PreK Harvest Fun

All of our preschool students enjoyed celebrating harvest day with friends!

ReThink Bat Project pictures

Wow! Lower Campus is so excited to share all of the ReThink bat projects. We are amazed at the creativity and hard work from the entries. Thank you to everyone that participated. The top 5 winners will be notified tomorrow and invited to attend the annual America Recycles Day on Saturday, Nov.18 from 9-11am at EdVenture Museum.

PTO Winter Spirit Wear Sale

The LCE PTO is selling youth and adult sized long-sleeved t-shirts, hoodies and sweat pants with the Gator Pride design now through November 15. 

Orders will be delivered before the Christmas break, so this is a great opportunity to order holiday gifts! 

Order online at https://lcefallsw17.itemorder.com/ or print order form and return to your child's teacher. Please make checks payable to "LCE PTO".

Upper Campus Honor Roll Recognition

Students will be recognized for achieving 1st quarter honor roll on the morning show at Upper Campus in the upper level of the media center. The morning show begins at 8:10am. 

5th Grade: Monday, November 6  

4th Grade: Tuesday, November 7
3rd Grade: Wednesday, November 8 

Richland Two Middle School Magnet Programs

Attention Fifth Grade Families and Students,

Please see the attached link to view information about Richland 2's middle school magnet programs. The attached fliers include dates of information nights for each magnet program and information about shadowing current students in each program.

Information on Middle School Magnet Programs

Lower Campus Career Day

Thank you to everyone that came out to share about their careers with our students. The students really enjoyed learning about the different careers and getting to see some of the tools you use in your jobs. Thank you for helping to make this a very meaningful and hands on event!

See more pictures here!

Special Thank You to the following:

Columbia Fire Dept.

SC Dept. of Public Safety: Bureau of Protective Services 

Richland County Sheriff: Motorcycle & Patrol Car

SC Dept. of Natural Resources

Richland School District Two Security

Heartstrings Hospice: Julie Whaley, RN

Chick-fil-A: Kiah Caple

South Carolina School Boards Association: Dr. Tiffany Richardson

Grow Financial Bank: Areial Hutchinson

International Paper: Samantha Cook

Richland School District Two School Counselor: Leroy York

YMCA: Tiffany Council

City of Columbia Water Department: Nell Orscheln  

Richland County Recreation Commission: Ms. Venable

SC Works: Mr. Wright

Studiofit: Michael Labrador

USC School of Aerospace Engineering: Christopher Sacco

US Army: Lt. Col. Smith and Maj Smith

Palmetto Health USC Orthopedics: Josh Whitney

Moncrief Army Health Clinic: Ed Myles

Providence South Carolina Heart Center: Keith Stefanski

Parent University @ Upper Campus

LCE Upper Campus invites you to our annual Parent University event that will be held on Monday, November 13th from 5:30- 7:00p.m.

During this time, teachers and staff will share information about the curriculum and assessments as well as give strategies and tips that you can use at home to support your child's education. Our topics will address ELA, Math Homework, Study Skills, and Parent Portal Resources.

We look forward to seeing you!

Veterans Day Breakfast and Parade

The annual Veterans Day Celebration at Lake Carolina Elementary is almost here! We invite veterans and military members who are currently serving to join us on Friday, November 10 to enjoy breakfast with a parade immediately following. We would love for you to wear your uniform for the events. If your student has a parent who is unable to attend, please feel free to send a representative to enjoy breakfast and the parade as we want to make sure we honor them as well.

Each campus will be hosting a breakfast and parade at the same time. If you have a student at both campuses, please RSVP to the campus you will be attending on November 10.

Breakfast will be served beginning at 7:15. You and your child will be in the parade that begins immediately following breakfast.

RSVP to the campus you will attend by Monday, November 6.

Thank you!

Lower Campus Reservation

Upper Campus Reservation

Make Up Pictures Friday

If your child missed having their picture taken on Sept. 22 or if you are a new gator, bring your smile this Friday, October 27.

All make up pictures will be taken in the morning, don't miss your chance to have your smile in this year's yearbook!

ReThink projects due Friday

 

All ReThink bat projects are due Friday, Oct. 27th. 

