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SCIS Parent Message
#Be The Difference
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Sloan Creek Parents,
We have had a great week of rigorous learning this week. I hope you will ask to see your child's report card that was sent home today.
I hope each of you will watch the video above for details regarding:
- Two Weeks out:
- Benchmarks Monday and Wednesday, Nov. 6th and 8th.
- Veterans Day celebration and Thanksgiving Feast- Tuesday, Nov. 7th.
With an Attitude of Gratitude,
Ray Winkler
Principal
214.417.4660
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Madagascar Live Tickets on Sale Now!
The animals are escaping from the Central Park Zoo. Join the WSMS Musical Theatre Cast for an enjoyable evening of fun as they proudly present Madagascar Live on November 2nd, 3rd and 4th at the Lovejoy High School Auditorium. All seats are reserved. Tickets may be purchased online at the
Fine Arts Ticket Box
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If you like to Move It, Move It - we hope to see you at the show.
Mini Madagascar Live! VIP Party: November 2
Are you a VIP? Join us for a Mini Madagascar Live! VIP Party on Thursday, November 2nd, at 6:15 PM. November 2nd is opening night of the Willow Springs Middle School musical, Madagascar Live!. The animals are escaping from the Central Park Zoo, and you are invited to experience it firsthand. If you like to Move It, Move It, we hope to see you at this exclusive engagement to meet the zoo animals, and experience a Crack a Lackin good time.
This experience includes a special pre-show backstage tour with a Madagascar Live! character, signed show poster, t-shirt, 1 adult ticket and 1 child/student ticket, a goody bag and special reserved seating. Tickets are $50 and are available at
this link. Tickets to this special event are limited to the first 50 students. Tickets are available
only online
Recycling Week and Project Warm US collection-November 6-10
Let's celebrate Recycling Week by donating our gently used adult clothing to the homeless. Project Warm US takes warm items to the homeless and shelters in our area. They are in need of
adult-sized coats, shoes, and blankets.
If you can help us reuse your warm items and help a worthy cause, please place your items in the collection bin near the front office.
Lovejoy is kicking off it's 4th annual Lovejoy Letter Campaign for teachers/staff
Dear SCIS Families,
We need your help for an upcoming opportunity to let our teachers and staff know how much our Lovejoy ISD community values them and what an impact each one has on our children! The district provides an extra check for teachers the day before Thanksgiving break. In addition to those checks, again this year we would love to include a hand written letter from Lovejoy ISD families expressing gratitude and appreciation to each teacher and staff on your campus.
Letters should simply be a #shortandsweet note of thanks that expresses how much #weloveourteachers.
We would be so grateful if you could write a letter or letter(s) to any teacher or teacher(s)/staff, either current or past, that have been valuable to your child(ren)'s educational experience. Please clearly label the envelope with the staff/teacher's name and LLC (Lovejoy Letter Campaign) and return the letter to the front office by Friday November 10th.
The letter campaign has become such a meaningful tradition. We really appreciate the time and effort your contributions will make again to this year's letter campaign.
Sincerely,
Anne Smith
Lovejoy Letter Campaign Coordinator 2017
#shortandsweet #weloveourteachers
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Donate Halloween Candy to our Troops and First Responders
We are excited to partner with Texas Pediatric Dentistry in McKinney and Operation Gratitude to donate Halloween candy to our troops and first responders. We will be collecting the leftover Halloween candy on November 1, 2 and 3.
I will be taking the candy to Texas Pediatric Dentistry, Saturday, November, 4 and they will get it to Operation Gratitude.
Thank you!
