Falls-Lenox Primary School Newsletter
August 22, 2025
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Dear Falls-Lenox Families,
Excitement has been high this week, and we have had a great couple days of school! It has been such a joy seeing all of our students' smiling faces! This week, students have been busy getting to know each other and learning routines and procedures throughout the building.
Next week, students will participate in Student Engagement Assemblies where they will learn about our PBIS building-wide expectations (Be Safe, Be Responsible, Be Respectful, and Be Kind), and the various student club opportunities available at Falls-Lenox. Students will also participate in Bus Safety Assemblies.
We serve breakfast and lunch daily. If you would like to place money on your child's account, please visit www.ofcs.net and click on, "Pay Schools Central". If at any time you have questions, concerns, or comments, please feel free to contact our main office at (440) 427-6400. We are looking forward to a great school year!
SmartWatches/Cell Phone Policy - Students are not permitted to use a cell phone, or a watch to call or text message during the school day. If your child has a cell phone, please make sure your child keeps it in his/her bookbag. If your child has a smartwatch, please make sure that your child knows that he/she cannot call or text on the watch during school hours. If the smartwatch becomes a distraction to the learning process, we will ask your child to put it in his/her bookbag. Thank you for your support with this!
Parents/guardians should have received an email this week to update or complete student registration information in PowerSchool. Please use the following link - https://ps-of.metasolutions.net/public to log in to your existing PowerSchool parent account.
Transportation - Bus assignments will be available starting Monday through the "My Ride app"/web portal. You can locate your child's Student ID Number within your PowerSchool Parent account (needed for My Ride). We encourage you to have your child ride the bus, however if your child is not going to be riding the bus to or from school, please make sure that you have completed an alternate transportation form. That form can be found HERE. In addition, please write a note stating how your child will be getting home if not riding the bus. If your child is a car rider, you will be receiving a car tag during open house (new parents only). Please write your child's last name on the tag and have it displayed on your rear view mirror for pick up. When picking up your child as a car rider, parents will pull in by Kids First, circle around, and pick up on the Kids First Side of Falls-Lenox. We ask all parents/guardians to remain in their vehicles, pull forward, and a staff member will assist your child. We appreciate your patience the first couple weeks with the car rider line!
Thank you to all of our families for all of your support!
Sincerely,
Ms. Lisa M. Williams
Falls-Lenox Principal
Upcoming Important Dates
August 25-29th 1st Grade AIMSWeb Testing
September 1st Labor Day ~ No School
September 2-5th Reading M.A.P. Test
September 8-12th Math M.A.P. Test
September 24th FLECC PTA Meeting @ 6:30 ~ Falls-Lenox Cafeteria
October 10th NEOEA Day ~ No School
October 13th Staff PD Day ~ No School Students
Beginning of the Year Book
Our beginning of the year book is "All Are Welcome" by Alexandra Penfold. Classroom teachers will be reading and discussing the book with students. This book is a rhythmic, colorful tour of the first day of school and all of the activities taking place. The pages are filled with diversity of all types, warmth, and an inclusive “all are welcome here” mantra. The book centers on the theme that school is a community where diversity is celebrated and people of all backgrounds, abilities, and appearances are welcome. One page has the text that is the theme of the book, "We’re part of a community. Our strength is our diversity." After listening to the story, students will be completing a self-portrait drawing and activity aligned with the book.
Look for pictures in an upcoming newsletter!
Pictures from the Week!
First day fun!
First day fun!
Lunch time!
Lunch time!
Thank you lunchroom volunteers!
Thank you lunchroom volunteers!
2nd graders in Ms. LaGruth's class reading and discussing the book, "Our Class is a Family"
2nd graders in Ms. LaGruth's class reading and discussing the book, "Our Class is a Family"
Welcome to FLPS!
Welcome to FLPS!
East Learning Community Teachers and Staff waiting to welcome students!
