In honor of LRES Character Counts Week - October 17-21, we want to show that good character really does count.  On Monday, October 31st, we are going to have our school picture. Each grade level will be wearing a different color

shirt to represent the six pillars of character as a reminder that

good character counts!

 

K – Orange (Fairness)

2nd – Yellow (Respect)

4th – Blue (Trustworthy)                    

We do all we can to prevent bullying. A special presentation was given on September 29, 2011 by Omega-Man & Friends.  Students were encouraged to be Dream-Makers, who make good choices and not Dream-Breakers by making unwise/bad choices.

They described three main forms of bullying:

1.  Physical bullying - hitting or punching
2.  Verbal bullying - teasing or name calling
3.  Nonverbal bullying or emotional bullying - intimidation using gestures or social exclusion and sending insulting messages by e-mail (cyberbullying).

Ways to Prevent Bullying Behaviors

Mrs. Sanders and classroom teachers held Discipline Assemblies for each of the grade levels during the month of October to ensure students understand the expectations for behaving as quality students.  When incidents occur, Minor and Major Infraction Forms are used to keep track of any behavior issues.  If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at 703.494.9153.  The Discipline Committee always welcomes any new ideas that will help to make our school a safe place for everyone.  This year, I am excited to announce, a team of our staff members will be trained on the Olweus Bully Prevention Program, which will be implemented next school year. 

Your support is always greatly appreciated!