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Puster Principal Message, Feb. 3, 2012

Written by Janet Anders

Friday, 03 February 2012 14:31

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February 3, 2012

Dear Puster Parents,

Good afternoon! I can't believe how warm the weather has been. The much needed rain has filled ponds and lakes. Remember the weather last year for Super Bowl weekend? I do. It was SUPER COLD! I know we need some cold weather, but I must admit that I prefer the warmer temperatures.

I hope you have a great weekend enjoying the weather and the Super Bowl.

All attachments mentioned in the principal message can be found at http://pes.lovejoyisd.net/MP.cfm?P=7515 .

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Science Display Boards Available for Purchase for 5th Grade

Science display boards are available for $3.00 each. First-come, first-served. Stop by the office to get yours today.

UIL Information

We are excited to announce that we will be participating in the University Scholastic League (UIL) Competition again this year. The event will be held on Friday, May 11 from 2:00 until 8:00pm at Puster!

At this time we need your children, in grades 2 through 5, to let us know if they are interested in trying out for competitions held within their grade level. Be sure to check your child’s Thursday Folder for more information and for the form to complete to let us know if your child would like to be included in try outs.

Book Fair

The Puster Spring Book is right aroung the corner. Friday, Feb 10th - Friday, Feb 17^th. You can view all of the information and special events by visiting the attachment link above.

5^th Grade Parents – Important Dates from Sloan Creek Middle School

If you have a 5^th grade student attending SCMS next year, please go to the attachment link for important information regarding 6^th Grade Registration for next year.

Boxtop Contest Ends Feb. 10

If you are collecting boxtops make sure you turn them in by February 10!

PTA Special Parent and Student Nights

Friday, Feb. 10 the PTA is hosting “A Night on the Town with Dad!” Dads and Daughters grab your dancing shoes and dance the night away from 6:00 – 9:00 at Puster Elementary. Please check your child's Thursday folder for the RSVP form.

Friday, February 17 at 7:00 is “Mom/Son Night Out with the Texas Legends”. Mom and sons enjoy a night out together watching the Texas Legends. Flyers went home this week in the Thursday Folder. The flyers are also located in the attachment link.

Reflections Recognition

Our annual recognition of those students advancing in the Reflections Contest, will be Tuesday, February 7th from 7:30p.m. to 8:30p.m. in the Lovejoy High School auditorium. Parents should have received an email from the PTA inviting them and their child who is being recognized.

DISTRICT NEWS

Nutrition News and Menus

Are you looking for a couple of recipes for your Super Bowl Party? Go to the attachment link for the February lunch menus and some recipes!

Denim & Diamonds “Boots and Bling” Invitation

The 6^th Annual Denim and Diamonds Gala and Auction is scheduled for Saturday, March 31, we hope to see you there! Please go to our attachment link for details.

Denim & Diamonds Family Ad’s

Want to show off your family and support the Foundation for Lovejoy Schools? Purchase a Family Ad for the Denim and Diamonds Auction Catalog! Go to the attachment link for more information and to download an order form. Show off your family pictures and show your Leopard Spirit!

Denim & Diamonds Donation Items

Dr. Ray Levy – Motivating Your Child/Adolescent Series, Feb. 1, 8, 15, and 22

Having trouble getting them to start their homework? Does your child take forever to get ready in the morning for school?

These are just a few of the common everyday problems that Dr. Ray Levy will address and teach you how to overcome these obstacles. For 4 consecutive Wednesdays, Dr. Levy will show you how to motivate your child/adolescent and restore peace in your home. Dr. Levy uses humor, demonstration and video to teach his techniques of applying this respectful yet persistent approach to creating change with children and adolescents.

Presentation Series:

February 8, 2012, February 15, 2012, and February 22, 2012 from 7:00-8:30pm in the LHS Lecture Hall.

LISD Board Academy This Saturday

There will be a one day academy for all residents who would like to learn more about the operations of the school district including budgeting, student achievement, and board governance. This session is being offered on Saturday, February 4^th from 8:00 am until 12:00 noon in the LISD Administration Building. This session is geared for prospective candidates for the LISD school board, but is open to anyone interested in learning more about the district. Please rsvp to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it so that we can prepare for the accurate number of handouts for this session.

