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Originally delivered on 9/3/2023 6:00 pm

SUBJECT: The Lovett Letter - September 3, 2023

September 3, 2023
Message from the Principal


Hi all! 

We had a successful week one of school! It was so great to see the kids learning and having a wonderful time at school. I want to send a huge shout out to my pre-k and kinder students; they did such an amazing job this week getting to know the building and already able to find their way to their classrooms. Please see below for a few updates: 

  • Next week, we will start marking students tardy. All students should be in their classroom by 7:40 a.m. Students should be in their classrooms and ready to go. 
  • Permanent car tags will be sent home on Tuesday, September 5th. Please remember to always have the car tag for your car or if you are walking up to pick up. 
  • A reminder that all students that walk need to have the Independent Walker Permission Slip. 
  • Open House will be September 12th, please save the date. This is a time to get valuable information about what your child will be learning during the year as well as get information about classroom procedures. 

I am looking forward to an even better second week. Thank you all for sharing your amazing children with us. 

Notes From the Counselor

What can the counselor help you with?

  • Making good choices
  • If you have worries or fears
  • Solving problems
  • Strategies on controlling your anger
  • If you are having trouble with friends
  • Learning and Succeeding at school
  • Learning from your mistakes
  • If you are feeling sad, angry, depressed, nervous, lonely, calm, confused, or even happy

If you believe your child needs to see the counselor then please complete a student assistance form (SAF) using the link or QR code below.


HISD Student Assistant Form

SAVE THE DATE - SEPTEMBER 12th

Open House will be the evening of September 12th.  Additional details coming soon!

Birdwood Drop Off & Dismissal

Please have students enter/exit on the passenger side of car -please pull all the way forward as if you were exiting the loop -have tags daily for pick up (in passenger side of windshield or in hands if walking up) -if parking on the resident side of Birdwood please walk your child(ren) across the street -please do not block residents’ driveways -please remind your child(ren) to walk on the sidewalk, closer to the grass, staying away from the red curb -parents should always remain in their cars and allow staff to assist your child(ren) in entering or exiting vehicle -please do not make u turns in the middle of the street -the Birdwood loop is ONLY accessible via S. Rice -staff and safety patrols are not allowed to help students exit from the driver’s side of a vehicle.

Thank you, 

Heather Gaines, Assistant Principal 

The Love it at Lovett Fall Fundraiser is LIVE!


Lovett PTO is excited to announce our Fall Fundraiser: "Love it at Lovett". We hope to have all families participate and encourage every family to make a meaningful contribution as no gift is too small.

 

Contributions provide the essential, unrestricted funds that make up the majority of the PTO budget each year. 100% of funds raised will go back to the school and the teachers.

 

Tell friends and family too as their donations (with your student(s) name attached) will go toward your student(s) for incentives also. Every penny helps, and thank you for supporting Lovett!


CLICK HERE TO DONATE




Or scan this QR Code to Zelle directly to Lovett PTO.

Want to know where your donations go? 


Over the last 2 years the generous PTO donations have allowed every classroom to receive a new Clevertouch Smartboard!  


This summer the PTO funds help remodel the Lovett Teachers Lounge with brand new cabinets and a new ice and water machine! See below for before and after pictures!


These things would not be possible without the help of the PTO and all of the Lovett families who support our school and community!

Before
After

It's Lovett Day with Rice University!

  • All Lovett students will get to be a part of the fan tunnel and high-five the Rice players as they enter the field!
    • Everyone who has purchased a ticket will receive an email from Rice University with detailed instructions on where the kids will meet before the game.
    • Those singing the National Anthem will receive instructions from Mrs. Martin.


  • The Moms and Dads Clubs will be heading up some awesome tailgating by Gate 1
    • Gates open at 3:00pm
    • Parking $10 per car (credit card only)
    • Hot dogs and chips available while supplies last
    • Bring your own beverages and chairs
    • Wear your Lovett shirt!!!



Get Your Tickets NOW!!
Back to School Forms


Click on the link below to become a PTO member, pay class fees, order a year book and more!


https://lovettpto.membershiptoolkit.com/packet-start/4302  

School Supplies

Online school supplies orders are now closed. If you would like to purchase a pack, you must go in person to the school and pay in exact cash or check made out to the Lovett PTO. The deadline is Friday, September 8th. Prices are as follows:


K: $52
3rd: $65 
1st: $55
4th: $60
2nd: $70
5th: $63

Click here for each grade's supply list.  

Questions? Contact Jaimee Mathis at jaimeemathis@gmail.com

Lovett Committee Chairs & Volunteers

The fantastic annual PTO events that our kids and community have come to love happen thanks to parent volunteers who serve as the committee chairs and committee volunteers.  Please review the available slots by clicking on the Sign Up Genius button to sign up and make the 2023-2024 school year a memorable one by leading the planning of these events. 

Click Here
Register Today

Please make sure you are VIPS certified for the 2023-2024 school year. Visit the HISD VIPS site to register.

Reminders


CLASSDOJO APP

  • Download the ClassDojo App to receive information from your students' teachers.


Sign Up for Moms and Dads Clubs!


EXTENDED DAY

  • Extended day started the second day of school. Your child must be registered to attend. Please see registration link below. If you have questions about extended day, please contact Mrs. Sims.           
  • Extended Day Registration


NEW INDEPENDENT WALKER FORM

  • Students that walk home will need to have an Independent Walker Permission Slip on file in the main office. An independent walker is a student that walks to the park to meet parents, walks home or walks to a designated location to meet parents. Walkers will continue to be dismissed from the side gate that leads into the park and will be dismissed at 3:00 with all other students. Students that do not have a permission slip on file, will not be lined up with the walker group for their grade level. A parent will be contacted to confirm how the child is to get home. Please consider if your child is able to handle the responsibility of walking home or to a designated location. The permission slip is linked below. Forms must be on file for the first day of school. 
  • Independent Walker Form


  • Look out for information on Fall after school enrichment activities soon!


PTO Meeting Dates - Mark Your Calendar

  • September 13 - Lovett cafeteria 8:00 am
  • October 11 - Virtual 6:45 pm
  • November 8 - Lovett cafeteria 8:00 am
  • December 13 - Virtual 6:45 pm
  • January 10 - Lovett cafeteria 8:00 am
  • February 7 - Virtual 6:45 pm
  • March 6 - Lovett cafeteria 8:00 am
  • April 3 - Virtual 6:45 pm
  • May 8 - Lovett cafeteria 8:00 am
2023 Calendar
Monday, September 4
Labor Day / No School
Saturday, September 9
6:00p Lovett Sings the National Anthem!
Monday, September 25
Fall Holiday / No School
Friday, October 6
Report Card - 1
Friday, October 13
Staff PD / No Students
Friday, November 10
Staff PD / No Students
Friday, November 17
Report Card - 2
Monday, November 20
Thanksgiving Break
Tuesday, November 21
Thanksgiving Break
Wednesday, November 22
Thanksgiving Break
Thursday, November 23
Thanksgiving Break
Friday, November 24
Thanksgiving Break
Friday, December 22
Winter Break
Monday, December 25
Winter Break
Tuesday, December 26
Winter Break
Wednesday, December 27
Winter Break
Thursday, December 28
Winter Break
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