Newsletter April 10 2015

Lake Elkhorn Eagles
April 10, 2015
Lake Elkhorn Families~
Like so many times this year, our Lake Elkhorn students continue to be recognized for their hard work and accomplishments. First, many of our students have artwork on display at the Columbia Mall through next week, so please check it out. Also, the chorus assessment and adjudication took place this week and I was fortunate enough to see the 6th grade chorus perform beautifully! 7th and 8th graders will be performing this afternoon at Long Reach High School.
Several individuals have stood out over the last couple of weeks, also. Lucas Hines was selected to represent Boy Scouts of America at the White House and got to meet the President of the United States! What a great honor for Lucas! Next, Lake Elkhorn has three Pinalists for the Maryland Letters About Literature writing contest! The contest involves writing a letter to an author of a book about how that book has affected your life and thinking. The three Pinalists are three of Ms. Carns’ students: Aamina Bora, James Dorsey, and Cassie Woolverton, all 6th graders. They will be honored at an awards ceremony at the Enoch Pratt Free Library Central Branch in Baltimore on April 25 at 11am.
In addition, one of Ms. France-­‐Kelly’s students, Amari Jangha, won honorable mention for poetry in the Howard County Reading Council Young Author’s Contest. Amari will be invited to a reception to be recognized. Finally, Pive Lake Elkhorn students received prizes for the 30/30 Reading Challenge sponsored by the Maryland State Education Association: Ella Harris (Ms. McCullough), Lens Galstad (Ms. Dellinger), David Afforo (Ms. Carns), Darrick Smith (Ms. Williams), and Julia Looper (Ms. McCullough). Thank you to all students who persevered by reading 30 minutes per day and logging their progress.
Finally, thank you to all the families who came out to support the Lake Elkhorn staff play basketball versus the Cradlerock staff. A good time was had by all!
April 14th - Report Cards
issued
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April 16th - Evening of
Excellence 6:30pm
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May 1st
Schools closed for students
Profession Development
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May 19th Concert Strings
May 20th Concert Chorus
May 21st Concert Band
All concerts will start at 7pm,
in the cafeteria.
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June 15th - 8th Grade
Promotion Ceremony at 6pm
Mocha With
Marty
The dates are as follow:
May 4, 2015@ 9:30am, Media
Center
8th Grade
Closing Ceremony will be held on Monday, June 15, 2015 at 6 pm. It
will be located in the cafeteria. We ask that all students report to the gymnasium
by 5:15 pm. The dress code for this event is business casual, not formal.
Students wearing inappropriate clothing will not be allowed to attend. If a young
lady is wearing a dress with thin straps or no straps, we ask that they wear a
sweater to cover up. After the closing ceremony, there will be light refreshments
located in the gymnasium.
DEBATE TEAM
The Lake Elkhorn Middle School Debate team had another successful season. The
debate resolution was, "The state of Maryland should ban the use of plastic bags and the
point of sale." The debate team went against two other schools on this topic, once for the
resolution and once against it. The students did a very good job in representing the
school. The team that was for the resolution won their debate and the team that was
against the resolution lost. So it was a split for our team from the school. The students
on the debate team will do a demonstration of their skills at the Enrichment Fair on May
7th. Fitness Fact and Challenge:
You heart beats about
100,000 times in one day and
about 35 million times in one
year. To make your heart
better equipped to handle
this, we challenge you to take
a 30 minute walk with a
family member three times
this week.
Mark your calendars! The Enrichment Fair is coming on Thursday May 7th, from 6:00 8:30. There will be many demonstrations of the different Enrichment Seminars. The
Actors Guild will be presenting their production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream", the
Debate Team will do a mock debate, there will be music numbers by band, strings, and
chorus, there will be other demonstrations by other Seminar groups and other groups
from throughout the school. Please come and see the wonderful things that are going on
in our school. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Mr. Bond at
david_bond@hcpss.org or 410-313-7600.
Early College Program Registration
Parents of 8th graders: the Early College Program is still recruiting
students.
This program provides students with a supportive and scholarly pathway to be successful in college
credit-bearing courses during their Junior and Senior years in high school. The Early College
program is designed to provide students with courses that will enrich their high school experience
and support their success in achieving 30 college credits by the time they graduate from OMHS.
Students could also continue at Howard Community College the following year, earning an
Associate’s Degree a year ahead of the usual schedule.
