Originally delivered on 4/17/2025 9:20 am

SUBJECT: Weekly eNews: April 17, 2025

Thursday, April 17
Secret Pal Drop Dates
Friday, April 18
NO SCHOOL - Good Friday
Last day to order yearbooks
Monday, April 21
NO SCHOOL - Inclement Weather Day
House Party Auction Item Bidding OPENS at 8:00 pm TONIGHT
Tuesday, April 22
Clean & Green Week: Don't Mess with Texas Tuesday - wear clothes that show your love for Mother Earth or the State of Texas
Wednesday, April 23
STAAR Math (3rd-5th)
Administrative Professionals Day
Clean & Green Week: Conservation Water Wednesday - Wear Blue or a water inspired outfit
7:00p LWE Talks @ Times Ten: "Raising Independent Children"
Thursday, April 24
Clean & Green Week: No Tech Thursday - Wear Yellow
House Party Bidding for Sign Up Parties, Teacher Gifts of Time, and School Items OPENS at 8:00 PM TONIGHT
Friday, April 25
House Party Spirit Wear Day
Clean & Green Week: Every Day is Earth Day Friday - Wear Green and/or Blue
5:00p GT Showcase (4th Grade)
Saturday, April 26
7:00p Lakewood House Party
Sunday, April 27
12:00a Lakewood House Party
House Party Bidding ENDS at NOON TODAY

**Dates and times subject to change**

FULL LWE CALENDAR
'24-'25 DISD CALENDAR
'25-'26 DISD CALENDAR

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Dear Lakewood Families,

 

It’s hard to believe we’re already in mid-April! Our campus is full of learning, excitement, and a jam-packed spring schedule as we head into the final stretch of the school year.

 

This week, I want to give a special shout-out to our amazing 5th graders who showed great focus and effort on their Science STAAR exam. We’re proud of how seriously they approached this milestone and how they continue to represent what it means to be a Lakewood Leader.

 

As we look ahead, our 3rd–5th graders will take their final round of STAAR testing on Wednesday, April 23rd, and we know they’re going to finish strong. Please help us ensure they come to school rested, on time, and ready to shine!

 

We also have a long weekend ahead—there will be no school Friday, April 18th or Monday, April 21st. We hope you enjoy the extra time with your families and return refreshed for a very full and exciting final month of school.

 

Keep an eye on our calendar and communication platforms—this time of year fills up quickly with field trips, performances, celebrations, and end-of-year events. We don’t want you to miss a moment!

 

Thank you for your continued partnership and support—let’s finish the year strong together!  One Team, One Dream!


Stallion Strong,

Principal Thompson

Enrollment Update

An open letter to our Lakewood Community about enrollment was sent out on Tuesday, April 15.  It is attached here for your review in case you missed the email.  

This envy-inducing Evolution Forester 4 Golf Cart comes fully loaded with everything listed here and then some! (And could be yours with the purchase of House Party Raffle Tickets!)

- Valued at over $8,000!!

- 9-inch Touchscreen with Speedometer Display

- Rearview back-up Camera

- Bluetooth enabled Stereo System

- Colored Decorative Wheel Trim

- Dashboard with color-matching cup holder insert

- Luxury Steering Wheel

- Extended roof and flip-flop rear seat kit

- Rear Trunk & Cup Holders

- Rear View Mirror, Horn, USB Charging Ports and SO MUCH MORE...


Winner has the option to upgrade to a six seater if they pay the difference.  

Buy Raffle Tickets Here!
TOMORROW IS THE LAST DAY TO ORDER!!!
Pre-Order Ends TOMORROW
Pre-Order Here
April 21-25: Tuesday will be the first dress up day after the long weekend!
Calling all KINDERGARTEN FAMILIES - PLEASE SIGN UP TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE BBQ LUNCH

If you participated in this year's Secret Pal program, please fill out this RSVP form by Friday, April 25 so we can be sure we have enough breakfast treats and coffee for all.  Please bring your labeled gift to the party.  Thank you again for participating in the program this year.  We are so grateful for you!

NEW OPPORTUNITY AT THE COOP!

Recess supervision of the chicken coop will allow you to experience one of our cool new resources, see your kids, and provide the opportunity for all kids in the school to have some 1:1 chicken time! 

