Liberty Grove News

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Liberty Grove Parent Compact

Liberty Grove Parent Involvement Policy

Principal's Corner

Happy Friday! We are so excited to announce our PTA KINDNESS FUNDRAISER that will be launching on MONDAY! Be on the lookout for information to register and complete your Child's boarding pass! Let's spread some kindness around! I will be sending out information on dojo next week!

Update on dismissal:

I know that there are some dismissal concerns- especially with the GREEN line backup. I am working on making a change but it is a snowball effect and takes some time for those changes. Please be patient! Information will come next week!

LET'S AIM FOR PERFECT ATTTENDANCE!

Students with a perfect attendance record throughout September will be entered into a

district raffle for a special prize. Students will be selected from each grade level band for

gift card prizes, so help us spread the word to get students involved. Students that do

not have any absences between September 2, 2025 thru September 30, 2025 will be

entered into a drawing for one of: Gift Cards from Strike & Reel, Several food locations,

Elementary - 6 Tablets, or Secondary - 6 Beats headphones. Campuses are

encouraged to have weekly drawings. The drawing will be held on Wednesday, October

10, 2025. LET'S DO THIS!

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

Disconnect to Reconnect

Disconnect to Reconnect Information from GISD

The expectations at Liberty Grove will remain the same as they were last year- devices stored away. Please speak with your children about this expectation and remind them that it is the law. We appreciate your support. Please reach out with any questions.
Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year! We are honored that you have chosen Garland
ISD and look forward to partnering with you to ensure a successful year for your child.
We would like to inform you about a new state law, House Bill 1481, and its
implementation across our district. Enacted during the 89th Texas Legislative Session,
this law prohibits students from using personal digital communication devices, including
cell phones, smartwatches, and personal tablets, during the school day.
Garland ISD already had a strong policy prohibiting cell phone use during class;
however, this new law goes further by prohibiting all personal device use for the entire
school day, not just during instructional time. This means students will no longer be able
to use devices during passing periods, lunch, or other non-instructional times while on
campus.
The intent behind this legislation is to promote student well-being and create a more
focused learning environment. Research cited by lawmakers shows that excessive
device use can contribute to shorter attention spans, higher anxiety, and decreased
social interaction. By reducing distractions, we can help students stay engaged in
learning, connect more with their peers, and benefit from improved academic and social
outcomes.
What counts as a personal communication device?
■ Cell phones (smartphones, flip phones)
■ Laptops, Tablets, iPads, Smartwatches, Smartglasses
■ Earbuds, headphones, radios, or any device capable of calling, texting,
recording, or accessing the internet

More information can be found by clicking the link below or on the GISD website.

Disconnect to Reconnect District Communication

From the City of Rowlett

As many of you know, there is construction on Liberty Grove Road by Keeley Elementary. These roads are down to only one lane. In order to avoid the traffic through that area, they are STRONGLY encouraging using Old Dalrock Road to get to LGE. Please be advised that using Liberty Grove will cause traffic delays.

This is projected to be complete by September 29th!

Class Dojo

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!

Birthday Celebrations

This year, student birthday celebrations will be done between 2:30 and 3:30- at the end of the day. Students are allowed to bring a cupcake (or similar treat) and a goodie bag (or the like) for each class member. Students may bring these in the morning or parents may drop them off at the front office. Drinks, Pizza and other items will not be allowed. Doing this makes it very difficult for the teacher to manage at the end of the school day. Thank you for your understanding.

In addition- this will be done with classroom members only. Parents will not be part of the celebration.

Counselor Corner

“Please log into Skyward by the end of Friday September 12th to review the opt-in/opt-out letter regarding school counseling services. This letter explains in detail how you can choose whether or not to consent to your child receiving counseling support, including classroom guidance, short-term check-ins with the counselor, prevention programs, and academic and middle school planning.

Per Texas Senate Bill (effective September 1, 2025), written parental consent is required annually for students to have access to these services. Without consent, students cannot receive any counseling services, except in emergencies where immediate action is necessary to protect safety. The extended deadline for submission is September 12, 2025. I have sent home a paper copy this week as well for those that would prefer a paper version. Please turn those into me, your counselor, as soon as possible if you have not already. If you have already completed this information in Skyward, please disregard.

As an added bonus… the first class to have 100% of their forms turned in via Skyward or by paper will receive a popsicle party with the counselor! Thank you parents and I look forward to all the ways I can support you and your students this year!

Upcoming Weeks:

Start with Hello Week September 15th – 19th: This week students will learn about the Start with Hello Campaign to teach students to reach out to those that look lonely and say “Hello!”
Suicide Prevention Week (Known as You Matter Week for our Elementary students) September 22nd – 26th: This week students will learn about how to keep themselves safe and happy and how to reach out to others when they or a classmate feels like they need help. See the Flyer for themed days and this Parent/Community Presentation from the district for more information.

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

Dress Code

** Please be aware that ripped jeans, short shorts, revealing crop tops and open toed shoes (flip flops) will not be allowed.

**Crocs will be permitted but we request that they are not worn on PE days

The GISD Student Dress Code is intended to: (1) teach students grooming and hygiene; (2) create and maintain a respectful and positive learning environment; (3) prevent the disruption, interference with, or detraction from the educational environment and school activities; and (4) minimize health and safety hazards.

