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December 2017

Events

-12/5-7 Christmas in Color @ Provo Towne Center -12/8 School Spirit Day/ T-shirt orders due -12/13 HOPE Squad Meeting 3:30-4:15 in the Media Center -12/14 Orchestra Concert 4:00 in the Gym -12/18 Santa Visits and Class Parties -12/19 Christmas Sing 2 PM in the Gym for ALL parents -12/20 Faculty vs. Students Basketball Game 10:00 in the Gym -12/20 Half Day (No Pre-School or Kindergarten) 9:05-1:00 *Students will be served lunch this day. -Last day to order Yearbooks @ $15 price (see flier below) -12/21-1/2 Christmas Vacation -1/8 General PTA meeting @ 9:15 am any PTA member is invited

You are Invited to the Annual Lindon Elementary Christmas Sing! When: Tuesday, December 19 Where: Lindon Elementary Gym Time: 2:00 PM for ALL Parents Please note this is different from years past. There is not a morning sing for parents this year, so please plan accordingly.

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-Here's a great way to have some holiday fun AND help out our school! Christmas in Color in Provo will give up to 25% back to our school for families who use our LINDONINCOLOR promo code for tickets on December 5th, 6th or 7th. Also, if you go during the first hour, you can get a 2nd car in for free or get a bounce back for free.

Principal News Happy Holidays to One and All! There is no better place to be during the holidays than an elementary school, especially Lindon Elementary school. It warms my heart to walk down the halls and to hear children's voices singing and to watch students creating holiday gifts and performing acts of service. Speaking of service, last month during our Week of Service, our students donated over 2,000 food items to the Community Action Food Bank, and over 1,300 shoes to Miss Utah County to deliver to those in need in Africa. What a testament to the kind of children and families that attend Lindon Elementary! For the past few weeks we've been discussing the question, "How can I be my best self?" as a school, and certainly our students have had many opportunities to shine as of late. We have just completed the 1st Trimester, and report cards are just coming home. Our report cards look a lot different than they have in the past. All of our K-6 students will be receiving a Standards Based Report Card. This is new for our 4th6th grade students who have historically received a letter grade based on a percentage in the class. The SBRC focuses on student mastery of essential standards as opposed to a percentage. We've found that the kinds of conversations that our students, teachers, and parents are having about learning has radically transformed. For instance, instead of conversations about extra credit to raise a grade, we are hearing conversations about how to assist a student really learn and understand a concept. Please note that the desired grade on the SBRC is a 3. That means the student has mastered the standard. 4's can be given, but they represent students having deeper understanding of concepts beyond the standard. We'll be seeing more of those as the year goes on. It is also important to mention that there is not a letter grade correlation with the Standards Based Report Card scores (i.e. a 4 does not equal an A). Thank you for your support as we make this transition in the best interest of our students. If you have any questions please inquire at the office. Also sent home with report cards is our annual Stakeholders' Report. We are so proud to share with you what we've been up to over the past year! One side of the brochure report is our academic gains and the other side represents some really interesting information that sets Lindon apart from the rest. Thanks to our School Community Council and to Jennifer Christensen, in particular, for helping us to put together such a beautiful document to showcase our school. Finally, we've received a lot of feedback about the Christmas Sing over the years. We've tried to find a way for each student to be able to be seen and heard as they perform, for all parents to have a place to sit, and to have adequate room for all to enjoy the performance. We've had some successes and some challenges. Not to mention the fact we have been in gross violation of the fire code for years. Ultimately, we have decided to break from tradition in how we present our Christmas Sing. This year there will be a morning sing for students only where the children just perform for each other. It will give us an opportunity to do a run through of our program and to work out any bugs with enough room to have all of the students in the gym at the same time. The afternoon sing will be the performance for all parents. Students will come to the gym one class at a time and perform on the stage for their parents, and then return to their classrooms. The choir and orchestra will also perform that afternoon. We are still working out the possibility of all students performing "Merry Christmas, Lindon Elementary," so stay tuned about that. We appreciate your support as we explore the best way for our students to share their talents with you! One of the things that makes Lindon Elementary great is the unfailing support of our parents and community as we try new things and ever try to improve. Without that support we could not progress. We are grateful for you and for your exceptional students. Happy Holidays to all! Mrs. Ross

