Picture Retake Day is Thursday, October 26. Please return your packet to the school if you would like retakes done. All students who did not get pictures done in September will also have their picture taken that day.
Free Coat Giveaway!
Our Extended Day Early Childhood class read the book Scribble Stones by Diane Alber then got to create their own to show kindness.
Beginning this week, LBA will be hosting prize drawings when you participate in school-sponsored activities! As an example, if you attend the upcoming conferences on Thursday, you'll have the chance to win a night at the Ramada Inn and a gift card for a delicious meal at Boss' Pizza! All you have to do is be present. Stay tuned for more exciting opportunities to get involved!
Chris Bierle
Dean of Students
Laura B. Anderson Elementary
The LBA Chess Club will begin on Tuesday, October 24. We will meet for 45 minutes immediately after school (2:45 pm to 3:30 pm) and we plan to meet every Tuesday through April.
The Chess Club will be open to all LBA students, K-5. Parents/guardians will be responsible for picking up their children promptly at 3:30 pm.
The Chess Club this year will be more about introducing kids to the basics of the game than simply playing chess. In other words, this will be more educational than recreational. This year will also be special because we will have the support and periodic visits from an actual Chess Master - Elliott Neff - who lives in town and is the President and Founder an international Chess program called Chess4Life.
If your child is interested in joining the Chess Club, please return the sign up form to your child's teacher or the school office.
Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Tuesday, October 10 and Thursday, October 12. Please call the school office if you do not know your appointed time. We look forward to seeing you.
There is no school Monday, October 9th for the Native American Day holiday and Tuesday, October 10th for Staff Inservice and Parent Teacher Conferences.
Enjoy the long weekend!
Our first grade read the book I'm Not Just a Scribble by Diane Alber last week as part of our remembering of Mrs. Thompson. They put together this display as part of that lesson. So True!
Parent Teacher Conferences are next week - Oct. 10 & 12. Conference guides for parents with your appointed time for parent teacher conferences should have come home with your student today. Please check backpacks.
Free Dental Care Day!
Today we remembered and celebrated Mrs. Thompson's birthday by reading special books in each of the classes. One of our 1st grade classes got to go outside and read their book under the tree planted in Mrs. Thompson's memory.
Congratulations to Mrs. Caitlin Arndt on being presented with the McTeacher of the Month Award! We are so happy for you and that you are teaching at LBA.
2nd graders were challenged to build the tallest possible cup tower that can balance a book on top. They were only given 10 plastic cups and some notecards. Students worked together to problem solve and persevere through this STEM challenge.
LBA spirit wear is available to purchase through an on-line store. The store closes at 11:59 PM on Sept. 21.
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Dental Education happened this week at LBA. We love when Miss Jean comes to share with us about healthy habits for our teeth.
Healthy students are better learners. Research shows that eating habits and healthy behaviors are connected to academic achievement. Please see the info-graphic for guidelines for healthy foods at school.
Mark your calendar for Tuesday at 6pm! SFSD and experts from Avera are teaming up for the second year of the Family Forum Series. It's 30-minutes of online learning that includes practical advice to strengthen families. September 19 Topic :Benefits of Setting Limits.
2nd Grade Scientists have been busy sorting, comparing, and finding similarities and differences with seeds. Inquisitive minds at LBA!
Hearing and Vision Screens will be done on all 1st, 3rd and 5th grade students on Sept. 21.
School Picture Day is coming soon - Tuesday, September 19th. Extra order forms are available in the office. Please call Scherling Photography at 844-211-5713 with any questions.
