LCE/R2 Supports Relay for Life

Please help Lake Carolina Elementary and Richland 2 support Relay for Life by submitting your receipts from Panera by:

Sending them to Mrs.Jennifer Watson at the Upper Campus
OR
Submitting electronically online at https://www.covelli.com/relay
(Choose Blythewood location in the "Relay Organization" option)

ALL COLUMBIA LOCATIONS PARTICIPATING (except USC Campus Panera in Russell House)

Thank you for your support of our school, school district and the American Cancer Society.

Wax Museum

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First graders researched a famous person and dressed up as that person for a wax museum. They did an amazing job waiting on visitors to push their button to bring them to life! Once they began talking, it was amazing to see and here all the wonderful things they learned with their research. 

Read Across America

We will be celebrating Dr. Suess' birthday and Read Across America Week, March 2 through 6, with a spirit week. Join us in sharing the love of books and reading!

Lower Campus Car Rider Reminders

If you are picking your child in the car rider line, please read these important reminders.

Lower Campus:

• Please keep the Dismissal Sign (with your student's first and last name) in the windshield until your child has gotten into your vehicle.
• If you do not have a sign, you will be asked to pull forward and show identification or park. 
• If you have a younger child in a car seat, if possible, please put the car seat on the driver's side of the car. 
• LCE staff does not buckle car seats. Please pull forward out of the car pool line to safely buckle your child.
• Please move your car as far as possible in the line. The first car should be at the end of awning and number 1. 

If you need a sign for your windshield, please ask the front office or your child's teacher for one. You can also print one here.

Surge Night is One Week Away!

Flyers sent home week of February 10th.
Link for printing Surge Flyer

Message from School Nurses

HEAD LICE FACTS – A GUIDE FOR PARENTS- Check your child’s homework each night and check their hair for head lice. Stop lice in their tracks.

A common problem
• Lice are small insects that live on human hair.
• Having head lice has nothing to do with poor personal hygiene.
• Lice do not jump, hop, or fly, nor do they typically survive off their human host more than 24 hours.
• Lice are acquired by direct head-to-head contact with an infested person’s hair
• Check your children's scalps frequently, especially after sleepovers, school breaks, camping trips, or when a child appears to have intense scalp itching.
• Once you see active crawling lice on a child's scalp, the child has been infested with lice for about a month.

Signs and symptoms
• Intense itching is the most common sign that your child may have head lice. 
• Lice are about the size of a sesame seed; color may be grayish-white to reddish-brown. 
• Nits are small, silvery-white and are attached to the hair shaft just above the scalp.
• Commonly found around the nape of the neck and behind the ears.

How do I treat this condition?
• Use of an over-the-counter product is the first step in treatment.
• Read and follow the instructions included with the product. 
• After using the product, use a metal nit comb to remove dead lice and nits. 
• Repeat the treatment with the product 7-10 days after the first application.
• If a child's case of lice isn't getting better after a couple treatments, used according to directions, the child may need a prescription head lice remedy.

Other steps to take
• Excessive cleanup in the home is not necessary
• Clothes, towel, and bedding should be washed in hot water or dried on high heat. 
• The same can be done for the child’s toys or blanket or with items used in the child’s hair.
• Do not use insecticides on furniture, rugs or pets.
• Inspect other family members for head lice. 
• Never treat your child for head lice unless you know he/she is infested.  Smothering lice with mayonnaise, petrolatum, or olive oil is not recommended.
• It is important to avoid using dangerous materials such as kerosene, gasoline, paint thinners or turpentine to get rid of lice. 

What else do I need to know?
• Children should understand the importance of not sharing combs, brushes or hats
• Children should also know that head-to-head contact with friends can transmit lice. 
• Inspect your child’s head carefully and frequently for signs of lice and nits. 
• Pay close attention to children who consistently scratch their heads.
• If your child has a case of head lice, please inform your school nurse and classroom teacher.

For more information- For reliable information, visit the web sites, American Academy of Pediatrics: www.aap.org, the National Association of School Nurses:  www.nasn.org, your family physician or the school nurse.

