Lake Grove Elementary

Dear Lake Grove Families,

We had our first ever, very short, outdoor assembly at Lake Grove on Wednesday! Students gathered to learn about Cougar Compliments (tickets they can earn for being caught doing the right thing) and sing our school song all together. We are making memories as a community again and finding ways to create joy.

Be well,

Principal Knapp

This year’s National Red Ribbon Week theme is:

Drug Free Looks Like Me™

Red Ribbon Week is the nation’s oldest and largest drug prevention awareness program. Red Ribbon Week is a drug prevention campaign that started in 1985 to honor the courageous work of DEA agent Enrique Camarena. People began wearing red ribbons to support and pledge to lead drug free lives in honor of the sacrifices that Enrique made for our country.

Red Ribbon Week is a national initiative to increase drug awareness and prevention among school children. By participating in Red Ribbon Week, students are encouraged to speak out in support of healthy choices. This year’s theme is a reminder that by staying drug free, you are sending a message to yourself and others about how much you value yourself, your overall health, your community and your future.

The Lake Grove School community is encouraged to honor Red Ribbon Week

by participating in the following Spirit Day activities:

Monday, October 25: “Creative Connections”

Lake Grove students will participate in a school-wide art project. Grovers can get creative and share the message of saying no to drugs in a fun way.

Tuesday, October 26: “I'm RED-y to Say No to Drugs!”

See how much RED you can wear from head to shoe to show you’re proud to be DRUG-FREE!

Wednesday, October 27: “Hocus Pocus! Healthy Choices are our focus!”

Wear a school appropriate Halloween costume (No weapons or blood & no face coverings other than your CDC approved mask.)

This year, parents-guardians have the opportunity to choose a virtual Zoom conference or an in-person conference.

If you choose an in-person conference please note that people inside school buildings are required to follow current state guidance, including:

• Wear a properly fitted mask over your face and nose while indoors.

• Maintain 6 or more feet of distance from other adults; except household partners may be within 6 feet of each other.

• Visitors are not allowed in schools while children are present. We are able to have in-person conferences for adults only.

• Please note that in a few pre-arranged circumstances a child may attend their own conference, but we need to limit siblings attending to decrease the possibility of exposure, particularly with the possibility of unvaccinated individuals in the building. You will be notified directly if your child's teacher is planning for student-led conferences.

If you are unable to follow these guidelines, we ask that you sign up for a virtual conference instead.

Teachers are prepared to offer a quality conference experience no matter the format, and they are looking forward to talking with you about your child’s progress.

Dear Lake Grove Families,

This month, we are talking about the social-emotional skill of EMPATHY. During our SEL time, we will be referencing the following definition:

EMPATHY: the ability to understand and connect to the feelings of another.

EMPATHY is a crucial skill for being in a community with others and a powerful skill to develop in personal and professional relationships. We are focusing on a few key components of EMPATHY: knowing how we feel (and having the language to describe those feelings), understanding what others are feeling, and listening to others well so we can connect in more meaningful ways.

We will reflect on powerful images which will inspire conversations about emotions, connection, and friendship. We will learn about incredible people and what they have to say about EMPATHY. Most importantly, we will celebrate what makes us different and learn about the amazing things that bring us together.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. I can be reached at postw@loswego.k12.or.us or 503-534-2357. For your reference, here are links for extension activities you may wish to explore further as a family:

K-2 Empathy Parent Letter (English) K-2 Empathy Parent Letter (En Español )

3-5 Empathy Parent Letter (English) 3-5 Empathy Parent Letter (En Español )

During the week of November 1st, our teachers will be explaining the process of what we would do in an emergency Lock Down, but we will not be practicing the procedures. For our Kindergarten through Third grade students teachers will use this Lock Down Story Book to guide discussions and in 4th and 5th grade students will watch and discuss this video.

A lockdown means there is a possible threat inside the school. This is not business as usual. Hallways are cleared, all classroom doors are locked, and lights are turned out. Students and staff are instructed to stay quiet and out of sight during a lockdown.

We follow the Standard Response Protocol @ https://iloveuguys.org/The-Standard-Response-Protocol.html

We thank you for your help and cooperation, as we work to provide safe learning environments for all students in the Lake Oswego School District.

