Lewiston Elementary

We will use our monthly newsletter to share what is happening at Lewiston Elementary throughout the year. Please be sure to take the time to review the information in the newsletter each month to stay informed on elementary happenings.

School Hours: 8:00am - 3:00pm

Morning drop off begins at 7:40am.

Please call the office before 2:00 PM if there are changes to the way your child will be going home. The office is very busy at the end of the day and it becomes increasingly difficult to accommodate last-minute transportation changes after 2:00 PM, so the earlier you can communicate the changes, the better.

To ensure the safety of all PCSD students, parents/guardians must provide a note or call the office directly to communicate any changes to a child's end-of-day transportation arrangements.

Lewiston Office Contact Information

Phone: (608) 742-2524

Email: littlea@portage.k12.wi.us

Welcome back all students and families-

We are looking forward to a great school year. These first days of school are about establishing routines, procedures, and students connecting with their peers to build strong relationships within the classroom. During the first week of school I spoke with each class about their jobs here at school, which are to be respectful and to learn. We cannot wait to celebrate their positive behaviors and learning.

Speaking of routines, you can support your child by making sure that he/she reads every night, has a chore to practice responsibility, and has a set bedtime so that he/she gets plenty of rest and gets up in the morning ready to do his/her best in school.

We cannot wait to celebrate learning this year at Lewiston. I look forward to meeting you and working with you throughout the year.

Parents:

We would like to thank you for your patience with traffic flow and bus loading this first week of school. Everything is falling into place now. Thank you for working with us. We greatly appreciate it.

Phone: 608-742-3494 ext. 3004

Email: vanderschaafc@portage.k12.wi.us

Please be sure to call the Lewiston office before the start of school (8:00am) to report your child's absence.

Please provide the following information:

• Student name
• Teacher
• Reason for missing school

Thank you!

Mrs. Little

Office Phone: 608-742-2524

Email: littlea@portage.k12.wi.us

If your child's bus route changes, please make sure to contact both Riteway and the Lewiston office. Thank you!

Riteway Phone Number: (608) 745-1501

Lewiston Office: (608) 742-2524

• Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd grades: 11:30-11:50am
• 3rd, 4th, 5th grades: 11:50am-12:10pm

Early Release Hours: 7:55am-12:45pm

September 15, 22

October 6, 13, 20

November 3, 17

December 1, 8, 15

January 12, 19

February 2, 9, 16, 23

March 1, 8, 15

April 12, 19, 26

May 3, 10, 17, 24

This year our Afterschool Program will be run by The Learning Tree for students aged 5 & 6. Student's will need to sign up for the program by contacting The Learning Tree at (608) 742-7035.

What is the Boys & Girls Club?

The Club is an afterschool and summer program for kids ages 7-18 in 1st through 12th grade. We offer choice-based program options in a variety of educational, healthy lifestyles, and character building areas including: homework help, reading time/assistance, board games, art projects, physical activities/games, social games & games room, STEM based learning activities and more!

When can I pick up my child?

While the Club is open until 7pm after school (6pm on Fridays), parents/guardians can pick their child up from the Club at any time between afterschool and close. We’ll provide a schedule of activities and times to plan around so if your child wants to participate in something specific, you can plan pickups around that. During summer, drop off and pick up can happen at any point during regular club hours (7:30am to 5:30pm). There may be days where drop off needs to happen prior to a certain time for your child to participate in a certain activity. There may also be days where pick up needs to happen after a certain time for your child to participate in a certain activity. Notice of these days/times will be provided in advance once specifics are confirmed.

Do you provide snack/meals?

We’ll provide a snack after school during the school year and in the afternoons during summer. A typical snack would include a milk or juice with a fruit, granola bar or packaged cracker/graham option. We’ll participate in the summer food program through the WI Dells School District that will provide lunch to those who wish to take one. Otherwise, children should/can bring their own lunch during summer provided it doesn’t require cooking/heating. There is no cost for snacks / lunches through the Club.

Do you have a teen center?

While we have plans to create a teen specific space, we will not have that ready by our May 1st open date or summer. Teens who attend the Club immediately will have the opportunity to do programs and activities as well as mentor our younger mentors. Eventually, we’ll have teen specific staff, space and programs. We understand there may be many more questions and encourage you to reach out via phone at (608) 742-6987 or email at EliC@bgcwcw.org. Beginning Monday, April 10th, staff will be on site from 10am-4:30pm. While you can stop in and speak directly to us, we will be working throughout our space getting things ready for May 1st.

The Portage Community School District may use student photos, interviews, videos and projects for educational and informational purposes. This media may be used in classroom projects, district newsletters, newspaper articles, school websites, District-sponsored social media sites, (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, etc.), and for general media purposes. Please send written notification to the Portage Community School District Gerstenkorn Administration Office, Attention: Communication Department, 305 E Slifer Street, Portage, WI 53901 if you DO NOT want your student’s photo used. * If your student is included in a photo or project as part of a large group or public area gatherings where the student is not clearly identified, that photo or project may be used with or without an opt-out notification on file.

Welcome Back! Let's make this a safe and healthy school year. Medications that must be available to a student while at school or school related events must follow district policy. This requires one completed medication form for each medication. Medication may be prescribed by a healthcare provider or purchased as an over the counter product. Cough drops or throat lozenges are being sold with other ingredients that require us to return to the process of completing a medication form and having these administered through the main office. The medication form is available on the website in both English and Spanish. Print the form or pick one up in the main office. Complete the form. Parents must deliver the form and pharmacy labeled or originally packaged container of medication that is not expired to the main office. Several steps will be completed with the parent there and then provided to the school nurse for review prior to the medication being administered by designated trained school personnel. Until the school nurse has completed the medication and form review, parents are welcomed to come to school to administer the medication.

Students who will participate in school-sponsored activities outside of school hours or overnight should also plan ahead for any medication needs during these times. Again, one form for each medication. Some coordination with the school nurse to prepare for these special events is just a phone call or visit away.

Please take a moment to talk with your child about medication safety. Discuss the importance of not bringing pills to school in a pocket or sharing any medication with others. Students found with medication on their person without paperwork will have the medication secured in the health room and parent notification made. Together, we will keep our school safe and supportive while meeting each child's needs.

Contact your school nurse for assistance.

Valerie Hon, MSN, RN, LSN, NCSN

Homecoming week is almost here! September 25-29th we will have fun dress up days to celebrate.

We will also be attending the Homecoming Parade on Friday at 2pm. The Portage Varsity Football team will play Stoughton on Friday at 7:00pm!

Monday - Pajama Day (Wear your favorite pajamas all day!)

Tuesday - Favorite Cartoon Character (Dress up as your favorite cartoon character)

Wednesday - Wacky Mismatch Outfit (Wear all different colors and patterns)

Thursday - Silly Sock Day (Get those silly socks out!)

Friday - School Spirit Day (Wear all things orange and black)

GO WARRIORS!

Any Kindergarten and 1st grade girls and their guardians who are interested in Girl Scouts are encouraged to come to an informational meeting and opportunity to sign up for a new troop based in Portage on Wednesday, Sept. 13 at Bartels Middle School. The meeting will be held in the Little Theater just inside the main entrance to the building. Girls do not need to be present to sign up for the troop. Informational flyers can be picked up from your child's school. Need more info? www.gsbadgerland.org/join - 800-236-2710 - info@gsbadgerland.org

Email: vanderschaafc@portage.k12.wi.us
Website: https://www.portage.k12.wi.us/schools/lewiston/
Location: W11195 WI-127, Portage, WI 53901, USA
Phone: 608-742-2524