Note: This dress code provides guidance regarding common situations but cannot cover

every style of dress and specific situations that may arise. The District reserves the right to

prohibit any clothing or grooming style that the administration determines to be reasonably expected to pose a health or safety hazard or to cause disruption of, distraction from, or interference with general school operations. In addition, certain classes, courses or extracurricular programs may have additional requirements or guidelines for students participating in those programs.

Students and parents may determine a student’s personal dress and grooming standards, provided that they comply with the following:

Garments must allow for participation in all regular school activities while maintaining dignity and modesty.
Apparel that advertises or depicts alcohol, drugs, nudity, tobacco products, any other substance prohibited under FNCF (Legal), violent or criminal themes, gang membership, obscene language and/or obscene graphics, will not be permitted. Any disruptive or distractive mode of clothing or appearance that adversely impacts the educational process is not acceptable. Extremes in modes of dress, such as see through clothing, exposed midriffs, or clothing normally considered as undergarments are not acceptable.
All articles of clothing must be worn as they are designed to be worn.
Undergarments should not be visible.
Shorts of modest length, loose fitting, and hemmed may be worn by students.
Dresses and skirts should be of modest length and fit.
Extremely sloppy, badly torn, or inappropriately torn/slit/ripped clothing is prohibited.
Shoes must be worn. Taps, metal plates, cleats, or wheels on shoes will not be permitted.
Students may not wear house shoes, pajamas tops or bottoms, boxers, or other sleepwear as outerwear.
Hair, including facial hair, must be clean, groomed, and by the nature of the style does not intend to create a distraction.
Hair color that is disruptive or distracting to the school environment is prohibited. Hair must either be a natural color or naturally tinted or colored in a blended and balanced manner.
Hair must be kept out of the eyes and must not be a distraction.
Students may not wear hair curlers, rollers, hair picks, combs, or brushes in their hair.
Hats, caps, bandanas, sweat bands, hoods, visors, or other nonreligious head coverings should not be worn in the school building.
Earrings are limited to the ears for all students. Earrings include clip earrings, pierced earrings or studs, or any item used as a post in a pierced ear.
Facial and body piercing of any kind is prohibited.
Jewelry that causes a distraction or that could be dangerous to the student or other individuals are prohibited (i.e. spiked/studded jewelry, chokers, dog collars, necklaces made out of safety pins or chain links, etc.)
All inappropriate or distractive tattoos must be covered at all times while in the school building or at school-related activities, or school-sponsored events. Non-distractive tattoos may also be required to be covered (campus administrator discretion).
Sponsors of extracurricular activities may set individual dress and appearance standards with the approval of campus administration.
Students must have their student ID visible at all times.

If the campus administration determines that a student’s grooming or clothing violates the school’s dress code, the student will be given an opportunity to correct the problem at school or allow a parent or designee to bring an acceptable change of clothing to the school. Repeated offenses may result in disciplinary action in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct.

Parent Visitors

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!

Arrival and Dismissal

** students in PK-1 will not be permitted to be walkers without an older (2nd-5th) sibling- this is a safety concern and we want to keep all students safe.

Most of arrival and dismissal will be the same as last year but we do know that the beginning of the year can always be a little slow. Please be patient while everyone learns the routines and procedures. We understand that this may cause some delays/frustrations. For the sake of building safety and security, we feel that this is imperative at this time. Know that it is about keeping your (and our) babies safe and home to you everyday!

Also- please be advised that dismissal changes need to be made by 2 pm daily and should be communicated to the front office and the homeroom teacher.

NO students will be dismissed from the office between 3 and 3:30 daily. This is to ensure that students are accounted for at dismissal and where they need to be safely!

Next week we will begin dismissal at 3:20. Students are really getting the hang of it! As students learn the protocols, we will push the times back.

** Please be patient with buses, arrival and dismissal for the first few weeks! Know that we are doing everything possible to move as quick as we can while keeping your children safe and teaching them the arrival and dismissal protocols! Be patient and DRIVE SAFE!

Front porch drop off is for blue car tags, bus, and daycare only.
Car riders – Form 1 lane as you drive around the back of the school to the cafeteria side of the building.
Pull all the way up to the end of the awning. Please do not exit your vehicle. Staff and safety patrol students will assist your children.
Stay in the inside lane. Do not drive around other cars.
Form 2 lanes to exit after drop off.
Car drop off lane closes at 8:10 a.m.
After 8:10 a.m. pull around to the front of the building. Park and walk up to sign in for a tardy slip in the front office.

Follow the lane color that matches your car tag color (orange, green, or blue).
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, & 5th grade Car Riders without a Pre-K/Kindergarten sibling will be picked up in the green outer lane away from the curb.
Pre-K/Kindergarten Car Riders and their siblings will be picked up in the inner orange lane closest to the curb.
Car Riders – Pull all the way up to the end of the awning on the cafeteria side of the building. Stay in your car. Staff and safety patrol will assist your children.
Front Porch Walkers/Bike Riders (2nd, 3rd, 4th, & 5th graders only) – Walk out through the front doors of the school and walk along the Liberty Grove Road toward Waterview. Students walk home independently without staff supervision.
Side Walkers (2nd, 3rd, 4th, & 5th graders only) – Walk out through the cafeteria doors into the cul-de-sac next to the school. Parents meet their child in the cul-de-sac or students walk home independently without staff supervision.