I’m pleased to share with you another edition of the Tiger Tribune. So much positive, both in school culture and academics, has taken place during this first semester. Following the completion of our strategic plan, the District identified areas for improvement with one being improved communications and student opportunity. My administrative staff has been diligent in creating new ways to share information, gather feedback and work towards doing what is best for our students. Recently, the Michigan Department of Education announced the Integrated Continuous Improvement Process (MICIP). “MICIP involves a shift in how we think about improving student outcomes to engage in a comprehensive and continuous improvement cycle”. Michigan Integrated Continuous Improvement Process. Michigan Department of Education, October 2019, www.michigan.gov/mde-micip. Accessed 17 Dec. 2019. Throughout the year, the school and district level teams are preparing, shifting mindsets and understanding the process and reporting platforms we will utilize to monitor and establish our goals. The District Improvement Team, consisting of staff and parents, is excited for this new approach, as it provides a broad look at how schools can address the whole child’s needs. While it is a work in progress, we feel that this approach will align with needs identified in our strategic plan. As we consider addressing the needs of the whole child, we want to acknowledge you, our parents, and what a pivotal role you play in your child’s future successes. In an article published by the Center for Parent and Teen Communication, seven strategies of effective parenting were identified. Becoming the Best Parent You Can Be. Center for Parent & Teen Communication: Strengthening Family Connections, August 2019, www.parentandteen.com. Accessed 17 Dec. 2019. 1. Remember all that is good in your child. 2. Be a positive role model-even on your best and worst days 3. Consider the role of parent vs. friend 4. What works? Understand the power of balanced parenting 5. Self Care: Take care of yourself so your children learn by example 6. Remember unconditional love 7. Foster student independence and interdependence In addition, I’ve found the informational videos for each point very useful. Videos can be found through the web link: parentandteen.com/effective-parenting-videos Together, with continuous improvement and in keeping with what is best for our children in mind, we will meet the needs of all of our students. and Alumni Supplement Lawrence Public Schools January 2020 A Letter from Superintendent Gendron
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I’m pleased to share with you another
edition of the Tiger Tribune. So much
positive, both in school culture and
academics, has taken place during this
first semester. Following the completion
of our strategic plan, the District identified
areas for improvement with one being
improved communications and student
opportunity. My administrative staff has been diligent in
creating new ways to share information, gather feedback
and work towards doing what is best for our students.
Recently, the Michigan Department of Education
announced the Integrated Continuous Improvement
Process (MICIP). “MICIP involves a shift in how we think
LEO Club Members at the induction ceremony; Bol Bak, Emily Stroud,
Jordan Rodriguez, Tamra Lucas, Brian Vosburg, Jian Toy
Elementary Staff dressed up as their favorite book character for our Library
Grand Re-Opening and two students enjoying the ability to pick out their
favorite book to read based on their likes not their reading level.
OCTOBER:
Pictured left to right:
Ameliana Ledesma (7th),
Nestor Valerio (9th),
Madeline Madsen (9th)
NOVEMBER:
Pictured left to right.
Riley Sinkler (9th);
Matthew Morris (8th);
Lily Troxler (8th); Dylon
Hammond (10th)
Miss Lawrence 2020 Royalty Back row from left to right: 1st Runner Up to Mr. Lawrence, Daniel Gray; 1st Runner Up to Miss Lawrence, Zoey Haislip; Mr. Lawrence 2020, Juan Villanueva; Miss Lawrence 2020, Kloee Kelsey; 1st Runner Up to Miss Teen Lawrence, Cansyn Haislip; Miss Teen Lawrence 2020, Ally Henderson. Front row left to right: Lawrence Bud Princess 2020, Peyton Williams; Lawrence Bud Prince 2020, Landen Shafer
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The Lawrence Community Branch Library has so much going on that we can only list some of our upcoming programs here. Please stop in or check the VBDL website vbdl.org for a full calendar of events. January 29 The Healing Power of Therapy Dogs: w
Christine Hassing, Dr. Angela Moe & Sunny- Join Christine
Hassing, Angela Moe and Sunny the Therapy Dog to learn about
the positive healing impact that canines have on trauma, crisis,
victimization, grief, anxiety and depression. You will learn about
the positive impact Sunny and his human, Angie, have had
through their trauma work. Christine is an author, storyteller and
storylistener who shares the words of military veterans who have
found hope and healing on their journey with PTSD in the form of
fur. A light dinner will be served beginning at 5pm. Presentation
530-7pm.
February 4 Vegan Cooking with Water and Wheat’s Chef Josh- Chef Josh is passionate about food, especially locally sourced vegan food! We are delighted to invite you to the library for a Vegan Cooking Conversation and Tasting. Chef Josh will offer you the opportunity to taste some of his creations. The library will have a collection of cookbooks for you to check out and try at home. 530-7pm February 8 Mosaic Votive Project with Jeff- Create one of a kind mosaic votive holder using recycled materials. This class is open to children and adults. Call to register 269-674-3200.
