Hey everyone!
Itâs that time of year againâRed Ribbon Week is here! đ This special week is all about raising awareness to prevent alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and violence. It all started back in 1985 to honor the brave DEA Special Agent Enrique Camarena.
Weâre excited to celebrate Red Ribbon Week at LES from October 28th to October 31st! Letâs come together to promote a healthy and safe community! The cost to dress for Red Ribbon Week is $4, and You must pay the $4 on Monday to participate.đ
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to South Louisiana Community College (SLCC) for generously hosting this impactful seminar designed for our JAG students across SLP. Your support plays a vital role in their educational journey. A special thank you to Ms. Ventress for her unwavering dedication in guiding our students and helping them navigate their paths toward lasting success and bright futures.
Congratulations to Bentley McCraney. She was awarded the McDonaldâs at Louisiana Ave. & Community Chronicles magazine âArtist of the monthâ for October. She received a prize package which includes a certificate, a McDonaldâs gift card, and her coloring page design is featured in this monthâs magazine issue.
A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Latasha Aggison, Ms. Marlena Chavis-Cane, and the Kiwanis Club of Opelousas for honoring our most improved 3rd-grade students. These remarkable individuals have shown incredible growth from the beginning of the school year to the end of the first nine weeks.
Keep up the hard work 3rd Graders!!
As the weather begins to change, we want to take this opportunity to encourage everyone to follow our dress code policy for a positive school environment.
Students may wear solid color jackets with tam hats, but itâs important to remember to remove them when inside the building. We recommend reviewing our dress code policy to support a cohesive and respectful atmosphere for all.
We appreciate your cooperation and commitment to maintaining our school standards. Thank you for being a vital part of our community!
đ Celebrating Ms. Alcinda James: Principal of Lawtell Elementary! đ«đIn honor of National Principals Month, we would like to give a huge shoutout to one of our school leaders, Ms. Alcinda James ! đ
Join us for our Halloween Festival Oct. 29th!
Join us in showing your support for our Lawtell Trojans on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at Northwest High School as they go head-to-head with the North Central Hurricanes. This exciting game will be our Homecoming event, so let's come together and fill the stands to cheer on our LES Trojans! Game time is a 5:30 PM Please note that we are enforcing the Clear Bag policy in accordance with the guidelines set by the St. Landry School Board. For the safety and security of all attendees, only clear bags will be allowed into the venue. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
World Teacher Day
đđ Happy World Teacher's Day! đđ Today, we honor and celebrate the incredible educators who light the way to knowledge and inspire the leaders of tomorrow. đ Teachers, you are the heart of education, the catalysts of change, and the architects of dreams. Your dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to nurturing young minds are truly remarkable. On this special day, please take a moment to thank a teacher who has made a difference in your life or your children's lives. Your appreciation means more than you can imagine. To all the teachers out there, we applaud you for your dedication, creativity, and resilience. You are changing the world one student at a time. đ #WorldTeachersDay #ThankATeacher #EducationMatters
The Homecoming Dance is next Saturday, October 12th from 6pm-9pm. Join us in the gym for dancing, concession, and the real homecoming experience. Tickets will be sold starting on Monday. Please make sure to purchase them for $5 before 3:00pm on Friday, October 11th. No money can be taken at the door. Parents, please remember this event is a lock in and students must be picked up at the door at 9pm. See yâall there!
Homecoming week is next week! Check out our flyer to see our daily dress for the week. Letâs make it one for the history books! Remember all clothing should be school appropriate, and there is a $1 charge for each dress out day.
SLP families, The Good News publication is linked below. Thanks for your continued support! Great things are happening here. Let's spread The Good News! READ HERE: https://5il.co/2xypl
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! During this month and beyond, let's unite in the fight against breast cancer. Together, we can make a difference by raising awareness and supporting those affected. đ Show Your Support: Wear pink to show solidarity with breast cancer survivors and fighters. Together, we can make strides toward a world without breast cancer. đ #BreastCancerAwareness
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! During this month and beyond, let's unite in the fight against breast cancer. Together, we can make a difference by raising awareness and supporting those affected. đ Show Your Support: Wear pink to show solidarity with breast cancer survivors and fighters. Together, we can make strides toward a world without breast cancer. đ #BreastCancerAwareness
FALL PICTURE DAY IS HERE!!!!!!
Fall is finally here, and so is picture day.
Pictures will be taken on Thursday, September 26, 2024
As a reminder, students are to wear school uniforms only. Purchasing packets will be sent home after pictures have been taken.
SLP families, The Good News publication is linked below. Thanks for your continued support! Great things are happening here. Let's spread The Good News! READ HERE: https://5il.co/2xhqg
Congratulations to our outstanding September Employee of the Month, Mr. Sean Wilkinson. He is always positive and ready to teach his students. He is an outstanding leader and team player here at Lawtell Elementary. We appreciate you, and we're glad that you are on our team.
We would like to send a huge Thank You to Hearts to Hands, Steve Jackson, and Reginald Laviolette for their generous donations of personal care items to our physical education department. We would also like to thank Natalie Jackson for facilitating the delivery of these items. We are very appreciative and grateful for your support of our school and students.
"Introducing our Marquee Leaders!
These exceptional students, who are part of JAG, have been chosen as our Marquee leaders. They have embraced the responsibility of keeping everyone well-informed. Let's give them a resounding round of applause for their dedication and hard work."
Our Principal, Mrs. James had the opportunity to step back into the classroom as the teacher. Living up to the saying "Once a teacher, Always a teacher", Mrs. James assisted students with presenting their "About me" slides in JAG class, giving them tips and tricks to improve their writing and public speaking skills. Our principal, Mrs. James, had the wonderful opportunity to return to the classroom as a teacher. Embodying the belief that "Once a teacher, always a teacher," Mrs. James guided students in presenting their "About Me" slides in JAG class, imparting valuable tips and tricks to enhance their writing and public speaking skills.
