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Lawrence Families,

I hope you all have a relaxing and enjoyable weekend! Please see below regarding an important Board Policy update and information on this weeks state testing.

Board Policy Update Regarding Student Cellphone Use:

This important update is being shared regarding smartphone use during school in 2025-2026.

Beginning next school year, students will be required to keep their smartphones turned off and stored in their backpacks during the regular school day. This practice, already in place at many of our elementary and middle schools (as it is already in place at Lawrence Elementary), aligns with Lodi Unified School District’s Board Policy 5131: Student Conduct.

This Board of Education approved change is designed to reduce distractions, support student mental health, minimize instances of cyberbullying and support student academic discourse throughout the school day. Research strongly supports limiting phone use during the school day, and similar policies are being adopted in schools across the state. In fact, California’s Assembly Bill 3216 will require school districts to adopt such policies by July 1, 2026. Please note that exceptions will be made for students with medical needs or accommodations outlined in their IEPs.

We understand that this may change how you communicate with your child during the day, even though they will be able to retrieve messages or return calls at the end of the regular school day. Our school offices are always available to relay important messages, and students can use office phones if needed. In the event of an emergency, it's essential that students stay focused on staff instructions. First responders recommend limiting phone use to ensure safety and clear communication.

We’ll share more information as the school year approaches, but we appreciate your support in preparing your student for this shift. Please take a moment to discuss these expectations with your child.

Thank you for partnering with us to create a safe and focused learning environment.

Kindly,

Principal Alberg

This week we will be focusing on supporting students who were unable to complete testing last week.

CAASPP Testing Schedule (Grades 3–6)

Please review the schedule below for upcoming CAASPP testing. We appreciate your support in helping students arrive on time, well-rested, and ready to do their best!

• April 14–18:
  Grades 3–6 will begin testing in either English Language Arts (ELA) or Mathematics.

• April 21–25:
  Makeup testing only for students who were absent. This week also serves as a brief testing break for others.

• April 28–May 2:
  Grades 3–6 will complete the opposite subject from the first week (Math or ELA, depending on what they completed earlier).

• May 5–9:
  Grade 5 students only will complete the Science portion of the CAASPP assessment.

Please note that the majority of testing will take place Tuesday through Thursday starting first thing in the morning and will conclude for the day, prior to each grade level's designated lunch. Monday's will be utilized for student practice and training and Friday's will be utilized to support student make up testing needs.

Thank you so much parents and guardians for your support and effort during this time! If you have any questions, please call the office, 209-331-7356.

Student Registration Link: HTTPS://WWW.EZCHILDTRACK.COM/LODI/PARENT

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 19, 2025

For more information, see program flyer below:

English Flyer: Elementary Summer School 2025

Spanish Flyer: Escuela de Verano - 2025

Student Registration Link: M.S. Student Registration 2025

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 19, 2025

For more information, see program flyer below:

English Flyer: M.S. Summer School 2025

Spanish Flyer: Escuela de Verano - 2025

tudent Registration Link: Summer STEAM Program

For more information on the Summer 2025 STEAM Program, see program flyer below:

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 19, 2025

• English: STEAM Flyer 2025

• Spanish: Verano de STEAM 2025

For anyone looking to support community involvement, please consider joining the annual Love Lodi city-wide volunteer day!

Click on the link below for the flyer:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fJGPMS8kXzzJjghVrMVDuaO93FVNXmKr/view?usp=sharing

Lodi USD invites you to share your thoughts on the district’s Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)! Your input is essential in shaping our priorities and ensuring our students receive the support they need.

Please take a moment to participate in our Thought Exchange by clicking the link below:

🔗 https://tejoin.com/scroll/308859188

Your feedback will help guide the development of our LCAP moving forward. Thank you for being a valued part of our community!

Use the link below or QR code to access Thought Exchange survey.

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