District Updates



Masking Policies. On Mond Governor Newsom announced an update to state guidance on indoor masking in K-12 schools from a requirement to "strongly recommended." Please note that no changes will be made to Lakeside's masking policies before the March 16th LJSD Board Meeting.

Open School Board Seat. The LJSD Board of Trustees has an open seat due to the resignation of long-time Trustee Dr. Linda Kelley. LJSD Board of Trustees intends to make an appointment at the April 6, 2022, Regular Board Meeting.

Interested candidates must be 18 years of age or older, a citizen of California, a resident of Lakeside Joint School District, a registered voter, and who is not disqualified by the Constitution or laws of California from holding a civil office. Applications are available on the district website. Applications are due to the Lakeside Joint School District office by Friday, March 25th at 4:00 pm.

School Updates

Student Council Updates. To kick off this week's Read-A-Thon, the Student Council has started Library reading time with each grade level. The Student Council is also busy at work on their next project- Art from Around the World! They have created a map of the world in the library and will begin animal art projects with fellow students that reflect animals from different regions.

Email us NOW for TK/K Enrollment. If you have a child who is eligible for Transitional Kindergarten (turns 5 between 9/1- 12/1) or Kindergarten (turns 5 before 9/1), email us ASAP to get them on the list before enrollment opens to the larger community. Contact ljsd@lakesidelosgatos.org or 408-354-2372 for more information.

Lakeside Foundation Updates

Yearbook Cover Contest. Due 3/4. All Lakeside students are invited to participate in the Yearbook Cover Contest. The winner will be selected by LSCF and select school staff members. Other entries will be used throughout the yearbook. Please be sure to include all the elements requested in the handout for the entry to qualify.

Men's Night Out. 3/19. An afternoon of tree felling and log splitting followed by BBQ ribs and beer. Saturday, 3/19, 4pm-8pm. Tickets on sale now. $25/person with proceeds benefitting LSCF.

We Need Auction Volunteers. Even with our auction format change we need help with creating class projects, soliciting donations, data entry and technical support. Consider volunteering for our largest fundraising event. Sign up or email us.

LSCF Needs New Members Now. LSCF cannot continue beyond June 30th if we do not get at least 1 new board member to meet our minimum requirement of 5 members. New members coming on board now would be able to learn how and why things are done the way are they and allow for an easier ramp up. If you'd like to make an impact on your child's education come join a Foundation meeting and see what we are all about.

Before & After School Care Updates

Champions Lakeside Preschool. Conveniently located at Lakeside Elementary: Monday-Friday from 8am-3pm. Registration fee: $50 (or $75 for family). 1-2 Days: $210 per week, 3-5 Days: $350 per week. Enroll at Discoverchampions.com