1 FEBRUARY 11, 2014 February 17 - Presidents’ Day Dear Lealman Families, It’s hard to believe January 31 st was our 100 th day of school. It’s a great way to celebrate student accomplishments since the start of the school year. The students and staff at Lealman are working extremely hard towards academic excellence. The 8 th graders are preparing for FCAT Writing on Tuesday, February 25 th . Beginning Tuesday, April 22 nd , all students will take the FCAT Reading and Mathematics. Eighth graders will also take the FCAT Science. Our school is always looking for volunteers. Parent volunteers offer a great support base for the school community while showing their children the importance of participating in the larger community. It is also a great way to interact with teachers, administrators, and other parents on a regular basis. I am pleased to announce Dan Newheart, Tampa Bay Rays, and Albert Brandiff, City of St. Petersburg, who will represent Lealman in the District’s Outstanding Volunteer of the Year celebration. We appreciate the countless hours they provide to Lealman Intermediate. Best of luck to both! Here are the results from our winter break Reading Challenge and V-Math Live Challenge: Top 5 for Reading: Bobby Eubanks, winner of the IPod Shuffle which was donated by the Pinellas County Secondary Reading Office, Marshay Bizzell, Diamond Newsome, Mayiah Danford, and Bryshon Davis each received Chick-Fil-A gift cards. Top 5 for Math: Jacobie Williams, winner of two tickets to AirHeads Trampoline Arena, donated by the Pinellas Sheriff’s Police Athletic League, Kayla Reeves, Daneisha Barbery, Leasia McCrea, and Cashton Main each received $10.00 gift cards donated by the Lealman PTA. Feedback from our parents, guardians, and community is very important to me. Enclosed in this newsletter (page 4) is a survey I would like for you to complete and return by Friday, March 7 th . Thank you in advance for taking time to do so. Sincerely, Busara F. Pitts, Principal Dates to Remember February 14, Gold Card Celebration February 25, Florida Writes Test - 8th grade only February 14, T-Dap shot for 6th graders with signed permission only March 21, Field Day February 17, Pro Ed Day - schools closed for students March 24-28, Spring Break - schools closed for students February 18, SAC/PTA - 6:00 to 8:00 PM March 31, Schools reopen, classes resume February 20, Title I -Math Night - 6:00 to 8:00 PM @ Walmart Guidance Counselors Caitlin Irish-Baker Linda Raines Rene Spaights 8th grade and 8.5 grade 5.5 grade and 6th grade 6.5 grade and 7th grade The Lealman Intermediate School family will promote student success by providing a unique learning environment that fosters academic and social growth. NEWSLETTER Every Child Making Progress Every Day 4900 28th Street, North St. Petersburg, FL 33714 www.lealman-ms.pinellas.k12.fl.us Administration Busara F. Pitts, Principal Linda M. Phillips, Assistant Principal Telephone: (727) 528-5802 Dr. Barbara Hires, Associate Superintendent Telephone: (727) 588-5024
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FEBRUARY 11, 2014
February 17 - Presidents’ Day
Dear Lealman Families,
It’s hard to believe January 31st was our 100th day of school. It’s a great way to celebrate student accomplishments since the start of the school year.
The students and staff at Lealman are working extremely hard towards academic excellence.
The 8th graders are preparing for FCAT Writing on Tuesday, February 25th. Beginning Tuesday, April 22nd, all students will take the FCAT Reading
and Mathematics. Eighth graders will also take the FCAT Science.
Our school is always looking for volunteers. Parent volunteers offer a great support base for the school community while showing their children the
importance of participating in the larger community. It is also a great way to interact with teachers, administrators, and other parents on a regular
basis.
I am pleased to announce Dan Newheart, Tampa Bay Rays, and Albert Brandiff, City of St. Petersburg, who will represent Lealman in the District’s
Outstanding Volunteer of the Year celebration. We appreciate the countless hours they provide to Lealman Intermediate. Best of luck to both!
Here are the results from our winter break Reading Challenge and V-Math Live Challenge:
Top 5 for Reading: Bobby Eubanks, winner of the IPod Shuffle which was donated by the Pinellas County Secondary Reading Office, Marshay
Bizzell, Diamond Newsome, Mayiah Danford, and Bryshon Davis each received Chick-Fil-A gift cards.
Top 5 for Math: Jacobie Williams, winner of two tickets to AirHeads Trampoline Arena, donated by the Pinellas Sheriff’s Police Athletic League,
Kayla Reeves, Daneisha Barbery, Leasia McCrea, and Cashton Main each received $10.00 gift cards donated by the Lealman PTA.
