Lutherville Lab Report

What's gone down & what's coming up at the leopards' lair.

October 8th, 2021

Hello Lutherville families,

It has been great to see classrooms settle into some of our familiar instructional routines and some new ones that have come with our new math curriculum. Across grade levels, students are growing more independent with learning activities, allowing our teachers to be more precise with small instructional groups and balance whole group instruction with targeted supports for small groups.

Also this week, our students and staff did an excellent job in the necessary work of discussing an enhanced lockdown scenario on Wednesday. Mrs. Hart and I enjoyed the chance to chat with and take questions from families on Thursday morning at "Coffee with Administrators."

Next week, DIBELs parent reports will go home to share information on foundational reading skills for our K-2 students. In next week's Grade Level Team Meetings for Kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade, we will be analyzing this data to inform small group instruction, tiered intervention strategies, and enrichment opportunities as indicated by the data.

Finally, a reminder that schools are closed next Friday, October 15th for a professional development day for staff. Looking a little further ahead, November 5th is an early dismissal day for students.

In partnership,

-Mr. McComb

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Connections and morning greetings are an important routine in our mornings. In Ms. Noonan's 2nd grade classroom, the morning greeter is a student job, and the options offer contactless and non-hand contact options. Importantly, all students are greeted upon entry to the classroom.

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Last Friday after our fire drill, we honored our chief custodian, Mr. Antonio with a huge "ROAR" chant and some handmade gifts. We also shared gratitude and recognition with Ms. Malinda, Ms. Portia, and Mr. Keston, our full custodial team, for their dedication to our school in honor of National Custodian's Day.

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The "Lab Coat" honors is passed to honor staff members who go above and beyond for our school. This month Ms. Baker passed it on to Ms. Santiago, a para-educator who has covered classes, translated for parents, and brings the energy every day.

Student Clubs Update

Thank you for your patience as we continue to await final approval for teacher stipends to facilitate clubs. The latest update we have received is that we should expect a final word by next Friday. We are working on our end to be prepared to move forward with clubs as soon as that is received. Again, thank you for your patience.

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Picture Day

School Picture day is approaching, October 28th! We have been told to expect paper and online order information to be delivered the week of October 18th. As soon as it arrives, we will send it along, but please mark your calendars now!

Canned Food Drive

When: Monday, October 4th- Friday, October 29th

Where: Lutherville Lab

Who: Teachers, students, parents, and faculty

Why: One-third of the people served by emergency food programs are children. We need you to help these hungry children have a good meal, so they can learn. This will help students have an opportunity to learn about hunger and help other children in need.

What: Please send in canned goods

Let’s Give Back to the Community!

Previous Lab Reports

Please find previous Lab Reports via the following links:

October: 1st

September: 24th, 17th, 10th, 3rd

August: 27th, 20th, 13th, 6th

July: 30th

Upcoming Events

Event Information

Build-a-Leopard Event

Please join us for the PTA Community Building event outside by the Learning Garden behind the build at Lutherville Lab. Order forms to participate in the event will be coming home with your child! Rain date: October 22nd.

When?

Thursday, Oct 21, 2021, 05:00 PM

Where?

Lutherville Lab-Science Math, York Road, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, USA

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Event Information

School Picture Day!

Order information will arrive at school the week of 10/18 and will be sent home in paper and electronic forms ASAP upon arrival.

When?

Thursday, Oct 28, 2021, 09:30 AM

Where?

Lutherville Lab-Science Math, York Road, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, USA

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Event Information

Family Learning Night

Family Learning Night: Reading Edition will be held on November 4, 2021, from 5:00-6:00. Families are invited to join faculty and staff in a celebration of reading. Families will have an opportunity to visit stations set up in various classrooms around the school. Families will play reading games, practice reading skills, learn fun AVID strategies, read, and learn together!

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