SAGE Testing Scores Here’s how our students did on SAGE testing compared to Alpine School District and the State of Utah: State

ASD

Lindon

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Report on 2016-2017 Trust Lands Plan and Budget of $49,248

GOAL 1

$19,983

Teacher Summer Collaboration Grants

$5,745

2015

2016

2017

Language Arts

GOAL 2

STAR Reading Coordinator Salary

2015

2016

GOAL 3

2017

Mathematics

$10,872

2015

2016

2017

Science Data from https://datagateway.schools.utah.gov/

A

Decrease the number of 4th-6th grade students in the non-proficient range on the Language Arts SAGE assessment by 2%.

80% of K-3rd grade students will reach the end of year benchmark on DIBELS. We came so close with 79% of our K-3rd grade students reaching the end-of-year benchmark on DIBELS.

9% ve abo ASD

2014

2017 - 2018

We made our goal!    We decreased the number of non-proficient 4th-6th grade students by 7% from last year.    Most impressive, our below proficient students made almost 2 years of growth!

% Up 7

2014

Increase the number of 4th-6th grade students in the proficient range on the Language Arts SAGE assessment by 2%.

Stakeholders’ Report

We made our goal!  We increased the number of proficient 4th-6th grade students by 7% from last year.  Most impressive, our students made an average of 1.5 years of growth!

$3,567

Music Aide Salary

Up 7

2014

Last Year’s Goals & Results

Lindon earned an A grade from the Utah State Board of Education!

Classroom Aide Support

$4,148

2017-2018 Plan

Our plan this year is very similar to last year: GOAL 1

Increase the number of 4th-6th grade students in the proficient range on the Language Arts SAGE assessment by 2%.

GOAL 2

80% of K-3rd grade students will reach the end of year benchmark on DIBELS.

Intervention Teacher Partial Salary

$1,698

Teacher Professional Development Conferences/Classes/Materials

$3,235

Carryover for 2017-2018

Lindon Elementary SCC Members

Brooke Adams, Jennifer Christensen, Amy Clay, Jody Dyer, Janice Esplin, Jessica Guernsey, Cheri Hardman (Chair), Kate Ross, Shelly Stewart, Kim Walker, Mardi Weber, and Chelsea Yanguez

Through the united efforts of students, educators, parents, and community members, the mission of Lindon Elementary is to provide a nurturing environment that ensures high levels of learning and support for all students.

Lindon Elementary Kate Ross, Principal

30 North Main Lindon, Utah 84042 (801) 610 - 8111

Lost & Found Please check the lunch room before Christmas Break for any

missing items you might have. We are getting quite a collection.

Help needed for our Faculty 12 Days of Christmas - sign up here: http://www.signupg enius.com/go/4090d4caba9 2fa0fc1-12days

Sundance Ski School Signups are due Dec. 13th. (See flier below). Come have fun learning how to ski, and enjoy one of Utah’s greatest outdoor sports. Carpools are available!! You don’t Want to Miss this!!

PTA MEMBERSHIP DRIVE All PTA Members will be entered into our monthly Membership Drawings! Thanks for being a PTA member!

Congratulations to Jasha Kirby for winning our December PTA Membership Drawing. You have won 2 ski passes to Sundance Resort.

Next month’s drawing will be dinner for two at Rodizio Grill.

If you're not a paid PTA member and want to join before next month's drawing, sign up here: https://goo.gl/forms/N3UEEuOA55e ls2Gq2

- Yearbook News -

-6th Grade spotlight information is due by Friday, Dec. 16th. For details, email lindonyearbook@gm ail.com Rules:

-Last day to order the Yearbook at the $15 price is Wednesday, Dec. 20th. After that Yearbooks will cost $20. (see order form below).

School Shirts & Hoodies – we will be placing another order of school shirts and hoodies on Dec. 8th. To order, come to the office, or see the order form below!!