Feedback from our parents, guardians, and community is very important to me. Enclosed in this newsletter (page 4) is a survey I would like for you to
complete and return by Friday, March 7th. Thank you in advance for taking time to do so.
Sincerely,
Busara F. Pitts, Principal
Dates to Remember
February 14, Gold Card Celebration February 25, Florida Writes Test - 8th grade only
February 14, T-Dap shot for 6th graders with signed permission only March 21, Field Day
February 17, Pro Ed Day - schools closed for students March 24-28, Spring Break - schools closed for students
February 18, SAC/PTA - 6:00 to 8:00 PM March 31, Schools reopen, classes resume
February 20, Title I -Math Night - 6:00 to 8:00 PM @ Walmart
Guidance Counselors
Caitlin Irish-Baker Linda Raines Rene Spaights
8th grade and 8.5 grade 5.5 grade and 6th grade 6.5 grade and 7th grade
The Lealman Intermediate School family will promote student success
by providing a unique learning environment that fosters academic and social growth.
NEWSLETTER
Every Child Making Progress Every Day
4900 28th Street, North
St. Petersburg, FL 33714
www.lealman-ms.pinellas.k12.fl.us
Administration
Busara F. Pitts, Principal
Linda M. Phillips, Assistant Principal
Telephone: (727) 528-5802
Dr. Barbara Hires, Associate Superintendent
Telephone: (727) 588-5024
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JANUARY COMMITMENT TO CHARACTER
Self-Motivation
Working in a careful and consistent manner
without giving up.
YEARBOOKS
Lealman Intermediate yearbooks are on sale for the
low price of $25. Please see Mrs. Magee, room 103 to
pre-order your yearbook while supplies last.
The 7th grade is sponsoring the “Hearts of Gold” Valentine’s Dance on February 14th for all Gold card students.
2:45 PM until school dismissal
Prizes, refreshments, dancing and games will be provided.
Art Awards
The Pinellas Region of The Scholastic Art Awards 2014 Ceremony
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
6:00-8:30 PM
6:00 PM - Viewing in the Theatre Lobby
7:00 PM - Award Ceremony in Grand Theatre
Location: Gibbs High School
850 34th Street South
St. Petersburg, FL 33711
Tah’trhea Brown, Silver Key, Drawing, “Light and Color”
Jimyah Richardson, Sculpture, “They Made the Shack their Home”
Alyssa Zavecz, Ceramics, “Blue on Blue Bowl”
Lealman Intermediate yearbooks are on sale for the low price of $25.00. The annual publication high-lights and commemorates events that took place over the past year. To pre-order your yearbook please see Mrs. Magee in room 103.
Pine River Spr ing Fundra iser Kicks Off
February 6 th — 19th (Packets sent home with students 2/6/14)
Delicious snacks for only $5 each, includes choco-lates, cheeses and sausage crafted in Wisconsin! Proceeds support LIS efforts to enhance your child’s education. Affordable prices and perfect timing for filling Easter baskets! All LIS families are urged to help with this fundraiser.
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PRINCIPAL’S LIST
Bryce Begraph - 7th grade
HONOR ROLL
Grade 6
Bruce Barton
Adajah Bingham
Nicholas Borodi
Toshyonna Fyanyck Boyd
Kaleb Builta
Zamirria Zanora E. Cobb
Jacquezha Davis
Terrell Andre Drayton
Kimberly Dukes
Jacquay Antone Dunbar
Jada Edmond
Marquail Trevon Edwards
Courtney T. Eubanks
Tabrisha Nakia Foster
Brittany Graham
Jashaila Hadley
George Hages
Alonzo Howard
Katelyn Kinsler
Travon Lanier
Alisa Mathis
Candice De’Anne McNeal
Preston Mitchell
Grade 6
Chyn’a Leon’Nae Parker
Sheydazion Porch
Chantalee Rivera
Dazariyah Janae Rouse
Armani Daunte Simpson
Aijah Monai Smith
Daja Leigh Smith
Ramone Smith
Sierra Smith
Mi’Kale Angelo Snead
Arcilio Soria
Mackenzy Sumrall
Juriah Walker
Valentina Welch
Cleontay Williams
Jazman Wilson
Alexia Kiara Young
Kassady L. Young
Grade 7
Arnell Se’maj Bell
Jamia Aeyshia Blackman
Trevon Burgess
Deion Coleman
Cameron Christopher Cruz
Dakota Lee Cushing
Maziah Danford
KaMiya LaShae Edwards
Ja’Nabre Flowers
Chassity Jean Graham
TiMirreah Day’tyrah Graham
Joseia Langbata
Deshay Lemont Lovett
Janece Brigette McCoy
Leasia McCrea
Zarif Antonio Mingo
Destani Autumn Pearson
Kevin Silakhom
Ayana Deja Simpson
Raniya Karen Smith
Imani Dequansha Cec Tarver
Tayler RayAnn Teer
Danasia Lasharia Veney
Jonquez De’Lazarus Williams
Christion Wooten
Grade 8
Justin Hixon
Shaura Monet Jackson
Grade 9
Angela Shonta Beckford
Carlecia Shantel McGee
Andreaus Amadas Tyson
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Summer Bridge Program Summer Bridge programs are aimed at preventing summer learning losses and preparing stu-
dents for success at the next grade level. Core Summer Bridge programs for elementary, mid-
dle and high school students will be offered Monday through Thursday, from June 17- July 24.
