LEWIS ELEMENTARY NEWS

EVERY SCHOOL DAY COUNTS. “Did you know?” In 2024-25, 50% of Lewis students who didn’t reach grade level expectations on state tests missed more than 14 days of school. We are really hoping to change that statistic this year.

Wednesday, October 22nd - Early Release - Students dismissed at 11:50am

Thursday, October 23rd - PTA Clothing Closet Volunteer Event 9:30am-1:30pm

Friday, October 24th - Trunk or Treat 5-7pm

Looking forward:

Monday, October 27th - Author visit (Details below)

Friday, October 31st - Lewis Dines Out at Toast 9am-2pm

November 3rd-December 8th - Successful Schools Survey

Tuesday, November 4th - PTA General Meeting 6:30-7:30

Friday, November 7th -Dental Sealants (2nd/3rd grades) / Dia de los Muertos event and movie screening 5:30-8:30

Wednesday, November 12 - Last day to order a Wreath (Order form below

Friday, November 14th - Parent coffee /Ruby bridges walk to school day 7:45

Saturday, December 6th - Lewis Winter Bazaar & Wreath Sale Pick-up 10-1pm

Our Sucessfull Schools Survey opens November 3rd - December 8th. Look here for more information in a couple weeks.

We have heard from several families that they are not receiving our messages until the evening hours. To update your preferences you will need to go into your parentsquare account and select how you'd like to see our notifications and when you'd like them to be sent to you. To do this please follow the following directions. If you have any questions, please let us know.

Customize your notification preferences

*Log in: Go to the ParentSquare website or open the app.

*On the top right hand side select your name and then click manage account
*Navigate to settings: Tap the Notifications Setting - Adjust notifications, use the toggles to turn email, text, or app notifications on or off.
*Select notification type: For each delivery method, you can choose between "Instant" or "Digest" for general announcements.

*All accounts are automatically set to have messages delievered by "Digest" which means around 6pm.

We are seeking dedicated volunteers to join the fundraising committee for Birdie’s Place, a memorial playground project honoring a child’s legacy of joy and play. Specifically, we need individuals with skills or interest in community and business outreach to help spread the word, engage local partners, and build strong support for this meaningful cause. If you’re passionate about making a difference and bringing Birdie’s Place to life, we’d love to have you on our team! To learn more, please email us at birdiesplacefundraising@gmail.com and please follow us on Facebook and Instagram

Todays memory:

• “Birdie would always be as fancy as she could and was always giving out compliments”

  -Rozzy

  5th grade student.

Birdie's Place

"A hummingbird is sacred in many cultures, always symbolizing good luck, joy, and beauty."

This month our 1st and 2nd graders will be taking the Naglieri Nonverbal Assessment. This is a universal screener that the TAG department uses to help us identify students who might need to be referred for TAG services. The Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test (NNAT) is a nonverbal assessment of general reasoning and problem-solving skills that uses geometric shapes and designs instead of language, making it accessible to diverse populations, including English language learners. It consists of questions in four categories—Pattern Completion, Reasoning by Analogy, Serial Reasoning, and Spatial Visualization. For assessment dates, please check with your classroom teacher.

The TAG Referral window opened on Sept 15th. New state laws require that school districts receive TAG referrals throughout the school year. You can refer your student for TAG on the PPS TAG website. The TAG Evaluation process is estimated to take approximately 8 weeks. Detailed information on the TAG Evaluation process can be found on the PPS TAG Website. For questions about TAG, please contact Lisa Tegethoff, ltegethoff@pps.net or the PPS TAG Department at ppstag@pps.net.

AUTHOR VISIT FOR ALL LEWIS STUDENTS

Award-winning author Rosanne Parry will be visiting Lewis on October 27th!

• K-2 students will have a 2nd author visit this month as Rosanne will be leading our young students in a howl-along as she shares her book, The Wolf Effect.

• Students in grades 3-5 will learn more about the writing process and storytelling as Rosanne shares information about her newest book, A Wolf Called Fire, a standalone companion to her NY Times bestselling book, A Wolf Called Wander.

Autographed copies of Rosanne's Voice of the Wilderness Quartet books (A Wolf Called Wander, A Whale of the Wild, A Horse Named Sky, and A Wolf Called Fire) along with The Wolf Effect can be purchased through A Children's Place Bookstore:

https://www.achildrensplacebookstore.com/rosanne-parry

*Be sure to click on "Add a Note" to indicate the Lewis Author Visit and give your child's name and teacher

JOG-A-THON success!

What a wonderful day; the students did an amazing job! Thank you to our community volunteers for being the best cheer squad, cowbell ringers, lap markers, lap counters, teacher support (and runners!), and general support. And thanks to Mr. D, our DJ/timekeeper who really kept those kids going! As of Monday, October 20, our community has raised just over $18,000!

Join Us for Trunk-or-Treat – THIS Friday, October 24!

We’re excited to invite you to our annual Trunk-or-Treat event on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 5pm–7pm here at the school!

The event will go on rain-or-shine.

This fun-filled evening will include:

• Cheese and gluten-free pizza for purchase in the cafeteria ($2/slice, cash or square accepted)

• A festive photo backdrop and props

• A seasonal coloring station

• Carnival-style games and Scavenger Hunt

• A Sensory Station

• And of course, Trunk-or-Treating!

This event is a favorite for our students and families, and we need your help to make it a success! Here’s how you can get involved:

1. Donate Candy – We need lots of candy to keep our little trick-or-treaters smiling! The Candy Monster will be at the main entrance for morning drop off all week!

2. Decorate a Trunk – Sign up to decorate your car and hand out candy. Get creative and have fun! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4EAAA62AA0F49-52129154-trunk

3. Volunteer at the Event – Help us run activities or direct families. Each volunteer slot is just 30 minutes, so you’ll still have plenty of time to enjoy the event with your child(ren). https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4EAAA62AA0F49-52543255-trunk

Come hungry to the first Lewis Dines Out of the year!

Dine at parent-owned Toast and the PTA will get a percentage of the day's proceeds.

It's a fun and delicious way to support a local business and the PTA!

Lewis Elementary School has partnered with Engel's Evergreens for our wreath fundraiser this year!

Wreath pick-up will be at the Lewis Winter Bazaar

(Lewis Elementary School Cafeteria) on Saturday, December 6 from 10am - 1pm.

Support the Lewis Elementary PTA & use this link to purchase a wreath by Nov 12!

Calling all crafty current & former Lewis students & parents!

The Lewis Winter Bazaar is happening on Saturday, December 6 from 10am - 1pm.

Current and former Lewis students, their parents, and outside vendors will have an opportunity to showcase their creative skills by selling their home-made crafts.

Use this link to apply to be a vendor!

Cleveland BOYS Basketball Team registration for grades 3rd-5th is open!

Cleveland Boys Recreational teams are organized through the community youth program, Cleveland Basketball. Registration is first come, first serve and space is limited. Volunteer coaches are needed.

For complete details and registration go to the Cleveland Basketball Youth Program website. Questions? Email info@cleveland-warriors.com

GO WARRIORS!!

The Lane PTA’s 3rd Annual No Fuss Fall Fundraiser is underway! Nothing to sell and nothing to buy - all proceeds go directly to supporting Lane students, staff, and community. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and any amount big or small helps, as does sharing the word! Help us meet our goal of $4,000. Find additional details below in the flyer on how to donate and how your money goes to help the Lane community. A check dropped or mailed to the school is very welcome, as it saves on additional fees! Thank you!!

If you are interested in volunteering in the school, help chaperone a field trip visit or school event please make sure to submit your background check: https://www.pps.net/volunteer