Mrs. Smith’s Snapchat…
Hello Lakeside Families,
Our students have done an excellent job with the COVID safety protocols. Please continue to be sure your student is practice social distancing, wash their hands frequently, and wearing their masks before leaving the home or exiting your car every morning before school.
Chartwells will be running an extra food distribution tonight from 4 PM - 6 PM at Moorhead Community Resource Center for all Warren families. They will be handing out 3 breakfast meals, three lunches, and three dinner meals per student. In addition, food distribution will be at MCRC on Friday, February 19th from 8:00 - 9:30 AM and 4:00 - 6:00 PM.
Tuesday, our K-4 VIRTUAL families should have received an email from Mrs. Griffin regarding midterms and information on IREAD3 and ILEARN testing. If you have any questions about these items, please email or call Mrs. Griffin.
Linked here is our district newsletter for the month of February. It can also be found on our website by clicking on Newsroom under the Explore Tab. With the current weather situations, we would like families to check out our webpage for updates on closings and delays. (LINK) We would also like to remind families that the cold weather demands coats and hats. Please ensure students are dressed warmly before they leave home. If you are need of a coat please reach out to our school counselor Mrs. Brown @ 317-532-2880
As always, I thank you for your continued support of Lakeside Elementary! Take care, be safe, and have a great weekend!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Smith
Short Explanation of Third Round of P-EBT
Important P-EBT Update - FSSA has updated its estimated issuance date to February 28, 2021, so you may hear from families who are concerned when they don't receive cards this week as expected. Please share the updated estimated issuance date of Feb. 28, 2021 with families in this week's newsletter, and with staff who may be fielding questions. I've attached P-EBT flyers that reflect the new date in English and Spanish (***Note: The FSSA flyers direct families to contact their school with questions). For more information, visit https://www.warren.k12.in.us/article/388678?org=msd-of-warren-township, which includes links to FSSA P-EBT webpage and FAQs.
"All Warren Township Schools will participate and provide the necessary data to the Division of Family Resources for the 3rd round of the Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT). The funds will begin to be mailed out to your home on January 31, 2021. It is essential that you keep your card, as additional P-EBT assistance will be loaded back onto this same card. Again, PLEASE KEEP THIS CARD. For additional questions or information, please feel free to call our Food Service Department at 317-869-4381 or 317-869-4389, or you can visit https://www.in.gov/fssa/dfr/dfr-policy-changes-and-actions/pandemic-ebt/.
If you should happen to move and need to complete a change of address form, please visit the following link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ur-ZIQmkE0wxBi0WTPYjbJ_x7DdGCFIvwlvRHlpyNNUN1pDMjdWOE1EQ1o5QTJQTkNJTFY0UVlCUi4u"
Along with this, I have included an additional flyer for your review.
The assistance is only for students in grades K-12. Early Childhood and Adult Education does not qualify.
For additional information about P-EBT, please feel free to visit: https://www.in.gov/fssa/dfr/dfr-policy-changes-and-actions/pandemic-ebt/
Please let me know if you have any questions.
(Mason Gallmeyer / Asst. Director of Business Operations & Contract Services / 317-869-4389)
Thank you
2021 Teacher Recruitment Fair
Do you know a teacher who might be a great fit for Warren Township schools? The Warren Township Teacher Recruitment Fair will be held virtually on Thursday, March 11, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Please share!
- The link to register is https://www.eventbrite.com/e/msd-warren-township-teacher-recruitment-fair-tickets-137829007271.
Healthy Smiles
Healthy Smiles will be visiting Lakeside on Thursday, February 25. Healthy Smiles provides dental exams, x-rays, cleanings, fluoride, and sealants. They also provide dental education to those students seen by them at the school. Information and permission sheets were sent home today with the students. If you would like your child seen by Healthy Smiles please complete and return their permission form by February 22
1st Grade Virtual Learners & High Ability Parent Information
Dear First Grade Parents and Caregivers,
Any parent or caregiver who would like their child to be considered for placement in Warren’s high ability program for 2nd grade must have their child participate in NWEA and CogAT in person at the times offered below. The details below outline test dates, test times, the testing location, and participation guidelines. To ensure the ability to allow for social distancing, each session has a capacity. Should capacity be reached we will open additional sessions. For more information click the buttons below.
Weather Delay Information
As we prepare for potential inclement weather this winter, an inclement weather delay and closing FAQ has been created to address this during the IN-PERSON, VIRTUAL, and HYBRID window. The FAQ can also be found on our website by clicking District Information under the Explore Tab.
Click here to access Weather Delay and School Closing information.
