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The yellow buses will be parked at the bus barn, the school buildings will be receiving a fresh coat of paint, the summer work crews will be cutting the grass and scraping gum off the bottom of desks and students will begin another summer of "time off" from school. While the normal school day will fade into a distant memory very quickly I want to suggest that while we all need to let our children enjoy summer fun, the next couple of months is a great time to take advantage of all kinds of learning opportunities for kids and parents. From something as detailed as a family trip, to just spending time mowing the grass together, summer time offers up a number of great opportunities for you and your children to keep right on learning and having a good time. School lunches can be replaced with a trip for an ice cream cone, music class can be replaced with some time spent at a summer concert (many are free during the summer), math and reading opportunities are all around us, and practicing being a good citizen and person never goes out of style. I would encourage each of you to make these next couple of months a summer to remember. A summer of rediscovering the "fun of learning".
Here are just a couple of ideas for summer learning fun:
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Check with our local department of parks and recreation about camps and other activities. Find out what exhibits, events, or concerts are happening in Lebanon over the summer.
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Watching TV is a given for most of our children but was about with the sound off and closed captioning on. Watching TV and reading, what a great idea.
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Reading directions for how to play a new game, and then wagering an ice cream cone on who wins.
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Letting the children help with meals by writing up a grocery list, finding things in the grocery store, and reading the recipe aloud for mom or dad during cooking time.
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Summer Writing - Give each of your children a stamped, addressed postcard so they can write to you about their summer adventures, or recycle school notebooks and paper into summer journals or scrapbooks. Another way to engage young writers is to encourage your children to spend some time researching and writing. Not only does it build research and writing skills, but helps kids develop a deeper sense of understanding on issues they are interested in.
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Be an active citizen. Kids who participate in community service activities gain not only new skills but self-confidence and self-esteem.
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Real world reading. Many online news outlets (CNN, ABC, CBS, HNN, NBC) offer online access to local and world events by providing access to hundreds of news articles.
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Active bodies. Active minds.The NFL's Play 60 initiative and First Lady Michele Obama's Let's Move initiative have lots of ideas to help kids get the 60 minutes of active play they need every day. We have a wonderful city park that is a great place to spend time.
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Make cool things. "Dad, dad, dad, can we make a samurai sword?..." Crafty ideas that bring families and kids together can be fun and educational. Make a wizard's wand, paper planes, spaceships, and quirky things like an origami art display can all be a wonderful and fun learning experience.
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Make sure kids have something to read during the summer - put books into children's hands.
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Get to know your community's public library better. Find out if your public library is part of the Collaborative Summer Library Program, a grassroots effort to provide high-quality summer reading programs for kids.
And there are a number of online activities for families and students that will put a technology theme into summer learning. Here are just a few examples of good interactive educational websites parents and kids can explore together.
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National Geographic Kids: Great nature videos, activities, games, stories, and more
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Discovery Kids: Video, games and activities to explore dinosaurs, sharks, space, pets, history and more
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Young Explorers: Museum Run, The Great Dig, Time Explorer and more online games from the British Museum
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Smithsonian Kids Collecting: how to start your own collection and see what other kids collect
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Explore Dinosaurs: FAQs and top 10 myths about dinosaurs, a virtual dig, behind the scenes tours, and more from the National Museum of Natural History
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NASA Quest: Interactive explorations that engage students in real science and engineering. Topics include robots, helicopters, lunar exploration, and designing your own human-friendly planet
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My Wonderful World: A multimedia tour of our seven continents
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Time for Kids: Fun games (The Great State Race), an online weekly magazine written for kids, and news from around the world
While summer break can and should be a fun time for families to relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect it can also be a great time to extend student learning and exploration. I would encourage families to explore their learning options and spend some quality summer time exploring the world of lifelong learning.
Have a great and safe summer!
Robert L. Taylor, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Lebanon Community School Corporation
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Central Elementary News
Field Day Full of Fun
 Our Central Stars faced the cooler temperatures and had a blast on Field Day! Led by our fearless leader, Mrs. Rabb, along with several brave volunteers, our Central Stars played field games and collaborated with their teams. Even though temperatures were in the 50's, these students still had a great attitude and were asking to be sprayed with water hoses! Our 5th grade leaders led their troops through 18 different field day activities. Each team had great spirit, were decorated in team colors and face paint, and traveled together through the day. It was the responsibility of our 5th grade leaders to lead students of all grade levels and keep the team motivated and on task, they did a fantastic job and truly showed us they are S.T.A.R.S (Student Leaders, Trustworthy, Awesome Attitudes, Respectful and Safe.)
