The Bulldog Bark
February 14, 2025
Once again, this week has proven to be inconsistent as Mother Nature as not quite done with our area. We will be happy when we can return to a consistent routine for learning. As we re-enter the building, students have been focused and on task, despite being out of their regular routine. Teachers worked this week to review learning from last week since we had an unexpected extended break.
As we continue moving through this unpredictable winter, Chromebooks will continue to come home each day so that we are always ready in the event the weather takes a turn and we need to return to virtual instruction.
Please continue working with your child at home to keep their skills progressing. The best way to do this is to read every day. Our world is filled with words. Everywhere! Encourage your child to read by themself, with you, to a pet, or with a stuffed friend. The single most important thing children can do to increase their knowledge and vocabulary is to read.
Mark Your Calendar
Practices / Meetings this week
Monday
Math ESS 4-5:15
SBDM 4:30
Tuesday
Reading ESS 4-5:15
Archery practice 4-5:30
Academic Team practice 4-5:30
Wednesday
STLP 4:00-5:00
Thursday
Archery 4-5:30
Friday
Absence Notes
Don't forget to send in a note if your child is absent. Doctor notes are always accepted. Parent are allowed 6 notes per year by state law.
When do I need to submit a note?
- If your child is leaving early.
- If your child is arriving to school late.
- When your child has been absent for a full day.
- When your child is attending therapy outside of school. These therapy session are excused with a note from the therapist.
We are a Title I School
What does it mean when you hear a school say that they are Title 1?
A Title 1 school is a school that receives federal funding to help improve academic achievement for students from low-income families.
How does LJES use their Title 1 money?
The funding has limitations on what you can do with it as there is strict accountability for those dollars. Typically, LJES uses Title 1 money to purchase classified staff who can assist students who are struggling in class. This year is no different; we hired 2 assistants to work with students in class and through pull out, catching up on learning gaps that are present. We also pay for part of our librarian's salary since LJES only qualifies for a part-time librarian. We want students to have access to books and library services all the time and believe a full time librarian will make that possible. Our librarian is also in charge of chromebook inventory and troubleshooting technology issues in the building.
Photos of the Week
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