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October Family conferences

Just a friendly reminder that fall Family conferences are M/Tu/Th, Oct. 14, 15 & 17.

Then, Friday 10/18 is a no-school LEAP day.

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Up & running again!

Woes-be-gone…

9/19 – Per our site host, Digital PTO, we appear to be back to all good.  Thanks everybody for your patience with this issue.  Click away!

It’s not you, it’s us…

9/18 – Just in time for enrichment enrollment and the PTSA membership drive, our website host (Digital PTO) had a server meltdown (ahem, CLOUD!) and they are (real-time) transferring their data to a new server .

This meltdown and data transfer is causing major performance issues for our PTSA site that include super slow page loads, time-outs for information, and the inability to upload or edit pages.  Further, the site will likely be offline the evening of 9/18 for planned downtime for this migration.  Ack.  We know – you just want to register for Mandarin…

Anyhoo, stick with us, as there’s nothing we can do, but be patient until we’re back up and running (soon!) and at that point we should have everything a bit more smoothed out.  We hear your feedback and also appreciate your patience as an all-volunteer PTSA team, trying to register kids for enrichment, coordinate with our enrichment vendors, update the website (and also do our day jobs).

Thanks everybody!
Gemma Aronchick & the Lakeview PTSA team



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Ski Bus 2020

Register for Ski Bus 2020

Lakeview Ski Bus

9/20: Ski Bus Registration is open!  

Please see details on how to register your student in the PDF document below.  Space is limited.

Download the registration form.

 

More Info: http://lakeviewptsa.org/ptsa-programs/ski-bus/

Questions: [email protected]

Tuition & Info:

The tuition for the Lakeview Ski Bus program includes the lessons and transportation only. Families are responsible for securing skis, helmets and necessary equipment.  Also, all skiers must also purchase a Summit Season pass at a special discount price. Instructions for purchasing the pass will be sent after your completed registration has been received. More Info: http://lakeviewptsa.org/ptsa-programs/ski-bus/

Note:  Ski Bus is not a PTSA activity but is included on the PTSA website as a convenience to Lakeview families.

Note: The Lake Washington School District does not sponsor, endorse, or recommend any of the organizations, services, or activities described in these materials. In consideration for the privilege to distribute these materials, the Lake Washington School District shall be held harmless from any causes of action filed in any court or administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these materials, including all costs, attorney’s fees, judgments, or awards.


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UPDATE: Fall 2019 AM & PM Enrichment Enrollment

The Fall 2019 schedule for enrichment is now open! 
New for this session – please register your child for these enrichment opportunities directly with the vendors (via the links below or in the PDF –  download the brochure ).

Questions?  Email: [email protected]

See more about Lakeview PTSA’s enrichment programs.

9/26: Class availability has been updated  below .  And a few notes about these enrichment opportunities:
•       All Classes are being held at Lakeview Elementary
•       For the Language Classes (French, Spanish and Mandarin), the cost is higher because these classes run full year from September 2019 thru June 2020
•       Trendy Crafts:  Fun classes for both boys and girls (come create llama drama, flippy sequin, cactus and all the latest 2019 trends in a supportive environment)

AM Enrichment Class info:

AM Class Name & Class Description
Class Days & Times
No Class On
Refund Policy for all classes
(Spanish, French and Mandarin)

Spanish

9/26 update: seats available & at-risk of cancellation

·         Phonic lessons along with positive enforcement through pronunciations practices make the learning process enjoyable and effective.

·         The class is taught by an experienced teacher using the curriculum that is carefully designed by language experts in the field. Lessons are constructed around five elements for elementary students: Total Physical Response Activities, Songs, Games, Crafts and Culture. Groups are organized by language level and age for better interaction.

·         Beginners/Intermediate welcome

·         Open to K-5 but 1st to 5th has priority

·         Classroom: Art/Sci

·         Cost: $567.00 + Paypal Svc Fee

·         Link to enroll: https://info8312.wixsite.com/about/lakeview-elementary-enroll

Mondays from 8:10-9:10 am

First Day: 9/30

Last Day: 5/11

Nov 11

Dec 23

Dec 30

Jan 20

Feb 17

Apr 6

·         Up to 3 weeks before class start: 100% refund

·         Up to 1 week before class start: 70% refund

·         Before 2nd class of a fully paid program: 50% refund

·         There is no refund for installment payments.