Wintertime Recess
Attention 1st Grade Virtual Families
Any families who would like their child to be considered for placement in Warren’s High Ability Program for 2nd grade, must have their child participate in NWEA and CogAT in person. The details in this document outlines the test dates, test times, testing location and participation guidelines.
Updated Facemask Guidance
Parent Recommendation Form for 21-22 High Ability
The High Ability Program Parent Recommendation Form for the 2021-2022 school year is now available through March 26! Students are identified for the program based on state and District criteria, including achievement test scores, student ability, and parent and teacher recommendations. Parent recommendations are considered but do not guarantee placement in the High Ability Program. For placement consideration, please submit a parent recommendation form here.
Daily Screening Reminders:
Thank you for taking time each morning to screen your child before coming to school each day. Please continue to do so. Below are symptoms impacting consideration for exclusion from school:
● A fever of 100.0° F or greater
● Chills
● Cough
● Muscle or body aches
● Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
● Headache
● Sore throat
● Congestion or runny nose
● Fatigue
● New loss of taste or smell
● Nausea or vomiting
● Diarrhea
Students and employees should be excluded from school if they test positive for COVID-19 or exhibit two or more of the symptoms of COVID-19 that are not otherwise explained based on ISDH / MCPHD guidance. If in doubt, please don't hesitate to call school at 317-532-3900 for some guidance. We appreciate your support in doing this important screening step each day before sending students to school.
Second Semester Material Pickup
Textbooks and materials that your student will need for the 4th quarter may be picked up beginning the week of Febuary 22nd between the school hours of 8:30am - 3:00pm. We will meet you at our main entrance (Door 1) to bring your child’s items. Feel free to call us in advance at (317) 532-2850 and we will do our best to have your materials ready when you arrive.
20/21 Lakeside Yearbooks~ A Year to Remember
THE 2020-2021 YEARBOOKS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE! PURCHASE PRICE $12. TO ORDER VISIT: www.inter-state.com/yearbook AND ENTER CODE: 56083C
School Uniform Survey
Virtual Support
It’s important for you to know how to get support if needed. If you have any academic needs, you can access the following supports:
Contact your child's teacher(s) for support. Teacher contact information is available on our school’s website under the Explore Tab, then select STAFF.
Contact Mrs. Brown our school counselor, Mrs. Aldrich our Dean, or myself.
Visit our district website's transition to virtual learning page for more information and resources.
We are expanding our technology help desk hours at Moorhead Community Resource Center! Our new hours will be Monday-Friday from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 - 1:00 p.m. K-4 VIRTUAL students with iPad issues should be brought here. Chromebooks can still be brought to any of the three Intermediate Middle Schools during school hours, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday,, or the Chromedesk at the High School during 1st and 2nd period, Monday - Friday. If you cannot access the above times and locations for some reason, you can also submit a help ticket through IncidentIQ here.
District Website - Parent Resources for Virtual Learning
VIRTUAL Student Food Distribution - Week of Feb. 22
- K-4 - 100% VIRTUAL families can pick up food on Tuesdays from either 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. or 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Moorhead Community Resource Center 8400 East 10th Street.
- 5-12 - 100% VIRTUAL families can pick up food on Tuesday from 8:00-9:30 a.m. or 4:00- 6:00 p.m. at Moorhead Community Resource Center located at 8400 East 10th Street. All hybrid in-person students will have the opportunity to pick up meals while in-person to take home for the following school day. Please encourage your child to take advantage of this opportunity!
Message from Dr. Hanson 2/17/2021)
Click here to read a message from Dr. Hanson:
https://lakeside.warren.k12.in.us/o/lakeside-elementary/news
Notes from Nurse Wolf
- If your student needed to borrow clothing from the nurse's office please return it to Lakeside as soon as possible. Parents we are running low on replacement school uniforms; If you have gently used clothing that your students have grown out of please consider donating them to Lakeside.
- COVID Testing Sites for Students: If you feel you need to have your student tested for COVID here are a couple of sites who do testing on students. These are on the Southside, I have not gotten a list for the east side yet.
- WALMART - GREENWOOD - Register over the phone at 1-800-635-8611. NO CHARGE. Tests any age.
- INDIANA IMMEDIATE CARE (US 31 across from Walmart) - Register over the phone upon arrival in the parking lot (317-883-7712). NO CHARGE. They have Spanish/Burmese/Chinese interpreters. Tests age 5 and up.
Warren Township Parent and Caregiver Resource Page
The Warren Township Parent and Caregiver Resource Page has been updated to share information on our learning management system, accessing student information via ParentVue and a few other topics on how we connect our families with their student's learning.