Upcoming Dates:

Feb. 6 – PTA Executive Board Meeting @ 10:00

Feb. 6 - Chess Club, Puster Pride Choir, TGA Golf, and Abrakadoodle @ 3:00

Feb. 7 - Computer Explorers – Tech Stars @ 3:05

Feb. 8 – Green Team Meeting @ 3:00

Feb. 8 - Dr. Levy on Motivating your child/adolescent @ LHS, 7:00pm

Feb. 9 – 4^th and 5^th Grade Progress Reports go home

Feb. 9 – Spirit Night at Chili’s in Allen

Feb. 10 – Feb. 17 – Spring Book Fair

Feb. 10 – 6:00 – PTA Daddy/Daughter Dance at Puster

Feb. 13 – Donuts with Dad at the Bookfair - Grades K-2 @ 7:30 AM

Feb. 13 - Chess Club, Puster Pride Choir, TGA Golf, and Abrakadoodle @ 3:00

Feb. 14 - 6^th Grade Parent Registration Presentation @ SCMS Cafeteria @ 4:00

Feb. 14 – 6^th Grade GT Information Meeting @ 5:30 – 6:30 SCMS Library

Feb. 14 - Computer Explorers – Tech Stars @ 3:05

Feb 14 – Valentine Parties @ 2:00

Feb. 15 – Donuts with Dad at the Bookfair - Grades 3-5 @ 7:30 AM

Feb. 15 – 6^th Grade Parent Registration Presentation @ SCMS Auxiliary Gym @ 9:30

Feb. 15 – SWAT Team Meeting – 5^th Grade

Feb.16 - 6^th Grade GT Information Meeting @ 5:30 – 6:30 SCMS Library

Feb. 16 – 6^th Grade Parent Registration Presentation @ SCMS Cafeteria @ 7:00 PM

Feb. 16 – Feb. 16 – Puster Reads (wear your PJ’s) @ 6:00 in the library

Feb. 17 – Reading with the Leopards @ 8:00 am

Feb. 17 – Puster Pride @ 2:00

Feb. 17 – Mom/Son night out at the Texas Legends

Can’t Imagine Us Without You!

Janet

Janet Anders, Principal

Robert L. Puster Elementary

Lovejoy ISD
469-742-8226

Positive thinking will let you do everything better than negative thinking will. Zig Ziglar

Corrections to Parent Email 2/2/12

Friday, 03 February 2012 11:18

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Good morning, Lovejoy Families,

We have a few corrections for upcoming events for our 5^th Graders. So sorry for any inconvenience this might have caused.

Tuesday, February 14^th

4:00p.m. – 5:00p.m. Rising 6^th Grade Parent Registration Presentation – Cafeteria

5:30 p.m. – 6:30p.m. Rising 6^th Grade GT Information Parent Presentation – Library

Wednesday, February 15^th

9:30a.m. – 10:30a.m. Rising 6^th Grade Parent Registration Presentation – Auxiliary Gym

Thursday, February 16^th

5:30p.m. – 6:30p.m. Rising 6^th Grade GT Information Parent Presentation – Library

7:00p.m – 8:00p.m. Rising 6^th Grade Parent Registration Presentation – Cafeteria

Wednesday, February 29^th

Registration Deadline

Enjoy your weekend,

Patty

Message from the Principal

Written by Kathy Foster

Thursday, 02 February 2012 16:11

Hart Families and Friends,

It is with a heavy heart that I share an opportunity for our Hart community to support a cause near and dear to one of our families, the Schmidt Family. On Monday, January 30th, the Schmidt Family experienced an enormous loss in the death of their 10 year old daughter, Samantha. Samantha was diagnosed with Leukemia this past summer and had been receiving treatment since the beginning of the school year. Friends of Samantha and her family have coordinated a Benefit to assist in funding research to help others with Leukemia. The information regarding the benefit is included below for your consideration.

Thank you for continuing to keep the Schmidt family in your thoughts and prayers.

Kathy

heARTs for Art Auction and Benefit – Samantha Schmidt’s family would like to help fund research to find a cure for leukemia, in order to help others. Her friends want to show her family how much our community loves and cares for them. To do this, we will honor her memory with a Silent Auction and Benefit that is all about her passion - ART! But, we need your help. Feel free to forward this message to any friends or relatives. Direct any questions to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Presenting: heARTs for Art, Silent Auction and Benefit

When: Saturday, February 4, 2011, 3:00-7:00 PM

Where: The Old Allen Central Fire station, located just off West McDermott Drive at 105 South Anna, Allen, TX

Benefiting Cook Children’s Hospital -AML Leukemia Research (per the Schmidts’ request)

Upcoming Dates:

February

2 7:00 1st Gr. Music Program

3 1st Gr. Market Day

3 100th Day of School

10 Reading with the Leopards

10 2:30 Hart Beat

10 7:00 Father/Daughter Sock Hop

14 2:00 Valentine Parties

14 5:00-8:00 Chick fil a Spirit Night (Stacy Rd)

15 2nd Gr. Field Trip

16 8:30 Positive Proof

21 Author Visit - Susan Crummel

23 7:00 3rd Gr. Music Program

24 2:30 Hart Beat

29 Spring Pictures

Upcoming Events and Hart Announcements

Yearbooks

Order information coming soon!

