Mrs. Liles

Spelling Bee

2012-01-19T13:49:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to the Lakeview Grade Level Spelling Bee Winners:

Sixth Grade: Cece Divis, David Chen, Emily Brindac, Declan Wilson, Amy Wang

Seventh Grade: Vishal Sorakayala, James Dourdourekas, Beth Laviste, Karina Kling, Trent Townsend, Ryan Rossi

Eighth Grade: Leanna Ivanova, Sam Dumford, Tyler Aguilera, Alan Zhou, Joey James, Georgia Banov, Arabella Zurbano, Max Magnino

And congratulations to the Lakeview Finalists who will go on to the District Spelling Bee on Tuesday, January 24, 2012. Representing sixth grade - David Chen and Amy Wang. Representing seventh grade - Vishal Sorakayala and Karina Kling. Representing eighth grade - Georgia Banov and Max Magnino.

Open Gym Night

2012-01-12T07:26:00.001-08:00

Lakeview's Open Gym is next Friday (1/20) from 6-8 pm. Tickets are $4 which includes pizza and pop. This is a great opportunity for students to hang out with their friends and play basketball or volleyball with friends and teachers! Tickets will be sold before school starting Wednesday (1/18) and are limited to the first 75 students.

Happy New Year!

2012-01-06T05:17:00.001-08:00

Happy New Year! I hope you all had a relaxing and enjoyable holiday break. With four days "under our belts" we are back in full school mode at Lakeview.

Good luck to our Spartan Basketball Teams, both girls and boys, as they begin their seasons next week at the Westmont Tournament. The girls tip off at 6:30 pm vs. Old Quarry and the boys will follow at 7:45 pm vs. Old Quarry also. Good luck!!!!

Enjoy your weekend and this Spring-like weather while it lasts!

Promenade ....

2011-12-14T06:00:00.000-08:00

We did it!!!! We have taken the lead by a whopping 50,000 points! Way to go CCSD #66 families!

But, there is still a lot of time left in this program. The winner is not determined until April 30th, so let’s keep up the momentum and keep logging those receipts!

Although school is out after Friday, there are still two weeks to earn triple points for the district, so keep logging those receipts at the mall office. If you have any unlogged receipts, you can turn them into school by Thursday morning (December 15th) for us to log them in for you and still return them back to school by Friday morning.

Remember, all Promenade stores within the mall – including restaurants, Bass Pro Shop and the iPac theater – are participating. The outlot stores and stores across Janes Avenue from the mall (this includes Jared, Potbellys, Starbucks, Meijer, Longhorn Steakhouse, Famous Daves, etc) are NOT included in this competition.

Thanks for your continued support!

Questions – Ide – Rose Szutowicz (rszutowicz@att.net)

PV – Tracey Edwards (tracey@tedwards.org)

LV – Jaimie Morton (jaimie.morton@comcast.net)

Eighth Grade Ballroom Dancing

2011-12-01T07:17:00.000-08:00

Eighth grade students began their ballroom dancing unit on Monday, November 28th.

The three week unit, taught by Mrs. Ann Garvey, will take students through the basics of various ballroom dances including Rumba, Swing, Cha-Cha and Tango.

On Friday, December 16th at the conclusion of the unit, all of the 8th graders will participate in a Ballroom Dance sponsored by the Lakeview PTO. The Ballroom Dance will take place from 1:15 - 3:00 pm on December 16th. All parents and relatives of eighth graders are welcome to come and view the dance during that time.

Support Promenade Bolingbrook Shopping!

2011-11-22T05:19:00.000-08:00

With Black Friday just around the corner, don’t forgot to log in your receipts at the mall office when you shop at The Promenade Bolingbrook.

We earn triple points on each and every purchase and quadruple points at Just Ducky, Janie & Jack, J. Rae Boutique, Mago Cantina Grill and iPic Theatres through December 31st. Promenade gift card purchases also earn triple points and 1,000 bonus points for each card! Please keep logging or turning in receipts (only originals please – no copies – if you want your original receipt back, write your student’s name and teacher on the back). Receipts can be logged in at the mall office by Gymboree. It only takes a few minutes to log in!

Do you have a few minutes and want to earn 1,000 points for us right away! Just register at http://www.shoppingpartnership.com/points/bolingbrook.htm. We receive 1,000 points for every registration – just think how quickly that can add up for us! To date, only 22 shoppers have signed up for Prairieview School. Let’s get that number into the hundreds and cement our lead in this program!

And, if you “like” The Promenade Bolingbrook on Facebook and include “Prairieview” in a comment, that’s another 1,000 points!

So many ways to earn points for our schools by doing your everyday shopping! Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Shopping!

Thank you for the donations!

2011-11-17T05:34:00.000-08:00

Thank you to everyone who donated children's books and stuffed animals. The Lakeview Families were very generous in their donations and the Dupage County Family Court System is very greatful!

Student Council Stuffed Animal and Children's Book Drive

2011-11-03T15:07:00.001-07:00

During the week of November 7th, the Lakeview Student Council is sponsoring a stuffed animal and children's book donation drive. We will happily accept any gently used or new stuffed animals or picture books. All collected items will go the Dupage County Court House Safe Harbor room which provides child care for families that are in court. When children leave the child care room they are invited to take a book or stuffed animal with them. This provides comfort to a lot of children. Any donations would be greatly appreciated!

Promenade Fundraising Opportunity!

2011-10-26T07:52:00.000-07:00

Don’t forget to support the “Shopping 4 Students” program at The Promenade Bolingbrook mall. Our schools are vying for a share of $10,000 and it’s tied to shopping/dining you already do! Log your receipts at the Mall Office (next to Gymboree) under Prairieview School or turn them in to the office and we will get them logged for you. Receipts will be returned to you if you would like them back – just include your student’s name and teacher. Please help support this important fundraiser!

Fun Run with Mr. Rodda

2011-10-18T09:34:00.001-07:00

On Monday, October 17, 2011, the Lakeview Cross Country Teams were able to honor one of their coaches, Mr. Paul Rodda. Coach Rodda will be retiring this year and has been a Cross Country Coach for 28 years at Lakeview. There was a "Run with Rodda" day on Monday. The entire team and many of their parents attended to participate in a team "Fun Run" with their parents and then a final one mile run with Mr. Rodda leading the way! The turnout was great and Mr. Rodda received a "Coach" shirt from the State Finals meet this past weekend, where the Boys Cross Country Team placed Third. This has been a remarkable season for the Boys and Girls Teams and all the hard work has earned the teams many honors. Mr. Rodda will be missed for many years to come. The teams and parents came out to Lakeview to show their appreciation for his years of involvement and hard work and he was very grateful!