Lower Campus: Rebecca Kopp, RN at 803-714-1300 X 3010 or rkopp@richland2.org
Upper Campus: Victoria Scott, RN at 803-691-3360 X 37104 or vscott@richland2.org

LCE @ District Art Show

Interim Reports

Interim reports for the 3rd quarter grading period will be accessible from Parent Portal today, Friday, February 20. When you log into your account, the current grades for your child will automatically appear on the screen. If you have any questions, please call the school at 803-691-3360.

You can access Parent Portal at https://parents.richland2.org.

Lake Shake 2020 - Final Round

Round 6, the final round of Lake Shake 2020, had the finalists, Becca White and Owen Hensley, select two friends to be on their staff team as they practiced being managers at Longhorn Steakhouse on Decker Boulevard. Rylan Plemons and Winston Hines joined Owen's staff and Macie Young and Anna Chaneyworth worked on Becca White's staff. Both finalists learned how to delegate responsibilities, check on guests dining in the restaurant, and ultimately, manage the restaurant. Both finalists also completed job interviews with Longhorn Steakhouse's managers from the Decker and Harbison locations.

The winner was announced this morning during an assembly at Lake Carolina Upper Campus. 

Congratulations to the winner of Lake Shake 2020.....Becca White! 

Becca will go on to represent our school at the Ron Clark Academy Amazing Shake Nationals competition from April 17-19 in Atlanta, Georgia. 

Many thanks to the families, friends, and staff that came out to Longhorn's last night. Our appreciation goes to everyone that has volunteered, followed and supported the Lake Shake and cheered on our students this year. 

To see this year's events, go to @LakeShakeLCEU or https://www.facebook.com/LakeShakeLCEU/ Pictures from Lake Shake 2020 are posted  in the Google Photo Album.

Lake Shake - Round 5

For Round 5, the students were given a first hand account of "the day in the life of a student athlete" at Clemson University. They toured the football stadium, football operations building, had front row seats at a basketball game and toured the men's basketball facility. The final four students also studied the importance of academics at Clemson. At the end of this round, each student had to make a 3 minute video in a formal presentation for the judges about the athletics, academics, culture and environment of what makes Clemson a premier university. 

Congratulations to our 2 finalists, Becca White and Owen Hensley!

Special thanks to Clemson University (@ClemsonUniv) for providing an amazing day for Round 5.

For the final round, we are inviting you to join us at Longhorn's on Decker Blvd. from 5:30-8:00pm TONIGHT, February 18. We would love your support! 

Bring your flyer for 10% off your bill. If you need additional copies of flyer: Longhorn/Lake Shake Flyer

Follow the Lake Shake @LakeShakeLCEU or https://www.facebook.com/LakeShakeLCEU/ during the competition for pictures and live events. Pictures from Lake Shake 2020 will be posted daily in the Google Photo Album.

Mother and Son Night @ Surge

Flyers sent home week of February 10th.
Link for printing Surge Flyer

Lake Shake 2020 - Round 4

Round 4 of Lake Shake 2020 was held at Fort Jackson. Students experienced "A Day in the Life of a Soldier". The students attended a promotion ceremony and then learned about Army values, military branches, rankings and how to properly make a military bed.

Special thanks to Fort Jackson and the personnel at the base for hosting this event.

The four finalists are: Rebecca White, Samantha Wycoff, Winston Hines, and Owen Hensley.

The students will be traveling to Clemson University on Sunday for round 5! Mr. Carswell from Lower Campus spoke with them this afternoon to prepare them for their next challenge. We will announce the finalists for round 6 on Tuesday.

Congratulations to our final four winners!

Follow the Lake Shake @LakeShakeLCEU or https://www.facebook.com/LakeShakeLCEU/
during the competition for pictures and live events. Pictures from Lake Shake 2020 will be posted daily in the Google Photo Album.

For the final round, we are inviting you to join us at Longhorn's on Decker Blvd. from 5:30-8:00pm on Tuesday, February 18th. We would love your support! 

News from the Nurses

We are in the middle of flu season and our schools are not immune. The Health Room at each campus are seeing students daily with fevers and flu symptoms.

Flu symptoms include:

• Fever 100f or higher
• cough
• sore throat
• runny or stuffy nose
• body aches
• headache
• feeling really tired, generalized fatigue

Students should not attend school if they have any of the above symptoms. Also remember that if your child has a fever they must be fever free for at least 24 hours prior to returning to school. Please provide an excuse to attendance upon their return to school. To stop the spread of flu you should stay home when sick, avoid close contact with individuals who are sick, wash your hands frequently, and cover coughs and sneezes.

