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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.

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!

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.

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

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

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!

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

LUES Family Focus: Don't Stress the TEST! Healthy Diet- Provide a balanced breakfast on test days or encourage your child to eat at school. Fueling the body with nutritious foods can improve cognitive function.

LUES RECOGNIZES SCHOOL LIBRARIAN DAY APRIL 4 Thank you to Melissa Wiggins, our Media Specialist at LUES for all she does to support our teachers and students. On April 4th each year, we recognize the professionals who keep the school library in working order. School librarians spend long hours keeping the library organized. They are also dedicated to helping our children find the resources they need to keep learning.

LUES CELEBRATES EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN'S WEEK APRIL 14-18 Dress Up Days-- Wear these colors Monday- Green for Sensory Disabilities Tuesday- Red for Physical Disabilities Wednesday- Blue for Emotional and Behavior Thursday- Yellow for Neurodivergence Friday- White for Invisible Disabilities

LUES Family Focus: Don't Stress the TEST! Rest: Ensure your child gets a good night's sleep before test days. Put these dates on your calendar: April 21-25, 2025 , and try to make sure your schedule allows them to be in bed on time the night before their tests. A well-rested mind increases focus and performance.

LUES Family Focus for April: Don't Stress the TEST! This month, as GMAS testing approaches, we will send out many ways that families can support and encourage their students. You will receive ideas and reminders of how you can support your child and the school as testing begins! By working together, we can help your child perform at their best and navigate the GMAS with confidence and resilience.

LUES FAMILY FOCUS: SUMMER BREAK Summer can be a great opportunity for children to recharge and try new things. Take advantage of the flexible schedule and let this break be a time of growth, fun, and memories for your child. Happy Summer!

NO SCHOOL LUES SPRING BREAK FRIDAY MARCH 28-APRIL 4, 2025. See you back at school on April 7, 2025

FECHA: 27 de marzo de 2025 Hola familia LUES, ¡Felicitaciones a su estudiante por completar el primer diagnóstico iReady para el año escolar 2024-2025! Como mencioné antes, el Diagnóstico es una herramienta importante que utilizamos para comprender mejor a su estudiante y donde podemos ofrecer el mejor apoyo. También puede hablar con su estudiante sobre el trabajo que acaba de completar y obtener más información sobre su progreso. Aquí hay algunas preguntas que puede utilizar para iniciar una discusión: · ¿Cómo fue realizar el Diagnóstico? ¿Qué hiciste durante la prueba para asegurarte de haber dado lo mejor de ti? · Cuéntame algunas de las reflexiones que has hecho a partir de tus datos. de qué estas orgulloso? ¿En qué necesitas trabajar? · ¿Qué objetivos te planteaste a partir de este Diagnóstico? · ¿Cómo puedo ayudarte a alcanzar tus objetivos? Gracias nuevamente por su continua colaboración y apoyo en el aprendizaje de sus estudiantes. Mejor, Rhonda Piedra Director, LUES

DATE: March 27, 2025 Hello LUES Family, Congratulations to your student on completing the final iReady Diagnostic for the 2024-2025 school year! As I’ve mentioned before, the Diagnostic is an important tool we use to understand your student better and where we can offer the best support. You can also talk to your student about the work they just completed and learn more about their progress. Here are some questions you can use to spark a discussion: · What was it like to take the Diagnostic? What did you do during the test to make sure you did your best? · Tell me about some of the reflections you’ve made from your data. What are you proud of? What do you need to work on? · What goals did you set based on this Diagnostic? · How can I help support your goals? Thank you again for your continued partnership and support in your student’s learning. Best, Rhonda Stone Principal, LUES

LUES FAMILY FOCUS: SUMMER BREAK Cook Together: Involve your child in meal planning and preparation. Let them explore new recipes and create grocery lists. Cooking together not only teaches valuable life skills but also allows for bonding, exploration, and memories! Post a picture of you and your child cooking.

Toombs County School Nutrition is providing free breakfast and lunch to kids 18 and under this summer @ Toombs County High School. We will offer a 4 day meal pickup each Thursday in June, while supplies last. Please see the flyer or call our office for more information. Families can also visit https://foodfinder.us/ for additional food resources.

Welcome to Lyons Upper Elementary School! We are excited about your interest in our school. Our New Student Registration for the 2024-2025 school year will be held on Wednesday, July 31st from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM at Lyons Upper Elementary. Students can only be registered by a legal guardian. Please bring the following items with you when you come to register your child: Child’s birth certificate Social Security card Immunization form Ear, Eye Dental (EED) form Photo ID Proof of residency Thank you again for your interest in Lyons Upper Elementary School. If we can help you in anyway, please don’t hesitate to call us at 912-526-5816 or email the following staff members: Mrs. Tara Collins LUES School Info. Specialist tara.collins@toombs.k12.ga.us Mrs. Rhonda Stone LUES principal rhonda.stone@toombs.k12.ga.us