Science Display Boards Available for Purchase

Science display boards are available for $3.00 each. First-come, first-served. Stop by the office to get yours today.

Author, Natasha Wing, visits with Kindergarten!

Our young Kindergarten writers visited with author, Natasha Wing, via Skype on February 1st. The students learned about the writing process from the writer's point of view and were able to ask her questions. After seeing Ms. Wing's office and some of the exciting projects that she is working on, the students have been inspired to write their own stories.

Reflections Recognition

Our annual recognition of those students advancing in the Reflections Contest, will be Tuesday, February 7^th from 7:30p.m. to 8:30p.m. in the Lovejoy High School Auditorium. The invitations to those students being recognized will be going home tomorrow.

UIL Information

We are excited to announce that we will be participating in the University Scholastic League (UIL) Competition again this year. The event will be held in May but at this time we need your children, in grades 2 through 5, to let us know if they are interested in trying out for competitions held within their grade level. Also, we are piloting an event this year that involves children solving chess puzzles. Be sure to check your child’s Thursday Folder for more information and for the form to complete, letting us know if your child would like to be included in try outs.

Attention 5th Grade Parents (Rising 6th Graders)

See the attached flyer for important dates for SCMS Registration!

Counselor's Corner

The Hart Resale Store

The Hart Resale store is still in need of inventory. Please bring in any toys, movies, books and games that you no longer need. We will be accepting donations Friday and Monday. Then come shop the store on Tuesday and Wednesday. Nothing will be priced over $5. Thanks for your support! See the attached flyer for complete information.

Project Cupid!

Purchase some (or all) of the attached valentines for school friends and teachers. Each valentine costs 25 cents. A piece of candy will be attached to each valentine before it is delivered. If you buy $5 worth you get to staple a roof tile onto the pre-school picture. Costumed Student Council members will deliver the valentines on Tuesday, February 14th. Help raise the roof for the CEN preschool in Costa Rica!

Hart PTA News

Father Daughter Red & Black Rock and Roll Sock Hop

Mark your calendars to attend the Father Daughter Red & Black Rock and Roll Sock Hop, Friday, February 10th from 7pm - 9pm at the Hart Cafe Dance Floor!

District Wide Announcements

Lovejoy Night Allen American Hockey Game

This Saturday evening is Lovejoy Elementary Night at The Allen Americans Hockey game. Gates open at 6:05p.m. with the game beginning at 7:05. Our PTA will receive $2 per ticket purchased by our Lovejoy families.

Dr. Ray Levy‚ Motivating Your Child/Adolescent Series, Feb. 1, 8, 15, and 22

Dr. Ray Levy will be providing sessions on how to work with your children in their every day problems and how to overcome obstacles. There are four consecutive Wednesdays, where Dr. Levy will show you how to motivate your child/adolescent and restore peace in your home. Dr. Levy uses humor, demonstration and video to teach his techniques of applying this respectful yet persistent approach to creating change with children and adolescents. style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; FONT-FAMILY: Calibri,sans-serif">

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February 1, 2012, February 8, 2012, February 15, 2012, and February 22, 2012 from 7:00-8:30 pm in the LHS Lecture Hall.

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Denim & Diamonds Gala & Auction Tickets

You're invited to the 6th Annual Denim & Diamonds Gala & Auction at Southfork Ranch, Saturday, March 31, 2012. See the attached invitation for more information.

Foundation for Lovejoy Schools Seeking Donations

The Foundation For Lovejoy Schools is seeking donations for the Denim & Diamonds auction to be held at Southfork Ranch on March 31st. Please consider donating an item or service or becoming a sponsor. See the FLS website for forms and information. The donation deadline is March 1, 2012. www.foundationforlovejoyschools.org

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Lovejoy HS News 02 02 12

Thursday, 02 February 2012 14:56

Dear Parents and Guardians,

This past weekend, I witnessed a moment that will go down in Lovejoy High School lore as one of our finest moments. During the Saturday performance of “The Music Man”, the computerized sound system that plays the score for the musical went down early on in the first act of the play. The students had been rehearsing with the electronic music system for the past month. The music system provided the background and lead instrumental pieces for the entire play.

