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Originally delivered on 3/31/2024 6:07 pm

SUBJECT: The Lovett Letter - March 31, 2024

March 31, 2024

Message From the Principal

Join us for the April virtual PTO Meeting this week!

Topic: Virtual PTO Meeting

Time: Thursday, Apr 4, 2024 06:45 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

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Counselor's Corner

April's Character Trait is trustworthiness which includes honesty, reliability, punctuality, and loyalty.

Trustworthiness is the ability to keep promises, to be honest, reliable and principled while never inappropriately betraying a confidence. Trustworthiness relies on the integrity and character of the person.

Want to Know If Someone Is Trustworthy? Look for These 10 Signs

They are consistent
They show compassion and humility
They respect boundaries
They compromise and don't expect something for nothing
They're relaxed (and so are you)
They are respectful when it comes to time
They show gratitude
They are learners
They are there for You and Others
They are honest

Have your children watch this short video:

Trustworthiness

PTO Leadership Opportunities

We're happy to report that all of the voting Board member positions are returning for their 2nd term for the 2024-25 school year! We will vote the slate in at the May PTO meeting. Therefore, we just need a few key spots filled to make it another successful year at Lovett.

If you would like to volunteer or you know someone who would be a great fit, please email Amy Ripper at president@lovettpto.org.

President Elect

Act as an aide to the President and learn the position
Assume other responsibilities as assigned by the Board
Commit to serve as the next President of the Board and serve on any committee as determined by the Board. This is a non-voting position.

Assistant Treasurer

Assists the Treasurer is all matters pertaining to the Treasurer role
Handles vendor payments, PTO credit card purchases, bank deposits, facilitating the Square terminals
Is in training to be able to become the Treasurer for the following year. This is a non-voting position.

Committee Chairs

Fall Fundraising Campaign
Fall Festival
Movie Night
Father/Daughter Dance
Mother/Son Dance

Email president@lovettpto.org with questions or nominations!

Lovett Mulch & Playground Expansion Work Day

Come join us as we work on Phase 2 of our "Jason Playground Erosion Control" project! Bright and early, 8:00AM on Saturday, May 4th, bring your shovels, rakes and gloves and get ready to help us improve the erosion and flooding issues in the front Jason playground.

No tools to bring? No problem! We'll need all the hands we can get to pull up some of the playground's black borders, widen and add more borders, then fill in with "kiddie cushion" (aka mulch!).

Questions? Email us at communications@lovettpto.org.

Input Needed - Help the PTO plan for the 2024-2025 school year!

As you know, it takes a lot of effort and time from our volunteers to put on the many activities at Lovett each year. The PTO is requesting feedback from the community on those events to make sure your favorite events continue next year. Please take a moment to fill out the survey in the link below.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RC3NGZX

Moms Club Happy Hour this Tuesday!

Buy your tickets for the Mother/Son Dance now!

Get your tickets HERE!

Events like these are not possible without Lovett's amazing parents and community. Please consider donating your time during this event or donating supplies through our Amazon Wishlist. See links below:

VOLUNTEER: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A48ADA62EA1FA7-48155757-motherson

AMAZON WISHLIST: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UGZN2TM4MHRL?ref_=wl_share

Solar Eclipse

The PTO has purchased NASA approved solar eclipse glasses for the entire school!

Click the link below to get your tickets now!

https://lovettpto.membershiptoolkit.com/packet/35592

Save the Date!

www.scholastic.com/bf/lovett

Family Night with The Children's Museum

Sunrise Center Open House

FACE

HISD Family and Community Engagement (FACE) is hosting open houses at HISD Sunrise Centers between April 3-11. These centers provide access to basic healthcare, mental health services, food pantries, clothing, and much more. Please join us at one of the Sunrise Centers in your community to learn how HISD can support your student and your family! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4a94Tif

Need Assistance?

Leader in Me: Organization Skills

Imagine a school morning where everyone knows what to do and is ready on time! Organization is a skill learned over time. By teaching organization at home, your student will learn this important skill. Read more in this month's Leader in Me family connection.

Yearbook Photos Needed!

Yearbook photo submissions are now open! Share your favorite memories of your child, child’s class, or school event to help capture our amazing journey together.

Here’s what to do:

Submit high-quality photos to the following email address Yearbook@lovettpto.org

Make sure to include the following information with each photo:

• Student Name:
• Teacher Name:
• Student Grade:
• Event: (Examples: 1st day of school, Grandparents day, Boosterthon, etc, only if applicable)

Start submitting your photos today!

Hazel Health

HISD has partnered with Hazel Telehealth to provide physical and mental health care for students. See flyer for more information and consent form.

PreKindergarten Updates

For Families Considering Enrollment in Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) at HISD for the 2024-2025 Academic Year,

We are pleased to share details about the revamped Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) Application and Enrollment procedures for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year within the Houston Independent School District (HISD). This information is pertinent to both existing HISD families and those expressing interest in applying to our district.

For further information, kindly refer to the provided link. Should you have any inquiries, please feel free to reach out to Tane Sims at ssims1@houstonisd.org.

https://www.houstonisd.org/cms/lib2/TX01001591/Centricity/domain/4/_emailblast/012624_HISD%20Enrollment%20Update%205ed.html?fbclid=IwAR3UhahwrPoICyECeki2WzKfCVwEG1qSWrd01FeqL6BVpMSupxHU0VZFKGo

Need Assistance?

Wraparound Resource Specialist works to address each scholar's needs and supports critical issues for students and their families. The goal of supporting students and uplifting communities is to help create the conditions that lead to improved student learning. If you are in need of non instructional support such as food, clothing, hygiene products, or rental/utility assistance, please submit a SAF to www.houstonisdSAF.com or an email to cprince3@houstonisd.org. Thank you!