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A Message from our cherry Street principal
Cherry Update
Earlier this week, a student came in to the building first thing, asking to see the principal. When Madame Beth asked why, the student said, "I have something up my nose." So, like in previous years - I'm starting to have a bit of an identity crisis. Kindergarten students clearly do not understand the role of the principal. :) I remember last year, when asked what the principal does, one student replied "gets kids in trouble" and another students said "fires people." Actually, very little of my time is spent with kids in trouble or firing people (or getting things out of noses). It's not that we have perfect students or perfect teachers, but one thing that is clear is that we are a team, a community. Thank you for sharing your kids with us and for being a part of a great team at Acad�mie Lafayette.
Bon weekend!
Madame Heather
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in this issue
* Cherry Principal
* Calendar
* News
* Notes from the Nurse
* Meet New Staff
* Info Sharing
* In the Spotlight
* Sports
* Fundraising
* SchoolReach
Deadlines for the newsletter are Wednesdays at noon (for a five day week).
Advertisements and payments must be turned in Wednesdays by noon.
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calendar
Upcoming Events
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September 23
6th Grade Parent France Trip Mtg.
Oak Auditorium, 6pm
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September 24
Early Release Day*
12:45 Cherry
1:00 Oak
Casual day for $1
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September 26
Fall Mixer, Oak Playground
3:30-5
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October 3
NO SCHOOL
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October 10
Fall Mixer, Cherry Playground, 3:30-5
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October 18
Boo Bayou, Oak
6-9pm
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news
Groundbreaking at Cherry
Acad�mie Lafayette broke ground on the 6-classroom wing at the Cherry campus today. The 7,150 square foot addition will serve 115 K-3 students. The wing was designed by BNIM Architects and will be built by Diggs Construction., LLC.
More than 100 guests enjoyed the Acad�mie Lafayette singers, listened to stories from graduates of Acad�mie Lafayette, cut the ribbons surrounding the playground and celebrated when a huge backhoe broke ground in the asphalt. The Board of Directors and others put on hard hats and joined in the ceremonial "turning of the dirt". WDAF-TV (Ch 4), KHSB-TV (Ch 41), the Kansas City Star and the Midtown Post covered the event.
There will be more details about the event in a special Le Journal next week!
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news
Early Bird Raffle Winners Announced!
The winners of the Early Bird Raffle have been chosen (out of a hat, by lottery at each campus). The lucky winners are:
Cherry - Elliot Johnson
Oak - Libby Lueck
We've been overwhelmed (in a good way) with students returning their raffle envelopes. Thanks to the "Raffle Ladies" for their help in keeping up with the counting. Thanks also go to Pam and Ted Liberda, owners of The Thai Place, who donated lunch for the volunteers.
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Amelie and Elise Robinson
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October 8th is the last day to turn in ticket stubs and money. Please continue to sell, because there are still prizes to be won! Including a $500 top prize for two students (one at each campus) who sells the most tickets. (Remember, you m
ust sell at least 120 tickets to be eligible for the $500 cash prize.)
If you want to join others and sell at local businesses you must sign up on SignUpGenius:
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Meet our new staff
Sylvie Givens
5th Grade
Where are you from? 
I am from Cameroon.
What surprised you about the United States? I was surprised to see how spread out the city is.
What is your favorite food? My favorite food is roasted fish with fried plantains.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I like to listen to Gospel music and spend time with my family.
What is your favorite thing about Kansas City?
My favorite thing about living in Kansas City, is that it's very quiet and slow moving.
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Meet our new staff
Caroline de Jonckheere
1st Grade
Where are you from?  I come from the south east of France. I lived above Cannes near Italy. What surprised you about the United States? The first time I went to the USA, it was in New York and I was very surprised by the size of trucks !!!!! What's your favorite food? I love eating "feuillet� au roquefort", it's done with a puff pastry on which you put sour cream and cheese. It's delicious! My father cooks it very well! What do you like to do in your spare time? I love many things: reading, walking, laughing .... Here, I will wish to practice fencing because when I was younger, I was a Master of Fencing. I look forward to seeing some of the Kansas City sports teams, too!
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Notes from the nurse
EpiPen Information
For children having severe allergies, it can get quite expensive providing an EpiPen 2-pack to the school nurse, the after-school care, and any other program your child is involved in. The school nurse does require a 2-pack to be kept at school.
For children with asthma, try asking your asthma doctor for free samples to leave with the school or after-school programs. Or look up the website for the manufacturer (ex.ProAir or Ventolin) as they offer discount coupons.
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info sharing
6th Grade Trip Sign Up Deadline: October 1
Sixth grade families: come to the September 23rd meeting at the Oak campus (6 p.m.) for information, if you haven't yet signed up for the France trip this school year.
Families who have not completed their online sign up procedure for their students by October 1st will not be going on the trip.
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Info Sharing
Cold Weather and Uniform Policy
Please remember that uniforms are to be worn each day unless it is casual day or spirit day. Now that the cool weather is upon us, students who are wearing jackets and sweaters during the school day need to make sure they are school colors and do not have writing or emblems, unless they are Acad�mie Lafayette sweatshirts.