1. Reward system is for the Orem store only (in ASD boundaries). 2. Grades K-6 only. Previously, grades 7-12 had been discontinued. 3. STANDARDS: A Mastery score of a 3 (Standard Mastery) is acceptable for the reward, as that is our goal for every child. 4's, of course, will receive the reward as well. 4. Six (6) donut maximum per student/per current report card. Report Cards from previous years will not be accepted. 5. Student MUST be present with actual report card (to be stamped upon receiving donuts) in order to receive reward. Digital (phone, iPad, screenshot pics, etc.) will not be accepted as they can't track those. Parents who show up without students will not receive report card rewards.

Battle of the Books News Teams are being formed right now, and will be announced in Dec. Keep reading.!! Competitions Start in March!!

News from our Art Department

Star Reading Program Come Read with Amazing Lindon Elementary Students. It’s fun, rewarding, and a wonderful way to serve. Volunteer today! As a Star Reading Tutor, you will follow a fun simple reading program. We will practice reading skills that will help each student achieve their reading goals. It’s fun, exciting and very rewarding. We need Volunteers the following dates and times please e-mail Sharlyn Devenish ([email protected] ) for further information about this exciting program. Thank you for your help! Our Schedule: Program starts the last week of Sept and goes thru the middle of May. *Mon & Wed 1:00pm- 1:30pm *Tues & Thurs 11:00am - 11:30pm *Tues & Thurs 12:30am -1:00pm More volunteers are needed during these times. But any time you’re available to give is appreciated. Thanks!

Engineering Encounters Alpine District Bright Ideas 2017-2018

BRIGHT'IDEAS'SUPER'SATURDAYS' 8:30312:00''

' SESSION'ONE:'Engineering'in'the'Past'' (Choose'One'Location)'

NOVEMBER 4TH River Rock Elementary 520 North 1700 West Lehi, Utah 84043

NOVEMBER 18 TH Mt. Mahogany Elementary 618 North 1300 West Pleasant Grove, Utah 84062

SESSION'TWO:'Engineer'in'the'Present'(Choose'One'Location)' FEBRUARY 10TH River Rock Elementary 520 North 1700 West Lehi, Utah 84043

FEBRUARY 24 TH Mt. Mahogany Elementary 618 North 1300 West Pleasant Grove, Utah 84062

SESSION'THREE:'Engineering'in'the'Future' ' ' (Choose'One'Location)' APRIL 14TH

River Rock Elementary 520 North 1700 West Lehi, Utah 84043

APRIL 21 ST

Mt. Mahogany Elementary 618 North 1300 West Pleasant Grove, Utah 84062

COST: $25 per session or pre-register for all three sessions by October 27th for $60.

Register On-line: alpineschools.org/gifted-services No refunds will be given

Testing for ASD Advanced Learning Labs (A. L. L.) 2018-2019 School Year

Alpine School District A.L.L. TESTING

For 2nd through 7th Grade Students

This testing is required for placement in the A.L.L. for third to sixth grade magnet site elementary programs and for the seventh and eighth grade subject programs in English, History, and Science. Program locations and details can be found at: http://alpineschools.org/gifted-services Advanced Learning Lab (A. L. L.), will take place at the following testing sessions: Jan. 13th Highland & Orem Elementary, American Fork Junior High Secondary Jan. 20th Saratoga Shores & Lindon Elementary, Canyon View Junior High Secondary Jan. 27th Saratoga Shores & Lindon Elementary, Vista Heights Middle School Secondary Feb. 3rd Highland & Orem Elementary, Orem Junior High Secondary ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL BE OPEN November 1 to January 30.

www.alpineschools.org www.alpineschools.org/gifted-services

On the ASD homepage select schools, programs, gifted services. The testing registration button will take you to the ALL Online Testing Registration Hot Link. Do not create a new account in xpress bill pay – fill out the form online and submit for payment.



There will be a nonrefundable $20.00 fee for each test. Registration closes three days prior to testing. Late registration is $25.00. Reduced fees are available on-line for students on free or reduced status. Registration requires a student ID number. If the children have ever been in Alpine School District they should use their Other ID located in Skyward. Students who have never been in the ASD use 5555555.



