Dear LP Families,
We have a lot of great information in this week's newsletter, including budget vote information, 5th grade end-of-year celebrations, summer camp sign-ups, scholarship opportunities, and more!
We are also continuing our 'ABC Countdown to Summer' once again this year! Starting next week, students will be invited to participate in a daily activity or spirit theme day for the last 26 days of school. It's a super fun way to celebrate another successful school year. For your convenience, I've included the May and June calendar below for you to reference.
I hope you all enjoy the weekend!
Dr. Bello
Upcoming Events
5/21- Grade 5 Spring Concert @ 7:00pm
5/22- District Art Show, 2:30pm to 8:00pm @ EHS
5/26- No school; Memorial Day
5/29- 5th grade Group Photo
6/4- PTA meeting @ 7:00pm
6/12- PTA event: Donuts with Grownups- more info coming soon!
6/13- Flag Day celebration
6/16- Site Base Team Mtg @ 7:45am
6/18- 5th grade Moving Up Day ceremony @ 1:00pm
6/19- No School; Juneteenth
6/20- 5th grade Picnic @ 12:00pm
6/23- Seabreeze Day!
6/25- Last day of school for students!
Remember to vote in this year’s upcoming District Budget Vote and Board of Education Elections on May 20th at Eastridge High School from 6 am to 9pm.
The 2025-26 proposed budget is $102,239,276:
Highlights of the proposed budget include:
Maintaining quality educational programs.
Expanding the Community Schools initiative to Eastridge, Durand-Eastman and Laurelton-Pardee Schools.
Continuing free school supplies and access to musical instruments.
Preserving smaller class sizes.
Increasing funding for special education.
For more information about the budget and the candidates running for the Board of Education visit our website: www.eastiron.org/page/budget-information
Remember to vote on May 20th!
If you are interested in donating food to our 5th grade picnic and/or volunteering to help during the picnic, please fill out the signup genius below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080544ABA62CABFF2-56831160-laurelton#/
Jumpstart Camp:
Dates: July 21- 24 & July 28-31
Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am
Location: 1st-2nd, 3rd, 4th - 5th grade sessions at Helendale Primary School
Jumpstart Camp offers an opportunity for our students to strengthen their skills and extend their learning to get ready for the new school year. We will personalize their instruction, so students get just what they need. Students will participate in hands on integrated learning activities to set them up for success in the future!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/cDy8fe4BEh
Applications due by June 6, 2025
* If we receive more than 20 Applications, a lottery will be used to determine participants.
Kinder Camp:
Dates: July 21- 24 & July 28-31
Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am
Location: Helendale Primary School
Our Kinder Camp offers our newest students an opportunity to get a first look at going to school, being independent, and socializing with peers and teachers. Your child will be able to bridge their home and school environments with fun activities and loving support from educators. Our goal is to provide an atmosphere where your little one feels comfortable to explore school, communicate with others, and try some new things!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/BvpdLeah3x
Applications due by June 6, 2025
* If we receive more than 20 Applications, a lottery will be used to determine participants.
Jumpstart ENL Camp:
Dates: July 21- 24 & July 28-31
Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am
Location: K-2nd, 3-5 grade sessions at Helendale Primary School
Jumpstart ENL offers an opportunity for our ENL students to strengthen their skills and extend their learning to get ready for the new school year. We will personalize their instruction, so students get just what they need. Students will participate in hands on integrated learning to set them up for success in the future!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/fFufBAUnXk
Applications due by June 6, 2025
* If we receive more than 20 Applications, a lottery will be used to determine participants.
STEM Camp
Dates: July 7-10 & July 14-17
Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am
Location: Students entering grades 2-5 at Helendale Primary School
Summer STEM Camp will provide students with a unique opportunity to explore science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts in a fun, engaging, and collaborative environment. Each day, students will participate in team building activities and projects, by creating LEGO® themed masterpieces. Students of all LEGO® building abilities welcome! By participating in this camp, we hope to inspire students to be the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and creators, empowering them to make a positive impact on their communities and the world.
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/Lj85PkSuK6
Applications due by June 6, 2025
* If we receive more than 20 Applications, a lottery will be used to determine participants.
Scholarship Opportunity!
The East Irondequoit Teachers Association is pleased to offer one $100 scholarship to a current Laurelton-Pardee School Student toward the cost of a summer camp this summer. We will choose one student at random from the submitted entries. In order to be considered for this scholarship, please fill out the attached form and submit to your child’s teacher by Wednesday, May 28.
EITA summer scholarship.docx
A few reminders from our PTA:
Please be sure to find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/LaureltonPardeePTA/ for up-to-date information about upcoming events!
2024-2025 PTA Board positions:
o President - Allison Pryor
o VP - Claire Franchini
o Treasurer – Stephanie Jackson
o Recording Secretary – Allison Do
o Corresponding Secretary - Renee Arieno
o Membership Chair – Mary Rose Tooley
Event Chair: Elena Matthews
We are looking forward to planning future LP family experiences. As always, we hope you will join our efforts to bring our school and home communities together!
Join our team!
East Irondequoit is hiring, and we need YOU! Join our school district team and make a difference in the lives of our students!! We are hiring for various positions, apply now! https://www.eastiron.org/page/employment-opportunities