As we approach the Holiday seasons, Lake Grove wants to connect with families that could benefit from additional resource support. The district has a wonderful partnership with Hope Church and Lake Grove Presbyterian Church to offer Thanksgiving baskets for any LOSD families who may benefit! Please reach out before November 5th to your School Counselor (Wendy Post postw@loswego.k12.or.us) or School Social Worker (Tara Roland rolandt@losweego.k12.or.us) if you would like more information or to sign up. The Hope Church will be hosting pick-up days that are still to be determined. Delivery of the food boxes may be available. Listed below are what the boxes contain:

• A meat selection voucher for Safeway or Albertsons
• 2 cans of green beans
• 2 cans of corn
• 6 potatoes
• A gravy mix
• 1 box of stuffing
• 1 can of cranberry sauce
• 1 pie or assorted Gelatin/Pudding mixes

*Special Items that can accommodate families with Dietary Needs/Restrictions.

Userway is Lake Oswego School District’s primary accessibility tool. When you see this graphic (or “widget”) on our district webpages, click on it to view a variety of accessibility tools, e.g., keyboard navigation, screen reader, pause animations, text spacing or color options. You can add this tool to your own computer at WCAG 2.1 AA Website Accessibility - Accessible Websites with UserWay | UserWay. Userway does not store information on users and is COPPA, FERPA, HIPAA, GDPR and ADA compliant.

Assistive Technology … Did you know?

Technology is changing and improving the school experience for students with dyslexia. Text-to-speech and speech-to-text software, calculators, and note-taking apps are common examples of “assistive technology”. Many of us enjoy audiobooks for pleasure reading, but audiobooks also can serve as a vital piece of assistive technology for those with learning differences such as dyslexia.

With audiobooks everyone can acquire new vocabulary, expand their knowledge and love of books, and enjoy complex or intriguing storylines. Because dyslexics have great listening comprehension, audiobooks enable independent access to school curriculum through “ear-reading” of complex or voluminous textbooks and novels.

The Lake Oswego Public Library has many audiobook services here:

E-books and Streaming

LOSD assistive technology and audiobook resource information can be found here:

LOSD Audiobooks & Read-Aloud Tools

If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s learning, please contact the school principal and/or literacy specialist. Another great parent resource would be to contact your school’s Student Services Parent Advisory Committee (SSPAC) representative. Please see here to learn how to contact your school representative.

Hello LOSD Families,

Each student must have a Technology Consent form on file each year.

The District is once again offering a Device Damage and Loss Protection Plan to ease the financial obligation if your student's District Device is damaged or lost.

When you fill out the Tech Consent form, you will "accept" or "decline" participation in the Protection Plan. The cost is $20 per student, with a family maximum of $60. Participation in the program is completely optional. Fee waivers are available for those with financial need.

Click HERE to directly access the 2021-2022 Technology Consent form.

Please fill out one form per student. Payment instructions will be communicated to participating families. For a complete description of the Device Damage and Loss Protection Program, please visit the District's website at https://www.losdschools.org/Page/7761

Fee waiver forms can be accessed here: https://www.losdschools.org/domain/1838 Please mail the completed form to:

Lake Oswego School District Office

c/o James Miller

PO Box 70

Lake Oswego, OR 97034

Thank you,

Computer Network Services

If your child will be absent, please email your student's teacher and copy the office at lgattendance@loswego.k12.or.us. Please list the date your child will be absent and any illness symptoms. You may also call us at 503-534-2357, or leave a voicemail on the 24-hour attendance line at 503-534-2299.

The Lake Oswego School District has engaged the Western Educational Equity Assistance Center (WEEAC) from the Metropolitan State University of Denver for a review of our practices, policies, and protocols in relation to instruction and educational equity. Between November 15-18, the WEEAC staff will be conducting virtual interviews and surveys with administrators, staff, teachers, students, and parents. Each interview will take 45-60 minutes with a WEEAC interviewer.

We are looking for parents to participate in a focus group. If you are interested, please complete this survey form: https://forms.gle/Z6ApYuhe1siXkVUB6

This information collected by the WEEAC Team is anonymous. Questions about the process can be directed to Colleen Toomey, Analyst at WEEAC (ctoomey1@msudenver.edu).