When the music system went down, the musical directors, Bethany Green and Jessica Brewster, quickly stopped the play and sent the actors back stage. They scrapped the electronic music, used the live players who were in the pit, and added a piano, stand-up bass and drums to the orchestra. With the marvelous playing of Brooke Grall on piano (Assistant Choir Director), Ray Winkler on bass (Associate Principal) and Jeff Jahnke on drums (Band Director), we were able to reestablish a quality orchestra and pit to continue the musical with little drop in quality.

What made the performance a hit was the combination of quick thinking, a strong bench to draw from to fill in the music gap, and the calm under pressure exhibited by our student cast. They all knew they were thrown a curveball and handled it with grace and excellence.

The students and staff of Lovejoy High School should be commended for their excellent ability to adjust and perform at the top of their game in a tough situation. Job well done, team!

Gavan

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Lovejoy High School News and Information 02 02 12

Junior Parent Registration Meeting Tonight

All junior parents are encouraged to join us for a meeting from 6-7 p.m. in the LHS Auditorium to discuss 2012-13 registration and PSAT results. Immediately following this meeting is a College Kick-off from 7-8 p.m. which includes a panel discussion involving representatives from several universities:

· one public - Texas State

· one private - SMU

· one out-of-state - OU

While we encourage junior parents to stay for the kick-off, all parents and students are welcome to attend.

2012-2013 Lovejoy ISD Academic Calendar

Click HERE for your copy of the new 2012-2013 Lovejoy ISD Academic Calendar.

Track Parent Meeting

There will be a meeting on Tuesday, February at 7 pm in the Lecture Hall for parents of students who are interested in being on the track teams this spring. Coach Christensen will go over workout requirements, meet schedule, and any other information needing to be addressed.

Voter Registration

A voter registration table will be available at LHS throughout the lunch periods on Thursday, February 9th to register Lovejoy students (and anyone else that needs to register) to vote. Please note the following:

· Bring your driver’s license or permit (or have it written down)

· If you don’t have a driver’s license, they will accept your Social Security #

· You can register if you are 17 years and 10 months of age

· If you will be 18 years old on the date of the election or primary election, you are eligible to vote (the nuance here is that they can early vote if their 18th birthday falls between the start of early voting and the election day itself)

Lovejoy Spring Showcase – Save the Date

The Lovejoy Spring Showcase will take place Monday, February 13 from 6 – 8 pm in the LHS Cafeteria. For those of you who are new to LHS, Showcase is a night when teachers and staff are available in the cafeteria to answer questions about their programs. In addition, breakout informational sessions on the Gifted and Talented program, Dual Credit and the AP program are presented. The showcase will include academic and extra-curricular programs.

LHS Cheer Tryouts

It's that time of year again! LHS Cheer Tryouts will be March 9th. We will have cheer clinic March 2nd, 5th, 7th and 8th from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Paperwork will be available for pickup on Feb. 10th. There will be a School Town tryout presentation for parents that are unable to attend the tryout meeting that will be held on Feb. 17th from 5:00-6:00 p.m. The paperwork will need to be turned in to the front office no later than 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 24th. Any questions, please contact Katherine Harrison at 469-742-8700 or by email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Denim & Diamonds Auction

Tickets for the March Denim & Diamonds Auction are on sale. See flyer attached. This event sold out last year.

Prom Dress Collection

The Allen Community Outreach (ACO) is asking for your help. If you have any formal dresses or accessories that you wish to donate, please drop them off at their Resale Shop located at 801 E. Main Street, just across from Rountree Elementary School.

PTSA Reflections Recognition

I hope you will join me in celebrating the achievements of the following students at the Reflections Council Awards ceremony on February 7^th at 7:30 p.m. in the Auditorium:

Garrison Clough

Anna Ellison

Grace Kuang

Angela Tang

Emily Teague

Nichole Wierschem

These students excelled in the area of arts in education by participating in the 2011-2012 Reflections Program. They each received an award of excellence at the local level which qualified their entry to advance to the council level. The quality of work was exceptional. The high school had one entry advance to the state level: a photo taken by Nichole Wierschem.

Winter Sports Update

Tennis

Currently, the Leopard tennis team is ranked #2 in the state. Our record is 12-4. We have individual tournaments in Rockwall, Ennis, and Flower Mound coming up in preparation for our Team Regional Tournament on March 2 and 3. The top 2 teams advance to the State Team Tournament which is going to be held in Abilene this year. We should have a great shot to make the state championship game. Beating Abilene Wylie is going to be a tall order, but anything can happen once you make it that far.

