Liberty Grove News

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If you were not able to attend the Title 1 Information Night and are interested, I will be hosting a meeting on September 4th from 6-7 VIRTUALLY to review the information. I will send out a reminder next week with a link for those that want to join!

We will begin dismissal at 3:30 for the duration of the school year! Thank you for being patient as students learn the routines and procedures! Our goal everyday is a 3:45 end time for dismissal!

Please make sure that you are staying in your car and going through the car rider pickup. We need to keep the front clear for special situations, buses and daycare

If you do not have a pickup card, you will need to get one. Moving forward, if you do not have a card, you will need to come to the front office and get one- then wait for your child to come to late pickup. If you need more cards, please let your child's teacher know. Thank you.

We also want to continue to remind you of the importance of your child being at school everyday! For the month of September, students that have perfect attendance will be put in a drawing for FREE gift cards or even a tablet! We will also do dress up days through the month of September!

Please see the buttons down below for links to the supply lists. There is tons of information here so please review carefully!

Please fill out the Back to School Forms on Skyward as soon as possible and sign up for School Cafe. Click on the buttons at the bottom of this newsletter.

Lauren Jeffries

ljeffries@garlandisd.net

Scan this QR code to provide feedback regarding the Title 1 Parent Compact and Engagement Policy. Your voice matters!

Class Dojo is essential. It is the one-stop-shop to stay current with what is going on in your child's classroom and at Liberty Grove! Please be on the lookout for the invite from your child's teacher. Thanks for all that you do!

There will be no parent visitors on campus until after Fall Break. We are working very hard to install strong routines and procedures with students on campus and need time to ensure these are taught and followed properly. Thank you for understanding as we work to ensure safety and security for all students on campus! More information will be coming about visitors joining us on campus! We look forward to seeing you soon!

9/2: Happy Monday! No school today! Enjoy your LABOR DAY!

9/3: Boosterthon starts today! YAY!

9/4: **Rescheduled** Virtual Title 1 Parent Meeting (see information above) from 6-7 pm

9/5: Wear college shirts and jeans!, CHICK-FIL-A Spirit Night!

9/6: National Read a Book Day! Read with your child today!

Wear spirit shirts and jeans today!

I am excited to be here as your school counselor and look forward to getting to know each of our students and families. Please check out my Virtual Office for information, resources, a virtual calming room, referral links, and even a fun back to school read aloud. There is also a link for my Counseling Needs Assessment to help me plan lessons with your students.

Upcoming Weeks/Month:

• Suicide Prevention Month (Known as Self Care is Empowerment for our Elementary students) September 1st – 30th: This month students will learn about how to keep themselves safe and happy and how to reach out to others when they or a classmate looks like they could use a friend. This includes the Start with Hello campaign to teach students to reach out to those that look lonely and say “Hello!” See flier for self-care activities.
• College Week September 16th – 20th: During college week students learn about different colleges and options for after graduation. See flier for themed and dress days. College Night will be at the CCC 9/18 from 6:00 – 8:00 if you would like to learn more!
• Self Care is Empowerment Week September 23rd – 27th: This week we will focus on self-care and mental health. See the flier for themed dress days! 😊
• Cybersafety Week September 23rd – 27th: Students will learn more in Library about how to stay safe online. Here’s a presentation to help parents with Cybersafety.

Please reach out to me at bsmccay@garlandisd.net if you ever have any questions or need help getting to resources for your student or family. Thank you and I look forward to a great year!”

Mission: Our Liberty Grove School Family inspires and encourages one another to achieve personal and academic excellence by setting and achieving goals and providing accountability for all.

Vision: Support the whole child through authentic instruction in a positive and nurturing environment.

Core Values: We believe that all students should receive quality instruction, We believe all children can learn, we value and celebrate the diversity of our families and communities, We encourage communication and collaboration to reach our full potential.

Principal

Liberty Grove Elementary

Email: ljeffries@garlandisd.net
Phone: 972-487-4416

Website: https://www.garlandisdschools.net/libertygrove
Twitter: @LGES_Gators

Facebook: Liberty Grove Elementary School

Dojo: www.classdojo.com