A Note from Mrs. Bennett...
A Note from Mrs. Bennett...
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Dear West Families,
What a wonderful week we've had at West!
I want to thank everyone for helping with attendance. It is so important for students to be at school to learn and be part of their class family. Right now, we have the highest daily attendance at 97.4%. Thank you for helping us with this goal.
To ensure we continue to have a productive learning environment, I want to highlight our new Cell Phone Policy. Students are not permitted to use their cell phones during the school day, and they must be stored in their locker or backpack. Please be aware that any violation of this policy will result in an immediate office referral.
During pickup, please avoid parking in the turning lane especially on 102nd and Frankford Ave. It blocks traffic and causes frustration for those living nearby. A little kindness goes a long way—thanks for helping keep our school community safe and respectful!
With appreciation,
Sasha Bennett
Battle of the Books – Sign Ups Are Open!
All 3rd–5th grade students are invited to join this year’s Battle of the Books team! This fun reading challenge gives students the chance to enjoy great books, work together, and show off their reading knowledge in a friendly competition.
This year’s book list includes exciting titles such as The One and Only Ivan and The Mouse and the Motorcycle—plus many more favorites!
Best of all, there’s no after-school commitment required, so don’t let that stop you from signing up.
Scan the QR code or click the link to sign up today!
Sign-up deadline: October 3rd
Weekly Student Shout Outs🎉
Weekly Student Shout Outs🎉
PK- Logan
Kinder- Lia
1st- Jayce
2nd- Faye
3rd- Natalie
4th- Hayden
5th- Violet
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Sept. 15
Back to School Bash!
Picnic Party at West 6:00
Sept. 16
Wear LCP West shirt / IT Appreciation Day!
Sept. 23
Wear Go Pats shirt/Education Technology Day
Sept. 25
Fall Picture Day
Oct. 1
Wear Field Trip shirt/ Positive Post It note Day
Oct. 2
West BOB Kickoff
Custodian Appreciation Day
Oct. 3
Popcorn/ Pickle/ Cookie Day
Oct. 6
West Field Trip Shirt
National Coaches Day
Oct. 13
No School Students and Staff
Oct. 14
Go Pats Shirt
Candy Drive Begins
Oct. 17
Pumpkin Patch
Oct. 20-24
Pumpkins Decorating Contest
Oct. 22
Special Olympics Bocce Ball Day
Oct. 27
Go Pats Shirt
Oct. 27-31
Red Ribbon Week
Oct. 31
Halloween Dress Up
Digital Connection
Digital Connection
Reminders
Reminders
Water Bottles
Water Bottles
Parents, please make sure your child is bringing a water bottle to school each day!
Student Badges
Student Badges
All LCISD students have been issued ID badges. The purpose of the badges is to maintain the district's high standard of safety and security and to help streamline a number of student and teacher activities. Click here for more information about student ID badges. Students will have one on their backpacks as well to help with dismissal. The first replacement badge is given to the student, but each following one will be a charge of $5.
How-to Add and Change Emergency Contacts
How-to Add and Change Emergency Contacts
If you are checking your student out, please remember that a driver’s license is required. We will take a picture each time, and if you have multiple children at West, we’ll take a picture for each. Your patience is appreciated!
If someone else is checking out your child, ensure they are on the emergency list in Skyward with permission marked "yes" to pick up your child. We cannot allow anyone to leave with your child if they aren't listed, even an older sibling. Please note, the office cannot make changes to Skyward contacts or accept verbal permission over the phone—this must be done by the parent/guardian in Skyward.
If you give your car tag to another person, you are consenting for them to pick up your child in the parent pick-up lane.
Starting in September, we will no longer accept Door Dash or other food deliveries for students, as we will be installing a buzzer system for visitors. This system may cause entry delays, and food deliveries could add to the congestion. Parents are still welcome to bring lunch for their child and dine together during their child's lunch time.
Check out the video below for a guide on how to add and change emergency contacts in Skyward. The video also explains how to add people who can check out your student(s).
Let's Celebrate Our Staff!
Let's Celebrate Our Staff!
Staff Member of the Month
Staff Member of the Month
Our teachers are wonderful. Each month we celebrate a staff member of the month. If you would like to nominate a West staff member,
Here is a link to do so. Your words of affirmation and encouragement mean so much to them.
Teacher on the Rise
Teacher on the Rise
Is there a West teacher you or your student thinks goes above and beyond? If so, nominate them for the Mrs. Baird’s “Teacher on the Rise” award. Winning teachers receive great prizes, and the students who nominate them will also receive a $50 gift card. Parents, guardians, and students can nominate a teacher. To access the nomination form click here or scan the QR code below. Each month a teacher will be selected across the south plains.
Attendance
Attendance
ATTENDANCE AND DISMISSAL CHANGES
Please inform the office via email (twithtrow@lcisd, khilton@lcisd.net, and kstrube@lcisd.net) or phone 806-993-2345 of any changes to dismissal plans by 2:00pm. Note that students cannot be signed out between 3:00 and 3:30 PM, as staff are focused on ensuring a safe and orderly dismissal process.
All Dismissal Changes must be received by 2:00 pm.
Watch D.O.G.S.
Watch D.O.G.S.
District Announcements
District Announcements
Optional Student Insurance
Optional Student Insurance
Only $30/year for each child
www.texaskidsfirst.com
The LCISD Food Services Department is looking forward to another great school year! There is some important information families need to know about school meals.
Students at New Hope Academy, East Elementary, North Elementary, and South Elementary will receive free breakfast and lunch school meals this year (with no action required) because of the Community Eligibility Provision program. Students at LCHS, Liberty HS, LBMS, LCMS, Central Elementary, and West Elementary must pay for meals or can apply for free or reduced-price meals (more information at https://www.lcisd.net/o/lcisd/page/free-and-reduced-meals). Applications and meal status are totally confidential and there is no penalty for applicants who do not qualify.
Our meal account management platform has transitioned from LunchMoneyNow to PaySchools Central. Parents must create a new PaySchools Central account in order to deposit meal funds. You can find instructions at https://www.lcisd.net/o/lcisd/page/payschools-central.
Meal prices for the 2025-26 school year can be viewed at https://www.lcisd.net/page/food-services.
If you have questions about school meals or the free and reduced-price meal application process, email dborchardt@lcisd.net!
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