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Mon, 17 Nov 2008 20:08:00 GMT

FRIDAY FLASH Important Dates/Info · College Fair Dec. 4, 2008 6:30p.m. OC Gym · E-Newsletter available now · Southwest Uniforms have New Heavy Jacket Option Available. See store for details. · SAT next test Dec 6, 08 deadline to register Nov 5, 08 · ACT next test Dec 13, 08 deadline to register Nov 7, 08 _________________________________________ Reminders Please have your children picked up no later than 4:00p.m. every afternoon. Life School is going green The Friday Flash is available on our School Website. www.lifeschools.net/. You must subscribe to receive our e-newsletter. It is easy. Just follow the link. www.lifeschools.net All campuses have separate sign up links. Year books on sale for $40.00 Senior. Ads due 12/4/08 __________________________________________ Outerwear Update Nov 14, 2008 With the cooler weather upon us, we sent home a reminder about the districtwide change of the uniform policy concerning coats last week. We have found that even though the 2008-2009 Uniform Requirements are published in the Student Handbook, were sent home in both the acceptance packets and in the Parent Orientation letter, and also discussed at Parent Orientation, some parents have still been caught offguard by the changes to the uniform policy regarding coats. Some other concerns about uniform jackets and coats have been expressed. From what I have heard, there are three main concerns: 1) the thickness of the uniform jackets and coats 2) the cost of uniform jackets and coats, especially in this challenging economic environment 3) the quality of uniform jackets and coats. Due to these valid concerns we have decided to make an exception for nonuniform jackets to be worn outside the building for the time being. However, please remember that only Life School uniform jackets, coats, sweaters and sweatshirts may be worn in the building. During this exception period, we will be looking for an additional vendor who will be able to provide a highquality uniform jacket/coat that is reasonable in cost and will provide adequate protection from the cold. Looking around, I would estimate that somewhere between 60-70% of students already own uniform jackets/coats. I want to take this opportunity to thank each of you for your continual support and a very special thanks to those parents who have already purchased uniform jackets/coats to make certain that their students remain in compliance with our uniform policy. Sincerely, Keith Shull _____________________________________________ Parent Night Life School Education Summit EARN 6 PARENTING POINTS Parenting Points and Jean Day Coupons may be picked up from ushers at the end of the Education Summit. I would like to encourage all of our parents to come to the Educational Summit on November 18 th , 2008. We are inviting state representatives to answer a few questions regarding charter schools, and we want to make a lasting positive impression as they visit Life School! There is always new legislation from year to year regarding charter schools. We want our representatives to know the success of our system, and that we are in need of equal funding to support our educational and sports venues. If they know this information, and remember seeing the strong backing from hundreds of parents, teachers, and community members, we are hoping this will be a reminder to them that there are literally thousands of parents that desire equal funding for the Life School ISD. We want our representatives to cast a positive vote for charter school initiatives, and your show of support by attending Life Schools first Educational Summit will be a big step in the right direction! I look forward to seeing you on November 18 th , 2008. Keith Shull, Principal Distinguished Guest Representatives Jim Pitts Helen Giddings Bill Zedler Hosted by Tom Wilson, Ph.D. Life School Superintendent Free Jean Day Coupons for Tuesday, November 18, 2008 7:00 p.m. Oaks Fellowship Auditorium 777 South I35E Red Oak, Tx. ______________________________________ Education Summit News Parents.Please take note of the following information pertinent to your children at the Education Summit. All students participating in the program (Red Oak K-4th Graders) will need to be in full uniform for the evening. Any other students 5th - 10th Grade who are present on the campus the night of the Summit will also be required to be in full uniform and be located in designated child care locations or staying with their parents. i.e. 7th - 10th grade students will be required to stay with