Linton Springs Elementary School

Weekly News

375 Ronsdale Road, Sykesville MD 21784

Phone: 410-751-3280 Fax: 410-751-3285

www.carrollk12.org/lse

November 8, 2019

Monday

November 11

Tuesday

November 12

Wednesday

November 13

Thursday

November 14

Friday November 15

Girls on the Run

3:15 – 4:30

Good News Club

3:15 – 4:45

PTA - Chili’s Night

Lego Club

3:15 – 4:30

Girls on the Run

3:15 – 4:30

Report Card Distribution

PTA Bingo Night: 6 – 8 pm

Future Events for Your Calendar

November 19, 2019

3:15 – 4:45

6 pm

Fall Photo Retakes

Good News Club

PTA Meeting

November 20, 2019 3:15 – 4:30 Lego Club November 25, 2019 3:15 – 4:30 Lego Club November 26, 2019 3:15 – 4:45

3:30 – 6:30

Good News Club

Conference Night – parent request * Sign up link below*

November 27, 2019 Dismissal begins @ 12:20PM

EARLY DISMISSAL (No Pre-k) November 28 & 29, 2019

NO SCHOOL

Thanksgiving Holiday December 9 – 13, 2019

Scholastic Book Fair Week

December 10, 2019 7 pm Band & Chorus Winter Concert - CHS

December 12, 2019 4 – 7:30 Family Night at LSE

Book Fair

Family Photography (Life Touch)

Spelling Bee December 13, 2019

Interims Home today (grades K – 2)

December 23 – 31, 2019

NO SCHOOL

Winter Break

Parent Requested Conference

Night Tuesday, November 26th

Sign up for teacher conferences may be scheduled using this link only. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084CADAC23A2F49-november

PBIS Incentive

This quarter we will have an additional optional incentive to encourage students to earn Starbucks for demonstrating our Shining Star Behaviors. Students are invited to turn in 50

Starbucks by Wednesday, Nov. 27th in order to participate in our 20 minute Turkey Trot. Grade levels will have assigned times during the day for this fun course that celebrates the hard work and important qualities we teach our students. Please continue to encourage your students to

demonstrate safety, taking responsibility, active learning, and respect so they can earn their Starbucks over the next 7 weeks. We hope to see all our students there!

From the LSE Office: Absent/Dismissal notes Please use our lseattendance@carrollk12.org address and always include the following with your correspondence: Student’s first and last name Teacher information

The reason for the absence If applicable: Time of pick up, if your child will be returning, bus number, car rider number.

An emergency contact is a person that you have chosen for us to contact in the event of an emergency if you are not available. They are not allowed to pick up students at random

without a permission note from a parent.

Thank you.

PTA News

Box Tops:

Congratulations to Madison Jenkins, Simon Few, and Corey Chapman for winning our Save

Over Summer Box Tops contest! These lucky students have all won gift cards to 5 Below,

Rita’s, or Amazon!

Please be sure to download the new app to your smart phone and start scanning those

receipts! We are also still collecting all unexpired traditional Box Tops as there are many

still in circulation during the digital transition.

PTA Bingo Night: Nov. 15, 6-8pm

We need volunteer for Bingo Night, please consider volunteering your time:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0b4ea4a62ea5fb6-lsebingo1

Facebook:

Did you know LSE PTA has a Facebook page? Click and come see what we’re all about.

Announcements & Gentle Reminders

Congratulations Linton Springs Elementary on earning Gold status in the

“Project ACES” Physical Activity Challenge. We had 95.78% of our

students meet the 60 minutes per day challenge. Many students increased

their activity level and are now more aware of healthy eating habits as well

as physical fitness habits. As a result of meeting this status, our school will

have access to $200 to be used within our Physical Education/Health

programs. In addition, Linton Springs placed 4th overall in your division and

earned another $100.

Help spread awareness and wear blue on November 14th to support World Diabetes Day. Diabetes is a chronic disease where the pancreas does not produce enough insulin if any at all and can affect any age. It can also lead to serious health conditions but the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes can be significantly reduced by an adoption of a healthy diet and increased physical activity. 1 in 2 people who have diabetes do not know they have it. Take the time this month to learn more about the warning signs.

American Education Week is Nov. 18-22. Visitors are welcome to observe during school hours but we ask that you please follow visitor procedures by checking into the office upon arrival and have your ID available. We look forward to you observing the amazing instruction that occurs, so please be a silent supporter of the learning. If you would like a conference please feel free to contact your child’s teacher or sign up for conferences on Nov. 26th.

Shannon Spencer, our permanent substitute, will be providing instruction in fifth grade STEM until we are able to interview and hire a teacher. Ms. Spencer is a certified teacher. She knows our students, schedule, routines and philosophies. Ms. Heser, Mr. Lenz, and Ms. Myers have all lent a hand to make this transition as smooth as possible for everyone.

