Eagle Eye Newsletter
9/06/24
A Message From the Principal
LMES Parents/Guardians,
We are excited to announce that LMES is implementing a new card system to streamline the process of signing students in and out of our Kid Account system. Using these ID cards for the Kid Account management system, we will continue to enhance security and improve efficiency at our school.
Here’s what you need to know:
- What is changing? Starting October 7th, parents will use a designated card to sign their child in and out of school. Each family will receive (2) unique cards for this purpose.
- How will it work? Upon arrival and departure, simply scan your card at the check-in/check-out station located at the main entrance. This will automatically log your child’s attendance. Once all students have an ID card (these will be provided on school picture day), you can use those ID’s to check in your child.
- Receiving your card: Cards will be distributed at LMES' parent/teacher conferences. If you need a replacement card, contact the school office. If you cannot make parent/teacher conferences, your card will be at the front office for pick up.
- Need assistance? If you have any questions or need help with the new system, our staff will be available. Additionally, should you forget your card, you will need to enter your child’s ID# to find them in our system.
We appreciate your cooperation and support as we make this transition. The new card system is designed to enhance safety and ensure a smooth check-in/check-out process for everyone.
Also, this year we will be communicating to our families any time that we have a drill on campus. Not only does that let you know what is going on at campus, but also helps us train and prepare our students and staff and practice our procedures should a real emergency take place on our campus. The different drills that we will be practicing this year have been taught to all of our students and they are as follows:
- Hold: Keep students and staff in classrooms and out of access areas and teachers continue to teach. Why would we have a hold? Medical Emergency, Fight on Campus, etc.
- Secure: Bring all individuals into classrooms or building (secure building and lock outside access points) and teachers continue to teach. Students may or may not transition, depending on the situation. Why would we secure campus? Criminal activity in the neighborhood or a dangerous animal is on campus.
- Evacuate: Students and staff would move from one location to another for safety. Why would we evacuate staff and students? Fire, Mechanical failure, gas leak, bomb threat, etc.
- Shelter: Students and staff stay in classroom and need to be prepared for instructions. Why shelter? Weather, Hazardous materials situation.
- Lockdown: All doors locked, windows covered, everyone is quiet. Why lockdown? Threat or hazard inside of the school, act of violence on site.
Please visit our CCUSD safety website for more information.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Mark Culbertson
Dr. Mark Culbertson
Principal, Lone Mountain Elementary School
Lisa Strohman
We were fortunate enough to have Lisa Strohman present to parents on the topic "Technology Talks: Mental Health, AI, and Deep Fakes." If you were unable to attend the presentation or would like to watch it again, please click the link below to view this insightful session.
Attendance Matters
Parents, we are already seeing some students with multiple absences. We understand that some are for sickness and other reasons that are not in your control. However, some are not. Please be sure to have your child at school. Research shows that missing 10% of the school year (2 days a month) can have a significant impact on student learning. It is also important to have your child to school on time, as the time missed for multiple tardies adds up.
PowerSchool Updates and yearbook:
Did you know that if you do not complete your PowerSchool update, your student is considered a "no" for photo release? This means that they will not be featured in the yearbook. To complete your PowerSchool update:
- Log in to your PowerSchool Parent Portal account ccusd93.powerschool.
com - If you do not have a PowerSchool Parent Portal account, please email powerschool@ccusd93.net
- On the left toolbar you will see Forms - complete all forms. If you have multiple students with CCUSD, you will need to complete for each student.
Please complete these updates as soon as possible. If you are unsure about how you filled out the photo release portion of the update, you can contact Jessica Morgan by calling the front office, or emailing jmorgan@ccusd93.net. Thank you!
Donations Needed!
Our health office is in need of donations! We especially need boys clothes!! Please drop off any clean, gently used clothes to the front office.
- shirts (sizes 5-8)
- shorts (sizes 5-8)
- New underwear (sizes 4-6)
Thank you!
