Lisbon Elementary
March 22, 2024
Lisbon Elementary School
Mrs. Debra Anoff, Principal
15901 Frederick Road
Woodbine, MD 21797
(410) 313-5506
(410) 313-5508 - Fax
Message from Administration
Dear Lisbon Community,
As we approach the much-anticipated spring break, Mr. Scobie and I wanted to take a moment to extend warm wishes to each and every one of you.
First and foremost, we hope this break brings you the opportunity to unwind, recharge, and spend quality time with your loved ones. It's been a busy time for us all, and we deserve this chance to rest and rejuvenate.
We want to express our deepest appreciation for the unwavering support and dedication that you, our Lisbon community, continuously provide to our students and staff. Your encouragement, involvement, and commitment make our school a thriving and nurturing environment for learning and growth. It is because of your support that we are able to create meaningful experiences and opportunities for our students.
To our families, we are immensely grateful for everything you do. Your partnership in your child's education is invaluable, and we recognize the countless ways in which you contribute to the success of our school community. Thank you for your ongoing support, encouragement, and collaboration.
As you embark on this spring break, we encourage you to take time for yourselves, to enjoy the simple pleasures of life, and to cherish the moments spent with family and friends. Whether you're embarking on a new adventure or simply taking it easy at home, we hope you find joy, relaxation, and peace during this time.
Please remember to stay safe, take care of yourselves and each other, and return refreshed and rejuvenated for the remainder of the school year.
Wishing you all a safe, relaxing, and restful spring break!
Warm regards,
Mrs. Anoff, Principal
Mr. Scobie, Assistant Principal
Important Upcoming Dates and Events
For a complete list of dates and events visit les.hcpss.org/calendar
April
- 2 - School reopens
- 2 - Look Who's Talking Forms Due
- 3 - Plant Sale Orders Due
- 3 - PTA Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
- 4 - Field Day T-Shirt Sale Starts
- 9 - 3rd Grade Visits Wilde Lake High School, 10:30 a.m.
- 9 - Give Back Event at Stratosphere Social, 4:00-9:00 p.m.
- 10 - Professional Work Day - Schools closed for students
- 10 - Memory Book Orders Due
- 22 - Field Day T-Shirt Sale Ends
- 24 - Give Back Event at E.W. Becks, 11:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
- 26 - 2nd Grade Visits the Maryland Science Center, 9:15 a.m.
May
- 3 - 5th Grade - Simulated Congressional Hearing, 9:25 a.m.-3:55 p.m.
- 3 - LES Staff vs. The Harlem Wizards @ Glenelg High School (doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
- 7 - Orchestra Concert, 6:30 p.m.
- 8 - Plant Sale Pick-Up, 4:00-7:00 p.m.
- 14 - Primary Election Day - Schools and Offices closed
- 14 - Give Back Event at TeaTop, 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
- 16 - 1st Grade Visits Rose Hill Manor, 9:40 a.m.
- 23 - Kindergarten Visits Toby's, 9:30 a.m.
- 23 - Band/Chorus/Handbells Concert, 7:00 p.m.
- 24 - 5th Grade Visits Howard County Conservancy, 10:00 a.m.
- 27 - Memorial Day - Schools and Offices closed
- 29 - Give Back Event at Chipotle, 4:00-8:00 p.m.
- 30 - 5th Grade Visits Glenwood Middle School
- 31 - Field Day
HCPSS Calendars
There will be no printed 2023-2024 calendars. Staff, students, and families may add our online calendar to their own mobile/online calendar by
- Going to https://www.hcpss.org/calendar/
- Scrolling down to Subscribing to a Calendar
- Right-clicking on the calendar you wish to subscribe to
- Selecting Copy Link Location/Address/Shortcut
- 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
New Information
MCAP Testing
MCAP Assessments are designed for online administration and are given in 40-70 minutes sections. Students take four sections per content area.
The test is designed to allow students to use the same computer-based tools that are used during instruction. Students with special needs will receive the same accommodations for MCAP that they do for their regular instruction.
Below are the testing dates for each grade level:
3rd Grade:
English Language Arts (ELA) Assessment
Thursday, April 11
Friday, April 12
Monday, April 15
Wednesday, April 17
Math Assessment
Monday, April 22
Wednesday, April 24
Monday, April 29
4th Grade:
English Language Arts (ELA) Assessment
Thursday, April 11
Friday, April 12
Monday, April 15
Wednesday, April 17
Math Assessment
Monday, April 22
Wednesday, April 24
Monday, April 29
5th Grade:
English Language Arts (ELA) Assessment
Thursday, April 4
Friday, April 5
Monday, April 8
Tuesday, April 9
Math Assessment
Monday, May 6
Wednesday, May 8
Friday, May 10
Thursday, May 16
Lisbon Elementary Staff vs. The Harlem Wizards
Event: Harlem Wizards Basketball Fundraiser
Date: Friday, May 3, 2024
Time: Doors open @ 5:30 p.m.; Game tip-off @ 6:30 p.m.
