News from the Nest of Lucy T. Davis

As we head into the Fall Intersession, I want to extend my warmest wishes for a restful and enjoyable break for you and your child(ren). This time offers a wonderful opportunity to relax, spend quality time together, and enjoy the changing season.

We appreciate all the hard work and support you've provided so far this school year. I hope this break gives everyone a chance to recharge before we jump back into learning and growing together.

Have a safe and joyful break, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, October 19th.

Students will have an opportunity to work on a choice board over their fall intersession.

Students can turn these in when they return to receive a sweet treat!

We are so fortunate to have Hoffmeyer Road Baptist Church sponsoring our Good News Club this year!

The Good News Club will begin on Monday, October 26th and will provide our students with an opportunity to learn and grow in a fun and encouraging environment.

Flyers went home on Thursday, October 8th.

If your child is interested in participating, please complete and return the form by Wednesday, October 21st.

We are grateful for our community partners who pour into our students and help make a difference at LTD!

Monday, October 19th

• Classes Resume

Tuesday, October 20th

• 2nd Grade GT Testing
• PTO Membership Donut Party
• Fall Intersession Choice Boards due

Wednesday, October 21st

• 2nd Grade GT Testing
• PTO Membership Dance Party

Thursday, October 22nd

• 2nd Grade GT Testing

• Week of Oct. 26th - Red Ribbon Week
• Oct. 26th - First Good News Club - 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm
• Oct. 28th - Terrific Kids - 1:15pm
• Nov. 1st - Fall Back - Daylight Savings Time ends
• Nov. 3rd - Election Day - No School
• Nov. 6th - Make Up & Club Pictures (New students or those absent on August 20th)

Our 2nd grade students will participate in Gifted and Talented testing during the month of October.

To help your child do their very best, please make sure your child:

• Gets a good night’s rest
• Eats a healthy breakfast
• Is present and on time each testing day

Testing Dates:

Thank you for helping our OWLs be rested, ready, and prepared to soar!

Beginning this quarter, all first-grade students are expected to read the passages independently.

Teachers may only read the questions and answer choices to students.

Accommodations: All accommodations outlined in students’ IEPs will continue to be followed as required.

Quarter-by-Quarter Expectations:

• Q1: The teacher may read the entire assessment to students.
• Q2: The teacher may read the questions and answer choices to students. Students are expected to read the passages independently.
• Q3: Students will read the entire assessment independently.
• Q4: Students will read the entire assessment independently.

IXL is a digital tool your child uses to practice the skills taught in class. You can monitor trouble spots and help them sharpen their skills in those areas. Click here for a guide to locating your child's trouble spots in IXL.

Small Steps, BIG Impact!

Wellness is something we can practice every day—even at home! Try these simple ways to help your family Be Well. Move Well. Think Well. Live Well.

🏃 MOVE: Take a family walk, have a 10-minute dance party, or stretch together.

🧘 RESET: Take 5 slow, deep breaths when you need to calm your body and mind.

💛 CONNECT: Turn off the screens for 20 minutes and talk, play a game, read, or enjoy time together.

🦉 OWL Wellness Challenge of the Month

Family Wellness Challenge: Choose one healthy activity to do together at least 3 times this month. Take a picture, keep a family tally, or simply celebrate your accomplishment together!

Remember: Wellness isn't about being perfect—it's about making healthy choices, one small step at a time.

Be Well. Move Well. Think Well. Live Well.

The following rules concerning student dress apply at LTD:

• Shoes must be worn with laces tied at all times. (P.E. and other approved activities may be an exception.)
• Shorts should be fingertip length. Short shorts or halter/crop tops are not permitted.
• Sheer / see-through clothing is not permitted.
• Jeans with holes should not show skin above fingertip areas.
• Pants and shorts must be worn with the waist of the pants around the waist of the student (not below the hips).
• Clothing with obscene or suggestive sayings written on them will not be allowed.

Parents of students whose dress is deemed to be inappropriate or distracting will be notified.

Doors Open for Students: 7:00am

Instruction Begins: 7:45am

Latest Student Sign Out: 1:45pm

Dismissal: 2:15pm

Weekly Academic Tips for LTD OWLs:

• Reading: Start a reading challenge! See how many books or pages you can read together in a month.
• Math: Use cooking and baking as a fun way to practice measurement and fractions.
• Rest: Talk to your child about the importance of rest and why sleep is crucial for their brain.
• Support: Have a positive attitude about school and homework to show your child that learning is valuable.

You do not want to miss important updates, news and pictures of exciting events this year!

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Breakfast and lunch will be free for all students in Florence 1 Schools for the upcoming school year after the district’s Board of Trustees approved a recommendation to implement the USDA Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) district-wide for the 2026-2027 school year.

Lunch menus may be located at https://f1s.nutrislice.com/menu.

We will begin our 2026-2027 PTO Membership Drive in August. Please plan to support us by joining the PTO. Individual membership is $1.00; family memberships are $5.00 and $50.00. Any donations will be accepted.

If you have not created a Parent PowerSchool Account, please email Melissa Carter at mcarter@fsd1.org or contact the office at 843-665-5977. We are here to help with any questions you may have.

Easy as 1, 2, 3….

• On your smartphone, go to the iTunes App Store or Google Play
  
• Search Florence One Schools
  
• Then, select the Florence One App for FREE download

You will still receive weekly emails and push notifications as well as access to Facebook and Twitter notifications. Please make sure you like our Lucy T. Davis Elementary School Facebook page and follow us on Twitter using @LTDElem.

Each month students will learn the meaning of a character word.

The word of the month is INTEGRITY:

Choosing to be truthful in whatever you say and do.

Email: sgraves@fsd1.org
Website: f1s.org/LucyTDavis
Location: 201 Westfield Drive, Florence, SC, USA
Phone: 843-665-5977
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LucyTDavisOfficial
Twitter: @LTDElem