If you have any questions please contact:
Lower Campus: Rebecca Kopp, RN at 803-714-1300 X 3010 or rkopp@richland2.org
Upper Campus: Victoria Scott, RN at 803-691-3360 X 37104 or vscott@richland2.org

Thank you for keeping our children and school healthy!

Lake Shake 2020 - Round 3

Lake Shake 2020 - Round 3 was held at Jim Hudson Buick - GMC - Lexus dealership on Killian Road. Students were given a tour of the car dealership, met with executives and briefed on the importance of soft skills while having to “sell a car” to potential buyers. 

Follow the Lake Shake @LakeShakeLCEU or https://www.facebook.com/LakeShakeLCEU/
during the competition for pictures and live events. Pictures from Lake Shake 2020 will be posted daily in the Google Photo Album.

Many, many thanks to Jim Hudson Buick - GMC - Lexus and their staff for their time and support.

Congratulations to our TOP 11 students. These students will proceed to Round 4 tomorrow. We will make our live announcement for the top 4 on Thursday afternoon.

Anna Chaneyworth, Mari Felder, Owen Hensley, Peyton Hightower, Winston Hines, Rylan Plemons, Jamie Shadd, Blake Shova, Becca White, Rylee Winecoff, Samantha Wycoff

Pathways 2 Fitness

Step Up and Show Out

Biscuits and Books

Thank you to everyone that came to Biscuits and Books this morning. We had a huge turn out. Thank you for supporting LCE!

More Pictures from Biscuits and Books

Lake Shake 2020-Round 2

Round 2 winners traveled to Richland Two's R2i2 Institute of Innovation this morning. The students shadowed and learned about the classes that Richland 2 offers at the innovation center. Students were challenged with the task of "working the room" after learning about various job opportunities. Students had to interact with a total of ten judges for one hour and discuss what they learned.

Please check for social media updates on the Lake Shake (@LakeShakeLCEU and https://www.facebook.com/LakeShakeLCEU/) during the competition. Pictures from Lake Shake 2020 will be posted daily in the Google Photo Album.

Many thanks to the staff and students at R2i2 and the volunteer judges for Round 2.

Congratulations to the 21 Round 2 winners:

Delaney Uehling, Peyton Hightower, Abrielle Gist, Becca White, Sindhu Morthala, Bella Davis, Sasha Cronin, Mari Felder, Samantha Wycoff, Khloe Ortiz, Rylan Plemons, Macie Young, Kristian Jackson, Anna Chaneyworth, Morgan Simon, Winston Hines, Owen Hensley, Peyton Lynn, Rylee Winecoff, Jamie Shadd, Blake Shova

Lake Shake 2020-Round 1

The Lake Shake is an annual competition that puts our fifth grade students' soft skills, ability to think on their feet, and social etiquette to the test. Each round of this competition has different tasks and challenges for the students. This 5-day event at Lake Carolina Upper Campus began today and a final winner will be announced on Wednesday, February 19.

We will keep you posted throughout the competition. Please check for social media updates on the Lake Shake (@LakeShakeLCEU and https://www.facebook.com/LakeShakeLCEU/) during the competition. Pictures from Lake Shake 2020 will be posted daily in the Google Photo Album.

Good luck to the 5th grade students that are competing now!

Also, thank you to all of the community and parent volunteers as well as our 5th grade teachers and school staff for your time and support!

Congratulations to our 44 Round 1 winners from today's competition!

Round 1 Winners: 

Katesha Bowens, Anna Chaneyworth, Sasha Cronin, Bella Davis, Austin Eglseder, Jasmine Emokpae, Mari Felder, Davina Gallahar, Grace Gilbert, Abrielle Gist, Makayla Gray, Jonah Heitman, Owen Hensley, Peyton Hightower, Winston Hines, Karsyn Jackson, Kristian Jackson, Peyton Lynn, Logan Martin, Brady Massey, Hunter McGraw, Henry McInnish, Keon McKinley, Chase Mixon, Antonio Moore, Sindhu Morthala, Eliana Newcomb, Khloe Ortiz, Rylan Plemans, Kanye Reed, Jamie Shadd, Evie Shead, Blake Shova, Reagan Simmons, Morgan Simon, Delaney Uehling, James Veasey, Carla Wallace, Becca White, Londyn White, Elijah White, Rylee Winecoff, Samantha Wycoff, Macie Young

Delta Sigma Theta Scholarship

The Columbia (SC) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., has scholarships available  for students to attend programs and camps.