Family Night December 12th o Scholastic's Arctic Adventure Book Fair: Snow Much to Read! Family

Night will be held on Thursday, December 12th from 4 - 7:30 PM. It's the coolest reading expedition ever. Come out to see the books your student wrote down on their wish list and purchase some gifts for the holidays. Consider adding some books to your child's teacher's classroom library. The new Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Dog Man books will be available as well as many other popular titles. Check out our website at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/lintonspringselem. Hope to see you there!

o During Family Night on Dec.12th, the annual LSE Spelling Bee will occur as well. Students in grades 2-5 are eligible to compete and should look for information regarding the written spelling test in the near future. The top ten high scorers in each grade will then take to the stage to compete in the oral spelling bees, one per grade. First place winners receive a $20 gift certificate to the Book Fair, second place winners receive a $15 gift certificate, and third place winners receive a $10 gift certificate. Good luck to all who participate!

o LifeTouch will also be here during Family Night! On a first come basis, families can sit for one pose and purchase the printed photos on site. Please see the flier for more information. Bring your best smiles!

KUDOS

A heart-felt thank you and farewell to Mr. Lenz as he pursues his career path

at Winters Mill High School. Good Luck, Mr. Lenz!

Kudos to Ms. Goda and Ms. Spindler who have been busy in the LSE office doing the job of three secretaries! Good news – Patricia Mower, an experienced secretary, will be joining the LSE staff on December 2nd!

LINTON SPRINGS ELEMENTARY MENUS

November 11 - 15, 2019 Breakfast - $1.50 – Served daily from 8:05 – 8:25 am

*Each breakfast comes with milk, juice, and fruit options

Rotating Schedule for Breakfast Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Sausage Pancake Stick

Benefit Bar

Mini Cinnamon Rolls

Egg & Cheese Sandwich

Variety of Muffins

Donuts

Variety of Cereal

French Toast Sticks

Yogurt/Cheese Stick/Grahams

Variety of Cereal

Ham & Cheese Sandwich

Honey Bun

Benefit Bar

Variety of Cereal

LSE Special Donut

Bagel w/Cream Cheese

Variety of Cereal

Lunch - $2.50

Monday

November 11

Tuesday

November 12

Wednesday

November 13

Thursday

November 14

Friday

November 15 Entree Choices:

Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce

Popcorn Chicken

Grab ‘n Go Combo

Entrée Salad

Sides:

Green Beans

Bell Peppers & Tomatoes

Entree Choices:

Nachos Grande

Cheese Rippers

Grab ‘n Go Combo

Entrée Salad

Sides:

Seasoned Corn

Tossed Salad

Entree Choices:

Chicken Patty on Roll

Hot Dog/Corn Dog

Grab ‘n Go Combo

Entrée Salad

Sides:

Baked Beans

Carrot Sticks

Entree Choices:

Roasted Turkey

Chicken Tenders

Grab ‘n Go Combo

Entrée Salad

Sides:

Stuffing

Mashed Potatoes/Gravy

Entree Choices:

Variety of Pizza

Chicken Nuggets

Grab ‘n Go Combo

Entrée Salad

Sides:

Mixed Vegetables

Cucumber Slices

Mixed Fruit

Variety of Fresh Fruit

Diced Pears

Variety of Fresh Fruit

French Fries

Applesauce

Variety of Fresh Fruit

Sauerkraut Candied Sweet Potatoes

Green Beans

Cranberry Sauce

Fresh Fruit

PUMPKIN COOKIE

Mixed Fruit

Variety of Fresh Fruit

Procedures for Closings and Delays

Due to inclement weather or other emergencies

Closing ONE (1) HOUR Early:

If still in session, A.M. Pre-Kindergarten and A.M. PREP will dismiss at the regular scheduled time.

P.M. PREP Programs will be canceled.

Full day Pre-Kindergarten will dismiss ONE (1) HOUR early.

All students will ride their regularly assigned bus home.

Closing TWO (2) HOURS Early:

If still in session, A.M. Pre-Kindergarten and A.M. PREP will dismiss at 11 AM.

P.M. PREP Programs will be canceled.

Full day Pre-Kindergarten will dismiss TWO (2) HOURS early.

All students will ride their regularly assigned bus home.

Closing THREE (3) HOURS Early:

If still in session, A.M. Pre-Kindergarten and A.M. PREP will dismiss at 10 AM.

P.M. PREP Programs will be canceled.

Full day Pre-Kindergarten will dismiss THREE (3) HOURS early.

All students will ride their regularly assigned bus home.

DELAYED OPENING:

Full day Pre-Kindergarten will follow the Carroll County Public Schools’ delayed schedule as announced.

Full day Pre-Kindergarten students will ride their regularly assigned bus to school.

All A.M. Pre-Kindergarten and A.M. PREP classes will be canceled.

P.M. PREP Programs will be on regular schedule.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Board of Education of Carroll County in its operation of the Carroll County Public Schools (CCPS) is firmly committed to creating equal employment and educational opportunities for all persons in its

employment practices or in the provision of services, programs, or activities.

CCPS does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, ancestry or national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. CCPS provides

nondiscriminatory access to school facilities in accordance with its policies and regulations regarding the community use of schools (including, but not limited to, the Boy Scouts).