Requirements:

• Bat must be created from recycled materials
• Students need to write a few sentences about how they created their bat and what they learned from their research.
• Label project with student's name, teacher and grade. 

Please be sure to take your completed project to Mrs. Struthers in the Science Lab.

We can't wait to see your creativity with this project!

Reminder from PTO

Please complete and return the class directory flyer sent home last week if you want to be included on your child's class roster. We will collect the last of them this week. If you have any questions, please e-mail Suzanne Wells at suzi_wells@yahoo.com. Thank you! 🐊

Learning About Oztag (Non-Contact Rugby)

Thank you to Andy Lucas from Oztag USA for coming to Upper Campus to show our students what Oztag is and how to play it.

If you are interested, there is an information session on Saturday, November 4 at 9am at Doko Meadows in Blythewood. Also, all students were given a flyer to take home for parents to receive more information.

Contact Andy Lucas at andy@usaoztag.com

Important Food Allergy Information

Please be aware that we have some children who are allergic to peanuts or other nuts. An allergic reaction to nuts, whether the allergen is in the form of peanut butter or a nut hidden in a piece of candy or a cookie, could easily become fatal. There is NO safe amount that can be ingested for a person with this allergy. Some people are so sensitive that they develop symptoms when the allergenic food comes into contact with their skin. One way to avoid an allergic reaction is to AVOID the allergen.

Please try to avoid sending in snacks or treats that contain any nut ingredients. If you are a parent of a student that has a food allergy, you may want to consider keeping a small box of approved snacks in your child’s classroom. That way if a snack or treat contains an allergen, the teacher can give your student one of their own approved snacks. Through a cooperative effort we will be able to provide a safe learning environment for all of our students.

Your understanding and cooperation are appreciated!

Kathy Waldrep RN, LCEU
Sarah Mishoe RN, LCEL

R2 Job Fair

LCEL Principal for the Day

Jasmine enjoyed her job as the principal for the day! She did a great job and it looks like she might have a future in administration! Jasmine was the top seller from our fundraiser Read Books 2 Raise Bucks. Way to go Jasmine!

Thank you AKA

Huge thank you to AKA Sorority in Blythewood for choosing LCE Lower as a school that would benefit from care packages to support Childhood Hunger Awareness.

Wall of Heros at Lower Campus

Help us update our Wall of Heroes! The wall of Heroes is displayed in honor of our veteran and active duty military family members of LCEL.  It is located in the hallway on the way to the cafeteria.  Students and parents can request a template from their classroom teacher or pick one up in the front office.  Please complete the template and add a photo of your special hero and return to your classroom teacher.  If you posted a hero last year, we will keep those photos up but you are welcome to bring in an updated photo if you would prefer.  Thank you for helping us celebrate our military families at LCEL.

PTO Mother-Son Bowling

Thank you LCE moms and sons for participating in Mother-Son Bowling on October 6 or 13 at Royal Z Lanes.

Mother-Son Bowling Pictures

Kindergarten Writing Celebration

Our kindergators are growing as writers! They are learning to write and share their true stories with others. They are celebrating their hard work as they continue to build a strong writing community in their classrooms. 

Look at more pictures of the fun they had celebrating! 

RETHINK Contest at Lower Campus

Gear up for Bat Month 2017 with student research and upcycling

Learn how local bat species benefit the Midlands.

Here are some links to get you and your students started:

• http://www.southeasternoutdoors.com/wildlife/mammals/south-carolina-bats.html
• https://www.srs.fs.usda.gov/compass/2017/04/18/bats-adapt-to-disturbed-habitat/
• https://www.srs.fs.usda.gov/video/bats-vs-white-nose-syndrome/

Submit your bat research and upcyling project by Oct 27^th 

Students create a bat using recycled materials. Entries should include a few sentences about how they created their project and what they learned from their research.  Be sure each project is labeled with the student's name, grade and teacher. All writing should be done by students.

Bring completed projects to Mrs. Struthers in the Science Lab. 

Win Prizes: 

Approximately thirty Richland/Lexington students K-12 will be invited to participate in our annual America Recycles Day RETHINK Contest on Saturday, Nov 18 (9-11am) at EdVenture Museum. Multiple cash prizes. Top prize $100.

Pink Out Friday

 

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, LCE and Richland Two are encouraging everyone to wear pink Friday! We are looking forward to seeing everyone in their pink! 

