LPES Virtual Backpack #4

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Just a friendly reminder that there will be no school on Monday, September 7th. We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend and has a chance to rest and recharge!

This week, we are focusing on Habit 3: Put First Things First! This means taking care of the most important things before the less important things.

Our challenge this week: Get your important work done first, then make time for fun! We encourage you to practice this habit at home by helping your child prioritize homework, responsibilities, and routines before moving on to play or screen time.

We are so excited to continue seeing all of our leaders grow, make positive choices, and be great role models for one another!

As the weather begins to change, please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather each day. We make every effort to get outside daily when conditions allow, so having layers, a jacket, and appropriate shoes can help ensure everyone is comfortable and ready to participate.

Finally, we want to highlight the importance of regular sleep and healthy bedtime routines. Getting enough sleep helps children come to school ready to learn, focus, and participate. A consistent bedtime, calming nighttime routine, and limiting screens before bed can all help children get the rest they need. Establishing good sleep habits is another wonderful way to practice Putting First Things First—taking care of our bodies and preparing for a successful day at school!

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We appreciate everything you do at home to help our students grow into responsible, confident, and successful leaders.

Have a wonderful long weekend!

Warmly,
Emily Varghese

Principal

-9/7- Labor Day- No School

-9/8- PTO Meeting

-9/24- Picture Day

-9/30- Late Start Day

On September 11, we honor the heroes and remember the lives forever changed by the events of 9/11. We invite everyone to wear red, white, and blue as a symbol of unity, gratitude, and remembrance for the courageous first responders, service members, and everyday heroes who inspire us through their bravery and sacrifice.

Please see the letter below from Mr. Cahill regarding the LPES Chorus.

Direct Attendance Line (automated): 847-532-6620

Email: attendance.lpes@d300.org

Fax: 847-532-6615

If your student will be absent or if there is a change in dismissal, please notify the teacher AND the school office. If your student is absent for multiple days, please contact the school each day they are absent.

** Absences should be reported no later than 10:00am.

** Dismissal changes should be reported no later than 12:00pm.

Weekly Attendance Rate (8/31-9/4)

Our weekly attendance rates for this week are: 96.3% (present) and 3.7% (absent)

Our weekly attendance rates for last week are: 96.8% (present) and 3.2% (absent)

Our attendance rates for the month of August are: 96.5% (present) and 3.5% (absent)

Weekly Tardy Rate ( 8/31-9/4)

Tardies for this week: 37

Tardies for last week: 17

Tardies for August: 51

Each week, classrooms that achieve a 95% attendance rate or higher will earn a potato piece to add to their classroom potato.

• When a class’s potato is 50% completed, they will earn a classroom reward of their choice.

• When their potato is 100% full, the class will earn another celebration and be crowned the “Present Potato” of the week!

Full Nest: Each classroom has their own Hawk's Nest. The tree holds ten hawk nests, and each time everyone in the class is in attendance they can fill in one of the nests. Once all ten nests are filled in, the class receives a large hawk feather, and a reward of their choice.

Email: ptolincolnprairie@gmail.com

Please consider donating a book to the Book Vending Machine. For this initiative, students set academic or behavioral goals with their teachers and when they meet those goals, they earn the opportunity to choose their own book from the vending machine.

To donate a book to the Book Vending Machine, please use this link:

(all donations are made through the webstore)

Lincoln Prairie Elementary School Book Vending Machine Donation

Lincoln Prairie Elementary School

500 Harvest Gate Road

Lake in the Hills, IL 60156

P: 847-532-6600

F: 847-532-6615

Website: https://www.d300.org/lpes