🧠✨ LES Weekly Learning Spotlight! ✨🧠
Beginning this week at Lewisville Elementary, we will challenge our students with a Schoolwide Math Problem(s) and introduce a Vocabulary Word of the Week to build critical thinking and language skills across all grade levels!
📊 Math Problem of the Week: Encourages problem-solving, reasoning, and collaboration.
📚 Vocabulary Word of the Week: Expands vocabulary and strengthens communication skills.
Student Recognition: Each Monday, we’ll celebrate, based on the previous week’s participation:
Math Student of the Week (1 from PreK–2 and 1 from Grades 3–5)
To be entered for Math, students must give a teacher or staff member the correct answer to the weekly problem.
Vocabulary Student of the Week
For Vocabulary, any adult can nominate a student who uses the word correctly in conversation.
All participating students will be entered into a drawing and drawn on Mondays.
We love seeing our students rise to the challenge and grow as learners! 💙
Be sure to ask your child about this week’s problem and word—they might just teach you something new!
Go to this site to see the Weekly Vocabulary Word and Math Problems.
https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/o/les/page/math-problem-and-vocabulary-word-of-the-week
☀️💛 Sweet Surprise from Our Wonderful LES PTO! 💛☀️
Friday, our amazing LES PTO brightened everyone's day with a visit from the Sunshine Cart! 🎉
Staff were treated to a sweet surprise as the cart rolled through the halls, delivering smiles, treats, and a whole lot of appreciation.
We are so grateful for the love and support our PTO shows to our team. Thank you for making LES a place where kindness shines! 🌟
🎉📚 September Math & Reading Challenge Celebration! 🧮📖
We are so proud of our 254 amazing LES students who completed their September Math and Reading Challenges! 🎊
To celebrate their hard work and dedication, each participating student enjoyed an extra recess and received a special prize. Their enthusiasm for learning is truly inspiring!
We’re excited to see even more students join the fun in October—let’s keep the momentum going! 💪
Thank you to our teachers, staff, and families for encouraging a love of learning every day. 💙
#LESChallengeCelebration #MathAndReadingRocks #KeepLearning #LESproud
****REMINDER****
CogAT & ITBS Testing - 2nd Grade ONLY- will begin tomorrow, October 20, 2025.
All 2nd-grade students will be assessed October 20th-28th. The results of these assessments will be utilized to determine eligibility for the ACCENT (Gifted & Talented) program. A letter was sent home to each second-grader with more information. Please be sure students get a good night’s rest the day before testing and have a healthy breakfast the morning of testing. Also, make sure students arrive at school on time, as testing will begin promptly at 8:15 each morning. Students should not be absent during this time.
CogAT Assessment Dates
October 20, 2025 - Day 1 - CogAT Verbal
October 21, 2025 - Day 2 - CogAT Quantitative
October 22, 2025 - Day 3 - CogAT Nonverbal
Iowa Assessment Dates
October 23, 2025 - Day 4 - Iowa Reading
October 24, 2025 - Day 5 - Iowa Math
At Lewisville Elementary School, student safety is our top priority—especially during their ride to and from school.
This week, we’re reminding our community to stay alert and help protect our students:
🚨 Please remember:
*Stop for flashing red lights—it’s the law and it saves lives.
*Watch for children crossing near bus stops and school zones.
*Help us keep our students safe by driving carefully and staying aware.
Thank you for being a part of our safety team. Together, we can make every ride a safe one! 💛
Wednesday, October 22nd, is Unity Day
Unity Day theme this year is Boots on the Ground Against Bullying
Wear boots and cowboy hats (western attire) to show that we are together against bullying and UNITED for kindness, acceptance, and
inclusion.
Take a picture, post to social media, and use the hashtag #UnityDay2025. Remember to tag your school when
posting.
In honor, memory, and support of our school community, the Chester County School District and LES staff will be wearing pink tomorrow, Friday, October 17, 2025 — and we’d love for our entire school community to join us! 💗
Let’s stand together to show love, strength, and support. Whether you're a student, parent, staff member, or community partner — wear pink and help us make a powerful statement of unity and care. 🌸
#PinkOut #SupportOurCommunity #LESStrong #ChesterCountyCares #TogetherWeShine #CCSD for the Cure
👨👩👧👦Meetings will be held at 5:00 PM on Zoom and in person in the LES Media Center. There are so many ways to get involved and support our school community!
📧 Email kcolvin@chester.k12.sc.us for the virtual link.
🗓️ Tentative Meeting Dates for the remainder of the year:
October 21
November 11
January 20
February 24
March 17
April 21
🎽 LES SPIRIT "FRIDAY" this month is on THURSDAY, October 30, 2025!
The class in each grade level with the MOST participation (students dressed in school colors or themed gear) will win a small prize!
💙💛 Break out your BLUE & GOLD and show your LES pride!
Let’s make this year full of connection, celebration, and school spirit!
#LESPTO #SpiritFriday #BlueAndGoldPride #LESFamily #GetInvolved
The next meeting date is Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
Our monthly meetings are a great way to stay involved and help shape the future of LES! Meetings are held once a month on Tuesdays at 4:30 PM, both on Zoom and in person in the LES Media Center.
📧 To join virtually, email kcolvin@chester.k12.sc.us for the Zoom link.
