Updates to Student Handbook

The 2023-24 Student Handbook has undergone recent updates to reflect legislative changes. These revisions were approved by the Life School Board of Directors on September 20, 2023. Click here to see the letter to parents.

The Powerful Impact of Gratitude!

Thanking others, thanking ourselves, Mother Nature, or the Almighty – gratitude in any form can enlighten the mind and make us feel happier. It has a healing effect on us (Russell & Fosha, 2008).

Gratitude impacts on mental and physical well-being. Positive psychology and mental health researchers in the past few decades have established an overwhelming connection between gratitude and good health. Keeping a gratitude journal causes less stress, improves the quality of sleep, and builds emotional awareness (Seligman, Steen, Park, & Peterson, 2005).  Gratitude is positively correlated to more vitality, energy, and enthusiasm to work harder.

When we express gratitude and receive the same, our brain releases dopamine and serotonin, the two crucial neurotransmitters responsible for our emotions, and they make us feel ‘good’. They enhance our mood immediately, making us feel happy from the inside. By consciously practicing gratitude everyday, we can help these neural pathways to strengthen themselves and ultimately create a permanent grateful and positive nature within ourselves.

Simple practices like maintaining a gratitude journal, complimenting the self, or sending small tokens and thank you notes can make us feel a lot better and enhance our mood immediately. Couple studies have also indicated that partners who expressed their thankfulness to each other often, could sustain their relationships with mutual trust, loyalty, and had long-lasting happy relationships.

To Read Full Article: https://positivepsychology.com/neuroscience-of-gratitude/

SEL At Home Connection:  Begin a Routine of Thankfulness: 

Create a GRATITUDE CALENDAR: Print out blank copies of a digital calendar and record one-three things you are thankful for each day for 21 days (the number of days to create a habit) and choose a time each day to share what you have written.  You could even find a place in to hang up so you are reminded of what you have recorded. 

LifeLeader: Global Perspective

When you are ready to learn you have an understanding of the world around you. You show respect to cultures and their views, as well as, value the customs and traditions that may be different from your own. You work to make a positive impact on everyone you meet. By doing these things, you are using the LifeLeader attribute GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE. 

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

Enchanted Library

https://www.cityofcarrollton.com/departments/departments-g-p/library/programs-events/enchanted-library

November 17, 2023 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Free for all ages

Josey Ranch Library

Make Thanksgiving Placemats with Nature Items

https://www.cityofcarrollton.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/46833/1501?curm=11&cury=2023

November 18, 2023 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Free for all ages

Elm Fork Nature Center *wear long pants and closed-toe shoes 

First Grade 

Rainey Dolph 

Self-Aware 

Rainey, our first grader, has been showing awesome self-awareness skills this last month. She has been working on her goals, has been a great leader, is kind to all of her classmates, and has a clear perception of her strengths and emotions. I am so proud of her!! 

Genesis Astorga 

Citizenship 

Genesis is such a caring and helpful member of our classroom! She contributes to our classroom through participating in discussions, helping her tablemates, and consistently acting as a leader for those around her. She is a fantastic student to have in class! 

Second Grade 

Giancarlo Gallegos Estrello 

Resilient  

Third Grade 

Reed Maney 

Collaborative 

Reed is an AWESOME 3rd grade student! He is respectful to his teachers and peers. He is a leader in our classroom. He is willing to help others and works collaboratively with his table partners. Keep up the good work Reed! 

A’laila Keller 

Goal- Oriented 

A’laila puts her best foot forward each day! She enjoys learning & helping others. Keep up the great work A’laila! 

Fourth Grade 

Milliana Hernandez 

Citizenship 

Milli is such a kind spirit. She is always so joyous and it is contagious. She brings such a positive vibe each and every day and also follows the rules. She includes her friends when playing during recess and always lends a helping hand to anyone that needs it. 

Railyn Wright 

Goal- Oriented 

Railyn has been working diligently in class and is showing great progress! 

Zayden Herrin 

Collaborative 

Zayden has been a great asset to his group and collaborates with others exceptionally, he is always encouraging his friends with a smile and some humor! 

Tomas Mendez 

Information Literacy 

What a sharp kid! Tomas has been on it when it comes to grasping new skills and concepts. He pays close attention to instructions during his class and follows up with great questions. He is kind and always willing to help his friends. He has shown growth and is a model student that deserves the recognition! 

Fifth Grade 

Lucia Melean 

Humility 

Lucia is a consistent representation of showing classroom leadership. She stays on task and works hard on assignments. She is respectful to teachers and peers. She offers her help with a smile for different classroom tasks on a daily basis. Way to be a leader in the classroom Lucia! 

Paul Bello 

Humility 

Paul has a willingness to serve the classroom community and shine a positive light on the day. He shows great leadership qualities as a line leader. He is always willing to help in the classroom with a smile and a positive attitude. He is a great positive influence in the classroom. Way to go Paul! 

Sixth Grade 

Ethan Ntwari 

Self-Managed 

Ethan is a responsible leader in the classroom. He is always on task, works well with others, maintains motivation to succeed, is respectful to everyone he encounters, and is truly kind hearted. He sets a great example for how to have self respect, work hard, and be a positive light. 

Reese Leverington 

Self-Managed 

Reese is a positive light in the classroom. She is responsible and has a desire to perform well. She communicates well with her peers and her teachers. She is always respectful, kind, and has a great attitude. She has a great sense of humor and is a consistent light in the classroom. Way to be an awesome leader at Life School Reese!   

Teacher Newsletters

Kindergarten

First Grade

Second Grade

Third Grade

Fourth Grade

Fifth/Sixth Grade

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Dyslexia

Refer a friend while space remains

If you know someone who needs a home school that genuinely loves and cares for students, some spaces remain. Please complete this Form and we will be happy to reach out to them. 

Nov 13 thru 16 Benchmark Test (campus closed to all visitors)

Nov 13 Girls Empowered & Boys 2 Men Meeting

Nov 14 LSC Spirit Night @ BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse (see flyer)

Nov 17 thru 26 Thanksgiving Break

Nov 27 Girls Empowered & Boys 2 Men Meeting

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.

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