As a reminder, we will not have school Monday January 17th, 2022 in observance of Martin Luther King Junior Day.
Leverett families - If you are picking up a meal pack today, you can do so between 11:30 - 12:30 in the car rider line (lower Garland Parking Lot). Our wonderful cafeteria staff will be there to meet you and get you what you need. Thank you!
Parents,
I hope you have seen the email from FPS regarding transitioning to virtual learning Thursday and Friday. Your child's teacher will be reaching out to you this evening to provide a general schedule, and zoom link for the next two days, along with office hours for parent communication purposes. Office staff will be available both Thursday and Friday between 8:00am-3:30pm should you need to contact the school for any reason. Stay safe and stay healthy. We will see you soon!
Chris Sputo, Principal
We're wrapping up an outstanding semester at Fayetteville Public Schools! Here's a look at some of the great things happening in our schools. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=noL5LCWGsgI
Members of the Fayetteville Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. John L Colbert served breakfast for members of the Transportation Department to show their appreciation for their outstanding work this semester in spite of a bus driver shortage. Thank you for your unwavering service to our students and their families!
As we wrap up the first half of the year, we would love to celebrate our last 3 days of the semester.
Mixup Monday: Wear Red & Green
Merry & Bright Tuesday: Wear Bright Colors & Sparkles
Warmup Wednesday: Pajama Day
We will have Winter Break from December 23rd - January 5th, returning to class on January 6th, 2022.
Hello, Leverett Community! We have a few opportunities to volunteer at Leverett this next week. Please review this sign up genius and consider volunteering some of your time to support these upcoming events. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080e49aea828a0f49-leverett
Dear Parents,
The second Covid 19 vaccine clinic will be held at Leverett on December 15th. If your child received the first Covid 19 vaccine at Leverett then he/she is eligible to receive the second vaccine at Leverett. Your child's vaccine card will come home with them in their backpack on Dec. 15th. The paperwork will be sent to you via email and must be completed and sent back to the nurse by Dec. 10th.
Congratulations to the @FayettevilleHS Theatre Department and Thespian Troupe 717 for receiving the highest rating of Superior at the Arkansas One Act Festival! They have been asked to showcase their performance at the Arkansas State Thespian Festival in February! This is the equivalent to a State Championship! Go Drama Dawgs!
Popcorn day is tomorrow, Friday, November 19th. Please send $0.50 with your student for popcorn and a drink.
We do need one more parent volunteer - if you can help between 8:00 - 11:00 tomorrow morning, Missy Gipson, our PTO Popcorn Chair, would love for you to join in the popcorn day fun. Please contact her at hello@pilotarts.com or call the school office at 479-444-3077 to volunteer. #onefps #hearusroar
Leverett PTO is seeking volunteers for the FINAL Razorback game of the season on Friday, November 26th against Missouri. Please consider sharing just a few hours of your time to help folks park for the last Razorback game or assist with clean-up after. This work supports so many school activities such as school parties, school supplies, and field day! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080e49aea828a0f49-mississippi
Leverett PTO is seeking a few more volunteers for the Razorback game this Saturday (11/6) against Mississippi State. Please consider sharing just a few hours of your time to help folks park for the Razorback game or assist with clean-up after. This work supports so many school activities such as school parties, school supplies, and field day! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E49AEA828A0F49-mississippi
Leverett Elementary is partnering with Fayetteville High School to collect Mac and Cheese and Ramen Noodles from now until November 13th. These donations will be used by our district food pantry for families in our district in need of food. Thank you!
If you haven’t had a chance to join the Razorback parking fun, PTO needs volunteers for the FINAL TWO GAMES of the season (Mississippi State on 11/6 & Missouri on 11/26). Please consider sharing just a few hours of your time to help folks park for the Razorback games or assist with clean-up after. This work supports so many school activities such as school parties, school supplies, and field day! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E49AEA828A0F49-mississippi
#onefps #hearusroar
Parents, tomorrow is the last chance to order keepsake gifts for our art fundraiser that display your child's artwork. Thank you for all of your help and support!
-Mrs. Smith, Leverett Art Teacher
DEADLINE IS 10/27/2021
THREE EASY WAYS TO ORDER:
1. Online www.square1art.com
2. Phone 888.332.3294
3. Custom Catalog with your student’s very own artwork and name printed on the front.
As a reminder, we will not have school tomorrow (Friday 10/22/21) due to Parent Teacher Conferences. Have a great weekend, and we will see you on Monday!
Today is our last day to bring in money for United Way! These classes have been working hard-our winner for the pizza party will be determined today!
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. On October 20th, Leverett will observe Unity Day: It is a day to show unity for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion and to send a visible message that no child should ever experience bullying. We will be wearing Orange (The Official Unity Day color) on October 20th and the class that has the most orange will win donuts that they will receive on Oct. 29th (Fall Party/Food Day). We look forward to seeing all of our Lions in Orange!
Leverett PTO is seeking just a few more volunteers for the Arkansas vs. Auburn game this weekend. Please consider sharing just a few hours of your time to helps folks park for the Razorback game or assist with clean-up after the game. This work supports so many school activities such as school parties, school supplies, and field day! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E49AEA828A0F49-auburn
See you soon for our International Festival and PTO Meeting via Zoom! Please check your email or text message for the Zoom Link.
See you soon for our International Festival and PTO Meeting via Zoom! Please check your email or text message for the Zoom Link.
Good morning Leverett Families! We have emailed you information about how to sign up for Parent-Teacher Conferences. If you do not have that email, please contact the front office to have that emailed to you. Thank you!
OCTOBER 14TH AT 6:00 PM
Leverett families! Please join us for our first- ever virtual International Festival. Have fun and learn about the customs and culture of other countries. Activities will include a dance lesson, cooking demo, and craft activity. We hope to see you there!
