THURSDAY EXCHANGE NEWSLETTER
December 18, 2025
Life School Red Oak
Website: lifeschool.net
Location: 777 South Interstate 35 East Service Road, Red Oak, TX, USA
Phone: 469-552-9200
Facebook: www.facebook.com/LifeRedOak
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lsromustangs/
Hello Families,
✨ December was full of fun and meaningful moments! From the 2nd grade program and visits from Santa and The Grinch, to guest readers, Kinder & 4th grade buddies, private reading time, small groups, art and STEM activities, holiday treats, themed dress days, and so much more—our campus was buzzing with joy, learning, and holiday cheer! 🎄📚🎨
We wish our students, staff, and families a safe, restful, and joyful holiday break. May it be filled with love, laughter, and special time with those you cherish. We can’t wait to see everyone in the new year! ✨💙
Be sure to check us out on Facebook to view some pictures from the past 3 weeks.
Support Life League at Life School
Life School is excited to launch Life League, (formally known as Special Olympics), an initiative supporting our Special Education department by raising both funds and awareness for inclusive athletics and student opportunities. Life League helps ensure our students of all abilities can participate, grow, and thrive through meaningful programs designed just for them.
Families can support Life League in two easy ways:
Donate to directly support Special Education programs at Life School here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/LifeSchool1/LifeSchoolSpecialEducationLifeLeagueDonation2025
Purchase a Life League shirt to show school spirit while giving back : https://link.edgepilot.com/s/bd81243d/Ll0DWMB9ZUyLXzw-zJMzuQ?u=https://stores.inksoft.com/lif047
Every donation and shirt purchase makes a real impact on our students and helps us continue building a community where everyone belongs. Thank you for supporting our Life School students and champions.
Substitutes Needed
Hey there! Looking for a great job that makes an impact? You’ve come to the right place, there’s nothing like LIFE. We’re always adding amazing people to our team, and being a substitute teacher is one of the best ways to help students and have a positive influence.
You can apply at https://lifeschool.net/careers-at-life-school
Interested? Fill out the Substitute Application and let’s get started!
District Newsletter
Click here to view the December LifeLeader Newsletter. In this edition are virtual parent resources, an opportunity to sign up for a district parent focus group, parent guides for K-2 parents, and more.
December
18: End of 2nd Nine Weeks
18: Christmas Parties
18: Birthday Thursday/$3 Free dress Day
18: Lost & Found Donated
January
5-Beginning of the 3rd Nine Weeks
8-4th Grade Field Trip to Austin
8-Report card sent to parents
9-No School Friday
16-No School Friday
19-No School, MLK Day
22-Cici's Waxahachie Fundraiser Night 4-9
23-School on Friday for Students & Staff
26-29-Spring Scholastic Book Fair
26-Lost & Found on Tables
29-Birthday Thursday/$3 Free dress Day
29-Lost & Found Donated
29-Chick fil A Fundraiser Night
30-No School Friday
We are so close to the holidays! This time of year can be a joy but can also be stressful for both parents and children. One way to reduce stress is to have family traditions. Research shows that family traditions “help regulate emotions, lower anxiety, and strengthen resilience in kids.” (Spada, Awakened Path website). Talking to your children about the traditions you grew up with and are continuing with them helps them develop self-esteem and family identity. Here is a website where you can even download and print a paper to write about your traditions and favorite memories!
Other ways to reduce stress during the holiday season is to keep your routine. Be sure your kids are getting enough sleep and are coming to school. We are still learning in December along with having fun!
Staying Safe and Healthy Throughout the Holidays
Did you know that December is a season of giving?
While gifts bring joy, it’s also a time when germs can spread easily. If you haven’t already, now is a great opportunity to get your flu shot, and remember that proper handwashing is the most effective way to prevent illness.
When purchasing gifts this holiday season, make sure they are age-appropriate and supervise younger children during play—accidents are the leading cause of injury among kids.
For our older kiddos, please remind them to stay aware of their surroundings when shopping or attending holiday events, limit distractions like phones, and be cautious when using online platforms to avoid scams.
By keeping these tips in mind, we can help all of our students stay safe and healthy throughout the holidays.
