Ellerth E. Larson Elementary

Dear Larson Families,

The September Attendance Challenge kicks off on Tuesday, September 1st and goes through Thursday, September 24th. Students with a 95% or better attendance rate during this time will be invited to a pancake breakfast on Friday, September 25th at Larson Elementary!
Please encourage your child to be up and ready for school, on time, each day of the challenge.

With Larson Love,
Principal Santana

16. Learn the names of teachers/adults in the school and greet them by name.

September

1-24 Attendance Challenge

7 Labor Day No School

11 Picture Day

18 Jog-A-Thon/House Olympics

22-25 Parent Teacher Conferences- minimum days

25 Pancake Breakfast for students with 95% or better attendance for 9/1-9/24

Looking Ahead/Save the Dates:

October

16 Lunch on the Lawn

5th & 6th 12:05-12:45

23 Lunch on the Lawn

1st & 2nd 11:40-12:20

1st & 2nd 11:40-12:20

The safety of our students, families, staff, and community is always a top priority. We are asking all drivers to use extra caution during arrival and dismissal and to remember that school zones and nearby intersections are shared by young pedestrians, families, crossing guards, buses, and other vehicles.

A few extra seconds can make a significant difference. Children may move quickly or unexpectedly, and it is essential that every driver remain patient, attentive, and prepared to stop.

We appreciate your partnership in helping ensure that every Larson Star arrives at school safely and returns home safely each day. Thank you for doing your part to keep our school community safe!

As you may have noticed at the end of last year we added an additional paved sidewalk along the north/western most entry to our back parking lot. This paved sidewalk should be used for both morning arrival and afternoon dismissal for all pedestrians. We will redirect anyone to walk around the yellow poles and use the new sidewalk starting the first day of school, Friday July 24. Thank you for your cooperation.

Let's work together to ensure the safety of our students and staff:

• Please make sure you pick up your child on time every day. Our dismissal time for a regular day schedule is:
• 11:50 for AM TK/Kinder
• 2:00 for PM TK/Kinder
• 2:06 for 1st--6th grade
• Dismissal time for minimum day schedule is:
• 11:50 for All TK/Kinder
• 12:00 for 1st-6th grade

• To assist in keeping the flow of traffic moving swiftly, we ask that parents do the following:

  • Please always stay with your car.

  • When in the car line, please pull all the way forward behind the car in front of you.

  • Please be sure to drive slowly and safe while around our students and staff. Their safety is our priority.

  • Please be kind to our staff supervision! They are doing their best to keep everyone safe.

• Please do not park in the drop off/pick up lane. If you need to get out of your car to meet your child, then please park your car on the street or in the parking lot and meet them at a designated location.
• Please DO NOT make any U-turns on Heavenly Wy. when picking up in the back parking lot or in front of the bus loop at Wyndham and Legacy Wy.

e-bikes and e-motorcycles will not permitted on campus. If they are located in the bike racks they will be subject to tow.

Jog-A-Thon/House Olympics is coming!

PLEASE help us reach our goal to have 24 AM and 6 PM volunteers for this event. Use the sign-up genius link below.

The purpose of the SB 848 is for all active or new volunteers to be compliant. Attached is more information on SB 848. Active or new volunteers will need to take the mandated reporter training

(Keenan videos)

The Flyer attached has a link to the training where they can log in, take the training, and print the certificate of completion.

The certificate of completion should be provided to the school.

The Volunteer page on the Lodiusd website has also been updated with information about volunteers . Here is the link for your information https://www.lodiusd.net/families/volunteer

If you or the volunteer has any questions regarding the training ( Keenan Videos) please contact the office.

Lastly, moving forward, this will be a yearly requirement for volunteers.

AT HOME USE LOGIN: Give to Parents or Guardians.

Member ID larsonathome@lodiusd.net

Password: larsonathome

This information can be shared with Larson families wishing to utilize this program at home.

This account is now managed by PTO so we can ensure payment is renewed every year and that all students and staff can access this.

The Imagine This... Story Writing Contest is now open, and we're inviting students in grades 3–8 to write and submit original stories—real or imagined—based on accurate information about California agriculture. This one-of-a-kind contest combines agriculture, creativity, and literacy. Each year, one state winner from each grade level is selected, and their story is illustrated by talented high school art students before being published in a beautifully bound book!

