Lakeside Families Deserve Thanks

The generosity of Lakeside parents and students have had a positive impact on those affected by recent natural disasters. We’d like to express our gratitude to everyone who made it possible for us to donate over 1,500 items to people in need.

Autumnal Equinox

Fall begins every year on the day of the autumnal equinox. Typically, this event takes place on September 22 or 23. This year, the equinox will happen on September 22 at 1:02 p.m. MST.

Sign Up For Weekly Taekwondo Classes

Desert Taekwondo will be holding classes every Wednesday afternoon at Lakeside. Tae kwon do not only enhances a child’s fitness, but also teaches children discipline and respect while building self-esteem. Complete the form below to participate beginning September 6.

Wanted: Mad Scientists

Are you mad for science? If so, join Lakeside’s Mad Scientist Club! From September 7-December 21, students will meet every Thursday from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Ms. Chambers’ room.

PowerSchool Keeps Parents Informed

Parents at La Paloma Lakeside are encouraged to sign up for PowerSchool. This easy-to-use app serves as a platform for communicating with teachers and accessing student performance in real time.

Chess Players, It’s Your Move

If you love playing chess, or if you’d like to learn, make the right move and join Lakeside’s Chess Club. From September 7-December 21, the club will meet every Thursday from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Ms. Bell’s room.

A Helping Hand with Homework

Parents will do anything for their children. So, it should come as no surprise that when children are agonizing over nightly homework assignments, parents are eager to alleviate the pain by offering their help. This raises several questions: What are the best ways to help kids with homework, and how much help is too much?

Proof That Character Counts

Former U of A basketball star, Joseph Blair, was a recent speaker at Lakeside’s Character Counts assemblies. He discussed how the Six Pillars of Character have shaped his life and paved the road to his success.