Lately at Lone Mountain
Love our Schools Day
We are planning for an upcoming school beautification day in November called "Love our Schools". Before we begin designing our projects that align with our 2024-2025 goals, we would like to hear from you. This Parent Engagement survey's purpose is to better understand what strengths, professions, and any support that our own families possess in order to fulfill our dreams for our campus.
Parent Calendar Survey
CCUSD Families- We value your feedback! Thank you to all of you who have already completed the calendar survey that was emailed and text messaged to you on Wednesday, September 4. If you have not already completed it, please click here to give us your feedback. You will need your student's ID number. The survey closes on Wednesday, September 11. You can submit one survey per student.
8/23/24
A Message From the Principal
LMES families,
I want to personally invite you to, and encourage you to attend, the Technology Talk at the Fine Arts Center this Monday at 6pm. I know that often when we see events like this, we think they are targeted for middle and high school parents. The reality is that the challenges with technology are affecting students at a younger and younger age and, unfortunately, we as parents are often unaware of most of these challenges. Dr. Lisa Strohman is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to technology and how technology affects students' mental well-being. When I was the principal at Desert Willow years ago, I had Dr. Strohman do a presentation and the two things I heard from the parents who were there were, "I wish I had known this earlier" and "I wish more parents had been here to hear this". Please see the flier below for more information and please try your best to make this presentation.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Mark Culbertson
Dr. Mark Culbertson
Principal, Lone Mountain Elementary School
Donations Needed!
Our health office is in need of donations! Please drop off any clean, gently used clothes to the front office.
- shirts (sizes 5-8)
- shorts (sizes 5-8)
- New underwear (sizes 4-6)
Thank you!
Lately at Lone Mountain
LMES Band
Hello Future Band Members,
Band will start the week of August 19 even if you don't yet have their instrument.
Here's the 3 min band recruiting video which shows the choice of instruments. NOTE - 4th grade can only choose flute, clarinet or trumpet.
Teachers will be handing The "Joining Band" booklet out next week. Please keep an eye out for it.
BAND MEETS EVERY FRIDAY MORNING AT 8AM (EARLY BIRD BAND; THIS IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY) AND EVERY FRIDAY MORNING DURING SPECIALS.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF BAND!
Love our Schools Day
We are planning for an upcoming school beautification day in November called "Love our Schools". Before we begin designing our projects that align with our 2024-2025 goals, we would like to hear from you. This Parent Engagement survey's purpose is to better understand what strengths, professions, and any support that our own families possess in order to fulfill our dreams for our campus.
Focus Groups
We currently have two Focus Groups meeting on our next calendar cycle and on facilities.
The CCUSD Calendar Focus Group, composed of parents, teachers, and administrators has been meeting since May to discuss the next 3-year cycle for the academic calendar. The group is being facilitated by Dr. Patty Jensen, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services. The purpose of this group is to explore possibilities and provide recommendations to CCUSD leadership on our calendars. The two priorities they are basing their decisions to make any recommendations are that:
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It has to be in the best interest of our students, and
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It has to promote financial stability and sustainability for the District
This group will be sending a survey to parents in the coming weeks to gather parent input regarding 3 different calendar concepts: two 5-day/week calendars that feature early release day Wednesdays, and a 4-day/week with no early release days. Be on the lookout for this survey September 4-11. District leadership expects to present a final calendar based on the focus group’s recommendations for approval by the Governing Board by December.
The CCUSD Facility Focus Group, composed of parents, teachers, administrators, and community members, is currently in the exploratory phase, reviewing critical data regarding district enrollment trends, building capacities, and life cycles. The group is being facilitated by Dr. Frank Hendricsen, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. The purpose of this group is to explore possibilities and provide recommendations to CCUSD leadership on our District-wide facility usage. The two priorities they are basing their decisions to make any recommendations are that:
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It has to be in the best interest of our students, and
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It has to promote financial stability and sustainability for the District
The group recently met with the district demographer and a facility management consultant to analyze current district enrollment and other essential data. The Facility Focus Group’s recommendations will be presented to district leadership, who will work through and present final recommendations to the CCUSD Governing Board.
