Upcoming Dates/Events
September 1: Labor Day - No School
September 12: Picture Day
September 19: Chestatee Homecoming Parade
September 23: Curriculum Tailgate 6pm-7pm (RSVP for free food!)
October 3rd: Movie Night @ Chestatee High School: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
October 13-15: NO SCHOOL for students
November 17: 3rd - 5th i3 Showcase
Alli Roberts, Principal
Sep25Hub.mp4Kindergarten Spotlight
In our first month of kindergarten, we’ve been busy learning and growing together! Students have been practicing writing their names, counting and recognizing numbers 1–10, and identifying letters of the alphabet. We’ve worked hard to learn our classroom rules and procedures so we can be safe, respectful, and ready to learn. We’ve also been making new friends and learning how to work and play together. During writing time, we’ve practiced choosing our own topics, and in reading, we’ve explored the characteristics of fiction books as well as the features of nonfiction books. It’s been a wonderful start to our school year!
curriculum night 2025-26
Tailgate and Learn
Please make plans to drop in to Lanier on Tuesday, September 23rd, from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Each grade level will have a table and will offer fun ways to explore the curriculum and expectations for the school year. We are also serving FREE hot dogs to families! Scan the QR code on the flyer to the left or click this link to RSVP! RSVP by September 19th to get your free hot dog!
🐾faculty and staff spotlight🐾
Teacher of the Month
Mrs. Kylie Deering,
First Grade Teacher
Staff Member of the Month
Mrs. Callie Wiley,
Media Clerk
Title I Links
Parent Involvement
Right to Know Letter
Right to Know Signature (Click and sign)
Title I
K-5 Curriculum Tailgate--Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 6:00-7:00 pm in person
Learn about grade-level curriculum and expectations (literacy, math, behavior). Learn how to support your child’s digital learning (eg, Canvas navigation, LaunchPoint).
Annual Title I Meeting--Monday, October 20, 2025, at 7:45 am in person and 6:00 pm via Zoom*
A morning and evening of learning and sharing about our Title I program, including our Parent and Family Engagement Policy, the school-wide plan, the school-parent compact, parents’ requirements, and discussion of the Title I Budget and the Parent and Family Engagement Budgets. Invitations will be emailed and posted in the school newsletter, on social media, and through Remind.
I3 Showcase--Monday, November 17, 2025, grades 3-5 at 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm in person, February 23, 2026 grades K-2 at 6:00 - 7:30 pm in person
Join us to learn more about LSi3 through a school-wide showcase of the learning opportunities taking place at school and ways to incorporate them at home. A parent session will be held at each showcase, featuring either literacy or math.
Georgia Milestone Test Prep--Monday, March 30, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Learning Commons
Learn about Georgia's End of Grade Milestone testing for grades 3-5.
Title I Parent and Family Engagement Input Meeting--Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 7:45 am in person and 6:00 pm via Zoom*
Develop and review the comprehensive needs assessment, school-wide improvement plan, parent and family engagement policy, and the school-parent compact. We will also discuss the Title I budget and the Parent and Family Engagement Budget.
Bruster's Ice Dates
September 12
October 10
November 14
December 12
January 9
February 13
March 13
April 17
May 8
Bruster's Ice
Bruster's Italian Ice is offered on Friday once a month. This sweet treat is $2. Send in your child's money by the Tuesday prior. Please label money with "Bruster's" and the child's name.
Hat Day Tickets
Each Friday is Hat Day. Students can pay $1 to wear a hat to school each Friday. We occasionally have free hat days throughout the year when all students can war a hat on those days.
Ice Cream Tickets
A selection of ice cream is available at lunch every day. Ice Cream Tickets are available for purchase in the front office every day. Ice Cream Tickets are $1 each and are redeemed during lunch.
Parent Portal
If you have not set up your parent portal, please do so. Without a portal you will not have access to your child's report card and other vital information. You will use this portal throughout your child's educational journey through Hall County Schools, K-12.
The forms (found under "Documents" in the left menu) need to be completed in order for your child to be able to take their Chromebook home during "School From Home" days, and so we know which children we can highlight on social media. It is also important to complete the census information yearly so we are able to keep your child safe. This information includes who is allowed access to your child during the day and who is authorized to pick-up your child from school.
For additional assistance, feel free to reach out, and we'll be glad to help!
PTO Links
Venmo: @LESWildcatsPTO
PTO Meeting Dates
6 PM PL Room
September 8
October 6
November 10
December 8
January 12
February 9
March 9
April 13
May 11
PTO EVENTS
October 3rd - Fall Movie Night
PTO Updates
New Venmo account: @LESWildcatsPTO
The previous account (@LanierPTO24) is closed and no longer an option for making payments. Please make this change in your own Venmo account.
