Lake Grove Elementary

Dear Lake Grove Families,

Thank you for signing up to participate in parent-teacher conferences tomorrow and Friday. As I've said before, it takes a village to raise thoughtful contributing global citizens. Lake Grove staff are fortunate to be able to partner with such an engaged community as we help your children make social, emotional, and academic progress this year.

All parents should enter through the main office entrance. Teachers and Learning Specialists will be located in their classrooms. You are also invited to the library to visit with several other specialists at Lake Grove who work with your children:

• Ernst, Josh - TAG Specialist
• Hotz, Sarah - Music Teacher
• Irwin, Russ - STEM Teacher
• Krekorian, Maria - English Language Specialist
• Post, Wendy - Counselor / Social Worker
• Schneider, Kim - School Psychologist
• Seashore, Kari - Student Success Specialist
• Sondelski, Tyler - PE Teacher

And don't forget to scan the Lost and Found in the main vestibule for any missing items!

If you can't find what you need to know here, please feel free to email or call our office with questions.

Be kind,

Principal Jennie Knapp

iReady reports (new)

Arrival and Dismissal Reminders (new)

Lost and Found (new)

Parent-Teacher Conferences (repeated)

Picture Retakes (repeated)

Upcoming School Costume Guidelines (repeated)

Technology Information and Device Protection Program (repeated)

Social Emotional Learning (repeated)

News from the District Nurses (updated)

****New Application for School Volunteers (repeated) ****

Booktique Read Aloud Information (repeated)

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month (updated)

I Love Lake Oswego Clothes Closet fundraisers (new)

LHS Musical (new)
LHS Halloween Fair (new)

Safe Oregon (repeated)

Save the Date (updated)

PTA News (updated)

I-Ready assessment reports are now available on the ParentVUE portal for first through fifth graders. As you review your student's Reading and Math results, please remember that the i-Ready assessment is a diagnostic tool for the purpose of providing specific data to assist in instructional planning.

This tool measures student performance linked to end-of-year standards, so students have not yet been exposed to much of the material in the assessment questions. Therefore, for most students, their fall scores are likely to indicate the need for further instruction. We use these scores in conjunction with classroom work as well as daily, weekly, monthly, and term assessments to identify students' strengths and necessary areas for improvement. If you have any questions about the reports, please ask your child's teacher during your conference next week.

Directions:

1.Go to the ParentVUE Login Page

2. Click "I am a Parent"

3. The reports are located under the document tab

Directions if you have forgotten your ParentVUE password

1. Go to the ParentVUE Login Page

2. Click "I am a Parent"

3. Click "Forgot Password."

3. If you are unsure whether you have a ParentVUE account or need assistance, please contact your student’s school.

Thank you for all your help with out smooth arrival and dismissal processes. Some reminders include:

1) Having a consistent go-home plan every day.

2) Communicating any changes in go-home plans directly to the teachers AND to our front office in advance.

3) Respecting neighbors by only parking in public parking areas.

4) Only crossing on foot at marked crosswalks.

5) Respecting all signs, cones, and caution tape.

We will have all students participate in a bus evacuation drill on the morning of November 8th. All students will load busses with their class, listen to the review of the safety expectations, and practice unloading safely.

We have all the lost and found items located in the main vestibule during conferences! It's hard to believe how many layers have been left during the warm autumn season. Claim them back now that it's cold! Usually our school lost and found is located just outside the gym so students can spot their missing items on the way out of PE each week.

Parent-Teacher conferences will take place on October 27 and October 28. If you haven't yet signed up, please check for the email from your child's teacher with a sign-up genius link. There will be no school for students on either day. If you cannot make it in person to your conference, teachers are happy to connect with you over Zoom. All conferences will need to be on October 27 and 28.

School picture retakes are available in the morning of November 4th at Lake Grove. All students who were not at Lake Grove for picture day will get their picture taken on the 4th. If you aren't happy with your child's pictures and want them to get a retake, they will need to bring back any original pictures you ordered and give them to the photographer during the retake. More information is available at Dorian's website.

Students may share their creativity by dressing up on Monday October 31. As I'm starting to hear some excited costume conversations, I thought it best to share the guidelines for school now.

School appropriate costumes mean that students will be able to participate in recess and all regular classroom activities. Costumes could include masks per our Covid protocols, but no other face coverings (full masks, eye masks, sunglasses, or facepaint). Costumes may not include any weapons of any sort (this include lightsabers or other swords, etc.) Fake blood is also not allowed.

In order for students to use school district software or any technology resources (devices, digital textbooks, etc.), there are three actions that need to be completed at the beginning of each school year:

1. A parent or guardian must provide consent for each student to use District software and resources
2. A Parent/Guardian and each Student must agree to the Acceptable Use Policy
3. Families must choose to enroll or decline participation in the Device Damage and Loss Protection Program ($20 annual fee per student).

