Eighth Grade End of the Year Activities

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.