Month: October 2017

Oct 2017

History Of Halloween

What do you think of when you hear the word Halloween? Eating an endless amount of treats, playing scary pranks, or carving giant pumpkins may pop into your mind. October 31 brings a day full of costumes and trick-or-treating. But why do we celebrate Halloween? This spooky holiday dates far back and has changed quite a bit over the years.

Oct 2017

Please Donate to Our Candy Drive

We’re currently accepting donations to our Candy Drive and asking students to drop off candy at school. Candy contributions will be distributed at Harvest Fest on October 27. The three classes collecting the most candy will win a special prize!

Oct 2017

No After-School Care on October 27

Due to preparation for the evening’s Harvest Fest, after-school care will not be available on Friday, October 27. Parents, please pick your child up at the dismissal of school, 3 p.m. for grades K-6 and 3:15 p.m. for grades 7-8. Thank you for your cooperation.

Oct 2017

Create the Future in Robotics Club

Students in grades 6-8 are invited to join Lakeside’s Robotics Club. Beginning October 25, the club will meet every Wednesday, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Seating is limited. A $25 membership fee includes a team T-shirt.

Oct 2017

Family Fun at Harvest Fest

Our annual celebration of autumn will take place on Friday, October 27, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Bring friends and family for an evening of food and activities for all ages.

Oct 2017

Discoverer’s Day

The second Monday in October is a U.S. holiday celebrating the discovery of the New World. Discoverer’s Day, also known as Columbus Day, acknowledges Christopher Columbus’ finding of America, as well as the other important early explorers that came after him. Additional notable voyagers include Lewis and Clark, James Cook, Henry Hudson, and Amerigo Vespucci.