Originally delivered on 9/23/2021 2:46 pm

SUBJECT: Weekly eNews: Sept. 23, 2021

Message from Principal Thompson

Stallion Families,

This week has been full of color, thanks to our attendance awareness celebration. We wrap up next Wednesday with "celebrity dress!

As we walk through classrooms, student ownership of learning and growth is on full display! Students have finished their MAP assessments, and teachers are analyzing data. Our students are setting SMART goals for themselves in their leadership binders.

Last, but not least, I hope to see everyone at our outdoor movie night, October 1st. Don’t forget to mask up and spread out!

Stallion Strong,

Principal Thompson

UPCOMING DATES

SEPT 23: PTA General Meeting (zoom- tonight!)

SEPT 26: 4th Grade Campus Clean-up (4-5pm)

SEPT 27: Stallion Strong Campaign ends

SEPT 29: Celebrity Dress Day

OCT 1: Lakewoodstock Spirit Day

OCT 1: Family Movie Night! (7pm)  *NEW EVENT!*

OCT 1: Chili Cookoff Entry Deadline - Fall Festival

OCT 8: Elementary Fair Day / Secondary PD Day - no school for kids!

OCT 15Secondary Fair Day / Elementary PD Day - no school for kids!

OCT 16: Fall Festival (2-6pm)

OCT 21: PTA Board Meeting (7pm) 

OCT 28: PTA General Meeting (7pm) (zoom)

NEW ANNOUCEMENTS
It's Hispanic Heritage Month!

Help us celebrate one of our amazing Dual Language teachers, Ms. Gloria Pietro, who is featured in the DISD "Hub" LINKED HERE!

Congrats, Ms. Pietro!  

STUDENT CLUBS & ACTIVITIES UPDATE!

As we previously shared, Lakewood will be limiting the extracurricular “clubs” for district-sponsored student activities only. Please see below for the latest updates:

Lakewood Kids Choir

Sponsor(s): Erick Reich 

Grade Levels/openings available: 3rd - 5th (40 openings total)

Description: The Lakewood Kids Choir is open to students in grades 3 through 5. Students will sing in unison and dual part singing. Students will learn music to accompany the Lakewood Instrument Ensemble in a December concert.  Kids Choir will meet during the Fall semester only. Rehearsal will be on Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30pm in the Auditorium.

If you are interested in joining the Lakewood Kids Choir, please sign-up via this SignUpGenius. There are only 40 spots and they will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.

Requirements/Participation Guidelines: 

  • Be available for all rehearsals - every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 beginning September 30th.
  • Be able to be picked up promptly at 4:30 from the front foyer of the school.
  • You must LOVE music!
Lakewood Instrument Ensemble

Sponsor(s): Megan Benton

Grade Levels/openings available: 3rd - 5th (20 openings total)

Description: The Lakewood Instrument Ensemble is open to students in grades 3 through 5. Students will play Orff Xylophones and learn to perform instrumental music in multiple parts. Students will learn music to accompany the Lakewood Kids Choir in a December concert. Instrument ensemble will meet during the Fall semester only. Rehearsal will be on Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30pm in the music room.

If you are interested in joining the Lakewood Instrument Ensemble, please sign-up via this SignUpGenius. There are only 20 spots and they will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.

Requirements/Participation Guidelines: 

  • Be available for all rehearsals - every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 beginning September 30th.
  • Be able to be picked up promptly at 4:30 from the front foyer of the school.
  • You must LOVE music!
Lone Star Challenge

Sponsor(s): Robin Pattillo

Grade Levels/openings available: 4th & 5th/9 to10

Description: The Lone Star Challenge is an academic competition; it is the elementary version of the Academic Decathlon and the Academic Pentathlon. Each year we have a different theme of study; we compete in four academic areas. Lone Star Challenge is a state-wide competition. 

Requirements/Participation Guidelines: Students will meet for practice at least once per week after school. Additionally, team members will be expected to complete study guide / read independently. Lone Star Challenge team is a great choice for students who love to learn and enjoy working with their peers. 

More information can be found HERE.  

Instructions for sign-ups coming in future weeks!

LAKEWOODSTOCK Auction Party is ON!

Tickets to the grooviest gig in town go live on September 30 at 9:00am, so mark your calendars now!

Say peace, love and LET’S PARTY on November 12 at 7:00pm at the oh-so-glam-and-groovy outdoor venue, Marie Gabrielle Restaurant and Gardens.

Sponsored by Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate and Comerica Bank, and brought to you by Lakewood Early Childhood PTA, this event raises funds for Lakewood Elementary, J.L.Long Middle School, Woodrow Wilson High School and surrounding feeder schools. 

CALL FOR AUCTION ITEMS

Great auction items will raise more funds and make this event a huge success!  Please consider donating an item.  We are looking for sports tickets, artwork, gift certificates, house rentals, professional services… anything you think people would want to buy!

Please contact auction@lecpta.org to make a donation. 

Can’t think of anything to donate?  We need gift cards for games! 

Please consider donating a gift card OR Venmo @Megan-Townsend-11 and the auction team will get the gift card for you!

LAKEWOODSTOCK Spirit Day is Oct 1!

Missed the T-shirt cut-off? IT’S ALL GROOVY BABY.  

Grab tattoos for just $1 each or share the love with your whole class and get a pack of 25 tattoos for $20! 

Hats WILL also be allowed at school and are available!  But hurry, because only a couple of colors remain!

Click here to purchase and the LAKEWOODSTOCK Merchandise Team will hand deliver to your address.

Thanks, PTA for another delicious lunch!
PREVIOUSLY SHARED INFORMATION
Courtyard Garden needs watering through October!!

We have opened up dates through October since our irrigation system still hasn't been turned on by DISD. Please consider signing up for a Wednesday or Saturday over the coming weeks to ensure our garden stays happy and healthy for our community to enjoy! Thank you!

SIGN UP HERE!

JOIN PTA HERE
Click Here for Fall Fest Tickets!
Covid Protocols & Quarantine Rules!

Please CLICK HERE to find the full letter from Nurse Sundin that details:

  • Quarantine Rules
  • Isolation Rules
  • Absences due to Covid
  • Virtual Learning
  • Covid Testing
  • Students Sick at Home
4th Grade Campus Clean-up

This school year, a different grade will be asked to help with a campus clean-up each month and September will be our fourth graders!

Come help us on Sunday, September 26th from 4-5pm by picking up trash on the Lakewood campus so the school is sparkling clean. Trash bags and gloves will be provided. 

Sign up HERE!

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