Science focus: Prepare for careers in science, pharmaceuticals, medicine and others
Education focus: Prepare for careers in math or science education
ESSENTIAL FEATURES:
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Grade 9/10: High school classes with cohort experience
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Grade 11: Some college classes taken at OMHS
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Grade 12: Elective taken at OMHS and College classes taken at HCC with transportation
provided
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One further year at HCC to gain AA degree
Questions? Contact: Richard Smart, richard_smart@hcpss.org (410) 313.6945
TEACHERS ARE HEROES
Do you know a teacher who has gone above and beyond his or her job description and
instilled a lifelong love for learning?
ABC2 is proud to introduce Teachers are Heroes, a 10-month program highlighting one Maryland school
teacher (K-12) each month who has gone above and beyond his or her job description and instilled a
lifelong love for learning in Maryland students. The program runs August 2014 through June 2015.
ABC2, in partnership with MECU - Baltimore's Credit Union, will award the monthly selected teachers a
$250 check to use toward classroom supplies along with a plaque acknowledging their achievement.
Winners will be highlighted on ABC2 News and abc2news.com throughout the school year.
NOTE: If you nominate a deserving teacher or even re-nominate a teacher who has made a positive
impact in your community you’ll be qualified to win two tickets to dine & cruise aboard the Spirit of
Baltimore. One winner will be randomly chosen monthly thru June 30, 2015. The online application is
found at: http://www.abc2news.com/teachersareheroes
Take Our Daughters/Sons to Work Form
April 10, 2015
Dear Parent/Guardian:
Take Our Daughters/Sons to Work is a public education program sponsored by the Ms. Foundation
for Women which was lunched in 1993. This year Take Our Daughters/Sons to Work will be on Thursday,
April 23, 2015. The Howard County Public School System supports this program which encourages girls/
boys to go to work with adult mentors. It is a great opportunity for students to investigate future careers.
We want to ensure a productive and educational day for all students. All grade levels will have
regular classes on Thursday. Students who will be absent on Thursday need to make the appropriate
arrangements with their teachers. If your child is going to observe an adult mentor on Thursday, please
click on the link below and fill out the form. This permission form is very important because it allows the
school to keep accurate attendance records. This form needs to be completed in order for your child to
be marked present.
This permission form needs to be completed by Wednesday, April 22. Click the link below, which will
take you to the form.
http://goo.gl/forms/sfQMNQQnrr
If you have any questions about this special day, please contact Student Services at 410-313-7635.
EAGLE PRIDE
At LEMS, we show Eagle PRIDE by demonstrating:
Perseverance
Respect
Integrity
Dependability
Excellence
When students show PRIDE, they earn Eagle Bucks to be used at our school store. Also, when students show PRIDE, they are able to participate in quarterly incentive activities. Our Pirst quarterly incentive will be 10/31. All students with 0 or 1 ofPice referrals will be able to participate in the Pirst incentive. Incentives for 2nd and 3rd quarters will also have both PRIDE and academic criteria for attendance. For the 2014-­‐2015 school year, our school store dates are: 4/24
05/29
Please remind your student to always show their LEMS PRIDE. If you are interested in helping with the school store or our quarterly incentives, please contact Dr. Burkhouse or Ms. Dugan. TESTING DATES
Below are important dates that all students and parents need to be made aware of. Save these dates
and emphasize to your children the importance of getting a good night's sleep prior to testing,
eating a good breakfast the morning of testing, and trying his/her best during all testing situations. We are looking for perfect attendance (on time and in school) on each of the testing dates. Thank
you in advance for your cooperation. April 14 - 15 MSA Science (8th grade only)
April 22 SMOB (Student Member On the Board) Election (period - TBD)
April 27 - 28 6th grade PARCC Math/Reading
April 29 - 30 8th grade PARCC Math/Reading
May 4 - 5 7th grade PARCC Math/Reading
May 6, 7, 8 PARCC make-up
May 11 - 12 6th grade MAP Math/Reading
May 13 - 14 8th grade MAP Math/Reading
May 15 - 18 7th grade MAP (Math/Reading CONGRATULATION
LUCAS HINES
REPORT TO THE NATION
Community Activities
CrossLife Community Church
Men’s Ministry "Wild Game Dinner" Sat. Apr. 11, 5- 8 p.m., Grace Episcopal Fellowship Hall, 6725 Montgomery Road; Elkridge,
MD, $50.00 due by Mar. 30 (Seating is limited) Dave Maier, call 410-796-0605 or email Maierrs7@gmail.com
Elkridge Youth Organization
The EYO 12U Baseball Team is hosting a Bingo Night, April 11, 7 p.m., at the OLPH Gym located at 4801 Ilchester Road, Ellicott
City. There will be Designer Purses filled with great prizes for each bingo winner and also Special Bingo card rounds. Tickets are
$20.00 in advance or $25.00 at the door. Tickets may be bought online at http://12ucanesbingonight.eventbrite.com or
12ubingo@verizon.net
Cedar Lane School
Cedar Lanes Annual Walk for Our Stars, Sat. April 18, 10 a.m., Maple Lawn Community Center.
