Lakeview Lion Updates: April 21, 2023

Dear Lakeview Families,

As we enjoy the warm weather and prepare for end of year assessments and activities, I want to pause to say how proud I am of the academic, behavioral and social/emotional growth our students have made! Just this week, I observed a student using positive self-talk to pep her up for a test, another student inviting a peer to play at recess, and I listened to students negotiate, collaborate and synthesize information as a group. To top it off, we ended the week with a visit from two OC Sheriff deputies with their horses at dismissal, an inspiring pep talk from Superintendent, Dr. Matthews at our Sunshine Squad, and the very adorable “sibling pictures” for the yearbook.

Next week, I will be visiting each classroom, grades 3-5 to give a CAASPP test pep talk. I will be reading a book about confidence and practicing a breathing technique to help calm nerves. Our school counselor, Ms. M, and many teachers already incorporate mindful moments and purposeful breathing practices into their classroom. I want to extend the following resource shared by the Children's Center at CSUF, where my daughter attends daycare.
Deep breathing offers many benefits to all. Some of the proven benefits are stress and anxiety reduction, strengthened sustained attention and helps to control emotions. One of the things to keep in mind is it is important to practice deep breathing when the body is in a calm state to learn the techniques properly. Practice will allow you to see what method your child responds to. You can also practice alongside Movelee Monkey at Calming Exercises for Kids: Deep Breathing Brain Break - YouTube or Belly Breathing: Mindfulness for Children - YouTube the video by the Mindfulness Teacher.

ELA, Math and Science CAASPP Testing begins May 1 for students in grades 3-5. Please avoid planned absences during our testing window of May 1-26. 

Help us get ready for our PBIS Award application walkthrough on April 28th by asking your child:
-What are the Lakeview School rules? (R.O.A.R.)
-What does R.O.A.R. stand for? (Lions are Respectful, Organized, Accountable and Responsible)
-We will have district personnel on campus to assess our practices, which includes interviewing students and staff.

Please read below for additional information and upcoming events:

Intent to Return - To help us best make plans for the 2023-24 school year, we ask that you fill out THIS informal survey for each child at Lakeview by May 5th.

Save the Date: Coffee with the Principal - May 5th (rescheduled from April 28)
This will be our final Coffee with the Principal for the ‘22-23 school year. We have our wonderful Love & Logic presenters attending to share tangible ways to raise confident and respectful children. Join us in the MPR for a fabulous presentation on overall wellness and safety for our children!

Staff Appreciation Week is approaching: May 8-12! See the attached flyer for ways to celebrate our dedicated teachers and staff at Lakeview Elementary!

All students are offered two meals during the school day at no-cost to our families. Do you know if your child has money still in their lunch account from pre-COVID? Check your child’s Nutrition Services account by clicking on the K-12 Payment Center link HERE or calling the Nutrition Services Office at (714) 985-8610. Students may purchase water and extra milk for $0.50 each. 

Check out the PYLUSD Good News HERE.

Spring Carnival is coming on June 2nd! Please see the attached fliers for ways to get involved and purchase tickets. Questions? Please contact the Carnival PTA Chairperson, Melissa Whipple and loveandhonorphotography@gmail.com.

Science Fair Night - May 4th, 6pm!
Reminder that your student’s presentation board is due to the MPR on April 27th. Judges and classrooms will view the boards. Join us on May 4th at 6pm for our showcase and awards ceremony!

Add your Lakeview pictures to the Yearbook!
Do you have class photos from recent activities? Share them with our Yearbook Committee to get them into the 2022-23 yearbook by emailing them to: Lakeviewlionsyearbook@gmail.com. 

Take a look at THIS free science night hosted by Santiago Canyon College on April 28th, shared by a Lakeview parent and SCC teacher.

Love Yorba Linda Day - April 29th
Join your fellow neighbors and community members for a city-wide volunteer day. Lakeview School will be on the list for some simple tidying and gardening projects. See the attached flyers or pick one up in the front office.

Everyday Counts!
Please help your child be on time everyday! Students need additional time to walk from the valet to their classroom line. We begin our community flag salute at 7:50am. The warning bell is now at 7:45am.

Independent Study Contracts
If you have a planned trip of 3+ days, please notify the office and your child’s teacher. An independent study contract can be arranged to ensure your child has ongoing access to their learning and provide for recaptured absences. We kindly request a 2-week advance notice.

Need to Report an Absence? Please let the Office Staff know of your child’s absence by 10am using one of the following methods:
Option 1: Fill out the Absence Reporting Google Form, located on our school website.
Option 2: Call the 24 hr. Absence Reporting Line (also for students who will be tardy) at 714-986-7190, then press 3. Please have the following information ready:
Student's first & last name
Teacher
Date of the absence
Reason for the absence (if illness, we need the nature of the illness & symptoms the student is having)
Name of the person reporting the absence & their relationship to the student
Contact phone number

UPCOMING EVENTS
Apr 24 - District Instrumental Music Festival, 5th Grade Strings, Valencia High School, 6-7pm
Apr 25 - District Instrumental Music Festival, 5th Grade Band, Valencia High School, 6-7pm
Apr 27 - Science Fair Boards DUE to MPR by 3pm
Apr 29 - Love Yorba Linda Community Event
May 1 - CAASPP Testing Window opens for Grades 3-5
May 3 - Ed Services Director, Dr. Leon, Site Visit
May 4 - Sunshine Squad Spirit Day: May the Fourth Be With You
May 5 - Coffee with the Principal w/ Love & Logic Presenters, 8am, MPR
May 5 - Kindergarten Fieldtrip to Centennial Farms
May 8-12 - Lakeview Staff Appreciation Week
May 8-12 - Mental Health Awareness Week
May 9 - Wear Green, Mental Health Awareness Spirit Day
May 11 - Lion Pride GATE Afterschool Class, 2:15, Room 103
May 12 - Kindergarten Muffins with Moms event
May 12 - Asst Superintendent of Ed Services, Dr. Adamson, Site Visit


Have a safe and beautiful weekend!

Best,
Mrs. Given
Principal
[email protected]