East Learning Community Teachers and Staff waiting to welcome students!
Friday Night Football Student Expectations
Transportation Information from the Bus Garage
MY RIDE K-12 / BUS ASSIGNMENTS AVAILABLE AUGUST 18TH
Olmsted Falls City Schools uses the My Ride K-12 web portal and mobile app to allow parents and students to access their own secure data for bus stop location, route, and pickup time. The Transportation Department will also use the My Ride K-12 app to provide notifications for any significant route delays throughout the year. The My Ride K-12 app also provides parents/guardians with the ability to message the OFCS Transportation Department directly.
Families can access 2025-2026 bus transportation information for their student(s) BEGINNING ON MONDAY, AUGUST 18TH - either through the My Ride K-12 web portal OR the My Ride K-12 mobile app. For detailed instructions on accessing My Ride K-12 either via the website portal or the mobile app, please access the My Ride K-12 Parent User Guide.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Individual student ID numbers are needed to access secure bus information for OFCS students through My Ride K-12. Student ID numbers are found in PowerSchool Parent Accounts. Once you are logged into your PowerSchool Parent Account and on your student’s page, you will find your student’s 6-digit ID number next to their name. (If you need assistance with your PowerSchool Parent Account login, please contact your child’s school building or Data Management and Accountability Coordinator Mr. Tim Wulfhoop at twulfhoop@ofcs.net or (440) 427-6108.)
If you have a question or notice something that needs to be corrected with your student’s bus information on or after August 18th, please contact the Transportation Department via email through your student's MyRide app or at (440) 427-6350 so we can assist in making any needed adjustments before the first day of school.
ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION REQUESTS
Families who have submitted Alternate Transportation Requests will still receive a separate confirmation email regarding those special requests. Confirmation of Alternate Transportation Requests can be expected by August 18th. If you have not received confirmation of your Alternate Transportation Request by August 18th, please contact the Transportation Department at (440) 427-6350.
HIGH SCHOOL BUS RIDERS
REMINDER: To increase efficiency of high school bus routes, all families of high school students are being asked to indicate whether they will be using bus transportation at the start of the 2025-2026 school year. This information will be collected through the Annual Online New School Year Registration portal. Please plan to complete your annual student registration and respond to the OFHS Bus Transportation question ASAP.
Please note that adjustments to your initial high school bus opt-in/opt-out selection may be made as needed at any point during the school year by contacting the transportation office at (440) 427-6350.
GENERAL TRANSPORTATION REMINDERS
The bus assignment and schedule provided in the My Ride K-12 app for your student(s) are approximate based on the student roster as of the time the routes were made.
The Transportation Department will be making adjustments to busing information, including routing and schedules, all the way up through the start of the new school year.
Pick-up and drop-off times may vary due to additional or withdrawn students that impact the number of stops on a given route.
Please plan to have students out at their bus stop AT LEAST 5 MINUTES BEFORE their scheduled pick-up time.
Weather conditions, road construction, traffic and train delays can also impact pick-up and drop-off times.
Routes tend to run slower for the first week or so of school.
Thank you for your time and attention! We look forward to a great school year!
Please reach out to us at (440) 427-6350 for assistance and/or any questions.
Food Service Information and Breakfast/Lunch Menus
As all students will be returning next week, we wanted to take a moment to remind you to complete the free/reduced meal application before the first day of school, so benefits are active when students come through the cafeteria line. Applications must be submitted each school year, even if you qualified for meal benefits the previous school year. Click the link below for the application and instructions. Please reach out with any questions or concerns.
https://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=1012110029291536&page=lunchapps
Attendance Information
Exciting News for Bulldog Families!
Exciting News for Bulldog Families!
We're Teaming Up with the Cleveland Browns for a Special School Attendance Program!
The Falls-Lenox attendance line number is: 440-427-6411. A parent/guardian must call the Attendance Line each & every day his/her student(s) will be absent from school.