PTO Dates
We will share a calendar of all our events soon, but in the meantime, here are some upcoming dates to put on your calendars/provide to families:
PTO Meetings - September 8, October 6, November 10, December 8, January 12, February 9, March 9, April 13, May 11
(6:00 pm in Lanier's PL Room; meetings adhere to an agenda and last no more than one hour)
Chick-fil-A Biscuit Sales - Now the first Friday of the month (*unless otherwise specified): September 5, October 3, November 7, December 5, *January 9, February 6, March 6, none in April, May 1
Fall Movie Night - Friday, October 3 at Chestatee High School
Lanier Elementary PTO Board
President - Debbie Mott
Vice President - Callie Hubbard
Treasurer - Hayden Wiggins
Communications Manager - Damaryz Gomez
Secretary - Erin Parks
Chick-Fil-A Biscuits
*on sale at Drop-off $5
September 5
October 3
November 7
December 5
January 9
February 6
March 6
May 1
Learning Commons Links
LEARNING COMMONS UPDATES
Please check the Learning Commons Links in the left menu to see our policies and procedures.
I enjoyed meeting our new Wildcats in August and getting them started checking out books. Please note the days your child will be visiting the library and remind them to return their book. We want them to be able to check out new books as much as possible, so returning their current check-out is important.
Thanks for making our Fall Book Fair a huge success. The proceeds from our Book Fairs allow us to host visiting authors, illustrators, and other special guests.
Yearbooks are on sale now at TreeRing. You have a choice of hardback ($36) or softcover ($30). Each yearbook comes with 2 pages you can customize. These two pages will only appear in your child's yearbook. Please reach out to Mrs. David if you have any questions.
5th Grade Yearbook ads are on sale now! Yearbook ads are a time to congratulate your child on their achievement of finishing elementary school and preserve a memory to save forever! Ads are 1/4 page and are $20 each. 5th-grade yearbook ads and the yearbook are two separate purchases. Click the link for more information and the order form. Contact Allyson David (allyson.david@hallco.org) with questions.
Counselor's Links
Contact Us:
School Counselor: Olivia Reeves
School Social Worker: Madison Grabher
COUNSELOR'S CORNER
September
This month, our counseling focus is on Kindness.
September: Kindness Lessons for all grades
Kindness Pursuit for Families:
Find a time to sit in a circle together and celebrate a Kind beginning of the school year! If you want, gather some favorite snacks and play some celebratory music for the occasion. Take turns sharing responses to the following prompts or make up your own! Remember to practice Kindness as you listen to each other.
Celebration Prompts:
What is 1 way a family member has shown you Kindness this week?
What is 1 way you want to grow in Kindness toward others this school year?
CONNECTIONS CORNER
News This MOnth:
Mrs. Horn, ART
Kindergarten is starting to paint and learn how to use materials responsibly, first grade is weaving with paper, and second and fourth grade are weaving with yarn! Third grade is making paper story quilts, and fifth grade students are drawing the eyes of different reptiles and animals using oil pastels and focusing on implied texture and color mixing!
-As we kick off the new year in art class, students are getting familiar with classroom routines, expectations, and the exciting creative space we’ll be working in. During these first few days, we’re focusing on building a positive art environment, learning how to use and care for materials safely, and exploring the basics of artistic thinking and expression. This foundation sets the stage for a fun and productive year of making art!
Our lessons take multiple days to complete as we take pride in every little detail! By the time your child's showcase rolls around, they will have multiple artworks to take home! Once your child's portfolio is at home, feel free to keep collecting their masterpieces in one easy and organized place! PLEASE CHECK OUR CLASS INSTAGRAM PAGE @Lanier_Elementary_Artists to take a look inside the art room! 3rd-5th grade parents, keep an eye out for an email from Artsonia notifying you of any artwork your child has uploaded!
ART
Coach Gibson and Coach Ledford, PE
October is National Wellness Month! This is a time to focus on mental, emotional, and physical health.
The kindergarten and first grade students will be learning the basic movements of catch and throw, as well as kick and strike. The students will engage in various activities to practice these manipulative skills.
Second through fifth grade students will be practicing in team sports promoting the same manipulative skills.
Each class will participate in activities involving cardiovascular strength and endurance. muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility.
Even though the weather is getting cooler, be sure you are getting the proper hydration.
Just a quick reminder to have your child wear tennis shoes on the day they have PE!
P.E.
Mrs. Bowker, SEAD Lab - Welcome back to school! Mrs. Kindberg is currently on maternity leave, and I have the pleasure of serving as her substitute during her absence. I am truly delighted that school is back in session, as it gives me the opportunity to work with your wonderful children.
