Lyons Farm Principal Update #79
November 3, 2024
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75.35% of Registered NC Voters Casted a Ballot in the 2020 General Election: Fact Check
Nov 5: ELECTION DAY ❗PLEASE VOTE❗
Nov 11: No School
Nov 14: Make-Up Pictures
Nov 18: PTA Meeting All Are Welcome (Special Guest Lowes Grove Principal) 6-7PM
Nov 26: Early Release Day (12:15PM)
Nov: 27-29: No School
IMPORTANT: Growing Together Information Session:
The Growing Together student reassignment plan will bring positive changes to our secondary schools next Fall; including, our middle and high schools. Learn more about the changes slated for your region and meet your new principals at the scheduled Regional Information Sessions. The session for the [xxx] region will be on [date] at [place] from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Please register here: [include appropriate link].
Event details and Registration:
Nov. 4 – Southwest Region meeting at Jordan HS; Click here for registration
Nov. 6 – Central Region meeting at Brogden MS; Click here for registration
Nov. 13 – Southeast Region meeting at Hillside HS; Click here for registration
Nov. 18 – Northern Region meeting at Northern HS; Click here for registration
DPS Foundation Presents FREE Computer Basics for Families!
The Thanksgiving Holiday: I look forward to...
Book Harvest re-opened and expanded its Family Space! The Family Space is a colorful area full of free books (for children aged 0-18), wall toys, reading nooks, and more - all designed to make it easy for children and families to play, learn, and read together. Families are invited to select books to bring to their home and keep forever! Book Harvest's Family Space is open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. We have a great selection of books for elementary school students! Book Harvest's address is 2501 University Drive, Durham, NC 27707.
Birthdays at School
We continue to encourage families to bring in pre-packaged snacks for their child's class. Please note that any snack that is NOT pre-packaged will not be shared. While we do not celebrate birthdays during the school day, acknowledging students during snack time in a simple, meaningful way can ensure everyone feels included. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation with this expectation.
The Load Teachers Carry...
especially here at Lyons Farm Elementary
I simply want to acknowledge that teachers here work BEYOND the “40 Hour” work week spending time after 2:45PM daily, in the evenings, and on weekends. I respectfully ask that we continue to show as much LOVE as we can during this school year. Please & Thank you.
BUS RIDER TRACKING APPLICATION!
Student Enrollment Process
All families that live in the Lyons Farm Attendance Zone or that have been admitted to our schools Kinder Dual Language Program should have these items for enrollment:
- Enrollment application
- Birth certificate
- Immunizations
- Health form
- Proof of residency
- Parent/Legal Guardian ID
All documentation can be submitted with the application (upload options available in application), via email or in person.
Please contact Shekera "Asia" Pope with questions: shekera_pope@dpsnc.net
Visit: Visit: https://www.dpsnc.net/enrollment to start the process
Parent/Teacher Communication App: TalkingPoints
🔽 Download From 🔽
You can download this application from the Google Play and Apple Store. Teachers will share more information about accessing their class during the first couple weeks of school.
You DO NOT need to download the application to receive messages from the teacher or school. Messages will come in an SMS (Short Message Service) Text automatically--and to every family that has a phone registered or updated in PowerSchools. The application tends to work better for pictures and other application features.
IMPORTANT: This application is designed for informal Parent/Teacher communication. Please email or call your child's teacher to communicate formal requests.
Winter Arts Extravaganza Dates:
- Kinder & First Grade Student Performances & Arts Showcase: Dec 17 (Time: TBA)
- Second & Third Grade Student Performances & Arts Showcase: Dec 18 (Time: TBA)
- Fourth & Fifth Grade Student Performances & Arts Showcase: Dec 19 (Time: TBA)
*As our student enrollment continues to grow, safety remains our top priority. Due to the constraints of our school's parking facilities and limited space, hosting large events has presented significant safety challenges during our first 2 years. To ensure the safety and well-being of all families, we have made the decision to extend this event over three days. This adjustment is solely a safety measure, allowing us to better manage attendance and create a safer environment for everyone.
2024-2025 School Calendar:
2024-2025 Theme: Ready for RIGOR!
School Contact Information & Social Media
Email: james_hopkins@dpsnc.net
Website: https://www.dpsnc.net/lyons-farm-elementary
Location: 906 Scott King Road, Durham, NC, USA
Phone: 919-560-9449
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/396577048993289/?ref=share
Twitter: @principaljhop