Come join us for this fun, non-competitive walk. All money raised will be used to support our students with significant special
needs and our staff. Funds will go towards the purchase of specialized equipment, expand the school's cultural arts program,
increase the number of student field trips, and provide staff development opportunities beyond what is provided by the county.
Please support The Walk and help those who can't walk, learn to stand on their own and those who can't speak, find their voice.
For further information, please contact Cedar Lane School at 410-888-8800 or walkforourstars2015@verizon.net ES, MS, HS
Columbia Association
Drawing from Observation with Liron Fisch, build your portfolio for ages 11-17, Mon., April 20 - June 1, 5-7pm. To register,
please call Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or email art.staff@columbiaassociation.org MS, HS
Mt. Hebron High School Girls Lacrosse Program (Viking Backers)
12th Annual Golf Tournament, Mon., Apr. 20, Turf Valley Resort. Cost: $150 individual/$550 foursome. Tickets can be purchased
on-line at www.vikingbackers.org
Columbia Association
Making Comics with Adam Goode, for ages 11-14, Tues., April 21-June 9, 5-7 p.m. To register, please call Columbia Art Center at
410-730-0075 or email art.staff@columbiaassociation.org MS, HS
Columbia Association
Portrait Drawing for Teens with Korey Rosenbaum ages 13-17, Tues., April 21 - May 26, 5-7pm. To register, please call Columbia
Art Center at 410-730-0075 or email art.staff@columbiaassociation.org MS, HS
Howard County Government
Womenfest, A Health & Wellness Event for Women, Sat., Apr. 25, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. FREE
Gary J. Arthur Community Center at Glenwood, Cooksville, MD.
For more information visit the event’s website at www.howardcountyaging.org/WomenFest or call 410-313-5440.
Harpers Choice Community Association
Health and Safety Fair, Sat. Apr. 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kahler Hall, 5400 Old Tucker Row Columbia, MD.
LUNGevity
Help fight lung cancer. Join us for Breathe Deep Columbia, a 5K walk in Town Center on Sat., Apr. 25 sponsored by the
LUNGevity Foundation. Register at www.LUNGevity.org/columbia. ES, MS, HS
Community Activities
Recreation and Parks
Recreation & Parks has established local baseball teams for several age groups in your community. We are writing to invite you and
your neighbors to participate in the Columbia Baseball League (CBL). Come help us bring baseball back to your community. First time
and experienced players are welcome. Thanks to support from the Howard County Public School System, permits for your local school
fields were issued to Recreation & Parks. We recognize some families could use a little extra assistance with the price of registration.
Recreation & Parks has a sliding scale for financial assistance program. Howard County residency is required for financial assistance.
To apply for financial assistance, a scholarship application and acceptable proof of income must be submitted. Applications and income
verification can be faxed to 410-313-4658, emailed to registration@howardcountymd.gov or mailed/delivered to Howard County
Recreation & Parks, 7120 Oakland Mills Road, Columbia, MD 21046. ES, MS, HS
North Laurel Community Center
A new, free walking program for the community beginning Sat., Mar. 28, at the North Laurel Park, at the North Laurel Community
Center, 9411 Whisky Bottom Road, Laurel MD. The walking program will be every Sat. from Mar. 28-Oct. 31. New member
registration is at 8:45 a.m. program is 9-10 a.m. For more information call 410-740-7601. ES, MS, HS
The First Tee
A unique youth development program that teaches children and youth ages 7-14 core values and healthy habits through the game of
golf. Classes begin in Apr. at Fairway Hills Golf Club in Columbia and additional program locations will be offered around the county
this summer. Sessions are $60-$150 and scholarships are available.
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For more info email: Karen Freerksen,
FREERKSEN@verizon.net
Community Activities
CrossLife Community Church
Men’s Ministry "Wild Game Dinner" Sat. Apr. 11, 5- 8 p.m., Grace Episcopal Fellowship Hall, 6725 Montgomery Road;
Elkridge, MD, $50.00 due by Mar. 30 (Seating is limited) Dave Maier, call 410-796-0605 or email Maierrs7@gmail.com
Elkridge Youth Organization
The EYO 12U Baseball Team is hosting a Bingo Night, April 11, 7 p.m., at the OLPH Gym located at 4801 Ilchester Road,
Ellicott City. There will be Designer Purses filled with great prizes for each bingo winner and also Special Bingo card rounds.