IMEA

2011-10-14T13:18:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to the Lakeview Jr High students who participated in the IMEA Audition process on October 1, 2011. A total of twenty band students and nine choir students auditioned. Congratulations to the following students who will be representing Lakeview at this year’s IMEA Jr Division Honors Festival: Sarah A (flute), Allie B (Clarinet), Julia P (Clarinet), Emma B (Clarinet), Nick N (French Horn), Dan P (Tenor Sax), Maggie S (Trumpet), Brianna I (Trumpet), Michael T (Baritone / Trombone), Peter S (Trombone), Larissa G (Tuba), Diana C (Choir), Stephanie W (Choir), Patrick M (Choir), Claire W (Choir) and Alana C (Choir).

Congratulations to the Girl's Volleyball Teams!

2011-10-07T07:06:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to the Lakeview JV Volleyball Team on their winning season. The team finished with a record of 10-0, undefeated. This great group of girls supported each other throughout the whole season. The JV Volleyball Team would also like to congratulate the Varsity Volleyball Team on their winning season of 10-0, undefeated. Go Spartans!

Deal or No Deal and Girls Volleyball Team

2011-09-30T13:31:00.000-07:00

On Wednesday ten Lakeview students participated in Deal or No Deal as part of the magazine prizes. Congratulations to all ten students on selling an exceptional amount of magazines! Students included: Claudia F, Beth V, Avan A, Enrica U, Diana C, Marissa C, Jared G, Marcelo A, Zach J and Emma B. Thank you to everyone who supported our biggest district fundraiser this year, the magazine drive!

The Lakeview Girls Varsity Volleyball Team has had an exceptional season so far! Pictured is the team after their victory against Cass Junior High. The girls are undefeated at 7-0 and have won all of their matches in two games, never going to a third set. The regular season will conclude Thursday, October 6th at Lakeview vs. Jefferson Junior High.

Congratulations to the Cross Country Team

2011-09-22T07:26:00.000-07:00

The Lakeview Cross Country Team competed in the Troy Invitational on Saturday, September 17, 2011. There were a total of 49 schools in the meet and nearly 2000 runners! Lakeview had 69 runners compete that day. Best finishers were Natalie (29th out of 269 in sixth grade girls), Morgan (21st in the seventh grade girls and Peter was Lakeview's top finisher for the day with a seventh place in the eighth grade boy's race out of 293 runners! The eighth grade boy's team finished the day winning the third place team trophy out of forty-nine schools. Congratulations to Mr. Rodda, Mr. Urbas and the entire Cross Country Team on a job well done!

Mrs. Conley's Homebase

2011-09-13T10:17:00.000-07:00

Mrs. Conley's Sixth Grade Homebase has truly embraced the concept of PBIS and team work. New this year students can "pool" together their Spartan Stars and redeem them for a group prize (playing the Wii Game System). This group of students quickly achieved this prize and began brainstorming new ideas. They decided they wanted to eat lunch together outside and proposed the number of Stars they would need to redeem this prize. Today, September 13th, was a beautiful day for lunch outside as a homebase. Not pictured is Mrs. Conley, who graciously gave up her lunch period to eat with her students! Way to show Spartan Spirit and model PBIS in sixth grade!!!

Busy, Busy, Busy!

2011-09-09T15:52:00.000-07:00

We may only have been in school for two weeks now, but things are in full-swing and we are busy, busy, busy!
Tonight is the Dance-A-Thon from 6-9 p.m. Tomorrow, Saturday, the Marching Spartans will be performing at the Von Steuben Day Parade and Monday is Curriculum Night for all Lakeview Parents from 6:45 - 9:00 p.m.

PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports)is off to a strong start in year two throughout the district. Both Lakeview and Prairieview kicked off PBIS the first full day of school and Elizabeth Ide finished up their kick-off this week. Ask your children if they have earned a STAR or PAW yet!

The Lakeview students and staff are very thankful to our PTO for purchasing some great "PBIS Prizes" for this year. We have a new picnic table outside the front doors that students can redeem as a prize for PBIS and we also have a Wii Game System for homebases to redeem as a prize also. A special thanks to Mrs. Peg Nuccio, our PBIS Parent Representative, who obtained several coupons for "free bowls" at Noodles & Company which will also be used as PBIS prizes.

Eighth Grade Teachers and Students Run the Mile

2011-08-30T11:08:00.000-07:00

Today, the eighth grade students ran the mile during P.E. classes. To show their students support, Ms. Schwenkel, Mrs. Myers, Ms. Coppoletta, Mrs. Mixon and Ms. Cerny ran along side their students!

Dress Code & Bullying Hotline

2011-08-29T09:12:00.000-07:00

Welcome Back!

As I have been reminding students the past two days, school dress code is in affect. Please refer to page 35 of the Lakeview Parent Student Handbook for complete details on dress code. Remember, all shirts or blouses must have sleeves and skirts/shorts must be at least mid-thigh. Students who are in dress code violation will be asked to change. If they do not have something appropriate to change into items will be provided for the day. Your support in this matter is greatly appreciated.

District 66 has revised our bullying policy. This policy can be found in the handbook. Additionally, a phone line has been established to allow students and/or parents to report incidents of bullying. Bullying reports can be made by calling our district hotline at: 630-783-5210.

End of the Year Excitement!

2011-06-06T13:26:00.001-07:00

Here are a few pictures to enjoy the end of the year excitement! Pictures include the Odyssey Trip, Graduation and WOW Day.

Undefeated Girls Soccer Team

2011-05-25T10:12:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to Mrs. Wilson and the Girls Soccer Team on their undefeated season! Way to go Spartans!!!!

Second Annual Seventh Grade Career Fair

2011-05-20T10:07:00.000-07:00

Fiddler on the Roof Jr

2011-05-11T14:01:00.000-07:00

Good Luck to the cast and crew of Fiddler on the Roof Jr. Opening night is tomorrow, Thursday May 12th at 7 pm with an encore performance on Friday, May 13th. Ms. Berman, Mr. Ohlsen and the entire cast and crew have worked tirelessly preparing. I am sure it will be a fantastic performance! Break a leg!

Congratulations!

2011-05-06T14:46:00.000-07:00

Lakeview Jr. High is proud to announce that seventh grader, Jillian Kozlowski, attended the local Spring Fever Ice Skating Competition held on April 16 -17, 2011. The Franklin Park Ice Area and Lakeview Jr. High would like to recognize Jillian for her dedication and accomplishments at the annual competition. Congratulations to Jillian on her First Place in the Freestyle 4 Solo Event!

Lakeview Student Wins Citizens Financial Bank Essay Contest

2011-04-25T07:20:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to Rupa Palla, who won the Citizen's Financial Bank Essay Contest. Rupa took first place in the essay contest whose topic was, "The Importance of Saving". Pictured above is Rupa, Mr. Windsor and Corrine Ganiec, Branch Manager. Nice job Rupa!!!!

German Band Performs for Lakeview Students

2011-04-25T06:59:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday, April 19th Lakeview students were treated to a perfomance by The Bietigheim Bissingen Musikschule Big Band and the Jegenblasorchester, which is a concert band. These groups are made up of high school age students who attend the Bietigheim-Bissingen Musikschule. These high school students traveled from Germany to participate in an exchange program with Downers Grove North and South High School's. This exchange has been going on for 25 years. The Tedeschi Family had the pleasure of hosting Mr. Alex Wolpert and his twelve year old son, Lukas.