Swimming

Last Saturday, the Lovejoy Swimmers went to Frisco for the District 9 4A Championships. The girls finished 2nd and the boys placed 5th in what is perhaps the most competitive district in the state. Lovejoy was led by Emily Nightingale as she won both the 200 yard freestyle and the 500 yard freestyle. Also placing for the girls were Monique Pages (4th in the 200 yard Individual Medley and 4th in the 100 yard breaststroke), Angela Tang (5th in the 200 yard freestyle and 6th in the 100 yard freestyle), and Sydney Crews (5th in the 50 freestyle). On the boys side, Blake Kohl was 3rd in Diving and Justin Brown was 5th in the 100 backstroke and 6th in the 100 freestyle. These athletes qualified for the Regional Championships in 2 weeks in Frisco. Lovejoy also qualified 5 relays to Regionals. Madison Campbell, Rachel Vaughn, Alex Pages, Nick Powell, and Drew Carson will also be going to Regionals on Relays. All of the Lovejoy Swimmers and Divers really did a great job representing our school!

Lovejoy Events and Activities

DATE TIME EVENT LOCATION Thurs. Feb. 2 6:00 pm Junior Parent Registration & College Kickoff Meeting LHS Auditorium Thurs. Feb. 2 7:00 pm Takedown Club Meeting LHS Lecture Hall Sat. Feb. 4 9:00 am Mock SAT Exam Lovejoy High School Mon. Feb. 6 6:00 pm 9th/JV Football Reception LHS Cafeteria/Auditorium Mon. Feb. 6 7:30 pm Band Booster Club Meeting LHS Band Hall Tues. Feb. 7 5:30 pm Swim Booster Club Meeting LHS Lecture Hall Tues. Feb. 7 7:00 pm Track Parent Meeting & Booster Club Meeting LHS Library Tues. Feb. 7 7:00 pm Majestics Booster Club Meeting LHS Lecture Hall Tues. Feb. 7 7:30 pm Lovejoy ISD Council Reflections Awards LHS Auditorium Wed. Feb. 8 7:00 pm SPECIAL: Dr. Levy – Motivating Your Child LHS Lecture Hall Wed. Feb. 8 7:30 pm D-up Girls’ Basketball Booster Club Meeting LHS Library Thurs. Feb. 9 During Lunches Voter Registration LHS Cafeteria Sat. Feb. 11 6:00 pm Varsity Football Banquet LHS Cafeteria/Auditorium Mon. Feb. 13 5:30 pm LHS Showcase LHS Caféteria/Commons/ Library/Lecture Hall Mon. Feb. 13 6:00 pm 9th & 10th Parent Registration Meeting LHS Auditorium Wed. Feb. 15 7:00 pm SPECIAL: Dr. Levy – Motivating Your Child LHS Lecture Hall Thurs. Feb. 16 6:30 pm Mock Exam Parent Meeting LHS Lecture Hall Fri. Feb. 17 5:30 pm LHS Cheer Tryout Meeting LHS Lecture Hall Mon. Feb. 20 6:30 pm Grand Slam Club Meeting LHS Library Mon. Feb. 20 7:00 pm Theater Booster Club Meeting LHS Theater Room Tues. Feb. 21 7:00 pm Diamond Club Booster Club Meeting LHS Lecture Hall Tues. Feb. 21 7:30 pm School Board Meeting Administration Building Wed. Feb. 22 7:00 pm SPECIAL: Dr. Levy – Motivating Your Child LHS Lecture Hall Thurs. Feb. 23 7:00 pm Band Pre-UIL Concert LHS Auditorium Wed. Feb. 29 6:30 pm Lovejoy Leopards, Inc. Board Meeting LHS Library

Support the LHS PTSA - Use Deals for Schools!!
Deals for Schools is a fundraising web browser that costs our families and our school absolutely nothing. It's basically free money...when people purchase off the Deals for Schools website. As the holidays are approaching, do your shopping via Deals for Schools. When you use the website, the money comes back to the PTSA and eventually to the school and our kids. See attached flyers.

Academic Enrichment Information at Your Fingertips
From rocket launches to nanoscience, there is something for every student at Lovejoy ISD's Academic Enrichment Tool. Research proves it, exposure to a wide variety of fields of study helps students find their academic interests. When a student's interests and talents are matched with their educational focus, excitement and drive are sure to follow!

Enrichment opportunities through academic competitions, events, clubs, camps and internships are listed on this easy to navigate tool located on the district's homepage, under "Parents ", or from each campus' homepage under "Departments". Included are school sponsored activities, as well as activities within our community and national competitions.

