Linwood Lions - April 2024 |
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Principal's Message
Hello Linwood Lions,
The month of May has so many things to enjoy. Flowers come out, the sun is out and students get more outside time. It is also our state testing month for grades 3-5 and as I spoke of last month we are encouraging students to “Do Their Best.” It is a time for them to be able to show off all of their learning they have had this year.
Here are some things you can do at home to support your student being ready for testing:
1) Rest and Sleep:
- Encourage your child to get a good night’s rest before each testing day.
- Adequate sleep helps improve focus and concentration during the test.
2) Healthy Breakfast:
- A nutritious breakfast is essential on testing days.
- Consider providing a balanced meal to fuel your child’s brain.
3) Positive Attitude:
- Remind your child to maintain a growth mindset and stay positive.
- Encourage them with affirmations like, “I am prepared, and I will do my best.”
4) Timeliness:
- Ensure your child arrives at school on time.
- Rushing can add unnecessary stress, so plan ahead.
5) Encouragement:
- Write a short note of encouragement to your child.
- We will distribute these notes before the test to boost their confidence.
Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up May 6-10. Teachers love even the smallest call out such as a homemade card or an extra hug.
Thank you for partnering with us in the future of your children. We are honored to get to spend time with them.
Mrs. Tricia Gessele
Principal
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While school is still very much in session, we are already in the process of planning for next school year.
If you would like to submit input regarding your child's placement next year, please complete the form linked here.
Deadline to provide input is Friday, May 10 at 3 p.m., and does not guarantee a specific teacher placement, combo or straight classroom. Linwood strives to create classrooms in which ALL students have an opportunity to be successful.
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Linwood Elementary School routinely conducts safety drills throughout the school year to ensure students are safe and prepared for emergencies that may arise. Today, Wednesday, April 24, a fire drill was conducted in the afternoon. This requires all students and staff to evacuate the building in a safe, organized and timely manner. It is quite a sight to see if you happen to be driving by when we conduct one of our fire drills!
Safety drills are held to familiarize students to the different sounds, evacuation routines and exits so in the case of emergency there will be no hesitation or confusion in leaving the building.
Our next fire drill is scheduled for May 23. Please note that while we do our best to adhere to a scheduled day, things can arise where it needs be moved in order to accommodate success for all our Linwood students.
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Are you looking for a way to get your child motivated or to encourage them to start running?! Sign them up for the Windermere Marathon or Half Marathon Kids Challenge and Fun Run! Kids will have the whole month of May to log miles making their way to completing a marathon or half marathon distance. They can run/walk the distance over a few days or all month long. All kids registered for the kids challenge will have the opportunity to run 1/2 mile on Sunday, May 19th at Riverfront Park. All finishers will be awarded their medal and shirt at packet pick-up on Saturday, May 18th or Sunday May 19th. Any kids unable to pick-up their shirt and medal will have it mailed to them the week after the race. Register for the Kids Challenge here.
Kids Challenge Info:
1. Run miles throughout the month
2. Submit results daily/weekly or all at the end
3. Receive the swag at the end of the challenge
Kids 1/2-Mile Run Info:
If you register your child for the Kids Challenge, they are automatically entered into the Kids 1/2-Mile Run on Sunday, May 19. The 1/2-mile run starts at 11:00am.
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Kids Run bib & packet pick-up: Kids race check-in at either packet pickup on Saturday (location TBD) or race morning in Riverfront Park (Clock Tower) on Sunday, May 19.
- Parents, please write your name and contact phone number on the back of your child's bib in the case of an emergency.
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Kids Run Start Time: 11:00am | Sunday, May 19
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SPECIAL NOTE ABOUT SAFETY! Parents, this is not a closed or fenced off course. The course will be well marked and staffed with volunteers, but it is your responsibility to make sure your child makes it to the finish line. Parents are welcome to run with their kids for free and help encourage them and take pictures along the way. Please be a responsible parent and know your child's limits and capabilities. The kid's race is not 15-minutes of baby-sitting. Your child is still your responsibility. Help us to ensure this is a safe and positive experience for all our Windermere kids 1-mile participants.
1/2-Mile Course:
The kids 1/2-mile course runs in a circle in Riverfront Park finishing at the clock tower. There will be water available at the finish line. All kids will start together at 11:00am. Parents are encouraged to run with their child.
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Forty-five awesome Linwood Lions ran in Junior Bloomsday this year. They did so well. The smiles on their faces when they crossed the finish line was priceless and they showed grit and determination throughout the course. WELL DONE to all our amazing runners!!! - Mrs. Z |
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Bussing will be provided for Camp Imagine. |
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Linwood Spirit Wear Is Now Available - New Designs Just Added! |
There have been many requests the past few years from parents/families about how to order Linwood t-shirts or other gear, so we are happy to announce a storefront:
All orders are processed on a 10-14 working day production schedule (excluding weekends and holidays). The store is OPEN year round and never closes so you can order anytime you wish. Your order will be delivered back to the school to the Front Office to be distributed to your Student. If there's a problem with any products you will be called to discuss the options available.
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Coming Soon: Aeronautics Club |
Hey Linwood Lions, Mr. Petro and Ms. Davis are excited to let you know that we are starting Aeronautics Club in May! This club is all about exploring the aspects of flight. We will be learning about flight fundamentals, airplane design, drone technology, model rocketry, and field trips to get hands-on experience with real aircraft!
This club is open to 4th and 5th graders and will run May 6-June 3. We will meet after school on Mondays and Wednesdays. If you have any questions about Aeronautics Club, please reach out to Mr. Petro and/or Ms. Davis.
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Do you have a future kindergarten student at home or know someone who does? |
Updates may include tips on ensuring your child is ready for kindergarten, a list of what you need for kindergarten registration, scenes from kindergarten classrooms, and much more.
ENROLLMENT FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR IS NOW OPEN. While it may seem early to begin thinking about registering your future kindergartener for school, it helps our school in planning for staff needs. More information can be found here.
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April
25 - PTO Donuts with Grownups, 8 a.m., Linwood Courtyard
May
6-10 Spirit Week
7 - Kindergarten Music performance, 3:15 MPR
8 - 5th Grade Music performance, 3:15 MPR
10 - Awards assembly, 9:35 MPR/Gym
16 - PTO meeting, 5:30 Linwood Art room
27 - Memorial Day/No School
June
4 - Field Day
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Girls on the Run - Tuesday/Thursdays through June 1
Aeronautics Club -
Monday/Wednesdays beginning May 6
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Future Educator's Club -
May 16 and 30
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Linwood Attendance Line: 509-354-3361 |
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Pictures and information from Linwood classrooms and activities can be found on our
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Linwood Elementary is a Title I School
Title I, Part A is the largest kindergarten to grade 12 federal program designed “to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement gaps.” Our Schoolwide Programs focus on addressing the needs of students impacted by poverty and those at risk of not meeting state academic achievement standards. Title I funding is used for supplemental activities and instruction for all students providing them access to an enriched curriculum and educational experience.
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Tricia Gessele, Principal
Office hours - 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Grades PreK-5 (Mondays) - 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
(Tues.-Fri) 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Warning bell rings 5 minutes before the start of the school day. The schedule includes a 30 minute lunch period.
Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate in the admission, treatment, employment, or access to its programs or activities on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, ADA Officer, Harassment, Intimiation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Rights Officer and/or 504 Compliance Officer.
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