Thank you to our PTO for sponsoring the event, Mrs. Rabb for organizing the event, our parent volunteers and staff. What a great day!
 
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Harney Elementary News
Book Challenge
  
Fourth grade students were asked to challenge themselves to read more this school year. As a reward for their efforts students reaching goals of 10 books read, 20 books read, 30 books read, and the ultimate goal of 40 were given different amounts of duct tape that they used to secure their teachers to the cafeteria wall. Students reading and reporting on 40 books also earned an after school bowling trip with their teachers. Mrs. Burpo, Mrs. Fields, and Miss Robey hope that both events will motivate more students to participate in the fifth grade reading challenge they have planned. I wonder what next year's reading rewards will be... teachers kissing pigs or sleeping on the roof of the school? Dying their hair purple or becoming a human hotdog with all the fixings? Stay tuned!
Harney's Third Grade Students Participate in STEM   Third Graders at Harney Elementary participated in two STEM projects recently. STEM teaches students the basics of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. On the first day, students learned the basics of coding and wrote lines of code that moved an Angry Bird to capture a pig. The next day they helped Disney's Frozen characters, Elsa and Anna, create snowflakes by writing code. Students were encouraged to log on to the websites at home, where there are free tutorials on how to write basic programs. For more information, visit to code.org. Students also worked on an engineering project through the City X Project. For this project, students pretended they were the support staff to a colony who had landed on a distant planet. Each group is assigned a colonist who has a problem. Students then had to create a device to help the colonist that they could print with a 3D printer they had on the planet. They first designed the device with Playdoh and then drew it using a CAD (Computer Aided Design) program. Students participating in this program learned teamwork, empathy, creativity, and design. More information about this program can be found at cityxproject.com.
Harney Running Club  The mini running club at Harney had their end of the year Mile Fun Run this week. It is the culminating activity after their month long running club for first and second graders. Students met once a week before school to run and earn charms for miles completed. Forty-eight runners joined in and ran an average of 6 miles. Students were cheered on during the race by their peers. Jacob Moore finished the run in 6:28. After the run, students enjoyed snacks and received a special t-shirt commemorating their first Harney Cardinal Run. 
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Perry-Worth News
Governor Pence Chooses Perry-Worth Elementary for Bill Signing
Perry-Worth had the honor of hosting Governor Mike Pence for his signing of Indiana's $31 billion dollar, two year budget plan into law on Tuesday, May 7, 2015. Perry-Worth student services Aaron Carter, Emily Spencer, Murphy Adams, and Andrew Phelps greeted and escorted the Governor to the gym where the event took place.
Dr. Robert Taylor introduced Governor Pence and opened his introduction with "this is setting the course for the future and not living in the past."
Governor Pence applauded Perry-Worth's staff for their dedication and hard work towards earning an "A" grade rating over the last two years, and for the third grade teachers for exceeding the 90% state benchmark for the IREAD3 test scores. Governor Pence opened his speech declaring "Lebanon is one of the finest school corporations in the United States of America."
DARE  Perry-Worth 5th graders celebrated big with their graduation from D.A.R.E.! Congratulations and thank you Officer Brad Dunn for teaching our kids how to say NO to drugs! 
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Indiana Beach Rewards LMS Student
Lebanon Middle School recognizes Indiana Beach Amusement Park as an A+ supporter. Lebanon Middle School students recently finished ISTEP+ testing. Students who were present and did their personal best for all 10 testing days were entered into a drawing for fabulous prizes. Indiana Beach donated over $2,500 worth of daily pass tickets.
