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September 2021 Newsletter |
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All of us at the PTO would like to welcome you back to LNS for the 2021-2022 school year! We are so excited to have everyone back on campus and to get back to supporting our wonderful teachers, staff and children here at Laurel Nokomis.
With the rise of COVID in our area, we are restricted as to how much we can be on campus and hold community events. We will continue planning events and keep you updated as changes occur. Make sure you are signed up to receive our PTO Newsletter and be sure you have checked out our website: https://lnspto.digitalpto.com/
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2021-2022 LNS PTO Board of Directors
Meet your LNS PTO Board of Directors for the 2021-2022 school year:
President: Mary Wescoat
Vice-President: Valerie Cho Hung Hing
Treasurer: Heather Teijlo
Secretary: Jasynda Davis
Vice-President of Membership: Lisa Robins
Vice-President of Business Partners: LaToya Price-Childs
Co-Vice Presidents of Communications: Bridgette Eastwood & Lindsay Schmerbeck
Middle School Liaison: Katrina Otchet
Vice President of Fall Fundraiser: Mary Wescoat and Heather Teijlo
Co-Vice Presidents of Runathon: Amanda Johnson & Katrina Otchet
Co-Vice Presidents of Holiday Shop: Kelly McClintok & Lindsay Westrick
PTO Teacher Liaison: Bridgette Eastwood
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Let the Games Begin!
We were so happy to be able to provide the LNS teachers and staff a yummy Welcome Back Breakfast on the first day of teacher planning. This year, the teachers and staff were able to enjoy a variety of delicious sandwiches, yogurt parfaits and fruit from Chick-fil-a. Our theme was the 2021 Olympic Games, Let the Games Begin! We hope everyone enjoyed their breakfast. It was so nice to see you all!
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The LNS PTO is excited to announce that we are holding a membership drive! The classes with the highest percentage of families joining the PTO will win one of the prize packages below.
Encourage everyone to join! When families become members, we are all winners!
The prizes are:
1st place class will win a $200 Teacher Award and an ICE CREAM TREAT for their class!
2nd place class will win a $125 Teacher Award and an ICE CREAM TREAT for their class!
3rd place class with win a $75 Teacher Award and an ICE CREAM TREAT for their class!
All applications must be turned into the front office no later than
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1st to be eligible for the contest.
You can join the PTO through the LNS PTO website using the digital form.
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We will be hosting the first PTO Meeting for the 2021-2022 school year via Zoom. This meeting will include a short Q & A period with our Laurel Nokomis Administration Team.
We would love for you to join!
WHEN: Thursday, September 9th, 5:15PM-7:00PM
WHERE: Via Zoom
MEETING ID: 815 0353 4006
MEETING PASSCODE: 187380
***PLEASE NOTE: We are accepting questions for the administration team prior to the meeting via email at LaurelNokomisPTO@gmail.com.If you have a question, please submit it by Wednesday, September 8th.***
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LNS PTO GoFundMe Fundraiser |
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The LNS PTO prides itself on being able to raise money to support our amazing teachers, staff and students. However, with the rise of COVID and continued restrictions due to the pandemic, we are unable to fundraise as much as we normally do. Given the fact that there are still needs to be met, we have started a GoFundMe with a goal to raise $20,000.
If you are able, please donate to our school! There is no amount too small. If you are unable to donate at this time, it is extremely helpful to share our GoFundMe link on social media and encourage others to donate.
If you have donated already, THANK YOU SO MUCH! Your donation is greatly appreciated! So far we have raised $6,735.00!
Here is the link to our GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/a0b46bec
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Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night! |
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH
Come and support our school by having dinner at Chick-Fil-A in the Pelican Plaza!
It really is THAT easy!
When you place your order, just be sure to mention that you are there for LNS Spirt Night and a portion of the sales from your order will go to LNS.
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On-Going Fundraisers Sponsored by the PTO |
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New and improved! No more clipping! You can now download the Box Tops for Education mobile app. Once you download the app, shop as you normally would, then simply scan your store receipts to find participating products. The app will then automatically credit your school's box tops to earnings online. Scanning your receipts needs to be done no later than 14 days from the purchase. It's neve been easier to help our school earn funds for education. Download the app today! |
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Help support LNS by going to Amazon Smile and designating Laurel Nokomis PTO as your charitable organization. After that, the Amazon Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price to LNS on Amazon shopping done through the AmazonSmile portal. It costs you nothing and your Amazon shopping experience will be the same (wish lists and preferences carry over to the portal). |
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The LNS PTO is looking for business partners! The LNS Business Sponsorship program is run by the PTO. Monies raised to to support the needs of our school, teachers and students. The sponsorship levels and benefits are listed below.