Important Dates:

📅 November 1 – Story Submission Deadline

🏅 December 1 – Regional Winners Announced

🏆 December 1 – State Winners Announced

Winners Will:

📖 Become a published author

🏛️ Travel to Sacramento to be recognized at the State Capitol (travel expenses covered)

🎨 Have their story professionally illustrated by high school art students

🖼️ Receive a giant poster featuring their story's illustrated book cover

• Cash for College Nights – FAFSA/CADAA Support

We are excited to offer four opportunities to attend a Cash for College Night! These events are designed to help seniors and their families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA).

Please take advantage of one of these opportunities to receive support and get your questions answered as you complete the financial aid application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to the College and Career Technician at your school.

We hope to see you there!

Chromebooks must be kept in good repair in order for students to receive their full benefit. As with any student

use of school equipment, parents will be financially responsible for any willful, malicious, or accidental damage to

the device as listed below. The District is pleased to offer the Chromebook Care Plan to offset charges for any

necessary repairs. Plan details can be found at http://www.lodiusd.net/1to1

Families, please take a few minutes to complete Online Data Confirmation (ODC). Completing ODC ensures that your child’s school has current contact information and all required annual forms for the school year.

To complete ODC:

1. Go to the Aeries Parent & Student Portal and log in. If you do not have a log in, please follow the prompts to create an account. If you need assistance with this, please call our school's office.
   
   
2. Once logged in, if you have not completed the ODC a pink banner will appear across the top of your screen prompting you to complete the process. Follow the prompts and select "Finish and Submit" to finalize the data confirmation.

If you need clarity on the above steps, or would like to see screenshots, please view this document or call our school's office.

Every completed confirmation helps our school stay connected with families and better equips us to support students. Thank you for partnering with us and helping us start the year strong!

Below is a link to a PDF that does a great job of explaining our house system and what the core of our school believes in engaging our students in a high quality education.

"The goal of the Larson House System and The Great 28 is to encourage a supportive and engaging environment for our students. Studies show that schools with house systems have happier, more engaged students and have more school spirit than they did before a house system was implemented."

You are invited to attend the upcoming Community Advisory Committee meeting hosted by the Student Services/SELPA Department.

Topic: Special Education 101

Presenter: Kelsey Dibner, Program Specialist

When: Monday, September 14, 2026

Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Location: Microsoft Teams

Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone by clicking the link below:

Join the meeting now

If you have any questions, please get in touch with the Student Services/SELPA Department at (209) 331-7061. We look forward to your participation.

Join us on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. for an evening to explore our programs, meet our staff, and learn more about the opportunities available to our students and community.

We would love to see you there and hope you can join us!

Phones down, heads up. Creating connections in the classroom.

As we settle back into the routines of school, please help us remind your children that their phones should be put away during school. During school hours, campuses are a "no phone zone" and students will be expected to keep their phones off and put away.

This initiative is designed to support a more focused learning environment while encouraging real, in-person connection outside of the digital world. For more information and answers to frequently asked questions, please visit www.lodiusd.net/be-present.

The Conway Family Resource Center is a trusted neighborhood hub for essential services, support, and connection. Rooted directly within the community, Conway FRC provides families with access to critical resources that promote stability, wellness, and long-term opportunity. Please follow the button below for their latest newsletter and most up-to-date resources and support.

Sandy Hook Promise Mission:

The mission of Sandy Hook Promise is to educate and empower youth and adults to prevent violence in schools, homes, and communities. Through our proven, evidence-informed Know the Signs programs and sensible, bipartisan school and gun safety legislation, we teach young people and adults to recognize, intervene, and get help for individuals who may be socially isolated and/or at risk of hurting themselves or others.

Public Service Announcement from LUSD:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vS_Tkmnp1o0

To Report an anonymous tip, click here:

https://www.lodiusd.net/families/mentalhealth

We want to inform you about the 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a new, free, 24/7 helpline for anyone in emotional distress or facing a mental health crisis. If you or your child ever need support, simply call or text 988 or call 1-800-273-8255 to connect with trained professionals who can help.

This is an important resource for your family’s well-being. Please save this number.