
The Spark Newsletter
March 24, 2023
Connect With Us
Email: msemmler@lcisd.org
Website: https://www.lcisd.org/campuses/leamanjh/home
Location: 9320 Charger Way, Fulshear, TX, USA
Phone: 832-223-5200
Facebook: facebook.com/LeamanJuniorHighSchool
Twitter: @LeamanJH
What to Expect this Week/Month
- Front doors will open at 7:30am. First bell rings at 8:15am. When students arrive on campus before 7:45am they will go to the gym, until they are released to class.
- Students who arrive after the 8:15am bell, will receive a Tardy, unless they have arrived to school on a late bus.
- March 1-31 - National Music in Our School/Youth Art Month
- March 1-31 - Texas History Month
- March 22 - April 21 - Ramadan
The A-G Student of the Week is Nolan English,
nominated by Ms. Strawther.
Nolan came to us from Robert's as a very shy young man. He has grown into a funny, confident, hardworking young man with so many friends who love him! We love our Nolan! - Sarah Strawther
The H-O Student of the Week is Tuyen Ho,
nominated by Mrs. Longoria.
Tuyen is a hardworking young lady. She is very respectful and responsible and is always prepared for class. - Louisa Longoria
The P-Z Student of the Week is Noah William,
nominated by Mrs. Smith.
It is a sheer delight to have the privilege of teaching Noah Williams. Noah brings his hustle and heart to the classroom as well as on the court as a student-athlete and strives to do his best in ELAR class. He is kind to everyone on campus. One of the things I love best about Noah is the way he is able to support friends in their struggles. I can not say enough wonderful things about this student. - Jaylyn Smith
A Note from Mr. Semmler
1) Parents and Students,
At the March Board meeting, our Board of Trustees approved the 2023-2024 Instructional Calendar.
Important dates have been included below:
First Day of School: Monday, August 14
Labor Day: Monday, September 4
Fort Bend County Fair Day: Friday, September 29
Fall Break: Friday, October 6 & Monday, October 9
Thanksgiving Break: Week of November 20-24
Winter Break: December 18 - January 1
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Monday, January 15
Spring Break: Week of March 11-15
Spring Holiday: Monday, April 1
Memorial Day: Monday, May 27
Last Day for Students: Thursday, May 23
Also attached for you is the PDF of the calendars in English and Spanish.
2)It’s almost time for our Spring Book Festival! The festival is open to all LCISD Elementary students and their families. It will be held at Foster High School on April 1st from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Come and enjoy free hands-on activities and experiences. The book fair and food trucks will have items available for purchase. Entry into the festival is FREE! We look forward to seeing you at this exciting event!
3) Parents and Guardians this is a reminder that you cannot park on Charger Way and have your students walk out. This has never been allowed for student safety.
“No Parking” signs will be placed along Charger Way in the next week and officers will begin writing citations to people who are parked waiting for students. This is for the safety of all students.
Color Guard Tryouts for Junior High and High School
PBIS Donations
PBIS Expectations & Rewards - PBIS stands for Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports. One large piece is explaining expectations upfront. Another piece is rewarding students when we see those focused on positive behaviors. 3 campus-wide expectations posters (CLICK HERE) are placed throughout the campus. Teachers will take time during the first day or two to explain these rules in detail and help students understand what they look like. Our campus is also implementing new software (Classcraft) to encourage students to earn rewards and use them in many different ways. Here is a short video on how Classcraft works: https://youtu.be/M2uqd9ZOMaw. Please have your child download the app on their device and log into Classlink on the LCISD webpage (at the top) to start to explore what this is all about. They do NOT need a phone to do this. It can be done on a laptop or computer.
Parents if you are interested in donating to the PBIS school store the following list is a great start. We accept all donations both monetary and items.
We are excited to announce that H-E-B is a proud sponsor of the PBIS Store at Leaman.
If your company would like to sponsor the store, please contact Mr. Kracker, Mr. Gilmore or Ms. Session for more information.
Click here to order donations:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/17OLYW1R4K8ZU?ref_=wl_share
Parks Youth Ranch (PYR) invites families in the area to the 8th annual Go Fish at our property located at 11614 FM 361, Richmond, TX on Saturday, April 1, 2023. This family-friendly fishing derby allows kids of all ages the opportunity to experience fun in the great outdoors. PYR has two ponds stocked with catfish and bass, which means all participants will have a chance to catch that special fish. Lucky anglers who catch the first fish in their age group will receive a trophy.
No fishing experience or fishing license is required. Just bring your poles, we’ll provide the bait!
Wristbands for Go Fish are $20 for kids and adults. Your admission includes lunch, carnival style games, bounce houses and Story Time with Cristina of PaperPie (formerly Usborne Books).
Event underwriting and sponsorships are available starting at just $100.
Learn more about PYR and Go Fish by visiting www.parksyouthranch.org/events/gofish2023
Counselor Corner
Below you will find information from the Counselors and activities happening on campus.
Follow Your Counselors on Twitter
Use the QR Code below or look up the Leaman Counselors on Twitter for awesome counselor news.
Leaman is a Proud CREST Award Winning School for the 2022-2023 School Year
From the Nurse's Corner
Nurse - Please direct all questions to the front office
Fax: 832-223-5229
ATTENDANCE INFORMATION
Please review attendance procedures for 2022-2023
https://www.lcisd.org/campuses/leamanjh/about/attendance-office
Student Check Out Information
Be the One Survey
If you are interested in giving a shout to a staff member at Leaman click here.
Leaman Digital Resources for Students and Parents
Purchasing a Junior High Only Athletic Pass
Canvas Information
Check it out!!! https://www.lcisd.org/students-parents/canvas/canvas-information
Leaman Jr High Admin Team
Karl Carlton - Assistant Principal - kcarlton@lcisd.org
Jimitra Granger - 7th Grade Assistant Principal - jimitra.granger@lcisd.org
Derek Getschow - 8th Grade Assistant Principal - derek.getschow@lcisd.org
Leaman Jr High Counselor Team
LaToya Session (Alpha M - Z) - lsession@lcisd.org
Sylvia Rodriguez - Counselor's Secretary / Registrar - srodriguez@lcisd.org
Leaman Jr High Support Team
Blair O'Connor - Campus Testing Coordinator/Academic Facilitator - annie.oconnor@lcisd.org
Katie Poland - Librarian - kpoland@lcisd.org
Lynda Morgart - Campus 504 Coordinator/Academic Facilitator - lmorgart@lcisd.org