THURSDAY EXCHANGE NEWSLETTER
October 16, 2025
Life School Red Oak
Website: lifeschool.net
Location: 777 South Interstate 35 East Service Road, Red Oak, TX, USA
Phone: 469-552-9200
Facebook: www.facebook.com/LifeRedOak
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lsromustangs/
Hello Families,
We've had a wonderful first week back after Fall Break! Don't forget, students have school tomorrow, Friday, October 17th!
I've love seeing families play games or practicing flashcards during lunch! Be sure to check out our Family Fun Lunchbox if you come to have lunch with your child!
What is a Glimmer?
A few weeks ago, I shared with our staff the idea of “Glimmers.” I’ve also had the chance to talk with a few students about them! A glimmer is a small moment that brings you joy, calm, or connection — the opposite of a trigger.
I encourage you to look for glimmers in your day and talk about them at home. Ask your child, “What was your glimmer today?” Our lives can be busy and sometimes stressful, but taking time to notice the positive moments helps us all build gratitude and resilience — and it’s a wonderful habit to model for our children.
Join the LifeLeader Group on Parent Square
The LifeLeader Group is your go-to spot for exploring the 15 LifeLeader attributes your student is learning at school. Inside the group, you’ll find access to LifeHabits, articles, activities, and games that help bring these attributes to life at home. It’s also a great way to stay informed about how LifeLeader is being used on campus and to learn how to speak the same LifeLeader language your student uses every day. Click here to join the LifeLeader Group.
Yearbook Pictures
Families are invited to contribute to our school yearbook by uploading photos through the designated link provided below. Please note that while we welcome all submissions, not every photograph will be included in the final publication, as selections will be made to ensure a balanced and representative yearbook. We appreciate your support in helping us capture the many memorable moments of this school year.
Use this link to submit pictures: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWJ07msbWThCGFE0VDODBsE7HHKDpFFsLzOwtcJt7RtfJNYA/viewform?usp=header
October:
17: Report Card Sent to parents
17: School on Friday for Students & Staff
24: No School Friday
27-30: Red Ribbon Week
27: Lost & Found on Tables
30: Birthday Thursday/$3 Free Dress Day
30: Lost & Found Donated
30: Chick fil A Fundraiser Night
30: Fall Festival, 6:00-7:30
31: No School Friday
November
1-30: National American Heritage Month
3: Raising Canes Fundraiser Night-Waxahachie
7: Staff Development, No School for Students
Come ready for fun!
Click the image to purchase tickets!
Raising Cane's Waxahachie
Chick-fil-A Red Oak
Cici's Waxahachie
Weekly I Will Statements
During morning announcements, we will focus on one LifeLeader Attribute each week and learn what we need to do to develop each attribute so that we can become effective leaders in our school and in our community. We encourage students and families to memorize these statements together and talk about how the attribute is exhibited at home, school and work. We will share the I Will statement in the weekly newsletter and on our campus Facebook page. We look forward to hearing how students are exhibiting the attributes at school and home. Click here to view all 15 LifeLeader attributes.
LifeLeader School Rules - Growing Leaders of Character
During the first six weeks of school, we’re introducing our LifeLeader School Rules to help students grow as leaders of strong character. Every two weeks, we’ll focus on one of the three school rules, reinforcing positive behaviors that support our mission.
We invite you to partner with us by asking your child how they are demonstrating these school rules both at school and at home.
Click here to view the teacher guide with examples of behaviors that align with each rule
Please see below reminders regarding school uniform and dress code:
- Elementary students must wear navy pants, skirts, or plaid jumpers or skirts. Elementary students should not be wearing khaki pants or skirts.
- Elementary students must wear navy or red polo shirts or a white oxford (button-down) shirt with the Life School crest.
- Spirit T-shirts can only be worn on Thursdays. Polo shirts must be worn Monday-Wednesday.
- For more information, please see our Student/Parent Handbook.
All households need to complete the Free and Reduced Price School Meal Application each school year, even if your child does not purchase school meals. The application is available throughout the school year and available to complete again should your family have a change in income or additional family members in the household.
Click here to view the breakfast and lunch menus.
Students and parents are not allowed to use food delivery services to have food brought to school during school hours.
Breakfast is from 7:15-7:40.
Any students arriving to the cafeteria after 7:35 will not be able to eat breakfast.
School Hours: 7:40 am – 4:05 pm.
Morning Drop-off/Arrival: 7:15 – 7:40 am.
No student will be allowed to enter the building before 7:15 am.
Students must be inside their classrooms and ready for learning by 7:40 am. Students will be marked tardy beginning at 7:45am.
Click here to report an absence.
Any questions regarding absences, tardies/early pickups please email the Attendance Clerk at attendance.lsro@lifeschools.net.
Attendance is available for you to review at any time in the Parent Portal.
Excessive absences can result in filing with the truancy court and possible expulsion from Life School.
For more information, please see our Student/Parent Handbook.
Students in Kindergarten through 12th grade are prohibited from using the following personal electronic devices during school hours and while on school property:
Cell phones
Smart watches (including fitness trackers with texting/calling features)
Earbuds/headphones (including AirPods)
Tablets and personal laptops (including iPads and gaming devices)
These personal electronic devices must be turned off and stored out of sight in a backpack or purse during the school day. The use of any of these devices during the school day may result in confiscation and disciplinary consequences. This includes all areas of the school building and property, such as but not limited to classrooms, cafeterias, common areas/hallways, and locker rooms.
Please note: This policy does not apply to Life School-issued devices, which will continue to be used for educational purposes. Students may use a personal device only if:
It is required by their IEP or 504 Plan; or
A physician’s order is on file for a medical need.
We appreciate your support in helping us create an environment that allows students to fully engage in learning without unnecessary distractions. If you have any questions or believe your child may qualify for an exception, please contact your campus administrator.
Thank you for partnering with us to support student success!
It's easy! Here's how it works:
- Download the Box Tops app and create a login. Choose to give to Life School Red Oak, our zip code is 75154!
- Buy Box Tops products. With thousands of participating products, there are lots of chances to earn!
- Scan your receipt with the Box Tops app within 14 days of purchase and automatically earn for Life School Red Oak with every Box Tops product you buy.
- You can even link your Walmart account to skip scanning receipts! See the app for more details.
- Spread the word to grandparents, friends, and family! This allows others to earn for our school!
Every Box Tops product counts towards our goal. Let's make a difference for our teachers & students!
Ladorsche Morrow-October 2nd
Nadiah Ortiz-October 5th
Melissa O'Neal-October 8th
Jaclyn Lauterbach-October 11th
Mystere Moyes-October 17th
Candice Velasquez-October 19th
Carolyn Domkowski-October 19th
Sharon Grey-October 22nd
Andria Gonzales-October 25th
To view staff favorites, click here.
