Panther Cubs Press

This is how we Take Chances, Make Mistakes and Get Messy! Our little Panther Cubs are learning to ROAR with pride and how “we do school”!

Dear Luce Road Families,

As we move through the month of April, we are excited to continue growing and learning together at Luce Road. This month, we are focusing on the character trait of Courage. At Luce Road, courage means trying new things, speaking up, learning from mistakes, and continuing to move forward even when something feels difficult. We are proud of the many ways our Panther Cubs are showing courage each day in their learning, problem solving, and relationships with others.

With less than 40 days of school left, we are moving ahead with preparing our Panther Cubs for the next level. This is an important time of year as we continue strengthening academic skills, building independence, and helping students grow in confidence so they are ready for the next step in their journey. From Childcare to GSRP, from GSRP to Kindergarten, and from Kindergarten to 1st grade, we want every child to feel prepared, supported, and proud of how much they have grown.

Warm regards,

Mr. Ernest Conerly

Principal, Luce Road Early Childhood Center

Ms. Hilliards kindergarteners showing off their community activism and problem solvers skills this week by encouraging there peers to be SAFE in the hallways.

Learning about how butterflies pollinate plants with pollen (cheetos)/ use their toungue (the straw) to drink nectar from the flower, Hungry Caterpillar taste test, and a butterfly hunt around the room.

Learning how to grow grass!

Why donate to the Fun Run?
Your support goes directly to our students and school community in meaningful ways!

PBIS Rewards: Donations fund incentives that encourage positive behavior, kindness, and responsibility—helping create a safe and supportive school environment.

ROARS Shirts: These shirts build school pride and give students a sense of belonging and connection to their school community.

Free Books: Through Book Fair giveaways and birthday books at Hillcrest, we put books directly into students’ hands—promoting a love of reading and strengthening literacy skills.

Field Trips: Your donations help cover transportation and admission costs so every student has the opportunity to learn beyond the classroom, regardless of financial barriers.

Family Outreach Events: Events like Donuts with Grownups and the Carnival bring families into our schools, strengthening connections and creating lasting memories.

Get involved today!
Register your student: https://www.getmovinfundhub.com/register

Volunteer: https://x.gldn.io/e/MjEW5TlsA1b

Every dollar truly makes a difference for our kids—thank you for supporting them!

Parents have the opportunity to spotlight a staff member at Luce Road each week for the care, support, and love they show our students every day. If a teacher, para, office team member, or support staff has made a positive impact on your child or your family, we would love to hear about it. Please submit your shoutout with the staff member’s name and a short message about what you appreciate. We will share a new staff spotlight each week to celebrate the incredible people who make Luce Road such a special place.

LUCE ROAD GOAL is $20,000

Kindergarten has raised over $4000

GSRP/Childcare has raised just over $500