Important Weather Information During Dismissal/Pick-up:
Staff members WILL remain outside during rain to continue normal dismissal procedures and escort students to cars.
In the event there is thunder/lightning*, all staff and students will immediately return INSIDE of the building for safety.
If staff/students return to the building at any point during dismissal, parents/designated persons will remain in car loop.
As you pull up to the building (or if able to reroute your vehicle), YOU are able to park and walk in to the building with your official car tag to pick-up your student(s) of you deem it is safe to do so.**
*During inclement weather, it is especially important that families follow all the traffic safety rules; it will take a little longer, but it will ensure the safety of everyone. At times it may be necessary to halt dismissal during inclement weather for everyone’s safety.
**For K-8 students with Pre-Prep siblings, those students will be moved inside the main building as pick-up will NOT be available at outside gate in between buildings. Parents who typically pick up at gate are also able to come to main building with their car tag IF they choose.
PTA Updates PTA Sponsored All Pro Dad Meeting
Hey Dads and Kids...Spring Break is upon us and the days are ticking away before summer finally arrives. Take this opportunity to join us for March's Lutz Prep/Lutz Pre-Prep All Pro Dad - Dad’s and Kid’s Breakfast.
This month's topic is "Sportsmanship". Big Idea: Most of us have faced losing a game of some kind. But it’s likely you’ve won something along the way too. It’s important to remember that regardless of whether you win or lose, it’s all about your perspective of the situation. Encouragement, humility, and respect all go into good sportsmanship before, during, or after anything we hope to do well. Winning OR losing are two things we must learn to deal with positively and respectfully. Ultimately, sportsmanship is all about having a positive outlook when you lose, and an encouraging attitude when you win.
Team up with other Lutz Prep dads and kids for a quick before-school breakfast. Doors open at 7:00 AM on Wednesday, March 21, 2018. The program starts at 7:15 and ends at 7:45. It’s fun and it’s free. You and your kids will be glad you came! Great way to start the morning. Email Ryan Martin with any questions.
General Assembly Meeting Moved to March 22nd at 8:30 AM
All PTA members are invited to attend the next general assembly meeting to vote on the Nominating Committee for the 2018-19 school year. Meeting will begin at 8:30 AM in the main building cafeteria on Thursday, March 22, 2018. Meeting participates may enter the main building at 8:30 AM.
Middle School Dance
Our next Middle School Dance will be Friday March 23rd from 6:00-8:30 PM. The theme is: V.I.P. Hollywood
Volunteers before/during/after dance, donations, and creative ideas needed: We are looking for decoration donations or if someone would like to DIY decorations (paparazzi cut outs, HOLLYWOOD sign cut out, black/red or gold decorations), anything to make this dance a little more jazz/classy. Please click HERE to view the Sign Up Genius or email Ms. S1 with questions/ideas.
Dance tickets go on sale starting Tuesday March 6th through March 23rd for $5.00 cash only; the night of the dance they will be $6.00. Tickets will be sold in the mornings from 7:30-8:00 AM in front of the gym.
5th Grade Car Wash and Drive Thru Dinner at Texas Roadhouse
GET YOUR CAR WASHED and GET LUNCH/DINNER TO GO!
5th Grade is having a Car Wash, Saturday, March 24th from 11:00 AM- 3:00 PM at Texas Roadhouse located at 26409 Silver Maple Pkwy, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544 on SR 56.
Additionally, if you would like to dine-in at the restaurant, an percentage of your order will be donated to 5th grade. We look forward to seeing everyone. Thank you for supporting 5th grade!!!
Discount PDQ Cards on Sale
Lutz Prep has partnered with PDQ to enhance the education of our LP students. PDQ has allotted Lutz Prep a limited number of $10 gift cards that are available for purchase for only $7. We are pleased to sell these cards at a 30% discount to our Lutz Prep families & friends. These cards are good at all PDQ locations and do not expire!
Sales begin March 19th and will last until the inventory of cards is depleted. All proceeds raised from the sale of these gift cards will go directly back to our school for programs that benefit our children. Limit is 10 cards per family due to limited supply. Click HEREto print order form.
Changes to Uniform and Dress Code for 2018-19 School Year
Before you begin your shopping for next year's uniform we want to inform you that only one vendor will be used to make our uniform shirts. It will be mandatory to purchase UNIFORM SHIRTS from this vendor, uniform bottoms may also be purchased also from this vendor but it is optional. Announcements will be made as soon as possible with full details.
If purchasing uniform bottoms from another company:
ALLOWED: Uniform style in navy or khaki
For boys: pants or shorts
For girls: capris, pants, shorts, skorts, or skirts (for K-5 girls: polo dresses/jumpers also allowed)
NOT ALLOWED:
Cargo pants
Cargo shorts
Joggers
Jeggings
Information will be sent out as soon as possible with full details.
Florida Standards Assessment Portal
The FSA portal is your source for information about the Florida Standards Assessments.
Florida’s K-12 assessment system measures students’ achievement of Florida’s education standards, which were developed and implemented to ensure that all students graduate from high school ready for success in college, career, and life. Assessment supports instruction and student learning, and test results help Florida’s educational leadership and stakeholders determine whether the goals of the education system are being met. Please click HERE to visit the Florida Department of Education FSA Portal.
Florida Standards Assessments
As we have begun the second part of the school year, we want to inform you of some key information regarding the upcoming spring assessments. Below you will find tentative testing dates for the grade levels and their respective assessments. Please be aware that these dates are provided within testing “windows”, and they can change based on various factors. State and district changes, unforeseen technology issues, and internal scheduling at Lutz Prep all can play a factor in altering testing dates and times. While we make every attempt to communicate with families, teachers, and our students in order to be best prepared, we appreciate your flexibility and patience during this time. In addition, please note that during testing windows, we will be a ‘closed campus’ and no volunteering is available.