Congratulations to Mr. Safranski

2011-04-21T14:22:00.000-07:00

Lakeview Jr High is proud to announce that Eighth grade social studies instructor, Mark Safranski, was made a New Member of the US Army War College's National Security Seminar. The National Security Seminar is the annual capstone event of the US Army War College graduate program that prepares the future senior leaders of the US Army, as well as select officials from the State Department, the intelligence community and foreign governments. Mr. Safranski was nominated to become a New Member by Dr. Steven Metz, Chairman of the Regional Strategy Department of the Strategic Studies Institute, the US Army's official think tank.

In June, Safranski, along with other civilian New Members from a broad range of professional backgrounds, will attend a week long seminar at the US Army War College in Pennsylvania devoted to problems of national security, defense policy and the conflict in Afghanistan. Mr. Safranski has edited or was a contributing author to a number of articles and two books in the fields of strategic studies and national security and has taught social studies at Lakeview Jr. High School since 1994.

Penny Wars!

2011-04-08T11:20:00.000-07:00

The Lakeview Junior High Student Council is organizing a “Penny War” each school day during the week of April 11 – 15th, The goal of the “Penny War” is to help raise funds for two important causes: The American Red Cross and Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy. During the “Penny War”, 6th 7th and 8th graders are encouraged to donate spare change and dollar bills. All coins will count as positive points towards their class. For example, a 6th grader who donates a quarter will earn 25 points for the 6th grade class. All paper money will count as negative points. Students who bring in paper money will want the negative points to go towards the other class's donations. In other words, 7th grader donating a $5 bill would want to place the negative 500 points in the 6th or 8th grade container. This is where “war” strategy is important! The class that earns the most points wins!
100% of the proceeds will be split between the American Red Cross's effort to help Japan and the Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy.

PBIS Celebration

2011-04-04T13:21:00.000-07:00

Today, in celebration of earning Ten Pounds of PAWS, as part of the PBIS Program, the Lakeview students were treated to an assembly of Teacher vs. Student Snowball. Snowball is like dodgeball, but played with yarn balls. Seventy-five student names were drawn out of the ten pounds of PAWS and those students earned the ability to participate in the games. Fun was had by all and our new goal for PBIS will be set soon ...

Roller Skating Party 2011

2011-03-08T15:21:00.000-08:00

On Monday, March 21 Lakeview will sponsor a roller skating party at the Lombard Roller Rink. Any student in grades 6, 7, or 8 who wishes to attend may do so. Students who will be attending the trip may remain at school until the trip departs. There will be an area provided for students to socialize or complete homework from 3-3:45 p.m. Buses will leave Lakeview promptly at 4:00 p.m. and return to school at 6:45 p.m. Parents are responsible for providing transportation home from school for their children. Money will be accepted in the school office until Tuesday, March 15th. Students who wish to attend must return their permission slip along with $7.00 to their Homebase teacher. Skates may be rented at the door for an additional $3.00 (regular skates) or $5.00 (roller blades). Roller Blades from home are allowed in the rink if they are clean and bolts do not stick out on the side.

Attention Seventh Graders ... It's time for Snowflake!

2011-03-08T15:17:00.001-08:00

On Saturday, April 9, seventh grade students from Lakeview, Herrick and O'Neill will have the unique opportunity to participate in a Snowflake event. Snowflake is a day long event for seventh grade students that explore leadership and communication skills, healthy decision making, substance abuse prevention and how to resist negative peer influences. The event is planned and implemented by trained high school students with adults serving in advisory roles. The program is a collaborative effort between Downers Grove North, Downers Grove South, Lakeview, Herrick Middle School, O'Neill Middle, The Downers Grove Police Department and Helping Girls Navigate Adolescence (HGNA). District 66 and District 58 believe this program is important to help our seventh grade students navigate through adolescence. The Snowflake Event will take place at O'Neill Middle School from 2-9 pm. Registration is $20 a person and registration is being accepted in the school offices until March 25, 2011. Lakeview students will receive information on this event this week. Additional registration packets will be available in the office. Questions can be referred to Mrs. Liles or Mrs. Conley.

Pack The Place 2-15-2011

2011-02-18T05:12:00.000-08:00

Pack the Place 2-9-11

2011-02-10T15:04:00.001-08:00

District 66 Spelling Bee Winner

2011-01-27T12:35:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to Vishal S on winning the district spelling bee. He will advance to the Dupage County Spelling Bee in February representing District 66. Good Luck Vishal!

Lakeview Spelling Bee Winners

2011-01-21T13:28:00.001-08:00

Congratulations to the Lakeview Spelling Bee Winners: Vanessa Copeland, Vishal Sorakayala, Nikitha Gade, Yvonne Szustakiewicz, Cody Becker and Trupti Potdukhe. These students will represent Lakeview in the District Spelling Bee on Tuesday, January 25 at 10:00 am at Prairieview. Good Luck to Everyone!

"Lakeview Jr High School Cross Country Day"

2011-01-19T08:21:00.001-08:00

The Mayor of Darien, Kathleen Moesle Weaver, declared Monday, January 17, 2011, "Lakeview Jr High School Cross Country Day" during the Darien City Council Meeting. Congratulations to the entire Cross Country Team and Mr. Rodda and Mr. Urbas!!!!!

Super Hero Day at Lakeview

2011-01-14T13:51:00.000-08:00

Today was Super Hero Day at Lakeview! Some of our staff really got in to the day also!

Happy New Year!

2011-01-07T12:08:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year! Welcome Back! And I hope you all had a relaxing winter break. We have back "in the swing" of things for a week already here at Lakeview. While the winter time used to be a "slow" time that is not the case anymore! This week our Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball Teams have participated in the Westmont Rotary Tournament. Wednesday evening left the girls with a victory and the boys with a loss. Both teams play again tonight ... Boys at 5:15 pm and Girls at 6:30 pm. Go Spartans!!! Don't forget to pick up your Market Day orders tomorrow, here at Lakeview, starting at 9 am.

Next week, all Lakeview students will again be taking the MAP test. After this second round of testing results from both testing windows will be shared with parents. Details will be forthcoming.

Next Friday, January 14th is the mid-term of the second trimester. If you have not done so recently I encourage you to access your child's grade via the Parent Connect System.

Enjoy your weekend and stay warm!

Happy Holidays from Lakeview!!!!

2010-12-17T06:38:00.000-08:00

Eighth Grade Ballroom Dancing Unit in PE Classes

2010-12-06T08:45:00.000-08:00

Eighth grade students began their ballroom dancing unit on Monday, November 29th. The three week unit, taught by Mrs. Ann Garvey, will take students through the basics of various ballroom dances including Rumba, Swing, Cha-Cha and Tango. On Friday, December 17th at the conclusion of the unit, all of the 8th graders will participate in a Ballroom Dance sponsored by the Lakeview PTO. The Ballroom Dance will take place from 1:15 - 3:00 pm on December 17th. All parents and relatives of eighth graders are welcome to come and view the dance during that time.