·         If your student switch to another program we offer in same school, a no-penalty switch may be possible. Conditions apply including class size.

·         If a program is cancelled due to school, Academy or minimum required class size a full refund will be applied and we will offer discount for attending another confirmed class we offer at the same school or other schools.

AM Class Name & Class Description
Class Days & Times
No Class On
Refund Policy for all classes
(Spanish, French and Mandarin)

French

9/26 update – seats available

·         Our approach is a communicative approach and simple question and answer is included in the theme of the week to better immerse students in target language.

·         Students are introduced to new vocabulary and their correct pronunciation every other week through interactive activities. Lessons are constructed around five elements for elementary students : Total Physical Response activities, songs, games, crafts and culture.

·         Groups are organized by language level and age for better interaction.

·         Beginners/Intermediate welcome

·         K-5 but 1st to 5th has priority

·         Classroom: Art/Sci

·         Cost: $600.00 +Paypal Svc Fee

·         Link to enroll: https://info8312.wixsite.com/about/lakeview-elementary-enroll

Wednesdays from 8:10-9:10 am

First Day: 10/2

Last Day:

5/13

Dec 25

Jan 1

Apr 8

AM Class Name & Class Description
Class Days & Times
No Class On
Refund Policy for all classes
(Spanish, French and Mandarin)

Mandarin

9/26 update: seats available & at-risk of cancellation

·         The class is taught by an experienced teacher using the curriculum that is carefully designed to lay a strong foundation for the future.

·         They will learn simple conversation and PingYin with five tones.

·         The emphasis is on speaking and comprehension skills and then writing. Simplified writing for more practice at home is assigned as optional but encouraged.

·         Groups are organized by language level and age for better interaction.

·         Beginners/Intermediate welcome.

·         K-5 but 1st to 5th has priority

·         Classroom: Art/Sci

·         Cost: $559.00 + Paypal Svc Fee

·         Link to enroll: https://info8312.wixsite.com/about/lakeview-elementary-enroll

Fridays from 8:10 am – 9:10 am

First Day: 10/4

Last Day: 5/15

Oct 18

Nov 29

Dec 27

Jan 3

Feb 14

Mar 13

Apr 10

PM Enrichment Class info:

PM Class Name & Class Description
Class Days & Times
No Classes On
Refund Policy
(per class)

Drama

9/26 update: class is full – waitlist available

·         Kids who take our classes have tons of fun and develop important confidence-building skills that will help them personally and academically. Activities include improvisations, mini-scripts, speaking skills, character analysis, theater games, creative movement, and performances.

·         Open to K-5

·         Classroom: Library

·         Cost: $212.00

·         Link to enroll: https://dramakids.com/redmond-bellevue-wa/lake-washington-school-district/

Mondays;
4-5:30pmFirst Class: 9/30Last Class: 12/16
Oct 14

Nov 11

Full refund if cancelled on or before the first day of class. Tuition is non-refundable after the first day of class. Refunds will be processed through Drama Kids International directly.
PM Class Name & Class Description
Class Days & Times
No Classes On
Refund Policy
(per class)

Chess

9/26 update – seats available

·         Chess Club is a fun and social way to learn chess. Every student, beginner through advanced, is encouraged to join, regardless of skill or knowledge of chess.

·         Open to K-5

·         Classroom: Library

·         Cost: $219.00

·         Link to enroll: http://bit.ly/
LakeviewChessClub2019

Tuesdays; 4-5pm

First Class: 10/1

Last Class: 12/17

Oct 15 Refund until the day prior to the first class, and after chess club has started, no refunds are issued.
PM Class Name & Class Description
Class Days & Times
No Classes On
Refund Policy
(per class)

Legos Engineering

9/26 update: class is full – no waitlist available

·         Tap into your imagination with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects such as: Boats, Snowmobiles, and Merry-Go-Rounds.