Parent VUE Portal
Synergy has a ParentVUE portal that parents can use to monitor students grades, attendance and discipline. Parents can view their students "Warren Password" on the ParentVUE Student Info tab. Parents can click on Student Info and then scroll to the bottom of the page. They will see their students' passwords right below the bus information.
Need help creating your account?: Click here for assistance
Technology Helpdesk:
Technology Helpdesk:
If you have any technology needs, you can access one of the following supports:
Technology Help Desk at Moorhead Community Resource Center at 8400 E. 10th Street, in back of building from 10:00 - 2:00, Monday - Friday. iPad concerns should be directed here.
Submit a help ticket through IncidentIQ by clicking on Technology under the Explore Tab and then select Parent Tech Info.
And always please feel free to call us here at Lakeside and we will be happy to assist you with any questions you may have.
Moorhead Community Resource Center
If you have other needs beyond what is being provided, you can access of the following resources:
Once again contact our school counselor or our administrative team.
Share your request through our outreach hotline at 317-608-0545 or email at MSDWarrenOutreach@warren.k12.in.us.
Visit our Moorhead Community Resource Center. Monday / Wednesday / Friday - 8:00 - 4:00 or Tuesday / Thursday - 8:00 - 8:00.
Our next food distribution will be Friday, December 4th from 4:00 - 6:00 PM at Warren Central High School, Creston, Raymond Park, and Stonybrook Intermediate Middle Schools, and Moorhead Community Resource Center. Food is available for all children 18 or younger. Children do not need to be present. If you are picking up multiple meals, you are encouraged to bring a bag or box.
Student Devices
We are excited to provide students with technology to enhance their learning experiences in the MSD of Warren Township. Each student K-4 is assigned an iPad for virtual and in-person classroom use. Devices will be kept at school and charged in a classroom cart. Students are responsible for the proper care and use of their device. Each device is covered by a district-sponsored insurance program for damage. This keeps charges for both intentional and accidental damages low. Both purposeful and accidental damage will be charged at a reduced rate.
Repair ~Family Charge
1st-$5
2nd-$25
3rd-$50
More than 3-The actual cost of repair or $50
Lakeside Dress Guidelines
Just a reminder that Lakeside is a uniformly dressed school. Click this link below to download the current Lakeside Dress Policy for the 2020-2021 school year. Please contact the office with any questions.
Student Success Handbook
School Hours
Buses/Cars Unload 7:55am 8:05am School Begins
3:05 School Ends 3:10 Buses Depart
Students will not be released from vehicles or school buses
before the a.m. start time. Students must remain in their
vehicle until a Lakeside staff member signals their release.
When a student arrives late, an adult needs to escort
the child to the front door to be buzzed in (no drop-offs). Students only will come to the front office where they will receive a late pass before going to class.
Stay Connected!
Please continue to monitor our website, mobile app, school newsletters, and our social media accounts for updated information. If you haven’t already done so, please consider following Lakeside on Twitter and/or Facebook…
Twitter: @Lakeside_Lions
Facebook: @LakesideLionsDen
School Webpage: https://lakeside.warren.k12.in.us/
Warren Township App: The Warren app can be downloaded at the Apple and Android App Store.
Warren App!
Lakeside Families, stay informed with the latest Learn at Home information, staff contacts, social media access, and news updates. It’s everything Warren Township, in your pocket. Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2Fp2N3T or iPhone: https://apple.co/2quwRR9.
CAR RIDERS/DAYCARE Student Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures
We ask that our parents follow these guidelines to ensure that every student has a safe arrival and dismissal:
All students will be required to be dropped off and picked up through the car rider line to maintain safety standards. Parking at the front and East end of the building and walking children to and from the entrances will not be allowed. We want to prevent children and adults walking through the path of cars or buses on the property at any time.
Staff members will be present outside beginning at 7:55 a.m. each morning for student drop-off. Please do not release your children until a staff member signals the beginning of our process. Students will not be counted tardy until 8:05 a.m. Our afternoon pick-up procedures will begin at 3:00 p.m. If you are in a hurry, you are encouraged to be at or near the front of the line. We will implement our dismissal procedures as quickly and safely as possible for all.
Thank you very much for your support with helping ensure Lakeside maintains safety as our priority during our student entrance and dismissal each day!
DON’T FORGET TO PICK UP YOUR CAR RIDER SIGN IN THE FRONT OFFICE!!
Lakeside Elementary School
Email: jsmith6@warren.k12.in.us
Website: http://lakeside.warren.k12.in.us/
Location: 9601 East 21st Street, Indianapolis, IN 46229, USA
Phone: 317-532-2850
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LakesideLionsDen/
Twitter: @Lakeside_Lions