January 16, 2013

Dear Lake Families,

In the past few weeks Lake IB has experienced a few staffing changes. As partners in your child’s education, it is very important that we notify you about these changes due to the impact it can potentially have on your student’s class schedule. The school will implement the necessary changes to student schedules next week.

Lake IB students who have been in Mr. Molina’s Spanish classes will no longer receive Spanish instruction for the rest of the school year. Also, students in Mr. Mason’s math intervention course will no longer take this class. All seventh graders will continue to receive daily, small group math intervention/acceleration with a Math Fellow. In addition, some sixth and eighth grade students will receive push-in support, meaning that a Math Fellow will work with students inside their current math class.

Students that were involved in either or both of these courses will instead have an additional art, music, or physical education class. Parents are welcome to make a special request for their student to continue receiving Spanish language instruction, however, this will be determined on a per pupil basis depending on space availability and potential for success in an Advanced Spanish course. Upon request, school administration will discuss placement with the student, parent, and Spanish teacher to determine whether or not it is appropriate to place the student in an Advanced Spanish class. Ms. Buhl, visual arts teacher, and Mr. Girtin, physical education teacher, will return to full-time teaching positions at Lake IB in order to meet the needs of increased student participation in these courses.

Additionally, the seventh grade science teacher, Mr. Lee, has decided to pursue a career in the health sciences field and is no longer teaching. We are currently in the process of replacing this position and have already selected a candidate. If you have a student in seventh grade, you will receive a letter from the new teacher after the hiring process is complete. Students in Mr. Lee’s classes will not be impacted by schedule changes and can expect to have a permanent teacher very soon.

Thank you for your partnership and support as we make these necessary changes. If you have any questions about any schedule changes, please contact the school at 720-424-0260.

Sincerely,

Amy Highsmith

Principal

Lake International School

720-424-0260

http://lakeib.org

16 de enero del 2013

Queridas familias de Lake,

En las últimas semanas pasadas, Lake IB ha pasado por algunos cambios de personal. Como compañeros en la educación de su hijo/a, es muy importante que le notifiquemos sobre estos cambios a cabo de que las clases de su estudiante podrían ser impactadas. La escuela implementará los cambios necesarios a las clases de los estudiantes la semana que entra.

Estudiantes de Lake IB quienes han estado en las clases de español del Sr. Molina ya no recibirán instrucción en español para el resto del año escolar. También, estudiantes en la clase de intervención matemática del Sr. Mason ya no estarán en su clase. Todos los alumnos del séptimo grado seguirán recibiendo intervención y aceleración matemática por medio de grupos pequeños con un miembro de matemáticas. Adicionalmente, algunos alumnos del sexto y octavo grado recibirán apoyo dentro de sus salones por medio de un miembro de matemáticas.

Estudiantes quienes fueron involucrados en uno o los dos de estos cursos ahora tomarán un curso de arte, música o educación física adicional. Padres tienen el derecho de pedir un permiso especial para que sus estudiantes continúen recibiendo instrucción en español, pero, la decisión final será determinada dependiendo de cada individual si son capaces de recibir instrucción en español avanzado y del espacio disponible en los salones. Después de haber pedido el permiso, la administración de la escuela discutirá la colocación con el/la estudiante, padre, y maestra de español para ver si es adecuado meter al estudiante en una clase de español avanzada. Sra. Buhl, maestra de arte visual, y Sr. Girtin, maestro de educación física, regresarán de maestros de tiempo completo a Lake IB para poder llegar a las necesidades de participación de estudiantes en estos cursos.

Adicionalmente, el maestro de ciencia, Sr. Lee, ha decido seguir una carera en el medio de ciencias de salud y ya no estará enseñando. Actualmente, estamos en el proceso de remplazar su puesto y ya tenemos a un candidato. Si usted tiene un estudiante en el séptimo grado, recibirá una carta del nuevo maestro después de su proceso de contratación haya sido completada. Estudiantes en las clases del Sr. Lee no serán impactados por cambios en su lista de clases y pueden esperar tener un maestro/a permanente muy pronto.

Gracias por su asociación y su apoyo mientras hacemos los cambios necesarios. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre cambios de clases por favor llame a la escuela al 720-424-0260.