Lakeview Music Students Selected to IMEA Festival

2010-11-18T07:50:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to members of the Lakeview Band and Choir on their selection to the Illinois Music Educators Association District 1 Band and Choir. Over 1200 middle school students from the southwest suburbs and Chicago auditioned for a spot in the District 1 Concert Band, Jazz Band, Orchestra, or Choir. Approximately 300 students were selected to perform with one or more of these Jr. Level Honors Ensembles. Students selected for the honors Concert Band were Sam Tedeschi (Tuba), Brooke Nuccio (Flute), Julia Poska (Clarinet), and Nick Nuccio (French Horn). Selected to the Jazz Esemble were Sam Tedeschi (Bass Guitar) and Mike Tegeler (Trombone). Selected to the choir were Claire Wagner, Brett Cohen, and Alana Copeland (Not Pictured). The performances took place on Saturday, November 6th and 13th at Lincoln Way North High School in Frankfurt and Fenton High School in Bensenville. Lakeview Band and Choir students are under the direction of Mr. Tom Tedeschi and Miss Jennifer Berman respectively.

Congratulations to the Lakeview Girls Volleyball Team

2010-11-08T05:30:00.001-08:00

The Lakeview Spartans Varsity Volleyball team concluded their well played regular season (7-2, 2nd place in the SDEAA Conference), by capturing the SDEAA Tournament Championship on Saturday, October 30, 2010. In the first match, Lakeview defeated Cass in 3 games by the scores of 25-16, 23-25 and 15-10. The Spartans then moved onto the championship match where they were victorious over Westview Middle School in 3 games by the scores of 25-19, 15-25 and 15-13. The Spartans are coached by Beth Nyhlen. Congratulations to the following members of the 2010 varsity volleyball team:

Alexa A. Sarah R.
Rebecca A. Charlotte S.
Tiffany B. Antoinette Z.
Lisa K.
Miyax L.
Delaney M.
Rebekah O.
Marissa R.
Athena R.

Congratulations to the Spartan Football Team

2010-10-28T06:19:00.000-07:00

On Monday October 25th the Lakeview Spartan Football Team beat Eisenhower 18-0 finishing the season with a perfect 6-0 record and conference championship! A big congratulations to all of the players for their hard work, dedication and excitement that they brought to the field every practice and every game! A special thanks to Coach Dvorak and Coach Novotny for their hard work and dedication too.

State Cross Country Meet Congratulations!!!!

2010-10-18T10:24:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, October 16th the Lakeview Cross Country Team traveled to Normal, IL to participate in the state meet. Congratulations to Amanda Thate for her 2nd Place finish in the girls meet. Also, congratulations to the Lakeview Boys Team for their 18th place finish in the boys meet. Way to go Spartans!!!!

Mrs. Conley's Homebase Shows their Spirit!!!!

2010-10-18T05:19:00.000-07:00

Friday, October 15th was Spirit Day at Lakeview. Students were to wear grade level colors to show their spirit. Congratulations to Mrs. Conley's Homebase who had 100% participation and were showing their Red Spirit!!!!!

Magazine Money Machine Winners

2010-09-30T11:41:00.000-07:00

Today during lunch, 15 students were randomly selected for selling seven or more magazine subscriptions. These students won twenty seconds in the Money Machine!!!! Congratulations to the winners: Beth Vetter, Gillian Rustik, Matt Campbell, Lauren Swain, Kelsey Sedlacek, Erik Seelander, Michael Wagner, Zach Jones, Stephanie Wronkiewicz, Peter Fish, Chloe Northrop, Emily Blaum, Lisa Koniecko, Ava Porlier and Austin Balinski.

Last Magazine Turn-In Day!!!!

2010-09-27T09:20:00.000-07:00

Just a reminder that tomorrow, Tuesday, is the last magazine turn-in day. Please encourage your son or daughter to sell a magazine or two to support the PTO. The PTO does a lot of great things with the money generated through the magazine sale. Each building PTO budget is funded through the sale of magazines. Without these budgets our PTO's would not be able to fund class / grade level parties, assemblies and treats.

As a special incentive, the Lakeview PTO is offering a great opportunity! Any Lakeview student who sells 7 or more magazine subscriptions during the course of the sale will have their name placed in a hat. Ten student names will be drawn and those students will get twenty seconds in the Money Machine!!!!!

Third week of the Trimester is here already!

2010-09-10T13:44:00.000-07:00

It is hard to believe, but today marks the third week of the trimester! If you have not done so, recently, I encourage all parents (and students) to access grades via Parent Connect. If you require assistance please contact the office.

Tonight is the Dance-A-Thon from 6-9 pm. All Lakeview Dances are open to students in sixth, seventh and eighth grade. Encourage your student to attend any and all events. The more involved a student is the more fun they will have!

Monday, September 13 is our Open House. This event is for PARENTS ONLY. The evening will start at 6:45 pm and conclude around 9 pm. Parents will hear about PBIS, our new behavior initiative, as well as have time to follow their child's class schedule and meet all of their child's teachers. Hope to see everyone on Monday night!

Good luck to the Marching Spartans tomorrow as they begin their marching season. The Marching Spartans will be at the Von Steuben Day Parade in Chicago. Pray for no rain!

Lakeview's PBIS Kick-Off and Celebration!

2010-08-27T14:46:00.001-07:00

It has been a great week back at school! On Tuesday, we kicked off PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention Systems) at Lakeview. Students rotated through stations learning various "Cool Tools" such as how to ride the bus or walk in the hallways. At the end of the day the whole school celebrated with popsicles, thanks to the PTO. You will be hearing more about PBIS as the year goes on.

Welcome Back!!!!

2010-08-12T08:23:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the 2010-2011 School Year! I hope everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable summer! It was definitely a hot one compared to last year, so I hope you found a cool place for some of your time. I know, personally, I spent a lot of time in my pool reading great books.

The renovation and construction projects are quickly coming to a close and the building will be ready for everyone in a little over a weeks time. I look forward to seeing the sixth graders next Thursday, August 19th from 9 - 11 am. And then seventh and eighth graders will be here on Monday, August 23rd.

This year will bring PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention Systems) to CCSD, which is exciting and you will hear a lot more about later. I look forward to hosting book clubs with students and staff again as well.

Enjoy the last few days of summer and see you soon!

Congratulations Class of 2010

2010-06-02T12:35:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Dr. Tiede for taking some awesome photographs last Friday on the Eighth Grade Trip. Good luck to the graduates! And have a safe and relaxing summer!

Congratulations to our Graduates!