Below are some good tips to help your child during testing:
Get a good night’s sleep
Eat a healthy breakfast before coming to school
Arrive to school ON TIME! Tardiness will affect your child’s testing schedule
Avoid scheduling appointments during the school day
Reminder: Absolutely NO electronics allowed during testing (cell phones, smart watch/wrist phones, etc.)
Help reinforce academic integrity and that this is a snapshot of your child’s progress
Encourage them to do their best and not stress
**TENTATIVE** Testing Plan **Reminder: These dates are tentative and CAN CHANGE at any time**
1st & 2nd grade:
i-Ready Reading Diagnostic (Computer Based Test)- weeks of April 2-13
3rd grade:
FSA ELA Reading (Paper)- April 9 & 10
FSA Math (Computer Based Test)- week of April 23-27…testing window is 4/16 to 5/11
i-Ready Reading Diagnostic (Computer Based Test)- week of April 30-May 4
4th grade:
FSA ELA Reading (Computer Based Test)- week of April 16-20…testing window is 4/16 to 5/11
FSA Math (Computer Based Test)- week of April 23-27…testing window is 4/16 to 5/11
5th grade:
FSA ELA Reading (Computer Based Test)- week of April 16-20…testing window is 4/16 to 5/11
FSA Math (Computer Based Test)- week of April 23-27…testing window is 4/16 to 5/11
Statewide Science Assessment (SSA) (Paper)- May 1 & 2
6th grade:
FSA ELA Reading (Computer Based Test)- week of April 16-20…testing window is 4/16 to 5/11
FSA Math (Computer Based Test)- week of April 23-27…testing window is 4/16 to 5/11
7th grade:
FSA ELA Reading (Computer Based Test)- week of April 16-20…testing window is 4/16 to 5/11
FSA Math (Computer Based Test)- week of April 23-27…testing window is 4/16 to 5/11
Civics EOC (Computer Based Test -NGSSS)- April 30…testing window is 4/30 to 5/4
8th grade: (Students will take ONE math assessment, based on course enrollment)
FSA ELA Writing (Computer Based Test)- March 1…testing window is 3/1 to 3/9
FSA ELA Reading (Computer Based Test)- week of April 16-20…testing window is 4/16 to 5/11
FSA Math (Computer Based Test)- week of April 23-27…testing window is 4/16 to 5/11
Algebra 1 EOC (Computer Based Test -FSA)- week of April 23-27…testing window is 4/16 to 5/11
Statewide Science Assessment (SSA) (Paper)- May 1
**Reminder: These dates are tentative and CAN CHANGE at any time**
Camp Invention Summer Program at Lutz Preparatory School Camp Invention takes summer fun and transforms it from ordinary to extraordinary!
In partnership with the National Inventors Hall of Fame, Lutz Preparatory School is pleased to offer the nationally acclaimed Camp Invention program to children entering grades K-6. It’s an exciting, week-long summer adventure with lessons that explore connections between science, technology, engineering and innovation. Children will work together to seek solutions to real-world problems and sharpen critical 21st century learning skills while rotating through several fascinating modules. The week begins on June 11, 2018 with Christina Mitchelson serving as Director of the Fast Forward™ program!
Here is how young innovators will be spending their time:
Dreaming up and designing their very own futuristic smart home filled with gadgets, LEDs, technology and innovation
Using tools to take apart robotic dogs and compare their inner mechanics to the anatomy and physiology of a real dog
Designing tracks for their Optibots to follow while exploring different modes of transportation
Exploring chemistry, non-Newtonian fluids and magnetism as they investigate magnetic slime
All activities give participants the opportunity to explore, discover and achieve while having fun! Local educators will facilitate program modules and enthusiastic high school students will serve as Leadership Interns, ensuring that one staff member is in place for every eight children.
Register using promo code Ideas25 to save $25 (expires 3/23) and Ideas15 to save $15
(expires 5/4) OFF $225. Every registration includes a complimentary Camp Invention t-shirt. Availability is limited, so visit www.campinvention.org or call 800.968.4332 to secure your child’s spot today!
ColorWheelz New Session Starts Friday, March 23
Click HERE to register online.
21st Century Skills and Leader in Me Program
Focus for March:
21st Century: Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Skills
The ability to solve complex problems in present
or real time.
Students will be able to:
Reason Effectively
Use systematic thinking
Make judgements and decisions
Solve problems
Leader In Me Habit #4: Think Win-Win
What is Think Win-Win?
Having the mindset and ability to make
sure everyone “wins”
Students will be able to:
solve problems when an issue arises
think about what others want not just
what they want
be kind and think of ways to make
others happy
The Leader in Me 7 Habits
Be Proactive
Begin with the End in Mind
Put First Things First
Think Win-Win
Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood
Synergize
Sharpen the Saw
Please click HERE for a helpful Leader in Me Parent Guide to help you learn more about the program.
This month's topic is "Sportsmanship". Big Idea: Most of us have faced losing a game of some kind. But it’s likely you’ve won something along the way too. It’s important to remember that regardless of whether you win or lose, it’s all about your perspective of the situation. Encouragement, humility, and respect all go into good sportsmanship before, during, or after anything we hope to do well. Winning OR losing are two things we must learn to deal with positively and respectfully. Ultimately, sportsmanship is all about having a positive outlook when you lose, and an encouraging attitude when you win.
Dance tickets go on sale starting Tuesday March 6th through March 23rd for $5.00 cash only; the night of the dance they will be $6.00. Tickets will be sold in the mornings from 7:30-8:00 AM in front of the gym.
ader in Me 7 Habits
