5th Grade Space Camp Fundraising Committee is excited to host a Used Book Sale throughout that week, including a special Family Event the evening of Friday, December 6th. Send your student with cash to buy used books during their LEAP day ($1 per book), and then stop by the Idea Center from 5-7:30 pm on Friday to buy books, browse the 5th grade Maker's Market, craft with the kids, listen to special guest readers and drink hot cocoa. (Suggested donation $5/family.) The Family Event is open to all Lindbergh friends and family. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

RSVP for the Family Event or volunteer at leapptg.ptboard.com! We need volunteers to help set up the book sale after school on Tuesday, November 26, sell books during a morning shift, and assist with crafts, hot cocoa and book sales during the Family Event. We welcome volunteers from all grades of LEAP and PEGS families! WE ALSO NEED A VOLUNTEER WILLING TO WEAR THE FROSTY MASCOT COSTUME!

Used book donations will be accepted at the Idea Center through the final day of our Used Book Sale (December 6th).

Want to help a 5th grader go to Space Camp? Consider making a donation to the Space Camp Scholarship fun! Please share--Thank you so much!

https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/FADWWT6N9GE6J

We start collecting for Toys for Tots this Monday through December 2nd. Each classroom has their own goal! Please see the flyer below for more info!

Parents, periodically have your child login to Canvas in front of you (or log in as your child) to see what they see. You can see all the assignment instructions, learning materials, and retake information. We encourage you to talk with your child about how they use Canvas to access learning information and manage their work completion. This is a great way to check in to see how they are doing!

Seniors are invited to join Erica Keating, foundation director, and Carrie Maschmann, LHS graduate and Foundation scholarship recipient, on Thursday, Dec. 5, to get help with their scholarship applications. Students can come any time during Power Lunch to get help with Canvas questions, proofreading essays, or any other question you might have about Foundation Scholarships. Bring your lunch and join us during A or B lunch.

There will be one additional help session on Jan. 6 during Power Lunch.

I am very excited to let you know that MFAA 2025 started accepting applications from all high school students across Missouri on October 14. The deadline for applications is January 31, 2025. The link for applications is below. This is a great opportunity for high school artists, musicians, and dancers.

https://www.missouristate.edu/MFAA/default.htm

Monday (11/25)--Dr. Bednarick-Humes at National Association of Gifted Children Conference--Mr. Anderson will be Teacher in Charge

Wednesday-Friday, November 27-29--Thanksgiving Break!

December 2-6--Space Camp Used Book Fair

Friday, December 6--Cozy Up with a Good Book and Mini-Maker's Mart Event--5-7:30 pm

Monday, December 9--1st, 2nd, and 4th grade go to Penguin Patch at Kennerly for Holiday Shopping Opportunity

Tuesday, December 10--3rd and 5th grade go to Penguin Patch at Kennerly for Holiday Shopping Opportunity

Wednesday (12/11) and Friday (12/13)--Middle School LEAP Human Body Expo's

Thursday, December 12--4th Grade Strings Concerts (PEGS at 6 pm)

Friday, December 13--Elementary PEGS Spelling Bee

Tuesday, December 17--7 pm 5th Grade Strings Concert (PEGS at 7 pm)

Wednesday, December 18 5:15 pm New LEAPer Orientation at the Idea Center

Friday, December 20--1/2 Day--Elementary Winter Parties (10:45-11:45 am). Elementary Dismissal at noon.

6-7 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 3

LPAC Webinar Link

The Lindbergh Parent Advisory Council virtually presents “Building Social Connections Through Playdates and Hangouts,” presented by LenEll Kelley, behavior analyst, founder and clinical director of Developing Minds Therapy Services.

LenEll will help parents identify their role in preparing for a successful playdate or hangout, including how to help find peer matches, resolve potential conflicts, and the importance of flexibility with activities. And did you know how important the good-bye can be? LenEll will share ideas for parents with children of all ages.

Join Special School District and LPAC for this hour that promises to help you to help your child use social skills and develop friendships, ultimately building their self-esteem in the process.

Leave the holiday shopping for that special Lindbergh staff member to the Lindbergh Schools Foundation! For a donation of $15 or more, the Foundation will send a beautiful poinsettia and a personalized card. Elevate your gift by adding a touch of personalization with a choice of gift cards from Baileys' Restaurants, California Pizza Kitchen, Crumbl Cookies, or Top Golf! Let the Foundation ease some of your holiday stress! All proceeds directly support our Innovation Grant Program, bringing inventive ideas and items to Lindbergh classrooms.

• Order Your Thank-a-Teacher Gift Today!