·         Open to K-3

·         Classroom: Art/Sci

·         Cost: $198.00

·         Link to enroll: https://play-well-registration.com/registration
/new/81592

Wednesdays; 2:30-4pm

First Class: 10/2

Last Class: 12/18

Nov 27 Our refund Policy is Full refund within 72 hours of the first day of class.
PM Class Name & Class Description
Class Days & Times
No Classes On
Refund Policy
(per class)

Piano

9/26 update: class is full – waitlist available

·         Kids will have the opportunity to learn to play their favorite songs and music on electric keyboards. The club is a combination of keyboard piano lessons and a music learning workshop, which uses a clever visual method to teach the basics of music reading and piano playing. Each participant has his/her own keyboard supplied, along with headphones and books

·         Open to K-5

·         Classroom: Library

·         Cost: $225.00

·         Link to enroll: http://www.musicalmindspiano
keyboardclub.com/
Lakeviewregistration.html

Thursdays; 4-5pm

First Class: 10/3

Last Class:

12/19

Nov 28 We offer a FULL refund up to the time of the start of the second day of class (that’s a chance to “try it out”).
PM Class Name & Class Description
Class Days & Times
No Classes On
Refund Policy
(per class)

Trendy Crafts

9/26 update: seats available & at-risk of cancellation

·         Llamas, cactus, reversible sequins, come craft all the best trends of 2019 with Trendy Crafts. We will create a complete project each week in a social, supportive setting. Enjoy crafting with friends from all grades.

·         Open to K-5

·         Classroom: Art/Sci

·         Cost: $195.00

·         Link to enroll: https://www.homeroom.com/
sites/lakeview-elementary-kirkland

Fridays; 4-5pm

First Class: 10/4

Last Class: 12/20

Nov 29 We offer refunds on a case by case basis


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Last Call for Lakeview Spiritwear!

 Lakeview Spiritwear – order TODAY!

This year, there are 2 ways to order Lakeview spiritwear:

Order online here.  Spiritwear store closes today, 9/20!

Click here to order: https://lakeviewelem2019.itemorder.com/sale

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Ice Cream Social

Ice Cream Social

Join us to celebrate back to school tonight at our Ice Cream Social.  Grab a bite and chat with enrichment vendors will be available to discuss programs, and sign up for this year’s PTSA membership for your family!

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LWSD annual school calendar 2020-21

Planning your school year?

The calendars below show district-wide events and school events (including holidays, half-days etc).

Download the district’s one-page 2019-20 school in English or Spanish: [embeddoc url=”https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1558366673/lwsdorg/eb6bf2xbjres1wlzvzxd/2019-20LWSDsheetcalendar-REVISED-5-17-19.pdf” download=”all”]

Spanish: [embeddoc url=”https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1558366705/lwsdorg/pfkloe8lqteauxzcdiob/2019-20LWSDsheetcalendarSPANISH-Revised5-17-19.pdf” download=”all”]

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Highly Capable Programs

Highly Capable Programs

Lake Washington School District provides accelerated academic programs for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. These programs are designed to meet the learning styles and needs of students with exceptional intellectual, academic, and creative abilities.
Lake Washington School District (LWSD) offers two different Quest programs for students in grades two through five. The Full-time program places students in a Quest classroom full-time, five days a week, while the enrichment Pull-out program enables students to attend a Quest pull-out classroom one day a week. LWSD also offers school-based Kindergarten – 5th Grade Highly Capable (K-5HC) services for students in those grades.
Applications for 2020-21 Highly Capable Programs will be available from October 1, 2019 through 4:00 p.m. on October 25, 2019.
For more info, see the district webpage: https://www.lwsd.org/programs-and-services/accelerated-programs
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New and International Families Welcome to the District!

Have you just moved to the United States? Are you new to the Pacific Northwest or to Lake Washington School District (LWSD)? Lake Washington PTSA (LWPTSA) Council, in partnership with Lake Washington School District, welcomes you to the community!

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-and-international-families-welcome-event-2019-tickets-64314545537

Parents please join us and learn about: navigating the LWSD school system, resources, and support available from the district, PTSA and how you can be involved, the Pacific Northwest culture and activities, relocation challenges, as well as how to support your child through transition.

This event is free.

If you need translating or interpreting services, please write to [email protected]. Please indicate your name and choice of language.

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-and-international-families-welcome-event-2019-tickets-64314545537

Where: Lake Washington Resource Center, 16250 NE 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052

Questions? Contact Danit Erlich at [email protected]

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School Picture Day!

