McTeacher Night!!!
Verrado Elementary
Come join the VES team as we take over McDonald's on Watson in Buckeye. Watch your favorite teacher fry french fries, blend delicious McFlurry's, and take your order on Wednesday, February 15th from 5pm to 7pm. Remember that the drive thru does not count for our total, bring cash for cookies and other extras, and tip your teacher! See you there!
Arizona Turns 100 years old!
Barbara B. Robey Elementary
February 14th-Happy 100th Birthday Arizona!! http://www.arizonaguide.com/experience-and-share/featured-article/come-celebrate-arizonas-100th-birthday
Kindergarten Registration Begins
Barbara B. Robey Elementary
Please register your child for Kindergarten for the 2012-2013 school year. The following documents are needed: Certified Birth CertificateImmunization RecordCurrent SRP/APS (electric bill) or Southwest Gas billDrivers License displaying current residential addressKindergarten students must be five before September 1st.
Cyber Safety Form
News of Districtwide Interest
We have added a Cyber Safety
Reporting Form for students and parents to use to report any cyber
safety issues, such as cyber bullying and inappropriate online behavior. The icon to access this form is on the Parent and the Student Launch Pages. The icon looks like this: You can also access the Parent Launch Page by clicking here.We know that students are often hesitant or even afraid to report...
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VMS DIABETES WALK
Verrado Middle School
VMS Diabetes Walk February 16th 2012. Sponsored by VPO. Visit the
following website: www.diabetes.org/schoolwalk
LES McTeacher's Night
Litchfield Elementary
Ever dream of having your principal or teacher prepare
dinner for you and your schoolmates?
Now’s your chance to assign the HOMEWORK!
Join
family and friends on a field trip to your neighborhood McDonald’s and enjoy one
of the “Happiest
Meals” ever:
Monday, February 13, 2012
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
13870 W. McDowell
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LES Marquee Update
Litchfield Elementary
Our marquee is
temporarily out of service with technical problems BUT we hope to get
everything in working order so we can add all the wonderful things going
on at our campus soon. Thanks for your patience :)
PVE February 1, 2012-Notice to Parents
Palm Valley Elementary
February 1, 2012
Dear Palm Valley Parents,
At approximately 7:20 this
morning, I observed helicopters circling just east of the campus. Goodyear
Police Department was contacted immediately. We were told the school would be
notified if we needed to initiate a lock-down. The school then received notice
that the situation was at Thomas and Dysart. With...
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THMS Talent Show
L. Thomas Heck Middle School
Talent Show 5:00 on March 22, 2012. Performers need to arrive at 4:30.
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Yearbooks for Sale!
Verrado Elementary
Order forms are available in the office. $18.00 for soft cover and $24.00 for hard cover. Make checks out to VES PTA.
MPE School Walk for Diabetes
Mabel Padgett Elementary School
MPE Walk for Diabetes is 2-16-12 Sponsored by the MPE PTOPlease visit the following links on how you can help!School Walk for Diabetes WebsiteSchool Walk Test Drive
Arizona Information and Materials
News of Districtwide Interest
Arizona will soon be 100 years old! Do you know how Arizona got its name? Do you know what the state flower is? For answers to these and many other facts about Arizona, please click here. Arizona has a rich history. We are providing information for teachers, students, and parents to learn more about our amazing state. Enjoy! And remember, February 14th is...
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'Mission Believe'
Wigwam Creek Middle School

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Would you like to recognize a WCMS employee for their hard work and dedication? Please
fill out the attached "Rock-It" form to make the acknowledgement and return it to the front office. Everyone at WCMS Rocks-It, so we hope to see lots of forms hanging in
the office. Thank you!!
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WCMS Gifted Testing
Wigwam Creek Middle School
The second round of
gifted testing for this school year will take place over two dates:
January 23rd and January 27th. Please send an email to baker@lesd.k12.az.us
if you are interested in
having your child tested. In the email please include your child's
homeroom teacher & grade level. The week of testing Ms. Baker will
send home a permission to test form. Please fill that...
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PVE Volunteer Fingerprinting
Palm Valley Elementary
Beginning in Fall 2012, all "Non-Parent/Guardian" volunteers (which includes step-parents, grand-parents, aunts, uncles, older siblings etc.) must be fingerprinted. In accordance with our district policy, those who do not have a child in the school district MUST provide a copy of a current fingerprint card or go through a fingerprint clearance with our district before beginning...
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New Dinner Meal Program
Barbara B. Robey Elementary
Barbara Robey now has a Dinner Meal Program! This program allows the school to provide a dinner meal to qualifying students during the school year. Students must be enrolled at BR and must also be participating in an after school program/activity. This includes students in the Extended Day program. Serving time at Barbara Robey is 4PM-4:30PM. The dinner meal will be...