2010-05-27T07:40:00.000-07:00

Eighth Grade Graduation is Tuesday, June 1, 2010. The graduating class consists of 137 students. During the graduation ceremony students, who are part of the platform party, will be giving speeches. Also during the ceremony, the Academic Excellence Award Winners will be honored. These students achieved straight "A's" all three years at Lakeview.

Platform Party Members: Jack M, Mariah C, Ahona M, Michael M, Haley H and Tess G.

Three Year Academic Excellence Award Winners: Haley H, Steven K, Brian K, Jack M, Ahona M, Emily P, Shirali S, John S, Patrick W and Stephanie Z.

Busy Tuesday at Lakeview!

2010-05-25T07:08:00.000-07:00

This morning started off with our Sixth Grade Pancake Breakfast which was the reward from the Ride Janie Ride Fundraiser. Seventh and Eighth Graders will be enjoying pancakes on Wednesday and Thurday morning. And the students are lucky enough to be served by Ride Janie Ride Foundation members each morning!

Eighth grade Algebra students participated in their annual Barbie Bungee which sent Mrs. Myers and Mr. Windsor to the roof!

Miss Coppoletta's class visit from an author!

2010-05-20T15:14:00.000-07:00

On Thursday, May 20, 2010, a surprise guest visited Miss Coppoletta's 6th grade Advanced Reading classroom via Skype. PJ Haarsma, author of the Softwire series, graciously spent 40 minutes with the class discussing reading, writing, his books, and the very cool, free online game he created. It was a truly unique experience for the students!

Oklahoma!!!!!

2010-05-14T06:36:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to the cast, crew and Ms. Berman and Mr. Ohlsen on a fantastic opening night!!!!! Excellent job! And a special thanks to Mr. Szpytek for taking these great photos.

Seventh Grade Career Fair

2010-05-08T05:59:00.000-07:00

On Friday, May 6, 2010 the seventh graders were treated to an "in-house" career fair. Twenty parents and community members presented mini career units as students rotated throughout. Thank you to everyone who helped to make the 2010 Career Fair a success!!!!!

PE Classes Run the Mile!

2010-04-30T08:01:00.001-07:00

On Thursday, April 29th the PE classes ran the mile. During seventh and eighth hour the sixth graders had some "guest runners"! Mr. Windsor, Mrs. Mixon, Ms. Coppoletta and Mrs. Mesker all ran the mile with the kids! Way to go everyone!!!!!

Ride Janie Ride

2010-04-28T11:13:00.001-07:00

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Ride Janie Ride Fundraiser

2010-04-12T10:37:00.000-07:00

The Lakeview Student body has undertaken a fundraising goal. The students are collecting money to benefit the Ride Janie Ride organization.( http://www.ridejanieride.org/) This organization selects three people per year who are suffering from blood cancer and help to cover expenses insurance will not. Unfortunately this year, two of Center Cass District 66 family members will benefit from this organization. One of the recipients is a young lady at Prairieview School and the other the brother-in-law of a teacher at Lakeview. Students will collect money and for each $5.00 raised the student will receive a "motorcyle" to add to their grade level gang. Goals for homebases have been set. Money will be collected April 12 - April 23, 2010.

Snowflake 2010

2010-03-22T06:28:00.000-07:00

Citizens Financial Bank Essay Contest Winner

2010-03-18T08:33:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Luke Grishow on winning the Citizens Financial Bank Essay Contest. "If I Were President" essay contest was open to students in the Darien / Downers Grove area. There were 175 entrants and Luke won in the 7-8 grade group. Luke's prize included a $100 savings bond and a $30 book store gift card! Way to go Luke!!!!

Juggling in PE Class

2010-03-18T08:30:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to the Varsity Girls Basketball Team

2010-03-03T06:26:00.000-08:00

Way to go Spartans! What a game on Friday night! Nice job girls!!!! Lakeview Varsity Girls Basketball Team is Conference Champs!!!!

Snowflake 2010

2010-02-25T14:58:00.000-08:00

On Saturday, March 20, seventh grade students from Lakeview, Herrick and O'Neill will have the unique opportunity to participate in a Snowflake event. Snowflake is a day long event for seventh grade students that explore leadership and communication skills, healthy decision making, substance abuse prevention and how to resist negative peer influences. The event is planned and implemented by trained high school students with adults serving in advisory roles. The program is a collaborative effort between Downers Grove North, Downers Grove South, Lakeview, Herrick Middle School, O'Neill Middle, The Downers Grove Police Department and Helping Girls Navigate Adolescence (HGNA). District 66 and District 58 believe this program is important to help our seventh grade students navigate through adolescence. The Snowflake Event will take place at Lakeview Junior High from 2-9 pm. Registration is $20 a person and registration is being accepted in the school offices until March 8, 2010. Lakeview students received information on this event this week. Additional registration packets will be available in the office. Questions can be referred to Mrs. Liles or Mrs. Conley.

Roller Skating Party

2010-02-25T14:55:00.000-08:00

On Monday, March 22 Lakeview will sponsor a roller skating party at the Lombard Roller Rink. Any student in grades 6, 7, or 8 who wishes to attend may do so. Students who will be attending the trip may remain at school until the trip departs. There will be an area provided for students to socialize or complete homework from 3-3:45 p.m. Buses will leave Lakeview promptly at 4:00 p.m. and return to school at 6:45 p.m. Parents are responsible for providing transportation home from school for their children. Money will be accepted in the school office until Monday, March 15th. Students who wish to attend must return their permission slip along with $7.00 to their Homebase teacher. Skates may be rented at the door for an additional $3.00 (regular skates) or $5.00 (roller blades). Roller Blades from home are allowed in the rink if they are clean and bolts do not stick out on the side.

Fundraising for Haiti

2010-02-12T09:18:00.000-08:00

Over the past few weeks students at Lakeview have been raising money for the Red Cross Haiti Relief. Students showed their support in a couple of ways. Many students purchased tickets to "Pie A Teacher" in the face during the Pack the Place Nights. On Friday, February 5th, students wore "Hats for Haiti". Any student wearing a hat was asked to donate a dollar and proudly wear a Haitian Flag. Many students donated more than a dollar! In total, the Lakeview students raised $790.00. We are very proud of our students! Character does count at Lakeview Jr. High!

Solo Festival 2010

2010-02-08T07:55:00.000-08:00

On Saturday, February 6, over 250 instrumental and vocal music students from grades 5-8 took part in our annual solo festival. Students prepared a solo to be adjudicated by a professional. Students are then given a rating on their performance. If they play well enough they are awarded a Division I or Division II rating and receive a medal for their efforts. Some students are given a perfect rating of which they then have the opportunity to perform for a panel of judges at the end of the day and a chance to be selected as the outstanding soloists of the day. Twenty one students received a perfect score and are pictured above. Then three students were chosen as outstanding soloists of the day (also pictured above). Congratulations to all of the students who participated! Nice job!!!