Leverett Elementary will dedicate October 11 - 22 to raising money for United Way. At the end of each week we will count how much each class has donated and the class with the most can celebrate how they and their teacher choose (Extra recess, pajama day, Stuffed Animal Day, etc.)
Week 1 (10/11-10/15): We will focus on change, we will weigh each classes donations and the class that has the most donation in weight will win!
Week 2 (10/18-10/21): We will focus on cash/total dollar amount. The class with the highest total amount will win.
In addition: The class that has the overall highest total money for week 1 and week 2 added together will win a PIZZA PARTY on Oct. 29th (Fall Party/Food Day).
Razorback parking season is in full swing! If you haven’t had a chance to join the fun, Leverett PTO is seeking volunteers for the Arkansas vs. Auburn game next weekend (10/16-10/17). Please consider sharing just a few hours of your time to helps folks park for the Razorback game or assist with clean-up after the game. This work supports so many school activities such as school parties, school supplies, and field day! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E49AEA828A0F49-auburn
Great things are always happening in Fayetteville Public Schools! Check out "The Latest" video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z77XnXONLoY
Come join the award-winning Fayetteville Dance Team for an instructional dance clinic and prepare for a performance during one of the Fayetteville Football Games. Your son or daughter will build lasting relationships with a Fayetteville athlete along with building their skill in dance. We are excited to share this special moment with your child! Fayetteville Strong...One FPS. https://tinyurl.com/2jzefwfa
Leverett Families, Today is the last day to submit Meal Benefits Applications. Submitting the Meal Benefits Application has many BENEFITS for you and Leverett! To find the application, visit http://district.fayar.net/o/fps/page/child-nutrition--97. There you will find the application AND videos on how to complete the application if you need a little help! APPLY TODAY!
Reminder Leverett Families,
We will not have school tomorrow. To find the 2021-2022 district calendar, you can follow this link: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1141544/2021-2022_Calendar_-Revision_Approved_2-25-21.pdf
See you Monday!
Submitting the Meal Benefits Application has many BENEFITS! To find the application, visit http://district.fayar.net/o/fps/page/child-nutrition--97. There you will find the application AND videos on how to complete the application if you need a little help! APPLY TODAY!
Be part of Our Team!
CHOPHERS NEEDED
Fayetteville Public Schools are needing drivers for our daily routes to help and serve our students and their families.
Fayetteville Public Schools will cover the cost to get your CDL driver's license and training, drug test and first aid training (First AID) and DOT Physico.
Questions? Call Department of Transportation at (479) 444-3095 or visit website: Job Opportunities: https://bit.ly/2VTwrHk
Welcoming Week NWA brings together NWA Leadership Pledge supporters and the broader community to build strong connections and affirm the importance of welcoming and inclusive places in achieving collective prosperity.
Please visit https://engagenwa.org/welcoming-week-nwa/ to see a list of activities!
#BelongingBeginsWithUS
#WelcomingWeekNWA
Leverett PTO is seeking just a few more volunteers for the Razorback game this weekend! Please consider sharing a few hours of your time to helps folks park for the GA Southern Razorback game or assist with clean-up after the game. If you are curious what this role requires, check out the attached flyer.
Razorback Volunteer
When you are ready to sign up, click this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080e49aea828a0f49-razorback Bring the kids and come join us! Contact Renee Speight if you have questions (renee.speight86@gmail.com).
5:30-6:00 Mrs. Sputo and Mr. Fitzgerald
Live Zoom Link
https://fayar.zoom.us/j/98344013492?pwd=NGNSN1FwVjVpVlFseVFNRGJnS3pwdz09
Parents,
Just a reminder that the Leverett Virtual Curriculum Night is tonight beginning at 5:00. You should have received a zoom link from your child's teacher. Once your session with your child's teacher is complete, you may join a schoolwide presentation with Mrs. Sputo and Mr. Fitzgerald. The zoom link for the school wide presentation and Q & A is from 5:30-6:00. Just click on this link Join Zoom Meeting ID: 98344013492. This link will also be shared at the end of your teachers presentation if you'd like to join from there.
Our newest video, "Focus on the Future: Progress Report," focuses on the construction and renovation that is taking place all across our district. We're very grateful to Fayetteville voters for overwhelmingly approving the restructuring of bonds in February of 2020 that resulted in $114 million for these projects. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nrS6sYaiAo
Happy 2nd week of school Leverett Lion Parents! Here are some back to school reminders of drop off and pick up procedures to ensure the safety of you, your children and our staff.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oQdYYliMwPF7_ZOk9x6nfJiX7U5Z5dBI/edit
Razorback parking season starts next week, and Leverett PTO is seeking volunteers. Please consider sharing just two hours of your time next week to help folks park for the Razorback game. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, so we need you! Click this link to volunteer for a slot: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E49AEA828A0F49-rice Contact Renee Speight if you have questions (renee.speight86@gmail.com).
We had a great first week of school for the 2021-2022 school year! We hope you enjoy these images from across our district ! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCDd8aFkkxo
This is the link to the document that we will use to access your teacher's zoom sessions and support sessions.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vSL8sWETJZWp3Execs9_wXxgtiVWLh1-DmSLdfLL9TCQaK422KXlo-7MjMWzbaSBy0GYAk-wDTohLad/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000
It was wonderful seeing everyone tonight! I'm so excited for school to start on Monday! If you are a car rider or walker and need a sign/tag in advance, we have them available at the front office between 8:00-3:30 tomorrow. You can call 479-444-3077 and let us know your coming or email jessie.smith@g.fayar.net.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please review the attached document for specific procedures and protocols for Leverett Elementary students. We will have more information at Open House.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/13C8C2jM-pve8a-ZJ5vXk-az2Furqb9wy87siX3J4wYo/edit
Leverett Parents and Guardians
Please help us prepare for your child's end of day transportation by completing this form and letting us know how your child will be going home each day.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnM23KeuNYU3TwbWaLtJhG2YXEA0xtVf6jMdM0uqIhjLukxw/viewform
Thank you so much and see you soon!
