LA CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWSLETTER Principal, Scott Lincoln Associate Principal, Bonnie Lock Elementary Office 263-2134 January 24, 2012

GREETINGS,

I just wanted to give a reminder that the first of our Bobcat Chats will be taking place this Thursday, January 26, 6:30-7:30, in the K-8 library. All are welcome to attend. Childcare will be provided. The following shares a portion of what I sent out in the last newsletter:

Bobcat Chat

Our monthly Bobcat Chats will give us further opportunities to learn more about our children's lives and work together for a better future. They will take place 6:30-7:30p.m. in the K-8 library on the following dates:

January 26

February 16

March 15

April 19

May 24

The basic format is simple. I will share a short presentation (5-10 minutes) on school efforts which may be of interest to those in our learning community. The remaining 50-55 minutes will be available for those in attendance to ask questions, give feedback, offer advice, collaborate, etc.

There are a few guidelines I ask that we all follow. Some of the basics include:

-Presume the positive intent of what is being shared.

-Anybody who shares a problem or concern needs to also share at least one possible solution or be willing to discuss possibilities with those in attendance.

-We will not discuss individual students, parents, or staff. As usual, we can set up a separate meeting for any who request a discussion.

I look forward to experiencing all we learn and create together at these chats. As always, please feel free to share any questions or ideas you might have.

Sincerely,

Scott Lincoln, Principal

K-3 BOBCAT WINNERS

K-3 students are given Bobcat tickets when they are "caught" following our Guidelines For Success. These students were winners in our weekly drawing the last few weeks: Mia Beutler, Savannah Mendenhall, Josh King, Keira Crocker, Alexis Watts-Lee, Joseph Ogleznev, Wes Tikka, Abby Muonio, Rebecca Lawrence, Kells Ferguson, Taylor Crouse, Makayla Hubler, Taryn Starks, Kylie Ballard, Mikayla Schmeusser, Cole Entenman, Sabrina Joner and Sebastian Wells. These students each picked out two prizes.

The state mandates that students in grades K-3 and 5th grade have a vision and hearing screening each year. We want to thank the Lions Club for providing this free of charge to our district.

This screening is not to be confused with a complete visual or hearing examination. If a concern is noted, you will receive a notice encouraging you to have your child thoroughly examined by his/her doctor.

If you wish to exclude your child from the screening, please notify the office.

Services provided are: X-rays, sealants, fluoride treatment, fillings and extractions. There will be no cleanings provided.