Atentamente,

 
Amy Highsmith

Directora

Lake International School

720-424-0260

http://lakeib.org

January 17, 2013

Dear Lake International School Families,

At Lake IB, the safety of our students is of utmost importance. I’m writing today to ensure you are aware of an accident that took place outside of Lake International School this morning, and to share some important safety reminders with you.

Early this morning, a Lake International School student was struck by a vehicle while crossing 18^th Ave. The driver of the vehicle fled the scene. School staff, Denver Public Schools Safety and Security, Denver Police and Paramedics responded immediately, and the student was taken to Denver Health for treatment. We were very relieved to learn that the student’s injuries were minor and he will make a full recovery. Denver Police will work hard to identify and bring to justice the driver of the vehicle.

While our thoughts continue to be with our student and his family, I wanted to share some important street safety tips with you. Please remind your child to take these precautions when walking on any street.

Street Safety:

• Cross at the corner or crosswalk.
• Be aware of all vehicles.
• Stop, look and cross with adult help, if needed.
• Be careful and make safe choices.

Thank you for your continued support for our students and our school. I would also like to remind you that students are not permitted to arrive on school grounds prior to 7:15 AM. This is an important safety policy to follow because staff members are not on duty providing supervision until 7:15 AM. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have.

Sincerely,

Amy Highsmith

Principal

Estimadas familias de la Lake International School,

En Lake IB, la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes es sumamente importante. Me dirijo a ustedes para asegurarme de que conozcan sobre un incidente grave que tuvo lugar el día de hoy fuera de la Escuela Internacional Lake, y para compartir algunos consejos de seguridad.

Esta mañana temprano, un estudiante de la Escuela Lake Internacional fue impactado por un vehículo. El conductor del vehículo huyó del lugar. El Departamento de Seguridad y Protección de las Escuelas Públicas de Denver, la Policía de Denver y los paramédicos respondieron inmediatamente y llevaron al estudiante al Hospital Denver Health para recibir atención médica. Nos sentimos aliviados al saber que las lesiones sufridas por el estudiantes fueron menores y que tendrá una completa recuperación. La Policía de Denver trabajó arduamente para identificar y llevar al conductor del vehículo ante la justicia.

Nos solidarizamos con el estudiante y su familia y quiero compartir con ustedes algunos consejos de seguridad importantes. Por favor recuerde a su hijo tomar estas precauciones cuando camine por cualquiera de las calles.

La seguridad en la calle:

• Cruzar en las esquinas.
• Estar atentos a todos los vehículos en circulación.
• Parar, mirar y cruzar con la ayuda de un adulto.
• Ser cuidadosos y tomar decisiones seguras.

Gracias por su continuo apoyo a nuestros estudiantes y nuestra escuela. Por favor, si tienen alguna pregunta o inquietud no duden en comunicarse conmigo.

Atentamente,

Amy Highsmith

Directora

Lettertoparents_hitandrun_1 2013

Dear Lake Campus Community:

I would like to inform you of an incident that took place after school yesterday in the school parking lot. A parent of a student brought a handgun into the parking lot and displayed it to several students in a threatening manner. Another parent who witnessed this immediately called 911, and police quickly responded and took the individual into custody. No one was injured, and at no point did the weapon enter the school building.

I would like to commend the swift action taken by the parent who called authorities as well as by our school staff who immediately worked to move all students to a safe area.

I will take this opportunity to remind our students, parents and community that our schools need to be a safe haven for our students. Our schools are places of learning, and it is never acceptable to bring a weapon of any kind ­ real or fake ­ onto any part of our school campus.

As a community we must work together to ensure our schools are safe. I thank you for our efforts to do so. We had counselors on campus today and we will again on Monday as needed if your child would like to talk with someone and work through their feelings about what took place.

As always, if you have any questions please feel free to contact me at 720-424-0260.

Sincerely,

Amy Highsmith

Principal

Manny Dominguez is an exceptional student athlete that exemplifies a true leader at Lake International School. Manny plays sports year-round, including cross country and soccer (in the same season), basketball and baseball.

Manny completed a very successful soccer season at Lake International School by leading his team to the first ever DPS Middle School Soccer Championship for Lake. This also earned him recognition for DPS “All-League” Middle School Soccer Team for the DPS Prep League.

He always has a great attitude on and off the playing fields. He has never missed a practice. For example, last year just before basketball tryouts, he broke his collar bone and had to sit out for the entire season. He still came to every practice and game. He acted as the team manager, score keeper and cheerleader.

