The Lemon Crest ROAR
September 4, 2026
Dear Lemon Crest Families,
This time of year, it’s common to see more students out sick as everyone settles back into school and we are spending our days together in large groups. We have had quite a few germs making their way around campus, so we want to remind our Lions to do their part to help keep our school community healthy! Please encourage your child to wash their hands regularly, use hand sanitizer when appropriate, and avoid touching their eyes, nose, and mouth. If your child is not feeling well, please keep them home to rest and recover.
Our school nurse, Nurse Tara, and our classroom teachers are working hard each day to help make sure our students are feeling happy, healthy, and ready to learn. Thank you for partnering with us by helping your child practice healthy habits at home and keeping them home when they are not feeling well. If your child will be absent, please call our attendance line at 619-390-2527, option 1, or email lcattendance@lsusd.net.
No e-bikes at LUSD schools:
Parents/guardians, please know that our Lakeside Union School District policy regarding e-bikes is that e-bikes are not allowed on campus; students are not permitted to ride them to or from school.
Students riding bikes or scooters MUST have a helmet and cannot ride with another child/person on the bike/scooter. We will speak with a child who does not have a helmet as a warning, and they will have to walk their bike/scooter home, but if it happens again, they will have to leave the bike/scooter at school for parent/guardian pick-up. We work hard to keep our lions safe from home to school and back, and we appreciate your support.
Parking at Lemon Crest:
Please review our arrival and dismissal procedures for our school below for safe drop-off and pick-up. Our priority is keeping our students, families and staff safe. Do not park in front of the yellow curbs (bus lanes) OR the red curbs (emergency lanes). Please do not double park in front of another car. We have our lower parking lot (with the solar panels) and the upper lot that is available for parent/guardian parking.
Finally, I want to end with some celebrations!
We have THREE amazing teachers who have served 30 years in the Lakeside Union School District, and they deserve some extra love here in the newsletter: Mrs. Horn, Ms. Taft and Mrs. Brown! Incredible!!!
ALSO, something new that we're starting this year at each of our All-School Assemblies is Teacher and Classified Staff Member of the Month!
- This month's Teacher of the Month is.... Mrs. Holden! Mrs. Holden has started off the year with so much positivity and flexibilty for her 3rd graders! Thank you, Mrs. Holden!
- This month's Classified Staff Member of the month is.... a TIE with Mrs. Whitehurst, our School Secretary, and Ms. Madina, our School Office & Health Assistant! These two Lions have worked incredibly hard to make sure our staff, students and families have everything that they need to make this a wonderful school year! They work behind the scenes, so a lot of their hard work isn't known, but I want to give a huge shout-out to Ms. Madina and Mrs. Whitehurst!
I am so grateful for an amazing first 3 weeks of school! Have a wonderful 3-day weekend, and let's cross our fingers that the hurricane misses San Diego!! Stay cool, stay dry and stay safe, Lemon Crest family! We will see you on Tuesday, September 8!
Take care,
Jen Price
Principal, Lemon Crest Elementary
Ms. Madina is one of our Classified Staff of the Month for August!
Mrs. Holden is our Teacher of the Month for August!
Ms. Taft has served 30 YEARS in LUSD!
Mrs. Whitehurst is one of our Classified Staff of the Month for August!
This year, our school-wide theme is Growing Stronger Together, inspired by the book The Together Tree by Aisha Saeed. In the story, a tree grows stronger as the animals around it work together, support one another, and celebrate their unique strengths. It reminds us that when we care for one another and work toward a common goal, our entire community flourishes.
At Lemon Crest, we believe every student, family, and staff member plays an important role in helping our school grow. Together, we create a place where students feel safe, valued, challenged, and inspired to do their very best. By building strong relationships, showing kindness, and working as a team, we help every child reach their full potential.
Here is a Read Aloud by Principal Price of the book, The Together Tree. Each classroom also has this book to read and enjoy with the class this year.
Improving our school's attendance and reducing tardies is one of our big school goals!
Coming to school every day on time matters! Attendance is directly linked to academic success, social-emotional development, and future opportunities! We pledge to work with you in order to support your family in getting your child to school every day on time!
If your child is sick, please call the Front Office at 619-390-2527 and press option 1or email: lcattendance@lsusd.net
Missed Lessons = Falling Behind: Even one day can mean missing critical instructions and activities, making it harder for your child to catch up.
Impact on Future Success: Consistent attendance is a strong predictor of academic achievement and future opportunities.
Building Resilience: Regular attendance teaches your child the value of perseverance and responsibility—essential skills for success in life.
Stronger Friendships: Daily presence helps your child develop and sustain friendships, which are crucial for emotional and social development.
Healthy Routine: Attending school every day establishes a stable routine, promoting better mental and physical health.
If you're finding that your child doesn't want to come to school, please reach out to your child's teacher or our School Counselor, Ms. Pfab, so we can work together to support your family! Below is an article about what you can do when your child doesn't want to go to school.
