August 24 - SAC Meeting, 4PM Media Center
September 6 - Labor Day Holiday, No School
September 13 - Picture Day
September 16 - Progress Reports distributed to students
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Important Info. - Testing
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Hello Lawton Families-
I know many of you are still awaiting FSA test scores from the 20-21 school year, we are still waiting for the official score reports. Once those reports are in, we will get those scores out to families.
We are well under way on our Beginning of the Year iReady Diagnostic. These results will allow us to ensure that we are reaching all of our students and providing instruction to best serve all students. Thank you for your support and for encouraging your children to do their best!
Kindergarten teachers will be administering the FLKRS assessment to all their students in September. This test is used to assess where our kindergarten students are beginning so that teachers can target the specific skills that best meet the needs of their students.
As always, feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns that you may have.
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WHY: Fun, Food & Fellowship
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Ms. Romero’s pre-k class engaged in learning classroom routines and procedures. |
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Ms. Olga, Ms. Karbal, and Ms. Jenkins work hard daily to ensure our walkers get home safely during afternoon dismissal. |
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Ms. Miller’s 5th grade students are solving division problems in math. |
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Ms. Munroe’s 5th grade students are working in math center groups.
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Look at who was caught being positive this week (from top left to bottom center)!
Mason, Nataly, and Eyden from Ms. Fischer’s class; Charlotte and Lia from Ms. Crider’s class; Kaleb and Christopher from Ms. DelliBovi’s class; and Cayden from Ms. Miller’s class!
The students are pictured holding up their POSITIVITY certificates that includes their name and the reason they were chosen. Examples included: "Volunteering to help a friend during fire drills," "Always having a smile on your face and excited to learn," "Never giving up and working through hard math topics," and "Participating in all class discussions and always being eager to learn."
Keep up the great work He-coons! We are so proud of you!
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Hello Lawton Chiles Family! My name is Ms. Surico, I am one of the Exceptional ED teachers here on campus. I discovered my passion for ESE when I was younger; my Uncle is mentally challenged and I didn't like the way the school system treated him. Throughout high school, I was part of Best Buddies where I was given the opportunity to volunteer and mentor ESE students. As I grew older, ESE students have had a special place in my heart. I never knew about EBD until coming to Lawton Chiles Elementary and receiving two students mainstreamed into my classroom. Since then, I have loved working with EBD students.
My goal for this school year is for my students to earn minutes in the general education classroom. I would love for my students to learn how to use their calming strategies appropriately and be able to express themselves appropriately.
I believe that a classroom should be a safe environment, every child should be welcomed daily, and every child should have access to an opportunity for a high-quality education. My students are accepted, cared for, and loved while in my classroom, building relationships and teaching calming techniques is evident in a student’s ability to succeed socially and emotionally.
I am currently earning my Master's at UCF in Exceptional Student Education with a certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Outside of teaching, I love paddle boarding, going on trails with my dogs, and going to the beach.
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Meet Ms. Massoni, Lawton Chiles Elementary’s Academic Specialist for grade K-5. She has been a teacher for 11 years and moved to Lawton Chiles from Union Park Middle School. She is a UCF Alumni. Ms. Massoni has a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Development and in Psychology, as well as a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership.
Ms. Massoni is looking forward to being back in an elementary setting, learning, and making new friends. It is quite enjoyable for her to see the world through the viewpoint of the students. She believes they always have such a fresh perspective, and she loves learning from them. When she is not working, she most likely will be out running, dancing, or drinking coffee. Ms. Massoni loves company and conversation, when you see her around campus don’t hesitate to say hello!
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HOW: Partners in Education
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Bringing the Community into the Classroom… Currently, Partners in Education is made up of more than 2,000 district and school-based partnerships. Connecting education with the business communities allows us to provide students with even more opportunities for success. There are a variety of ways in which you can become a partner. Our schools are always willing to explore how your business or organization can become involved. We look forward to seeing your name among our Partners in Education very soon.
How to Become a Partner in Education
School Level Partner in Education - Partner with a school
- Click here to go to the new Interactive Partners in Education System.
- Search for Opportunities. You can search by school name, or using the geographical tools.
- Click the Sign Up button to sign up for your preferred activity.
- Create a new account as a registered Partner in Education (if your organization isn't already registered).
"Business wins when education wins."
~ Lee Iacocca, automobile executive
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HOW: Volunteering at Lawton Chiles Elementary
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School volunteers are extra-special people who are committed to making schools the best they can be. They offer special attention and caring that can inspire students to reach for and realize their dreams.
School volunteers work at the schools of their choice and participate in activities that match their interests, such as assisting teachers in the classroom, designing bulletin boards, working with students, serving as computer tutors, working with art classes, or helping out in the office or media center.