The Lebanon Middle School AVID and Jazz Band
The middle school jazz band performed at Ulen Country Club for the Lebanon Kiwanis Club on May 14. Having student musicians as their guests is a perfect fit for Kiwanis, whose mission is to help kids. The jazz band students played the music from their Variety Show performance and Mrs. Springer, the band director, talked a little about the unique nature of jazz music. "There is one student on each part, and the music is very difficult. Despite that, most kids tell me that jazz band is the most fun class! Jazz is America's art form; it was created here and it's important that American musicians have a chance to learn about it and play it. "
Junior Super Bowl Academic Teams  The Lebanon Middle School Junior Super Bowl Academic Teams had a wonderful day and did a great job at the district contest held on May 2 at Zionsville West Middle School! We are very proud of our teams and their tremendous accomplishments on Saturday. They all represented our school so well. Thanks to our coaches: Science: Michele Shultz Social Studies: Eric Williams, Ed Gerka, Carter Harris Language: Lorrie Faust, Charlie Fisher Math: Mary Shirley
Tiger Tales: Lebanon Middle School's Art & Literature Review  Lebanon Middle School celebrates its 10th year publishing impressive student writing and artwork in their annual art and literature review, Tiger Tales!
This publication includes a variety of student writing such as book reviews, poetry, analytical essays, reflective essays, plays, and short stories. Additionally, each page of writing is complemented by vibrant student artwork. The Lebanon Educational Foundation made the publishing of this review possible through their generous financial support. Students received their free copies, as pictured, and the review is also available digitally through the LMS website.
The Tiger ROARS 2022 - 5th Grade Classes Visit LMS 
The Tiger ROARS 2022 provided the current 5th grade LCSC students with an opportunity to visit on May 20, 2015, and become familiar with Lebanon Middle School and the opportunities available once they are 6th graders. When they first arrived, the Pep band played while NJHS/FFA members and other registration helpers greeted them in the auxiliary gym at tables that were divided up by last names. At the table, students received color and number coded nametags and a ticket for door prizes. After all students had arrived, the LMS Administration and guidance department briefly introduced them to LMS. The opening session concluded with a performance by the LMS Pep band, led by Mrs. Springer. The 5th graders were then divided into three groups for the rotation between the Activity Fair in the Media Center, Building tours, and a Guidance/Administration discussion in the gym. The current LMS students that were representing clubs and athletics in the activity fair created table displays to promote the opportunities available within their organization. A 7th grade student introduced the 5th graders to the activity fair and the activity representatives each introduced their respective activity. At the conclusion of the session in the media center, the 7th grade student provided time for questions and answers. NJHS/FFA members stood with number signs, split their group up by the number on the students' name tag (1-10) and started at various places around the middle school to give the students a building tour. While in the gym, Administration and Guidance discussed procedures and expectations while at LMS to set the stage for success. Tables were also on display to highlight each exploratory class available to 6th grade students. Each group had the opportunity to rotate through each station. The 5th graders all regrouped in the gym for closing remarks, received goodie bags containing LMS gear, and then traveled to the cafeteria for their first lunch at LMS. The bags included Class of 2022 silicone bracelets, folders, informational sheets on LMS opportunities, a school map, a listing of athletic staff and 6th grade faculty, a paw print pencil and a kit kat (for being a tiger). Students were then treated to a performance by the Vivo Choir, led by Mr. Jacob Smith, Mrs. Willman's maternity leave substitute. After the performance, the 5th graders received instruction regarding lunch procedures, ate lunch and completed the day with the door prize drawing. Forty students received either an LMS t-shirt, sucker or water bottle donated by the LMS FFA and LMS Athletic Department. Funds provided through the LEF grant covered the cost of nearly everything used for the event. |
LHS Athletics 
Summer Sports Camps
Brought to you by Lebanon High School Athletics
Visit the Lebanon High School Athletic Website to check out the individual flyers for age group instruction levels or use the contact information below.
Kiwanis  Senior members of the Boone County Kiwanis Global Youth Leadership Academy were challenged at the beginning of the year to create a community service project that fits the needs of our community. The seniors decided to team up with WEBO to create a camp for elementary students to learn how to exercise right and eat healthy. The seniors received a grant through Youth as Resources to help fund the food and activities. The camp, which was organized solely by the seniors, took place on May 9 at Crossfit 180 and hosted approximately 10 kids!
AVID 12 Celebration Breakfast The AVID 12 Celebration Breakfast was held on Tuesday, May 19, at Lebanon High School. AVID 12 scholars; AVID parents, guardians, and guests; and members of LCSC administration and staff celebrated the upcoming graduation of the fifth LHS AVID senior class. AVID (Advancement via Independent Determination) is a globally recognized college readiness system that seeks to close the achievement gap and prepare students for college and beyond. This year's AVID 12 class will be attending the following colleges: IUPUI, Marian University, Alma College (MI), Franklin College, Ivy Tech, Ball State University, Wabash College, DePauw University, and University of Evansville. To date, the 19 members of the AVID 12 class has earned $421,389 of financial aid, which consists of scholarships and grants based on merit and need, federal and state aid, and private scholarships with some of the financial aid being one-time but much of the aid is renewable from year to year. Congratulations to the 2015 Lebanon High School AVID class!
