Falls-Lenox Primary School News
February 10, 2023
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Dear Falls-Lenox Families,
I hope that everyone is doing well and has had a good week. There is no school for students on Friday, February 17th (Staff PD Day) and Monday, February 20th for President's Day.
The drop off/side doors open in the morning for car rider arrival at 7:35 a.m. If you are in the drop off line prior to 7:35 a.m., we ask that you kindly allow space for our staff who is entering to be able to park in the parking lot. We appreciate your help with this!
I am pleased to announce that in partnership with PTA, we will be welcoming children's author, Lindsay Bonilla on Tuesday, February 28th as part of our Right to Read Week Celebration! The link to purchase Lindsay's books can be found HERE: MemberHub Books must be purchased by the end of the day on Sunday, February 12th to arrive in time for the assembly!
We have started our One School, One Book read aloud of the book Wishtree by Katherine Applegate this week. Ask your child about the book and discuss:
Discuss Red’s comment: “Making others feel safe is a fine way to spend your days” (p. 26). How does the tree help others feel safe? How do we here at school make you feel safe?
Describe the boy who carves a word in the tree. What does the author tell you about him and what assumptions can you make about his character? Why do you think he would carve that word into the tree? How does this act affect Red, Bongo, Samar, and her family? What effect does the carving have on Francesca? What are the feelings of the police who come to investigate? (p. 54)
More information about our "One School, One Book" and the book is linked below. We are also celebrating Black History Month, Valentine's Day on February 14th, and Random Acts of Kindness Day on February 16th. The month will conclude with Right to Read Week the week of Feb. 27th. The daily schedule for Right to Read Week, including the dress up theme for each day, is linked below.
Lunch Accounts - A friendly reminder to check your student's lunch account. This can be done through EZPay by visiting www.ofcs.net. Please click HERE for the new lunch menus.
If at any time you have questions, concerns, or comments, please feel free to contact our main office at (440) 427-6400. Thank you to all of our families for all of your support and for a great week!
Please scroll down to see some pictures from the week!
Sincerely,
Ms. Lisa M. Williams
Falls-Lenox Principal
Meet Author Lindsay Bonilla!
One School, One Book - Parent Letter and Introduction Video
Wishtree Reading Calendar and Discussion Questions
RTRW Schedule - Week of Feb. 27th
Help OFHS Junior Kyleigh Briggs reach her goal in The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Student Visionaries of the Year 2023 Campaign!
Final - LLS.docxMrs. DeLuca's February School Counseling Newsletter
Counselor Flyer (1).pdf
3rd Graders in Mrs. Duray's room picked a book about a well-known African American and synthesized ideas to write a main idea about the book.
3rd Graders in Mrs. Duray's room picked a book about a well-known African American and synthesized ideas to write a main idea about the book.
2nd graders in Mrs. Mlady's room are learning about an important African American person each day. They also integrated Social Studies standards by creating a timeline of Jackie Robinson's life.
2nd graders in Mrs. Mlady's room are learning about an important African American person each day. They also integrated Social Studies standards by creating a timeline of Jackie Robinson's life.
February "In The Loop" from Julianne Allen, District Family Engagement and Communication Specialist
In the Loop-February 2023.pdf
Dress for the Weather
Dress for the Weather
Please have your child bring appropriate cold weather gear, such as warm coat, gloves, and a hat or earmuffs. If you are having a difficult time getting these items for your child, please let me know!
Yearbooks:
If you would still like to order a yearbook, you can do so using the link and password below. The Yearbook Sale Ends: Monday, March 13
Your Online Ordering Password is: fallslenox23
Your Online Ordering Link is: https://ripchoprepay.simplephoto.com/prepay/46283569?code=fallslenox23
Please call the Ripcho Photography Customer Service Department at (216) 631-0664 Ext 28 or Toll-Free (800) 686-7427 Ext. 28 if you have any questions.
Important Dates ~ Looking Ahead:
February 14th Valentine's Day Parties in the afternoon ~ Bring your valentines!
February 16th Random Acts of Kindness Day - Wear a shirt that represents kindness!
February 17th No School Students - Staff PD Day
February 20th No School - President's Day
February 27th Right to Read Week
March 2nd Family Literacy Night - 6:00 p.m.
Pictures from the Week!
2nd Graders in Mrs. Hoy's class working together on subtraction and regrouping.
2nd Graders in Mrs. Hoy's class working together on subtraction and regrouping.
2nd Graders in Mrs. Gommel's class participating in book clubs! Students with similar goals work together to practice strategies. They are working on fluency, understanding literary language and keeping track of longer books.
2nd Graders in Mrs. Gommel's class participating in book clubs! Students with similar goals work together to practice strategies. They are working on fluency, understanding literary language and keeping track of longer books.
Our Wish tree in the front lobby. It changes throughout the month to represent scenes in the book.
Our Wish tree in the front lobby. It changes throughout the month to represent scenes in the book.
School Times:
School Day: 8:00-2:35
Tardy Bell: 7:55 a.m. (Students must be in their classrooms by 8:00 a.m. Students entering classrooms after 8:00 a.m. will be marked tardy.)
Office Hours: 7:30-3:30 (You can leave a message after 3:30 p.m.)
Note: If your child is a car-rider, doors open at 7:35 a.m. and are open until 7:55 a.m. The side doors are locked at 7:55 a.m. If your child is coming to school after 7:55 a.m., they will need to enter through the front doors. If your child plans to eat breakfast, please have them at school by 7:45. Students cannot enter prior to 7:35 am.
School Fees:
Grades 1-2: $90.00 Total
Grade 3: has an additional $25 for a Chromebook Device fee
$7.00 - Art supplies
$16.00 - Field Trips/activities
$25.00 - Technology (Reading A-Z, RAZ Kids, SeeSaw, Compass Learning)
$42.00 - Instructional (Bridges Math Workbook, Science Fusion Workbook, Handwriting workbook, Scholastic News, etc.)
Staff Shout Outs
Staff Shout Outs
Is there a staff member that has made a positive impact in your child's life? Please take a moment to say 'thank you' by submitting a Staff Shout Out! Shout Outs will be shared with the staff member. Click HERE to submit a shout out!
Questions to ask your child about their school day, instead of "How was school"?
What made your smile today?
Who did you sit with a lunch?
If you could change one thing about today, what would that be?
What was the hardest rule to follow today?
Tell me something you know today that you didn't know yesterday.
What did you learn today? What did you enjoy learning the most today?
Tell me what you are writing about during writing workshop.
Tell me about a book you read or was read to you today.
Clinic Updates - Please do not send your child to school with a fever, diarrhea, or more than 2 of the following symptoms: cough, shortness of breath, chills, fever, sore throat, loss of taste or smell, headache, diarrhea. Students cannot return to school after a fever or diarrhea until they have gone 24 hours symptoms free. If your child is identified as a close contact, please monitor for symptoms. Call off your child using our attendance line: 440-427-6411.
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