Tamara Pierce
School Nurse
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| October 23-27 |
Red Ribbon Week |
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| October 27 |
Pep Rally and Student Celebrations |
2:00 p.m. |
| October 30 |
Yearbook Club
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2:50 pm-3:45 pm
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| October 30 |
Chess Club
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3:00 pm-4:00 pm
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| October 30 |
Sloan Creek Chorale Rehearsal
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3:00 pm-4:00 pm
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| November 01 |
Early Release |
11:45 am |
| November 03 |
Principal's Coffee |
9:00 am-10:30 am
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| November 06 |
Yearbook Club
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2:50 pm-3:45 pm
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| November 06 |
Chess Club
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3:00 pm-4:00 pm
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| November 06 |
Sloan Creek Chorale Rehearsal
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3:00 pm-4:00 pm
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| November 07 |
Thanksgiving Luncheon |
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| November 08 |
Fine Arts Fundraiser Delivery |
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| November 13 |
Yearbook Club |
2:50 pm-3:45 pm
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| November 13 |
Chess Club |
3:00 pm-4:00 pm |
| November 13 |
Sloan Creek Chorale Rehearsal |
3:00 pm-4:00 pm |
| Novebmer 15 |
Student Lighthouse Meeting |
2:50 pm-4:30 pm |
| November 20-24 |
Thanksgiving Break |
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| November 27 |
Sloan Creek Chorale Rehearsal |
3:00 pm - 4:oo pm |
| November 27 |
Sloan Creek Chorale Rehearsal
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3:00 pm-4:00 pm
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| November 27 |
Chess Club
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3:00 pm-4:00 pm
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| November 28 |
6th Grade Choir Rehearsal |
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm |
| December 01 |
Progress Reporting Period Ends |
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| December 01 |
Principal's Coffee |
9:00 am-10:30 am
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| December 01 |
6th Grade Band performs at Lovejoy Fine Arts Festival |
Evening |
| December 02 |
6th Grade Choir and Orchestra performs at Lovejoy Fine Arts Festival |
Various |
| December 04 |
Sloan Creek Chorale Rehearsal
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3:00 pm-4:00 pm
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| December 04 |
Yearbook Club |
2:50 pm - 3:45 pm |
| December 04 |
Chess Club
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3:00 pm-4:00 pm
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| December 11 |
Sloan Creek Chorale Rehearsal
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3:00 pm-4:00 pm
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| December 11 |
Chess Club
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3:00 pm-4:00 pm
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| December 11 |
Yearbook Club |
2:50 pm - 3:45 pm
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| December 20 |
End of Second 9 Weeks (G2)
Early Release |
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| December 21-Jan 05 |
Holiday Break |
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| January 08 |
Start of School (G3) |
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Message from Sloan Creek PTA
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Dear Sloan Creek PTA Members,
First I'd like to offer you my heartfelt thanks for taking a huge step to support our Sloan Creek students! By joining the PTA, you are already helping to provide fantastic events, programs, and advocacy that benefits all SCIS students. One of the ways that we say thank you for joining is by producing a
SCIS Student Directory
, and it's here! Watch for your copy to come home with your student this week.
If you haven't already, please consider making a one-time contribution to the 2017-2018 SCIS Donation Drive online. We've made it easier than ever- just click
HERE to donate! Every dollar raised stays at Sloan Creek to benefit our students.
The 2017 Reflections- "Within Reach" contest is in high gear. Ask your student what he/she is planning to submit. Click
HERE for details about entry categories, deadline, an entry form and other details.
We sincerely appreciate your generosity and support,
Stephanie McGowan
Sloan Creek PTA
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Outdoor Concert Series with Orchestra and Choir:
October 25 and 28
The Lovejoy Fine Arts Department is excited to premier the Outdoor Concert Series in the Lovejoy High School Courtyard. You are invited to bring a lawn chair and blanket to share in this extraordinary music program delivered in an incredible outdoor experience. Each concert offers a special atmosphere and delicious treats.
Coffee House: October 28
5:00 PM, Lovejoy High School Courtyard
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and join us for the annual Coffee House outdoor concert, led by LHS students. Hear the beautiful voices of student solos and ensemble groups, and enjoy coffee, hot cocoa, drinks and pastries (available for purchase). Invite your neighbors and friends. We hope to see you there.
