LWSD Boundary Change Process

Are you curious about the reboundary process that will be decided upon by the end of January 2015? Due to the overcrowding in the LWSD and the fact that the school bond was not approved last year, there will be changes made to the school boundaries in the LWSD and Lakeview could be impacted. To find out the lastest information and to sign up to receive emails regarding this process, please go to the following link on the PTSA website here:

http://lakeviewptsa.org/2014/11/07/lwsd-boundary-changes/
 

Vision & Hearing Screen Thursday 12/4

We need your help. It is time for our Schools Vision and Hearing Screening.  We need 15-20 volunteers, to help our school nurse screen our students.  If you can help on 12/3 for setup, or 12/4 for the screening please see link below.

To sign up, go to:
www.SignUpGenius.com/go/10C0C49A4A829A3FC1-lakeview2/203173

If you have any questions please contact KareeOliver, at lakptsaservices@gmail.com

 or 425-457-1727. 

Drop-In Counseling Group

A message from Counselor Marcee Ben-Menachem

Dear Parents,

As the Counselor, 90% of the issues I address are typical age appropriate problems that need support from an experienced adult. It is an honor to have the privilege of helping your children navigate the complex social and emotional world we live in. My job is to help nurture your child in developing their interdisciplinary skills at school so that your children can be future ready and prepared to learn. I've worked hard to create a Counseling program that allows students to visit me freely without stigma that something is "wrong" with them. It is equally important to me that we are always looking for new ways to be proactive with social and emotional development in elementary school. One way that I do this is by providing classroom guidance lessons. During these lessons your children will learn about:

• Self-awareness and awareness of others (empathy),

• Self-management

• How to be a good friend, classmate, and acquaintance

• How to be part of a group,

• Solving small problems on their own,

• Recognizing the difference between bullying and conflict,

• Learning how to stand up to a bully when it's safe,

• Knowing when to report bullying incidents or when to ask for help with a conflict

Another way I provide social and emotional support for our students is by offering small group instruction related to one or more of the topics above. Some children learn these skills better in a smaller group setting. These groups are fun for students and are an excellent way to support our children in doing their best in school.

In order to provide access to the group experience for all students, I will be piloting an informal drop-in group program for 2nd and 3rd graders. It will take place during their lunch recess on Thursdays, starting December 4th. Each week, I will have a fun activity or game planned that enables them to further develop one or more of the skills above. The groups give them a chance to develop new friendships in a smaller, more structured setting than recess. As the year progresses I plan to make this group available to all students!

Participation is voluntary. If a student wants to take part, they may ask their teacher to sign them up that week. Students can also be referred to the group by their teacher or parent. Because this is an informal program, parent permission is not required.

Sincerely,

Marcee Ben-Menachem, M.Ed., NBCT, School Counselor

Tuesdays, Wednesday (AM), and Thursdays

Mben-menachem@lwsd.org 425-936-2600, ext 56030

Winter After School Enrichment Information  

Very Important Chaperone (VIC) Deadline: Monday, Nov 24 - Sign up to chaperone every week for a class for the entire session and receive FREE enrollment for that class for one child. Requirements are: LWSD volunteer approval, PTSA membership, attendance at chaperone meeting. Chaperones must arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the enrichment class and must be available to stay an additional 15 minutes after class dismissal. This position can be shared by two parents; each will receive 50% discount. To learn more, please contact lakptsaenrichment@gmail.com.
PTSA After School Enrichment - Proposed Winter Class Schedule:
Winter Session runs from January 12, 2015 - April 3, 2015 (note: science classes are 6 weeks long)

Mon - Design w Tech 3D Printer Lab, Gr 3-5, 9 wks, $220
Tues - Coding w Kids, Gr 2-3, 11 wks, $230
Tues - Science: Geology Rocks, Gr 3-5, 6 wks, $130
Wed - Smart w Art, Gr K-5, 12 wks, $280
Thurs - Design w Tech Game Design, Gr 3-5, 10 wks, $240
Thurs - Chess, Gr K-5, 10 wks, $165
Fri - Coding w Kids, Gr 4-5, 9 wks, $190
Fri - Science: Design Time, Gr K-2, 6 wks, $130  

TBD- Play-Well TEK Lego WeDo Robotics, Gr 2-5, 10 wks, $250

Winter Session Registration - Detailed information will be sent home via paper copy on or before Friday, December 5, 2014 and will then also be available online at http://lakeviewptsa.org and on Sign Up Genius. Questions/comments/concerns should be directed to lakptsaenrichment@gmail.com.

Scholarships are available for all enrichment classes/events. PTSA members receive $5 discount on all enrichment offerings.