Welcome Back Leverett Lions! Please click on the link below for back to school information!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_jrMO7ai_q3uzbgPNlapIDCcjbp67a7xWRaiApHxp60/edit
EVERY student in Fayetteville Public Schools should
✓ CHECK-IN
For the 2021-2022 school year.
This process includes all students and ALL GRADE LEVELS.
The window for completing the online CHECK-IN is August 2 - 7.
Please login and confirm your student’s information
Parents will receive an email with login information by July 28. If a parent’s email address is not in our system, a letter will be sent to the child’s residence.
If you do not receive your child’s login information by July 31, please email fps-inform@g.fayar.net. Be sure to check your spam folder, too!
NOTE: if you have changed address, you must provide a proof of resident document (copy of a current utility bill or rental agreement) by uploading a picture of the document taken with your phone.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO A GREAT YEAR!
Good afternoon Leverett Families!
We are looking forward to field day tomorrow (Wednesday, 6/2/21) with all of our students! Please send your student to school in clothing that is appropriate to get messy. With the rains today, there will be muddy places on the playground. We ask that you please send a change of clothing and extra shoes for your student as well.
Unfortunately, with these schedule changes, we will not be able to have our 4th Grade Track and Field day tomorrow. We are looking forward to a very fun-filled last day of school tomorrow!
Parents,
Due to the significant chance of rain of tomorrow, we will be hosting the Leverett Field Day on Wednesday. Should rain move into the forecast for Wednesday, we will have an alternate indoor field day as the back up plan.
FREE FOOD GIVEAWAY! 40,000 lbs. of Tyson products for Fayetteville-area families. Friday, May 14 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Baum Stadium Parking Lot (15th St. & Razorback Rd). Drive-thru pickup. First come, first served!
More information here: https://www.facebook.com/FayettevillePublicSchools/photos/a.83583891099/10159216644391100/
Fayetteville Lady Bulldog Girls Basketball Camp. Please see the image for more information.
Fayetteville Youth Wrestling Camp 2021. See image for more information.
Leverett Lion family,
May 3rd-7th is teacher appreciation week!
I am inviting parents to join a morning zoom to share a special “live” message of appreciation with your child’s teacher! Our school community uses zoom every day for announcements from 8:00-8:05. Our teachers have worked so hard this year and with so much change. I know they would appreciate hearing from you, our parents!
If you would like to participate, please email Marta Kiser at martakiser@gmail.com and she will organize which day you can join the school morning zoom meeting!
Lets show our teachers how much we much we love and appreciate them!
Mrs. Sputo
We will have popcorn day on Thursday, 4/29/2021. Please send $0.50 with your student for a drink and popcorn, provided by Leverett PTO. Thank you!
150 Years...150 Bike Riders to School, Wednesday, May 5th!
Fayetteville Public Schools is celebrating 150 Years of education this year and we thought we could all pull together and set a goal of 150 Bike Riders to all FPS schools on the National Bike to School Day on Wednesday, May 5th!
Please join us as we all pull together and ride in to your school and see if we can reach the goal of 150 riders! Plan a group with some of your friends and help make this day a special day for your student and make a memory being a part of the FPS 150!
Please make sure to plan ahead your route to school and then back home. And as always...Please wear a helmet!
Dear Leverett Parents & Guardians,
The state of Arkansas requires a body mass index (BMI) to be completed for children in kindergarten, second, and fourth grades. Leverett will be completing BMI measurements the next few weeks on face-to-face students only. The BMI is a measurement of body fat based on your child’s height and weight. The measurements of their height and weight are confidential. The reading for weight measurement is NOT called out by the measurer or recorder to ensure confidentiality. All Arkansas Schools can provide parents with an explanation of possible health effects of body mass index, nutrition and physical activity. BMI letters will be sent out this year upon request. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns or want to receive your child’s BMI results. You can email me at kristi.taunton@g.fayar.net or call me at (479) 445-1050.
Leverett Parents & Guardians,
Just a reminder that there is tech support available should you need it. Please see the image for more information.
Check it out! The Fayetteville Chamber is Commerce is hosting a virtual forum for the upcoming School Board Elections!
Huge thank you to our sponsors: AT&T, Black Hills Energy, and Ozarks Electric and Ozarks Go!
Can't tune in? We will be uploading the forum to our youtube channel for those that miss the conversation.
Zoom like found here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84889626437
Leverett Families: Please join us for our last PTO meeting of the year on Tuesday 4/20/21 @ 5:30 PM. We will meet virtually via Zoom, so you can join us wherever you are!
Join Zoom Meeting
https://www.google.com/url?q=https://fayar.zoom.us/j/94403216224?pwd%3Dd0toQTgyQ1BmblI3U2JINVVKTDZEdz09&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1619269458127000&usg=AOvVaw3s5ShFsr9GmhRoEfc7R3Mg
ID: 94403216224
Passcode: CrGqmrC6u5
(US) +1 312-626-6799
Passcode: 5706706838
Read about our very own Joseph Weishaar in NWA Online https://bit.ly/2Rsrx1p. Arkansan-designed memorial to WWI vets opening in D.C. CONGRATULATIONS!