The application is due Saturday, March 21, 2020. Please contact Arlene Prince, Chair of Scholarship, with questions or concerns at 803-338-0187 or princeap@bellsouth.net.

Scholarship Application

Lake Shake 2020

The Lake Shake begins tomorrow, February 10. Good luck to all of our 5th grade students!

Please mark your calendars to come and support LCE and the Lake Shake at Longhorn Steakhouse on February 18. Flyers were sent home on Friday the 7th. If you need additional copies of flyer: Longhorn/Lake Shake Flyer

Thank you Pontiac Lodge

A special thank you to the Pontiac Lodge 429 for donating the George Washington Portrait to Lower Campus.

Job Shadowing at LCE

We always enjoy having so many middle school students from Richland Two schools at both campuses for job shadowing!

World Read Aloud Day at Lower Campus

February 5 is World Read Aloud Day, a day that encourages people and communities to improve literacy. Here at the Lake students had guest readers throughout the day. What a fun way to spend your day!

Guest Reader Picture Album

Book Fair is Coming

Come explore the jungle to find great books beginning Monday, February 10 through February 14! Don't forget next Wednesday is our Biscuits & Books breakfast and shopping event beginning at 7:30. 

Shopping times are listed below. We hope to see you at the Book Fair!

Lower Campus Book Fair Hours:
Monday - Thursday  7:30-3:15
Friday - 7:30-12:00

Upper Campus Book Fair Hours:
Monday - Thursday  7:30-2:30

101st day of school

Second grade went to the dogs for the 101st day of school. Students lapped up the activities planned around the 101st day and dressed as dalmatians. Learning at the lake is so much fun!

Middle School Music

Attention current 5th grade parents...

Please complete the Middle School Music Form if your child would like to take band, chorus, orchestra, or world percussion at a Richland Two Middle School during the 2020-21 school year. 

3rd Grade Guest Speaker

Ms. Gervonder Brown, a Charleston native also known as Island Gal, spoke to the 3rd grade students about the history of the Gullah culture. Third graders have been studying the history of the Carolina Colony and how the Gullah language is a mixture of African languages, Spanish, and English. 

She taught about the Gullah dialect and words and phrases like "chillun", "ent wut", and "baigum". Ms. Brown also shared Gullah information about the the Gullah/Geechie people, retold Brer Rabbit, Brer Fox and the Tar Baby with students acting out the characters, and how to do the Charleston Double and Triple clap to a song that had the lyrics "I done did what my momma told me". 

Celebrating the 100th day of school

Our preschool, kindergarten and first grade students enjoyed celebrating the 100th day of school. As you can see in the pictures, some even dressed as if they were one hundred years old. Students enjoyed a lot of literacy and math stations centered around the number one hundred to reflect on their one hundred days of school!

Check out more 100th day fun in these photos!

Upper Campus Palmetto Pride Contest

Attention Artists wanting to participate in the South Carolina Palmetto Pride art competition:

Remember to bring your sketch to Mrs. McConnell to get a final Palmetto Pride paper to draw on. Any medium will be accepted, but there is a  five (5) color maximum allowed.

Final artwork must be submitted no later than February 12, 2019 to Mrs. McConnell.

February Read with Ross Challenge at Lower Campus

Famous Person February Reading Challenge! 

In order to have a chance to "Read with Ross", you must read at least 5 biographies (books written about someone's life).

 After reading, fill in the titles on the recording sheet.  You pick up a recording sheet in the library, or use the one linked below.  Remember, students who complete at least 6 out of the 9 challenges will be invited for a special reading celebration at the end of the year.  Happy reading!

February Reading Challenge Recording Sheet

2019-2020 Monthly Reading Challenges

Father-Daughter Dance 2020

Download Dance Flyer