Lisbon Elementary

Mrs. Debra Anoff, Principal

Mr. Bradley Scobie, Assistant Principal

15901 Frederick Road
Woodbine, MD 21797

(410) 313-5506
(410) 313-5508 - Fax

les.hcpss.org

Recently, we have noticed an increase in the number of students bringing personal technology devices to school. These include cell phones, Apple watches, Gizmo watches, and other personal devices that include text messaging capabilities. These items have been disruptive to classroom instruction, therefore, we wanted to uplift the HCPSS Policy regarding personal technology devices in elementary schools:

HCPSS Policy 8080 - Responsible Use of Technology, Digital Tools, and Social Media states that elementary school students “will keep personal technology devices in backpacks during the school day, unless otherwise authorized by school administrators or instructional staff.”

If your child has a personal device, please review this policy with them. As stated in Policy 8080, students who bring these devices to school will be instructed to place them in their backpacks for the duration of the school day.

Thank you for your partnership,

Mrs. Anoff, Principal

Mr. Scobie, Assistant Principal

For a complete list of dates and events visit les.hcpss.org/calendar

February

• 19 - Presidents Day - Schools and Offices closed

• 23 - Spiritwear Orders Due
  
• 29 - PTA Give Back Event at IHop, 4:00-10:00 p.m.
  

March

• 1 - STEM Night, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
• 4-8 - Kindergarten Registration Week
• 7 - Reading Night, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
  
• 13 - Professional Work and Wellness Day - Schools close 3 hours early (12:55 p.m.)
• 13 - School-wide Spirit Day - Lion Day!

March 25 - April 1 - Spring Break - Schools closed

April

• 2 - School reopens
• 10 - Professional Work Day - Schools closed for students
• 20 - Memory Book Orders Due
  

There will be no printed 2023-2024 calendars. Staff, students, and families may add our online calendar to their own mobile/online calendar by

1. Going to https://www.hcpss.org/calendar/
2. Scrolling down to Subscribing to a Calendar
3. Right-clicking on the calendar you wish to subscribe to
4. Selecting Copy Link Location/Address/Shortcut
5. Adding to your calendar of choice (See your calendar for specifics on adding a new calendar)

You also may view and/or download printable PDFs of the full calendar and/or important dates only. Updates to the PDFs will be noted on the HCPSS calendar page.

PLEASE NOTE! The calendar is subject to change. The online calendar reflects the most recent version.

Calendars in Spanish, Chinese, and Korean

Calendario en español

西班牙语日历

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Kindergarten registration for the 2024-2025 school year begins March 4, 2024. Children must be 5 years old by September 1, 2024, in order to enroll in kindergarten. Please see more specific information below. Every child who is 5 years old by September 1 must be enrolled in a kindergarten program this fall or have an approved waiver. This link provides information on how to get your child ready for Kindergarten. If you would like to enroll your child for the 2024-2025 school year and begin the online registration process use this link. Please call the front office if you have any questions. We are happy to help.

Students in 5th grade will take the Maryland Integrated Science Assessment (MISA) assessment on March 11th, March 12th, March 15th and March 18th. Students who are absent on the testing dates will participate in a makeup session during the testing window. MISA measures student achievement on the Maryland Content Standards in Science in Grade 5 (testing content from Grades 3, 4 and 5). To learn more about MISA, please visit the HCPSS Testing page.

Get ready to power up your reading during a week of reading fun!! Lisbon's Reading Week will be March 4th-8th. Students will engage in reading activities during the school day. Then our Lisbon Lion "mane" reading event will take place on Thursday, March 7th at 6:30 p.m. An exciting family reading night! In the words of Mario, "Let's a-go!"

STEM Night is almost here! Join us Friday, March 1st at 6:30 p.m. for an evening of STEM fun! We're also looking for a few volunteers to help the night of, or prepare some activities prior to the event. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040E4EA9AF2FAAF85-47971539-lesstem

Please click the link below to order your Lisbon Elementary Spiritwear! Sales ends February 23rd!

Lisbon Spiritwear

Throughout each year we celebrate the incredible diversity of all of our students at Lisbon. In February, we focus on Black History Month and highlight the important contributions of Black and African Americans who have helped shape our country and contributed to our society.

Black History Month was created to focus attention on the contributions of African Americans to the United States. It honors all Black people from all periods of U.S. history, from the enslaved people first brought over from Africa in the early 17th century to African Americans living in the United States today. Throughout the month of February, Lisbon Elementary School will recognize Black History Month and highlight the many accomplishments of African Americans.

We also want to share read-aloud books for kids from Netflix Jr. Many of these books can be found in our library and the Howard County Public Library. We want our students to see themselves and their friends in the literature that is used for instruction and for reading pleasure.