their parents for the duration of the evening. The Middle School/High School black top and Elementary playground will not be accessible the night of the summit. There will be childcare provided for babies-PreK. Babies and 2 yr. olds will sign in by the playscape, 3 yr olds will sign in at the music room (126) and 4 yr. olds will sign in at the art room (130). There will be a $1.00 charge for each of these children. CHILDCARE PICKUP AFTER THE EDUCATION SUMMIT Babies to PreK Pick these children up at the same location you dropped them off. Red Oak Students K-4th Grade that are part of the program can be picked up in the following areas: Kindergarten Mangrum Hall 1st Graders at the 1st Grade Hallway 2nd Graders Elementary Campus Gym 3rd Graders in their specific classrooms 4th Graders in their specific classrooms with the exception of Mrs. Lindseys class who will be picked up in Mrs. DeLaCerdas classroom in the Education Building. All other students: Red Oak 5th & 6th Graders and Kindergarten through 6th grade students from Lancaster and Oak Cliff can be picked up from the Elementary Campus Auditorium at the check‐out tables provided. We look forward to seeing you at the Education Summit! November 14, 2008 _________________________________________________________ Dear Parents: Believe it or not, we are at the end of our second six weeks! Time is passing quickly, and we will soon be looking at midterms and the end of our first semester. If you recall, a letter was sent in the summer letting everyone know of some key areas of concern in our discipline plan. While compliance has improved this year, we are still seeing some issues with dress code and tardies. In an effort to clear any confusion and make our discipline policy in this area as clear as it can be, we are enacting the attached discipline consequences starting with the third six weeks. Please review these carefully. This is the plan that will be followed throughout the third six weeks, and starting with the second semester, dress code and tardy infractions will accumulate over the entire semester. Dress code and tardy accumulation will be separate of each other and of Code of Conduct violations. Tallies and referrals resulting in offenses will still follow the Consequences for Excessive Discipline found on page 44 of the Student/Parent Handbook. Please work with us to ensure students are at school by 8:15 AM each morning and in compliance with dress code. We are still seeing problems with backpacks, non‐uniform pants, and jackets. Keep in mind the previous information regarding Life School coats and jackets. We are very thankful to all of you who have supported us so far. If you have questions or concerns, let us know. Sincerely, Keith Shull Principal Life School Oak Cliff Transitional Tardy Policy 7th 12th o 1 st Tardy=Infraction o 2 nd Tardy = Infraction o 3 rd Tardy=Infraction/Phone call by administrative staff o 4 th Tardy=Infraction/Detention issued by administrative staff o 5 th Tardy=Infraction/Detention issued by administrative staff o 6 th Tardy= Infraction/Meeting with Assistant Principal o 7 th Tardy=one day suspension o 8 th Tardy=two day suspension o 10 th Tardy= Meeting with Principal for expulsion All tardies to any class are unexcused unless the student has documentation by a teacher/administrator. A student is tardy if they are not in their seat or desk. They must be ready to go to work at the time the tardy bell rings. If a student misses more than 20 minutes of a class, he/she will be counted absent from that class. Excessive tardies will be treated as defiant and disrespectful behavior. ________________________________________ UNIFORM INFRACTIONS Excessive dress code violations will be treated as defiant and disrespectful behavior resulting in a disciplinary referral. o 1 st Violation=Written Infraction o 2 nd Violation= Written Infraction o 3 rd Violation= Written Infraction o 4 th Violation=Written Infraction/Phone call by administrative staff o 5 th Violation=Written Infraction/Detention issued by administrative staff o 6 th Violation= Written Infraction/Detention issued by administrative staff o 7 th Violation=Written Infraction/Meeting with Assistant Principal and coach if applicable o 8 th Violation=One day suspension o 9 th Violation= Two day suspension/next violation could result in expulsion o 10 th Violation = Meeting with Principal* · In accordance with the Life School student handbook, page 49 states, If a student receives 2 or more ISS or out of school suspensions in a semester, the principal may recommend expulsion or transfer of enrollment.