8/09/24
A Message From the Principal
LMES families,
We love having parents volunteer on campus. This year, for safety and legal purposes, CCUSD has implemented new procedures for our volunteers. If you are volunteering in the classroom or in the office, you will need to complete the Volunteer Application, pass a background check (through our Visitor Management System) and then attend a Volunteer Training, which will occur monthly. To receive a Volunteer Application and sign up for the Volunteer Training, you will contact Jessica Morgan at jmorgan@ccusd93.net. Once you do these two steps and are approved, you will be available to begin volunteering. If you are asked to chaperone a field trip, you will have one more additional step, which is to pass a fingerprint clearance, which Ms. Morgan would help you with that information if needed.
If you already have the volunteer clearance from the past, you do not need to go through this process. However, we will be sending you the new Volunteer Packet and ask that you read through it for the new information.
Here is to a fantastic year!
Mark Culbertson
Dr. Mark Culbertson
Principal, Lone Mountain Elementary School
Student Arrival & Dismissal Procedures
As a reminder there will be two ways for students to arrive and dismiss from campus: car drive up and buses. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we begin this new school year and get these arrival/dismissal procedures in place.
There is not a walk up option for families here at Lone Mountain.
For our families utilizing drive up, here are some helpful tips for a smooth drop off and pick up experience:
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Line up single file on Montgomery Road.
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Do NOT enter the front driveway until 8:40 AM or 3:25 PM.
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Our preschool and PALS students dismiss earlier than other classrooms and they are allowed to pull into the parking lot before 3:25. This allows our youngest students and our students requiring extra assistance time to safely get into their vehicles and exit campus.
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At dismissal, your child will be with their teacher in their grade designated spot, starting with 6th grade thru Kindergarten at the end of the front drive. Older siblings will be with younger siblings.
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Once you have your student in your car please slowly exit the dismissal line as instructed by our staff.
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If your child needs assistance buckling their car seat please pull forward so that you can assist your child and we can keep the car line moving.
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Please do not pass other drivers unless directed to do so.
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Please do not use the parking lanes as a pull through lane. We will not dismiss children to walk across the parking lot to where you are.
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If your child is not ready at dismissal, we will ask you to park and we will bring them out when ready.
Please remember that you can not park in the cul-de-sac and drop off children or park your car on the side of Montgomery Road. With our LMES car lane, buses, YMCA, Tutor Time van, and vehicle traffic to the nearby neighborhoods all sharing Montgomery Road it is not safe to be dropping off children or parking along the side of the road. Student safety is our number one concern and the two ways for children to arrive and dismiss at LMES are car drive up and buses. Thank you for your understanding and help with this.
First Week of School
Intramural Basketball
Get Ready for an Unforgettable Season at Lone Mountain Elementary School!
We are thrilled to announce our highly-anticipated annual basketball intramural season for 4th to 6th graders! At LMES, we believe in the power of sports to enrich our students’ lives and create unforgettable memories. Our basketball program is designed not just to complement our academic offerings but to bring an extra layer of excitement and growth to our students’ school experience.
Why Join the Intramurals?
Basketball at LMES is more than just a game. It's an exhilarating journey where students will have the chance to develop essential life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and perseverance in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Our program fosters a spirit of camaraderie, ignites school pride, and builds self-confidence, all while honing individual athletic abilities.
Practice Dates
Mark your calendars and prepare for an action-packed season! Our practice sessions are scheduled on the following dates:
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October: 24th, 28th
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November: 4th, 14th, 18th, 21st, 25th
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December: 2nd, 5th, 9th
Time: 8:00 AM - 8:40 AM
Tournament Day
The excitement reaches its peak on December 10th with an exhilarating game against other CCUSD elementary schools! Join us at BMES for an unforgettable afternoon of competition and fun.
