Lyons Upper Elementary School -

Mrs. Kennedy's 3rd grade class have written chapter summaries from an in class read aloud, titled "The Bad Guys". Mrs. Kennedy created a booklet of all the students printed summaries, and students created a drawing to represent their chapter summary. Great job guys! #shine

Mrs. Larsen's and Mrs. Reese's fifth grade math classes enjoyed the day doing some end of the year review with an Easter egg hunt. #5thgraderocks #shine

LUES Family Focus for April: Don't Stress the TEST! Encouragement- Your support and encouragement can make a big impact on your child. Think about slipping a note of encouragement in their bookbag or lunchbox on the day of the test.

REMEMBER TO WEAR WHITE FRIDAY 4/18 to support students with INVISIBLE DISABILITIES. It is Exceptional Children's Week at LUES.

Check it out - Reading Skills for Test Success ENGLISH https://www.parent-institute-online.com/kits/files/5K02%20Video%20Reading.mp4 SPANISH https://www.parent-institute-online.com/kits/files/6K02%20SPAN%20Video%20Reading.mp4

LUES Family Focus for April: Don't Stress the TEST! School Support- Encourage your child to ask questions and seek clarification from their teachers if they are unsure about any material or concepts. This should be done prior to test day because teachers are not allowed to help them on the day of the test.

REMEMBER TO WEAR YELLOW THURSDAY 4/17 to support students with NEURODIVERGENCE. It is Exceptional Children's Week at LUES.

We are so eggs-cited to have the bunnies come hopping in to visit! What's the Easter Bunny's favorite game? Hopscotch. What kind of jewelry does Mrs Easter Bunny wear? 14 carrot gold

LUES Family Focus for April: Don't Stress the TEST! Address Test Anxiety- Test anxiety is normal, so if your child experiences this anxiety, teach relaxation techniques and coping strategies, such as deep breathing exercises or breaks, to manage the stress.

REMEMBER TO WEAR BLUE WEDNESDAY 4/16 We will wear BLUE to recognize children with Emotional and Behavior Disorders. It is Exceptional Children's Week at LUES!

Check it out - Ways Busy Families Can Help Children Succeed on Standardized Tests: ENGLISH https://www.parent-institute-online.com/kits/files/5K02%20Video%2012%20Things.mp4 SPANISH https://www.parent-institute-online.com/kits/files/6K02%20SPAN%20Video%2012%20Things.mp4

If any student is interested in the Onion Run this year, we have a 20% discount code. Code: LUES25

Congratulations to our 3rd 8 weeks Honor Roll and Star Honor Roll recipients!! Way to go guys! #shine

LUES Family Focus for April: Don't Stress the TEST! Stay Positive- Maintain a positive attitude about testing. Encourage your child to approach assessments as opportunities to showcase their knowledge and skills, and remind them that you are looking for growth, not perfection. Your attitude about the test can be contagious to your child, so it is important that it is positive!

REMEMBER TO WEAR RED TUESDAY 4/15 Wear RED for PHYSICAL Disabilities It's EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN'S WEEK

REMEMBER TO WEAR GREEN MONDAY 4/14 Wear GREEN for Sensory Disabilities It's EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN'S WEEK

"Hoppy Day" presented by Lyons Community Heart & Soul will be held Today, April 12 from 1PM-4PM at the 304 Society Garden in downtown Lyons. Enjoy games, food, egg hunt, prizes, Easter baskets and more! Don't miss it!

The Greatest of All Time Animal Program is at the Vidalia Library from 3-5 PM April 11. All ages and abilities are welcome. They will have a local author, vet, kitten rescue, animal rescue, and animal trainer on site, as well as a service dog (and her human companion). Families can grab a free snack, enter a raffle for prizes, visit with local animal professionals and check-out new items at the library. Educators that stop in will get a free book for their classroom library while supplies last.

LUES Family Focus for April: Don't Stress the TEST! Regular Study Habits- Encourage your child to review materials and practice problems before the test. Consistent study habits, implemented over time, can boost confidence and minimize stress and anxiety on test day. Don't try to cram the material in the night before the test, that is unrealistic and will increase testing anxiety.

"Hoppy Day" presented by Lyons Community Heart & Soul will be held Saturday, April 12 from 1PM-4PM at the 304 Society Garden in downtown Lyons. Enjoy games, food, egg hunt, prizes, Easter baskets and more!