Please find the consent forms and optional (BUT STRONGLY ENCOURAGED) protection program information on the district and school websites.

Dear Lake Grove Families,

This month we are talking about Responsibility.

One way to define Responsibility is “taking action and understanding the impact of our choices.”

Taking action can mean doing the right thing or completing the tasks you have been assigned. Understanding the impact of our choices means that our actions matter. Positive and responsible actions can help people and irresponsible actions can hurt others.

Responsibility is one of the three traits we will focus on throughout the year that encourages students to “Be Strong”. Throughout our school, Lake Grove students will be developing skills like focusing, organizing, and goal-setting.

Have some fun connecting as a family this month while practicing Responsibility. Here are three “PurposeFull Pursuits” for you to complete together. How many can you do this month?

Pursuit #1: As a family, think of ways in which you might make someone’s life a little easier by helping a neighbor or family friend with one of their responsibilities. Could you help someone with their garbage or recycling? Could you carry things in from the grocery store? Could you invite someone over for a meal or a show?

Pursuit #2: Review Responsibility as a family! Responsibility is taking action and understanding how our choices affect others. Choose one household chore (or more!) that requires multiple steps. Then have each member of the family select one step to complete to help get the job done. Maybe it is washing the dishes, doing laundry, cleaning the living room, or unloading the groceries. Whatever it is, see who can be the quickest or most effective at their task.

Pursuit #3: Family meeting story prompts

● A time I (or someone else) showed responsibility was _____.

● An act of responsibility that changed/challenged me was _____.

Thank you for partnership and support of our Social Emotional Learning. 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.

Sincerely,

Wendy Post

Lake Grove Counselor/Social Worker

WHEN TO KEEP YOUR STUDENT HOME FROM SCHOOL

Please follow this link to see when and for how long to keep your student home due to various symptoms.
VISION SCREENING
Oregon Lions Sight and Hearing Foundation will soon be conducting their annual vision screening of K,1,3,and 5th grades. Click for more information.

DONATE YOUR OLD GLASSES

On the day of your school's vision screening, please consider donating any old glasses you have to the Lions Club. Click for more information.
IMMUNIZATIONS
Is your child up to date? Check here and be sure to update school records before you leave for Winter Break.

Contact your District Nurse

For the safety of children, volunteers are required to have an approved background check when volunteering in schools.

To help streamline compliance with state and school board policies, which require that all volunteers have background checks and knowledge of other board policies -- as well as state-mandated proof of vaccination (or a qualified exemption) -- we are introducing a new all-in-one volunteer application and approval process through ou Raptor Visitor Management System.

Submitting an online application initiates the background check process. Once submitted, applicants will receive an email upon approval of your background check and you will be given access through the onsite Raptor System at all schools. Please allow up to three weeks to process your approval.

Volunteers need to submit only one application for volunteering in all LOSD schools. Applications need to be submitted annually to capture changes in background checks, policies, and/or vaccination requirements.

Volunteer Application for LOSD

Thank you for applying promptly, and for your service to our students and schools. We are grateful for our volunteers.

What is Oregon’s State of Mind on Dyslexia?

Oregon developed its first legislative guidelines for dyslexia in 2015 with the passing of Senate Bill 612 followed by 1003 in 2017. By law each school is required to complete a universal screening on all kindergarten and first grade students to identify those who are at risk for dyslexia. This law also mandates that each K-5 school have an extensively-trained educator who is able to recognize the warning signs of dyslexia and support students, teachers, parents, and the community. LOSD currently uses Dibels as our dyslexia screening tool. If you have more questions please reach out to your school’s literacy specialist.

There also are three major federal laws that directly affect children with dyslexia. They are the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Oregon Department of Education Dyslexia Resources: Oregon Department of Education : Dyslexia : Regional Programs and Best Practices : State of Oregon

Gifted and Dyslexic?

Some kids with learning and attention difficulties have exceptional skills in certain areas. These kids are often called “twice-exceptional” (2E) learners.

LOSD Student Services and TAG (Talented & Gifted) Services are both responsible and should work in cooperation to meet the needs of twice-exceptional students. The student’s abilities will determine appropriate instruction.

To read about twice exceptional students, visit UNDERSTOOD.ORG:

Twice-Exceptional Students | 2E Learners | Gifted and Learning Disabilities

Each week this month, we featured a message about dyslexia in this newsletter. If you have questions or concerns regarding our child’s learning, please call the school principal, TAG coordinator, and/or literacy specialist. You can also contact your school’s representatives for TAG-AC (TAG Advisory Committee) or Special Education Advisory Committee. Please see here to learn how to contact your school representative.