Leverett Families - This is a reminder that we will not be meeting in person tomorrow Friday 4/16/21. It is our last planned virtual day for the school year. Students will complete check-in and check-out as well as their assigned work in Google Classrooms tomorrow. See you on Monday 4/19/21.
Don't forget about Color Week to Celebrate the G.U.I.D.E. for Life week.
Kids Wellness Fair 2021
Due to the winter weather, road conditions, and power outages, Fayetteville Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, February 18, and Friday, February 19 for snow days (no virtual learning). All buildings will be closed, and all activities are canceled.
In order to meet the state requirement for 178 student contact days, the school year will now be extended through Wednesday, June 2, 2021.
Due to inclement weather, all Fayetteville Public Schools campuses will be closed on Wednesday, Feb. 10. All students will participate in asynchronous virtual learning tomorrow, completing their assignments for the day at their own pace and not participating in online meetings.
Superintendent Dr. John L Colbert received his second COVID-19 vaccination yesterday, and he’s feeling great today! Please get your vaccinations when you get the chance!
Good morning Leverett Families. Starting Wednesday, 2/10/21, students may be dropped off in the car rider line between 7:15 - 7:55 AM. Starting at 7:55 AM, all students will need to be dropped off in the front office. This will allow for our staff to be in place at 8:00 AM when instruction starts. As a reminder, please do not drop off students without a staff member present. If you have any questions, please call the school at 479-444-3077. Thank you!
Dear Parents,
Please accept my apology for miscommunicating student valentines being shared at school this year due to Covid-19. Digital Valentines can be shared through student email. Students will have a class Valentine Party in which store bought food items can be purchased and sent to school by February 8th. We will quarentine those items until the Valentine party on the 12th. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you for understanding.
Exciting news! Fayetteville Public Schools is looking for two school nurses to join our team! Registered Nurses with an Arkansas license and current CPR certificate, please apply online at https://district.fayar.net/o/fps/page/human-resources--246. Please email Melissa Thomas, Director of Health Services, at melissa.thomas@fayar.net for more information.
At the Fayetteville Board of Education meeting Thursday afternoon, Owl Creek School sixth grade student Scout Jennings received a Recognition of Outstanding Achievement Award for placing first in the 2021 Walmart Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Essay Contest.
Fayetteville teachers Allison Bolin and Amy Coulter got their COVID-19 vaccines last week. Allison told us she's doing her part to stop the spread of the virus, while Amy got hers to set an example for her students. #gotmyshot #covidvaccine
Dr. Steven Weber, our Associate Superintendent for Teaching & Learning, joins podcast host Judith W. Umlas to discuss how the Power of Acknowledgment and Grateful Leadership are a more necessary part of education today than ever before.
https://bit.ly/36kq1mF
Michelle Phillips is one of the Fayetteville teachers who received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine this week. Michelle told us she's getting the vaccine for her mom who she hasn't seen since July! Who will you get your shot for? #whyvaccinate #gotmyshot #thisisourshot #covidvaccine
Special thanks to Medical Arts Pharmacy and Medical Supply and Washington Regional for the ongoing COVID-19 vaccination clinics for our staff members! We are happily rolling up our sleeves to receive our vaccinations and help defeat this terrible virus. THANK YOU!!
If you are considering Fayetteville Virtual Academy for your child for the 2021-22 school year, FVA will hold parent meetings nights via Zoom at 6 p.m. on February 16, March 16, and April 12. More information will be coming soon here and at the FVA website: https://district.fayar.net/o/fva
Our superintendent, Dr. John L Colbert, received his first COVID-19 vaccination yesterday. "It was very painless, and I had no side effects," said Dr. Colbert. "I encourage all of my friends to please go and get your shot. We need to protect ourselves from this deadly virus."
Fayetteville Public Schools Child Nutrition will offer free meal packs during the winter break, which is from December 21 through January 1. The five-day meal packs (five breakfasts and five lunches) will be available for pick up on Tuesday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 29. More information here: http://district.fayar.net/article/369794?org=fps
Fayetteville Public Schools will be open tomorrow, Tuesday, December 15, and school buses will run their normal routes.
Fayetteville Public Schools will pivot to virtual learning on Monday, December 14 due to inclement weather and road conditions. All school buildings will be closed, and students will utilize online learning.
Please take a moment to view an important video message for our Fayetteville Public School families from Superintendent Dr. John L Colbert. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVuYYZnsDAw
In lieu of our Winter Concert season, FHS Choirs are releasing a recording in mid December and offering a full digital album for purchase! Your purchase of the digital album will include: songs featuring all choirs, a wide variety of music, and a specialized embroidered mask! Masks are 3 layer, 100% cotton with nose wire, filter pocket and filter included. They are made by local artists and are of limited quantity! Funds raised will help us with the cost of sanitization equipment, choir gear, and yearly fees.
Purchase your tickets for your album and or mask on Givebutter THEN FILL OUT this Google Order Form https://bit.ly/35WF0Dy to choose your mask preferences and e-mail where your album link(s) will be sent.
Hi Leverett Families!
We'll see you all online for our virtual learning days on Monday and Tuesday next week (11/23 - 24). We are thankful for each of our students and staff!! Enjoy your fall break Wednesday - Friday (11/25 - 27). See you back at your regularly scheduled learning option on the following Monday (11/30).
Great things are happening every day in our schools, especially in 2020! Our teachers and students have adapted to the changes put in place to protect health and safety, and teaching and learning are still the focus of every school day. Check out "The Latest" video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9dOouFbKZM
Parents and Guardians, We have only had half of our families respond to the Spring learning Options survey. The survey closes at 5:00pm today. Please take a minute to complete the survey if you have not already done so. This information is so important to us becuase it allows us to plan how teachers will be teaching in the Spring semester (i.e. virtual, hybrid or traditional). https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyvfnZS-pVc0tHosuGJMtAHi_AjKwqZmm2zsWNhLRo0PwH1A/viewform Thank you for helping us plan for the upcoming school semester!
