Falls-Lenox Primary School Newsletter
Sept. 26, 2025
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Dear Falls-Lenox Families,
As we head into October, we have a new Word of the Month, which is "Integrity", and students will be learning about what this means and how to show this characteristic.
If your child qualified for Title One Reading Tutoring, your child should have brought home a letter this week. There is a parent meeting/open house on Wednesday, October 22nd at 5:30 in the FL media center where you can learn more about our Title One Reading Program, and the ways to help support your child with his/her reading at home.
There is no school for staff and students on October 10th and no school for students on Monday, October 13th (Oct. 13th is a Staff PD Day).
Please check out the "Counselor Corner" (click on the three lines in the top left corner) for detailed school counseling information, resources from Mrs. DeLuca, and information about her September lessons! Also, please check out the "Community Connections" tab for information about community activities and events for kids!
We are looking for a recess aide! If you are interested in spending time with our awesome students, please email Ms. Williams at lwilliams@ofcs.net. This is a paid position with Olmsted Falls City Schools. The hours are 10:20-12:20 daily.
Missing Glasses? There are several pairs of prescription glasses that have been turned into the office. If your child is missing his/her glasses, please have them check the office!
PTA Fundraiser Raise Craze kicks off today! Check out this video to learn more about how this simple fundraiser works: https://raisecraze.com/how-it-works-video
If at any time you have questions, concerns, or comments, please feel free to contact the main office at 440-427-6400.
Sincerely,
Lisa Williams
Principal
Upcoming Important Dates
October 3rd 2nd Grade Hale Farm Field Trip
October 8th Helping Hands Meeting @ 7:15 a.m. (See sign-up below)
October 9th Browns Day! Wear your Browns gear or orange and brown!
October 10th NEOEA Day ~ No School
October 13th Staff PD Day ~ No School Students
October 22nd Title One Open House @ 5:30 p.m.
October 22nd FL/ECC PTA Meeting @ 6:30 - Early Childhood Center
October 22nd CAVS Day! Wear your CAVS gear!
October 27th Curiosity Camp Week! Wear camping attire. (More details to come)
October 31st Halloween Parade of Costumes and Parties. (More details to come)
November 4th Staff PD Day ~ No School Students
November 5th Picture Retake Day
Meet Matthew Chege! Former Falls-Lenox Student and now Author! Matthew will be coming to Falls-Lenox next week to talk with the third grade classes about the process of publishing a book. If you are interested in purchasing his book, the link can be found below.
About the Author:
Hi everyone! My name is Matthew Chege. I’m 12 years old, in 7th grade, and the middle child with two awesome brothers.
I love playing sports —especially soccer and basketball—and I’m planning to try out for the track team soon. Outside of school, I enjoy biking , hanging out with my friends, shooting hoops, and playing video games like NBA 2K, FIFA, and Madden. Sometimes I even go golfing with my family and friends.
In school, my favorite subjects are Math and free writing, and I also enjoy free piano play , ping pong , and playing pool with my dad.
When it comes to writing, I started making up short stories back in 2nd grade and loved reading them to my family. At age nine, I began writing what later became my first published book, Back in Time! The story is packed with crazy adventures where the characters have to use their powers and teamwork to find their way back to Earth safely.
But my book is more than just an adventure—part of the money from every copy sold helps support education for kids in Kenya, so each purchase helps open doors for others.
I hope to write more books in the future.
Jump Rope Club
Jump Rope Club provides a fun fitness outlet for Falls-Lenox 2nd and 3rd grade students! The club focuses on skill development, health, and collaboration through weekly practices. Jump Rope Club will be held every Tuesday starting on October 7, 2025. The official dates for the club are: 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/11, 11/18. There will be an announcement at dismissal to release your child to the cafeteria. This will run from 2:35 to 3:35pm. To enable your child to participate in the jump rope club, please sign up using the link below. Please also fill out the emergency contact information below and have your student give this form to their teacher before the first session date (10/7). Questions, comments, or concerns can be directed to Tara Valco at tvalco@ofcs.net
Reminder: Students MUST have a note for their teacher every Tuesday to change their dismissal to jump rope club.
SIGN UP LINK (first come first serve, sign-up ends 3/19/2025):
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A48ADAA28A6FECF8-58765975-jump
Helping Hands Club
https://forms.gle/7mNAqhHQMi71hLNt9
Here's all the info from the form in case any of it is helpful for you:
Helping Hands Friendship Club is a disability awareness program that helps students learn attitudes of acceptance, dignity and respect toward all people, especially those with disabilities. The Helping Hands program will help your student discover new friends, develop new ideas and learn more about people with disabilities through organized events and interactions with their peers. We hope you will consider joining us for the 2025-2026 school year!
Our Wednesday Morning meeting dates:
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Please use the student drop-off door located at the Falls Gym.
(East side of the building near Kids First)
Our morning meetings will be held from 7:15-7:45am.
Please complete this Google Form by Friday. October 3rd!
Questions? Email Mrs. Hochevar at lhochevar@ofcs.net or Mrs. Rizer at drizer@ofcs.net
Thanks!!
Lesley
Dear Bulldog Families,
Olmsted Falls City Schools has again partnered with the Cleveland Cavaliers for a fun afternoon Cavs game! This year’s event will take place on Monday, January 19, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. when the Cavs take on the Oklahoma City Thunder. Please note that this date is a school holiday in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
This year’s pre-game experience will be the Big Flag! Ticket purchasers from our Bulldog group will be entered into a raffle to be selected to hold the Big Flag on the court during the National Anthem. Bulldogs selected to participate in the Big Flag experience will be notified via email in advance of game day.
Please consider joining Olmsted Falls City Schools as we cheer on our Cleveland Cavaliers this January! To purchase tickets, click on this link below for access to our reserved supply of tickets:
OFCS at Cavs - Ticket Link for January 19, 2026 2:30 PM Game
Please note that there are several ticket block areas and price levels available for our group. This January 19th game vs. the OKC Thunder will be a nationally televised game, so tickets may sell fast. It is recommended that interested Bulldogs purchase as soon as possible.
We look forward to this special day with the Cavs and hope to see you there!
Go Bulldogs and Go Cavs!
Pictures from the Week
The High School Cheerleaders came to visit Mrs. Ruffing's 1st grade class. They read aloud "How Full is Your Bucket"? and students participated in an activity about how to be kind and "fill" others' buckets!
The High School Cheerleaders came to visit Mrs. Ruffing's 1st grade class. They read aloud "How Full is Your Bucket"? and students participated in an activity about how to be kind and "fill" others' buckets!
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
September "In the Loop" Newsletter from Family Engagement and Communication Specialist, Julianne Allen
In the Loop Sept 2025- web (1).pdfAttendance 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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