The Lawton Ledger
2023-2024 Theme: Level Up and CRUSH IT!
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LEVEL UP STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
September 2023
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This past month we started our “LEVEL UP STUDENTS OF THE MONTH!” We are recognizing a student from every class who is really able to LEVEL UP and C.R.U.S.H. It! CRUSH stands for collaborate, rethink, use every minute, step up, and honor our differences. Students who are chosen have a special lunch and will place a handprint on a ceiling tile that will be displayed in the cafeteria for all to see! |
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For the next few issues, we will focus on our School Improvement Goals in more detail. This issue will focus on our reading. As mentioned previously, Lawton Chiles’ goal regarding reading achievement is to increase from 51% to 56% Additionally, we want 70% of our students to achieve learning gains and 62% of students in our bottom quartile achieving learning gains.
You may ask, “How can I help my student reach these goals at home?” One way to assistance is to have your child read regularly. “Starting in kindergarten, if a student reads 20 minutes a day at home, they will hear 1.8 million words per year. They will have read for 851 hours by 6th grade and on standardized tests, they will likely score better than 90% of their peers.” (Source: 2017 Scripps Media, Inc.) Reading aids student in brain development, building confidence in this subject matter, and increase vocabulary.
Another way to help your child in reading is having them completing lessons in Exact Path. Exact Path is a new computer-based program that students are using this school year that is based on the science of reading pedagogical best practices to help all students become proficient and lifelong readers. Students took a diagnostic test earlier in the school year and based on the results, targeted lessons are being presented to help meet each student’s individual needs. Students have access to this program their Launchpad account and it is recommended that they complete 45 minutes each week.
We thank you in advance for your partnership as we make strides towards reaching our ELA school improvement goal!
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o Phone: 407-737-1470, Fax: 407-737-1471
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I am Glenda L. Martinez, your Parent Engagement Liaison for Lawton Chiles Elementary. My role is to bridge the gap between school and families. I support families, school staff and build community partnerships. I am passionate about life, family and helping others.
My goal this year is to promote literacy and assist our LCE families by creating a cohesive, collaborative and coordinated system of support while building capacity in families so that all students can experience success.
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OCPS: OCTOBER THEMES & SPECIAL EVENTS:
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SAVE THE OCT. 13th DATE!!!! SPIRIT NIGHT AT LAUNCH
Our next Spirit Night will be Friday, October 13 at Launch. Hope to see you all there! Please join us as this evening also helps to support our wonderful PTA.
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BOO Grams available only $1 and available until October 20th! |
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TRUNK or Treat! Information: |
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2023-2024 Family Guide (please click images below): |
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OCPS Parent Academy
The OCPS Parent Academy is committed to making a sustainable impact on student success, parenting and advocacy and personal growth/wellness. Our goal is to empower, engage and educate families and caregivers by providing high-quality training sessions, resources and access to skills and services.
The OCPS Parent Academy offers district-wide, face-to-face Parent Academies, Learn Where You Live events which take place in each learning community, and virtual Lunch & Learn events on Facebook Live.
In addition to the OCPS Parent Academy events, there are monthly trainings held by the Curriculum and Digital Learning, Discipline, Exceptional Student Education, Multilingual Services, Professional Learning and Student Services departments for families.
A full list of ALL Parent Academies for the 2023-2024 school year can be accessed by clicking on the icon below.
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Weekly Superintendent's Message: Dr. Maria Vazquez |
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On this week's "Mondays with Maria," Dr. Vazquez addresses the growing concern for students who fall into chronic absenteeism.
You may submit a suggestion for future "Mondays with Maria" on Thought Exchange by clicking here.
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Food, Fun, and Fellowship |
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Students in Ms. Skoloski's class working on building community with their
newly donated LEGO table.
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We are excited about our new sharing library! Please feel free to check out our books and take one home for your family to enjoy. Our sharing library is housed in the front office by Ms. Sabrina. |
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Mrs. Smith’s class is working on learning foundational skills in reading! |
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Just above and the following two pictures:
Teachers and staff celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a festive potluck luncheon.
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Ms. Fischer’s 3rd Graders are reading independently during Reading Rotations. |
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Welcome to Community Connect!
Need to Locate Resources? You can search for free or reduced cost programs such as food, housing, mental health, education programs, and other social services provided directly by Community Based Organizations.
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Thank you for reading. Have a great week!
Ms. Willis, Principal
Lawton Chiles Elementary School
Sunday, October 1, 2023
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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 Willis at 124924@ocps.net with any questions or for further information.
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