Message from Principal Thompson

Stallion Families,

This week has shown me the impact our students’ leadership and Leader in Me program has on our campus. Watching our 5th grade students help greet our families and open car doors during morning carpool gives me such pride!

Next week, our 3rd through 5th grade students will begin their first round of common assessments. This data will help our teachers focus on student growth throughout the school year and ensure we are providing rigorous instruction that will challenge and grow all students.

Don’t forget to join us tomorrow for our Movie Night TOMORROW out on the field (weather permitting). We will notify everyone via email and social media if plans change.

Next Friday, October 8th, is our elementary fair day! We hope everyone can have fun, rest, and recharge!

Stallion Strong,

Principal Thompson

UPCOMING DATES

OCT 1: Lakewoodstock Spirit Day

OCT 1: Family Movie Night! (7pm)

OCT 1: Chili Cookoff Entry Deadline - Fall Festival

OCT 8: Elementary Fair Day / Secondary PD Day - no school for kids!

OCT 15: Secondary Fair Day / Elementary PD Day - no school for kids!

OCT 16: Fall Festival (2-6pm)

OCT 18-22: Parent Teacher Conferences

OCT 21: PTA Board Meeting (7pm)

OCT 28: PTA General Meeting (7pm) (zoom)

 NEW ANNOUCEMENTS

PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES

This month we will be holding parent conferences with teachers via zoom. The window for those conferences is October 18th – 22nd, although some teachers may start the week prior.

Be on the lookout for a sign up link sent from your homeroom teacher!

Let's see that LAKEWOODSTOCK spirit!

Wear your shirts, hats and tats on Friday, October 1st!

Click Here to Order Yearbook

Submit PDF or JPEG images to dpearson@quiltcraft.com!

GET YOUR LAKEWOODSTOCK AUCTION PARTY TICKETS NOW!

Join us for a far out evening of live music, silent and live auctions, open bar and trendy food stations — all in plenty of space to move and groove both outdoors and indoors!

When: November 12 from 7:00pm-12:30am
Where: Marie Gabrielle Restaurant and Gardens

Sponsored by Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate and brought to you by Lakewood Early Childhood PTA, this groovy event will raise funds for Lakewood Elementary, J.L. Long Middle School, Woodrow Wilson High School and surrounding feeder schools.

Get your tickets NOW before they're all gone and don't forget to check out our Auction Party VIP Backstage Pass to get exclusive access and perks all weekend long!

BUY TICKETS HERE!!

LAKEWOOD HOME TOUR!

The Lakewood Home Tour Street-View Edition, organized by the Lakewood Early Childhood PTA, is one of the biggest fundraisers of the year for our school. On Saturday, November 13 from 11:00am - 3:00pm stop by each home and check out the activations outside. Each site will feature a different theme - think pumpkins, fiesta fun, a trip to the fair and maybe a visit from Santa too! Then join the Candlelight Tour Saturday night from 6:00pm - 9:00pm and enjoy a toast while seeing the grounds of each beautiful home.

Purchase your Home Tour Festival Guidebook, Family Activation Packs, and Candlelight tickets today at lakewoodhomefestival.com.

3rd Grade Campus Clean-up!

This school year, a different grade will be asked to help with a campus & garden clean-up each month and October will be our 3rd graders! Thanks to the awesome job of our 5th and 4th graders in August and September!

Come help us the day after Fall Fest on Sunday, October 17th from 4-5pm by picking up trash on the Lakewood campus so the school is sparkling clean. Trash bags and gloves will be provided.

Sign up HERE!

Interested in Dancing in Woodrow's Nutcracker?

Calling all Elementary students, grades 1-5!

We are excited to return to performing our annual production of The Nutcracker. This year we are inviting our elementary school students to perform with Woodrow Dance Company. They will be casted for a role in the 1st Act (Party Scene or Mouse) and the 2nd Act (Angel or Candy Cane Sprite). This year there will be 1 cast of students and they will perform all 3 dates listed below. If you have any questions, please contact Marissa Marez at mamcconnell@dallasisd.org.

Performances:

Thursday, December 9 | 7:30 p.m.

Friday, December 10 | 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 11 | 1:30 p.m.

Land of the Sweets Character Breakfast and Santa:

Saturday, December 11 | 11:30 a.m.

