Dear LP Families,
Earlier this week, I sent home communication about recent inappropriate cell phone use and ways families can support their student in making safe online choices. I hope you have had a chance to read that; when it comes to student safety, we all need to partner together. It truly takes a village.
In that same spirit, I am asking that you support the school in reinforcing our cell phone policy while students are in school. We know students bring cell phones to school for various reasons. However, our policy requires students to silence their phones and keep them in their lockers. At no time should a student have access to their phone during the school day. If students need to contact family members, we are more than happy to let them use our office phone. In the event a student is caught using their phone during the school day, the phone will be confiscated and kept in the office. We will call for a family member to pick up the phone and discuss a plan to help the student follow our cell phone policy. We will be communicating and reinforcing this with all students in the coming weeks. I would appreciate your support in discussing these expectations with your student at home. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
On a lighter note, I would like to thank our amazing PTA and families for organizing a wonderful Teacher Appreciation Week! On behalf of our LP staff, we loved the creativity and thoughtfulness that went into each day. We feel blessed to be able to work along side you and with your student!
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend,
Dr. Bello
Upcoming Events
May 15: 3rd grade Chorus Concert; 6:00pm @ Eastridge HS
May 15: 4th grade Chorus and Junior Band concert; 7:30pm @ Eastridge HS
May 22: 5th grade Chorus and Senior Band concert; 7:00pm @ Eastridge HS
May 27: Memorial Day; No School
June 18: 5th Grade Picnic @ 12:00pm
June 19: Juneteenth Holiday; No School
June 20: 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony @ 1:00pm
June 21: Sea Breeze!
June 24: Field Day
June 24: Last day of school for students
Register for East Irondequoit Summer Camps!
Jumpstart Camp
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!
To Register: https://forms.office.com/r/Cika2uavv8
Applications due by June 10, 2024
* If we receive more than 20 Applications per grade level, a lottery will be used to determine participants.
Jumpstart ENL Camp
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!
To Register: https://forms.office.com/r/vyaTCDZBPD
Applications due by June 10, 2024
* If we receive more than 20 Applications per grade level, a lottery will be used to determine participants.
STEM Camp
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.
For: Students entering grades 2-5 (grade level for September 2024)
Dates: July 15 - 19, 2024
Time: 8:30am - 11:30am
Location: Helendale Primary School
To Register: https://forms.office.com/r/MRzJR1cY69
Applications due by June 10, 2024
* If we receive more than 60 applications, a lottery will be used to determine participants.
We held our last PTA meeting of the school year this week. We voted on the 2024-2025 PTA Board positions. Congratulations to the following individuals:
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
We are looking forward to end-of-year events, as well as planning future LP family experiences. As always, we hope you will join our efforts to bring our school and home communities together!
Do you know an EI educator or staff member that goes above and beyond?
Consider nominating them for the 2024 Outstanding Lancer Awards!
To be eligible for the award the nominee must have been with the district for at least 5 years and consistently demonstrate the following:
A personal commitment to his/her profession beyond the workday
Going above and beyond for students, families, and the district
Working collaboratively with peers and constantly seeking improvement for themselves and those around them
Consistent professionalism in their work
An ability to affect a positive experience with the students they interact with
Nominations are due by June 1, 2024.
To nomination someone, click on applicable link below:
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
