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Updated  MARCH 8, 2010
Reminders...

  1. Our Music in Our Schools concert will be taking place on Wednesday evening at Littleton High School at 7 PM. Our 4th, 5th, & 6th grade students will be joining the middle and high school groups for a very special evening of amazing music.

  2. On Friday, March 12, Friends of Lakeway is sponsoring Family Bingo Night from 6:30-8:00 PM. Don't miss a great evening of family entertainment and fun.

  3. On Tuesday, March 16th, Lakeway is inviting all families to join us for Literacy Night. a special evening for students and parents to share their love of literacy.

  4. Lastly, Wednesday, March 17 will be a walk to school day. Now that the good weather is returning our Safe Routes to Schools program is encouraging everyone to join us that morning as we walk to school. Get some excercise and cut down on our use of gasoline.

Updated FEBRUARY 28, 2010
Reminders...

For those students who walk or are driven to school, please make sure you arrive at school early enough so that you are in your classroom by 8:00 Parents please remember the safety practices that were outlined in the letter sent home on Friday, February 19th.

We still have two Mondays left with our Winter Program, so please make sure all students come to school properly prepared.

And lastly for all band and chorus students, please remember that your practices begin at 7:30, so please arrive at school at 7:25.

Updated FEBRUARY 8, 2010
February 2010 Reminders

February 8th, will mark our 100th day of school for this year, and during the whole week we are encouraging students to particpate in our Power of the Penny charity fundraising drive. Send in your pennies, they’ll all be donated to a good cause.

On Thursday, February 11, we’re inviting all cowgirls and cowboys to attend our annual student parent square dance. Third grade will be presenting their dances from 5:00 to 5:45, fourth grade from 6:00 to 6:45, and fifth and sixth grade from 7:00 to 7:45. This is our exciting way to get families involved with what we have been doing during the past few weeks in Physical Education. We are happy to mention that Lester Bradley from Thornton, NH will be calling the dance. He is very highly recognized for his square dance calling in New Hampshire and even nationally. We are looking forward to seeing y’all on Thursday. Students participating are asked to be here at least 5 minutes before their show. The gymnasium will be decorated like a farm and we encourage you to dress with some farm or western style to help show the spirit. We sincerely hope you can attend the show. This counts as a physical education project.

Please note that our Family Bingo Night, originally scheduled for Friday, February 12th, has been rescheduled for Friday, March 12.

Lastly, our annual “Love Your Earth/Cartridges for Kids” recycling contest starts this Monday and runs through February 18th. Cartridges, cell phones, DVDs, and video games are some of the items that can be delivered to your child’s classroom or to the Lakeway Office. I’ll be taking the five students who bring in the most items to the Topic of the Town for breakfast. The class that collects the most items will also receive a prize. Please see your child’s handout for additional information.

Updated JANUARY 20, 2010
Winter Program & Play

First of all for the parents of students who participate in either the skiing or snowboarding program on Mondays, we are sending home an insurance waiver that must be signed by parents and returned to school no later than Friday, January 22. If we don't have a waiver for your child, he or she will not be able to participate in the program on Monday, so please check your child's backpack, sign the waiver, and return it to school asap. Parents who are either chaperones, or instructors, must sign the waiver in more than one place, so please read the form carefully.

Secondly, The Lakeway Drama Group would like to invite you to their 7th production on Thursday, January 21st and Friday, January 22nd. This play is called Gottawanna-a Summer Camp Mystery and is the story of a beloved summer camp that is at risk of being shut down, because someone has found a way to get rid of the most miserable counselor the camp has ever known. The father of the counselor hires two well-known investigators to find out whodunnit. They find out that no one is above suspicion.

Curtains will open each night at 6:30. This play is family friendly, and members of the audience will be called on to help solve the crime. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted to help those affected by the fire Saturday night. We hope to see you there!!!

Updated JANUARY 18, 2010
Clothing Drive

Over the weekend the home of one of our students was destroyed by a fire. At this time, we are collecting a number of items for this family. We need clothes for a girl, size 4-5 T. Her favorite colors are pink and purple. We need women's maternity clothes, size 10, and lastly we need some blankets and pillows. If you would like to donate any items to help this family, please bring them to our school. Thanks so much in advance for your help. I know this family will really appreciate any help that you can provide.

Updated DECEMBER 14, 2009
Several important reminders:

  • First of all, please remember to complete the online parent survey.
    Click here to to take the survey.

  • There will be another flu clinic at Lakeway this Friday, December 18th from 8:00 to 10:30am.

    This will be for the H1N1 vaccine only, if you would like your child to receive this vaccine, please return the completed form to the school nurse before December 18th. Thank you.