Mark your calendars!  School picture day will be Friday, September 13th!  Parent volunteers are welcome to come help – please sign up via: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0549aea728a1fd0-picture

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Back to School 2019

Back to School Night is Thursday, August 29


All students and families are invited to join us for K-5 Back to School Night. This new tradition combines the features of Curriculum Night and Meet & Greet, with a focus on getting to know more about you and your student!

Teachers will contact all families with class assignment information on Wednesday August 28, 2019.

Looking for school supplies?

Here are Lakeview’s 2019-2020 supply lists by grade.  If you shop on Amazon don’t forget to use our Amazon Smile link to earn money for the PTSA.

Need help with school supplies? HopeLink has a program to help with school supplies. Learn more here.

Back to School Dates

  • August 22 – Kindergarten Balanced Classrooms session
  • August 28 – Classroom assignments emailed
  • August 29 – Back to School Night
  • September 3 – First Day of School for 1st-5th grades
  • September 6 – First Day of School Kindergarten
  • September 11 – Wednesday Early Release schedule begins
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Auction Thanks

The Lakeview PTSA auction was a great success — we raised $78K!

Thank you to each and every volunteer, donor, sponsor and attendee.

Lakeview is partnering with vendors and the district this week to order new equipment to be installed over the summer!

For those who missed it, there’s still a chance to make a donation for our new playground until June 30, 2019.  Don’t forget to double your contributions by submitting a match through your company.

Thank you!

Questions?  [email protected]

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2019 Yearbook Distribution


Lakeview 2018-2019 yearbooks will be distributed the last week of school (June 17-20). Pre-ordered yearbooks will be given to classroom teachers for distribution to individual students.

Extra yearbooks will be available for purchase for $20 standard soft cover and $25 hard cover (very limited suppy) on a first-come, first-served basis. The exact date and time will be announced on the PTSA’s Facebook page. Please bring checks payable to “Lakeview PTSA” or exact change.

Questions? Contact the PTSA’s volunteer editor, at [email protected]

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Incoming Kindy Playdates 2019

kindergarten countdown

Lakeview PTSA invites all incoming kindergartners to a playdate!

When: Saturday, June 15 at 2pm
Where: Lakeview playground

An additional playdate will be scheduled for late August 2019.

Follow the Lakeview PTSA Facebook page for updates
Sign up for PTSA news

Got Questions? Contact Afsheen Khan [email protected]

kids in sandbox

 

2019-2020 Kindergarten registration is open now. Registration is important to ensure that Lakeview has adequate staffing. If students are not registered, then teachers are not hired. To start kindergarten in September 2019, a child must be five years old on or before August 31, 2019. Get all the details about registration requirements from LWSD.

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Spirit Week – June 10

Spirit Week

The final spirit week of the school year will be June 10-14. Here are the themes for each day.

  • Monday June 10: Leopard gear or Lakeview colors day
  • Tuesday June 11: Mismatch day
  • Wednesday June 12:  Tropical day
  • Thursday June 13: Twin or crazy hair day
  • Friday June 14: Grade color day (K = purple, 1st = blue, 2nd = green, 3rd = yellow, 4th = orange and 5th = red)
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Golden Acorns 2019

Every year the Lakeview PTSA presents a Golden Acorn award to a volunteer or volunteers in recognition of his/her dedication and service to children and youth at Lakeview. A contribution in the name of the recipient(s) is made by the Lakeview PTSA to the Washington State PTA Scholarship Program.

Lakeview is blessed with over 480 district-approved volunteers so there are many amazing nominees! For the past 11 years the Golden Acorn has gone to a single person. That streak was broken this year as two Golden Acorns were handed out at Volunteer Tea on Thursday, May 23 to Cate Emerick and Andrea Mosa. On behalf of all Lakeview students we thank these two volunteers and all Lakeview volunteers for their time, talents and caring!

Golden Acorns for 2019

Golden Acorns for 2019

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Staff & Teacher Appreciation Thanks

Staff Appreciation 2019 Collage

Staff Appreciation 2019 Highlights

Lakeview’s Staff and Teacher Appreciation Week 2019 was a great success thanks to contributions by many! We were able to provide something special for our Lakeview staff every day May 13-17 including breakfast, snack bar, two lunches, happy hour and a raffle. It could not have happened without the support of the whole community.