Parents and Guardians,
We have only had half of our families respond to the Spring learning Options survey. The survey closes at 5:00pm today. Please take a minute to complete the survey if you have not already done so. This information is so important to us becuase it allows us to plan how teachers will be teaching in the Spring semester (i.e. virtual, hybrid or traditional).
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyvfnZS-pVc0tHosuGJMtAHi_AjKwqZmm2zsWNhLRo0PwH1A/viewform
Thank you for helping us plan for the upcoming school semester!
Thank you for your patience - Internet is back up and running and the phone lines are open again. Thank you!
Good morning Leverett Families. The internet and phones at Leverett are currently down. If you need to reach us, please mail jessie.smith@g.fayar.net. We Will let you know when they are back up. Thank you.
Don't forget - We will be all online tomorrow. We will not be in the building on Friday 10/23, as it is our second Virtual Learning Day. All virtual learning days and holidays can be found on the district calendar: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/814819/2020-21_Traditional_Calendar_-_Revised_Approved_by_Board_7-23-20.pdf See you online tomorrow!
Leverett Families,
We have had such a successful first quarter and are in the planning phase for the spring semester regarding learning options. In case you need the survey link, it is below. It is due October 30th. Please call or email me if you have any quesitons 479-444-3077 or chris.sputo@fayar.net
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyvfnZS-pVc0tHosuGJMtAHi_AjKwqZmm2zsWNhLRo0PwH1A/viewform?gxids=7757
Leverett Parents & Guardians,
The Arkansas Department of Education requires schools to conduct certain drills throughout the school year. You are familiar with fire and tornado drills however, one of the newer drills is called an Intruder Drill. This week students will be engaged in lessons that teach the A.L.I.C.E. method (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter and Evacuate). These lessons are designed to help children know how to keep themselves safe if ever faced with a life-threatening event at school. These lessons will culminate in practicing an intruder drill. Your child(ren) may likely come home talking about the method and the drill. It is important that you know what we are teaching in response to keeping our students and staff safe at Leverett Elementary.
You may find more information about the “I’m not scared, I’m prepared” ALICE program online at https://www.alicetraining.com/news/press-release-posts/alice-announces-new-childrens-book-im-not-scared-im-prepared-2/
Please contact me should you have any questions regarding this matter.
Mrs. Chris Sputo
Principal, Leverett Elementary
Don't forget - We will be all online tomorrow! We will not be in the building on Friday 9/24, as it is our first Virtual Learning Day. Information has been sent out by your student's teacher. Thanks!
Leverett Parents and Families,
There will be an upcoming virtual (zoom) parent/guardian night with Ozark Guidance|Arisa Health and Promoting Positive Emotions: Coping with COVID-19: Brain Basics to Help Your Child & Yourself on October 20th, 2020. Please see fliers for more information.
Parents and Guardians,
For curriculum night, please go to your individual teacher zoom sessions that were emailed to you yesterday from your child's teacher. This will be from 5:30-6:00. Then a Q & A zoom session with Mrs. Kinne and Mrs. Sputo from 6:00-6:30 at this link https://fayar.zoom.us/j/9850316508
Leverett Families,
The Salvation Army has an outreach program for the Holidays. This is called the Angel Tree, and Angel Tree appointments will begin this week - September 14-18, 2020 between 9- 12 and 1-5. Appointments will be given on a first call, first serve basis and will be done strictly by phone. Contact The Salvation Army of Fayetteville at (479)- 521-2151.
Ages Served: Food for ALL. Toys for 12 and under. Only 1 application per address will be taken.
What is provided by the Salvation Army: Small food basket Toy assistance is for children 12 years and under ONLY
What is required from Family: MUST PROVIDE AT TIME OF APPLICATION *Picture ID for all adult members of household *ONE of the following for all children in the household: STUDENT STATE ASSIGNED NUMBER (It begins with 9 and is 9 digits long), AR KIDS FIRST, STUDENT PICTURE ID, OR SOCIAL SECURITY CARD *Birth Certificate (with mother’s name listed) for all children 12 years and under
Location: Salvation Army 219 W. 15th St. Fayetteville, AR 72701 OR Salvation Army 315 Holcomb St. Springdale, AR 72764 OR Salvation Army 3305 SW I St. Bentonville, AR 72712
Leverett Families, we would like to invite you to our Virtual Curriculum Night on Tuesday 9/15/2020 at 5:30 PM. Zoom links will be sent out by your teacher(s). Please contact the office with any questions. See you there!
Leverett phones and internet are now up and running. You are now able to call the school as needed again. Thanks for your patience!
Good morning Leverett Families. The internet and phone system is Currently offline. Tech support is working to fix this issue. If you need immediate assistance, please email jessie.smith@g.fayar.net or stacey.martin@g.fayar.net. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will alert you when it is back up as well.
Leverett Families, we wanted to remind you that we will not have school on Monday in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy your weekend, and see you Tuesday!
Thank you to Sheep Dog Impact Assistance for donating 1,127 face masks to our schools!!
Please use this link to visit with your childs teacher , access other teachers and or resources available through Fayetteville Public Schools.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1nNdWm4f90WoDTS6EoIQb4avVDt7sOb42eI_b6xi5L94/edit?usp=sharing
Good Morning Leverett Families! We look forward to seeing tonight, August 20th from 5:30-7:00 during our VIrtual Open House!
Just click on this zoom link: https://fayar.zoom.us/j/99106621247 .
The link will also be sent to your email address.