We are here to help you and your child succeed.

Do you have any empty bottles and cans? Please come donate them at the ILLO Clothing Closet’s Refundable Bottle and Can Drive! We will be collecting cans Saturday, November 5th from 10am to 2pm at Lake Oswego High School. We’re also open to volunteers! Come volunteer and get community service hours! We hope to see you there!

Additionally there is a fundraiser benefiting this organization on November 14 at Mod Pizza. Details at this link: https://modpizza.force4good.com/event/e87f3146-566b-4872-8e19-6b87d547fa1e

LAKERIDGE HIGH SCHOOL is bringing "The Music Man" to our community! This family-friendly musical production will run November 10, 12, 17 and 19, 2022 for a total of 6 performances on the Lakeridge High School main stage. The cast for the show features Brock Woolworth as Harold Hill and Lizzie Bryan as Marian Paroo, along with a lively ensemble of musical and dancing talent. Tickets can be purchased in advance at http://www.pacer-drama.org/.

Hello! Lakeridge High School is hosting our annual Halloween Fair on Saturday, Oct. 29th for elementary students grades four and under. The entry fee will be $7 per child with adults free. The event will occur in the Lakeridge lower gym from 1-3 pm. There will be carnival games, costume contests, candy, and more! We hope to see you there!

Parents-guardians who have concerns about a student’s well-being are encouraged to reach out to their principal, and to maintain strong lines of communication and partnership between students, families, staff, and other resources.

SafeOregon is also an effective way to report a tip regarding safety threats or potential acts of violence to our students or schools.

https://www.safeoregon.com/

(Students should also be aware that intentionally providing a false report is a serious offense.)

10/31 Spirit Wear Fall Sale Ends

10/27 Book Fair Ends Online

10/27 - Parent Teacher Conferences - No School for Students

10/28 - Parent Teacher Conferences - No School for Students

11/4 - Picture Retake Day

11/7 - Dining for Dollars at Centerpointe Chipotle 4-8 p.m. (Code M4F93HK)

LAST CALL FOR SEVERAL PTA PROGRAMS…

…Scholastic Book Fair orders (deadline TODAY: October 27)

…Submit your OBOB team (deadline TOMORROW: October 28)

…Spirit Wear orders (deadline MONDAY: October 31)

See more details below!

SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR ENDS TODAY

The Lake Grove PTA and our library shelves thank you for shopping the Fall Book Fair! Our fair continues ONLINE ONLY through Thursday, October 27: http://www.scholastic.com/bf/lakegroveelemschool. Shipping is free for book orders over $25. Any eWallet funds left in your account will roll over to a future book fair. You can also still support our amazing teachers at Lake Grove by helping them build their classroom libraries. Check out your teacher’s wish list at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044EA9AE2CA6FD0-fall. Questions about the Book Fair? Contact Christina Beatty at lakegrovepta@gmail.com

MPORTANT NEWS FROM OREGON BATTLE OF THE BOOKS

“Ten” removed from competition

The state OBOB organization has removed a book from this year’s competition: “Ten,” by Shamini Flint. This book has been difficult for elementary schools to procure because it is no longer printed in the U.S. This reduces the total book count to 15 books, down from the usual 16 books.

Sign up for OBOB by Friday, October 28

All 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students who are not currently on an OBOB team but who are interested in joining for the 2022-2023 school year need to send their registration via email by October 28 to lakegroveelementaryobob@gmail.com.

What is OBOB?

Read the flyer for more information! OBOB's mission is to encourage and recognize students who enjoy reading, broaden reading interests, increase reading comprehension, promote academic excellence, and promote cooperative learning and teamwork among students. Once the program gets started, OBOB teams will practice at least once a week during lunch with a staff member and a parent volunteer and can practice outside of school with the help of parents. Practice questions, tips for team members and materials will be sent out once teams are established.

When is the competition? The competition will be done during lunch in the second half of January to determine the top 8 teams and then those teams will move on to battle at Lake Grove on the weekend of February 10-12. If you have questions, reach out to your student's teacher or the program volunteers: fourth grade teacher, Staci Laird; third grade teacher Alicia Yerxa; school librarian, Paula Hahn; and PTA volunteers, Erin Courtney and Binita Singh (via lakegroveelementaryobob@gmail.com).

RUN CLUB VOLUNTEERS NEEDED THURSDAYS 12:30-1:15 PM

Support our students by volunteering during 4th/5th grade recess on Thursdays! We have some openings 12:30-1:15 p.m. on these upcoming dates for our Fall session:

• November 3
• November 10
• November 17

SIGN UP HERE: Lake Grove PTA: Fall 2022 Cougar Run Club (signupgenius.com) Run Club questions? Contact lakegrovepta@gmail.com.