The new interactive calendar for use with this tool is now available! The site is regularly updated so check back frequently. If you know of an activity in our area that students would benefit from, you can easily add it to the Academic Enrichment Tool. At the bottom of the LISD Homepage, click on "Add Academic Enrichment". (Created and maintained by LISD parents, Kathy Libey and Jana Zettl).

The Red Ledger Now On-Line
After years of being a printed school newspaper, The Red Ledger is now online. Featuring news, reviews, photos, videos and much, much more, theredledger.net is the place to go for both school and community news. With daily updates (including broadcast news from LNN), theredledger.net is the source of news, information, sports and entertainment for both the high school and the Lovejoy community.

LHS PTSA Support Needed
Each year, the PTSA conducts an annual pledge drive as its primary fundraiser. The money collected is used to provide many great programs for students. The funds we raise through the PTSA pays for our important student programming projects such as: Rachel’s Challenge, leadership programs, and community service projects. We want to continue providing great programs for students this year, but cannot do it without your help. You can either mail your check in to the school or drop it off in the front office. Thank you for your support!

Volunteering for the 2011-2012 School Year
As you know for the safety and security on all campuses, our volunteers must complete a volunteer form which includes a criminal record check. In order to get the ball rolling to be approved as a volunteer, please follow these steps:
• Go to www.lovejoyisd.net
• Click on Parent Resource
• Click on Lovejoy ISD Volunteer Application
• Click on Lovejoy ISD Volunteer On-line Application Form and follow the directions.
• If you have questions about the volunteer application, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Go Red! Go Black! Go Leopards!

SCMS Newsletter dated 2/3/2012

Thursday, 02 February 2012 14:50

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Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we get ready for Super Bowl Sunday in the Messer house, I traditionally spend some time sharing memories of the dynasty days of the Dallas Cowboys with my boys. They are fascinated by how the Cowboys used to be “good,” and actually played in, and won, Super Bowls. Although I will not be rooting for either team on Sunday, I always enjoy spending time with friends and family watching the Super Bowl. Hope you have a great weekend. Go Cowboys!

Taming of the Shrew Performance – February 2, 3 and 4, 2012
Our Theatre Department’s UIL One Act Play competition home performance of Taming of the Shrew will be performed in the SCMS Cafeteria. The performances will be on February 2nd, 3rd and 4th at 7:00 PM. Tickets may be purchased in the SCMS Bookstore. Student and senior tickets are $5.00 and adult tickets are $7.00. Please come and see if we can “Tame the Shrew.”

Dr. Ray Levy – Motivating your Child/Adolescent Series February 1, 8, 15 and 22
This series of lectures will take place at Lovejoy High School Lecture Hall from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM for four consecutive Wednesdays.

Having trouble getting them to start their homework? Does your child take forever to get ready in the morning for school? These are just a few of the common everyday problems that Dr. Ray Levy will address and teach you how to overcome these obstacles. Dr. Levy will show you how to motivate your child/adolescent and restore peace in your home. Dr. Levy uses humor, demonstration and video to teach his techniques of applying this respectful yet persistent approach to creating change with children and adolescents.

Advanced Art Student’s 2nd Annual Stuffed with Love Project - February 6 – 10

As many of you remember, last year advanced art students created 35 hand sewn stuffed animals for their friends in Jacmel, Haiti. This year our campaign begins Monday, February 6^th and will end Friday, February 10^th. Please help us reach our goal of $2,000 by helping your student collect change that will be collected in each home room. The home room that collects the most money will be given a pizza party.

This year our plan is to make 45 hand sewn dolls for a small village in Costa Rica. Our goal is to raise $2000 for the kids in Nosara to help pay for the following:

*shoes and clothes
*school supplies

*repairs on their community school

Middle School Track Parent Meeting – February 8th

There will be a parent meeting for all students interested in participating in track this spring season. Meeting will take place at SCMS Cafeteria on Wednesday, February 8th at 7:00pm.

Academic Awards Ceremony – February 9, 2012
The SCMS Academic Awards Ceremony will be held on February 9 at the LHS Auditorium. Sixth grade students will receive their awards at 6:30 PM and seventh and eighth grade students will receive their awards at 7:45 PM. These awards are given to two groups of students:

To those students who have received a 90% or better in every class during the first, second and third six weeks. (“A” Students)

To those students who have received an 80% or better in every class during the first, second and third six weeks. (“A/B” Students)

Students and parents have been notified if their student is eligible to be in the “A” or “A/B” Honor Roll.

Spring Pictures – February 24^thSpring group pictures will be taken in the main gym on February 24 as well as yearbook pictures for those students who are new or missed all photo days last Fall.

