This week, we will learn about School Bus Safety as we recognize our incredible transportation team. Students and staff will be able to dress in colors that raise awareness of important rules while on the bus!

Monday, 10/16:

• Wear Red: Respect the Stop

Tuesday, 10/17:

• Wear Gray: Stay 12 ft from the bus
• PTO Chick-fil-A Spirit Night: order online and pickup inside! Boo-Grams for sale!

Wednesday, 10/18:

• 5oth Day of School! Dress in 50's attire if you choose OR Wear Blue for Stop, Listen, & Look at RR crossings!

Thursday, 10/19:

• Wear Black: Respect the danger zone!
• UGHS Chick-fil-A Spirit Night

Friday, 10/20:

• Wear Purple: It's Bus Driver Appreciation Day!

Students may participate in this activity but will need to complete at home. Poster paper may be retrieved by asking Mr. Coto, our Art Teacher.

I have certainly felt embraced by our East Lake family these first 2 months of school. It is hard to believe that the end of the first quarter is already here. My favorite part of the day is getting to greet our students as they enter the school building. I have enjoyed getting to partner with our teachers to push instructionally and expand opportunities for our students. We have been purposeful in joining our county in #moreCelebrating! This includes recognizing staff and students weekly with our Friday Feather drawings, our AMAZING Back-to-School Bash, payday treats for our teachers, impromptu Drum line parades and honoring our First Responders on September 11th. We had a great time celebrating SOAR choices with our first Behavior Celebration on October 13th and I look forward to honoring our Veterans on November 10th!

This is my 5th year as an Assistant Principal at East Lake, and what a whirlwind of excitement this school year has been so far! From the first bell to the last high-five, we've been on an adventure together, navigating this educational journey with enthusiasm and spirit. The hallways have been buzzing with laughter, celebrations, and the occasional impromptu 80s flash mob dance party (yes, we love to groove!).

We're proud to see students embracing challenges, embracing each other, and embracing their own unique brilliance. As we continue to soar like Eagles through this school year, know that we're committed to providing an environment where your children can thrive, dream big, and take risks. We'll keep going the extra degree, trying new things, and ensuring that each day is filled with learning, growth, and celebrations!

With gratitude and excitement,

Mrs. Varian

Assistant Principal

If you have not already done so, you can still apply for Free & Reduced Lunch. Click here for more information and for applications in English or Spanish. If you need additional translations, please call the front office at (678)583-8947.

October 23-27:

• Red Ribbon Week (see photo for theme days; please note: dress code applies and no toy weapons are permitted)
• PTO Boo-Gram Sales

October 27:

• School Council Meeting

November 6:

• PTO Urban Air Spirit Night: 5 - 8 pm

November 7:

• Teacher Workday; No School for Students

November 9:

• Community Conversations with Union Grove Cluster; 6:00 pm at Union Grove Middle School

November 14:

• PTO Meeting, 3:00 pm

November 16:

• East Lake Spirit Night at Starlite in Stockbridge (see flyer for more details)

December 1:

• PTO Jingle Jam!

We are grateful for our BOE and their commitment to ensure safe and secure learning environments for all students and staff. Our Code of Conduct has been updated for the 2023-2024 school year. Please review it with your student and let me know if you have any questions.

Co-Presidents: Voletta Brown & Amanda Schultz

Vice President: Janice Alfred

Secretary: Mayra Mejia

Treasurer: Candace Benson

East Lake PTO Contact email: eastlakeelementarypto@yahoo.com

Website: https://schoolwires.henry.k12.ga.us/ele
Location: 199 East Lake Road, McDonough, GA, USA
Phone: (678)583-8947
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eastlakehcs
Twitter: @eastlake_hcs