The following information must be provided: Student name, reason for absence, and parent/guardian name and contact phone number. Students will be considered truant from school if parent/guardian contact is not received. In the event a parent/guardian neglects to notify the main office of an absence, a written note must be provided upon return to school. All written verification must be received in the main office immediately upon the student’s arrival to school. Please refer to the student handbook posted on our website for specific information regarding excused and unexcused absences.
Dear Families
We’re kicking off something exciting this year at Olmsted Falls City Schools—and we want YOU on our team! We’re proud to announce our new partnership with the Cleveland Browns Foundation as part of the Stay in the Game! Attendance Network.
The Stay in the Game! program is all about helping students come to school every day, ready to learn and grow. Why? Because being in school regularly makes a BIG difference—especially for our youngest learners! When students miss too many days, it can be hard to catch up on learning, build friendships, and stay connected.
🏈 What Is “Stay in the Game!”?
🏈 What Is “Stay in the Game!”?
It’s a statewide program that works with schools and families to help kids:
Build strong attendance habits
Stay excited about school
Celebrate small wins and progress along the way
And yes—there will be fun events, surprises, and special moments throughout the year inspired by our hometown football team, the Cleveland Browns!
🐾 Why Attendance Matters—Even in the Early Years:
🐾 Why Attendance Matters—Even in the Early Years:
Missing just 2 days a month adds up to over 3 weeks of missed learning each year.
Regular routines help young children feel safe, confident, and successful.
Showing up every day builds the habits and skills that last a lifetime.
We know that life can be busy, and sometimes things come up. That’s why we’re here to support you with resources, encouragement, and creative solutions to help your child “stay in the game” all year long.
Let’s make this school year one full of learning, growth, and Bulldog spirit! When we work together, great things happen—for our kids and our community.
Thanks for being part of our team!
Go Browns! Go Bulldogs!
Sincerely,
Lisa Williams
Principal
News from FLECC PTA
FLECC PTA: You have the power to do SUPER things with PTA!
Did you know... The National Parent Teacher Association (National PTA®) is the largest volunteer child advocacy organization in the nation? For more than 125 years, National PTA® has worked toward bettering the lives of every child in education, health and safety. Today’s PTA is a network of millions of families, students, teachers, administrators, and business and community leaders devoted to the educational success of children and the promotion of family engagement in schools.
Our Falls-Lenox / Early Childhood PTA (FLECC PTA) unit promotes the health, well-being and education of all students enrolled at the Olmsted Falls Early Childhood Education Center and at Falls-Lenox Primary School. You can always contact us via fallslenoxecc@gmail.com or on our Facebook page. Keep up with the latest PTA events, volunteer opportunities and more on our website! We look forward to seeing you at our first meeting on September 24, 2025 at 6:30p in the Falls-Lenox cafeteria. Childcare will be provided by OFHS student volunteers in the gymnasium during our meeting.
2025-26 Membership: Join today! Membership dues are $10/person and are valid for the current school year.
Who can join?
Parents, Staff members, Grandparents, Family, Friends, Businesses, Community members, Alumni and more!
Volunteer Opportunities
Falls-Lenox: Arrival/Dismissal Bus volunteer (8/21 - 8/27/2025)
ECC: Lunchroom volunteer (8/21 - 10/31/2025)
FLECC PTA members have the opportunity to serve as Room Coordinators in their student(s)' classroom(s)! Join today and find out how to sign up! (Room Coordinator interest must be submitted before September 5, 2025)
Welcome Back Breakfast
Help us welcome back the staff with a back to school breakfast on Tuesday, August 26! --Donation request details can be found in the SignUp link below. Thank you in advance for your generosity and for supporting our staff! .
Falls-Lenox - Welcome Back Breakfast
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.
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.
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!
Clinic Policy - 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 (without Tylenol for a fever). Call off your child using our attendance line: 440-427-6411.
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