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Loess Hills Computer Programming Elementary School

Dear Families,
Spring is just around the corner, and we have an exciting month planned for our students! Please take note of the important dates and events happening in March.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
We look forward to connecting with families during spring conferences. Conferences will be held on the following dates:
- Wednesday, March 20 | 3:40 PM – 5:40 PM
- Tuesday, March 25 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday, March 27 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Reading Across America Week: March 3-7
We will celebrate Reading Across America Week with guest readers and themed dress-up days!
Stay tuned for more details on the fun activities planned to encourage a love of reading in our students.
Music Concerts
Our second and third graders have been working hard to prepare for their upcoming music concerts! Families are welcome to attend:
- Second Grade Concert | Tuesday, March 18 at 9:15 AM
- Third Grade Concert | Tuesday, March 18 at 10:00 AM
Concert at the Orpheum
On March 24, students in grades 3-5 will have a special opportunity to attend a concert at the Orpheum Theatre. This will be a fantastic experience for our students to enjoy live music and cultural enrichment.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. We look forward to a fantastic month ahead!
Mrs. Voegeli
PTO
It is almost Spring!!! The closer to the end of the year it gets, the busier we are. We are currently looking for people to help plan our Teacher Appreciation Week and End of Year Event! If you are interested in helping in any way, please reach out to us. We’d love your help and input.
Look for us at the upcoming Conferences. We will be rolling out our spring fundraiser, selling Loess Hills Spirit Wear (while supplies last), and have our snack cart out. Stop and chat with us! See what we are doing for the school and how you can be a part of it!
We’d really love to see you at our next meeting on March 17 at 5 PM in the commons!
Thank you for all of your support! Don't forget to check out our Facebook page to keep up to date on upcoming events. Loess Hills Elementary PTO
President: Sandy Hagen
Vice President: Amber Kollbaum
Secretary: Katrina Hess
Upcoming PTO dates: 5:00 in the library - March 17, April 28, May 12
Start the Day with Breakfast
Studies show a strong connection between eating breakfast and improved academic performance. To support a healthy learning environment, our school provides breakfast daily in addition to lunch. Breakfast is served at our building from 8 am to 8:30 am (elementary school) OR 7 am to 8 am (middle and high school).
Visit the District’s website for more information on the District’s breakfast and lunch menus.
March 18: 6th Grade Welcome Night-6:00pm
March 20: End of 3rd Quarter, Interpreter supported conferences
March 25 & 27: Parent/Teacher Conferences
March 27: No School Due to Conferences
March 28: Exchange Day (NO SCHOOL)
March 17: St. Patrick's Day
March 17: PTO Meeting-Loess Hills Library-5:00pm
Loess Hills Mission Statement:
Create a safe environment, building strong and positive relationships among students, staff, and community to positively impact students.
Box Tops for Education
Every valid Box Tops clip is worth 10¢ for Loess Hills. Make sure each one has a clearly visible product acronym and expiration date.
Box Tops - New Scanning Feature
Eventually the Box Tops program will become digital-only. Participating brands are starting to change their packaging from a traditional Box Tops clip to the new Box Top label.
If you see this label, use the new Box Tops app to scan your receipt. Box Tops are still worth 10¢ each for Loess Hills. The app will find participating products purchased at any store and instantly add cash to our school's earnings online.
Hy-Vee Receipts - Cash For Students Program
Eligible receipts for groceries, prescriptions, floral, photoshop, and catering are accepted.
(No fuel, gas, postal, money order, Western Union, lottery, Quest, Mid American, bottle refunds or gift card receipts will be accepted.)
Casey's Rewards for Loess Hills
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Bullying and Harassment Free District
The District is committed to providing all students with a safe learning environment in which everyone is treated with dignity and respect. The District’s Anti-Bullying, Harassment, and Hazing policy defines bullying and harassment as well as the procedures for reporting and investigating bullying or harassment complaints.
Bullying and harassment are defined as any electronic, written, verbal, or physical act or conduct toward a student which is based on any actual or perceived trait or characteristic of the student and which creates an objectively hostile school environment that meets one or more of the following conditions:
- Places the student in reasonable fear of harm to the student’s person or property.
- Has a substantially detrimental effect on the student’s physical or mental health.
- Has the effect of substantially interfering with a student’s academic performance.
- Has the effect of substantially interfering with the student’s ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by a school.
If your student feels they are being bullied or harassed, encourage your student to visit with the student involved and tell them to stop. They should also tell a teacher, principal, or trusted adult at their school. An online discrimination, bullying, harassment, and hazing complaint form is also available on the District’s website and may be completed by the student, parent, or school employee.
Advocate for Our Schools
Parent volunteers are needed to join the District’s Grassroots Advocacy Committee. As a volunteer, you will receive email updates about important legislative events that could impact public education and be asked to contact our legislators to advocate for our schools. Tips are provided to help volunteers connect with legislators. Volunteer today and let your voice be heard! Contact Communications@live.siouxcityschools.com to volunteer.
1717 Casselman St. Sioux City, IA 51103
Main Office: 712-279-6843
Email us: CommLOE@live.siouxcityschools.com
Loess Hills Computer Programming Elementary School Website
Head Principal: Tami Voegeli
Assistant Principal: Amanda Brooks