  • The ski volunteer meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 15 at 6:30 PM has been cancelled and rescheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 22 at 6:30.
    Students renting equipment will still have their fittings done on Tuesday, December 15.

  • Don’t forget we are now holding a cold weather coat and outerwear clothes swap this week. If you need a coat or want to get rid of one, just stop by anytime during the school day.

  • Lastly, our Holiday concerts will be taking place this week. The 4th Grade Chorus and Beginners’ Band is scheduled for Tuesday at 7 PM and the 5th and 6th Grade Chorus and Band is scheduled for this Thursday, at 7 PM.

Updated NOVEMBER 15, 2009
From: Sally Field Russell, assistant principal of Lakeway Elementary School.

Please note the following events taking place during the week of November 16th.

  • Monday is picture retake day. It is also the last day to bring in non perishable food for our Thanksgiving food drive. This is an excellent chance to help the Good Neighbor Food Pantry in Littleton.
  • Wednesday is an official Walk to School Day. Join walking school buses at Parker’s Village (7:10), Simon’s Market (7:30), the Irving Station (7:10), Littleton Bike and Fitness (7:30), and Remich Park (7:30).
  • An informational letter was sent home last week about a survey that students in grades 3-6 will take. The results will help us evaluate and make positive changes in our school environment.
  • Wednesday and Thursday the Molar Express Dental clinic will be at school.
  • On Friday, November 20th, Friends of Lakeway is sponsoring an internet safety program for parents with Littleton Police Officers Keeney and Roberts from 6:30 to 8:00 PM in the library. Students will be able to enjoy a choice of two movies - available only to those whose parents attend the presentation.
  • Friday is also Spirit Day. Wear your maroon and white!

Updated NOVEMBER 3, 2009

LITTLETON SCHOOL DISTRICT 84
HIN1 Flu Letter to Parents
From: Kathy Bryan, Assistant to Superintendent Stephens

We want you to know that we have taken all appropriate measures to provide a safe and healthy environment for your children and will continue to closely monitor the situation. We are sending home a letter with your child today to update you on the flu situation in New Hampshire and in our school system. Please take a moment and review it. Thank you.

Updated SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

As we complete our second week I would like to thank all parents, students, and staff members for getting our new school year off to an excellent start. Success in school will only result when all of us work together; so please keep in close contact with your child's teacher.

Tomorrow will be the last day that parents can escort students into classrooms, and beginning Monday, September 14th, we will ask all parents to say goodbye before the students enter the building. Any parent who needs to enter the building will be asked to check in at the front office.

Please remember that all students should be in their classrooms by 8:00 AM, but also remember that students who walk or are driven to school should not arrive before 7: 45.

This week we sent home a brochure to all families about our Title 1 program. Due to the high percentage of students at Lakeway who qualify for free or reduced lunch, our Title 1 program will be operating differently; Title 1 services will be delivered in the regular classrooms, and our Title 1 staff will be able to work will all students. We are very excited about this change and we feel we will be better able to address students needs with this new delivery system.

Lastly I want to announce that next Friday, September 18th, our Safe Routes to Schools Committee will be sponsoring another walk or ride your bike to school day. More information about this program will be sent home, but please mark you calendars. September 18th will also be our first School Spirit Day.

Again I want to thank all of you for helping make the start of our school year so successful.

Updated AUGUST 31, 2009

It's hard to believe that a new school year has begun!

One of the great benefits of the education business is that every Fall everyone gets a fresh start. Not every business has such a clearly defined new year. The new school year is a wonderful opportunity to change habits that didn't work, and implement new ideas that will move us closer to our goals and mission.

Many members of the Lakeway staff have been very busy this summer attending workshops on the Pyramid Response to Intervention model, data, technology, and leveled literacy interventions! I am very proud of the way our staff has tackled the challenges of improving student performance, and I am convinced now, more than ever, that we are on the right path toward addressing our kids' needs! Our custodial crew has also been very busy; cleaning and painting rooms, moving furniture, and putting up walls.

We will have a few new faces at Lakeway. Our new staff members include:

  • Walter Anacki-Special Education Coordinator
  • Danielle Whitcomb-Math Coach/Coordinator
  • Kristen Blais-6th grade teacher
  • Laura Lacroix-Social Worker
  • Kris Germain-paraprofessional
  • Karen Klos-paraprofessional

The challenges that face our students seem to get bigger each year, yet I am convinced that with your help we can meet them successfully. I encourage you to stay in close contact with your child's teacher; such a partnership is essential if your child is make the progress that today's world demands.

I am looking forward to working with every child, parent, and teacher in order to make this a great school. Together we can do it!