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Lutz Preparatory School K-8 NEWSFLASH, V7 Issue 35, March 8, 2019


Upcoming Week at a Glance
Important Information From Administration Regarding FSA and EOC Testing
FSA & EOC Parent Notification Letters and FSA Portal

Leader in Me Habit of the Month
Important Letter to HCPS Families Regarding Hepatitis A
Volunteer Corner - Volunteer Breakfast RSVP
Academic Calendar Released for 2019-20 School Year
Refrigerator Donations Needed
PDQ Gift Cards for Sale at Reduced Rate
Red's Team Sports Spring Uniform Sale 10% Off Online 15% Off In Store
8th Annual LP Golf Outing - Registration Now Open
Lutz Preparatory School Inc., Board of Directors Accepting Resumes Through March 15
Middle School News
Gently Used Athletic Equipment Drive - Coming Soon
PTA Corner
School Wide WIG (100% Pay It Forward Goal)
Summer Camps 3-5 year old and K-5 Schedule & New Vendor Camps - Register Now!
New Idealab After School Session Starting Soon
  • Sunday, March 10:
    • Daylight Savings Time
  • Monday, March 11:
    • Wear Your Pay It Forward T-Shirt
    • Children's Dream Fund Assemblies
  • Tuesday, March 12:
    • 1st Grade Field Trip
    • Second Day of Girls' Flag Football Tryouts
    • 8th Grade Field Trip to DC (3/12-15)
    • 8th Grade Local Field Trip
  • Wednesday, March 13:
    • PTA Sponsored All Pro Dad Meeting
    • 3rd Grade Field Trip
    • Hearing Screenings - Kinder, 1st, & 6th
  • Thursday, March 14:
    • Lightning Leaders Ceremony
    • Blazing Bolts Run Club: End of Quarter Celebration moved to Thursday
  • Friday, March 15:
    • End of 3rd Quarter Grading Period
    • Final Day to Submit Resume for Board of Director Openings
    • 8th Grade Local Field Trip
    • 5th Grade Cyber Bullying Presentation with Officer Vito
Ongoing Items:
  • Register for Lutz Prep Golf Outing Through Thursday, March 21st (or until sold out)
  • PTA Executive Board Nominations Now Open for 2019-20 through March 25th
  • Red's Team Sports Uniform Vendor Spring Sale through March 29th
  • Keep Clipping Box Tops
Dear Parents/Guardians,
 
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 on campus.
 
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; limiting tardies and early sign outs
  • Remember to notify attendance@LutzPrep.org immediately if your child is ill
  • 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
Please note: Per changes from the state, testing windows are later this year,
 with testing potentially ending the last week of school
**Reminder: These dates are tentative and CAN CHANGE at any time**
 
1st & 2nd grade:
i-Ready Reading Diagnostic (Computer Based Test)- weeks of April 29 – May 10
 
3rd grade:
FSA ELA Reading (Paper)- April 2 & 3
FSA Math (Paper)- May 7 & 8
i-Ready Reading Diagnostic (Computer Based Test)- week of April 22 - 26
 
4th grade:
FSA ELA Writing (Paper)- April 2
FSA ELA Reading (Paper)- May 1 & 2
FSA Math (Paper)- May 7 & 8
 
5th grade:
FSA ELA Writing (Paper)- April 2
FSA ELA Reading (Paper)- May 1 & 2
FSA Math (Paper)- May 7 & 8
Statewide Science Assessment (SSA) (Paper)- May 9 & 10
  
6th grade:
FSA ELA Writing (Paper)- April 2
FSA ELA Reading (Paper)- May 1 & 2
FSA Math (Paper)- May 7 & 8
 
7th grade:
FSA ELA Writing (Computer Based Test)- April 2 OR 3testing window is 4/1 to 4/12
FSA ELA Reading (Computer Based Test)- weeks of May 1 - 10testing window is 5/1 to 5/28
FSA Math (Computer Based Test)- weeks of May 6 - 17testing window is 5/1 to 5/28
Civics EOC (Computer Based Test -NGSSS)- May 17testing window is 5/1 to 5/28
 