CCPS maintains all of its policies and practices in strict compliance with all applicable Federal and State civil rights laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Titles I and II of the Americans

with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and Title 20 of the State Government

Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland.

No person will be denied admission to any school or to any program or course of study in CCPS on a basis that is contrary to any of the above stated laws.

TITLES VI AND VII OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964

Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibit discrimination in the provision of programs and services (Title VI) and in employment practices (Title VII). All students and employees in the CCPS are

covered by these laws. They require that the system must provide equal opportunity in admissions, athletics, counseling, access to courses, and employment policies regarding race, color, or national

origin.

For questions or concerns regarding Titles VI and VII, please contact one of the following: Dana Falls, Director of Student Services, 125 North Court Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157, (410) 751-3123, or

Chantress Baptist, Director of Human Resources, 125 North Court Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157, (410) 751-3070.

TITLES I AND II OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

The CCPS does not discriminate on the basis of disability in employment or provision of services, programs or activities. Persons needing auxiliary aids and services for communication should contact the

Office of Community and Media Relations at 410-751-3020 or publicinfo@carrollk12.org, or write to Carroll County Public Schools, 125 North Court Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157. Persons who are

deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, may use Relay or 7-1-1. Please contact the school system at least one (1) week in advance of the date the special accommodation is needed.

Information concerning the Americans with Disabilities Act is available from the Director of Facilities or the Supervisor of Community and Media Relations: Raymond Prokop, Director of Facilities, 125 North

Court Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157, (410) 751-3177, or Carey Gaddis, Supervisor of Community and Media Relations, 125 North Court Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157, (410) 751-3020.

SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibits discrimination based on disability. Inquiries regarding students’ rights related to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 should be addressed to

the CCPS 504 Coordinator. All other Section 504 related questions should be addressed to the Supervisor of Student Support Services.

Contact Dona Foster, Supervisor of Student Support Services, 125 North Court Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157, (410) 386-1822, 125 North Court Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.

TITLE IX OF THE EDUCATION AMENDMENTS OF 1972

Title IX is that portion of the Educational Amendments of 1972 which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in educational programs or activities receiving federal funds. All students and employees in Carroll County Public Schools are covered by this law. It requires that the system must provide equal opportunity

in admissions, athletics, counseling, access to courses, employment policies regarding marital or parental status of students, and treatment of students.

For questions or concerns regarding Title IX, please contact one of the Title IX Coordinators: Judith Jones, Supervisor of Equity and Community Outreach, 125 North Court Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157, (410) 386-1680, or David Dolch, Supervisor of Athletics, 125 North Court Street, Westminster,

Maryland 21157, (410) 751-3059.

NON-DISCRIMINATION GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE

The CCPS has adopted an internal grievance procedure providing for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging any discriminatory action prohibited by applicable laws. Any person who believes she

or he has been subjected to discrimination on the basis of disability may file a grievance under this procedure. It is against the law for the CCPS or any of its employees to retaliate against anyone who files

a grievance or cooperates in the investigation of a grievance.

Grievances or complaints related to allegations of discrimination should be addressed to the Director of Human Resources, Chantress Baptist, 125 North Court Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157, (410) 751-

3070.

Procedure:

Grievances must be submitted to the Director of Human Resources within 20 calendar days of the date the person filing the grievance becomes aware of the alleged discriminatory action.

A complaint must be in writing, containing the name and address of the person filing it. The complaint must state the problem or action alleged to be discriminatory and the remedy or relief

sought.

The Director of Human Resources (or her/his designee) shall conduct an investigation of the complaint. This investigation may be informal, but it must be thorough, affording all interested persons an opportunity to submit evidence related to the complaint. The Director of Human

Resources will maintain the files and records for the CCPS relating to such grievances.

The Director of Human Resources (or her/his designee) will issue a written decision on the grievance no later than 30 days after its filing.

The person filing the grievance may appeal the decision of the written decision from the Director of Human Resources (or her/his designee) by writing to the Superintendent of Schools within 15 days of receiving the Director of Human Resources (or her/his designee). The Superintendent of

Schools shall issue a written decision in response to the appeal no later than 30 days after its filing.

The availability and use of this grievance procedure does not prevent a person from filing a complaint of discrimination with the U. S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, the Equal Employment

Opportunity Commission, or the Maryland Commission on Human Relations. In addition, employees may submit a grievance in accordance with the terms of their negotiated collective bargaining agreements.

The CCPS will make appropriate arrangements to ensure that persons with disabilities are provided other accommodations, if needed, to participate in this grievance process. Such arrangements may include,

but are not limited to, providing interpreters for the deaf, providing recordings of material for the blind, or assuring a barrier-free location for the proceedings. The Director of Human Resources will be

responsible for such arrangements.

CHILD ABUSE AND CHILD NEGLECT

Should you have reason to believe that a child is being abused or neglected, contact the Carroll County Department of Social Services, 410-386-3434. Please see the

Informational Calendar for more information regarding child abuse and child neglect.