This year in the SEAD Lab, students will be focusing on several important social-emotional skills, including managing their emotions, building positive friendships, cooperating with others, and developing healthy problem-solving strategies-all in a fun and engaging learning environment.
At present, we are exploring the concept of mindfulness and learning how to practice being mindful towards ourselves and others. I look forward to a meaningful and productive year with your children.
SEAD Lab
Mrs. Howard, STEM
It has been an exciting month in the STEM Lab!
Kindergarten has been learning that the T in STEM doesn’t just stand for Technology! It stands for TEAMWORK as well! We are learning how to use Team Talk as we share materials and help our team through a struggle!
1st Graders have been practicing how to work together as a team through a series of 1-Day STEM Challenges! Our First Graders have built Lego zoos for endangered Silverbacks and built kevaplank mazes for pollinators as they travel from flower to flower! They will soon be ready for their first multi-day STEM Challenge through the Engineering Design Process!
2nd Graders wrapped up their most recent STEM Challenge through the Engineering Design Process! Students learned about pollination and designed pollinator wands that simulated the process.
3rd Grade was introduced to hot glue guns and safety protocols when using them. I look forward to even more exciting projects to come now that they know how to safely and responsibly use this special tool in the Lab!
4th Grade started their next STEM Challenge through the Engineering Design Process! They are designing drag devices to slow down a payload that could successfully land on Mars!
5th Graders followed a series of criteria and constraints to build a structure that would survive on our earthquake simulator, the shake table. Students were able to determine to what magnitude on the Richter Scale their project would survive.
Also, If you have any unwanted Legos, including Lego sets, consider donating them to the STEM Lab! The students enjoy finding new and innovative ways to use random Lego bricks in their own Lego creations!
STEM
School nutrition information
Breakfast is served to children each morning from 7:10-7:45. If a student comes in after 7:45 and is in need of breakfast, they will have the opportunity to take their tray to class with them. Our preference is for them to arrive early enough each day to ensure plenty of time to eat their breakfast in the lunchroom and be ready to begin class when the bell rings! Thank you for your support! In order to get them through the breakfast line with plenty of time to enjoy their breakfast please make sure they are learning their lunch numbers which is also their computer number! :)
August Harvest: Root Vegetables (Beets, Carrots, Turnips)
Lunch charge reports will go home with students each month! Please make every effort to get them paid as quickly as possible. If you need assistance, please see the Nutrition Links on the side of this page to apply for free/reduced lunches.
We are selling chips and other items on Monday, Wednesday and Friday! You must either have money on your account or bring in $1.00 purchase. 😄
SAFETY UPDATES
Car Rider Alert! Morning drop-off is between 7:10 am and 7:45 am. Students must be dropped at the gym doors where adults are standing and not in the roundabout area, this is extremely unsafe for students. The gym doors will close promptly at 7:45, after that students are tardy and will need to be dropped at the front of the school. Do NOT drop students off without an adult.
Afternoon car riders, please remember that if your student is in K-2nd grades, they are picked up beginning at 2:10. The 3rd-5th grade students, or a sibling of a 3rd-5th grade student, are picked up at 2:20. If your child requires assistance with buckling, please pull forward to the lower parking lot and assist them there. Do not do this in the car rider line. See the diagram here.
We are very fortunate to have a crossing guard to help us in the mornings and afternoons to ensure our line moves as smooth as possible. He has asked that in the mornings, as soon as you see the flashing light (on his hat/uniform), that you will go ahead and turn on your blinker. This will signal to him quickly who will be turning and will hopefully help the line move even faster.
Students WILL be marked tardy if they arrive in car riders AFTER 7:45. Please be sure to have your child here on time each day and in their seat ready to learn at 7:45. Students may begin arriving at school at 7:10.
Thank you for displaying your child's car rider number in the window of your vehicle each day!
All transportation changes must be made in writing by 1:45. Please email all changes to lanieroffice@hallco.org by 1:45.
CLINIC UPDATES
Our NEW school nurse is Nurse Deb Jones. We are so excited to have her here at Lanier!
Students requiring medication, whether prescription or non-prescription, must have a medication form on file in the clinic. All prescription and non-prescription drugs must be in their original containers and turned in to the clinic. At no time may a teacher dispense any medication.
Please remember to send in an excuse if your child is out sick.
Talk to your child about washing their hands often and covering their coughs.
Contacts:
TRANSPORTATION
The Hall County School District Transportation Department is happy to inform you that the Traversa My Ride K12 Mobile App is now ready for download. Directions for downloading and connecting to Lanier's buses can be found here. Once downloaded, Traversa My Ride K12 Mobile App will enable you to have access to real-time information on the travel status of your child’s school bus. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact transportation at 770-287-0942.