Pack the Place 2010

2010-02-05T08:34:00.001-08:00

Lakeview Spelling Bee Winners

2010-01-25T06:33:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to the Lakeview Spelling Bee Winners! During the week of January 19th grade level spelling bees were conducted. From these two winners from each grade level were selected to advance to the district spelling bee. The Center Cass District Spelling Bee will be held on Thursday, February 4, 2010 1:00 pm at Prairieview. Congratulations to all who participated and good luck to the finalists: Nikitha Gade, Cyrus Santiago, Brett Cohen, Trupti Potdukhe, Kellyn Maguire and Cameron Welker!!!!!!

Congratulations!

2010-01-21T06:04:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to Nick Sum, seventh grader, who participated in the Illinois State Junior Olympic Archery Development Tournament on Saturday, January 16, 2010. He took first in the state for boys in his age group shooting with a recurve bow. He beat the total of the boy that won last year by twenty points! Congratulations to Nick and good luck as he continues on with his competitions!

Congratulations to the Varsity Girls Basketball Team!

2010-01-15T07:23:00.000-08:00

Last Saturday, the Varsity Girls Basketball Team finished their competition in the Westmont Rotary Club Tournament. After losing their first game in the tournament, the Spartan defense took control of their last two games and captured the Consolation Championship Trophy.

A special congratulations to Shannon Snyder who was selected to the All-Tournament Team.

Way to go Spartans and Shannon!!!

Stay Warm!

2010-01-08T10:43:00.000-08:00

Welcome back! We have survived our first week back to school and the snow!

Good Luck to the Varsity Boys and Girls Basketball teams tomorrow, Saturday, as they compete in the Westmont Rotary Basketball Tournament.

Remember, next week is IOWA Testing for sixth and seventh graders Tuesday-Thursday. Eat a good breakfast and go to bed early!

Lunch and Books with Mrs. Liles

2009-12-18T06:36:00.001-08:00

Starting in January, I will be hosting lunchtime book clubs with students. Students in sixth grade are invited to participate in this exciting new adventure! The books we will discuss will be from the list of Rebecca Caudill Nominees for the 2009-2010 School Year.

Students may sign up with their Reading / Language Arts teacher to participate. Only students who have read the particular book being discussed may participate in the event.

Start reading now! I have already read Kimchi & Calamari. Next on my list are: Emma-Jean Lazarus Fell Out of a Tree and A Small White Scar.

The first lunch time book club will be held on Tuesday, January 19th. Sign up sheets are availabe in Mrs. Crews' and Ms. Coppoletta's rooms.

Scholastic Bowl comes to Lakeview!

2009-12-18T06:31:00.000-08:00

Scholastic Bowl is a new extra curricular activity at Lakeview this year. It is a trivia competition against other schools in the Southeast Dupage Elementary Athletic Association. There will be an informational meeting in January for students and the competitions will take place in February and March. This activity is open to students in sixth, seventh and eighth grade. Interested students should see Mrs. Myers for more information.

Roller Blading in PE Classes

2009-12-17T09:01:00.001-08:00

Starting January 4th, all Lakeview students will be rollerblading during their PE classes.
Safety equipment is available (helmets, wrist/elbow guards and knee pads) for the students to wear, but it is not mandatory. If you wish for your child to wear safety equipment, please email or send a note to their PE teacher and they will see that safety equipment is worn during this unit of study.

Eighth Grade Ballroom Dance

2009-12-05T13:04:00.000-08:00

Our eighth graders have started their ballroom dance unit in PE class. Over the next couple of weeks students will be instructed by Mrs. Ann Garvey, former Lakeview Parent and Professional Dance Instructor, on various dance routines. This activity will conclude with our Big Ballroom Dance Party on Friday, December 18th starting at 1:30 p.m. Parents of Eighth Grade Students are invited to come and watch the performances on December 18th.

Happy Thanksgiving!

2009-11-19T08:01:00.000-08:00

I would like to take this opportunity to wish all the Lakeview Families a Happy Thanksgiving! Hopefully you will eat good food and find time for rest and relaxation.

The Lakeview students have been busy these past few weeks. The Student Council and Make A Difference Club have organized a Stand Up For Kids Drive. Stand Up for Kids is a nationally acclaimed volunteer organization dedicated to helping homeless, runaway and at-risk youth in over 42 cities nationwide. They not only feed and clothe children, but also attempt to encourage and motivate them by providing straightforward mentoring, emergency resources and help find them the tools they need to get off the street. The Lakeview students have been collecting donations and will continue to do so until November 24th. Donations include: single serve food items that are healthy and don't require cooking, fruit juice, socks, winter hats, winter gloves & sweatshirts.

Congratulations to the District 66 Music Boosters on another successful Fannie May Sale! This year the students sold over $28,000.00 worth of Fannie May products. The Music Boosters made about $4,000.00 and individual student accounts also acquired $4,000.00 in profits. Thank you to everyone who supported this event! Top Fannie May Sellers: Marjorie B, Brooke N, Sam T, Quinn M, Drew D, Jillian K, Michael R, Sarah R, and Caitlyn B. Way to go Spartans!!!

Fall Sports Banquet

2009-11-16T05:28:00.000-08:00

Lakeview held its’ Fall Sports Banquet on Thursday, October 29, 2009. The following teams were recognized for their season: Football, Cheerleading, Cross Country and Girls Volleyball.

The following awards were presented during the banquet:

Football Most Valuable Offensive Player – Steven K
Football Most Valuable Defensive Player – Nathan C
Football Most Improved Player – Andrew B

Cheerleading Leadership Award – Karolina A
Cheerleading Most Spirited Award – Meaghan S

Cross Country Most Valuable Player – Peter F & Amanda T
Cross Country Most Improved Player – Chris L & Nikitha G

Varsity Girls Volleyball Most Valuable Player – Stephanie Z
Varsity Girls Volleyball Most Improved Player – Deanna B

Jr. Varsity Girls Volleyball Most Valuable Player – Dana K
Jr. Varsity Girls Volleyball Most Improved Player – Pimaa M

Way to go Spartans!!!!!

End of the Trimester is Quickly Approaching!

2009-11-13T07:51:00.000-08:00

It is hard to believe, but Friday, November 20, 2009, marks the end of the first trimester! It seems like just yesterday, students were learning locker combinations and meeting their new teachers. Now, the leaves have change and we are preparing for Thanksgiving feasts. When we return from the Thanksgiving Break students will be moving onto their second trimester Encore classes. If a student doesn’t still have their schedule they can check on Parent Connect to see what class in the Encore Block they go to starting on Monday, November 30. Report cards will be coming home with students on Tuesday, December 1, 2009.

Lakeview Strategic Planning Meeting

2009-11-05T14:22:00.000-08:00

Don't forget! The Lakeview Strategic Planning Meeting is Monday, November 9th at 7 pm in the IMC. This is a great opportunity to give your input into the strengths and weaknesses of District 66. Parent input is valuable and appreciated. Please consider taking an hour or so out of your evening for this important event.

Winter Sports Teams have been chosen!

