Why Drug Awareness Week Matters

No one likes to contemplate drug use in schools, particularly in elementary and middle grades. So no one really likes to be reminded about it. That’s a natural reaction for most parents and many students. But recent statistics indicate that drug use among middle school students is on the rise and that more are actually using drugs or alcohol in school.

Home Sweet Home is a Great Place for Learning

“Homework” might not be one of the most welcomed words in a student’s vocabulary, but it’s a necessity of their learning process. Homework helps reinforce material and skills that are taught in class, introduce material for future lessons and teach students how to apply learned skills to new or multiple subjects.

A special letter to LPA Lakeside Parents from Superintendent

Dear Parents,

We know you have options when it comes to your child’s education, and I want to thank you for partnering with us. We truly value our students and parents and believe that all children have the ability to be successful both in and outside our school.

Giving our teachers a pat on the back

If you ask your child what makes him or her successful at our school, he or she will probably tell you about our excellent teachers. What students take away from a successful education usually centers around a strong connection with teachers who inspire them to achieve their dreams.

Teach and Enrich: Our plan to utilize Beyond Textbooks

This year, La Paloma is proud to begin using Beyond Textbooks. As Common Core standards are further implemented across the state, we are rising to meet the challenge. We want to help our students succeed by introducing this innovative program.

Getting ready for the new school year

I don’t know about you, but I am already a little tired of seeing and hearing the back-to-school hype on TV and the radio. It’s true that school resumes at La Paloma Academy on Thursday, July 31st, so it is time to start getting geared up for your children to resume their educations.

It’s my belief that a key to preparations for starting a new school year should be getting your children organized prior to the start of school. I know that the teachers and staff at La Paloma Academy are in the midst of getting organized, as well for the start of the new school year.

The La Paloma Advantage

We are always looking for ways in which to improve academic achievement, especially in the areas of reading and mathematics. According to recent research, programs that were designed to enhance social and emotional support among children also improved academic performance.

August Title 1 Summer Workshop Date Announced for Parents

Don’t Wait…Enroll Today!

The June 26th chapter of our Title 1 Summer Workshop series has been moved to August 13th. There is still room for you to attend! Sign up today and help your child become a better student. La Paloma is dedicated to helping parents encourage a love of learning in their child. We aim to positively affect students’ behaviors and interests from what they learn in school.

August 13 · 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Fostering a Lifelong Love of Reading in Your Child

This workshop is for parents of children ranging from kindergarten to 8th grade. The workshop will include a free book for each family in attendance.

June Title I Workshops for Parents

Parents Don’t Wait…Enroll Today!

All three workshops will be from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and a free spaghetti dinner is included, along with free child care, if needed. Because education doesn’t stop when the dismissal bell rings, La Paloma is offering these workshops to help parents foster a love of learning in their child and reinforce at home what has been learned in school.

Let’s go Camp-ing!

Parents, school is almost out. What will your children do all day? Research has shown that if students don’t have academic stimulation over the summer, they return to school one month academically behind.