Grab a book, grab a friend, and join Netflix Jr. in celebrating Black voices during Black History Month. Full Episodes of Bookmarks included are:

• "I Love My Hair" read by Tiffany Haddish
• "I Am Enough" read by Grace Byers
• "Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut" read by Caleb McLaughlin
• "Sulwe" read by Lupita Nyong'o
• "ABCs For Girls Like Me" read by Marsai Martin
• "I Am Perfectly Designed" read by Karamo Brown
• "Pretty Brown Face" and "Brown Boy Joy" read by Jill Scott
• "Firebird" read by Misty Copeland
• "Let's Talk About Race" read by Common
• "The Day You Begin" read by Jacqueline Woodson
• "Antiracist Baby" read by Kendrick Sampson
• "We March" read by Marley Dias

It is sometimes difficult to decide whether your child is too sick to go to school. As a general rule, a child should stay home if they have:

• A fever higher than 100 degrees Fahrenheit
• Vomited (not caused by motion sickness or a gag reflex unassociated with illness)
• Diarrhea
• A very frequent cough
• Persistent pain (tooth, ear, stomach, etc.)
• A widespread rash

Most of these problems need to be discussed with your child’s healthcare provider to determine if an office visit is needed. Please keep your child at home when ill or having a fever (100F or above). Students should stay home until fever free WITHOUT fever reducing medication for 24 hours.

To help prevent the flu and other colds, please encourage your children to use good hygiene habits:

• Wash hands frequently
• Do not touch eyes, nose or mouth
• Cover mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing, use a paper tissue, throw it away and then wash hands
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick

You can locate all of our events on the Lisbon PTA Website . Please take a moment to join the Lisbon PTA, look at our calendar of events, and find ways you can volunteer.

February 29th – IHOP Give Back Event for Lisbon PBIS

March 1st – STEM Night 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

We're so happy to finally announce the opening of registration for our Drama Learning Center Production of Disney's 101 Dalmatians. The registration window is short--CLASSES BEGIN TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27th. Most of the classes are on Tuesdays (like usual) but there are 2 Mondays and then Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings show week.

All the information is on the PTA's activities page along with a link to register (select ‘2024 Spring Classes’ and scroll all the way to the bottom).

Please reach out to Diane Byrne at dtb@alumni.psu.edu with any questions.

We need 2 PTACHC representatives for this school year. This position is Lisbon’s PTA representation at the Howard County PTA and is a parent advocate at the County level. PTACHC Reps are a great opportunity to advocate for your child and all children in HCPSS. Please Contact Cathy Datz if you would like to be the PTACHC representative to be nominated.

Open position candidates for Lisbon PTA will be nominated at the April general membership meet. Elections will be held at the May general membership meet.

President – 2-year term. Presides at all meetings of the PTA. Attend district PTA council meetings. Coordinate the work of the officers and committees of the PTA. Communicate with the principal on all PTA events. Communicate with Maryland and Howard County PTA when needed. Oversee events and fundraisers chaired by other PTA members. Meet with the treasurer and the principal to go over budget and expenditures. Communicates with the membership and community via social media, website content, fliers, and Lisbon Lines. Maintains the PTA calendar.

1st Vice President – 2-year term, steps in for President if needed, head of the School of Excellence Committee and actions, Maintains the meeting agendas, helps all committee and event chairs as needed.

Treasurer – 2-year term, maintains budget, financial information, handles all bank transactions, and issues PTA checks. One of 3 authorized signatures with our bank. Financial experience helpful. Works closely with the PTA president.

Recording Secretary – Keeps the minutes of PTA general membership meetings and keeps PTA by-laws.

PTACHC Representatives – 2 year term 2 positions, this position is Lisbon’s PTA representation at the Howard County PTA and is a parent advocate at the County level. PTACHC Reps are a great opportunity to advocate for your child and all children.

Please contact Cathy Datz if you would like to be the 2023-2024 PTACHC representative or any of the open 2024-2025 positions to be nominated. Please email Cathy at cathydatz@yahoo.com if you have any questions or would like more information.

Are you ready to show your Lisbon Lion Pride? Join the PTA!

Benefits of Membership:

· *NEW* $5 discount on Fall Festival Wristband and Snow Ball Wristband.

· Supporting your ROARsome Lisbon teachers, staff, and students.

· Allows your PTA to host fun family events and activities.

· Voting is permitted by members on PTA business.

· Discounts from National PTA from businesses and services

· Member of Howard County, Maryland (FreeState PTA), and National PTA

Volunteering is not a requirement with membership; however, we would love to have you!

Paying by credit card https://lisbonpta.memberhub.com/store

Paying by cash or check return the membership flier with payment (made out to Lisbon PTA)

by mail or drop off at

Lisbon Elementary School

15901 Frederick Road

Woodbine, MD 21797

Attn: PTA

Lisbon parents who are HCPSS employees regardless of work location are $10.00

A few committees and events need members, LisbonPTA.org has time information and what each committee or event entails.

If you have any questions, please contact Cathy Datz at Cathydatz@yahoo.com or the Activity Chair.

Reflections – Jade Blevins Chair - needs 3 for 2024-2025

Snow Ball Dance – Cathy Datz – needs chair for 2024-2025

Fundraising – Kate Weiss - chair needs 3

Wizards Business Sponsors – Emily Metzler - chair needs 1

Staff Appreciation – Caitie Miller - chair – no limit

Nominating Committee – needs 1 person.

Community Night – Elizabeth Dudley - needs co-chair

Wizards Game – Elizabeth Hall/Cathy Datz - co-chairs

School of Excellence – VP1 is Chair needs for 2024-2025

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