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Fri, 31 Oct 2008 18:55:00 GMT

FRIDAY FLASH Important Dates/Info College Fair Dec. 4, 2008 6:30p.m. OC Gym E- Newsletter available now Southwest Uniforms have New Heavy Jacket Option Available. See store for details. Veterans Day Assembly Nov. 11, 2008 2:35-3:30 p.m. Auditorium Senior Portraits Nov 14, 2008 SAT next test Dec 6, 08 deadline to register Nov 5, 08 ACT next test Dec 13, 08 deadline to register Nov 7, 08 LION ATHLETICS Thurs. Oct. 30 JH football Godley 5:00 Thurs. Oct. 30 JV football Home 6:30 Fri. Oct. 31 Varsity football Godley 7:30 Thurs. Nov. 6 JH football Home 5:00 Thurs. Nov. 6 JV football Rio Vista 6:30 Fri. Nov. 7 Varsity football Home 7:30 Reminders Please have your children picked up no later than 4:00p.m. every afternoon. Monday11-3-08 is our Fundraiser Kick off 2nd period Auditorium Life School is going green The Friday Flash is available on our School Website. www.lifeschools.net. You must subscribe to receive our e-newsletter. It is easy & all campuses have separate sign up links. Imagine Capital Campaign Changing lives one child at a time Everyone doing their part October 31, 2008 Dear Parents and Students: Life School takes our students safety very seriously. And while we welcome parents to our school as often as possible, we must observe some very important rules that were implemented with this safety in mind. First, we must have an emergency form for every student. Office staff is currently auditing these forms to determine which ones may be missing. Parents will be contacted soon if their students form is not on file. If a student becomes ill or is injured while at school, we must have a means of contacting the parent or guardian. In addition, anyone who is not listed on that emergency form is not allowed to sign out a student during the school day, bring a student food, or visit with that student during lunch. Secondly, a parent/guardian or any other individual listed on the emergency form who needs to meet with a student during the school day, drop off a lunch, or visit with a student during lunchtime must come through the school office. It is best if you come in with your hang tag and a photo I.D. Even if you come in often, theres the possibility that we may have a substitute in the office that day. We understand that this may inconvenience parents and students at times, but please understand the necessity of these measures. We must work together to ensure a safe, effective learning environment for all of our students. Oct 31, 2008 GOOD NEWS GOOD NEWS GOOD NEWS Southwest uniforms now has a heavier jacket option available. All cold weather wear must be from Life School-approved vendors effective Nov 28, 2008. Prior to that date, you may purchase your students jacket/coat at the store locations for Southwest School Uniform Company or Parker Uniforms. Notice of extenuating circumstances for noncompliance must be provided in writing to the campus offices no later than Friday, November 14, 2008 After November 28, 2008, dress code violations will be issued, and after four occurrences an offense will be entered into your students discipline file. Each additional occurrence will be considered an additional offense. Be mindful that seven offenses in a given semester may constitute administrative grounds for dismissal from Life School for noncompliance. Thank you, Secondary School Administration Parent Night Life School Education Summit EARN 6 PARENTING POINTS Parenting Points and Jean Day Coupons may be picked up from ushers at the end of the Education Summit. I would like to encourage all of our parents to come to the Educational Summit on November 18th, 2008. We are inviting state representatives to answer a few questions regarding charter schools, and we want to make a lasting positive impression as they visit the Life School ISD! There is always new legislation from year to year regarding charter schools. We want our representatives to know the success of our system, and that we are in need of equal funding to support our educational and sports venues. If they know this information, and remember seeing the strong backing from hundreds of parents, teachers, and community members, we are hoping this will be a reminder to them that there are literally thousands of parents that desire equal funding for the Life School ISD. We want our representatives to cast a positive vote for charter school initiatives, and your show of support by attending Life Schools first Educational Summit will be a big step in the right direction! I look forward to seeing you on November 18th, 2008. Keith Shull, Principal Distinguished Guest Representatives Jim Pitts Helen Giddings Bill Zedler Hosted by Tom Wilson, Ph.D. Life School Superintendent Free Jean Day Coupons for Tuesday, November 18, 2008 7:00 p.m. Oaks Fellowship Auditorium 777 South I-35E Red Oak, TX

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