>> Thank you to all of the room parents for showering our classroom teachers throughout the week.

>> Thank you to Met Market Kirkland for donating food for several events.

>> And thank you to the following parents who donated food, adopted staff or helped out in one way or another: Blue Andrews, Rachel Beto, Sherrie Blackwelder, Elizabeth Brooks, Darby Callahan, Eliza Cha, Sylvia Chen, Ruth ChenPoon, Eva Chow, Jennifer Davis, Cate Emerick, Erica Gamble, Megan Gardner, Melita Govsheev, Robin Greene, Christine Heinrich, Rachel Hollinger, Irene Hong, Randi Johnson, Erin Kaufman, Wendy Kendall, Tori Kidney, Jeanie Kleinpeter, Cindy Kruse, Feyrouz Kurji, Andrea Landvogt, Sally Lee, Fangming Li, Ravenna Li, Alessandra Lucchini, Ann Marks, Micah Marshall, Jill Nagashima, Jill Nagashima, Yashodhra Painumkal, Andrea Patzer, Bridgette Payne, Nithya Ramkumar, Christina Sauer, Karla Schwarz, Susan Shapiro, Rachelle Steijn, Kelly Stevens, Deb Subotnik, Stephanie Waddle and Ghazala Yasmin.

Sarah Rock, PTSA Staff Appreciation Chair

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2019-2020 PTSA Board

Congratulations to the following volunteers elected at the May 9 PTSA General Meeting.

2019-2020 Lakeview PTSA Executive Committee:

  • Co-Presidents: Kevin Beto and Melitta Govsheev
  • Co-Vice Presidents: Yashodhra Painumkal and Nithya Ramkumar;
  • Treasurer: Christine Heinrich
  • Secretary: Alethea Bielik

Other non-elected board positions are also available for the 2019-2020 school year.

Specifically one or two volunteers are needed to serve as enrichment chair. If this position is not filled we will not have a before/after school enrichment program for the 2019-2020 school year.

See board job descriptions on our website. All positions may be shared by two persons and are a great way to get involved in supporting the school and our kiddos.

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Staff Appreciation Week 2019

Staff Appreciation Week at Lakeview is just around the corner — May 13-17. This is a very special time at Lakeview. It’s our opportunity to thank the wonderful people who educate and care for our children. Room parents will be reaching out regarding appreciation activities for your child(ren)’s teacher.

The PTSA has planned daily activities for all staff and teachers including a breakfast, catered lunch, snack bar and more.  But we can’t do it without you! We are requesting donations throughout the week. If you can bring an item or two please signup.

Monday, May 13: Breakfast – signup to help
Tuesday, May 14: Taco Lunch Bar – signup to help
Wednesday May 15: Social Hour
Thursday, May 16: Catered Lunch by Deru
Friday, May 17: Sweets & Treats Bar – signup to help

“Adopt” a staff member
This is for our non-classroom staff who support the whole school. Write them a thank you note, leave a candy bar in their box, drop off a $5 Starbucks card, let them know how much we appreciate all they do. Sign up to adopt a staff member here

If you can help or have an idea please contact Sarah Rock and Erica Gamble at [email protected]

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Bike to School Day


Lakeview PTSA Presents: Bike to School Day on May 8.

We’ll have 2 Lakeview Bike Trains on the Cross Kirkland Corridor again this year!

Biking to Lakeview from the south:
Leader: Mr. Coulter
Starting Location: Mile 0 at 108th Ave NE (beginning of the path)
Meeting Time: 8:30 am
Distance: 1.75 miles

Biking to Lakeview from the north or east:
Leader: Katherine Koss and Mike Koss
Starting Location: Everest Park Parking Lot
Meeting Time: 8:30 am
Distance: 0.7 miles

Don’t forget Lakeview Biking Guidelines:

  • Students in K-3rd must ride to/from school with a parent/guardian.
  • Students in 4th and 5th grade must fill out the Lakeview Bike Permission Form in order to bike to school without an adult. (Pickup a form in the school lobby or at the front desk.)
  • All students must wear a helmet and have a lock for their bike.
  • See Page 10 in the Lakeview Student/Parent Handbook