8th grade: (Students will take ONE math assessment, based on course enrollment)
FSA ELA Writing (Computer Based Test)- April 2 OR 3testing window is 4/1 to 4/12
FSA ELA Reading (Computer Based Test)- weeks of May 1 - 10testing window is 5/1 to 5/28
FSA 8th gr Math (Computer Based Test)- weeks of May 6 - 17testing window is 5/1 to 5/28
Algebra 1 EOC (Computer Based Test -FSA)- weeks of May 6 - 17testing window is 5/1 to 5/28
Geometry EOC (Computer Based Test -FSA)- weeks of May 6 - 17testing window is 5/1 to 5/28
Statewide Science Assessment (SSA) (Paper)- May 9
  
**Reminder: These dates are tentative and CAN CHANGE at any time**
Please note: Per changes from the state, testing windows are later this year,
 with testing potentially ending the last week of school
FSA & EOC Parent Notification Letters
Please click on the respective grade level links below for FSA Informational Letters that will be sent home with students on Monday, February 11, 2019.  For future reference regarding FSA please continue to monitor the NEWSFLASH or visit the Assessment section of our website.
  • 3rd-6th Grades:  LP Spring 2019 FSA Grades 3-6 WRM PBT Parent Guardian Notification Letter
  • 7th & 8th Grades:  LP Spring 2019 FSA Grades 7-10 Retake WRM EOC Parent Guardian Notification Letter CBT 
  • 5th & 8th Grades:  LP Spring 2019 Statewide Science Parent Guardian Notification Letter
  • 7th Grade:  LP Spring 2019 NGSSS EOC Parent Guardian Notification Letter CBT
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. 


Habit of the Month

March:  Sharpen the Saw
I eat right, exercise, and get enough sleep (body).  I learn in lots of ways and lots of places, not just at school (brain).  I spend time with family and friends (heart).  I take time to find meaningful ways to help people (soul).  I balance all four parts of myself.

Parent Tip of the Week:  Rest, Relaxation, and Enjoying some down time is a great way to sharpen your saw!

Important Letter from the Florida Department of Health
Please click HERE to read an important letter from the Florida Department of Health regarding a current acute hepatitis A outbreak in Florida. 
Edsby Questions?

Volunteer Corner
ALOHA!!! It is time to celebrate our Amazing Volunteers with the Annual Awards Breakfast & Luau Party at Lutz Prep on Wednesday, April 17, 2019.

There will be lots of food and fun as always!  Wear your favorite Hawaiin shirt or dress if you have one! 

Find out who the top winners are with the most volunteer hours and the #1 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR! You won't want to miss this one!

Click HERE to RSVP.

Important Dates

3/18-3/22:  Spring Break, School and District Offices Closed

3/25:  Teacher Planning Day, Non Student Day

3/25:  Final Day to Submit Nominations for PTA Executive Board for 19-20 School Year

3/28:  Board of Director Meeting

3/29:  5th Grade Field Trip

4/2-3:  Tentative Closed Campus Due to Testing

4/5:  LP Golf Outing

4/9:  Elementary Report Cards Sent Home in Backpacks

4/10:  Early Release Day, Dismissal Begins at Noon

4/10:  Bolts of Blue Non-Uniform Day

4/10:  PTA Sponsored All Pro Dad Breakfast

4/10:  Middle School Report Cards Available Online Only

4/17:  Volunteer Breakfast

4/18:  6th Grade Field Trip

4/18:   Lightning Leader Ceremony

4/18:  LP Field Day (Weather Back Up Date 4/26)

4/19:  No School:  Non-Student Day

4/22-5/28:  Tentative Closed Campus Due to Testing

4/23:  Kindergarten Field Trip

4/25:  Board of Director Meeting
Report Absences to:
Attendance@lutzprep.org
Academic Calendar for 18-19 & 19-20
Seeking Refrigerator Donations
We are seeking donations of gently used refrigerators for our cafeterias. Specifically we are interested in three full size and one apartment size refrigerators.   If you have one available or know of any local businesses that would be willing to donate please contact our facilities manager, David Wheaton, with details or questions. 

PDQ Gift Cards for 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 as a perk.  These cards are good at all PDQ locations and do not expire!
 
Sales begin February 25th 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.   
 
It's simple:

  1. Complete the form below detailing the amount of cards requested and amount paid.   The limit of 10 per family has been lifted, you may purchase as many as you like; first come first serve.
  2. Attach payment to this form.
  3. Return to your homeroom teacher.