LHS Band UIL Area Marching Contest: October 28
The LHS Band will compete at the UIL Area Marching Contest on Saturday, October 28th. The band will perform at 11:00 AM at the Little Elm Sports Complex. The results will be announced at 4:45 PM, and finals will follow for those bands advancing to State. The LHS Band has been preparing the UIL Show, "Metalmorphosis 2017" since August. This year, the 5A bands will have their rotation to compete for state. We hope to see our Lovejoy Fans in Wylie supporting our Marching Leopards.
Gold Award: First Aid Donations for ACO
A message from Neha Kapur:
"My name is Neha Kapur. I am a senior at Lovejoy High School and an ambassador in Girl Scouts. I am working on my Gold Award, which is the highest honor in Girl scouts.
For my service project, No Fear First Aid Is Here, I am creating awareness among kids regarding the importance of first aid in their lives. Knowing what to do when you or someone else is hurt can be very valuable information. I am going to have workshops for children to teach them about first aid, and also to let them practice skills. I feel every child should have at least a basic knowledge of First-Aid.
Additionally, I am holding donation drives at all Lovejoy schools to create first aid kits to donate to Allen Community Outreach (ACO). Items requested for donation are band aids, antiseptic wipes, crepe bandages, cotton balls, gloves, gauze, and any other supplies you would typically find in a first aid kit. All donations are appreciated and will be accepted through Friday, October 27th.
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Girls Lacrosse Try-It Clinic: November 11
Lovejoy Lacrosse will host a free try-it clinic and introduction to lacrosse for all Lovejoy girls in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade. The clinic will be held on Saturday, November 11th from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the Willow Springs Middle School Football Field. No lacrosse experience is necessary and there is no need to register. This will be a fun, no pressure environment where Lovejoy girls can try lacrosse and parents can learn about the Lovejoy Lady Leopards Lacrosse program. Please
click here
for additional information.
Last year's inaugural season was a great success. Now, we're looking for more girls to join the fun. Come out and see why lacrosse is the fastest growing sport in the United States and in North Texas.
Questions?
Click here to email Lovejoy Leopard Lacrosse.
Running Over Depression 5K and 1K Fun Run: November 11
Bradley Davis, James Ayers, and Jonah Barton are organizing the second annual Running Over Depression 5K and 1K event for their Senior Projects. Last year, this event had over 360 participants, and raised over $8,000 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). This year, the organizers are looking forward to increasing the number of participants and involvement from the Lovejoy Community. The event will be held on Saturday, November 11th. The entry fees are $20 for the 1K and $30 for the 5K, with all proceeds donated to the AFSP. You may register by
clicking here. Register early, as prices increase after November 3rd.
Lovejoy High School Honors Veterans
On November 13th at 6:00 PM, Lovejoy High School will host its annual Veterans Day Banquet. The event, catered by Rudy's Barbecue, is open to all veterans and their families. Please share this information with friends and family members, and
click here to RSVP.
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Discount
Thomas Mears, Group Sales Education Specialist for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, has arranged for Lovejoy families and staff members to receive a 20% discount for all DSO Concerts, with the exception of Beethoven's 9th in May. When purchasing tickets online at
www.mydso.com, type LOVEJOYISD20 at checkout to receive your 20% discount (you will be charged a $7 fee). If you call the box office at 214.849.4376, you will receive the 20% discount, and will not be charged the $7 fee.
Safe!: November 8
Issues Affecting Today's Teens and How You Can Help
We all want to keep our teens safe. Join Vanita Halliburton and Dr. Ray Levy on Wednesday, November 8th at 11:30 AM in the Lovejoy ISD Administration Building Board Room to learn how to:
- Recognize signs of distress in teens
- Promote brain health
- Foster resiliency and positive coping skills
- Know the warning signs of suicidal behavior
- Find help for a struggling teen
- Implement protective measures to keep teens SAFE!