Location: Glenelg High School
Purchase tickets links
http://harlemwizards.com/tickets/gleneigmd
Concessions including pizza will be for sale at 5:30 p.m. benefits the Glenelg HS Marching Band.
Coming Soon - Sale Starts on April 4th!
MSDE Parent Survey
Help the HCPSS Department of Special Education meet our goal! At least 20% of our families with students with IEP's from Kindergarten to age 21 are needed to complete this survey. Please help HCPSS succeed!
See the message below:
Parents of students with IEPs,
Please take time to complete the MSDE Parent Survey that was recently mailed to you. This survey provides HCPSS the information about how well we are partnering with you and promoting parent involvement. Your feedback will help guide efforts to improve special education and related services in HCPSS. Please access the survey using this link: https://www.mdparentsurvey.com/
Gifted and Talented (G/T) Summer Institutes for Talent Development
The Gifted and Talented (G/T) Summer Institutes for Talent Development offers additional advanced-level instruction and enrichment experiences not regularly available during the academic school year for students entering grades 1-8. Rigorous instruction focusing on talent development is offered in mathematics, science, social studies, language arts, technology and fine arts.
No testing nor prior G/T coursework is required for enrollment in these enrichment offerings.
For Summer 2024, we will be offering one two-week session from July 8 - 19 at Burleigh Manor Middle School. While the program is half-day, before and after care is available on site via Howard County Recreation and Parks.
A few highlights ---
- Bus transportation to area collector stops!
- Exciting courses in Humanities, STEM, and the Arts!
Financial assistance is available for students participating in the Free and Reduced Meal Program.
Families of HCPSS students may enter registration requests through HCPSS Connect beginning on April 2 at 6 p.m.
For more information on how to register, please see this registration guide.
Contact: GTSummer@hcpss.org or 410-313-6671.
From the Health Room
Updated COVID-19 Guidance
The Maryland Department of Health and Maryland State Department of Education recently endorsed the CDC's Respiratory Virus Guidance, and no longer require a 5-day quarantine period for COVID-19. Students and staff are still expected to remain home if they are experiencing symptom(s) associated with any communicable disease.
Please note, students, staff, and visitors may not enter an HCPSS bus or building with a fever of 100.0 or higher.
Information Worth Repeating
Ramadan
The Muslim holiday of Ramadan is set to begin on the evening of Sunday, March 10, 2024, and will likely end on the evening of Tuesday, April 9, 2024.
With Ramadan soon upon us, we know that many of our students will be fasting during the day. Students who would like to request to fast in an alternate location during their lunchtime may email Mrs. Anoff at debra_anoff@hcpss.org.
Ramadan Kareem! We wish all who are celebrating a peaceful and happy month of Ramadan.
Lisbon Administration and Staff
Lisbon Yearbook
Kindergarten Registration for SY 2024-25
ONLINE REGISTRATION
You can now begin the online registration process for students new to Howard County! It is recommended that you work on a laptop or desktop to complete registration. Cell phone registration is not recommended. For details about registration and enrollment, visit www.hcpss.org/enroll/. Please call our LES front office at 410-313-5506 or email Mrs. Drews at linda_drews@hcpss.org with questions.
If you have a child currently attending a HCPSS PreK program, there is no need to re-register your student for Kindergarten. Also, if your child is a current HCPSS student at any other HCPSS school, please DO NOT re-register your student.
Kindergarten is mandatory in Maryland, so if your child turns 5 by September 1, 2024, you must register your child for the 2024-25 school year. Parents or guardians are to register students at the school serving the address where the child’s parent or guardian resides. Information on neighborhood schools can be found through School Locator https://hcpss-gis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=b1d3153921514fbead0abb0f92090217 on the school system web site or by calling the Public Information Office at 410-313-6682.
Step 1: Register Online Here: https://sisparents.hcpss.org/PXP2_OEN_Login.aspx
Step 2: Complete registration online by providing the documents listed below. The registration process is easier if you upload them during online registration. Otherwise, you will be asked to submit them via email as pdfs. I-phone users can scan documents through your notes app. (Images must be clear.)
The following documents are needed for registration:
Child’s evidence of birth (ie: birth certificate, baptismal certificate)
Evidence of parental relationship (child’s birth certificate or court document)
An authorized record of immunizations
Proof of residency in the form of a signed lease or deed, including signature pages
Current utility bill (within the last 30 days)
Photo ID of parent/guardian
Proof of custody (if applicable)
If you do not own or rent your home and have a multi-family living arrangement, an appointment with our PPW, Monique Finch, is required. A representative of the host family and guest family must be present for the appointment. Email monique_finch@hcpss.org for more information.
Health Forms should be completed by your child's pediatrician and dentist and emailed to our school nurse Joanne O'Keefe at joanne_Okeefe@hcpss.org, before the first day of school or as soon as your child has their 5-year check-up.
PTA News & Information
Lisbon PTA Website
PTA Executiver Positions for 2024-2025
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.
PTA Membership
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
We Need You!!
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
Community News and Programs
The link below will take you to community notices are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Howard County Public School System.
http://www.hcpss.org/community-news-and-programs/