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LES Year Book On Sale Now!!!
Litchfield Elementary
Litchfield 2011-2012 Yearbooks Now
On Sale
Pre-Order SalesNow - December 23, 2011$16.00Regular
SalesJanuary 9, 2012 - March 2, 2012$18.00Please
make checks payable to "LES PTSA"
Only a few extra will be ordered once the final order
is placed. The cost then is $20.00 cash. We sold out last year in a
day and a half. Don't miss out, get yours today!Order Forms will be...
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Tips on discussing "Stranger Danger" with your child
Scott Libby Elementary
Here are some tips from mychildsafety.net:
"Stranger
Danger" Tips & Strategies
The following are
important tips and strategies for children to protect themselves:
· Know your name, address, and phone number.
· Use the buddy system – avoid walking anywhere alone.
· Trust your...
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Gifted Testing
Corte Sierra Elementary
Dates for Gifted Testing are:August 29-Sept 2Jan 16-20May 7-11
School Hours
Scott Libby Elementary
School office hours are from 7:30am to 3:30pm. Students should not be on campus before 7:30am, please help us keep Scott Libby a safe place for your student.
Box Tops For Education
L. Thomas Heck Middle School
Go to this website to register for information about the Box Tops for Education Program. Put in school name Thomas Heck Middle SchoolPTA/PTO. (Yes, there is no space between the l and the P). LTHMS can use your support! Thank you.
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Mission Believe
L. Thomas Heck Middle School
Do you have some nice things to say about an employee at LTHMS? Please fill out the attached "Rock-It" form to make the acknowledgement! Everyone at LTHMS Rocks-It, so we hope to see lots of forms hanging in the office. Thank you!!
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LTHMS Drama Production "Murder at "Murder at the Masquerade" "
L. Thomas Heck Middle School
This is a play that has been written by students at LTHMS, Destinie S., Alexis A. Taryn L. Katie M. Rainanne B. and Madi R.! Please support our fabulous drama program by attending an performance. Performances will take place:May 2nd at 6:30 p.m.May 3rd at 4:30 p.m.May 4th at 6:30 p.m.
PTO Sponsored MPE McTeacher Night
Mabel Padgett Elementary School
Event Details:Date:
Thursday,
February 23rd, 2012.
Time:
5:00 –7:00 pm Where:
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E-backpack Community Flyers
L. Thomas Heck Middle School
We have a convenient new site to access Community Fliers. It is called
E-backpack.Fliers approved by the district are posted each month.
If you are looking for after-school classes for your child, check out
this site to see what is available in your area. From chess clubs to
flag football, there are many opportunities out there. Some are even
offered at the...
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Arizona is 100 years old!
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary
Arizona Information and Materials
Arizona will soon be 100 years old! Do you know how Arizona got its
name? Do you know what the state flower is? For answers to these and
many other facts about Arizona, please click here. Arizona has a rich history. We are
providing information for teachers, students, and parents to learn more
about our...
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Spring Pictures are coming!
Verrado Elementary
It's time to smile! Mark your calendars...Spring Pictures are just around the corner on Thursday, February 26. Order forms will be sent out prior to the date.
RSF You Rock It!
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary
Did you see the news about Mission Believe? As a school community we want to "rock it!" and include students, staff and families! If you would like a YOU ROCK note to send a compliment to our school, see the information under "Parent Info"- http://www.lesd.k12.az.us/parents.cfm?subpage=1462534 or use the picture in the file list below.
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Gifted Testing Dates
Verrado Elementary
Gifted testing dates are as follows:Monday, May 7 through Friday, May 11, 2012Please notify your teacher if you are interested in having your child tested.
RSF Spring Book Fair
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary
Feb. 27-March 2 is our fantastic Spring Book Fair! Times are 7:30 Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday and open late on Wednesday, 7:30 am - 7 pm! Friday hours will be 7:30 am - 11 am. See our Scholastic *Book Fair web page* for other information! New this year is Online Ordering!
Preschool Openings
Barbara B. Robey Elementary, Corte Sierra Elementary, Dreaming Summit Elementary, Litchfield Elementary, Mabel Padgett Elementary School, Palm Valley Elementary, Rancho Santa Fe Elementary, Scott Libby Elementary, Verrado Elementary, District Office
We still have some openings in our Preschool Program! As of Jan 9, 2012, we have the following openings:Palm Valley-3 Dreaming Summit-4 Verrado all day-5Mabel Padgett-7 Corte Sierra-4 Litchfield all day-2Litchfield PM-5 Please call Silvia at 623-535-6068 for more details and updated...