Mrs. Sputo will give an overview of the reopening plan, meet and you may visit with your child's teacher's between 6:00-6:15 and 6: 20-6:35. Stay afterwards for a Q & A time with Mrs. Sputo and Mrs. Kinne. Hope to see you all there!
Leverett Parents of Kindergarten and 1st grade VIRTUAL and HYBRID students: We will be distributing iPads on Friday afternoon from 12:00-1:00pm in the car rider line in the back of the school off of Garland Avenue. If you are a 1st Grader with a Chromebook we will swap out for an iPad . All traditional 5 day students will use their devices while at school during the week. We look forward to seeing you!
Leverett Parents of 2ND , 3RD and 4TH grade VIRTUAL and HYBRID students:
We will be distributing Chromebooks on Friday morning from 9:00am-10:30 am in the car rider line in the back of the school off of Garland Avenue. If you already have a chromebook from last year, you will continue to use that same Chromebook.
We look forward to seeing you!
Owl Creek Health Center is offering a vaccine clinic!
Friday, August 21st from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
All insured and uninsured are welcome!
Update all vaccines that your child needs!
Walk-ins are welcome! No appointment needed!
Good afternoon Leverett Families! We are looking forward to returning to learning! :) Please join us for our Virtual Open House on August 20th from 5:30-7:00pm. A zoom link will be sent out that morning through email. Mrs. Sputo will give an overview of the reopening plan and then you can visit with your child's teacher. A Q & A session will be held afterwards for parents. Hope to see you all there!
Please view this new video update for an important message from Superintendent Dr. John L Colbert here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0iptN2Xdlo&feature=youtu.be
We're getting closer! Please see the link bleow regarding the Leverett Reopening School Plan.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1h4UuugReKA72tJEvKahDw3sGBvY8Rx2V_P6I0cYcv2M/edit?ts=5f289ad7
A new survey was sent out last week with a 5 day school option along with the previous options. All families must complete this survey even if you are staying with the option you choose in an earlier survey.
Thank you!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxAtIkcxGu2fYVrhdnL-DruNR6PvG-yP-qahjJtHC9I9_ixg/viewform
Leverett Parents,
If you have not already, please help us prepare for the upcoming school year by letting us know which school option you prefer for you child!
Just click on the link below!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Gwl4finxWUeTBJJOahNNxjQHN3Jpzm4_yjDNljO2nps/edit
A message from our Fayetteville Public Schools Counselors: https://www.canva.com/design/DAEALQnyTQ8/_5mpyM5zu_l_BJk5OlAG3A/view?utm_content=DAEALQnyTQ8&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=sharebutton
Since we were not able to host our annual Retiree Banquet this year, we have created a Retiree Celebration 2020 video to celebrate those individuals who have retired from their service to Fayetteville Public Schools. The video is posted on Facebook https://bit.ly/30Bj92n and on YouTube https://bit.ly/2UEGZq1. Please reach out to these retirees and thank them for their dedication to FPS!
As always, great things are happening in our schools! Here is the final "The Latest" video for the 2019-20 school year. Check it out on Facebook https://bit.ly/2MVq2Di and on YouTube https://bit.ly/3fjxOU0.
As always, great things are happening in our schools! Here is the final "The Latest" video for the 2019-20 school year. Check it out! Have a great summer! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqM7kgDMNkg&feature=youtu.be
May 28th Morning Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Vr7h_Wsn0iQ0EQqaQqN67Z-RlH_CFKqO/view?usp=sharing
The link to the student pick up times is now viewable by all. My apologies!
We look forward to seeing you today during your Student Pick Up Time. Please review the link below for your child's pick up time and the procedures to follow:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Md8mW44xBRnroUYP2iAhC-o-AT9qphrnIkw_VUmMvX0/edit
May 27th Morning Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19KQbrQSh_pXCtq5CyCRgl_dAf_YXQQ60/view?usp=sharing
May 26th Morning Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-3C8UzTZjWxGU_M5LzAuIlG4pDIAkbT3/view?usp=sharing
May 22nd Morning Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HCDtjuXJCY35Rd6jkBh7ZTDLG6ZFoMPX/view?usp=sharing
May 21st Morning Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_rhkzMswZeHr5XuVnxvYxeMPBmt3C4Rq/view?usp=sharing
Please click on the link below for next week's pick up times for students belongings. Should you have any questions, please email your child's teacher.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OBV2CQsQf30PaYhaTWZrsmw75pzc7qi4NBpitq74QbY/edit
May 20th Morning Announcements.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZJGQ4xlaLe6ZGbbH0OCO5GwYIigCT0o2/view?usp=sharing
May 19th Morning Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oWEA1ktTD1j4W_YtLI4nF-nfRvmAK6Yi/view?usp=sharing
May 18th Morning Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ILZIodVfRbN71z_A_yaR6f2xQMEIKITv/view?usp=sharing
Here is the information for Week's 9 & 10 AMI lessons. Please refer to your child's classroom newsletter for lessons and specific information.
https://sites.google.com/g.fayar.net/leverettami/home
May 15th Morning Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x4oNKywTZEM19OtTTfQQf3GI4GCqk5CA/view?usp=sharing
Q is for QUESTIONS! Here are some question cards
https://childhood101.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Childhood_101_Conversation_Cards.pdf with fun questions to ask anyone in your house. If you're zooming today ask your friends or family a question.
May 14th Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18uzxMDAoir9ADvSxAuH1OiYt36BeCZXC/view?usp=sharing
May 13th Morning Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yEGazRH2YsB2ei3ZSKneyNwS4GC1U3uK/view?usp=sharing
Got Talent? We want to see it!
