The February 6, 2008 Lewis Elementary School Newsletter is now available for download.
A text copy can be found by following the read more link...
Principal Notes From Mr. Lauer
School Choice Transfer Process Begins
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR 5TH GRADE STUDENTS
Saturday marked the beginning of the PPS School Choice process. Families interested in transfers at all grade levels should be aware of this process. This process is very important for our 5th grade students who may be considering a middle school other than their home middle school. Students who live in the Lewis attendance area are slated to attend Sellwood Middle School. Students who have transfered to Lewis are slated to attend their neighborhood middle school unless these choose to go through the transfer process. The deadline for transfer applications is Friday, March 7, 2008. More information can be found on the PPS Enrollment and Transfer Office page at http://www.pps.k12.or.us
Note: If you would like further information or any help with the transfer process, please contact me at 503 916 6360
State Achievement Testing for
3rd, 4th and 5th Grade Students
This week we are beginning a round of computerized testing as part of the Oregon Assessment of Knowledge and Skills. Students in grade 3 have already had a practice session and students in Ms. Davis’ classroom will be starting the math assessment, and students in Mrs. Ross’ classroom will be starting the reading assessment. 4th and 5th grade students will be taking their reading assessment next week. In addition our 4th grade student are working on their state writing assessment. Mrs. Keefer’s class is working on that assessment this week and Mrs. Bennett’s class will do so starting on Monday. As always, prompt arrival to school helps facilitate this process.
Lewis Eats Out Night at the
Bagdad Theater
Tuesday March 4, 2008
The Lewis PTA is holding a Lewis Eats Out night at the Bagdad Theater. McMenamins will donate 50% of the sales from both their restaurant/pub and theater to Lewis Elementary School.
Beading Workshop for 3rd, 4th and 5th Graders
Practicing the ancient art of beading, students will use glass seed beads to make jewelry, incorporating a variety of patterns and colors. This workshop will be offered to 4th and 5th graders, after school from 3-4. The dates include four Thursdays: 2/21, 2/28, 3/6 and 3/13. A suggested donation to cover supplies and materials is $10. Registration for these workshops will be limited to the first 15 students. Forms available in the office. Any questions please contact Julia Hamlin @ 503-916-6360 or email at
lewislearninggardens@gmail.com
Lost and Found
PLEASE CHECK THE LOST AND FOUND RACK located in the school cafeteria. Our collection of coats, sweatshirts and jackets continues to grow.
Lewis Kindergarten Round Up Meetings Scheduled
Lewis Elementary will hold two informational meetings for incoming kindergarten parents on the following dates:
THIS Friday, February 8, 2008 - 9:00 am
Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - 6:00 pm
Parents are invited to attend and learn about our school and our program offerings.
Drama Production
Last night students from Mrs Bennett and Ms. Swan’s classrooms performed for family and friends as part of our Drama Teacher in Residence program. Both classroom did a fine job and I want to acknowledge the effort of our drama teacher, Mr. Wehrli and also the work of Mrs. Bennett and Ms. Swan in helping put on such a great show. Starting next week students in Ms. Davis and Ms. Leake’s classrooms will begin their drama residency.
Vaccination Exclusion Day is Wednesday, February 20th
Any student who has not obtained required vaccinations needs to provide proof of receiving required vaccines by February 20th or they may not attend school. If you have questions about
immunization requirements, please contact our school nurse
Martha Button at 503 916-6360 on Fridays.
?You can obtain low cost or free immunizations at the
county health department. Visit the website
http://www.mchealth.org/immunizations/
Medication Reminder
In order to assist in the administration of medication during the school day, the following are required:
a doctor’s signature authorizing medication be given at school
a completed medication form describing instruction for administrating the medication
the medication must be brought to school in the original prescription container, labeled with the name of the student, name of medication and dosage.
PTA News...
Lewis Elementary Auction Update
SAVE THE DATE - March 13, 2008. The Laurelhurst Club
“WE NEED YOUR HELP!”
The auction is approaching quickly. The date is March 13th 2008 we hope that you can make it. The Auction Committee has been working hard getting things ready. If you would like to help, or would like more information, please contact Angie Toops at 503 775 3664.
Booster Seats Available
Booster Seats are available to families in the Portland Safer Routes to School Program for $5.00 at the Portland Fire Station. You can pick up a coupon in the school office. For more information please contact the school office.
Lewis PTA Meeting
Thursday, February 7, 2008
6:30 pm
Lewis Book Fair Continues Through Friday
Our book fair continues in the library. Please plan to stop by before or after school.