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ATTENTION STUDENTS! DESIGN THE YEARBOOK COVER

The Lake Grove PTA is excited to announce this year’s yearbook cover contest! It’s an easy and fun way to be involved in the yearbook while letting your creativity shine!

Download and print the yearbook cover template from: https://www.losdschools.org/Page/2322 (note it is double-sided). Or find one in the front office at the Yearbook Cover Contest Mailbox. Please include your name, grade, and teacher on the back.

Design and draw a picture that represents what you think this year will be like at Lake Grove. Please include the school name and year (Lake Grove Elementary 2022-2023). Consider the following themes:

• Cooperation
• Respect
• Responsibility
• Courage
• Creativity
• Gratitude

Drop your cover entry in the Yearbook Cover Contest Mailbox in the front office by Monday, November 14. Students will receive a survey to vote on their favorite cover (only one vote per student). The favorite drawing from each grade will be featured on the cover. All cover art submissions will be included in the yearbook. Yearbook questions? Contact Leslie.Searson@gmail.com

ART LIT TRAINING SESSION #2 (RENOIR) NOW AVAILABLE!

The training session on the artist Renoir was held last week. Please watch the recording here. This recording includes a demonstration of the hands-on portion at the end of the video. Additional information about Renoir is available at Renoir | Lake Oswego Art Literacy with the password volunteer4loartlit. Sign up for future Art Lit training sessions here.

The Art Literacy team invites you into our elementary school classrooms for art education!

Just visit this SignUp Genius and look for your student’s classroom, organized by teacher name. Simply add your name to the list.

If you are new to Art Lit and want to better understand the program before you volunteer, contact Kim MacKay (kimtamura@gmail.com) to hear about the benefits of this program for our students and learn how you can help support art education. We invite any new volunteers to attend your student’s first classroom session to observe and learn how Art Lit works at Lake Grove. Questions? Contact Kim MacKay (kimtamura@gmail.com).

VOLUNTEER WITH MATH CLUB

Do you have a passion for math games, logic puzzles and Lake Grove students? Then we need your help! The Lake Grove PTA seeks volunteers who are enthusiastic about mathematics and want to share their love of learning. One chair has already stepped forward to lead Math Club and they are looking for a co-chair to join them. Together, the Math Club co-chairs will create their vision for LG Math Club, which could be a weekly after school activity for Grovers. To sign up for Math Club volunteering, please visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080b4ea5ab2caafa7-volunteer1. To serve as a Math Club co-chair, email lakegrovepta@gmail.com.

COMING UP NOVEMBER 7: DINING FOR DOLLARS AT CHIPOTLE

Lake Grove will earn 33% of sales at the Centerpointe Chipotle on Monday, Nov 7 from 4-8 p.m. When ordering online, use code M4F93HK or show the flyer in the store.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR POTENTIAL CULTURE TRAVEL TO IRAN

Great news! Several Lake Grove families who are familiar with Iranian culture have volunteered to organize Culture Travel to Iran. This PTA program introduces students to the languages, foods, traditions and interesting facts about a country they might not normally get to visit.

In order to be successful, we need a few more volunteers who have a background with Iranian culture. Please contact Salumeh Loesch salumeh.loesch@gmail.com if you are familiar with Iranian culture and are interested in helping organize culture travel this winter (events will take place during the week of February 13-17 but planning begins now). This program needs your help!

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

Principal: Jennie Knapp

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

FALL SPIRIT WEAR SALE ENDS MONDAY, OCTOBER 31

Check out the new options for Lake Grove Spirit Wear and show your Cougar pride! Order forms went home with students earlier this month but if you need a form, contact lakegrovepta@gmail.com.

THE STUDENT DIRECTORY IS NOW LIVE!

The Lake Grove Elementary Directory Spot student directory for the 2022-2023 school year is now available! This is your directory for accessing basic contact information for LGE students and families. Download Directory Spot for free from the App Store (iPhone users) or Google Play (Android users), or you can also access the data from the web. If you are a returning family, you can use your previous log in and password to access this year's information. If you are new to LGE, Directory Spot sent you an invitation to set up an account on Tuesday, October 25. For any families who have joined LGE in the last two weeks, we are working on getting your information into Directory Spot and will send you an invite to set up an account in the next few days.

Please note that teachers' and staff contact details can be found on the LGE website and not in Directory Spot. If you have any questions or data changes throughout the year, please contact lakegrovepta@gmail.com referencing Directory Spot in the subject line. Thank you!