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Dear Lakewood Families, As we wrap up the 2024–2025 school year, I want to take a moment to thank you for your partnership, support, and trust throughout the year. This year brought moments of growth, celebration, and perseverance, and through it all, your children have continued to amaze us with their resilience, creativity, and joy. From classroom learning to school-wide events, performances, and field days, we have truly enjoyed watching our students shine. None of this would be possible without the strong sense of community that makes Lakewood such a special place to learn and grow. As we close out the final days, please keep in mind: - The last day of school is May 23rd, with early dismissal at 12:15 PM.
- Report cards will be sent home on the last day of school.
- Awards ceremonies will be held the last week of school, with our schedules below.
We are already planning for an exciting 2025–2026 school year and will send more updates over the summer about class placements, school supplies, and upcoming events. Wishing all of our Lakewood families a safe, relaxing, and fun-filled summer. Thank you again for making this school year one to remember.
Stallion Strong, Principal Thompson |
URGENT ALERT!! REGISTER BY TOMORROW SO YOUR GRADE CAN WIN MORE RECESS! To effectively plan for next year's class placements/size, please complete the DISD Registration AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Registering now helps to assure our school is adequately staffed for next year, as well as assessing any space constraints. Therefore it is more important than ever that you REGISTER NOW! Kinder’s in the lead! Data below for DISD Registration. Let’s get everyone to 100%!
- 153 students registered for Kinder to date
- Current Kinder students registered for 1st grade to date: 79%
- Current 1st students registered for 2nd grade to date: 72%
- Current 2nd students registered for 3rd grade to date: 66%
- Current 3rd students registered for 4th grade to date: 55%
- Current 4th students registered for 5th grade to date: 63%
NOTE: This CALL TO ACTION is for DISD REGISTRATION and is not linked to your Intent to Return form or Teacher Input form.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW! |
5th Grade GT Showcase The 5th grade GT showcase will be in the gym! Don't forget to stop by! |
Exciting News from Principal Thompson |
Dear Lakewood Families,
We are excited to share some incredible news that will benefit every student, staff member, and visitor who steps onto our campus. Our field is getting a major upgrade!
Thanks to a strong partnership between Dallas ISD and our amazing PTA, we are excited to announce that a full field renovation is officially underway. The project includes complete resodding, a brand new irrigation system, and the addition of a concrete walkway path to keep those muddy shoes at bay on rainy days. These improvements will enhance both the appearance and functionality of our campus, making it safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable for everyone. You will begin to see construction the day after school ends, and we ask that we keep all foot traffic off of the field this summer to allow our grass to grow. We are grateful to Dallas ISD for investing in the heart of our school grounds and to our PTA for their continued support and advocacy in bringing this vision to life. This project is another example of what can happen when a community works together for the benefit of our students. We cannot wait to see our students playing, learning, and enjoying this beautiful new space very soon! |
SPIRIT STORE CLOSES TOMORROW! |
Please donate by tomorrow! |
| Julie Griffith has served Lakewood Elementary PTA since 2014, volunteering on the PTA Board in many capacities, most recently as: President, Vice President, Parliamentarian and LOLA Chair for multiple years.
Julie loves Lakewood and works tirelessly for every student and teacher at the school and in the feeder pattern. She makes sure that our students, staff teachers and administration are supported, and she makes it all look effortless. Mother of three – Eloise, Adair and JP – she’s also a dedicated dance mom and sports mom!
Before serving as Lakewood PTA’s President from 2023-2024, she served as J.L. Long’s PTA President from 2022-2023, and also as Lakewood Early Childhood PTA (LECPTA)’s president from 2018-2019.
Her friends and neighbors describe her as loyal, organized, stylish, persistent, patient and kind – she’s the person you want as your roommate on a girls’ trip!
Lakewood Elementary PTA, a chapter of Texas PTA, is thrilled to name Julie Griffith a Lifetime Member. Further, Julie was also awarded the Extended Service Award, for her 10+ years of service.
Finally, Julie was awarded the National PTA Life Achievement Award – the highest honor, from the nation’s largest child advocacy association – given to a person who daily lives out his or her commitment to children. Congratulations, Julie! |
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| Jill Meyer has served Lakewood Elementary PTA since 2017, volunteering on the PTA Board in many capacities, including: Parliamentarian, Recording Secretary, Yearbook Chair, Expressions Chair, Book Fair Committee and more. Mother to three boys – Luke, Ethan and Owen – she has also been a Room Rep many times over!
Her family’s foundation, the Mark and Jill Meyer Charitable Fund, has consistently sponsored Lakewood’s fundraising efforts over the years – including the House Party auction party, Fall Fest carnival and the Stallion Strong family giving campaign.
Further, Jill is the PTA’s go-to legal expert, and has provided pro bono legal advice as needed. Her dedication is top notch!
Her friends and neighbors describe her as dependable, loyal, compassionate, generous and honest.
Lakewood Elementary PTA, a chapter of Texas PTA, is thrilled to name Jill Meyer a Lifetime Member! |
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| Wade Johns is the outgoing president of Lakewood Elementary’s Friends of Lakewood (FOL). The FOL dads group is dedicated to enhancing the educational experience of the students at Lakewood Elementary School. Prior to serving as FOL President, Wade was Vice President, Crossing Guard Captain and Social Chair.