Be a school volunteer and help make students' dreams come true!
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Melissa Bennett
407-737-1470 ext. 3572312
“There's nothing stronger than the heart of a volunteer.”
~ Jimmy Doolittle, US military aviator
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HOW: The LCE Behavior Buzz
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It is our official PBIS “kickoff”! Students and teachers are excelling at putting our commitment into motion! Students are quickly learning their schedules and routines and have become true leaders!
This past week, students have demonstrated “Be Safe” by ensuring social distancing while in their classrooms and during transitions. They are following directional signs while walking in a single line and using quiet voices while transitioning in the hallways.
It’s exciting to see classes being rewarded with Lawton Loot! Our first drawing will be held this Friday, August 20th during our morning announcements. Two classes will be drawn to win an ice cream party next week! Those classes will also be highlighted as “PBIS Classroom of the Week” with a poster displayed at their doors.
As we continue towards the end of August, we will continue to focus on our He-coons to “Be Safe” in all areas while on campus. We can practice this at home and at school.
Stay tuned for more details regarding our School Spirit Store!
PBIS Pro Tip: “Be Safe” - Be aware of the emergency procedures. Keep walkways clear. Report any safety concerns to your teachers.
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Students in Mrs. Sol’s third grade class practice place value using base-ten blocks. This practice will help students learn their next skill: rounding. |
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Students in Ms. Flicker’s fourth grade class learn to work as a team to save “Fred” using only paper clips. This helps build teamwork and communication within table groups. |
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Students in Ms. DelliBovi’s fifth grade class practice multiplying 3-digit numbers by 2-digit numbers. Each group member solves the problem, and then students come to a consensus on the answer. |
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Marla Zoe Rodriguez Agosto
Parent Engagement Liaison
T: 407-737-1470, Ext. 3572311
F: 407-737-1471
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Let’s Stay Connected!
* Phone: 407-737-1470, Fax: 407-737-1471
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Kids’ Closet
The OCPS Kids’ Closet is a clothing closet and food pantry created to serve students and families enrolled in Orange County Public Schools. The Kids’ Closet serves approximately 800 students each year providing over 9,000 items to students and families experiencing homelessness or in financial need.
Phone: 407-317-3900 Extension: 2035572
For General Information on Homeless Education Contact:
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School Advisory Council:
Each Orange County public school invites parents to get involved. One of the ways parents can get involved is through the School Advisory Council (SAC). This council is a group that brings representatives of stakeholders together to assist the school principal with developing and evaluating a school improvement plan.
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Parent Teacher Association: |
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We believe a focused effort on community and family engagement is critical to school improvement. When families and community members are involved in student learning, students improve their academic performance, school attendance rates improve, and the school gains a better understanding of family-community needs. We want to encourage you to become involved at Lawton Chiles and support the positive bond between home and school.
Ways our family and community can promote and sustain community and parent engagement:
* Join PTA
- Parent Teacher Association - PTA's mission is to make every child's potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children. We encourage you to get involved with our PTA at Lawton Chiles and work with us to support the students, staff, and community through various events and activities.
* Participate in SAC
- School Advisory Council - Each school in the State of Florida has a School Advisory Council (SAC). The purpose of a SAC is to assist in the preparation and evaluation of the results of the school improvement plan and to assist the principal with the annual school budget. SAC is a monthly opportunity for families to get involved to support our school improvement efforts. Our first SAC meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at 4:00 pm in the media center. We would love to see you there.
* Become a Partner in Ed:
- The Partners in Education (PiE) program links businesses and organizations with schools to share resources, both in people and materials. Each flourishes from the support and prosperity of the other. Schools must prepare today's students for their entry into a diverse, competitive workforce. When businesses take part in the education of these young people, they help strengthen the workforce of the future. The Partners in Education program is vital in helping the community and the school system work and grow together. We invite you to join them and make a difference!
- How to Become a Partner in Education:
- Go to the new Interactive Partners in Education system,
- Search for Opportunities. You can search by school name, or using the geographical tools.
- Click the Sign Up button to sign up for your preferred activity.
- Create a new account as a registered Partner in Education (if your organization isn't already registered).
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11001 Bloomfield Drive
Orlando, FL 32825
Phone 407-737-1470
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Copyright Notice
Reproduction of this material, either written or electronically, including the general layout, graphics, analyses, and content topics without the express approval of Target Performance Systems, Inc., a Florida corporation, and OCPS - Lawton Chiles Elementary School is forbidden without written consent. Thank you for your support of Lawton Chiles Elementary School and the Orange County Public Schools. Please contact Principal Serianni at 49165@ocps.net with any questions or for further information.
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