Have a 4th grader in your family?
You’re in luck:
At “Every Kid in a Park”
fourth graders can
sign up for an
annual pass that grants them and a carload of passengers
free access to all national parks!
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Richland Northeast High School’s
Trick-or-Trunk
When: Sunday, October 30, 2016
4pm to 6pm
Where: Richland Northeast High School
7500 Brookfield Road
Columbia, SC 29223
Come enjoy an afternoon of Trick-or-treating with your favorite movie characters! Make sure you’re dressed to impress in your
Halloween costumes!
There will be face painting, bounce houses, & Halloween candy!
Please contact Ms. Boedy at 699-2800 ext. 79812 if you have any questions.
Mark your calendars for DARESCREAM!
Thursday, October 27th
4:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.
DARESCREAM is a FREE family fun night that takes place yearly
at Baskin Robbins 4711 Forest Drive in Forest Acres.
This year will be our 10th DARESCREAM.
Please mark your calendar for October 27, 2016
from 4:00 pm until 9:00 p.m.
The parking lot at BR will become a magical adventure. We will have two bounce houses, a bike course, and law enforcement from around our state will set up booths with games and prevention education. The Columbia Fire Fighters will be offering important fire prevention tips just in time for cold weather. The Thunder Pigs will be playing some awesome music along with the Capital City Shag Club demonstrating line dances, shagging, plus offering you a chance to learn how to join in the fun.
There will be food vendors set up in the parking lot this year, so come hungry!
Monday, September 26, 2016
New Elementary School Attendance Lines Meeting
at Forest Lake Elementary
Wednesday, September 28th
6:00 p.m.
Forest Lake Library
Richland School District Two is beginning the process of drawing attendance lines for its newest elementary school, Jackson Creek Elementary. The school board approved the name at its regularly scheduled meeting on August 23. Jackson Creek is the district’s 20th elementary school. It’s currently under construction on Trenholm Road Extension and scheduled to open in fall of 2017. Jackson Creek will help relieve overcrowding at elementary schools in the southern portion of the district.
The district will host a series of Community Feedback Sessions on the proposed new attendance lines to garner public input:
- Wednesday, Sept. 28 — Forest Lake Elementary
Each session begins at 6 p.m. with a brief presentation followed by time for parents to review maps, ask questions and complete feedback forms.
Sunday, September 25, 2016
Forest Lake Elementary School
NASA Family Night “World Space Week”
Sponsored by PTO
Thursday, October 6, 2016
5:15 pm – 6:45 pm
Dinner and Bake Sale in the Cafeteria
Free ongoing activities for
families throughout the school
Scholastic Book Fair
in the Media Center until 7:30 pm
Please join us for an evening of
food, fun, learning and shopping!
Dinner ~ Pizza, Salad and a drink
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Forest Lake Elementary School
NASA Family Night October 6, 2016
Dinner Ticket in advance - $5.00 At the door - $6.00
Child’s Name _____________________________ Grade ____
Teacher ____________ Number of tickets ______
Total amount enclosed $____________
Make checks payable to Forest Lake and include
your phone number on the check.
Thursday, September 22, 2016
Coming to Forest Lake Elementary School
First Lego League Jr. Lego Club for Girls
Who can apply? All Second Grade and Third Grade Girls
What is the Jr. Lego Club: FIRST LEGO League Jr.* is non-competitive and is designed to introduce STEM concepts to kids ages 6 to 10 while exciting them through a brand they know and love − LEGO®. All skill levels are welcomed and needed, technical or non-technical.
What do I need to do to apply?
Complete the application and return it by the due date no later than 3 pm. Look for the application in Family Folders next Friday.
Is there a fee?
There is a one-time $25 dollar fee that will include a team t-shirt and help with meeting materials and Expo fees.
How will team members be chosen?
Due to the limit set by First Lego League for a team, 6 children who turn in the completed application by the due date will be chosen by a random drawing. Parents will be notified and must sign and return the acceptance letter by the date listed to reserve their child’s spot. If the form is not returned by the acceptance deadline, the spot will be offered to another student.
When will they meet?
Meetings will be on Wednesdays starting on October 12th from 3:00 to 4:15.
What else do I need to know?
There is an Expo after our holiday break (date TBA) that the team will attend either in Spartanburg or Charleston. This is the culminating event and it is very important that all members attend. Parents are responsible for providing transportation to the event.
For more info on the program visit the following website:
http://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/flljr
Wednesday, September 21, 2016
Friday, September 16, 2016
Head Lice Facts for Parents
HEAD LICE FACTS – A GUIDE FOR PARENTS- Check your child’s homework each night and check their hair for head lice. Stop lice in their tracks.
A common problem
Lice are small insects that live on human hair. Children 3-11 are their usual hosts. Having head lice has nothing to do with poor personal hygiene. Lice do not jump, hop, or fly, nor do they typically survive off their human host more than 24 hours. They are mainly acquired by direct head-to-head contact with an infested person’s hair and therefore are most likely transmitted in the home setting. Lice should not be considered a medical or public health problem, since they rarely (if ever) cause direct harm and are not known to transmit infectious agents from person-to person.
