Puster Families,
Tomorrow is sending a lot of excitement and fun our way! We hope you will join us on Friday for our very first Puster Pride at 8:15 in the cafeteria. We will have the
Fast Pass
line open. Fast Pass is an option for those who have previously signed in at the front office. ID will be required whether you use the
Fast Pass
option or check-in at the front office.
Please follow the link to fill out the Fast Pass form
.
Friday is also an early release day for students. Dismissal will be at 12:00. Please add any necessary exceptions in School Dismissal Manager if your child will be going home another way.
Leopard Friday is Friday evening in the courtyard at the High School. From 4:30-6:30 there will be booths and games and food and fun available along with a special pep rally at 6:00. Graham and I look forward to the school spirit and fun every year. I hope to see you there!
Have a great weekend!
Puster Proud,
Holly
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All after school clubs are up and running . Please remember to set your “Weekday Defaults” in School Dismissal Manager. Let us know if you need help! Please note times and dismissal plans for each.
"Default" and "Weekday Defaults" = dismissal that will happen most of the time (choir, kids first, bus, spanish, etc.).
"Exception" = just for that day.
Once an exception has been made on your end, it can not be edited on our end. We can, however, adjust defaults on our end. Please let us know if we can help.
Teachers have been asked to follow only what is in Dismissal Manager. Please notify the front office if you have a change that cannot be made in the system. Thank you!
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September 13
- Puster Pride Assembly @ 8:15 am
September 13
- Early Release at 12:00
September 13
- Leopard Friday
September 23
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September 27
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Book Fair
September 24
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PTA Meeting
@ 6:15 pm
September 24
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Ice Cream Social
@ 6:30 pm -
Book Fair
Open
September 25
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Fall Pictures
October 22
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Fall Family Fun Night
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We are so thankful to have a supportive PTA. This year PTA bought two "Buddy Benches" for the playgrounds. Please look at the picture attached. I have also attached what was read to the students, so you are aware of what a "Buddy Bench" is for. Thank you again to the PTA for purchasing these for our school. If you have any questions, feel free to give me a call.
Go to this links:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g7eVr_xDOHr-GgqOZ3rIlRUZ4hNk9Y9J/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-STdKmazDAb5MbzMsFdHLqCnJbIQrLO_/view?usp=sharing
Bryan Smith - Puster Counselor
469-742-8228
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Hello Parents!
We have had another great week in the library! Many classes have been discussing scientists and the tools that they use to observe. We talked this week about Jaques Cousteau and his underwater observations.
Just a reminder, this year in makerspace we are doing things a little differently. Since our makerspace is functioning differently, we are now needing specific items donated, instead of the items that were requested in the past. We appreciate the items that you have so thoughtfully donated, however, we currently are in need of only the items below.
For our next unit in the makerspace we are needing the following items:
- Toilet paper tubes
- Paper towel tubes
- Popsicle sticks
- Index cards
- Unused paper plates
- Plastic straws
- Dot Stickers
- Construction Paper
We are so appreciative of the items we have received so far! Starting next month we will be featuring some of our makerspace projects as we progress into a new unit.
Don't forget to mark your calendars for our upcoming Follett Book Fair! We will open on September 23rd and close on September 27th. Our fair will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. as well as during the Ice Cream Social.
Have a great weekend!
Naomi Emory, L.M.S.
Puster Elementary
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP
This year we have changed how we are teaching Digital Citizenship to our students. Starting this school year we are going to now have a standard curriculum Pre-K through 12th grade. The units within these lessons include: Lovejoy ISD Acceptable Use Policy, Privacy and Security, Intellectual Property, and Digital Etiquette. These lessons will be implemented through Google Classroom lessons that will be managed by your student’s classroom teacher. By September 27th all Puster students will have participated in the entirety of the Lovejoy ISD Digital Citizenship curriculum.
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PUSTER TALENT SHOW - 1st - 4th Grade
The Puster Talent Show for 1st-4th graders will be Thursday, October 10th at 8:15AM. The show is a chance for students to prepare and share a special talent with friends, teachers, and family. All acts will audition to be a part of the performance and must be 2 minutes or less. Auditions will be Wednesday, September 25 and Thursday, September 26 from 3:15-6:15pm. Please read the
PES Talent Show Packet
BEFORE signing up for an
audition
. The deadline to sign up for an audition is Monday, September 23.