2009-10-29T11:16:00.000-07:00

It was a busy week at Lakeview for Sports Try-Outs! Congratulations to everyone who tried out for basketball, cheerleading or mascot.

JV Boys Basketball coached by Mr. Dvorak

Jason D

Cody B

Eddie L

Braxton B

Caleb K

Matt B

Joe E

Matt S

Tony M

Sam D

Connor M

Patrick M

Zain R

Managers: Kovas, Jacob and Wes

JV Girls Basketball coached by Mr. Little

Rebecca A

Tiffany B

Megan S

Sydney D

Jacky J

Jill K

Jeannie L

Antionette Z

Rebekah O

Taylor J

Miyax L

Dana K

Ava P

Cheerleaders / Mascot coached by Ms. Coppoletta

Sarah A

Abbey C

Julie D

Alexis G

Leanna I

Vicky K

Pimaa M

Serenity S

Allison S

Jaylen W

Mascots - Ally A, Kyle M & Austin R

Go Spartans!!!!!

2009-10-24T06:28:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to the Cross Country teams on their fine performances in the conference meet Thursday.The boy's team finished in second place just a few points from first. Amanda T took first place in the girls race with a winning two mile time of 12:22. Way to go Spartans!

It is a busy upcoming week at Lakeview!

Monday - AWARE begins for Eighth Graders in Health Class

Seventh Grade Field Trip to Chicago

JV Cheer & Mascot Clinic

Girls Basketball tryouts for 6th and 7th graders

Tuesday - Ninth week of the trimester

Boys JV Basketball tryouts for 6th and 7th graders

JV Cheer & Mascot Tryouts

Wednesday - Boys JV Basketball tryouts for 7th graders

Girls Basketball tryouts for 8th graders

Thursday - Sixth Grade Field Trip

Sixth Grade Halloween Party during PE classes

Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30 - 8:30 pm

Friday - No School (Teacher Institute)

Stay warm and dry and healthy!!!!

Spirit Day - Hat Day

2009-10-09T08:11:00.000-07:00

Lakeview Students showing their school spirit today! Thanks to Student Council for sponsoring Hat Day ... what a great way to brighten up a gloomy day!

Good Luck to the Lakeview Band and Choir Students

2009-10-02T07:59:00.001-07:00

This is a busy weekend for Lakeview Musicians! The Marching Band students have a double performance in two parades! They will be joining the DGS Homecoming Parade today, Friday, and then tomorrow, Saturday, they will be traveling to Plainfield for their Homecomng Parade. I am sure they will do fantastic both days and hopefully the rain will hold off and cooperate!!!!

Also on Saturday, there is a group of band students and choir students who will be auditioning at the Illinois Music Educators Association District 1. More than 1500 band, choir and orchestra students from the surrounding suburbs will participate in these auditions for a chance to be selected into one of the honor groups. If selected, they will perform in November with some of the finest middle school musicians in our area. They will also have the opportunity to work with some of the finest guest conductors in the field of music education.

Good Luck to the following students auditioning for IMEA:

Emily P - Flute

Brooke N - Flute

Sam T - Tuba & Bass Guitar

Danny P - Baritone

Ahona M - Clarinet

Charlotte S - Clarinet

Marjorie B - Soprano

Shnnon S - Soprano

Kyla S - Soprano

Megan V - Soprano

Tyler Z - Tenor

Marian C- Alto

Good luck to everyone!!!!

Memory Walk Service Project

2009-09-29T13:48:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to all of the Lakeview Students & Staff who participated in Lakeview Service Project to raise money for the Alzheimer's Association. Student's collected money to benefit the Alzheimer's Association during the month of September. On Saturday, September 26th about a dozen students, a couple of District 66 families and Mr. Little and Mrs. Boyer all participated in the Memory Walk, which was held in Joliet, Illinois.

Congratulations to the following outstanding contributors:

Sixth grader - Cormac B who raised over $800

Seventh grader - Samanth C who raised over $500

Eighth grader - Corey B who raised over $300

Mr. Rodda's Homebase raised over $1000

Mrs. Douvris' Homebase raised over $500

Mrs. Boyer's Homebase raised over $400

Way to go Lakeview!!!!

Safety Reminder When driving on the campus at dismissal time

2009-09-11T07:01:00.001-07:00

When students are dismissed at the end of the day, at Lakeview, we have stationed a teacher out by the stop light. The teacher “holds” the students at the corner, so that all of the buses can quickly exit while the light is green. Once the buses have passed, then students are allowed to cross with the cross walk signal.

Unfortunately, several parents have pulled up to the light, which is green and they proceed without noting that there are children in the crosswalk who have the signal to cross. I ask that you please be a cautious driver on the campus during dismissal.

Our student’s safety is our main concern! Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

Busy Week Ahead

2009-09-04T10:59:00.000-07:00

I hope everyone enjoys their long weekend and finds time for relaxation, enjoying the weather and family and friends!!!

Next week is a busy one at Lakeview!

Monday - No School

Tuesday - Board of Education meeting 7 p.m. @ PV

Wednesday - Cross Country vs Burr Ridge (home)

Football vs EJH (home)

Thursday - GVB vs Old Quarry (away)

LV Open House / Curriculum Night 6:45 p.m.

Friday - Dance-A-Thon 6- 9:30 p.m.

Saturday- Lakeview Marching Band @ German Day Parade

Welcome Back!!!!

2009-08-27T08:44:00.000-07:00

Welcome Back to School Everyone! The 2009-2010 school year is off to a fantastic start! I hope everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable summer. My husband and I added a new puppy to our family this summer so it was less than relaxing, but Romo, our new puppy is adorable.

Today is day three and students are back into the swing of things. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns throughout the year. Email, phone calls or stopping by in person are all great ways to get your questions answered.

Please make sure the office has your current email address. We will send out "Week in Review" emails on Friday for the following week. These emails will contain important information such as try-out dates / times for sports, upcoming club meetings etc. You will not want to miss this information!

If you have not volunteered to help PTO with their activities this year I encourage you to do so soon! The Lakeview PTO does a lot of great things for our teachers and students and this is a great way to stay involved in your adolescent child's life!

End of the Year Eighth Grade Celebrations!

2009-06-04T06:35:00.000-07:00

Break A Leg!!!!

2009-05-14T05:30:00.001-07:00

Good luck to everyone involved with the production of this year's musical, Guys and Dolls Junior. The musical will be performed tonight, Thursday, and tomorrow, Friday, at 7 pm in the Lakeview Gym. Ms. Berman and Mr. Ohlsen have worked countless hours with a fantastic cast and crew to put on what should prove to be a fantastic musical! Break A Leg!!!!!

Teacher Appreciation Week - Thank You!

2009-05-07T14:54:00.001-07:00

This week, May 4 - 8 was Teacher Appreciation Week. The Lakeview Staff was treated very well by the PTO this week! Thank you so much to all of the families who made sure we were fed well this week! The food was delicious and the whole week was enjoyed by all. Thank you especially to Cherrise Jurkovic and Thea Pjescich for all of their hard work in organizing, planning and cleaning up each day.