All girls' shorts, skorts and skirts should be no more than four inches above the knee, as per our uniform policy. We have seen some inappropriate dress and students will be sent to the uniform closet to find clothing that fits properly, or parents will be asked to bring other clothing for their child. Rules to length of skirt, shorts or skorts apply to clothing worn on casual days, as well. Also, bare mid-drift, tank or halter type dresses or shirts or saggy pants are not acceptable.
Parents, help us in ensuring that all students are appropriately dressed and fashion malfunctions do not occur. Merci!
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info sharing
Ties Needed for Cherry Art Class
The Cherry Art Teacher (Mme Talley) is asking for old neck ties. Any long ties would be great to help with a weaving lesson. Please leave them at the front desk with Mme LaWanda and let her know it's for art class. Thanks so much for your help in inspiring our students.
Robin Talley
Art/Gym K-2
Cherry Campus
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info sharing
BOO Bayou!
It's almost that time of year again. BOO Bayou is our school's annual fall party. This year it will be on Saturday, October 18th from 6-9 p.m.
We will, as always, be holding a Staff vs. Parents and Students Soccer game. It will be before the party at 4:30 p.m. We are looking for a game coordinator; please contact Mr. Djiba at edjiba@academielafayette.org to volunteer. The coordinator keeps track of who is playing, the referees and keeps the time for the game.
We will have great food from the JAZZ restaurant/bar, bounce houses, music, crafts, and a costume contest. We will also have the 6th grade Haunted Hall! (Please, 6th grade parents call us soon to get planning.) It will be great fun for all. Mark you calenders. We hope to see you there! OH!!! Did I mention that you can follow our updates on Facebook? Our BOO Bayou page link is listed here->
https://www.facebook.com/ALBooBayou?ref=hl
Looking forward to this exciting event and seeing YOU there!
Leslie Kohlemeyer
ezl101@hotmail.com
Diane Rizzo
diane.rizzo@yahoo.com
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info sharing
Jr. First Lego League Team Parent Info Meeting September 19th
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2013-14 Team
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The coaching team for the Acad�mie Lafayette Muskeneers Jr. FLL Robotics Team will be providing an information session on Friday, September 19th at 4:00 p.m. at the Oak Campus for current "Muskeneers" parents and new parents that would like to learn more about the K-3 program.
We will meet under the outside picnic table tent by the playground. If you are not able to make the meeting, please contact Courtney Wells at courtney.wells65@gmail.com to receive the information via email and answer any questions you might have.
We had 4 teams last year in grades K-2 at the Cherry St. Campus and the kids had an awesome season.
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Sports
Deadlines Approaching for Fall Track Conditioning
Contact: Coach Brenda Kumm 816-500-4482 or brendakumm@gmail.com
Registration is closing soon for K-8th graders to participate in fall track conditioning. The program is free and open to all. To register, please send an email indicating your interest to brendakumm@gmail.com. The required Sport Release Form and detailed Track Informational Packet are available on the Athletics page of the AL website.
Kindergarten- 3rd Graders - Deadline for registration is: Tuesday, September 30
This group will focus on the basics of track through fun games and activities led by Coach Djiba. There are no track meets during fall conditioning.
The 4 sessions will be held from 3:50pm- 5:10pm at the Oak Street Campus on Tuesdays starting on October 7 and ending on October 28.
Parents must transport kids from Cherry to Oak- we will help connect families for carpooling.
4th - 8th Graders - Deadline for registration is: Monday, September 8
This group will focus on specific skill development for throwing and jumping, running techniques, pacing, starts and relays. Coach Brenda leads this group. There are no track meets during fall conditioning.
The 8 sessions will be held right after school (3:30pm) until 5:10pm at the Oak Street Campus on Tuesdays starting September 9 and ending on October 28. Kids will be given time to change their clothes.
Volunteers Needed!
The Academie Lafayette Track Program only succeeds because of our volunteers. We are in need of at least 10 volunteers. We especially need help with the K-3rd group. If you are interested in helping with fall track please contact Coach Brenda. No track experience is necessary.
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Sports
Fall Volleyball Schedule
Please come out to support the Acad�mie Lafayette girls' volleyball team this fall!
Games:
Wednesday, September 24, 6 p.m. - AL v. Kauffman - location: Kauffman (6401 Paseo)
Monday, September 29, 6 p.m. - AL v. Brookside - location: Brookside (1815 E. 63rd St.)
Monday, October 6, 5 p.m. - AL v. Tolbert - location: Kauffman (6401 Paseo)
Wednesday, October 8, 6 p.m. - AL v. Kipp - location: Kauffman (6401 Paseo)
Monday, October 13, 5 p.m. - AL v. Hogan Prep - location: Brookside (1815 E. 63rd St.)
Wednesday, October 15, 6 p.m. - AL v. Frontier - location: Brookside (1815 E. 63rd. St.)
We hope you come to a few games to cheer the girls' team on.
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fundraising event
Mark Your Calendars: Evening in Paris!
Evening in Paris is scheduled for Saturday, March 7 and it's going to be a great event. Class art projects are a big part of the night and a great way to display the amazing talent of our children. If your class already has an EIP project coordinator please email me and let me know. If not, please consider volunteering to lead up this fun project that helps benefit our school in so many ways. Many Thanks! Emily Kuntz emily.kuntz@gmail.com |
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Oak Street Campus
6903 Oak Street
Kansas City, MO 64113
816-361-7735
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Cherry Street Campus
3421 Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64109
816-888-7450
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