As the leader of FOL, Wade has helped bring fun events and activities to Lakewood families this year, including the infamous Camp Lakewood campout weekends, Father/Daughter Dance and Mother/Son Dance. FOL also brings big FUN to Fall Fest with its iconic Haunted Hallway, a highlight of the carnival!
To help enhance the educational experience at the school, FOL hosts Math Maniacs on Wednesday mornings, providing grade level lessons in math, and the end-of-year Math Olympiad. The group also supports teachers with its end-of-year banquet and Staff Appreciation Fund.
To top it off, all year long, FOL Crossing Guards keep our students safe and put a smile on their faces, by wearing wacky costumes and playing fun music bright and early for school arrivals.
Wade has worked hard to successfully schedule and coordinate these events with school administration, teachers, parents and PTA leaders. He’s also the proud dad of three girls – Caroline, Grace and Kate.
Lakewood Elementary PTA, a chapter of Texas PTA, is thrilled to name Wade Johns a Lifetime Member, for his outstanding service at Lakewood Elementary. |
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| For those that won items in the auction: if you have any gift certificates that need to be picked up, they are on the porch in a folder at 6419 Mercedes, sorted by name! REMINDER: Teacher Gift of Time and Sign-Up Parties DO NOT HAVE Gift Certificates! Those will be communicated via email! If you have a physical item that still needs to be picked up, please email auctionparty@lakewoodelementary.net to set up a time to pick up! Thank you all again for helping to make this House Party such a HUGE success! |
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It's almost summer time! Please sign up to complete "chicken 101" training and then select a slot at the bottom of the sign up genius to check in on the chickens over the summer.
The code to the coop will change frequently so you must be officially on the sign-up! Volunteers will keep the eggs they collect over the summer as an added bonus. |
Click here to access a digital copy of this newsletter to click on the links to each site. |
SBDM (Site Based Decision Making) The minutes from the last SBDM meeting of the year held on May 8 can be found here.
We also want to take this opportunity to thank our '24-'25 SBDM Board for their service to our school this year and welcome the members of the '25-'26 SBDM Board. |
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Students may "dress to impress" or wear uniforms along with closed toe shoes. |
Clean out the closets & donate clothes before the last day! |
The EduKit program is a convenient option for busy families to order school supplies for the 2025/2026 school year. EduKits include the supplies approved by our teachers for each grade level.
Order before June 19th to have your order delivered to your classroom on the first day of school! |
| Giddy Up for LECPTA’s Auction Party Dust off your boots! The LECPTA Auction Party theme is...Deep In the Heart of Lakewood! Join us Friday, November 7 at Gilley's Dallas for an unforgettable, upscale western-themed night benefiting East Dallas schools. Tickets will go on sale in September. Merch is NOW AVAILABLE for pre-order through May 23. Orders will be ready June 18. Perfect for LWE Spirit Days (Fridays), these pieces celebrate the spirit of Lakewood and East Dallas and won’t be restocked! Through events like Auction Party, LECPTA (Lakewood Early Childhood PTA) proudly distributed $400,000 to our East Dallas feeder pattern schools this year, including $105,000 to Lakewood Elementary School. |
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| May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! We’re honoring trailblazers from across Asia and the Pacific Islands—celebrating their contributions to history, culture, and innovation. Our Stallions get to interact with the bulletin this month to learn about individuals who have made an impact in the AAPI community and a greater impact all around. Join us as we celebrate the voices that continue to shape our community and our world. #AAPIHeritageMonth #CelebrateDiversity #ElementaryEducation #UnitedByCulture #StallionPride |
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| The PTA Teacher Workroom committee would like to say THANK YOU to everyone who donated throughout the school year to the monthly grade level “stock the workroom" for our teachers and staff. They were blown away each month by all of the drinks and snacks that were provided. Your generosity is very much appreciated!
Your PTA Teacher Workroom committee, Samantha Goode, Desiree Shackelford, Jill Pierce, Ashley Ripp, Nicole De Lellis, Amanda Brewer, Megan Cox |
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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
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| Tomorrow we will be having our "Meet the Coaches Night" in tandem with Woodrow (during the Wildcat Spring Showcase).
Set up around the football field, we will have coaches from both schools at tables representing each of our sports, to introduce ourselves and help answer any questions you might have about our athletic programs! This is geared toward ALL AGES of kids interested in playing sports at Long or Woodrow (in the near or far future!).
Reach out to me at pauboyd@dallasisd.org if you have any questions!
Cheers,
Coach Boyd
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| Woodrow Wilson High School Class of 2025: College Acceptances and Attendance Congratulations to the Woodrow Class of 2025! Graduates were accepted to or will be attending the following schools. |
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| Buc Camp Registration is OPEN! Calling all in-coming 6th-graders! Buc Camp is Wednesday, August 6! Students will attend a pep rally, receive their schedules, get their school badges made, meet their sixth grade teachers, tour the school, and make new friends. They will also receive lunch from Burger House! Parents/Guardians will be able to attend an information meeting 9am-10am with Principal Boroujerdi and other school leaders to learn more about the up-coming year. The Long Spirit Store will also be open! Don't miss this super-fun, informative event! Students must wear 6th grade uniforms (white polos with navy/khaki/black bottoms/plaid skirts)
2025 Buc Camp Registration: https://jllongpta.membershiptoolkit.com/packet/16294 |
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