February 15 2nd Love Yourself Annual Spa Day- Join us for a day of pampering on Saturday February 15 from 9am -3pm. Sessions include Yoga, ETC 10-1130am, Manicures and Essential Oil Head Massage from VBISD students 11am-1pm, Make and Take: Gingerbread Body Butter, Cinnamon Orange Air Fresheners and Sugar Scrubs from 1-3pm. All sessions are offered at no cost to guests. Call 269-674-3200 to register.
Every Tuesday 330pm Explore! Examine a different themed topic each week. Topics will include: January: MLK Day Foods, Photography, Music and Instruments with guest Ann Richmond. February: ‘Vegan Food is Better Than You Think’ Cooking Class, Poetry and Marbelizing, Pen Pals, March: How to Be a Rock Star with guest Zachary Peek, Shamrock Pizza Class, Book Illustration.an unusual ingredient or two. Most of all we will have fun! Every Wednesday at 11 am Story Time - Children age 7 and under are invited to join in as we share stories, sing songs, work on basic school readiness skills and complete creative art projects. Wiggle Time and Little Science- alternating Wednesdays at 12 No need to sit still here! Children age 7 and under are invited to join in each Thursday at 11 am as we alternate between movement and science. One week we sing songs, dance, and play with musical instruments and the next we conduct science experiments and offer learning opportunities geared to our young friends. Registration is not required. Adults get your week off to a great start with Tai Chi every Monday at 10 am We are offering Yoga, ETC on Mondays at 5pm. Call for more information and to register for classes. Book Groups: We do our best to connect you to a good read. Fiction and nonfiction book groups meet monthly for discussion and all are welcome to join us the Third Tuesday at 1pm or Fourth Tuesday at 530pm. We have the selected books ready and waiting at the library. Just stop by to pick one up. For more information about these and other programs, contact the
Lawrence Branch Library at 674-3200. Come for the books, stay
for the FUN!
Colleen Richardson,
December Staff Member
of the Month
Academic Challenge, 11/10/2019, 94.9 WSJM News
Talk Radio. You can listen live or online weekly.
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The Lawrence Alumni will be having an 18 Hole Golf Outing on July 11th at Lake Cora Golf Course. THIS outing is
replacing the Lawrence Athletic Boosters Golf Outing. All money earned will be spent on the needs of Lawrence Public
Schools. All spending will have to be pre-approved by the Lawrence Alumni Board.
Anyone can sponsor a hole for $100.00. Please see side for “This Hole Sponsred By” options. We can honor in
memory of a loved one, a business, or in honor of someone; the options are endless.
Donations of last year’s raffle included, colleges donating shirts and jerseys. Restaurants donating dinner gift cards.
Golf courses donating rounds of golf and equipment. Anyone giving a cash donation of $25.00 will then be considered as
an Honorable Mention contributor. Any donation will be greatly appreciated. Let’s make this 2020 golf scramble the best
one yet!
Please make checks payable to Lawrence Alumni Association, P.O. Box 475, Lawrence, MI 49064. For more
information, call Jim Sanborn at 269.674.8691.
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Georgia Heuser Fern Conklin
Larry Norris
Charles & Judy Moden Kathryn Brown
Harold & Sue Conklin Phil Sanborn
Cole Galvas, PC James Sanborn
Bert & Terri Cooper Adele & Frank Walters
For Donation 1959 60th Class Reunion Jake & Gloria Foos
LAWRENCE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION INC. Alumni Memorials & Scholarships Received September 16, 2019—December 15, 2019
Please remember The Lawrence Alumni Association in your will.
Annual Alumni Banquet
Saturday, September 5, 2020
Where: Van Buren Conference Center
Time: 4:00 Socializing; 6:00 Dinner
Cost: $20 per meal with advance reservation; at the door $25
Mail Registration With Payment To:
The Lawrence Alumni Association, P.O. Box 475, Lawrence, MI 49064
Name(s) & Class Year:
Address:
Memorial Donations
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The American Legion would like to thank Wendy Murney &
Pete Alburtus for bringing their classrooms, Ann Richmond
for bringing the band and the bus driver delivering them all in
honor of our Veteran’s Day Memorial that was held at the
cemetery.
Chuck Moden, President of
the Lawrence Alumni
Association dropped off
new flags and brackets for
classrooms. With the help
of Pete Alburtus dispersing
them and Jim Camp
hanging the new hardware.
Our classrooms have fresh
brand new flags!
Michigan State Police
“Shop with a Cop”
recipients:
Joseph McDonald, 5th grade
& Dakota Williams, 2nd grade
It takes a village...Huge thank you to our Lawrence parents, staff, and community for donations for our “Holiday Shop” where all of
our children can shop for their loved ones for Christmas gifts. Thank you to the women (pictured above; left to right) for all of their
hard work and dedication: Lucia Estrada, Nicole Hunt, Bonnie Knolton, Tracie Rindfield, Delores Taylor, & Tammy O’Dell. We are so
thankful for volunteers like you!
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It is the policy of the Lawrence Public School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, height, weight,
or marital status, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination during any program or activity or employment. The following
person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Superintendent, 650 W. St. Joseph St., Lawrence, Michigan 49064.
The Tiger Tribune Newsletter published by Lawrence Public Schools. Amber Trowbridge, Editor, 269.674.8233.
