The Lemon Crest ROAR
August 7, 2026
Dear Lemon Crest Families,
I’m so excited to kick off another wonderful school year with you and your family! This is my fourth year at Lemon Crest, and I’m thrilled to welcome both our returning families and those joining us for the first time. Thank you for being part of our Lemon Crest community! We look forward to partnering with you to help every child learn, grow, and thrive.
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.
As we begin the school year, we'll continue focusing on the goals outlined in our School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA):
- Academic Achievement: Helping every student grow as a reader, writer, mathematician, and thinker through high-quality instruction and meaningful learning experiences.
- Student Well-Being and Safety: Supporting students socially and emotionally while ensuring every child feels safe, connected, and ready to learn.
- Improving Attendance: Encouraging students to be at school every day, on time, because consistent attendance is essential for learning, building friendships, and staying connected to our school community.
We'll also continue teaching and celebrating our ROAR expectations: Respectful, On Task, Always Safe, and Responsible. These values help us build a positive school culture where everyone can succeed.
Throughout the year, you'll find many opportunities to stay connected through family events, classroom activities, volunteer opportunities, and school celebrations. Your partnership makes a tremendous difference, and we are grateful to have you as an important part of our Lemon Crest family.
We know that you are excited to find out your child's teacher and learn more about the school year! Please read this first newsletter carefully; you'll find lots of answers to your potential questions right here!
Here's to a year of learning, growth, and GROWING STRONGER TOGETHER!
Take care,
Jen Price
Principal, Lemon Crest Elementary
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.