🗓️Tentative Meeting Dates for the rest of the year:
October 21
November 11
January 20
February 24
March 17
April 21
Let’s work together to make LES the best it can be! 💙💛
All 2nd-grade students will be assessed October 20th-28th. The results of these assessments will be utilized to determine eligibility for the ACCENT (Gifted & Talented) program. A letter was sent home to each second-grader with more information. Please be sure students get a good night’s rest the day before testing and have a healthy breakfast the morning of testing. Also, make sure students arrive at school on time, as testing will begin promptly at 8:15 each morning. Students should not be absent during this time.
CogAT Assessment Dates
October 20, 2025 - Day 1 - CogAT Verbal
October 21, 2025 - Day 2 - CogAT Quantitative
October 22, 2025 - Day 3 - CogAT Nonverbal
Iowa Assessment Dates
October 23, 2025 - Day 4 - Iowa Reading
October 24, 2025 - Day 5 - Iowa Math
🎉 National Boss’s Day is today, Thursday, October 16, 2025!
Let’s take a moment to celebrate and show our appreciation for our amazing boss, Anne Stone! 💐👏
Your leadership, support, and dedication make a difference every single day. Thank you for all that you do! 💖
🎀 PINK OUT Day! 🎀
In honor, memory, and support of our school community, the Chester County School District and LES staff will be wearing pink on Friday, October 17, 2025 — and we’d love for our entire school community to join us! 💗
Let’s stand together to show love, strength, and support. Whether you're a student, parent, staff member, or community partner — wear pink and help us make a powerful statement of unity and care. 🌸
#PinkOut #SupportOurCommunity #LESStrong #ChesterCountyCares #TogetherWeShine #CCSD for the Cure
Today, we recognize the historic voyage of Christopher Columbus in 1492, which led to lasting connections between continents and cultures. 🌍🚢
Whether you're enjoying a day off or diving into a lesson about exploration and history, let's take a moment to reflect on the spirit of discovery and learning. 📚✨
#ColumbusDay #HistoryMatters #Exploration #LearningTogether
This week, we celebrate the importance of healthy school meals and the incredible cafeteria teams who nourish our students every day! 👩🍳💚
School lunches help fuel learning, growth, and energy — and we’re proud to support nutritious choices that keep our students thriving. 🥪✨
Let’s give a big THANK YOU to our hardworking food service staff! 🙌
#NationalSchoolLunchWeek #HealthyMeals #ThankYouCafeteriaTeam #FuelingSuccess #LESPride
Students and staff will return to school after Fall Intersession on Monday, October 13, 2025. 🍂🎒
We hope everyone enjoyed a restful break and is ready to jump back into learning and growing together! 💡
🎉 October is National Principals Month! 🎉
This month, we celebrate the incredible leadership that shapes our schools — and that includes our amazing Assistant Principal, Ms. Kim Colvin! 💙
Assistant principals play a vital role in creating a safe, supportive, and thriving learning environment. Mrs. Colvin’s dedication, compassion, and commitment to excellence make a lasting impact on our students, staff, and school community every single day. 📚✨
Let’s take time to recognize and thank Mrs. Colvin for all she does to help Lewisville Elementary shine! 🌟
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankYouMrsColvin #LeadershipMatters #LESPride #AssistantPrincipalAppreciation
🗓️Tomorrow, Friday, October 3, 2025, will be a half day for students.
⏰ Dismissal is at 11:15 AM.
🍽️ Lunch will be served to all students before dismissal.
Following this, we’ll begin our Fall Intersession break.
📅 Students will return to school on Monday, October 13, 2025.
Enjoy the break, and we’ll see everyone back refreshed and ready to learn! 💙📚
Today we celebrate the amazing custodians who work hard every day to keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone. 💙
Take a moment to say thank you, give a high five, or share a kind word with these everyday heroes who make a big difference behind the scenes! 🙌
We appreciate you more than words can say! 💐👏 #CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYouCustodians #SchoolHeroes
This month, we shine a spotlight on the incredible impact of school principals — the heart of every school community. 💙
Principals do so much more than manage buildings and schedules. Their leadership shapes school culture, supports student success, and uplifts staff every single day. Their influence reaches every corner of the school, creating a space where learning and growth thrive. 📚✨
At Lewisville Elementary, we are especially proud to celebrate Mrs. Anne Stone — a dedicated, compassionate, and visionary leader who makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, and families every day. 💐
Let’s come together to show our appreciation and advocate for the support our principals need to continue leading with excellence.
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankYouPrincipals #LeadershipMatters #AnneStone #LESPride
Get ready for fun, engaging activities that spark learning and creativity for all ages! 📚🧠
🔗 Access this month’s challenges here:
👉 https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/o/les/page/monthly-math-reading-challenges
🚨 IMPORTANT REMINDERS 🚨
⭐ Only 1 Reading Challenge per night
⭐ Minimum of 10 days for Grades 3–5
⭐ Minimum of 12 days for PreK–2nd
⭐ Do NOT complete all challenges in one night
⭐ Reading should be at least 15 minutes per night
⭐ Use a different book for each challenge (unless using a chapter book—then use different chapters)
📚 Need a book on a specific topic?
Visit scdiscus.org — a free online library with no login required!
Let’s make learning fun and rewarding! 💡📖
#LearningEveryDay #MathChallenge #ReadingChallenge #LESChallenge