Signs and symptoms
Intense itching is the most common sign that your child may have head lice. Lice are about the size of a sesame seed; the color may be grayish-white to reddish-brown. Their nits are small, silvery-white and are attached to the hair shaft just above the scalp. Head lice are commonly found around the nape of the neck and behind the ears.
How do I treat this condition?
Use of an over-the-counter product is the first step in treatment. It is very important to follow any instructions that are included with the product. After using the product, use a metal nit comb to remove dead lice and nits. Repeat the treatment with the product 7-10 days after the first application. After another 7-10 days, re-examine the child’s head. If live lice are still seen, treatment failure or resistance likely has occurred. A health-care professional will advise you to use a prescription product.
Other steps to take
Excessive cleanup in the home- that is major scrubbing of all surfaces and items in a room- is not necessary but the child’s clothes, towel, and bedding should be washed in hot water or dried on high heat. The same can be done for the child’s toys or blanket or with items used in the child’s hair. Do not use insecticides on furniture, rugs or pets. Inspect other family members for head lice. Never treat your child for head lice unless you know he/she is infested. Smothering lice with mayonnaise, petrolatum, or olive oil is not recommended. These approaches have not been adequately studied. It is especially important to avoid using dangerous materials such as kerosene, gasoline, paint thinners or turpentine to get rid of lice.
What else do I need to know?
Children should understand the importance of not sharing combs, brushes or hats or any personal hygiene items. Children should also know that head-to-head contact with friends can transmit lice. Inspect your child’s head carefully and frequently for signs of lice and nits. Pay close attention to children who consistently scratch their heads. If your child has a case of head lice, please inform your school nurse and classroom teacher.
For more information
For reliable information, visit the web sites, American Academy of Pediatrics: www.aap.org, the National Association of School Nurses: www.nasn.org, or contact your school nurse, or your family physician
Safety Photo ID’s
September 20th!
Students will have the opportunity to have a safety ID made on Tuesday, September 20th. Envelopes will be coming home on Monday. If you would like for your child to participate please fill out the identification cards and enclose your money. Please return envelopes to your child’s homeroom teacher on Tuesday.
Thursday, September 15, 2016
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Forest Lake Elementary was excited to welcome Dr. Roosevelt Johnson, Deputy Associate Administrator for Education for NASA, yesterday.
Dr. Johnson visited classrooms, presented to students and talked with teachers, district office staff and community members. We had an amazing day and we hope he will visit us again soon!
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Thursday, September 8, 2016
Calling all 4th and 5th grade students that are
interested in applying for the
LEGO Robotics Competition Team this school year.
All students must complete and turn in an application to
Mrs. Lundy by Wednesday, September 14th.
The applications will go home today in Friday Folders, but you can also click the link below to access the application form.
Happy Attendance Awareness Month !!
DID YOU KNOW?
• Starting in kindergarten, too many absences can cause children to fall behind in school.
• Missing 10 percent (or about 18 days) can make it harder to learn to read.
• Students can still fall behind if they miss just a day or two days every few weeks.
• Being late to school may lead to poor attendance.
• Absences can affect the whole classroom if the teacher has to slow down learning to help children catch up.
Attending school regularly helps children feel better about school and themselves. Start building this habit in preschool so they learn right away that going to school on time, every day is important. Good attendance will help children do well in high school, college, and at work.
WHAT YOU CAN DO?
• Set a regular bedtime and morning routine.
• Lay out clothes and pack backpacks the night before.
• Don’t let your child stay home unless she is truly sick. Keep in mind complaints of a stomach ache or headache can be a sign of anxiety and not a reason to stay home.
• If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to teachers, school counselors, social workers or other parents for advice on how to make the child feel comfortable and excited about learning.
• Develop back-up plans for getting to school if something comes up. Call on a family member, a neighbor, or another parent.
• Avoid medical appointments and extended trips when school is in session.
*Information from http://awareness.attendanceworks.org/
Friday, September 2, 2016
Forest Lake Elementary
School Improvement Council
The Forest Lake Elementary School Improvement Council invites you to be an active member of this committee. The mission of the School Improvement Council, in partnership with families and the community, provides a safe, nurturing environment for the growth and development of young children through a curriculum that demands academic excellence, encourages positive self esteem and promotes responsible citizenship. The purpose of the SIC will be to assist the school in meeting its objectives, assist in the preparation of the five year plan, and the annual update required to assist in the development and monitoring of school improvement and innovation.
The School Improvement Council sends an Annual School Summary Report to parents each year. The report also is given to prospective parents and remains available in the school office through the year. The SIC also provides additional assistance that the principal may request as well as carrying out any other duties prescribed by the Richland District Two School Board.
Forest Lake School Improvement Council (SIC) is made up of an elected
and appointed membership that includes parents, teachers, administrators,
and community representatives. Parents/guardians of students are
invited to submit their name(s) for election. NOMINATIONS can be
submitted online or sent to your child's homeroom teacher.
Completed self-nomination forms are due by
Wednesday, September 7, 2016.
https://goo.gl/forms/mVgQ1ejWFxYlbX0S2
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