Cheaper by the Dozen Auditions – February 27 and 28
“Cheaper by the Dozen” auditions will be held on February 27 and 28. Audition packets can be picked up on February 14 in the Theatre Department. Show dates are May 10, 11 and 12 at 7:00 PM in the SCMS Cafeteria. Please contact Donella DiPasquale at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you have questions or need additional infmation.

7^th & 8^th Grade White Out Dance – March 2nd

WHITE OUT is coming Friday, March 2nd from 7-9:00 pm. The event begins with our annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament from 5:30-6:30 pm. The 'black-light' dance complete with DJ, food, and fun follows from 7-9:00pm in the SCMS cafeteria. Cost for the dance is $7 per ticket and $20 per team for the tournament (registration includes entrance to the dance/please see Mrs. Hancock in Student Support Center for team payment). WHITE OUT will benefit our SCMS Lake Lavon service project!

Lake Lavon Service Learning Project – March 9^thMarch 9 is Sloan Creek Middle School’s Sixth Annual Outdoor Service Learning Project at Lake Lavon. This project involves all students, faculty and staff as well as over 100 parent and community volunteers. Each grade has a different activity planned:

8^th Grade students will be assigned Campsite Delineation
7^th Grade students will be assigned Trash Pick-up
6^th Grade students will be assigned the Project for the Blackland Prairie Raptor Center.

Permission slips went home February 1^st and are due back on Friday, February 17.

If you have questions or need more information about volunteering or making a donation, please email Lindsay Arnold, Project Coordinator at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . For your convenience, click HERE for a copy of the Permission Form, click HERE for a Volunteer Form and click HERE for a Sponsor Form.

Lovejoy High School Cheer Tryouts – March 9^th
It's that time of year again! Below is the time line.

Paperwork

Available for pickup on February 10 at LHS Front Desk

Paperwork Due

Turn in no later than 4:30 PM on February 24 @ LHS Front Desk

Tryout Meeting

February 17^th 5:30 – 6:30 PM in the LHS Lecture Hall

Cheer Clinics

March 2^nd, 5^th, 7^th and 8^th from 4:30-6:00 PM LHS Main Gym

Tryouts

March 9^th in the LHS Main Gym from 4:30-8:30 PM (times will vary depending on the number of girls trying out.)

Any questions, please contact Katherine Harrison at 469-742-8700 or by email Katherine_harrison@lovejoy

SCMS Book Fair: March 26 – March 30
The SCMS Library will have a Book Fair from Monday, March 26 through Friday, March 30, 2012.

Lovejoy Foundation's Denim & Diamonds Auction – March 31

Please click HERE for your invitation to Denim & Diamonds Auction. Tickets went on sale Wednesday, February 1^st.

The Foundation for Lovejoy Schools is seeking donations for the Denim & Diamonds auction to be held at Southfork Ranch on March 31st. Please consider donating an item or service or becoming a sponsor. See the FLS website for forms and information. The donation deadline is March 1, 2012. www.foundationforlovejoyschools.org Please click HERE to read the solicitation letter and please click HERE for a copy of the donor contract to be completed for each auction item.

You can show off your family by purchasing a family ad in the D & D program for the 2012 Denim & Diamonds Gala. In addition, you will be supporting the Foundation for Lovejoy Schools. Please click HERE for information and ordering information. Please click HERE for the order form.

PTA Brown Bag Luncheon: “Bringing Out the Best in Boys” – April 11
Kelly Smith, LPA and behavioral specialist, is returning to SCMS to help us explore the boy world. The parent presentation will begin at 11:30 AM in the main gym at SCMS on Wednesday, April 11^th. You are invited to bring your lunch with you to enjoy while listening to this informative presentation.

SCMS Yearbook Received High Ratings

The 2011 Sloan Creek Middle School yearbook, "Rosette," recently received critique ratings from the National Scholastic Press Association and Interscholastic Press League (ILPC - UIL). Last year's yearbook, "We Are..." was rated first place by the NSPA and also received a note of distinction for photography, receiving a perfect score for photography. The yearbook also received the highest rating from ILPC of distinguished merit, with a special star rating for coverage. Please congratulate the SCMS student yearbook staff.

PTA Box Tops Reminder

Box Tops are an easy way to earn money for our PTA. No amount is too small! Clip them, place them in a baggie and drop them off in the school office. We appreciate your help!

SCMS Basketball Skills Sessions

There will be a Basketball Skills Session held in both gyms at SCMS from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Click HERE for the schedule. These skills sessions are free to all Lovejoy ISD 5th - 8th grade students. Attendees should bring a ball if they have one.

