Lakeview Elementary

Welcome Back!

Happy August Lakeview Families,

I still cannot believe that we have arrived at the end of summer. I hope that you and your family had a relaxing vacation filled with laughter, love, and fun! For me and my family, this summer proved to be one of reflection, transition, and growth. We learned, laughed, cried, and remained faithful that the Solon community is exactly where we are meant to be. I cannot thank this community enough for embracing myself and my family with open hearts and supportive hands! We are truly grateful to be a part of such an amazing community, and we look forward to continuing to grow with each and every one of you.

As I embark on my 3rd year in Solon, I am excited for the continued journey with the Lakeview staff, students, and families. It is an honor to be a part of such a forward thinking and hardworking team of educators! The Lakeview team looks forward to another school year, helping all students grow as life-longer learners and individuals!

Remember that my door is always open. Feel free to email, call, or stop by with any questions you may have for the anticipated school year.

Take care and see you soon!

Ms. Tabor

(Jess)

*pictured with me below is my daughter Jaden who will be a senior at SHS, my son CJ who will be a sophomore at SHS, and my youngest son Lucas who will be in kindergarten at Lakeview

We will have unpack your backpack night on Thursday, August 19th. Feel free to stop by any time between 4:30pm-6pm.

This night is a great opportunity for you and your child(ren) to drop off school supplies and share a quick visit with the classroom teacher.

We look forward to seeing students back in the building!

Thursday, August 19th from 5pm-8pm join the Lakeview/SIS PTO at Big Grove for dinner, drinks or take-out order. Help us celebrate the students heading back to school while supporting the Lakeview/SIS PTO!

Mitigation

The district will continue to follow Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) guidance. The IDPH most recent guidance on COVID19 and other illnesses can be found in this link. It is important to monitor your child for symptoms and keep your child home if symptoms are evident as directed by public health.

Iowa law prevents mandating mask use, but the district welcomes their use by those choosing to wear them. We encourage everyone to consult with your personal family physician or health care provider with decisions related to COVID19 and other childhood illnesses.

Here are just a few reminders regarding drop off/pick up procedures at Lakeview.

• Parent vehicles should stay within the cones when pulling up to the front of the building
• Be mindful of all crosswalks and drive slowly as children may be crossing
• Parents who park should plan on meeting their child(ren) behind the fence, up by the pine trees (parents should not pass the pine trees)
• BG/K-3rd grade students will be standing, by grade level, on the south side of the building. Parents can pull up between the cones and their child(ren) will be brought to their vehicle by a staff member
• Please wait for a staff member to bring your child(ren) to your vehicle

We appreciate your cooperation as it helps with traffic flow and increased student safety!

Drop Off Routine:

An adult must walk with the child in and sign them in their classroom binder. Siblings cannot drop preschool students off without a parent/adult present. Here is a coy of the drop off map.

Pick Up Routine:

Here is a copy of the pick up map. Preschool siblings that are also parent pick up will go to the PreK line and not the front of the building.

Preschool does not start school until Wednesday, August 25th (this is 2 days after the rest of the school).

On Monday, August 23rd and Tuesday, August 24th preschool teachers will schedule a home visit with your family to give further information about the program, answer your questions, and meet your child in their familiar environment.

A sign up genius will come out in August for you to select a time and date for your home visit.

Preschool & Kindergarten Updates:

Regardless of which learning opportunity your family chooses (on-site or on-line), all state required forms are due by the first day of school for your child to attend public education.

If you are unable to complete these state requirements due to insurance or delays of appointments due to COVID-19, please contact me to discuss minimal requirements to start school on time.

3rd Grade Updates:

All students entering 3rd grade are required to complete a vision screening. To be valid, a vision screening shall be performed no earlier than one year prior to the date of enrollment and no later than six months after the date of child’s enrollment into Third Grade. A vision screening may be conducted by a physician, advanced nurse practitioner, physician assistant, local public health department, public or accredited nonpublic school, community based organization—Lions Club, free clinic, or child care center.

Please contact me with any questions about these state requirements.

Kris Elijah

School Nurse

Solon Community School District

kelijah@solon.k12.ia.us

319-624-3401 x1288

August 19th - Unpack Your Backpack Night 4:30pm-6pm

- School Board Meeting @ 5pm

August 23rd - First Day of School

- Early Dismissal @ 1:39pm

August 24th - Early Dismissal @ 1:39pm

August 25th - Preschool First Day of School

August 26th - Early Dismissal @1:39pm

Sept. 2nd - School Board Meeting @ 5pm

- LV/SIS PTO Meeting @ 7pm

Sept. 8th - Picture Day (more info to follow closer to this date)

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Email: jtabor@solon.k12.ia.us
Website: https://www.solon.k12.ia.us/o/lakeview
Location: 111 North Chabal Street Solon, IA 52333
Phone: 319-624-3401
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IowaLakeviewElementarySchool/
Twitter: @SolonCSD