Lake Maloney Elementary

A Message From the Principal

It’s hard to believe September is already here! We are officially through our first few weeks of school at Lake Elementary, and I couldn’t be more proud of the learning already happening across our classrooms. In just these short weeks, I’ve seen Kindergarten students listening for sounds, 5th graders discovering personification in reading, our 4th graders tried so hard on their reading MAZE assessment, and I've seen some incredible Math thinking at every grade level.

This year at Lake, our focus is on Kindness. Together, we are working to sprinkle kindness throughout our school, homes, and community. Studies show that families today often spend less time in meaningful conversations, and small activities can make a big difference in building connections. A great way to open up those conversations with your child while practicing kindness together. Try a few of these at home:

Say “thank you” to someone who helps you.
Hold the door open for a friend, neighbor, or family member.
Write a kind note or draw a picture for someone.
Share a toy, game, or treat.
Compliment someone.
Lend a hand with chores at home without being asked.
Smile at three people today.

Taking just a few minutes to complete these challenges side by side can spark meaningful conversations, strengthen your bond, and show your child how powerful kindness can be.

We are off to a wonderful start here at Lake, and I’m excited for all that’s ahead this year. As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or if there’s a way we can support your family.

—Mrs. Fleck

Important September Dates

Sept 1- No Schoo-Labor Day

Sept 5- Donuts with Grownups and Spirit Day

Sept 8- PTO Meeting- 5:30pm

Sept 10- Homecoming parade/Change wars starts

Sept 12th- Picture Retake Day

Sept 18th- First Bank Deposit Day (Every Thursday following)

Sept 22- No School- PD Day

Sept 26- No Kids Klub after school

NPPS Attendance

North Platte Public Schools believes in the importance of children being in school. Lake Elementary will be monitoring building, grade, classroom, and individual student's attendance. We are gifted with prizes for students who maintain less than Five or More Absences. We also recognize students with Perfect Attendance. This year we are monitoring our Monthly Absences by Grade, please make sure your students are coming to school.

If your child will not be in school, please call the office before 8:00am. If students are seen by a medical professional, please provide a note to the office. Students who miss more than 10 days are required to have an Attendance Meeting with Principal and Parents. As required by state statute, student who are chronically absent will have a referral sent to the County Attorney.

Attendance Goals

North Platte Public Schools works collaboratively with families to ensure that students are in school. Lake Elementary's August Attendance was 97.83%. We strive to be above 95% as a school. Way to Go WILDCATS!!!

PE- Please Bring Tennis Shoes

North Platte Public Schools is committed to providing PE daily to our elementary students. Please make sure students either wear or bring tennis shoes to school daily.

Jackets

Now that the weather is changing and cooling down, please make sure you send a jacket or sweatshirt with your student(s) in their backpacks everyday. If the temp is above a feel like of 15 degrees we typically go outside for recess.

Parent Portal- Stay Connected

We encourage all families to sign up for the Infinite Campus Parent Portal via the website or Campus Portal App. Through this portal you can:

Access grades and attendance
Complete the district forms such as Free & Reduced Lunch and Kids Klub applications.
Update your contact information anytime during the school year. Please make sure any address changes or phone numbers throughout the year get updated through your parent portal or through the Welcome Center.

https://northplattene.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/northplatte.jsp