"Lyon-Developing Lifelong Learners and Leaders."
March 24, 2017


Principals' Post
We are excited to announce Lyon's new assistant principal for the 2017-2018 school year.  At the March Board of Education meeting, Mrs. Leanne Gove was approved for this leadership role.  Mrs. Gove currently serves as a 5th grade teacher at Price Elementary and was recently selected to act as lead teacher for summer school.

Mrs. Gove will bring a strong instructional knowledge base to Lyon as she has taught in an elementary classroom for 11 years, served on a district curriculum development committee, and has a solid foundation and knowledge base of current district initiatives.  

Mrs. Gove is a reflective thinker with an ability to problem solve in order to get the job done.  She understands the importance of building strong relationships with staff, students, and Lyon families.  She will begin to join in on upcoming activities at Lyon and will be introduced to Lyon students in April.  Read below for a personal note from Mrs. Gove.

I can't wait for you all to meet her!

Sincerely,
Casey Mitchell

Meet Mrs. Gove
I a m so excited to join the Lyon family next year!  I am a Kansas native and Evangel University graduate.  I have taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade over the past eleven years.  During that time, I have earned my Master's and Specialist degrees in Elementary Administration from William Woods University.  I have been a member of the Republic community for the past seven years, and have taught in Republic for the past 2 years.  When I'm not at school I love being a wife and a mom to my 3 year old and 4 month old boys.  I can't wait to meet all of you and look forward to serving the Lyon students, parents, and staff.
School Improvement Plan
Lyon has been consistently meeting their attendance goal each month! Thank you for getting your child to school each day on time and ready to learn.  We recently celebrated meeting our February attendance goal by eating pancakes!  
Last Chance to Sign Up!
Today is the last day to sign up for Lyon In Motion, Lyon's running club.  This event will take place each Wednesday, beginning March 29t h from 3:45-4:30.  This is a free event to prepare Lyon staff and
students for the upcoming ROAR run which be held on Saturday, May 6th.
 
All registration  for Lyon In Motion must be completed on-line by clicking HERE or by contacting the Lyon office at 732.3630.

Please ensure someone is able to pick up your child promptly at 4:30 each Wednesday in the back of Lyon.

We can't wait to sharpen our saw and get healthy!
We Hope To See You at Lyon Next Friday!



Kindergarten Screening, April 5th


The Republic School District began scheduling kindergarten screening appointments starting Monday, February 27th. Kindergarten screening will be held for those children who reside in the Republic School District that will be 5 on or before July 31st.

Screening appointment times are from 8:45 a.m.-6:00 p.m. at the building your child will be attending. You will call your building of attendance for an appointment. To find out which building your child will be attending,  CLICK HERE and following the instructions. If you have any questions, please contact the transportation department at 732-3680.                                        

Please allow 90 minutes to complete the screening. During your child's screening appointment, parents will complete the Kindergarten enrollment paperwork. Please bring the following items:
  • Child's birth certificate and immunization record
  • Current proof of residency (utility bill: water, gas, electric, rental agreement, or real estate contract)
  • Parent picture of identification
  • List of your child's doctors with phone numbers
  • Emergency contacts with phone numbers
Communication


Stay Informed:
  • Building Website: Found HERE
  • District Twitter: @republicschools

Summer School
Summer school 2017 is just around the corner! Below are the dates and times. Enrollment will be done online, and the  deadline is May 5.  CLICK HERE for registration links and more information. 
Elementary:
May 30-June 23
8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
(Kindergarten & sibling pick-up at 2:40 p.m.)
 
Middle  School and High  School
May 30-June 22
7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 
Lyon Leaders!
full details.

Very Important Dates

March

  • 29th: Lyon In Motion begins, 3:45 to 4:30 each Wednesday
  • 31st: PTO Spring Carnival and Silent Auction

April: 

  • 5th: Kindergarten Screening
  • 14th: No School 
  • 19th: RHS Buddy Day with Lyon
  • 13th: Mid-quarter
  • 21st: 4th quarter mid-quarter progress reports sent home, Moore Park Dedication (TBD)
  • 24th-May 5th: MAP testing for grades 3rd-5th
May: 
  • 1st-5th: Teacher Appreciation Week
  • 2nd: Kindergarten Orientation for all 2017-2018 K students and families
  • 9th: Field Day
  • 11th: ROAR night and K-2nd music performances
  • 17th: Last day of school

"Don't Just Shoot for the Stars-Be One."