Never hestitating to motivate his teamates he showed true leadership and sportsmanship at all times and encouraged his teammates to do the same. The attitude of the team was: If Manny can step up with a broken bone, so can we. We are looking forward to having him back as our point guard this year for basketball season, to see what else he can bring to the table. Maybe a basketball championship?

In class, he is a dedicated student who cares about his performance and is advanced in many subjects including art & music. He comes to class on time, turns his work in and often stays for homework help. His teachers respect his imput and often ask him to lead in group discussions. He is a true leader and scholar. We are very proud to have Manny as a part of our school communtiy and it has been a privilage to have been his teacher and coach. I’m looking forward to cheering him on in his endeavors beyond Lake International School.

Virginia Buhl

Lake International School

Athletics

2012 Thanksgiving Meals

Salvation Army
2012 Thanksgiving Meal
Thursday, November 22, 2012
11:30-1:00PM
Colorado Convention Center Hall B

Denver Rescue Mission
Great Thanksgiving Banquet
Wednesday  November 21,2012
11:30-1:00PM
Lawrence Street Shelter
1130 Park Ave West
Denver, CO 80205

Rosa Linda’s Mexican Cafe
Serves free Thanksgiving meal
Thursday, November 22, 2012
10:00-3:00PM
2005 W 33rd Ave
Denver, CO 80211
(Will also deliver meal to families who cannot make it to restaurant- please call 303-455-0608)

FOR THE FIRST TIME IN LAKE IB HISTORY OUR BOYS SOCCER TEAM IS IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME FOR THE ENTIRE DISTRICT!!!

THE GAME IS TODAY, OCTOBER 19, 2012 AT 3:45PM

AT SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL!

LETS GO KNIGHTS!!!!

Jonathan supporting Lake IB’s soccer team!

October 1, 2012

Dear Lake Families,

Superintendent Tom Boasberg has requested a meeting with the Lake Faculty, Parent and Community Stakeholders this Thursday, October 4, 2012 beginning at 5:30 PM in the library regarding a proposal to change our shared campus with STRIVE Prep (formerly West Denver Prep) from a middle school to a high school co-location.

I just learned two weeks ago that the North HS/STRIVE Prep Stakeholder Working Group’s proposal to the DPS Board of Education suggested that STRIVE Prep High School be located on the Lake Campus. I immediately voiced concerns that the Lake parent community and faculty were never informed nor invited to participate in this work group. Due to the extremely short notice being given to our community now, I have asked that decisions be put on hold so that our voices may be heard.

Please join me at the meeting this week! It is critical that you provide input now before a final decision is made. If you cannot attend in person, you may call or provide written feedback. You may send this to school with your child, and return it to the Advisory teacher, or via email to Blanca Ruiz, Communication Specialist/Parent Family Liaison blanca_ruiz@dpsk12.org or directly to me at amy_highsmith@dpsk12.org.

I plan to be present at this meeting if at all possible, however, I am expecting a baby this week and may be in the hospital! Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to seeing you this Thursday evening.

Sincerely,

Amy Highsmith

Principal

Lake International School

720-424-0260

http://lakeib.org

CSC
(Collaborative School Committee)

Nominations!

Lake International School is in need of parents joining our Collaborative School Committee.

The purpose of the CSC is to enhance student achievement, parent engagement and school climate through collaboration between the Principal, Teachers, Students and other Community Members. The CSC serves as a leadership body for the school.

If you are interested in joining Lake International’s CSC please contact:

Blanca Ruiz
Communication Specialist
303-424-0326
Blanca_Ruiz@dpsk12.org

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CSC

(Comité Colaborativo Escolar)

¡Nominaciones!

La escuela Lake International necesita padres que se unan a nuestro Comité Colaborativo Escolar.

El propósito de este comité es mejorar el logro estudiantil, participación de padres y las condiciones de la escuela por medio de colaboración entre Directores, Maestros, Estudiantes y otros miembros de la comunidad. El CSC sirve como un grupo de liderazgo para la escuela.

Si esta usted interesado en participar en el Comité por favor contacte a:

Blanca Ruiz
Especialista de Comunicaciones
303-424-0326
Blanca_Ruiz@dpsk12.org