Owl Observer News

It has been a fantastic week here at Ducketts Lane. Students across the grades were busy working together, learning new skills, and laughed while creating memories along the way.

As the weather is getting warmer, many students are arriving well before 8:30am. This is a safety concern for our children. Please note that we do not have staff available to supervise children outside who are arriving or being dropped off to play prior to school starting. The playground is closed prior to the start of school and children are asked to line up at their assigned area ready to enter the building at 8:30am.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Monday.

Proudly serving you,

Mrs. Caroland, Mrs. Van Osdel, and Mrs. Yerashunas

Monday, March 31- Full School for Students (this is a change-it had originally been scheduled to be a teacher work day and no school for students but to make up some of the snow days, now we will have school)

Thursday, April 10th- Individual Spring School Pictures

Monday, April 14th- Monday, April 21st -Schools Closed for Spring Break

Tuesday, April 22nd- Schools reopen for all students

We hope that everyone will join in next week and dress for each special day for Career Week

We want to thank Ms. Abrams, staff, and all of our amazing talented students who showcased their skills last week at our first annual talent show! We can't wait to see next year's acts.

Are you still confused about the difference between HCPPS Connect and Canvas? Did you receive a new Chromebook and are unsure how to use it? Have you forgotten your HCPSS password? If you need any computer assistance, we are here to help you feel confident in accessing your student's grades, emailing a teacher, seeing attendance records, making a parent teacher conference, and downloading the Canvas app on your phone.

If you answered YES to any of these questions, please sign up on this Computer Assistance Request Form. A Ducketts Lane Liaison will then reach out to you to set up a time to meet for Computer, Chromebook, HCPSS Connect or Canvas assistance.

We are here to help you learn how to access HCPSS information on your computer or phone for you to support your student's success.

¿Aún tiene dudas sobre la diferencia entre HCPPS Connect y Canvas? ¿Recibió una Chromebook nueva y no sabe cómo usarla? ¿Olvidó su contraseña de HCPSS? Si necesita asistencia con la computadora, estamos aquí para ayudarle a acceder con confianza a las calificaciones de su estudiante, comunicarse con un maestro, ver los registros de asistencia, programar una reunión de padres y maestros o para descargar la aplicación Canvas en su teléfono.

Si respondió SÍ a alguna de estas preguntas anteriores, complete este Formulario de solicitud de asistencia informática con la computadora. Un enlace de Ducketts Lane se pondrá en contacto con usted para programar una reunión con ellos para obtener asistencia con la computadora, HCPSS Connect o Canvas.

Estamos aquí para ayudarle a aprender a acceder a la información de HCPSS en su computadora o teléfono para que pueda apoyar el éxito de su estudiante.

Take a moment to see all of the amazing options available to show your Ducketts Lane spirit and pride.

Click here to see all the options and deals!

Ready-set-read: Join our Read-a-thon!
We will be raising money by focusing on reading for the next few weeks and we need your help.
Sign up to activate your child's Read-A-Thon page. From there you can track their reading, and receive donations from friends and family. Together let's show everyone how rewarding reading can be.

Sign up is easy and only takes a minute.
1. Go to: www.read-a-thon.com/readers
2. Enter Code: 3277193
3. Create and share your page.

Prizes will be awarded to the top readers! Happy Reading!

Hersheypark Early Bird Discount Tickets are available for 2025 (valid during the full season, 04/05/2025-01/04/2026). If you need an additional order form, please email us at duckettslanepta@gmail.com. An order will be placed on April 25th, for any forms received after March 25th. We hope you enjoy your time at the Sweetest Place on Earth!

Silent Auction and Raffle/Book BINGO

Get ready for a night of fun! Join us on Thursday, April 10th, from 6:30-8:00 PM in the cafeteria for our Silent Auction and Raffle. Every student gets a free raffle ticket! During the event we will also be playing Book BINGO! Come out to support the DLES PTA and have the chance to win some amazing items. You won’t want to miss it!

The Parent Encouragement Program (PEP) offers online and in-person classes, to give parents of toddlers to teens the knowledge to understand the underlying causes of their children’s behavior, and the practical skills and tools they need to address problems right away. PEP programs are offered in English and Spanish and include videos-on-demand, webinars, virtual and in-person classes, and individual support.

To support parents and caregivers facing job insecurity and high stress for themselves and their families, PEP is offering its Live Webinars and On-Demand Videos FREE OF CHARGE this spring.

Simply add coupon code: PEPFREE to save $25 on all PEP programs!

PEP also offers many other classes FREE on critical topics on parenting. Explore the topics HERE

We strive to be a school that actively partners with our students, staff, families, and surrounding community members. We welcome your feedback.

Please click on the Feedback Form to share your thoughts with how we can make DLES the best for everyone.

• Principal, Mrs. Caroland Molly_Caroland@hcpss.org

• Assistant Principal, Mrs. Van Osdel Amy_Van_Osdel@hcpss.org

• Leadership Intern, Mrs. Yerashunas Brianna_Yerashunas@hcpss.org

• Principal Secretary, Mrs. Canter Teresa_Canter@hcpss.org

• Registration Support, Secretary Ms. Lynette Carmen_Lynette@hcpss.org

• Attendance, Synergy and Family File Support, Secretary Mrs. Forman Julie_Forman@hcpss.org

• Counselor Mr. Leisawitz Alexander_Leisawitz@hcpss.org

• Counselor Mrs. Baron Krista_Baron@hcpss.org

• Community School Coordinator Ms. Medina Alejandra_Medina@hcpss.org