This holiday season, your donation to Lindbergh Lights Up The Holidays will help families in need keep their homes warm and safe. We assist with essential utility bills—like electric, gas, and water—for families facing critical hardships. While our drive happens during the holidays, your support provides relief all year long. To make a donation, click here!

The Giving Tree program brings joy to children and families in need by providing toys, gifts, and essentials during the holiday season. Each year, with the support of our generous community, we brighten the lives of 60-65 families. By partnering with us, you can make a direct and meaningful impact—turning wishes into reality and creating cherished memories for those who need it most.

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Lindbergh Night at Garden Glow is back, and we’re thrilled to offer discounted tickets for this festive family night, 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 4. Enjoy $5 off general admission (ages 13+) and $5 child tickets. Discounts will be applied in the cart after selecting full-price tickets. Tickets are non-refundable. Promo Code 68567 can be used if needed. For assistance, contact the Missouri Botanical Garden at 314-577-5100.

• Purchase tickets and view instructions here

Looking to wrap up some last-minute holiday shopping? Lindbergh High School’s HOSA chapter is hosting its Mini-Med Academy fundraiser from 1-4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14, in the LHS Commons. This event is for students in grades 3-5, costs $20, and includes a variety of fun activities and a snack. Participants will participate in various simulations, experiments and live instruction to better understand the healthcare field!

• Mini-Med Academy Registration

The Lindbergh community is invited to this free family event from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8, at Lindbergh High School. Enjoy shopping, visits with Santa from 12:30-2:30 p.m., food trucks, live music and children’s activities! For more information, visit www.lhshousetour.com.

Filing for the Lindbergh Schools Board of Education Election will open on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, at 8 a.m. and close on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, at 5 p.m. Two positions are available for three-year terms. The election date is April 8, 2025.

• Learn More: Board of Education Candidate Filing Opens Dec. 10

• This fall, all Lindbergh students in grades 3-5 participated in screening using the Social, Academic, and Emotional Behavior Risk Screener (mySAEBRS). The purpose of this screener is to provide a big-picture measure of the student experience at Lindbergh Schools and identify individual students who may need additional support in the areas of academic, emotional, and social skills.

  
  

  It is important to note that these surveys provide only a glimpse or snapshot of a student's response on the day the screener was administered. No data point should ever be used as a sole indicator when determining needs for students. Below, please find the interpretation guides:

  
  

  Elementary School Interpretation Guide

  • Guide to Interpreting Results for SAEBRS

  
  

  Viewing Results on Infinite Campus

  How to access your student’s results in Infinite Campus:

  1. Log in to Infinite Campus with your username and password.

  2. On the left menu, click MORE

  3. Then click ASSESSMENTS

  4. Scroll down to the “District Tests” section, and look for the “SAEBRS” heading

This fall, students at Sperreng Middle School and Truman Middle School participated in the Panorama SEL survey. The purpose of this screening survey is to provide a big-picture measure of the student experience at Lindbergh Schools and identify individual students who may need additional support.

It is important to note that these surveys provide only a glimpse or snapshot of a student's response on the day the survey was administered. No data point should ever be used as a sole indicator when determining needs for students. Below, please find the interpretation guides:

Middle School Interpretation Guide

• Guide to Interpreting Results for Panorama

Viewing Results on Infinite Campus

How to access your student’s results in Infinite Campus:

1. Log in to Infinite Campus with your username and password.

2. On the left menu, click MORE

3. Then click ASSESSMENTS

4. Scroll down to the “District Tests” section, and look for the “Panorama” heading

This fall, students at Lindbergh High School participated in the Panorama SEL survey. The purpose of this screening survey is to provide a big-picture measure of the student experience at Lindbergh Schools and identify individual students who may need additional support.

It is important to note that these surveys provide only a glimpse or snapshot of a student’s response on the day the survey was administered. No data point should ever be used as a sole indicator when determining needs for students. Below, please find the interpretation guides:

Lindbergh High School Interpretation Guide

• Guide to Interpreting Results for Panorama

Viewing Results on Infinite Campus

How to access your student’s results in Infinite Campus:

1. Log in to Infinite Campus with your username and password.

2. On the left menu, click MORE

3. Then click ASSESSMENTS

4. Scroll down to the “District Tests” section, and look for the “Panorama” heading

Email: tracybednarick@lindberghschools.ws
Website: go.lindberghschools.ws/gifted
Location: 5000 S. Lindbergh Blvd., Saint Louis, MO. 63126
Phone: 314-729-2495
Facebook: facebook.com/LindberghLEAP