TALENT SHOW PRACTICES: You are welcome to hold practices for the talent show in the Puster Courtyard or on the Playground. We will not host practices in the building as we have many after school clubs and activities taking place throughout the building. Please remember that an adult must be present at all times. Reach out to Mrs. Haynes with any questions around this. Thank you!
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CHOIR NEWS
LOVEJOY CHILDREN'S CHOIR - 4TH, 5TH, 6TH GRADERS
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ExploraVision - Stem Competition
Attention 4th Grade Parents! We are excited to be bringing ExploraVision to PES this year! ExploraVision is the Nation's largest STEM competition, and offers students a chance to work in teams to develop their dreams into reality! This year, interested 4th graders will have the opportunity to apply to join a team that will work to simulate real research and development. Students will meet after school on Tuesday's from 3:30-4:15 and will be guided by a teacher as they work with their team to pick a current technology, research it, envision what it might look like in 20 years, and describe and analyze the potential changes.
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Watch D.O.G.S. – Be Involved, be a Hero, be a Watchdog.
Watch D.O.G.S. is a program that helps bring dads and other male role models into our school. Dad's spend a day with their child at school and get to interact alongside the teachers, help with carpool, monitor hallways, help out in the classroom, help with specials...the possibilities are endless.
Spend a day or a ½ day to be a hero for your child.
Add your picture to the Puster Watch D.O.G.S. Wall of Fame.
In order to participate you will need to sign up, perform a background check, get a T-shirt!
Sign Up
Pick a date and time slot on the sign-up genius website, link below.
Background Check
Complete the districts background check for the new school year, link below.
Watchdog Shirt
Each Watch D.O.G. dad is encouraged to wear a Watch D.O.G.S. T-shirt on the day you are volunteering at the school. Your child may also want a "My Hero" shirt to wear that day too. Below is the link to purchase a t-shirt. Watch D.O.G. t-shirts are not required but are encouraged.
Questions
If you have any questions about Watchdogs, please contact fellow Puster dad, Kyle Smith, at
pusterwatchdog@gmail.com
or 903-456-9888.
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Parent Portal Accounts
For the 2019-2020 school year, PowerSchool enhanced Contacts to allow us to add one contact and attach multiple students to that account. Information added and/or updated for that person is done one time for all students linked to that person. This includes updating phone numbers, emails, addresses, etc. across campuses.
Parent Portal usernames, account emails and passwords have been updated. Accounts will now be created at the campus by request. Initially we have added accounts for all contacts that are in PowerSchool that have a relationship of Mother, Father, or Guardian using the email on file. This includes students new to the district for 2019-2020 and all new kindergarten students.
The Parent Portal opens on August 12 for viewing schedules, homerooms, and completing the yearly enrollment updates (FERPA, Waivers, and Transportation Requests). No later than Sunday, August 11 each account for the Mother, Father, and Guardian will receive a message through School Messenger using the email on file. This message will include the account username (the email address attached to the account).
2. Click on “Forgot Username or Password?”
3. Enter the Parent Username sent to you through School Messenger (email).
4. Enter the same email address in the “Parent Email Address” field.
5. Click on Enter.
6. An email will be sent to this email address with the temporary password.
7. Use this password to continue to the Parent Portal where you will be required to change the password.
When you are on the Parent Portal, you should see the students attached to your account. However, if you don’t see those students you may use the Student Access ID and Access Code contained in the School Messenger email to link the student to your account. If you have multiple students in Lovejoy ISD you will receive one School Messenger email per student.
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Puster Families!
Take a break from the heat and join us @6:30pm on Tuesday, September 24 for Puster's annual Ice Cream Social! We will have Braum's ice cream, along with toppings galore. Don't miss this great opportunity to catch up with friends, old and new, and chat with the teachers and staff who have kindly offered to serve up ice cream for everyone. This is a complimentary event for all Puster families. We look forward to seeing you!
Wanna skip the carpool line? In case you missed it, dedicated parking & carpool spots will be auctioned off during the ice cream social. You don't want to miss this lively event for bidding on prime parking real estate!
PS, school spirit wear will be available for purchase during the ice cream social - cool off and get some fall gear to show your Puster Pride.
