Spinal Screenings

Our campus will be conducting spinal screening of all female fifth grade students. 

State law requires that schools must screen students for abnormal spinal curvature in accordance to the following schedule:

• Girls will be screened two times, once at 10 (Fifth Grade) and again at age 12 (Seventh Grade)

• Boys will be screened one time at age 13 or 14  (Eighth Grade)

Nurse Brown will check your child for signs of spinal problems like scoliosis. 

Catching a spinal problem early can make the treatment much easier. Not treating spinal problems can lead to serious health problems. 

The screening is simple. Nurse Brown will look at your child's back while she stands and bends forward. 

Important Recommendations:

• Students should bring shorts to school for the exam. 

• Girls should wear a thin t-shirt or a sports bra underneath their shirt on the day of the exam. 

• If girls are wearing a sports bra, it is recommended they remove their shirt for the screening. 

The school will send you a letter if your child does not pass the screening. The letter will tell you how to follow up with a doctor. This screening is not a medical exam. Your child still needs to see a doctor for checkups. 

If you do not wish to have your child screen for religious reasons, you must submit an exemptions to the school no later than April 23. 

If you have questions, please reach out to Nurse Brown at endia.brown@lifeschools.net. 

2024-2025 School Years Supplies on sale Now!

School Supplies for the 2024-2025 School Year is now on sale. Here is the link if you would like to get a jump start on preparing for the upcoming school year. 

Powerhouse Before and After School Care 

Powerhouse is accepting new enrollments for the remainder of the Spring 2024 semester! From now until March 31st, if you are currently enrolled in Powerhouse and you refer a friend, you and your friend can get one week of free childcare! Check with your local campus Powerhouse Site Director for all the details! Visit https://www.phkidstx.com/ to enroll.

Test Anxiety

STAAR season has officially started and with it can come nervous feelings. Consider the following tips:

1. Positive mindset: Practice positive affirmations at home. Some examples are: "Even though I'm anxious, I can still do well." "I can get through this." "I can see myself passing this test."

2. Deep breathing: Sit in a comfy position and close your eyes (or look down). Breathe in slowly through your nose for 4 seconds, like you're smelling your favorite scent. Hold your breath for 4 seconds (or less if this becomes uncomfortable). Breath out through your mouth like you're blowing out birthday candles for 6 seconds. Repeat for at least 2 minutes.

3. Mindfulness: Close your eyes or look down. Imagine you are taking your test and remembering the answers.Tell yourself quietly, “I’m well prepared. I can get through this.” Imagine yourself getting your grades back and you met your goal! Gently smile and open your eyes.

To read more about test anxiety and tips: https://childmind.org/article/tips-for-beating-test-anxiety/

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at 469-701-1355 ext. 9204 or at rachael.ren@lifeschools.net

College, Career, and Military Readiness Week is on May 6th to 9th. Above are the Dress up Days to celebrate that week. Please remember to wear uniform pants or uniform skirt on Monday and Tuesday. On Wednesday, do not wear masks and do not have props. For Thursday, wear a college shirt with jeans or uniform pants/uniform skirt.

LifeLeader: Ethical Leadership

When you are ready to lead, you have the ability to influence the people around. You respect their beliefs and values, model desired behavior, are truthful, and able to gain understanding of everyone around you. You also abide by the laws and rules around you and expect others to do the same. When you model these characteristics, you are using the LifeLeader attribute ETHICAL LEADERSHIP.  

Life Habits Conversation Starters of the week: 

We’re committed to supporting all students' social-emotional behavioral (SEB) and LifeLeader development. Join us in supporting the growth by scanning the QR code for weekly conversation starters to reflect on SEB and LifeLeader skills with your child. 

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COMMUNITY Resources/Library Events

Check out this link for fun events happening in the community. For example, last Saturday is a Mother/Son Monster Mash at 6 pm. Full calendar here!

Also check out the Sporting Programs and sign up for a league today!

Newest Leisure Connections Magazine

Earth Day Celebration

4/20/24 11:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.

Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake

https://www.cityofcarrollton.com/about-us/calendar/special-events/earth-day

Special Needs Spring Bash

4/20/24 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. 

Josey Ranch Sport Complex Field #6

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

https://www.cityofcarrollton.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/47703/1501?curm=4&cury=2024

Junior Gardeners Program

4/20/24 4:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.

A.W. Perry Homestead Museum

https://www.cityofcarrollton.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/47609/1501?curm=4&cury=2024

Star Party

4/25/24 8:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. 

AW Perry Homestead Museum

https://www.cityofcarrollton.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/47613/1501?curm=4&cury=2024

***FOOD ASSISTANCE

Metrocrest Services 

https://metrocrestservices.org/services/food-pantry/

HCUMC

https://www.hcumc.org/service/feeding-ministries/food-pantry/

The Friendship House

https://www.firstfields.org/friendship-house

Heart of the City Carrollton

https://www.facebook.com/heartofthecitycarrollton/

Storehouse Suppers

https://www.facebook.com/StorehouseSuppers/

Bring out the storyteller in you

As a way to celebrate our 5 year anniversary as a Cardinal Family, we want to hear from YOU! Tell us about your LSC Story. You could've joined the Cardinal family yesterday or 5 years ago; at the end of the day, we all are family and we have a story. Below are some things you can talk about:  

• How you heard about LSC.

• Why you enrolled your child here.

• How the journey has been since enrolling your child here.

• How LSC has grown your student/family.

• The impact LSC faculty and staff have made on you, your student and your family.

• Any shoutouts to teachers/staff.

We cannot wait to hear from you! If you would like to share your story, complete click here! If you have any questions or concerns, email Mr. Perry at edward.perry@lifeschools.net.

LSC - Parent / Guardian Request Center 

Per the Life School Handbook, parents are required to inform the school on any important changes such as a new phone number, home address, email address, etc. Parents are also required to submit a written request for their students records. Please fill out the form in its entirety. Mr. Perry will then call to verify the request. Once verified, the request will get fulfilled within 24-48 business hours. Contact Mr. Perry with any questions.

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Según el Manual de Life School, los padres deben informar a la escuela sobre cualquier cambio importante, como un nuevo número de teléfono, dirección particular, dirección de correo electrónico, etc. También se requiere que los padres presenten una solicitud por escrito para los registros de sus estudiantes. Por favor complete el formulario a continuación en su totalidad. Luego, el Sr. Perry llamará para verificar la solicitud. Una vez verificada, la solicitud se cumplirá dentro de 24 a 48 horas hábiles. Comuníquese con el Sr. Perry si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud.

Edward.Perry@lifeschools.net 

469-701-1355, Ex. 9207

Parent Resources - Helpful Links

• District Parent Resources Page

• Free & Reduced Lunch Application

• LifeLeader

• My School Bucks

• Parent Portal

• Partners for Life Parent Organization

• Safety & Security Newsletters

• Technology Device Use Agreement

• Uniform Vendor Information