Ellerth E. Larson Elementary

August 20th, 2023

Ellerth E. Larson Elementary August 20th, 2023

Principal Corner

Please help our school and your student tonight!

Our Day of Awesomeness fundraiser is in the home stretch! We are so close to meeting our school-wide goal of raising 60K! So far we have raised over $55,000!
⭐️ The program will remain live until Monday the 9th!
⭐️ WE HAVE 4 DAYS LEFT TO BRING IN DONATIONS!!
⭐️ LET’S GO LARSON COMMUNITY! WE GOT THIS!!
⭐️ IF WE HIT OUT GOAL, WE HAVE SOME FUN IDEAS TO CELEBRATE! WHAT SHOULD WE DO IF WE HIT 60K?

Larson Gives Back!

Every quarter Larson chooses to give back to the community. We are in the last couple of days to bring in pet food! The last day to donate is September 10th!

Fall Picture Day - September 13th!

Our fall picture day with Shoob Photography is coming up. It is on Friday, September 13th. Please see the attached flyer for additional details!

Job Opportunities at Larson!

Larson is always looking for amazing volunteers either through PTO or in the classrooms. However, we are also looking for anyone who may be interested in working in a number of capacities at their child's school. If you are interested in either of the following, please contact Mr. Collins. ecollins@lodiusd.net


Also, if you are interested in job descriptions, pay, and any other pertinent information, click on the links below.



Parent Meeting For Preventative Strategies to Be Culturally Sensitive

Please come join us to brainstorm ideas of how Larson can roll out preventive strategies to be more culturally sensitive. In this hour-long session, Larson is seeking your input of what we can do to prevent students from making culturally insensitive remarks. This session will be held on Google Meets at 6:00 PM on September 17th.


To join the video meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/toq-pexz-fpj

Otherwise, to join by phone, dial +1 402-503-0038 and enter this PIN: 573 579 585#


To view more phone numbers, click this link: https://tel.meet/toq-pexz-fpj?hs=5

See Something, Say Something - Sandy Hook Promise

Lodi Unified enlists the assistance of "See Something, Say Something", which is an anonymous reporting system for anything that would be considered a threat to a school community. Please see below a summary from the organization:


Sandy Hook Promise Mission:

The mission of Sandy Hook Promise is to educate and empower youth and adults to prevent violence in schools, homes, and communities. Through our proven, evidence-informed Know the Signs programs and sensible, bipartisan school and gun safety legislation, we teach young people and adults to recognize, intervene, and get help for individuals who may be socially isolated and/or at risk of hurting themselves or others.


Public Service Announcement from LUSD:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vS_Tkmnp1o0


To Report an anonymous tip, click here:

https://www.lodiusd.net/families/mentalhealth

PTO News, Notes, and Events

Friday Student Store

This last week, PTO will be hosting a student store before school and during lunches. An item and price list is attached in the picture to the right. If you have any questions, then please let us know!

PTO Social Media Information

The Larson PTO encourages parent involvement to assist in organizing fundraising activities to support the educational programs of our school. Please follow our PTO page on Facebook or Instagram. Please search “Ellerth E. Larson Elementary PTO” and you will find updated information regarding PTO or school related events.

  • Next PTO Meeting is August 29th.
  • Day of Awesomeness is September 20th.
  • Spirit Wear should be delivered in the next two weeks

Family Resource Corner

Villa Monterey Family Resource Center

Villa Monterey Family Resource Center is a community partnership working with families to overcome generational poverty. Some of the helpful resources are the following:

  1. VITA - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
  2. Cal Fresh Employment and Training Program
  3. PG&E Grant Assistance
  4. Senior Assistance
  5. Mobile Farmer's Market
  6. Job Academy
  7. Open Computer Lab

Please see the attached flyer below for additional details.

Community Connections

Please click below for a great local resource for our community. The following are some of the resources: Clothes, Education/Training & Employment, Families and Children, Financial Counseling, Food Banks, Health, Housing, Immediate Needs, Legal, Literacy Education, Mental Health, Re-Entry and Transition, Recreation, Seniors, Substance Abuse, Transportation, Veterans Services, Youth, and Public Safety and Violence Prevention.

https://www.communityconnectionssjc.org/category/

LUSD School Menu

Click on the attachment or picture to view the school breakfast and lunch menu. This menu will run through November 15th. The menu runs in three week increments. As a reminder, school breakfast and lunches are free for all students.

San Joaquin County Family Resources

Below are a list of resources for families within the County of San Joaquin. The following are some of the resources listed in the PDF documents below: health care, housing, food, clothing, employment, child care, employment/training, legal aid, immigration, substance abuse, domestic violence, free tax preparation services.

Lodi Community Resources

Below are a list of resources for families within the City of Lodi. The following are some of the resources listed in the PDF documents below: Crisis Support, Grief Counseling Support, Mental Health/Counseling Support, Food/Shelter Services, and other various resources.

Upcoming Dates and Events

Dates to Remember!

Please check out the up and coming events:

  • Upcoming Minimum Days: Sept. 11th and 18th, Sept. 24-27
  • House Rally: Sept. 11
  • Picture Day - September 13th
  • Day of Awesomeness - September 20th
  • Parent/Teacher Conferences: Sept. 23-27
  • October Break: Sept. 30 - Oct. 11th
  • 2nd quarter begins on Oct. 14

Larson Elementary Resources

Larson Elementary Student Handbook - 2024/2025

Below is a PDF version of our school's student handbook. In the handbook, parents and students will be able to view the following:


  • Mission/Vision
  • Bell Schedule
  • School Policies
  • Staff List
  • Calendar
  • Other various school resources

School Wide Behavior Matrix - S.H.I.N.E.

Below is a PDF version of our school wide behavior matrix. It is basically what we expect students to show through their actions. We call it S.H.I.N.E., which stands for the following:

Successful

Honest

Independent

KiNdness

Effort

The GREAT 28

Below is a PDF version of 28 different skills we teach students. These skills are part of our core values, which encompass the attributes of the Ron Clark Academy and our house system.

Parking Lot Procedures

The following are reminders for all parents to ensure the safety of our students and staff:



  • Please make sure you pick up your child on time every day. Our dismissal time for a regular day schedule is:
    • 11:50 for AM TK/Kinder
    • 2:00 for PM TK/Kinder
    • 2:06 for 1st--6th grade
  • Dismissal time for minimum day schedule is:
    • 11:50 for All TK/Kinder
    • 12:00 for 1st-6th grade
  • Please do not park in the drop off/pick up lane. If you need to get out of your car to meet your child, then please park your car on the street or in the parking lot and meet them at a designated location.
  • Please DO NOT make any U-turns on Heavenly Wy. when picking up in the back parking lot or in front of the bus loop at Wyndham and Legacy Wy.

Larson House System Brochure

Below is a link to a PDF that does a great job of explaining our house system and what the core of our school believes in engaging our students in a high quality education.


"The goal of the Larson House System and The Great 28 is to encourage a supportive and engaging environment for our students. Studies show that schools with house systems have happier, more engaged students and have more school spirit than they did before a house system was implemented."

Eric Collins
larson.lodiusd.net