The May 14, 2008 newsletter is now available for download. Highlights are listed below...
Thank You Parents and PTA
On behalf of the Lewis staff I would like to express our appreciation for the wonderful gifts and acts of kindness expressed during Staff Appreciation Week.. We are very fortunate to have such a caring and committed community and we thank you all for your thoughtfulness and kindness.
Mark Your Calendar,
Volunteer Breakfast Scheduled for June 3, 2008
The Lewis staff will honor our volunteers with a before school breakfast on Tuesday, June 3, 2008 from 8:00 - 9:00 am. We invite all parents, grandparents and community members who have volunteered during the 2007-2008 school year to please attend. Childcare will be provided.
School Supplies Suggestion
For the 2008 - 2009 school year a proposal was made at a recent PTA meeting to ask families to pay a fee for school supplies rather than sending out a school supply list. The idea is that the school would use the funds collected from families to purchase school supplies. Please look for a survey to come home next Wednesday.
Walk and Bike Challenge Continues
Our participation in the Walk & Bike Month Challenge has exceeded all our expectations. On average, 124 students and staff have been walking or biking to school each day during May. Last week, our participation goal was 500 total walkers/bikers - we beat goal that by 28% with 638 walkers/bikers. Nicely done everyone!
Don't forget, Thursday, May 17th is our monthly Walk & Bike Day! To celebrate the 1/2 way point of the May challenge we will be providing hot chocolate and small rewards for walkers/bikers on the playground before school.
Walking school buses have begun making morning stops on certain routes to school. You may pick up an information sheet in the office to learn more about walking buses, sign your child up to join an existing walking bus route, or volunteer to help "drive" a walking bus or start a new one. You can also contact Art at aburden@hevanet.com or 971-235-9016.
Lewis Butterfly Garden Work Parties Continue!
Last Thursday we began construction to build a Butterfly Garden near the SW entrance to the school. This garden was made possible through the $3,700 WISE Owl Grant and PSU. The design is by our Americorp Volunteer, Julia Hamlin
We are in need of volunteers to help on the following days:
Thursday May 15th 3-6 (load sod in a trailer & spread compost),
Sunday May 18th 9-12 (planting)
Thursday May 22nd 3-6 (finishing touches and bird bath installation)
If you have any questions please contact Julia Hamlin at Lewis or
email lewislearninggardens@gmail.com.
Change of Address and or Phone Number Changes...
Please notify the school office...
If your phone or address changes, please contact the school office with the new information. In the case of an emergency it is very important that we have the correct information.
