LCE Trail Guide

Liberty Creek Families,

As we begin a new school year, the CVSD Eastside elementary community is working on reducing distractions in classrooms and in our schools in order to increase students’ engagement in learning. We want to share an update to our practices on cell phones and smart watches in our buildings. Our primary goal is to create an environment where students can fully engage in their learning and social interactions without unnecessary distractions. Cell phones and smart watches are not going away, they are a part of our world as many of us and our students have them. Research has overwhelmingly shown that electronic devices, while valuable tools in some settings, can significantly disrupt focus and academic performance when used during school hours. Knowing this, here is how we plan to help our students stay focused on learning and minimize distractions.

We have implemented the following guidelines:

Device Storage: Please ensure that your child keeps their cell phone in their backpack, either turned off or on school mode, during school hours. This ensures that the devices do not interfere with classroom activities and learning time. Smart watches are not recommended as they are often in the student’s visual field and prove to be an serious distraction. If a student does have a smart watch, it will need to be in “school mode” during school hours. If a smart watch is not in school mode, it will be required to be put in their backpack.

Clear Expectations: At the beginning of the year, we will clearly communicate these policies to all students, ensuring everyone is on the same page and understands the expectations.

First Time Out: If a student is found using their device during school hours, they will receive a gentle reminder of the policy.

Second Time Out: Should it happen again, the teacher will hold onto the device until the end of the school day, as well as contact the parent or guardian.

Third Time Out: If a student repeatedly uses their device during school hours, it will be sent to the office, and a parent or guardian will need to come and pick it up.

Technology on the Bus: Technology can be used to listen to music, as long as the volume is at a reasonable level.

Before and After School: Students may use their phone & watches before entering the building and after exiting the building at the end of the day to connect with families. Once inside, they are off and stored in backpacks.

We believe that by limiting access to these devices during the school day, we can foster better concentration, engagement in learning activities, social interaction, and overall academic success. Your support in reinforcing these guidelines at home is crucial to making this policy effective.

Thank you for helping us create a distraction-free learning environment where all students can thrive.

Thank you,

LCE Administration and Staff

Join us from 4:30-5:30 as we kick off another amazing and exciting school year. Please enter through the playground gates.

First day of school for 1st and 2nd grade students. Breakfast starts at 8:45. School begins at 8:57 AM (Monday-Wednesday and Friday) and 9:57 AM on Thursday.

Kindergarten families will sign up for a meeting when you receive your class placement notification.

PreSchool families: your classroom teacher will be reaching out to you this week to welcome you to our school and to set up a time.

First day of school for Preschool. Drop-off is from 8:20-8:30 AM (Monday-Wednesday), Thursday at 9:45 AM, and No school on Fridays. Breakfast will begin at 9:15 AM

First day of school for kindergarten. Breakfast starts at 8:45 AM. School begins at 8:57 AM (Monday-Wednesday, and Friday) and 9:57 AM on Thursday.

Joins us for our monthly PTO Meeting.

We will continue with our Art Club, which provides an after-school chance for 1st and 2nd graders to learn about and explore the arts! Our first session will be Wednesday, September 18th from 3:30-4:30 PM in the Art and Community Room.

Since Art Club begins immediately following the school day, students attending will go straight to the community room after the end-of-day release. Should you wish to pack your child a snack, they will have a few minutes to eat before beginning the art lesson. Please arrange personal transportation for pick-up at 4:30 PM.

Art Club - 2024/2025 school year

Wednesdays: 3:30 – 4:30

Fall Sessions Schedule:

Sept. 18th

Oct. 2nd

Oct. 16th

Oct. 30th

Nov. 13th

We will be sending out a signup link one week prior to each art session. Please note we have capacity for 20 students.

Our PTO will be hosting a dine out night at Trailbreaker. We hope to see you there! More information to come.

We will be having our annual volunteer training. If you plan to volunteer at the school or in the classroom, please join us as we provide two options.

September 26th from 2:30-3:00 PM

September 27th from 9:15-9:45 AM

“We encourage you to complete the Child Nutrition Eligibility and Education Benefit Form to help ensure your school receives all the funding it is entitled to for educational programs, services, and benefits for students. It's more than just a survey or a free meal—it's about gaining benefits for your child, their friends, their teacher, the school, and the community! Your participation directly supports a range of valuable resources that enhance the educational experience for everyone involved.”

Thank you for expressing interest in having your student ride the school bus for the upcoming school year.

You will need to complete this Rider Registration Form for each student who intends to ride the school bus to and from school. You do not need to register your student if they are only riding during field trips and after school activities.

If your student lives within the Walk-Zone or is a "Choice" student, they may not be eligible to receive transportation.

Completing this form does not guarantee that your student will be provided transportation.

Each classroom will have a sign along the edge of the playground, near the building, with the teacher’s name. Students may line up their backpacks in front of their classroom sign and play until they hear the whistle signifying the time to line up.

PreSchool (September 10th)

On the first day, parents can join their child by parking in the visitor parking lot and walking to the front of the school to meet your child's teacher.

Kindergarten (September 10th)

On the first day, parents can join their children on the playground. The teachers will come out to gather their class, and parents can walk with them into the classroom to help get them settled into their new environment. Once again, the children will wave goodbye as they begin their day together. At this time, we ask parents/guardians to exit the front of the building. We have an incredibly supportive staff that will be on hand to help students as they adjust to their classroom for the first time.

1st-2nd Grade (September 5th)

On the first day, parents can join their children on the playground. The students will line up once they hear the whistle, and their teacher will join them to take them into their class. Before entering the building, the children will wave goodbye to their parents/guardians and head into their classrooms.

CVSD Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow

Please find the attached school supply list for the upcoming school year. You can access it on our Facebook and Instagram pages. If you cannot access it there, you can always find it on our school website page: https://lces.cvsd.org/ under the "Student and Parent Resource" tab.

You can access past school newsletters on: https://lces.cvsd.org/ under the "ABOUT US" tab.

Welcome Back Explorers! School Handbook: https://secure.smore.com/n/sv41k

August 30th: Notification of student placement and WaKids Mtg. sign up

September 3rd: Welcome Celebration from 4:30-5:30

September 4th: Teacher Learning Improvement Day

September 5th: First Day of School (1st and 2nd ONLY)-Start Time: 8:57 AM

September 5th, 6th, and 9th: WaKids Transition Meetings and PreK Meetings

September 10th: First Day of Preschool and Kindergarten

September 12th: Late Start 9:57 AM due to teacher collaboration

September 18th: Cross Country (1st and 2nd ONLY) Begins...more information to come

September 26th: Volunteer Training 2:30 PM in the Art and Community Room @ Liberty Creek

September 27th: Volunteer Training 9:15 AM in the Art and Community Room @ Liberty Creek

October 2nd: Leo's Fall Pictures

October 14th: No School: Teacher Learning Improvement Day

Email: aalsaker@cvsd.org
Website: lces.cvsd.org
Location: 23909 E Country Vista Dr, Liberty Lake, WA, USA
Phone: 509-558-6300
Facebook: facebook.com/LibertyCreekCVSD