Happy New Year from LUES!
We can't wait to see all of our students Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.
Here are some friendly reminders:
Set your alarms- Tardy is 7:45 am- no breakfast after.
It's going to be super cold. Check for names in jackets.
Clean out bookbags and replenish supplies.
Let's make 2025 the best year yet!
Reminder: Students return to school on Monday, Jan. 6th. We look forward to seeing everyone!
Happy New Year from Toombs County Schools! Reminder: Jan. 2 & 3 are teacher/staff work days & students return Jan. 6.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from Toombs County Schools!
Christmas Holidays for Students are Dec. 20-Jan 3. (Jan. 2 & 3 are Teacher Planning Days). Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from Toombs County Schools!
LUES: NO SCHOOL DEC 20, 2024-JAN 3, 2025
Jan. 2-3 are Employee Professional Learning Days.
LUES FAMILY FOCUS: REPONSIBILITY & INDEPENDENCE
Space and Freedom: It can be hard to relinquish control, but gradually give your child freedom and space to try things on their own and make their own choices. Knowing you are behind them and there if they make a mistake or need support makes the process easier for both children and parents. This might be as simple as letting them walk to the mailbox while you watch from the porch or letting them pay for their own items at the store.
Please tell us about your need for an after-school program by taking a brief survey via this link: https://forms.gle/QBAXzvrSwDxudRXq9 Survey deadline is Dec. 19th
Hola familia LUES,
¡Felicitaciones a su estudiante por completar el primer diagnóstico iReady para el año escolar 2024-2025! Su hijo tomará 3 iReady Diagnostics tanto en lectura como en matemáticas este año escolar.
Como mencioné antes, el Diagnóstico es una herramienta importante que utilizamos para comprender mejor a su estudiante y donde podemos ofrecer el mejor apoyo. Esta evaluación de diagnóstico nos ayuda a determinar las fortalezas y debilidades para servir mejor a su estudiante.
El iReady Diagnostic es una evaluación adaptativa que ajusta sus preguntas para satisfacer las necesidades de su hijo. Cada elemento que recibe un estudiante se basa en su respuesta a la pregunta anterior. Por ejemplo, una serie de respuestas correctas dará como resultado preguntas un poco más difíciles, mientras que una serie de respuestas incorrectas dará como resultado preguntas un poco más fáciles. El propósito de esto no es darle a su hijo una puntuación o calificación, sino determinar cómo apoyar mejor su aprendizaje.
También puede hablar con su estudiante sobre el trabajo que acaba de completar y obtener más información sobre su progreso. Aquí hay algunas preguntas que puede utilizar para iniciar una discusión:
· ¿Cómo fue realizar el Diagnóstico? ¿Qué hiciste durante la prueba para asegurarte de haber dado lo mejor de ti?
· Cuéntame algunas de las reflexiones que has hecho a partir de tus datos. de qué estas orgulloso? ¿En qué necesitas trabajar?
· ¿Qué objetivos te planteaste a partir de este Diagnóstico?
· ¿Cómo puedo ayudarte a alcanzar tus objetivos?
Gracias nuevamente por su continua colaboración y apoyo en el aprendizaje de sus estudiantes.
Mejor,
Rhonda Piedra
Director, LUES
Hello LUES Family,
Congratulations to your student on completing the second iReady Diagnostic for the 2024-2025 school year! Your child will take 3 iReady Diagnostics in both reading and math this school year. As I’ve mentioned before, the Diagnostic is an important tool we use to understand your student better and where we can offer the best support. This diagnostic assessment helps us determine strengths and weaknesses to better serve your student.
The iReady Diagnostic is an adaptive assessment that adjusts its questions to suit your child’s needs. Each item a student receives is based on their answer to the previous question. For example, a series of correct answers will result in slightly harder questions, while a series of incorrect answers will yield slightly easier ones. The purpose of this is not to give your child a score or grade but to determine how to best support their learning.
You can also talk to your student about the work they just completed and learn more about their progress. Here are some questions you can use to spark a discussion:
· What was it like to take the Diagnostic? What did you do during the test to make sure you did your best?
· Tell me about some of the reflections you’ve made from your data. What are you proud of? What do you need to work on?
· What goals did you set based on this Diagnostic?
· How can I help support your goals?
Thank you again for your continued partnership and support in your student’s learning.
Best,
Rhonda Stone
Principal, LUES
Just a reminder: On Dec. 17th, our football team will be competing for its first state football championship since 1975. Due to the need for buses and the travel requirements of our football team, band, and cheerleaders, as well as community flexibility, we will have the following school operations changes next week. Monday, Dec. 16th- We will have an early release day at Noon. / Tuesday, Dec. 17th- School will be closed / Wednesday, Dec. 18th- Regular School Day.
Please tell us about your need for an after-school program by taking a brief survey via this link: https://forms.gle/QBAXzvrSwDxudRXq9 Survey deadline is Dec. 19th
LUES DANCE- We did not have enough participation to hold the dance. All money will be refunded this week. We will try again in the new year! We are so sorry for the inconvenience.
Thank you,
LUES Self Contained Classrooms
LUES FAMILY FOCUS: REPONSIBILITY & INDEPENDENCE
Encourage Problem Solving: When your child faces challenges or conflicts, resist the urge to solve every problem for them. Instead, guide them through the process of finding solutions, encouraging critical thinking and resilience. Sometimes children have to learn lessons or make mistakes in order to grow. As parents, it can be hard to sit back and watch, however, it is crucial that they learn how to problem-solve the small things so they are prepared for their future.
LUES FAMILY FOCUS: REPONSIBILITY & INDEPENDENCE
Empower Decision-Making:
Allow your child to make choices from a young start. Start with simple choices, like choosing their outfit (in dress code), deciding what snacks to have, or picking out a bedtime book, and then start letting them make bigger decisions for themselves. You could even help your child set a goal, then allow them to decide what things they need to do in order to achieve that goal.
25 Ways To Keep Your Kids Engaged During Winter Break : Check out this interesting article on ideas for you and your family to do together during the fast approaching Christmas holidays.
https://vmap.org/blog/keep-kids-engaged-during-winter-break/
LUES will hold its PBIS Glow Party on Dec. 19, 2024. Each student will receive a glow in the dark necklace, but there will be other glow items for sale. Criteria to attend: No Reds and No Orange referrals from 12/13/24-12/19/24 (5 days). Snow Cones will also be sold.
On Dec. 17th, our football team will be competing for its first state football championship since 1975. Due to the need for buses and the travel requirements of our football team, band, and cheerleaders, as well as community flexibility, we will have the following school operations changes next week.
Monday, Dec. 16th- We will have an early release day at Noon. Principals will work to ensure we serve lunches to our students before we dismiss at Noon.
Tuesday, Dec. 17th- School will be closed
Wednesday, Dec. 18th- Regular School Day
In collaboration with Dot Foods, Loving Lyons & Beyond is hosting "The Ebenezer Experience." This timeless Christmas classic will be performed at 6 PM on Thurs., Dec. 12th, at the TCHS Auditorium. Please note that this is a one-time performance, and seating is limited, so we encourage you to reserve your tickets promptly. Complimentary tickets are available at the following locations: Lyons Main Street Association, Lyons City Hall, Toombs County Board of Education, and Altamaha Bank branches.
LUES ACCELERATED READER PARTY DEC. 16, 2024
Did your child meet his/her Accelerated Reader goal? If so, they will go to the gym for movie and popcorn. Be sure to bring a blanket and pillow to get comfy. It is also pajama day!