STAAR Tests

In the spring of 2012, the Texas Education Agency will be administering an assessment change from TAKS (Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills) to STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness). The name change reflects a shift in focus from current achievement to the assessment of academic readiness for future success. For more information about the STAAR test and dates, please click here.

2012-2013 Registration Timeline – Revised 1-30-2012

Please click HERE for our revised Registration Timeline for the 2012-2013 school year. Please contact the Student Support Center if you have any questions about these dates.

2012-2013 Lovejoy ISD Academic Calendar

Click HERE for your copy of the new 2012-2013 Lovejoy ISD Academic Calendar.

Master Calendar 4^th Six Weeks 2011-2012

Attached is the 4th 6 weeks calendar marking major tests, quizzes and project due dates. All dates are subject to change based on the needs of the learners.

Updates will follow as necessary. Click HERE to see the Master Calendar.

SCMS Calendar of Events

Date

Time

Event

Location

February 2, 3 and 4

7:00 PM

“Taming of the Shrew”
UIL One Act Play Performance

Cafeteria

February 6

5:30 PM

Basketball vs. Utley
7^th Grade Boys
7^th Grade Girls

Home
Utley

February 7

6:00-7:00 PM

Rising 9^th Grade Parent Presentations

Cafeteria

February 7

All Day

Rising 9^th Grade Student Presentations

SCMS Aux. Gym

February 7

6:30 PM

Reflections Award Ceremony

LHS Auditorium

February 7

5:30 PM

Basketball vs. Utley
8^th Grade Girls

Home

February 8

5:30 PM

Basketball vs. Utley
8^th Grade Boys

Away

February 8

7:00 PM

Track Parent Meeting

SCMS Cafeteria

February 9

6:30 PM
7:45 PM

Academic Awards – 6^th Grade
Academic Awards – 7^th & 8^th Grade

LHS Auditorium

February 10

All Day

Rising 7^th Grade Student Presentation

SCMS Aux. Gym

February 10-11

5:30 PM

Basketball A Team Tournament
7^th Grade Girls

SCMS

February 13

6:00 – 8:00 PM

Rising 9^th Grade LHS Course
Showcase

LHS

February 14

All Day

Rising 8^th Grade Student Presentations

SCMS Aux. Gym

February 14

4:00-5:00 PM

Rising 6^th Grade Parent Registration Presentation

Cafeteria

February 14

4:00-5:00 PM

Rising 7^th/8^th Grade GT Info Parent Presentation

Library

February 14

5:30-6:30 PM

Rising 7^th/8^th Grade Parent Registration Presentation

Cafeteria

February 14

5:30-6:30 PM

Rising 6^th Grade GT Info Parent Presentation

Library

February 15

9:30 – 10:30 AM

Rising 6^th Grade Parent Registration Presentation

SCMS Aux. Gym

February 15

11:00 – 12:00 PM

Rising 7^th/8^th Grade Parent Registration Presentation

SCMS Aux. Gym

February 16

5:30-6:30 PM

Rising 7^th/8^th Grade Parent Registration Presentation

Cafeteria

February 16

5:30-6:30 PM

Rising 6^th Grade GT Info Parent Presentation

Library

February 16

7:00 – 8:00 PM

Rising 6^th Grade Parent Registration Presentation

Cafeteria

February 16

7:00 – 8:00 PM

Rising 7^th/8^th Grade GT Info Parent Presentation

Library

February 16

7:00 PM

Orchestra Winter Concert

LHS Auditorium

February 17

Club Day

SCMS

February 20

All Day

Rising 9^th Grade Computer Registration Via Science Classes

Room B108 and Library

February 21

All Day

Rising 7^th Grade Computer Registration Via Science Classes

Room B108 and Library

February 21

4:15 PM

Tennis vs. Cain

LHS

February 22

All Day

Rising 8^th Grade Computer Registration Via Science Classes

Room B108 and Library

February 24

8:00 AM 2:00 PM

Group Pictures

SCMS Main Gym

February 24

3:00 PM

Pep Rally – Winter Sports

SCMS Main Gym

February 24-25

All Day

Special Olympics

SCMS Main and Aux. Gym

February 27

All Day

Computer Registration Makeup Day

Room B108 and Library

February 27

4:00 – 8:00 PM

Band Ensemble Contest

SCMS

February 27-28

4:10 PM

Cheaper by the Dozen
Auditions

Black Box Theatre

February 29

All Day

Registration Deadline

SCMS

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Kent Messer

Principal

Sloan Creek Middle School

469-742-8400

214-293-9938

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Principal

Sloan Creek Middle School

469-742-8400

214-293-9938

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