Vanita Halliburton is president of the Grant Halliburton Foundation, a non-profit organization that works to raise awareness and understanding of adolescent mental health and suicide prevention. She speaks from the heart about her son's battle with depression and bipolar disorder and his suicide at the age of 19.
Ray Levy, Ph.D., LSSP is in private practice in Dallas, TX and works extensively with high risk children, children with ADHD and strong-willed behaviors. He has appeared on numerous radio and television shows discussing various psychological issues. Dr. Levy travels throughout the country giving workshops and talks on therapy, and child and adolescent issues.
ASA Winter Basketball Registration Now Open
Registration for ASA Winter Basketball is now open for grades K - 12.
Click here for additional information.
The Lovejoy Running Club
The Lovejoy Running Club will be meeting every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 6:00 PM near the Duck Pond at Celebration Park. All ages and ability levels are welcome to attend from novice walkers looking to shed a few pounds, to elite runners gearing up for the next race. If you have questions regarding the running program you may contact:mailto:
[email protected] P.S. Dogs are welcome.
Lovejoy ISD is adding text messaging capability to SchoolMessenger
The system we use for phone calls and email communications for information such as school closings due to inclement weather. SchoolMessenger will be configured to send text messages to your wireless phone number(s), with your approval. Please confirm we have your accurate wireless phone number in the PowerSchool Parent Portal and then opt-in to participate by following the directions below.
In order to receive messages from Lovejoy ISD or your student's school via SMS text we must have your wireless number(s) in SchoolMessenger and receive an "Opt-In Confirmation" from your wireless device.
You can easily opt-in by simply sending "Y" (or "Yes"), via text message, to our SchoolMessenger Short Code number 67587.
The wireless number(s) you enter into the PowerSchool Parent Portal are updated nightly. If you update your wireless number, or add a new number, in the PowerSchool Parent Portal, the new number will automatically be sent an Opt-In message.
To access the PowerSchool Parent Portal, please
click here. If you have any questions, or if we may be of any assistance, please contact Stacey Dillon at 469.742.8003.
Kids 1st After School Program
Kids 1st is an after school program developed by Lovejoy ISD in order to provide quality, safe care for children at each of the elementary schools and also Sloan Creek. For information, please visit the Lovejoy ISD Kids 1st web page at:
Click Here
Lovejoy ISD Pre-Kindergarten
Registration for the Lovejoy ISD Pre-Kindergarten program is now open. If you have a child who will be 4 years of age by September 1, 2017, you may now register him or her in this tuition-based program.
Click here to access the registration packet.
We are looking forward to offering this new program featuring credentialed teachers who will provide a developmentally appropriate experience which will prepare our four year olds for Kindergarten. We fully recognize a Pre-K program must be highly engaging and allow our children to explore their creativity. Enrichment opportunities in Art, Music, Library, and Fitness, as well as Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) will be provided each week. We are enthusiastic about this opportunity to provide a Lovejoy education for your youngest Leopards at Puster. The Pre-K students will experience a rich learning environment which will provide them with a firm foundation for their K-12 Lovejoy experience.
You may
click here to review frequently asked questions. For additional information, please contact Stacey Dillon at 469.742.8003 or by
email.
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Foundation for Lovejoy Schools
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Kendra Scott Gives Back
Kendra Scott is hosting a "give back" event with 20% of the sales going to the Foundation for Lovejoy Schools. Kendra Scott will provide snacks and beverages. We hope you will join us for this special event.
Thursday, November 9
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Kendra Scott in Watters Creek
888 Watters Creek Boulevard
Give to the Foundation via AmazonSmile
If you plan on purchasing items from Amazon.com, please consider visiting Amazon Smile. Amazon established AmazonSmile to give back 0.5% of the price of eligible AmazonSmile purchases to charitable organizations. When you are ready to shop, log in to your Amazon account by visiting the
AmazonSmile website for the Foundation for Lovejoy Schools. Once you have logged in, you will have access to the same products, same prices and same service you find at amazon.com. Thank you for your support of the Foundation for Lovejoy Schools.