Eighth Grade End of the Year Activities

2009-04-27T07:15:00.000-07:00

Today, I will be meeting with all of the eighth grade students and sharing with them the information regarding the end of the year activities. Your child should bring home a packet explaining the same information as well as the fees that are required for these events.

On Monday, June 1, 2009 students will be heading to Navy Pier for a day trip aboard the Odyssey Boat and a little site seeing on Navy Pier. Prior to our departure parents are welcome to come to school to take pictures and see all of the students together. As I will be sharing with students, dress for this event should be dressy, but comfortable as there will be walking involved. (So, new dress shoes and formal gowns might not be such a wise choice for the day!)

Graduation is set for Wednesday, June 3rd at 7:30 p.m. in the Lakeview Gym. Due to a large number of graduates and limited seating each student will receive four tickets to graduation. Should your family not require all of those tickets please return extra tickets to the office so we can share them with families who would like more than the four allotted tickets.

If you have any questions once you have received the packet of information please feel free to give me a call.

PTO Scholarhips - Sixth & Seventh Grade Students

2009-04-16T14:23:00.000-07:00

Each year, the Lakeview PTO provides scholarships to students. The scholarships for student activities are available in an amount up to $100.00 per event for programs during the remainder of this school year and during the summer of 2009. Scholarships that qualify will be in the area of academics, athletics and fine arts. District 66 Summer School does not qualify for PTO Scholarships. Scholarships are not based on need. A random drawing will be held for those students who meet all requirements as stated in the application. Students will receive applications during Homebase on April 20th. Extra forms are available in the office. All applications are due on Monday, May 11, 2009.

Mother Daughter Tea Reminder

2009-04-07T11:56:00.001-07:00

Have you turned in your reservations for the Mother Daughter Tea yet? Don’t forget this year’s event is on Saturday, April 18th from 11:30 – 3:30 pm at Ashton Place. Tickets are $22.00 each and include lunch and a great afternoon of fun! Reservations are still being accepted in the office through Thursday, April 9, 2009.

Congratulations Regional Science Fair Winners

2009-03-26T14:39:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to three Lakeview Students, who last Saturday, took first place at the Regional Science Fair. Jacob Amiri, Kellyn Maguire and Evan Murley represented Lakeview well! Nice job! And a special thanks to Mrs. Wagner for her support in this event as well.

I want to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Safe and Relaxing Spring Break! See you when classes resume on April 6th!

Congratulations to the Varsity Boys Basketball Team

2009-03-19T07:47:00.000-07:00

Tonight is the Spring Sports Banquet, to celebrate the accomplishments of the Winter Sports Team. This year’s Winter Sports Teams were successful both on the court and off. One team in particular, the Varsity Boys Basketball Team, has something rather special to celebrate … a SEDAA Conference Championship!!!!

The Varsity Boys Basketball Team, under the leadership of Mr. Tom Dodd, clinched this title last Friday night (3/13) at Old Quarry Middle School with a victory over Cass (34-32). Congratulations to the boys on an outstanding season!

The Winter Sports Teams have set the bar high for the Spring Teams, which start up shortly!

2009 Mother Daughter Tea

2009-03-11T12:25:00.001-07:00

The Lakeview PTO is once again planning its’ annual Mother Daughter Tea event. This year’s event is set for Saturday, April 18, 2009 from 11:30 – 3:30 p.m at Ashton Place. Invitations will be mailed home the week of March 16th to all girls in sixth, seventh and eighth grade. The eighth grade girls will be able to model clothes during the event. Permission slips to model were handed out during school this past week. The permission slips are due back to Mrs. Liles by Monday, March 16th. Tickets for this event are $22.00 and each person attending the event needs a ticket. This is a great way to spend the afternoon with your daughter and other female family members or friends! I hope to see everyone on April 18th!

Lakeview Roller Skating Party

2009-03-09T09:07:00.000-07:00

On Monday, March 23 Lakeview will sponsor a roller skating party at the Lombard Roller Rink. Any student in grades 6, 7, or 8 who wishes to attend may do so. Students who will be attending the trip may remain at school until the trip departs. There will be an area provided for students to socialize or complete homework from 3-3:45 p.m. Buses will leave Lakeview promptly at 4:00 p.m. and return to school at 6:45 p.m. Parents are responsible for providing transportation home from school for their children. Money will be accepted in the school office until Wednesday, March 18th. Students who wish to attend must return their permission slip along with $7.00 to their Homebase teacher. Skates may be rented at the door for an additional $3.00 (regular skates) or $5.00 (roller blades). Roller Blades from home are allowed in the rink if they are clean and bolts do not stick out on the side.

Important Upcoming Events

2009-02-20T08:49:00.000-08:00

~ Seventh Grade Snowflake Event – March 21, 2009 at Herrick Middle School. The application deadline has been extended until Friday, February 27th. Applications will be accepted in the Lakeview Office until this date. Additional applications are also available in the Lakeview Office.

~ ISAT Testing Week – March 3-6th. Students will be tested daily from 8 – 10:15 a.m. Please make sure your child eats a healthy breakfast during this week. If a student misses an ISAT test due to absence the test will need to be made-up, so attendance is appreciated!

~ Lakeview Roller Skating Party – Monday, March 23, 2009. Information will be coming out during homebase to students in the next couple of weeks. This event is open to students in sixth, seventh and eighth grade.

A Busy Week at Lakeview

2009-02-13T05:15:00.000-08:00

This was a busy week at Lakeview! On Wednesday, the District 66 Spelling Bee was held at Prairieview School. Congratulations to Dhara who won the district bee and will be advancing onto the county spelling bee! On Thursday, the entire school participated in the Lincoln Bicentennial Celebration. Led by, Lucas, the entire school listened to the Gettysburg Address.

Snowflake Opportunity for Seventh Graders

2009-02-09T08:36:00.000-08:00

On Saturday, March 21, seventh grade students from Lakeview and Herrick will have the unique opportunity to participate in a Snowflake event.

Snowflake is a day long event for seventh grade students that explore leadership and communication skills, healthy decision making, substance abuse prevention and how to resist negative peer influences. The event is planned and implemented by trained high school students with adults serving in advisory roles. The program is a collaborative effort between Downers Grove North, Downers Grove South, Lakeview, Herrick Middle School, The Downers Grove Police Department and Helping Girls Navigate Adolescence (HGNA). District 66 and District 58 believe this program is important to help our seventh grade students navigate through adolescence.

The Snowflake Event will take place at Herrick Middle School from 2-9 pm. Registration is $20 a person and must be turned into the Township’s Human Service Office before 4:30 p.m. on February 20, 2009.

Lakeview students will be receiving information on this event this week. Additional registration packets will be available in the office. Questions can be referred to Mrs. Liles or Mrs. Conley.