Safety for Bikers and Scootering

LCEU families-- 

Please assist us with helping us make safety a priority. We have recently had an increase in injuries among our students who ride bikes and scooters to school. The injuries are happening on the sidewalks between upper and lower campus. We have taught students they are to ride their bikes/scooters at a slow speed and not ride side by side on the sidewalks.  Students are racing one another and putting others at risk. In addition, our crossing guard at Bud Keefe Road has had to remind students to use the crosswalk and not cross road without their direction.  

Thanks for working with us to keep safety a priority!

Message from LCE PTO

Please help us celebrate the Lake Carolina Elementary faculty and staff on their birthdays this year! LCE PTO acknowledges each staff member's birthday with a gift card, but many times parents or classes like to shower their teacher with a little extra love on their special day. Sometimes a sincere homemade card from a student will make a birthday even sweeter.

See the attached list of birthdays and mark your calendar now. Feel free to take the lead to organize something special for your child's teacher. Parents often like to contribute to a gift from the whole class. If your favorite teacher's birthday has already passed since the start of school, a belated surprise will certainly be appreciated. Thank you!

Lower Campus List

Upper Campus List

Do you know your school Social Worker?

Becky Inman is the school social worker for both upper and lower campus. She has worked at LCE for the past 5 years.  School social workers partner with the school, families, and community to facilitate a supportive environment that enhances the student’s school success. Here are some of the services that are available through our school social worker:

*Back Pack Program (Provides students with food for the weekend. A regular school back pack is sent home every Friday with the student containing 2 breakfast, 2 lunches, 2 dinners, and some snacks.  The back pack is brought back the next week and sent home again at the end of the week.)   

*Food Pantry Items                       

*Clothing (school uniforms)                             

 *School Supplies

There are times we all face hardship and may need some help.  Please do not hesitate to contact Becky Inman if your family could benefit from any of these resources. All information provided is kept confidential. 

Please click the link below if you would like more information on any of these services or email Mrs. Inman at binman@richland2.org.

Social Work Services

Boy Scouts Fall Popcorn Sale

Come visit the LCE Cub Scouts Pack 337 this week at the Lake Carolina Farmers Market!  The scouts will be selling their famous microwave popcorn and popcorn tins, including a limited edition USC Gamecock tin and a limited edition Clemson Tiger tin!  Prices start at $10. Popcorn makes great gifts for family, friends, teachers, and coworkers. Come support Pack 337 on Thursday, October 12 from 3-7.  Thank you!

Soccer Goals

 Gator Salute to Elite Soccer Training for donating new soccer goals for our students! We appreciate you giving back to LCEL! The students will enjoying playing soccer at recess with the new goals.

Mother/Son Bowling Tomorrow: 60 Spots Left

Attention Gator Moms! We still have 60 spots available tomorrow for the Mother/Son Bowling night at Royal Z Lanes! We are opening up the option to pay at the door. It will be first come, first serve and we will accept cash, check and charge. Please make checks payable to LCE PTO. Hope to see you there!

                             
Cost: $10 per person
This includes: shoe rental, up to 3 hours of bowling, 1 slice of pizza, and 1 drink.

(Other food available for purchase from Royal Z Lanes.)

Walk & Bike to School

We had another great turn out for our annual Walk & Bike to School event! LCE was one of 5,100 school in the US that participated in this event. Thank you to all the families that participated. There were smiles all around as students approached the school. Thank you for your support!

See pictures from Walk & Bike to School 2017

TOMORROW is National Walk/Bike to School Day

The annual National Bike/Walk to School day is tomorrow, October 4th. We encourage everyone to walk or bike to school. We are very proud to be part of a huge walk/bike-to-school community!

This event promotes:

• Physical activity
• Teaching safe pedestrian and bicycle safety to children
• Awareness of how walkable and bikeable a community is and where improvements can be made
• Concern for the environment
• Reducing traffic congestion, pollution and speed near schools
• Sharing time within the community with friends and family

Green Steps Awards

Congratulations to Lower Campus for being named a Certified Green Steps School! This means we are a model school for visitors to come and see how we are good stewards for the environment.

Career and Technology Education (CATE) EXPO

Flyer in Spanish Version