The Weekly Update #4

Hello Lake Hazel Families,

We are excited to welcome both new and returning students back to school next week! We hope your summer has been filled with fun and wonderful memories.

You can now see your child's teacher in PowerSchool.

Our back field is under construction!

For those who don't know or who are new, Lake Hazel Elementary will be rebuilt behind our current site during the 2026-2027 school year. I will provide updates as they are available throughout the year. Also, come to our Meet and Greet from 3:00-4:15 on Tuesday, August 11th to learn more about the project from the builders and architects.

Note, please be aware and use caution when using our playground, as portions of the project have started.

PTO Popsicles on the Playground — TOMORROW!

Join us tomorrow, August 4th for a sweet start to the school year! Come enjoy popsicles on the playground, connect with other families, and get excited for the year ahead. We can't wait to see you there!

Meet & Greet Open House — August 11th | 3:00–4:15 p.m.

We invite you and your student to our fun and friendly Meet & Greet Open House on Monday, August 11th, from 3:00 to 4:15 p.m.

Here's what to expect:

- 3:00–3:30 p.m. — New Building Update Presentation

- 3:30–4:15 p.m. — Visit Classrooms

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet your teachers, explore classrooms, and get comfortable in your school community before the first day. Don't forget to stop by our special photo spot to capture this exciting moment together!

First Day of School — Wednesday, August 12th

Wednesday, August 12th is the first day of school! Due to our Late Start Wednesdays, which are designated for teacher collaboration, the first day will begin at 9:20 a.m.

To ensure a smooth start for our educators and to encourage student independence, we kindly ask that parents say their goodbyes outside of the fence/school and refrain from going behind the gate.

Important Reminders

- Please take a moment to read through this newsletter for important back-to-school information and updates.

- Our office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

- If you have any questions or need assistance, we are here to help!

Enjoy the rest of your summer. We look forward to seeing you soon and starting the year with smiles and new friendships!

Mrs. Ritter

Please help us welcome our new staff members and movements within the building:

Mrs. Bramlet: Dean of Student Achievement (DOSA)- similar to an assistant principal

Mrs. Brady: Counselor

Ms. Mandy: PBI Teacher

Jen McCullough: 1st Grade (was 2nd grade)

Jane Lambie: Computers

Miss Kyrie: Special Education Paraprofessional

Mr. Clay: Special Education Paraprofessional

Mr. Guajardo: Special Education Paraprofessional

Mr. Brousseau: PE Teacher

We’re kicking off the school year with something simple yet powerful: Stock the Lounge!

This is our way of celebrating and supporting our incredible teachers and staff, while giving you an easy way to join in. Whether it’s a single soda, a box of granola bars, or your business stepping in with a few gift cards, every single contribution makes a difference.

Here’s how you can help: Drop off donations to our front office by Tuesday, August 11. Want to shop from a list? Click here to see our staff’s favorites: Favorite Things List. Prefer Amazon? Ship your items directly to: 11711 W Lake Hazel Road Boise Idaho 83709

Let’s come together and make the staff lounge a place where love (and snacks) live all year long. We appreciate every single can of soda and every single act of kindness. Thank you for loving our educators as much as they love your kids!

With gratitude,

Mrs. Ritter

Click on the button below to find everything you need to know about Back to School in West Ada!

• TOMORROW August 4th: PTO Popsicles on the Playground
• Meet & Greet: August 11th from 3:00-4:15
• New Building Update Presentation 3:00-3:30
• Visit Classrooms 3:30-4:15
• First Day of School: Wednesday, August 12
• Open House: Thursday, August 27
• September 7: LABOR DAY, NO SCHOOL
• September 11: Subway Day
• September 16: No School Collaboration Day
• September 17: PTO Meeting 4:15pm
• September 24: Walk-A-Thon
• September 25: No School Teacher Work Day
• October 7: Parent Teacher Conferences Evening
• October 8-9: NO School Parent Teacher Conferences

New school construction is planned to begin, following board approval, in September. Temporary measures have been put in place to separate construction from the current school and play areas.

The safety of our students is a top priority at Lake Hazel Elementary, and we appreciate your help in keeping everyone safe during drop-off and pick-up times.

Please use the designated Parent Pick-Up and Drop-Off area located across the street at Lake Hazel Bible Church. We ask that parents avoid Risen Catholic Church parking area, as the construction site road will be on the east side, near Risen Catholic Church.

A friendly reminder: Our neighboring communities ask that you do not use their streets for drop-off or pick-up. Cars blocking driveways and parking near neighborhood entrances create dangerous conditions for vehicles entering or leaving and for students crossing the street.

For everyone’s safety, please do not pull into the school parking lot to drop off or pick up your student before or after school. This includes the lot in front of the kindergarten playground. We want to avoid students or parents walking in front of buses, which can be hazardous.

Due to limited parking space, bus lane configuration, and safety concerns for students, staff, and visitors, we must ask all families to use the Parent Drop-Off and Pick-Up area at Lake Hazel Bible Church.

To help our students cross safely, we have crossing guards stationed at key points:

• At the entrance of the subdivision on S. Lowland View Way (between the church and the corner of Lake Hazel Road)
• At the traffic light on Lake Hazel Road near the start of our parking lot
• A guard who escorts students across the parking lot onto school grounds

Families are welcome to walk with their students from the church parking lot to the school grounds; however, only students may enter the fenced school area.

We sincerely appreciate your cooperation with our parking and safety procedures. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe!

School Breakfast and Lunch

Free & Reduced Meal Applications are now available! Submitting an application ensures that eligible students can receive free or reduced-price meals at school.

To apply, visit: https://linqconnect.com/main. In this application, you are able to add money to your student's account, see all transitions, see the breakfast and lunch menu, and more!

It only takes a few minutes to complete, and one application covers all students in your household.

Thank you!

Student Drop Off: 8:45

School Starts: 9:05

School Ends: 3:55

Wednesday (Late Start):

Student Drop Off: 9:05

School Starts: 9:25

School Ends: 3:55

Looking for district/community events information? Check out the Community Bulletin below!

Contact the Principal: Mrs. Ritter

• Email: ritter.kara@westada.org

• Email: bramlet.anissa@westada.org

Contact the Office:

• Phone: 208-350-4075
• Email: baldwin.salina@westada.org