Raising Cane's Waxahachie
Chick-fil-A Red Oak
Cici's Waxahachie
Weekly I Will Statements
During morning announcements, we will focus on one LifeLeader Attribute each week and learn what we need to do to develop each attribute so that we can become effective leaders in our school and in our community. We encourage students and families to memorize these statements together and talk about how the attribute is exhibited at home, school and work. We will share the I Will statement in the weekly newsletter and on our campus Facebook page. We look forward to hearing how students are exhibiting the attributes at school and home. Click here to view all 15 LifeLeader attributes.
LifeLeader School Rules - Growing Leaders of Character
During the first six weeks of school, we’re introducing our LifeLeader School Rules to help students grow as leaders of strong character. Every two weeks, we’ll focus on one of the three school rules, reinforcing positive behaviors that support our mission.
We invite you to partner with us by asking your child how they are demonstrating these school rules both at school and at home.
Click here to view the teacher guide with examples of behaviors that align with each rule
Please see below reminders regarding school uniform and dress code:
- Elementary students must wear navy pants, skirts, or plaid jumpers or skirts. Elementary students should not be wearing khaki pants or skirts.
- Elementary students must wear navy or red polo shirts or a white oxford (button-down) shirt with the Life School crest.
- Spirit T-shirts can only be worn on Thursdays. Polo shirts must be worn Monday-Wednesday.
- For more information, please see our Student/Parent Handbook.
All households need to complete the Free and Reduced Price School Meal Application each school year, even if your child does not purchase school meals. The application is available throughout the school year and available to complete again should your family have a change in income or additional family members in the household.
Click here to view the breakfast and lunch menus.
Students and parents are not allowed to use food delivery services to have food brought to school during school hours.
Breakfast is from 7:15-7:40.
Any students arriving to the cafeteria after 7:35 will not be able to eat breakfast.
School Hours: 7:40 am – 4:05 pm.
Morning Drop-off/Arrival: 7:15 – 7:40 am.
No student will be allowed to enter the building before 7:15 am.
Students must be inside their classrooms and ready for learning by 7:40 am. Students will be marked tardy beginning at 7:45am.
Click here to report an absence.
Any questions regarding absences, tardies/early pickups please email the Attendance Clerk at attendance.lsro@lifeschools.net.
Attendance is available for you to review at any time in the Parent Portal.
Excessive absences can result in filing with the truancy court and possible expulsion from Life School.
For more information, please see our Student/Parent Handbook.
Students in Kindergarten through 12th grade are prohibited from using the following personal electronic devices during school hours and while on school property:
Cell phones
Smart watches (including fitness trackers with texting/calling features)
Earbuds/headphones (including AirPods)
Tablets and personal laptops (including iPads and gaming devices)
These personal electronic devices must be turned off and stored out of sight in a backpack or purse during the school day. The use of any of these devices during the school day may result in confiscation and disciplinary consequences. This includes all areas of the school building and property, such as but not limited to classrooms, cafeterias, common areas/hallways, and locker rooms.
Please note: This policy does not apply to Life School-issued devices, which will continue to be used for educational purposes. Students may use a personal device only if:
It is required by their IEP or 504 Plan; or
A physician’s order is on file for a medical need.
We appreciate your support in helping us create an environment that allows students to fully engage in learning without unnecessary distractions. If you have any questions or believe your child may qualify for an exception, please contact your campus administrator.
Thank you for partnering with us to support student success!
It's easy! Here's how it works:
- Download the Box Tops app and create a login. Choose to give to Life School Red Oak, our zip code is 75154!
- Buy Box Tops products. With thousands of participating products, there are lots of chances to earn!
- Scan your receipt with the Box Tops app within 14 days of purchase and automatically earn for Life School Red Oak with every Box Tops product you buy.
- You can even link your Walmart account to skip scanning receipts! See the app for more details.
- Spread the word to grandparents, friends, and family! This allows others to earn for our school!
Every Box Tops product counts towards our goal. Let's make a difference for our teachers & students!
Robin Scott-December 4th
Katy McMullin-December 8th
Isabelle Just-December 9th
Rachel Andersen-December 12th
Nicholas Mollice-December 12th
Shanna Miller-December 31st
Teirra Croswell-January 1st
Tracie Perkins-January 6th
Tamara Greer-January 11th
Tabatha Chovanetz-January 14th
Savannah Galicia-January 17th
Cindy Sons-January 25th
Rhonda Hopper-January 26th
Rachael Ren-January 27th
Issac Pena-January 28th
To view staff favorites, click here.