 
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our business manager,Diana Jenkins, at diana.jenkins@lutzprep.org.  

Click HERE to print order form.

Announcing Red's Team Sports Spring Uniform Sale
This is for only items in stock in the store - no special order items.

  • 15% Off In-Store Items
    • Store Location
      4542 Eagle Falls Place, Tampa, FL 33619
      Phone:  (813) 612-5999
  • 10% Off Online
    • Click HERE to reach Red's online store
    • Use code LutzMarch at checkout

8th Annual LP Golf Outing
Our goal is to have the Lutz Prep Golf Outing the highlight of the season!
Every dollar we raise will help support the future of Lutz Preparatory School.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Registration Deadline Thursday March 21st or until sold out. - Register Today!
Questions? contact Bobby Fox @ -  (813) 528-0904

Lutz Preparatory School, Inc. Board of Director’s Announcement
The Lutz Preparatory School, Inc. (Lutz Prep) Board of Directors is currently accepting resumes for board positions.  A board position is a three (3) year term.  A board member's position is unpaid and comes with a fiduciary responsibility to oversee the approval of policies and the school's budgets.

Lutz Prep is focusing on expanding the Board to bring in a variety of personal and professional experiences bringing a diversity of opinion and expertise to further strengthen the talent and depth of expertise that exists currently.  Furthering the Board's responsibilities of establishing and maintaining policies that guide Lutz Prep in its successful execution of its mission and vision, we are looking for someone to bring a forward thinking approach to building our standing within the community and community partnerships providing a firm foundation in our long term success as a growing K-8 elite charter school.

Resumes should be submitted to Administration@lutzprep.org no later than Friday, March 15, 2019.

Please click HERE to view full announcement and description of responsibilities.

Middle School News 
 
Need Homework Help?
Homework Club is offered to middle school students Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:00-4:00 PM.

  • Students are able to have a quiet place to complete their homework
  • There are National Junior Honor Society students and a middle school math teacher present to help answer questions
Odyssey of the Mind
The LP Odyssey of Mind team receive 2nd Place at the district competition this past weekend. Congratulations to Audrey G., Alli F., Zaina K., Tyler S., Melia C., Vivian G., and Brooklyn Y.  Go Bolts!

Gently Used Athletic Equipment Drive - Coming Soon
Pay It Forward - Play It Forward!  Please join LP families and the Tampa Bay Sports Commission as we collect GENTLY USED Sports Equipment that will be donated to families in need.  Please start checking your garage for old equipment your children have outgrown or do not use anymore. Collections bins will be available after Spring Break.  

PTA Corner

All Pro Dad
Hey Dads and Kids...Spring is here.  Before we head off to break, join us for March's Lutz Prep/Lutz Pre-Prep All Pro Dad - Dad’s and Kid’s Breakfast.  This month's topic is "Perseverance".  Big Idea:  Everyone is going to face challenges in their life, even our kids. Perseverance is never giving up. It's not being stopped by a bad outcome or difficult task, but always moving forward. Teaching our children to be perseverant, even at a young age, will help them grow into being successful adults.
 
Team up with other Lutz Prep Dads and Kids for a quick before-school breakfast on Wednesday, March 13th, doors open at 7:00 AM.  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.  Contact Ryan Martin with any questions.

PTA Executive Board Positions for the 2019-20 School Year
Your Lutz Prep PTA Nominating Committee, elected during the last general assembly meeting, has begun the process of nominating our Lutz Prep PTA Executive Officer Committee for the 2019-2020 school year. This is an important process and we are requesting help from our PTA members to nominate a great group of people to lead the PTA next year. 

The 2019-2020 PTA Executive Board positions are as follows:

  • President
  • Treasurer
  • Secretary
  • Corresponding Secretary
  • VP of Ways and Means
  • VP of Pre-Prep
  • VP of Elementary School LP
  • VP of Middle School LP
  • VP of School Support

If you would like to nominate yourself or another individual as a candidate to fulfill these roles (current PTA Board Members can be Re-nominated), please HERE to complete the Survey Monkey online form.  Nominations are being accepted until Monday March 25th at 6:00 PM.

Once the nominating committee presents the Executive Officer Slate via Newsflash, attending members of the General Assembly meeting in mid April, 2018 (specific date TBD) will vote to accept the new Executive Officer Committee.

