Early Release on December 22

Friday, December 22, is the last day of the semester. Students will be released at 11:30 a.m. with no lunch and no after-school care. Parents should make other arrangements on that day.

Fitness for Kids

Exercise keeps kids physically and mentally healthy. Children need at least one hour of physical activity a day to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Getting active improves the immune system, makes bones stronger, and decreases risks of diseases later in life. Starting exercise at a young age can prevent certain types of cancers and will help blood pressure and bone density in the future. From rollerblading to joining a sports team, there are many options to get kids out and about.

Giving Back Year-Round

The holiday season is often called the season of giving. We remind our children that it is important to give to others less fortunate than us around Thanksgiving and Christmas because not everyone gets presents or has warm clothes to wear in the cold months. Parents can carry on the season of giving and make it a year-round occasion that kids will look forward to.

5 Ways to Eat Healthy

Eating healthy is essential for kids’ growth and physical development. The right nutrients help to gain more energy, improve mental performance, and boost the immune system. Just saying “avoid junk food” is not enough to convince kids to make healthy choices. These tips for healthy eating will get you and your child on the right path.

Teaching Kids the Dangers of Smoking

On the third Thursday of every November, smokers around the nation come together to take part in the American Cancer Society Great American Smokeout. This event challenges smokers to quit using tobacco products and provides them with resources to stay away. Tobacco use is the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in the world, which is why the Great American Smokeout remains an important event.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.