Bronze - $150
Business name listed on our website
Silver - $350
Business name listed on our website, yearbook and LNS PTO Facebook Page
Gold - $600
Business name listed on our website and business logo in the yearbook and on the LNS PTO Facebook Page
Platinum - $900
Business name listed on our website and business logo in the yearbook and LNS PTO Facebook Page. You will also get a "THANK YOU" on the electronic marquee sign for 3 different weeks and a 3 x 4 sign posted on campus for 12 consecutive months.
Diamond - $2000 or above
You will receive everything from the Platinum level, but the banner is 4 x 6. All benefits last for 24 consecutive months.
**SEE MORE DETAILS and THE SPONSORSHIP FORM ON OUR WEBSITE***
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Be sure to stay in the loop and check out our Laurel Nokomis School PTO Website. You can access the webpage at LNSPTO.digitalpto.com. Please check the webpage on a regular basis because the site will updated often! |
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Do you want to stay up to date on the PTO, upcoming events, deadlines, messages from the Principal, student organizations and more? If so, you will want to subscribe to the monthly LNS PTO Newsletter. You can sign up here online by scrolling down to the "Subscribe to our Newsletter" button on the left. |
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Welcome Message
from Principal,
Ray Wilson
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Give a Warm Welcome to our TWO New Assistant Principals! |
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Jeanine Saddler (Assigned to Grades K-4)
I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as Assistant Principal of Laurel Nokomis. I began my career in education as a 4th grade long term substitute in Ohio where I completed my Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Specialist Education.
After moving to Florida, I pursued a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of South Florida. Over the past 17 years, I have worked as a Teacher, Teacher Evaluator, and Assistant Principal. I am married to my husband of 17 years and have a beautiful 9-year-old daughter who is currently in fourth grade. In my free time, I enjoy reading, spending time with my family, and horseback riding.
I realize the great responsibility that I must inspire, empower, and influence our youth, as well as the opportunity to positively impact the families, staff, and communities in support of our students. I strongly believe students grow and achieve more when they are challenged and surrounded by involved and compassionate adults, both within and outside the walls of the school. LNS houses a community of committed faculty and staff members who are driven by the success of our students. I am privileged to be a part of the amazing LNS Lightning team!
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Paula Cimillo (Assigned to Grades 5-6 & ESE Services)
As a former Laurel Nokomis parent, I have fond memories of being a part of the LNS family. Both of my grown children attended here and still speak highly of their teachers and staff from their elementary and middle school days. As a parent I was a member of both the PTO and SAC.
I am very excited for my new venture here at Laurel Nokomis where I can continue not only my professional journey, but where I can rejoin this great school community.
I have previously worked at Sarasota Middle as an Exceptional Student Education Teacher, teaching all core subjects and Reading. While at Sarasota Middle, I also held the positions of ESE Liaison, Gifted Coordinator, Behavior Specialist, TOSA and Assistant Principal for 3 years.
Prior to arriving here at Laurel Nokomis, I was also the Assistant Principal at Venice Middle and Heron Creek Middle School. I look forward to continuing to hone my skills and bring my expertise to Laurel Nokomis.
Even though I may be “new to Laurel Nokomis” there is a feeling of coming home.
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2021-2022 Sarasota County
District Calendar
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NO SCHOOL MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th for LABOR DAY! |
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Weight Lifting
Weight Lifting Intramurals with begin November 8th and run until February 28th on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:15-4:30PM. This is open to all 6th-8th grade students. Meet in Mr. Lapean's room.
**An athletic packet must be completed before students can participate**
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Basketball
Basketball Intramurals will begin on October 4th and run until November 3rd on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:15-5:00PM. This is open to all 6th-8th grade students. Participants should meet in the locker rooms at 3:15PM.
**An athletic packet must be completed before students can participate**
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We hope everyone has a safe and happy 2021-2022 school year! |
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