Please share this video https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BKylJYm3A0sTKcMQPVqcyMXmx6WR7qFK/view with your Leverett Students. All submissions can be sent to jessie.smith@g.fayar.net. If the files are too large, please upload them to Google or Dropbox and share them with Jessie Smith at the same email above.
You can find the criteria for submissions here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1J5OH0-NqLzqXdladew4-Guku3K9V2VSD/view
May 12th Morning Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gkUQCaNmGTp2c0XYTx7hP0HNGfwmskwd/view?usp=sharing
May 11th Morning Announcements
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XSgyd1X7sX-fh8u1UHxk6XIEHJ5BhILw/view?usp=sharing
Happy Mother's Day! Here is the information for Week 8 AMI lessons. Please refer to your child's classroom newsletter for lessons and specific information.
https://sites.google.com/g.fayar.net/leverettami/home
Leverett Elementary Talent Show!
This week is Teacher Appreciation Week, so give a shout out to a teacher you love! And THANK YOU teachers for the AMAZING job you do each and every day! FPS loves you! #onefps
FPS AMI Video Spotlight: Spanish with Andrew Williams. Check it out!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZz-ayPNUjQ&feature=youtu.be
These two ladies are truly the leaders of our School Lunch Superheroes! Thank you for all that you do EVERY DAY!
HAPPY SCHOOL LUNCH HERO DAY!🍎 We are so proud of you all and so thankful for everything you do! More than EVER, you are our HEROES! #onefps #SchoolLunchSuperheroes
Our principals are virtually and actually the VERY BEST in the business! Thank you for your outstanding leadership! #onefps
Week 7: May4th- May 8th: Kindergarten-4th Grade AMI assignments
https://sites.google.com/g.fayar.net/leverettami/home
Have a wonderful week!
Week 6: April 27th-May1st Kindergarten-4th Grade AMI assignments
https://docs.google.com/document/d/18yR6J17WNX9_4_MWP28k_fLJN6iRIQP5nHIip899L6M/edit?ts=5e6beb96
Please use the link below to the FPS Leverett AMI site to access this weeks lessons for your child. Please also reference the video shared Sunday afternoon regarding specifics. https://docs.google.com/document/d/18yR6J17WNX9_4_MWP28k_fLJN6iRIQP5nHIip899L6M/edit?ts=5e6beb96
If you're still in need of a Chromebook, please fill out the survey below. We will be in contact on dates/times for pick-up.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeJv2sf44qHAWQXvRQwJ8gNOIN_qvSTe1DPsRc5iVzVzfE2-g/viewform
Leverett Elementary 3rd Quarter Awards
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1NIqA06we7tTxAKFtdHMSq-N9IprIvFy8rEtcD-LVHug/edit?usp=sharing
Here is the link to Arkansas PBS online for the television programming. You can watch anytime you want at this website. https://watch.myarkansaspbs.org/
Online Kindergarten Registration for the 2020-21 school year is now open! Click here for more information on the registration process: https://bit.ly/2R2NIbD
During Spring Break, FPS Child Dept. will provide free breakfast & lunch meals at the Owl Creek School from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mon, - Fri. Breakfast & lunch can be picked up at the same time. Meals are free to anyone 18 and younger. The child must be present to receive a meal.
During the week of Spring Break, March 23 through March 27, 2020, Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch will be available to any child age 18 and younger at Owl Creek School from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Students must be present to receive a meal. Owl Creek School 375 N. Rupple Rd. See you there!
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Owl Creek School 375 N. Rupple Rd.
The FPS Outback food pantry is open DAILY this week from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to provide groceries to families. We normally provide non-perishable food items and frozen meat, but due to recent donations, we are now able to add fresh fruit, lettuce, bread, and eggs to the food boxes.
Since next week is Spring Break, we will be giving double boxes on Friday, March 20.
The Outback is accessible to families by two different public transit bus routes and is located at 2350 Old Farmington Rd. in Fayetteville on the ALLPS campus.
Parents and students, enjoy some read aloud time with some of your Leverett teachers!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3G1gW7YJjGAySutwxTZQAw
Stay updated w/ FPS meal service, instructional resources, etc...
http://fayettevillear.apptegy.us/o/fps/page/covid-19-information--17
Need assistance from your child's teacher? They are available through email during school hours http://fayettevillear.apptegy.us/o/les/staff
Parents, The nurse, Mrs. Kinne and I will be at school tomorrow if you need to pick up student medication or if your child was absent Friday and did not receive their alternative method of instruction packet. Please come by to pick it up. Call if you have questions. 444-3000.
Fayetteville Public Schools will be closed beginning Monday, March 16, 2020, and will move to Alternative Methods of Instruction until further notice.
FPS updates on COVID19: Leverett Family, Here is the link to the FPS website for updates and information.
http://fayettevillear.apptegy.us/o/fps/page/covid-19-information--17
STEM Night Cancelled. Some presenters are unable to attend tonight. We would love to have all presenters to ensure most of our STEM resources for the night. We will work to get the date rescheduled as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.
Parents and Guardians,
Fayetteville High School Softball has partnered with the Fayetteville Parks and Rec to provide a FREE clinic for any girls interested in wanting to play softball. The clinic will be held on Sunday, March 15th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the newly renovated high school softball complex! Please see the attached flyer for more information.
CONGRATULATIONS, Lady Bulldogs! The FHS Varsity Girls Basketball Team will head to Hot Springs this weekend for the State Championship Title! The Lady Bulldogs will take on the Bentonville Tigers Saturday at 6:00 p.m. at the Hot Springs Convention Center. GO DAWGS!
Superintendent Dr. John L Colbert was inducted into the 2020 Hall of Fame at the 74th Southwestern Regional Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. for his 45 years of Service in developing leaders, promoting brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities. Congratulations Dr. Colbert!
