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Laura Lee Newsletter
The Beehive Bulletin, February 25, 2024
A Note from Mrs. Peters
I hope everyone had a great winter break! I used most of the week to rest, relax, and recharge! MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) testing season is fast approaching and our next stretch will be working to prepare all of our students to complete this assessment. Testing will begin at the end of March, and I will be sure to inform you of the testing dates as soon as they are finalized.
MCAS is an integral part of our academic calendar, providing valuable insights into your child's progress and helping us tailor our teaching methods to ensure every student's success. This standardized testing helps us identify strengths and areas where additional support may be needed, ensuring a personalized learning experience for your child.
We understand that the return from winter break can be a transition, and we appreciate your ongoing support. Encouraging a good night's sleep and a positive mindset can go a long way in helping your child perform their best each day.
As partners in your child's education journey, I want to express my gratitude for your continued involvement and support. Together, we can make your child's school experience a positive one, reinforcing the importance of growth and learning.
Warm regards,
Mrs. Peters
Important Dates To Remember
Wednesday, February 28, 2024; 1:00 pm dismissal
Tuesday, March 5, 2024; Primary Voting Day - Schools Closed
Wednesday, March 6, 2024; District Early Release 11:00 am dismissal
Friday, March 8, 2024; Monthly Student Awards
Wednesday, March 13, 2024; 1:00 pm dismissal
Wednesday, March 20, 2024; 1:00 pm dismissal
Wednesday, March 27, 2024; 1:00 pm dismissal
Friday, March 29, 2024; Good Friday - Schools Closed
Daily Affirmations
Here are the daily affirmations for this week:
Monday: I am proud of who I am, and I won't let others bring me down.
Tuesday: I reach out for help when I need it.
Wednesday: I am motivated and driven to succeed.
Thursday: I am worthy of healthy and respectful relationships.
Friday: I have the power to create my own path.
Lowell Public Schools Multilingual Learner Family Survey
We are asking families of multilingual learners to please take three minutes to complete the survey below. Information collected is used to help us better support student needs. All submissions will remain anonymous:
LPS Special Education Parent Advisory Council
(Sped PAC) is an organization run by parents of children receiving special education services through the Lowell School Department. It was created to share information about special education and promote understanding between parents and the school department.
Below is a link to the SPED PAC newsletter with dates of meetings for the school year 2023-2024. All meetings are on Thursday evenings beginning at 7:00 pm. The meetings are being held remotely.
The McLean School Consultation Service
The Lowell Public Schools has begun a partnership with McLean Hospital.
The McLean School Consultation Service is excited to announce our second annual “Leaders in Youth Mental Health Series.”
For the 2023-2024 academic year, we will be hosting 7 free parent webinars presented by McLean clinical experts. The topics will focus on childhood suicidality/self-harm, childhood irritability, pediatric anxiety disorders and OCD, navigating the mental health system for youth in crisis, supporting non-binary and transgender youth, and partnering with schools for youth services and supports.
Where can I access the parent webinars?
All information (topics, dates, zoom links) for the 7 parent webinars can be found here: https://healthcare.partners.org/streaming/Live/McLean/McLean_SCS.html
Note: You will use this website to access ALL live and recorded webinars throughout the year. Please bookmark it!
When does the parent series kick-off?
September is National Suicide Awareness Prevention Month. Next week, Wednesday, September 13th 12-1pm, Dan Dickstein, M.D., FAAP, McLean Hospital Chief and Director of Research of the Nancy and Richard Simches Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry will present “Addressing the National Emergency of Suicide and Non-Suicidal Self-Injury in Children and Teens.”
FAQs:
1. Who can attend?
All parents of school aged children K-12 and all school staff in your school district are invited to attend. We kindly ask that you do not distribute the website link outside of your school district.
2. If I can’t make the live webinar, where can I watch the recorded webinar?
All live and recorded webinars will be hosted on the same website link. The recorded webinars will found on the “On Demand” logo. Please allow up to one week from date of presentation for the recorded version to be uploaded.
3. Do I need to pre-register?
No pre-registration is required for the webinars.
4. Are there Q & A time for each presenter?
Yes! Each presenter will provide content for roughly 45 minutes with 10-15 minutes for available questions from the chat.
Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School
Email: paulapeters@lowell.k12.ma.us
Website: https://www.lowell.k12.ma.us/lauralee
Location: 235 Powell Street, Lowell, MA 01851
Phone: (978)937-7655