Tickets are $20.00 in advance or $25.00 at the door. Tickets may be bought online at http://
12ucanesbingonight.eventbrite.com or 12ubingo@verizon.net
Cedar Lane School
Cedar Lanes Annual Walk for Our Stars, Sat. April 18, 10 a.m., Maple Lawn Community Center.
Come join us for this fun, non-competitive walk. All money raised will be used to support our students with significant special
needs and our staff. Funds will go towards the purchase of specialized equipment, expand the school's cultural arts program,
increase the number of student field trips, and provide staff development opportunities beyond what is provided by the county.
Please support The Walk and help those who can't walk, learn to stand on their own and those who can't speak, find their voice.
For further information, please contact Cedar Lane School at 410-888-8800 or walkforourstars2015@verizon.net ES, MS, HS
Columbia Association
Drawing from Observation with Liron Fisch, build your portfolio for ages 11-17, Mon., April 20 - June 1, 5-7pm. To register,
please call Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or email art.staff@columbiaassociation.org MS, HS
Mt. Hebron High School Girls Lacrosse Program (Viking Backers)
12th Annual Golf Tournament, Mon., Apr. 20, Turf Valley Resort. Cost: $150 individual/$550 foursome. Tickets can be
purchased on-line at www.vikingbackers.org
Columbia Association
Making Comics with Adam Goode, for ages 11-14, Tues., April 21-June 9, 5-7 p.m. To register, please call Columbia Art
Center at 410-730-0075 or email art.staff@columbiaassociation.org MS, HS
Columbia Association
Portrait Drawing for Teens with Korey Rosenbaum ages 13-17, Tues., April 21 - May 26, 5-7pm. To register, please call
Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or email art.staff@columbiaassociation.org MS, HS
Howard County Government
Womenfest, A Health & Wellness Event for Women, Sat., Apr. 25, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. FREE
Gary J. Arthur Community Center at Glenwood, Cooksville, MD.
For more information visit the event’s website at www.howardcountyaging.org/WomenFest or call 410-313-5440.
Harpers Choice Community Association
Health and Safety Fair, Sat. Apr. 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kahler Hall, 5400 Old Tucker Row Columbia, MD.
LUNGevity
Help fight lung cancer. Join us for Breathe Deep Columbia, a 5K walk in Town Center on Sat., Apr. 25 sponsored by the
LUNGevity Foundation. Register at www.LUNGevity.org/columbia. ES, MS, HS
Newsletter
Meetings are the 2nd Thursday of every month as follows:
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FOR THE WINTER
May 14th
June 11th
DANCE.WE NEED THE FOLLOWING:
CHAPERONES
TICKET BOOTH
SET-UP
We will be holding our Executive Board Meetings starting at 6pm –which are
open to all- followed by our
CLEAN-UP
General Meeting starting at 6:30 and the family event at the same time. PTSA meetings can be fun and we
want a wide range of participation from our members.
GIANT A+ is up and running – please take a moment to update your school info there- we really
are looking for the funds in order to bring in some Cultural events and assemblies.
Send in those Box Tops!!!! We need them- we want them and we will use them!!!!
We are also looking for various Volunteers- we always need help with events at school and if you possess a
certain talent for writing grants, coordinating donations from local businesses, taking tickets at events,
teacher appreciation, PTSA Bulletin Board or coming in to help with the School store (where our kids spend
their Eagle Bucks) then we’d love to hear from you! If you feel you can help fill out our volunteer form and
send it back into school- or fill the form out and email it back to us. Some upcoming events we need help
with are our March madness Basketball- Spring Flea Market in April- and a movie night in December.
GIANT A+ is up and running – please take a moment to update your school info there- we really
are looking for the funds in order to bring in some Cultural events and assemblies.
Send in those Box Tops!!!! We need them- we want them and we will use them!!!!
We are also looking for various Volunteers- we always need help with events at school and if you
possess a certain talent for writing grants, coordinating donations from local businesses, taking
tickets at events, teacher appreciation, PTSA Bulletin Board or coming in to help with the School
store (where our kids spend their Eagle Bucks) then we’d love to hear from you! If you feel you can
help fill out our volunteer form and send it back into school- or fill the form out and email it back to
us. Some upcoming events we need help with are our March madness Basketball- Spring Flea
Market in April- and a movie night in December.
If there is something you need or comments you have let us know by emailing us at:
Lakeelkhornptsa@gmail.com
We also have a mail box in the front office!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Jenny, Lee, Tonya and Gladys
JENNY BONILLA- PRESIDENT
LEE BUDAR-DANOFF- VICE PRESIDENT
TONYA CROTTY- SECRETARY
GLADYS KNIGHT- TREASURER
April 11th or 25th--Yard Sale
May 14th--TBA