Lone Mountain Families,
This is very early information, but I wanted to be sure the state testing dates were on your radar. As you know, late March and April are the times of the year when our students participate in the Arizona state tests. We truly take great pride in these assessments as this is our opportunity to see what the students have learned and what we need to modify in our practices to ensure mastery. Please be on the lookout for finalized testing dates as we complete our assessment calendar for LMES.
As we prepare for testing season here are some helpful tips that you can assist us with at home:
- Ensure consistent attendance at school- on time, every day
- Help find a quiet place for homework, studying, etc...
- Maintain communication with your child's teachers
- Sleep- Make sure that your child gets plenty of sleep
- Breakfast- even though students can purchase breakfast here at school, please embed time in your morning routines for this
- Be a cheerleader for your child's academic journey
Finally, I recommend that you look at the practice questions and test items for AASA and AzSci on the testing platform using this link to access the practice tests for your child's grade. Please click on the line listed mic check and sample test. Then choose ASSA TestNAv Sample Tests or AZ Sci TestNav Sample Tests and the correct grade level. There is no sign in for the sample tests.
I wish you all a wonderful week. If I may help you or your child in any way please do not hesitate to reach out.
Respectfully, Emily Hill
LONE MOUNTAIN NEWS
"SOAR" EXPECTATIONS AT LONE MOUNTAIN
This year we continue with our positive behavior interventions and "SOAR" expectations for students to follow in the classroom and around campus. The acronym SOAR stands for Safety, Ownership for your actions/words, Attitude, and Respect. These are character traits that we talk about daily within the classrooms and around campus. When these specific traits are shown staff members can give each student a SOAR card that they label with their name and then drop into a raffle for a monthly prize drawing.
Congratulations to these students for being our SOAR ticket winners for January. We are excited to celebrate these students and their excellent character here at Lone Mountain.
SPRING PICTURE DAY- THIS FRIDAY- 2/17/23
LONE MOUNTAIN TAX CREDIT OPPORTUNITY
Please join us in our efforts to provide continuing opportunities for our students. Arizona’s tax law (ARS 43-1089.01) allows families a tax credit of up to $400 for married couples and $200 for individuals.
Here at Lone Mountain our tax credit donations are used primarily for-
- STEAM Learning
- Sports and Clubs
- Playground Equipment and Shade structure
- Capital Items- such as technology
- Programs Most in Need- which allows our Site Council to choose how to spend the money.
Please consider donating and contributing to the great things we have happening on our campus.
Visit the CCUSD website to donate and select Lone Mountain with your choice of how to allocate your tax dollars. https://www.ccusd93.org/Page/4775
LONE MOUNTAIN YEARBOOK PURCHASE
YEARBOOK ADS FOR SIXTH GRADE STUDENTS
PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASS-- WISHLIST
Coach Carrick is looking for a few donations to the Physical Education classroom to help enhance the learning and physical activity of our students. If you are wanting to contribute and donate to our P.E. classroom, please see the attached wish list below. We are grateful for any help with getting these supplies for our students.
LEARNING AT LONE MOUNTAIN
From the classroom to the playground, learning at Lone Mountain is always fun! Enjoy some pictures of our learning this past week. Last week's photos include flexible seating in fourth grade, parachute fun in P.E. for preschool and PALS students, and community helpers visiting Kindergarten classrooms. Lots of wonderful things are happening here at Lone Mountain!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR LONE MOUNTAIN EVENTS
UPCOMING DATES
2/17- Spring School Pictures for Students
2/20- No School- President's Day
2/21- CCUSD Job Fair from 4- 7PM @ District Office
2/24- LMES Royal Sweetheart Family Dance 6-8 PM
3/1-CCUSD Virtual Parent Academy- Vaping and E- Cigarettes- 6 PM
3/2-3/9 Scholastic Book Fair on Campus
3/6-3/10 Parent Teacher Conference Week
3/9- 3/10 Half Day in CCUSD- Dismissal at 12:30PM for LMES students
3/13-3/17- Spring Break for CCUSD- No School for Students
3/23- Future Kindergarten Night 5- 6PM
3/30- LMES STEAM Night in the cafeteria from 5:30-7:00 PM
LONE MOUNTAIN PTO
UPCOMING LMES PTO EVENTS
ROYAL SWEETHEART FAMILY DANCE- 2/24/23 from 6-8 PM
Purchase tickets here- https://lmesfamilydance.cheddarup.com
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR ON CAMPUS- 3/2- 3/9/23
STEAM NIGHT 3/30/23- FROM 5:30-7:00 PM HERE AT LONE MOUNTAIN
JOIN AND SUPPORT THE LONE MOUNTAIN PTO
By joining the PTO you will have a say in future PTO elections and vote on important items to enhance your student’s educational journey at LMES. Register to join on the PTO Website: https://schoolyear22-23.cheddarup.com
Once registered you will have access to all PTO news/events, be able to order spirit wear, and lots more! By registering on the website, you are not committing to anything other than being in the “know” on all things PTO at our school. Please consider joining our LMES PTO.
FOLLOW LONE MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY ON SOCIAL MEDIA
We love to share all of the great things happening at our school site. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for updates.
https://www.facebook.com/LoneMountainElementary
NEWS AROUND THE DISTRICT
CCUSD PARENT ACADEMIES FOR THE SPRING
SPRING BREAK CAMP THROUGH ECS- 3/13- 3/17
UPCOMING KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION EVENTS- 3/23/23
HELPFUL LINKS
REMEMBER TO VOTE- NOVEMBER 5, 2024
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