Red Ribbon Week 10/25-10/27

10/28-29 No School - Conferences

11/5 School Portrait Make Up Day

11/9 - PTA General Meeting (Zoom, 7pm)

11/11 Veterans Day - No School

11/22-26 No School - Professional Development and Thanksgiving Holiday

JOIN THE NEXT PTA GENERAL MEETING FOR A BUDGET DISCUSSION ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9

The executive board for the Lake Grove PTA will present a change to the 2021-22 fiscal year budget for member approval at the general meeting on Tuesday, November 9 at 7 p.m. on Zoom (https://loswego-k12-or-us.zoom.us/j/83750848836). Join the PTA so you have a vote! Easily make your credit card payment online at https://lgs.ejoinme.org/2021PTA. If you have questions about the benefits of membership, email lakegrovepta@gmail.com.

ORDER SPIRIT WEAR BY NOVEMBER 2

Show your school spirit in a Lake Grove t-shirt or hoodie! Need a back-up mask? We’ve got you covered with Lake Grove Spirit Wear. Paper forms came home with students or download and print your own PDF. Return completed forms with your student or drop them off in the front office with your personal check. Orders due by Tuesday, November 2.

OREGON BATTLE OF THE BOOKS IS COMING TO LAKE GROVE

The Lake Grove PTA will support 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students who want to participate in Oregon Battle of the Books (OBOB) for the 2021-2022 school year. See the PDF for more information on signing up before November 5!

VIRTUAL BOOK FAIR CONTINUES THROUGH OCTOBER 28
Visit the Fair HERE between October 15-28. You & your kids can enjoy a "virtual experience" shopping as you would in person, exploring titles and plots and discovering inspiring characters or opt for the traditional online format. Bring on the joy of reading while supporting Lake Grove—every dollar you spend will benefit our school directly with 25% back to us in book rewards! Check out teacher wish lists HERE at the top of the book fair home page!

The online store offers virtual & online shopping:

• Access to over 6,000 items, including new releases, best sellers, and value packs
• All orders ship direct to home; FREE shipping on book-only orders over $25
• Many Books available in SPANISH (Shop by Format & Subject/Spanish Language)

YEARBOOK CLUB FOR FIFTH GRADERS!

Fifth graders are invited to join the Yearbook Club; plenty of activities need contributors—students are welcome to try one or many:

• run the cover contest
• choose the theme
• take photos
• design the 5th grade profiles
• collect information from classmates
• create pages and photo layout…and more!

Yearbook Club will be hosted on Zoom from 5-6 p.m. on most Mondays through spring break. Sign up by sending an email to 2122LGEYearbook@gmail.com. If you have a conflict this Fall due to sports or other commitments, and want to join later in the school year, please let us know by email.

YOU MADE GIVING WEEK SUPER SUCCESSFUL!

Grovers, THANK YOU for participating in Giving Week! You made a big difference for Lake Grove families. Together, we stocked the pantry FULL of great items for our new food bank, the Lake Grove Food Friends.

FALL PAW PATROL CONTINUES

Paw Patrol is currently spreading school spirit in our community. We do this by posting "Paw" signs on the lawns of our fellow Grovers. Once signs are placed, it becomes that family's turn to pass the Paws along to the next family. If you need support on moving the signs, feel free to reach out to lakegrovefundraising@gmail.com. Post your Paw photos to Facebook #LakeGroveCougars!

ARE YOU MAKING HOLIDAY PURCHASES ON AMAZON? SIGN UP FOR AMAZON SMILE!

Donate to the PTA with every Amazon purchase when you activate AmazonSmile! AmazonSmile is a program that donates 0.5% of your eligible purchases on Amazon to a charity of your choice. The donation will be made at no extra cost to you and takes seconds to set up via your Amazon app. Find step-by-step instructions here or a quick video here quick video here. It has never been easier to donate to the PTA...at no cost to you!

LO SCHOOL BOND: LAWN SIGNS AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP AT LAKE GROVE

If you’d like to show your support for the LO School Bond by placing a lawn sign on your property, pick up a sign next time you’re at school. Signs should not be placed on city property or any public right of way, but they would sure look nice on your lawn! Visit https://buildinggreatloschools.com/ or LOSD School Bond Measure 3-577 / School Bond Measure 3-577 (losdschools.org) to learn more about the bond.

At Lake Grove, we are an inclusive school community fostering social, emotional, and academic growth for all students.

Website: https://www.losdschools.org/lg
Location: 15777 Boones Ferry Road, Lake Oswego, OR, United States
Phone: 503-534-2357