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FROM THE PRINCIPAL
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
February 2025
February 2025
Dear Leawood Families,
Next week, we will be actively supporting Columbine’s High School Wish Week with dress-up days and restaurant nights. This is a recent tradition that started last year in which Columbine High School works in conjunction with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to grant the wish of a student from the Columbine Articulation Area. Last year, we were honored to support a former Leawood student, Leyton Rogers. This year, they are sponsoring a 2nd grader from Normandy Elementary named Amelia. For her wish, she would love to go to Disney, so the whole week is Disney-themed! Wish Week starts on February 3rd and concludes on February 7th with a Carinval at CHS from 5 pm-8 pm. Please look at the dress-up days and fundraising nights to see how you can support Amelia to help her wish come true!
Parking Lot Safety:
Please remember these essential parking lot safety tips:
Follow Designated Drop-Off/Pick-Up Zones: Use only designated areas for drop-off and pick-up. When dropping off, please pull up as far as you can to where the cones curve.
For pick-up do not exit the car unless you are in a parking spot. The Hug and Go area is designated for parents to stay in the car. If you want to walk your children to the door please find a space to park.
Students should be ready to exit the car promptly and should exit the vehicle on the sidewalk
Observe Speed Limits: Drive cautiously in the parking lot and adhere to posted speed limits.
Mind Pedestrian Crossings: Exercise extra caution in areas where pedestrians may be present, especially during arrival and dismissal times. It is recommended when walking towards the school from the east, you walk around the parking lot rather than continuing on the sidewalk across the entrance and exit. The reason is that there is a lot of sun glare for the drivers making a left into the parking lot as they are facing east.
Park only in lined spaces and park in handicap if you have the necessary placard
Cell Phone Etiquette: Refrain from using your cell phone while driving and maintain focus and awareness.
Stay Patient: During busy times, like drop-off and pick-up, patience is key. Allow extra time to navigate the parking lot safely.
Thank you for your cooperation in maintaining a secure environment for everyone.
Panorama Family Survey
Our school is committed to ensuring that your experience with our school is collaborative, successful and helps your child learn and grow. We want to know how we are doing. Panorama Education is a company that conducts student and family surveys in schools and districts across the country.
Below is a link to complete a survey about family-school partnerships. The survey is anonymous and will take around 15 – 20 minutes to complete. The results will be compiled into school-level climate reports. These reports will be used by district leadership and school staff to continue the positive work of our schools while identifying and addressing current needs.
The family survey opens Tuesday, January 21, and closes Friday, February 7.
Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback!
If the link below does not work, highlight the link using your cursor. Then copy and paste the link into your browser address window and hit the “Enter” or “Return” key on your keyboard.
Survey Link: surveys.panoramaed.com/jeffco/family
Upcoming Events:
Parent-Teacher Conferences: Our Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for 2/12-2/13. This is an excellent opportunity to discuss your child's progress and address any questions or concerns you may have.
Valentine's Day Celebration: Join us as we celebrate Valentine's Day on February 13th from 7:45-8:30 a.m. with classroom parties.
Your Proud Principal,
Kevin Kolasa
MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
We have a very busy month ahead of us at Leawood and in the community! Right around the corner are some important events.
Monday, February 3: Start of Make-A-Wish Week, Sleeping Beauty, Wear PJ's
Monday, February 3: CHS Spirit Night @ Red Robin, 4:00-8:00
Monday, February 3: CHS Spirit Night @ Nellas, 6:00-10:00
Monday, February 3: Band & Orchestra Skate Cite Night, 6:00-8:00
Tuesday, February 4: Tweedle-Dee & Tweedle-Dum, Twin Day
Tuesday, February 4: CHS Spirit Night @ Modern Market (All Day)
Wednesday, February 5: Moana Day, Dress Tropical
Wednesday, February 5: CHS Spirit Night @ LePeep (All Day)
Wednesday, February 5: CHS Spirit Night @ Noodles & Company, 4:00-8:00
Thursday, February 6: Inside Out Day, wear clothes inside out
Thursday, February 6: CHS Spirit Night @ Mesa Kitchen (All Day)
Thursday, February 6: 5th Grade Field Trip, Ameritowne, 9:00-1:30
Friday, February 7: Columbine Spirit Day, Wear anything Columbine, Wish Week shirt or Leawood of blue/yellow
Friday, February 7: CHS Spirit Night @ Lake House (All Day)
Friday, February 7: CHS Spirit Night @ Carnival, 5:00-8:00
Monday, February 10: Book Fair, 8:00-3:15
Tuesday, February 11: Book Fair, 8:00-3:15
Wednesday, February 12: Raise Craze Kick Off
Wednesday, February 12: Book Fair, 8:00-7:00
Wednesday, February 12: Parent/Teacher Conferences, 3:00-7:00
Thursday, February 13: Valentine's Classroom Parties, 8:00-8:30
Thursday, February 13: Book Fair, 8:00-5:30
Thursday, February 13: Parent/Teacher Conferences, 3:00-7:00
Friday, February14: NO SCHOOL, Teacher Learning Day
Monday, February 17: NO SCHOOL, President's Day
Wednesday, February 19: Wall of Pride Lunch, 3-5 Grade, 11:45-12:55
Wednesday, February 19: Leawood Eats @ Red Robin, 4:00-8:00
Friday, February 21: Last Day of Colorado Rapids Attendance Program
Friday, February 21: Wall of Pride Lunch, K-2 Grade, 10:30-11:40
Tuesday, February 25: 3,4,5 Grade Field Trip to Boettcher Concert Hall, 9:00-11:30
Wednesday, February 26: 1st & 5th Grade Field Trip to Columbine High School, 9:15-11:20
Wednesday, February 26: PTSA Meeting, 6:00-7:00
Thursday, February 27: Talent Show auditions, 2:40-4:30
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