Notes:

Only 20 dancers will be accepted.
Registration will close once 20 applicants have completed their form and payment.
Nutcracker registration fee is $50. The fee includes 10 classes and rehearsals, a Nutcracker t-shirt, and a video of the performance
You will be notified of your child’s roles when you receive your welcome letter via email.
Dancers will be provided costumes except for the Party Scene. You will have to provide a dress or suit appropriate for a formal holiday party.
Parents and director will communicate via email and REMIND 101. Send the code @studio1215 to 81010
Registration link HERE
Payment link HERE
Rehearsal schedule is below, but is subject to change based on the progress of the dances.
Covid-19 safety precautions protocol: All students wear a mask during all rehearsals and performances, 3 feet apart, hand sanitizer available, entrance and exit procedures will be provided.

UIL Academic Club!

Sponsor(s): Kelli Hale

Grade Levels/openings available: 3rd- 5th (4 openings per grade level)

Description: UIL (The University Interscholastic League) is an academic club for students who like to challenge themselves beyond the classroom learning. Three students from each grade level will compete, against other students in the district, in academics such as Writing, Listening, Spelling and Number Sense.

Requirements/Participation Guidelines: Students will be required to attend weekly meetings on Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 starting 10/14. In addition, students will be responsible for studying take-home materials and practice tests. The students selected for UIL MUST commit to attending the Fall and Spring District UIL competitions held at The Obama Leadership Academy on Saturday, December 4th and Saturday, April 2nd starting at 8:30 a.m.

Students interested in applying should submit a one page essay explaining why they want to compete in UIL Academic Competitions to Mrs. Hale by Oct. 8th.

More information can be found HERE.

 PREVIOUSLY SHARED INFORMATION

STUDENT CLUBS & ACTIVITIES UPDATE!

As we previously shared, Lakewood will be limiting the extracurricular “clubs” for district-sponsored student activities only. Please see below for the latest updates:

Lakewood Kids Choir

Sponsor(s): Erick Reich

Grade Levels/openings available: 3rd - 5th (40 openings total)

Description: The Lakewood Kids Choir is open to students in grades 3 through 5. Students will sing in unison and dual part singing. Students will learn music to accompany the Lakewood Instrument Ensemble in a December concert. Kids Choir will meet during the Fall semester only. Rehearsal will be on Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30pm in the Auditorium.

If you are interested in joining the Lakewood Kids Choir, please sign-up via this SignUpGenius. There are only 40 spots and they will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.

Requirements/Participation Guidelines:

Be available for all rehearsals - every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 beginning September 30^th.
Be able to be picked up promptly at 4:30 from the front foyer of the school.
You must LOVE music!

Lakewood Instrument Ensemble

Sponsor(s): Megan Benton

Grade Levels/openings available: 3rd - 5th (20 openings total)

Description: The Lakewood Instrument Ensemble is open to students in grades 3 through 5. Students will play Orff Xylophones and learn to perform instrumental music in multiple parts. Students will learn music to accompany the Lakewood Kids Choir in a December concert. Instrument ensemble will meet during the Fall semester only. Rehearsal will be on Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30pm in the music room.

If you are interested in joining the Lakewood Instrument Ensemble, please sign-up via this SignUpGenius. There are only 20 spots and they will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.

Requirements/Participation Guidelines:

Be available for all rehearsals - every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 beginning September 30^th.
Be able to be picked up promptly at 4:30 from the front foyer of the school.
You must LOVE music!

Lone Star Challenge

Sponsor(s): Robin Pattillo

Grade Levels/openings available: 4th & 5th/9 to10

Description: The Lone Star Challenge is an academic competition; it is the elementary version of the Academic Decathlon and the Academic Pentathlon. Each year we have a different theme of study; we compete in four academic areas. Lone Star Challenge is a state-wide competition.

Requirements/Participation Guidelines: Students will meet for practice at least once per week after school. Additionally, team members will be expected to complete study guide / read independently. Lone Star Challenge team is a great choice for students who love to learn and enjoy working with their peers.

More information can be found HERE.

Instructions for sign-ups coming in future weeks!

Courtyard Garden needs watering through October!!

We have opened up dates through October since our irrigation system still hasn't been turned on by DISD. Please consider signing up for a Wednesday or Saturday over the coming weeks to ensure our garden stays happy and healthy for our community to enjoy! Thank you!

SIGN UP HERE!