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Preschool 2012/2013 Lottery
Barbara B. Robey Elementary, Corte Sierra Elementary, Dreaming Summit Elementary, Litchfield Elementary, Mabel Padgett Elementary School, Palm Valley Elementary, Rancho Santa Fe Elementary, Scott Libby Elementary, Verrado Elementary, L. Thomas Heck Middle School, Verrado Middle School, Western Sky Middle School, Wigwam Creek Middle School, White Tank Learning Center, District Office
Preschool Registration for the 2012-2013 School Year. Due to the popularity of our Preschool Program, we hold a lottery each spring to determine which students will be able to attend Preschool in our district. If you are interested in having your child attend one of our Preschools, please come in to our Community Ed Office during the weeks of Feb 21st -March 2nd. For more information about...
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Mabel Padgett Contact Information
Mabel Padgett Elementary School
Mabel Padgett Elementary School Phone 623-547-3200Attendance Email AttendanceMPE@lesd.k12.az.usorVoicemail Press 1 Office Press 2 Fax 623-536-3421School Hours7:30am - Students supervised on Campus7:55 First Bell8:00am School Starts2:45 - DismissalOffice Hours7:30am - 4:00pmMonday through FridayPrincipal : Gina Decosteemail:decoste@lesd.k12.az.us15430 W....
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Become a Teacher in your Community!
Barbara B. Robey Elementary, Corte Sierra Elementary, Dreaming Summit Elementary, Litchfield Elementary, Mabel Padgett Elementary School, Palm Valley Elementary, Rancho Santa Fe Elementary, Scott Libby Elementary, Verrado Elementary, L. Thomas Heck Middle School, Verrado Middle School, Western Sky Middle School, Wigwam Creek Middle School, White Tank Learning Center, District Office
ASU is bringing the classroom to our community! If you have a college degree in another field and would like to become a teacher, you can earn your Master's in Education through ASU while attending classes within our district. Classes will be taught by full-time ASU faculty members. Enrollment is taking place now and scholarships are available. To learn more about the program,...
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LESD 2011-12 School Year Calendar
Mabel Padgett Elementary School
2011 -12 School Year Calendar
Our Mailing Address has Changed!
District Office
NEW DISTRICT MAILING ADDRESS!272
E. Sagebrush St.Litchfield Park, AZ 85340This
is also the new district office address.
DES Child Care for Eligible Avondale Parents
Barbara B. Robey Elementary, Corte Sierra Elementary, Rancho Santa Fe Elementary, L. Thomas Heck Middle School, Wigwam Creek Middle School, District Office
The purpose of DES Child Care is to assist eligible families with child care costs, enabling parents to participate in employment and specific education and training activities related to employment, and in certain other circumstances.Applications for this program can be made at the Care 1st Avondale Resource and Housing Center, located at 328 West Western in Avondale-85323. Human service...
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Electronic Back Pack
Mabel Padgett Elementary School
Electronic
Backpack (Community Fliers)
Fliers are posted in the month
they are received. Please note
due dates and activity dates on the fliers.Click on
the month to see fliers posted in that month.
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Student Emergency Notification System
Barbara B. Robey Elementary, Corte Sierra Elementary, Dreaming Summit Elementary, Litchfield Elementary, Mabel Padgett Elementary School, Palm Valley Elementary, Rancho Santa Fe Elementary, Scott Libby Elementary, Verrado Elementary, L. Thomas Heck Middle School, Verrado Middle School, Western Sky Middle School, Wigwam Creek Middle School, White Tank Learning Center, District Office
The Litchfield District now has an automated emergency notification system. This system will quickly alert, by telephone, all district families of emergencies and school closings. When you receive this message from the Student Emergency Notification System (SENS), please regard it as very important. The caller ID will display the number as 535-6099. Please do not call the...
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PVE Morning Student Drop-Off
Palm Valley Elementary
Student drop-off begins at 7:30 a.m. Students
are to be dropped off along the curb in the West parking lot only. Please do not drop children off in the parking lot
loop closest to 135th Avenue, forcing students to cross the traffic
that is dropping students along the curb. Stopping traffic in order to
cross children unaccompanied by a parent causes traffic to back up
along the...
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PVE Afternoon Student Pick-Up
Palm Valley Elementary
To
ensure student safety and help promote an expeditious parent pick-up
routine, we ask that everyone adheres to the following procedures: All
kindergarten students must be picked-up at the far East end of
the courtyard near the media center. All first grade students
must be picked up at the West end of the courtyard (between the
office and...
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PVE Students Need to Stay Hydrated!
Palm Valley Elementary
Please ensure your child comes to school with a bottle of fresh water each and every day! Discuss the importance of drinking water throughout the day.
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