Sign up using the QR code if you are interested. Chicken 101 orientation to the coop is required for those who need to complete volunteer training.

Arab American Heritage Month

April is Arab American Heritage Month.  Be sure to check out the new bulletin board in the hallway heading to the cafeteria.  


Click here for facts, activities, and resources.  

Thank you, FOL!

We had an incredible turnout at the recent Ties and Tiaras dance hosted by FOL.  Together, we raised over $10,000 to support our school while creating memories to last a lifetime.  Hope to see you again next year!

Don't forget to return library books before the last day!
EduKit '25-'26 School Supply Order Link Coming Soon!

The Hollywood Santa Monica Home Tour is coming up and they are looking for docent volunteers.  All proceeds go to raising money for local schools including LWE.  Please sign up to volunteer here!

It’s time to get your “A” game together!  Come out on April 28 for the 7th Annual Friends of Lakewood (FOL) Mark Parks Tournament.  We are changing the format some this year.  It’s going to be a 3-man scramble with 2 teams playing together on each hole.

Get your teams and sign up ASAP as there will be limited spots available. Entry fee includes a round of golf, 2 mulligans per player, tourney golf shirt, cart, bucket of practice balls, lunch, and beer ticket.  After the tournament we will award prizes and have some fellowship and fun.    

All the proceeds from this tournament go to the Mark Parks Scholarship Fund.  This scholarship benefits multiple Woodrow seniors each year who have attended both Lakewood Elementary and Woodrow Wilson High School.  This is a great cause and we are proud to continue honoring our late and great friend Mark in this fashion.    

There are sponsorships available, including the Title Sponsor, Par 3, and Hole sponsorships.  Please be a sponsor!  Thank you!


Register here!

Sponsorship Info

PLEASE NOTE NEW DATE!

The Multicultural Committee is excited to host Lakewood's First Multicultural Fair on May 15 from 5-7 pm, and we would love your help in making this event a success! 

We are looking for volunteers to help in the following ways:

  • Setting up and decorating
  • Hosting a booth about a country or culture (can include food, artifacts, crafts, or activities)
  • Assisting with performances or demonstrations
  • Helping with set up and clean-up

Please fill out the survey below.

Volunteer Here

Hello families,

 

Summer is fast approaching and Summer Cool 2025 Registration is open! We have exciting news- Summer Cool will be hosted on the Geneva Heights Elementary campus. Please use the QR provided on the flyer or the link below to register your student from Summer Cool 2025. 

 

Summer Cool will expose students to math and reading content, as well as extracurricular and enrichment activities! This program will be fromJune 2- June 26 at Geneva Heights Elementary School and the hours are 7:45am-3:45pm.

 

The attached flyer has additional information. 

 

Ms. Daudelin is the Summer Cool Coordinator for the Geneva Heights Site. Please reach out to her with any questions at edaudelin@dallasisd.org or calling 972-749-7400.

 

Link for Student Registration:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeJxLeQ1XH_B6Akd3QAB2z4wPrIpqOnoyqNNlqJD-VhTT77Hw/viewform

 

Thank you,

Emily Daudelin

Special Education Teacher- Resource & Inclusion

Geneva Heights IB World School


Thanks to a generous $35,000 gift from the East Dallas Exchange Club, we are already on our way. Now, we’re reaching out to partners like you to match and exceed this gift—ensuring every student has access to modern, safe, and inclusive athletic facilities. Click image above to donate!

NEW! Porch pick up/school delivery option for online orders. 


NEW! Online will only be open during certain windows. They will fill online orders on Thursday mornings during in-person events.   


Please see the Spirit Wear webpage for details. More questions? Email wwwspiritshop@gmail.com.  

The Woodrow Wilson Wildcat Band Boosters are excited to present the 4th Annual CATFest, the band's major fundraising event for the year! It will be held on April 27th at Samuell-Grand Amphitheater from noon to 3 pm. This community event features local bands, feeder pattern school contributions, and of course our Wildcat Bands. We are grateful for our community's support to cover expenses in order to keep the Band growing and bringing the spirit to Woodrow and our Lakewood and broader Dallas community. Please consider how you can contribute to the band's success with a sponsorship or raffle donation for our event.


Read more about funding needs and sponsorship levels HERE.


Secure your sponsorship or raffle donation HERE.

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