If you have any questions, please contact the Nominating Committee Chairperson, Debbie Annicchiarico.

Thank you for supporting the Lutz Preparatory PTA.  Your PTA Nominating Committee 2018-19:

  • Debbie Annicchiarico, Chairperson
  • Stefanie Alt
  • Monika Dapcic
  • Amber Loper
  • Natacha Sanderson
  • Karlene Ludwig (alternate)

Box Top Campaign New Contest Runs Through April 30th
We are recruiting you, your family & friends to participate in our first ever Box Tops Across America Contest.  

Please ask friends and family to mail Box Tops to Lutz Prep!  If you are heading out of town for Spring Break, take your stash with you and mail them from your destination.  Don’t forget your family overseas and on military bases.

This contest will run until April 30, 2019.  All envelopes must be postmarked by that date to be counted as an entry. 

Click HERE for full details and sample envelope requirements for contest.

DID YOU KNOW?  Box Tops expire 4 times a year: March, June, November and December, the 2 big expiration dates are March and November!  The school gets 10 cents for every little unexpired rectangle that is turned in!



Snow Ball Fight Contest Winners Announced
Wow, we are speechless!  We officially have a tie for the Snow Ball Fight Contest!  Both 2nd grade and 4th grade each had 2,689 for a total of 5,378, that's $537.80!  Outstanding Job!!!

The Traveling Trophy winner for the month of February is Mrs. Adriani's class!  Unfortunately, Middle School's Traveling Trophy will remain displayed in the front office for the month of March.

This submission period we were able to turn in $1,618.20 for reimbursement, for a grand total of $2,464.30 for this school year! WOW!

School Wide WIG (Wildly Important Goal)
Pay It Forward - Proud Bolts We Are at 80%

Students who have met their Pay It Forward goal and have submitted their goal sheets are being recognized on our morning announcements and given their special shirts they are allowed to wear EVERY MONDAY (with standard uniform bottoms).  Have you done your part to help Lutz Preparatory meet our 100% Pay If Forward Goal?

Summer Camps 2019!
Lutz Pre-Prep & K-5 Summer Camps Schedule Announced -
Register Now to Reserve Your Space!

There's so much to enjoy about summer, particularly our fun-filled and educational based summer camps.  All of the Lutz Preparatory Camp Counselors are teachers from our Preschool or K-8 school.  We also offer camps hosted by vendors at our campus. 

  • Pre-Prep & K-5 Summer Camps Announced!  Click HERE for registration and schedule.

Please visit the Summer Programs section of our website linked below for a full listing of all camp offerings and registration packets.  Please contact 



Camps Hosted at Lutz Preparatory by Outside Vendors
Please note, Lutz Preparatory School, Inc. is not responsible for the contents or reliability of any other websites to which we provide a link and do not necessarily endorse the views expressed within them.   

Camp Invention
Click HERE to register online.


Lutz Preparatory is once again hosting Camp Invention on our campus in the summer of 2019.

Unmask your child’s creativity this summer in the all-new Camp Invention® program, Supercharged, where children transform their wild imaginations into epic creations. Campers in grades K-6 will code robots and use collaboration and creative problem solving during hands-on, STEM activities.  Click HERE to register and find current promotions or call 800.968.4332. 

For children entering grades K - 6 

  • Cost: $230  
  • Program Dates:     6/10/2019 - 6/14/2019
  • Program Length:  5 Days
  • Program Times:     9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Camp Director, our very own teacher, Mrs. Ground

Show on the Road Presents
Mary Poppins Jr. Summer Camp
Ages 6-14

Enrollment requires a single registration form, or conveniently register online via www.showontheroadtampa.com!
Contact: Jessica Schoenfeld at (813)943-2695 and info@showontheroadtampa.com for questions or more information.

June 10-14 and 17-21 $400 per child
9:00 AM-3:00 PM

The camp will conclude with a performance of MARY POPPINS JR. at Lutz Prep. Performance time to be announced. 

This 10-day musical theatre style summer camp will include various daily classes in singing, acting, and dancing while rehearsing for their performance. Students will explore the technical theatre aspects of creating a show, such as costumes, set, and prop design. They will gain insight into the professional rehearsal process for real working actors.  Students should bring a packed lunch and snack.
 


Bricks4Kids
Click HERE to register online today.

New After School Session Starting for Idealab

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