Location: BMES
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sign-up through ECS.
Morning Milers
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join us for an exhilarating running adventure! Almost every Wednesday morning, from September through December, we're hitting the cross country course for some fantastic fun and fitness. Starting on September 4th and continuing through the fall, we'll meet bright and early from 8:00 to 8:40 a.m. on the following dates: September 4, 11, 18, 25; October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; November 13, 20; and December 4, 11, 18. Whether you're a seasoned distance runner or just looking to start, come out and experience the joy of running with friends, set new personal bests, and enjoy a burst of morning energy! Students in grades 1-6 are welcome to join!
Sign-up through ESC before Sep. 13th (look for LMES "Morning Milers" for sign-up information).
LMES Band
Hello Future Band Members,
Band will start the week of August 19 even if you don't yet have their instrument.
Here's the 3 min band recruiting video which shows the choice of instruments. NOTE - 4th grade can only choose flute, clarinet or trumpet.
Teachers will be handing The "Joining Band" booklet out next week. Please keep an eye out for it.
BAND MEETS EVERY FRIDAY MORNING AT 8AM (EARLY BIRD BAND; THIS IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY) AND EVERY FRIDAY MORNING DURING SPECIALS.
LAST but not least - there will be a "RENTAL NIGHT" on Tuesday Aug 20 at Desert Ridge Music Academy - 6pm to 7:30pm.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF BAND!
8/02/24
A Message From the Principal
LMES families,
Happy last Friday before the start of the 2024-25 school year! It was great to meet so many of you last night at Meet the Teacher. I believe in the power of a school community and look forward to now being a part of the Eagle community.
The Eagle Eye will be sent out twice a month. Please be sure to read through them as we try to make sure to put all important information in these communications. If you did not receive the email that was sent out last Friday, please click here to read it.
Here is to a fantastic year!
Mark Culbertson
Mark Culbertson
Principal, Lone Mountain Elementary School
Back to School Night
Student Arrival & Dismissal Procedures
As a reminder there will be two ways for students to arrive and dismiss from campus: car drive up and buses. There is not a walk up option for families here at Lone Mountain. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we begin this new school year and get these arrival/dismissal procedures in place.
For our families utilizing drive up, here are some helpful tips for a smooth drop off and pick up experience:
-
Line up single file on Montgomery Road.
-
Do NOT enter the front driveway until 8:40 AM or 3:25 PM.
-
Our preschool and PALS students dismiss earlier than other classrooms and they are allowed to pull into the parking lot before 3:25. This allows our youngest students and our students requiring extra assistance time to safely get into their vehicles and exit campus.
-
At dismissal, your child will be with their teacher in their grade designated spot, starting with 6th grade thru Kindergarten at the end of the front drive. Older siblings will be with younger siblings.
-
Once you have your student in your car please slowly exit the dismissal line as instructed by our staff.
-
If your child needs assistance buckling their car seat please pull forward so that you can assist your child and we can keep the car line moving.
-
Please do not pass other drivers unless directed to do so.
-
Please do not use the parking lanes as a pull through lane. We will not dismiss children to walk across the parking lot to where you are.
-
If your child is not ready at dismissal, we will ask you to park and we will bring them out when ready.
Please remember that you can not park in the cul-de-sac and drop off children or park your car on the side of Montgomery Road. With our LMES car lane, buses, YMCA, Tutor Time van, and vehicle traffic to the nearby neighborhoods all sharing Montgomery Road it is not safe to be dropping off children or parking along the side of the road. Student safety is our number one concern and the two ways for children to arrive and dismiss at LMES are car drive up and buses. Thank you for your understanding and help with this.
Looking forward to a fantastic 24-25 school year! Soar to success Eagles!
-your LMES staff