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| REMIND 101: TEXT (TEACHER CODE) TO 81010 |
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Cooper
@coopers5t
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Drummond
@drummond5
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McClintick
@emccli
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Thornton
@fa62678
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Turner
@8bd763
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Bradshaw
@fg892e
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Nash
@hf7dkc4
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Rohlmeier
@rohlm
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McTee
@4d938g4a
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Reagan
@kc66kbk
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Reagan - GT
@42886017
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5th Math
@scis5t
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Person
@df24f8
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Casey
@22gg6d
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Pomponio
@jpompo
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Wojcik
@mrsgunderw
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Anderson
@ha99cg8
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Anderson -GT
@ecd1d
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Underwood
@mrsunderw
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Love
@gtela6
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Chadwick
@mrschad
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6th Math
@28e22k
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Kuneman
@mrkuneman
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FERPA and General Waivers
This must be done again every year via powerschool,
It is, once again, time to complete the FERPA (Family Education Rights and Privacy Act) and General Waiver forms electronically. Also, please take the time to verify that all other required forms have been completed. You can find these forms on line by:
1. Go to the LISD Website .
2. Click on Parents,
3. Power School Parent Portal
4. Input your user name and password
5. You should now be in PowerSchool. Click on the blue "Click here to access the Enrollment Packet Forms or to update student information."
6. There are multiple forms you can click to update, but the required forms are the two on the bottom - "FERPA" and "General Waiver"
If you have any questions, please give Lori Esser a call at 469-742-8400.
Student Absences
For your convenience when your student is absent, you may send an e-mail to our PEIMS clerk,
Lori Esser, that will serve as a parent note.You are also welcome to call us, but we will require something in writing as well to satisfy the requirement. If your child does receive a note from a doctor's visit, please do send that in as well.
WOULD YOU LIKE DAILY TEXT UPDATES FROM SCIS?
Here are the 4 easy steps:
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Send a text message to the number:40404 |
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Type this message:Follow @sloancreekis |
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Send the message above to the 40404 number |
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You will receive a daily update/reminder about SCIS |
EMAIL COMMUNICATION
Be sure to take a moment to sign up, on the Lovejoy ISD website, to receive Mr. Moore's as well as my weekly e-mails.
Click here to sign up
Google Classroom Email Summaries for Parents/ Guardians
Lovejoy has been sending invitations for Google Classroom email summaries for parents/guardians over the last week; however, Google is having some technical issues with the invitations to all parent/guardian email addresses. We continue to work with Google to resolve this problem. Please continue to watch for your invitation for Google Classroom email summaries.
As a parent/ guardian, you may receive email summaries showing your student's progress in Google Classroom. You may choose daily or weekly emails, and unsubscribe or remove yourself from Google Classroom anytime. Guardian summaries include missing work, upcoming work, and class activity. As a parent/ guardian, you must receive and accept an email invitation before you receive email summaries. Following is a sample of the email invitation you may receive:
For additional information regarding Google Classroom email summaries for guardians, please
click here
. If you have questions, please contact the Library Media Specialist for your campus:
Lovejoy High School
Willow Springs Middle School
Sloan Creek Intermediate School
Volunteering at SCIS
Volunteer Applications Available
The Online Volunteer Application for the 2017-2018 school year is now available. Please
click here access the application. Upon completion of the form, please be sure to click "Submit Application" located at the bottom of the page. You will receive a confirmation email that your application has been received. The online application is a secure link.
For the safety of our students, a criminal history record is obtained annually for every person interested in volunteering at an LISD campus.
Your interest in serving as a volunteer is appreciated. Please email
Gina Ellis if you have any questions.
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