This week FPS Child Nutrition celebrates National School Breakfast week with special breakfast menu items and a bike giveaway thanks to @generalmills!
Eating school breakfast March 2 - 6 automatically enters you into a drawing to win a bike, helmet, and bike lock. Four winners will be announced on Friday March 6th.
Good morning Lions! We wanted to remind you that there will not be school on Monday 2/17/2020, in observance of President's Day. See you Tuesday!
Leverett Families, we can't wait to see you tonight at our first Compassion in Action evening at 6:00 tonight in the Gym. We will make Valentines and enjoy refreshments. See you there!
Leverett Families, please join us next Wednesday 2/12/2020 at 6 PM in the Gym as we put the last component of our Choose Love Curriculum into action. We will make Valentines for members of our community as we enjoy some light refreshments. We look forward to seeing you there!
Dear Parents— Our school is in FULL Kids Heart Challenge swing with the American Heart Association. Don’t forget to register and join in on the heart healthy fun. It’s easy, and with your first donation you can earn two of our heart heroes, Perrie and Knox and a wristband! Any student who raises $150 will get to SLIME a teacher! Most schools can only earn 3 heart hero characters right away, but because our school rocks, our students can earn them ALL instantly when students sign up online www.heart.org/KHC, on our website or by downloading the Kids Heart Challenge app in the App Store (search Kids Heart Challenge), available for iPhone and Android. Earn our official Heart Hero Wristband just for registering online and taking a healthy challenge! Once you register online, be sure to send texts or post to Facebook to spread the word and save even more lives! Watch the heart-healthy experience that students are having at school https://youtu.be/2I1fRcpW7Mg! · Download the APP: iPhone and Android, or www.heart.org/KHC · Leverett Elementary’s Kids Heart Challenge event day is: 2/21/2020 · Donations are due: 2/21/2020
Hi Leverett Families!
Kids Heart Challenge is in full swing here at Leverett Elementary, and every single dollar you raise during our event will help students and their families build healthier lives. We are so proud of our school community for making such a big difference!
As a special BONUS to help us reach our goal, ANY student who is registered ONLINE or through the APP with at least one donation by Friday, February 7th will be entered into a raffle to win a pair of Bluetooth headphones (pictured here)! The AHA will be giving away TWO sets! Plus, don’t forget that any student who raises at least $150 will get to SLIME Coach or another volunteer teacher!
It’s not too late to get started! Download the Kids Heart Challenge App or Visit www.heart.org/kidsheartchallenge to get started! (psst—the Heart Heroes come to life through the app!)
Thank you for making our community heart healthy!
Its cold outside! So join us inside tonight and enjoy the warmth of a good book! Please join us from 5:30-7:00 for food and books!
Reminder Leverett Families: FPS will be closed on Monday 1/20/20 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Thank you!
With voter approval of the bond restructuring and NO MILLAGE INCREASE, all Fayetteville Public School students will benefit from district-wide upgrades and improvements as they move through our district in years to come. Learn more at district.fayar.net. PLEASE VOTE ON FEBRUARY 11, 2020.
I hope your winter break was wonderful! I speak for the entire staff when I say we are looking forward to seeing all the smiling faces all of our Leverett Lions back with us tomorrow for another semester of fun and fabulous learning! We have missed you all! 2020 will be the best year yet for Leverett Elementary!
Students in grades K-8 across Fayetteville Public Schools participated in Computer Science in Education Week by completing an Hour of Code project. https://bit.ly/2RPbOaR
We are so grateful for the kind, patient, and dedicated Fayetteville Police Department officers that work with our school district daily. Our thoughts are with them, the entire department, and their families as they grieve the loss of Officer Stephen Carr.
FVA is accepting student applications for the 2019-2020 school year! Fayetteville Virtual Academy is an open-enrollment school. Students who reside in the Fayetteville Public School District attendance area are eligible to attend FVA. Students who reside in the state of Arkansas but outside the Fayetteville Public School District may apply to enroll in FVA . Apply now at http://fayettevillear.apptegy.us/o/fva Explore...APPLY NOW!
Moments we strive for.... a student and teacher celebrate at the annual ESL Exit Ceremony.#onefps
Fayetteville High School Choir invites ye noble Lords and Ladies to: THE FIFTEENTH ANNUAL MADRIGAL FEAST ROYAL RENAISSANCE BANQUET For more information click here: https://bit.ly/2CfLRIH
FOOD FOR FEES WEEK at Fayetteville Public Library!
Your child's classroom newsletter is now available for you to see what is coming up. Please review it and contact your child's teacher with any questions.
Fourth and sixth-grade students in Fayetteville Public Schools got a treat today! They traveled to Fayetteville High School to hear New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Jarrett J. Krosoczka as part of the True Lit Festival sponsored by the Fayetteville Public Library. He spoke to students in the Bulldog Arena and Performing Arts Center and also led a writing workshop.
Library Lions Read Alouds! Mrs. Clark has developed a youtube channel where students can have a book read to them by a Leverett staff member! Please subscribe to our Library Lion youtube account for some fun book reading!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nZbbq7an80&feature=youtu.be
We still have room for students in clubs this semester! We have extended our clubs from 6 weeks to 8 weeks. $25.00 a month! Time is running out so be sure to sign up by Wednesday!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPe7OhNWuG9Y_0PyLZnPjF2ZOvNekmht7IYnxfVvfwWSnonQ/viewform
Parents please use this link to sign up students for after school clubs
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPe7OhNWuG9Y_0PyLZnPjF2ZOvNekmht7IYnxfVvfwWSnonQ/viewform
Parents please do not drop your children off at school before 7:15. There is NO supervision until 7:15. Thank you for your cooperation in helping keep our kids safe.