LISD School Newsletter

Hello LISD Families,

As you know, Monday is Veterans Day and, in honor of our veterans, we do not have school that day. Communities celebrate Veterans Day in various ways, all intended to recognize living veterans for their service and contribution to our national security. The annual LISD Veteran's Day assembly was today, and our ASB officers and representatives planned an inspiring 1st-12th program with music, roses, introductions, and a speaker. We were all reminded of the importance of thanking veterans who have served in all branches of the military. If you are a veteran, thank you very much for your service. If you have a family member or friend who served, we hope you have an opportunity to honor them on Monday.

All public schools in the state of Washington provide educational activities the week before the Veterans Day holiday as a civic observance. On the heels of election day, when many Americans are feeling the stress and uncertainty of a divided nation, I was happy to gather our staff and students to celebrate veterans, an act of patriotism that we could all appreciate.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

All my best,

Martha

We are looking forward to our Fall MS Dance this Saturday, November 9th from 8-10p in the Middle School Commons. If you have not received an email from Ms. Maker by Saturday afternoon about your student signing up to clean-up, please make sure that you scoop up your student by 10p and no later. Pick up is at the south doors right by the middle school commons. Late pick-ups are not fair to the volunteer chaperones and student organizers.

• November 9: Dia de los Muertos celebration at the Lopez Community Center. LISD Mariachi Band performances 3:20 and 5 pm.

• November 9: Boys Soccer Bi-District Championship Game in Sammamish. 2 pm.

• November 11: NO SCHOOL

• November 18: HS Basketball season starts

• November 20: Board Meeting, 6 pm

• November 20: School Picture retake day

• November 27: Early Release - 2 pm for all students

• November 28 - 29: Thanksgiving Holiday - NO SCHOOL

• November 30: Holiday Bazaar in MPR

Varsity Boys Soccer playoff schedule will be updated on the sports calendar on our website as soon as all details are confirmed. All playoff games will be off-island.

Seeking reliable back-ups for key positions at our school. Substituting is a great way to get involved at school but still keep maximum flexibility of your schedule. LISD staff are a fun and positive team and always welcoming of new members. Applications and more info can be found here.

Our critical needs are for classroom substitutes, bus drivers, and para educators.

Coach Kredell will be in the weight room after school each day during the week to help students who are interested in increasing their fitness level and stamina. Time is 3:30 - 4:45 each weekday except Tuesdays, when it will be 2:15 - 3:30.

23 students in grades 9-12 had a wonderful experience touring two college campuses November 6th. The first tour was at Everett Community College at their Advanced Manufacturing Training and Education Center. This training facility prepares students for jobs in trades like machining, mechatronics, welding and Engineering Technology. Many graduates go on to work for companies like Boeing. Then the students headed to the University of Washington where they went on a 75 minute walking tour of the campus. We got to meet up with 2024 graduate Melissa Valencia who reported that she is thriving in her first quarter as a Husky!

Please join LIPTSA (Lopez Island Parent Teacher Student Association) for our Fall Membership Meeting. November 19th from 5pm - 6pm, in the Elementary MPR. Snacks and social time, plus a bit of business.

Not a member yet? That's ok! Come learn more about what fun activities we have in store for the rest of the year. Join Here.

Ms. Deirdre is making room for more books! Next week - Wednesday through Friday - Ms. Deirdre will have tables in the MPR stocked with books for youth and young adults. Books will be included from elementary classrooms, the library and some Spanish books as well. The tables will be out all day Wednesday, Thursday and Friday until 3 pm. Encourage your students to come by and pick up some new books. Free!

Registration is now open for the LIFRC’s K-8th grade After-School Programs:

This program is FREE and kids get to experience a variety of activities and they get snacks! See calendars below for details of each program.

This is such a fun family event! Hope to see all our school families there. Our Mariachi Band will debut their music at 3:20 pm with a second performance at 5:00 pm.

Last few days to pre-order poinsettias. They are some gorgeous holiday cheer for your house or office. Plants will be picked up from Island Creative Design November 23. Orders taken through the weekend and will close on Sunday. Order here.

Brady Smith, Superintendent

Martha Martin, K-12 Principal

The Lopez Island School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator Brady Smith, HR Specialist ; Section 504, Steven Dahl. OR contact by phone, 360-468-2202, OR mail to 86 School Rd, Lopez Island, WA 98261.