LHS Graduates Set Scholarship Record  On May 6th, Lebanon High School hosted its annual Honor's Night recognizing students for their academic accomplishments during the 2014-15 school year. As part of the program, graduating seniors were recognized for scholarships and awards that they have earned. Students, parents, family, and friends in attendance observed two hours of recognition in honor of the amazing achievements of LHS students. The highlight of the evening was a record setting performance by the Class of 2015 with nearly $3,000,000 in scholarships and awards going to graduating seniors. Congratulations to the Class of 2015! Best wishes to the class in all there future endeavors, and remember Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger! The picture above shows a display at the school of the post-secondary plans of the graduates and a thermometer with the amount of scholarships and awards that have been provided to the guidance department for the Class of 2015.
LHS Senior Artists Senior Artists displayed their work in a "10 Women Exhibit," on May 8th and 9th. All of these students have taken 7-8 semesters of art while at LHS. They have all developed their skills and appreciation for art through their experiences in multiple art courses.
L-R , Row 1: Brenna Zimmerman, Regan Dopko, Alycia Wilson, Taylor Shipley
Row 2: Emma Frazier, Cassie Kolpin, Lindsey Spencer, McKenzie Scott
Row 3: Lian Ottinger, Kelsie Culley
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Employee of the Month
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Leanna Miller
LCSC Bus Driver
The employee of the month is Leanna Miller. Ms. Miller has been a bus driver for LCSC for 27 years. She takes pride in her responsibilities and cares a great deal for each child that she transports. Ms. Miller is always willing to help where needed and always puts the students' needs and safety first.
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Each year the teachers in the six LCSC schools choose a building level Teacher of the Year. This year we are very proud to announce the building winners. These six teachers are honored in each of their buildings as well as at the annual Teacher Celebration held in May.
Congratulations to:
Hattie B. Stokes - Gwen Schoeff
LHS - Heather Holman-Harrell
Harney - Tracey Hammel
LMS - Laura McKinley
Central - Andrea Arnold
Perry-Worth - Jenni LaMar
 From the six winners listed above a teacher is selected to represent Lebanon Community School Corporation as the corporation Teacher of the Year. This year Andrea Arnold, 5th grade teacher at Central Elementary was chosen as the Lebanon Community School Corporation Teacher of the Year. Congratulations Mrs. Arnold!
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 See the exciting things happening in
Lebanon Community School Corporation
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June Athletic Events
June 1-26: Summer School
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Lebanon Community School Corporation
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June 1-26: Elementary Summer School
July 8-29: On-line Registration
July 22, 10 am-3 pm: New Student Registration at each school
July 23, 1 pm-7 pm: New Student Registration at each school
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Check out what's happening around our community!
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Bloom with Daisy Sprouts
Want to be an adventurer, help with local community service projects, and become environmental stewards? Join our Girl Scout you and me bloom with daisy sprouts summer program today and start your journey as a forever green Girl Scout!
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2015 Summer Day Camp
Registration for Summer Day Camp is still open! Stop by to reserve your child's spot for the BEST SUMMER EVER! Visit indymca.org/camp for your 2015 Day Camp Brochure!
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Lebanon Swim Club
Our mission is to encourage team spirit, open communication, and sportsmanship by building character and self-esteem of our athletes and fostering a life long love for the sport of swimming. Currently accepting registrations for lessons and teams.
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Teen Academy 2015
The Boone County Sheriff's Office & Lebanon Fire Department is now registering for the 2015 Teen Academy open to Boone County students age 12-18. The Academy runs June 22-26. The cost is $25 per student (scholarships available for qualifying students).
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Free Sack Lunches
Families with children who receive free/reduced lunch at school may pick up sack lunches for summer. Any parent with Boone County proof of residency can pick up the lunches.
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Summer Camp 2015
The Summer 2015 Camp schedule & registration form is available above. Make sure you check out our Multi-class & Family discounts. We also offer unlimited packages!
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