Falls-Lenox Primary School Newsletter
October 3, 2025
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Dear Falls-Lenox Families,
Next week there is no school for students on Friday, October 10th and Monday, October 13th.
PTA Fundraiser Raise Craze has kicked off! It is super easy to sign up and share the link with family and friends for donations! Check out this video to learn more about how this simple fundraiser works: https://raisecraze.com/how-it-works-video
Thursday October 9th will be Cleveland Brown's Day! Wear Brown's Gear or orange, brown, and white!
Save the Date: Parent/Teacher Conferences will be November 20th and 24th from 3-7 p.m. A sign-up will be forthcoming by your child's teacher.
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!
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 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
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
A special thank you to Matthew Chege, former FL student, for talking with all of the 3rd grade classes about publishing his book, "Back in Time".
A special thank you to Matthew Chege, former FL student, for talking with all of the 3rd grade classes about publishing his book, "Back in Time".
News from FLECC PTA
Committee Sign up!
Please consider signing up for a committee. It is a great way to get involved and continue to help all the students at ECC and Falls Lenox!
SIGN UP HERE------> Committee Interest Form <--------
Family Movie Night
The first Family Movie night has been scheduled for Dec. 1st. The movie will be Zootopia 2. Tickets will be $7.25 a piece. Keep an eye out for more details soon!
Raise Craze UPDATE!
Dear Parents, Faculty & Staff, Thank you all for your generous support of our Raise Craze fundraiser. So far, we’ve raised $5,370 and completed 176 Acts of Kindness! How amazing is that?! We hope to finish strong, so please continue logging your completed Acts of Kindness in the software. We can't meet our goal without YOU!!!
Not registered? Get started today. REGISTER: https://raisecraze.com/join CODE: 343-184 P.S. For the latest class results, check the Leaderboard at my.raisecraze.com/leaderboard/for/ AYGXJYTM.
Questions? Contact Andrea Murphy at amurphy@newbelgium.com
Volunteer Opportunities
Falls Lenox Lunchroom Volunteer (8/21 - 10/31/2025)
Check with your child's teacher directly, they are always planning fun things for the kids that they may need a helping hand with
Consider helping out with ECC's Breakfast Buddies so that their parents can have a chance to attend! Breakfast Buddies sign up Breakfast Buddies Volunteer Sign ups!
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
October "In the Loop" by Julianne Allen
IntheLoopOctNov2025-web.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
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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