For more information - Click here:
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District Communications
Student and Parent Concerns/Grievances
The faculty and staff of Lovejoy ISD are committed to the service of our students and their parents by responding promptly and professionally to concerns or grievances which may arise.
Student and Parent Complaints/Grievances are governed by LISD Board Policies FNG (LEGAL) and FNG (LOCAL).
How Do You Resolve Parent Concerns?
If you, as the parent or guardian of a Lovejoy ISD student, have concerns regarding your child’s education or performance, we want to talk with you. Sitting down and talking with the people who interact most often with your child on a daily basis – his/her teacher, counselor, coach or director– can remedy the majority of concerns.
Most concerns can be and usually are resolved at the classroom/activity/sports or campus level. However, if your concerns are not addressed by visiting with the teacher, campus counselor, coach or director, you may choose to follow the three-level process listed below:
Level One:
Within 15 business days of the incident causing the concern/complaint, you may request a meeting with the next level supervisor which could be the Athletic Director, Fine Arts Director or Campus Principal. The Level One form may be found
here.
Level Two:
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the Level One process, within 10 business days of receipt of the Level One decision letter, you may request a meeting with the Assistant Superintendent of Operations (Athletics, Safety, Operations) or Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction (Teachers, Administrators, Student Discipline). The Level Two form may be found
here.
Level Three:
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the Level Two process, within 10 business days of receipt of the Level Two decision letter, you may appeal the decision to the
School Board by contacting the Superintendent. The Level Three form may be found
here
.
Upcoming Events
Leopard Friday
Friday, September 13
The Lovejoy Independent School District invites you to join us for our annual tradition – Leopard Friday! This is a free community event which will be held on Friday, September 13 from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
On Leopard Friday, the Courtyard at Lovejoy High School will be transformed into a showcase of our students, clubs, community, and organizations. There truly is something for everyone, regardless of age. Join us for carnival activities, a pep rally and more!
After the festivities we hope you will join us as we support our Lovejoy Leopards as they compete against Frisco Memorial. Join us as we celebrate living Lovejoy!
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LoJo Glow
Thursday, October 3
Mark your calendars and make plans to join us for the 1st Annual Black Light Community Pep Rally!
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Student Nutrition Information 2019-2020
Student Nutrition Services would like to welcome you to the 2019-2020 school year! We look forward to the opportunity to service you and we appreciate your continued support for our Nutrition Program. Student Nutrition Services is committed to providing our students with a variety of quality, nutritious meals. We have some exciting changes planned for this school year. Our commitment to increase our fresh fruit and vegetable offerings, whole grain products, and reduced fat options continues. We offer quality products from manufacturers that you know and trust such as Tyson Foods, Jennie O’ Turkey, and Land O’ Lakes cheese. Our partnership with Paradise Produce for our fresh fruits and vegetables will continue this year. Paradise receives fresh product from our Texas farms each weekend and delivers to each of our kitchens every week.
Student
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qxmD26sz2_bqcrU55o-1fgo89_wd6ihM/view?usp=sharing
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Lovejoy ISD Community News
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We are pleased to announce the
Lovejoy ISD Community News Page
. This new addition to the Lovejoy ISD Webpage will share news from our schools, programs, booster clubs, student organizations, Foundation for Lovejoy Schools, community, and more. Check back often for up-to-date news on events and activities.
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Foundation for Lovejoy Schools Award $405,103 in Grants
Chess Club Enthusiasts – Register Now!
BYOP Elementary Night with Lovejoy Volleyball
Evening with the Majestics
Leopard Friday
Junior Mini Cheer Camp
Public Lands Trail Cleanup
Lovejoy Leopards Inc. 11th Annual Golf Tournament
Lojo Glow Community Pep Rally
City of Lucas Farmers Market
Collin College News
For the latest Athletic News, download the "Lovejoy Leopards Athletics" app.
For the latest Fine Arts News, follow
@LovejoyArts on Twitter, or like them on Facebook at Lovejoy Arts.
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Girl Scout Troops Now Forming
September 14 and September 21 Meetings
The information is live on the Community News Page:
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Lovejoy Gifted and Talented Referral Form Open Through September 13
The Gifted and Talented (G/T) referral form is open in PowerSchool through September 13. Families of students in grades 1-12 may refer students for assessment. Two parent meetings are scheduled for Monday, September 9 at 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Additional information is available on the
G/T website
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