 

Basics of Guardianship (Rescheduled and change of location)

Thursday, January 19, 2017

6:30-8:00 PM Dan Peterson School, 169 North 1100 East, American Fork • • • •

Presenter: Michelle Morris, Exec. Dir. of Guardianship Associates of Utah Who can be a guardian Rights and responsibility of a guardian Different types of guardianship Options of how to petition for guardianship

Validating the Emotion Without Condoning the Behavior: How to talk to your child with mental health challenges

Thursday, January 26, 2017

6:30-8:00 PM Legacy Elementary Media Center, 28 East 1340 North, American Fork • • •

Presenter: Brenda Chabot, Family Resource Facilitator Learn about the impact of mental illness on each family member Learn various skills to improve day to day communications within the family as well as during episodes of crisis There’s more! Communication skills, problem solving skills, tips for challenging behavior, crisis preparation and response and more!

Childcare is not provided. For information on Parent Nights and other upcoming events visit http://alpineschools.org/specialeducation/ Or Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/UPCAlpine Questions? Please contact Maria Wiscombe 801-318-1959 or [email protected]

Lindon Elementary School T-Shirt Order Form Final T-shirt and Hoodie order due Friday Nov. 17th

Name:

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Student Name:

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Size Youth Small (6-8) Youth Medium (10-12) Youth Large (12-14) Youth XL (14-16)

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$10

Adult Small

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$10

Adult Medium

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$10

Adult Large

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Adult XL

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$10

Adult XXL

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$10

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$20

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Adult Medium

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$20

Adult Large

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$20

Adult XL

Blue

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$20

Adult XXL

Blue

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$20

Youth Small (6-8) Youth Medium (10-12) Youth Large (12-14) Youth XL (14-16)

Total: Please make checks payable to Lindon Elementary PTA

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!!

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Lindon Elementary Ski/Snowboard Program 2017 We are excited for another year of the Sundance Ski/Snowboard program offered to Lindon Elementary Students. The program will run for four weeks and the program includes a 2-hour lesson and afternoon/evening lift ticket ages 8 and up for skiing and age 9 and up for snowboarding. Program will run on the following Mondays; January 8, 22, 29 and February 5 2 hour lesson will be from 4:30-6:30pm, arrival at Sundance 4:00pm. Skiing is available after lesson, this is not a available for first timer's or beginner's unless arrangements have been made, (you are with a parent, etc.). The Cost of the Program is $200.00 per student ($160.00 for season pass holders). Payments can be paid by venmo (@Shauni-Keith) or can be dropped off at the Lindon Elementary office. Payment and registration (below) are due by Wednesday, December 13th. Payments made out to Shauni Keith, Sundance will only accept one payment. Lessons are non-refundable and cannot be made up for any reason. Rentals are available with an additional cost of $40 for equipment and additional $20 for a helmet for the entire program, this must be paid with the program payment. Manager of the Sundance Rental shop will come to Lindon Elementary for measurements of those renting equipment, this will happen during school before Christmas Break. This is a parent run program, Please Contact Shauni Keith with any questions at [email protected] . More information to come after registrations are received. Please fill out the form below & return with payment no later than Wednesday, December 13th ____________________________________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian name:______________________________ Phone number: ______________ Email: _______________________________ I would like to be a part of a carpool? Y / N I would like to carpool with, or my child would like to ride with, that is also participating and or driving carpool_____________________________________ I would be willing to drive other children that need rides? Y / N Student Name: ___________________________ Age: ________ Grade/Teacher: ______ SKI or SNOWBOARD Rentals? Y / N Helmet included? Y / N Season pass holder? Y / N Ski or Snowboard Ability? Never been, beginner, intermediate (ski on own) , experienced skier if participated last year, level of lesson?________ Student Name: ____________________________ Age: ________ Grade/Teacher: _______________ SKI or SNOWBOARD Rentals? Y / N Helmet included? Y / N Season pass holder? Y / N Ski or Snowboard Ability? Never been, beginner, intermediate (ski on own) , experienced skier Payment: (Please circle)

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