Elementary school program hours will be 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Middle school program hours will
be 8 a.m. to noon, and high school program hours will be 8 to 11 a.m.
The programs, which include enrichment activities, are especially important for students who
are performing below grade level in reading or math. They are also beneficial for students who are performing at grade
level but need extra support to stay on track.
In mid-March, parents of students who are performing below grade level will begin receiving invitations for their children
to participate. Please talk with your child’s teacher if you don’t receive an invitation and think your child will benefit from
Summer Bridge. Some details and locations are still being finalized. Check out the district’s Summer Bridge website,
www.pcsb.org/summerbridge, for the latest information about Summer Bridge programs. Our program will be housed at
Meadowlawn Middle.
“Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and
dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.”
Being in school all day, every day, helps your child get the most
out of middle school. Encourage good attendance with these ideas:
Point out that there is no substitute for being in class. Your youngster needs
to be present to hear teachers explain concepts, to participate in group projects
and class discussions, and to ask questions.
Schedule doctor, dentist, and orthodontist appointments for before or after
school hours whenever possible. If you can’t try to arrange them for lunchtime.
It will be easier for your child to get up on time for school if he has had at least nine hours of sleep. Set
a reasonable bedtime, and make sure he puts away electronic devices so he isn’t tempted to stay awake
to read messages or play games.
Source: 2013 Resources for Educators, a division of CCH Incorporated.
Be there!
Hello Lealman Parents,
We are more than half way through the school year and I would like your
honest feedback. I believe feedback is a gift! Please answer the follow-
ing questions and return your feedback to Mrs. Carroll, School Secretary.
Thank you!
Mrs. Busara F. Pitts, Principal
1) What should Mrs. Pitts START doing?
2) What should Mrs. Pitts STOP doing?
3) What should Mrs. Pitts CONTINUE doing?
Clip and return
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When you are involved and engaged in your child’s education, great things can happen!
At the SAC and PTA meeting in February and March, we will be discussing the 2014-15 Title I
Compact and the Parent Involvement Plan (PIP). It is critical that we have your ideas
and opinions. Please mark you calendar and make every effort to attend and share
your input for the 2014-2015 School Year!
SAC/PTA—3rd Tuesday of the month starting at 6:00 PM
February 18, 2014 March 18, 2014
Our school Compact and Parent Involvement Plan (PIP) is jointly
developed by parents and other stake holders. As part of the Par-
ent Involvement Plan to help parents of Lealman Intermediate (LIS) students, LIS offered
these activities in 2013: The Cobra Stomp; Annual Meeting and Open House; Just Read
It! Reading Parent Involvement Night; and Science/Social Studies Parent Involvement
Night. We kicked off 2014 with Enrichment Night and the next scheduled activity will be
Math Night, February 20th.
In addition, to these parent activities, the LIS staff participated in Bullying Prevention and Common Core
training to create an atmosphere helpful to parent involvement and highest student achievement. In an effort
to keep parents informed, we communicate via the newsletter, phone calls, flyers, the electronic marquee in
front of the school and stickers on student’s Cobra Cards.
The complete PIP is located on our website at http://www.lealman-ms.pinellas.k12.fl.us/ or it may be viewed in the Title I Parent red notebook available in the school’s front office. If you would like to have a complete copy of the 2013-14 LIS PIP, please contact our Family & Community Liaison, Dianna King at 528-5802 ext. 2011. Let your voice be heard! We care what you have to say!
If you cannot attend, please call or write to share your input with the Title I Coordinator, April Rohrig 727-528-
5802 x 2005, [email protected] or Title I Family & Community Liaison, Dianna King 727-528-5802 x2011,
