We are excited to share that Open Arms Inc., Strive 2 Thrive, and WorkSource of Albany will be available at the Family Resource and Support Center (FRSC) located at 722 Corn Ave., Albany, GA 31701, on Friday, March 13, from 8:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
Organization Highlights:
Open Arms Inc.
Provides support for abused, homeless, trafficked, and at-risk youth (ages 0–24) and their families. Services include emergency and transitional housing, support for abuse victims and teen mothers, outreach services, and essential supplies such as diapers and hygiene items.
Strive 2 Thrive
A community-driven program that helps motivated individuals move out of poverty by offering coaching, training, and support. Through partnerships with volunteers, organizations, and local businesses, the initiative provides a “hand-up, not a hand-out,” helping Albany families move toward long-term self-sufficiency and prosperity.
WorkSource of Albany
Offers free services to help individuals find employment and advance their careers, including resume building, interview preparation, job search assistance, skills training (including certifications and GED support), and career counseling. They also support local businesses with recruitment and workforce training.
We encourage families who may benefit from these services to stop by during this time.
Organization Highlights:
Open Arms Inc.
Provides support for abused, homeless, trafficked, and at-risk youth (ages 0–24) and their families. Services include emergency and transitional housing, support for abuse victims and teen mothers, outreach services, and essential supplies such as diapers and hygiene items.
Strive 2 Thrive
A community-driven program that helps motivated individuals move out of poverty by offering coaching, training, and support. Through partnerships with volunteers, organizations, and local businesses, the initiative provides a “hand-up, not a hand-out,” helping Albany families move toward long-term self-sufficiency and prosperity.
WorkSource of Albany
Offers free services to help individuals find employment and advance their careers, including resume building, interview preparation, job search assistance, skills training (including certifications and GED support), and career counseling. They also support local businesses with recruitment and workforce training.
We encourage families who may benefit from these services to stop by during this time.
Good afternoon, Lake Park Parents. Here are a few reminders.
1. Our last basketball game of the scheduled season is today at 4:45 at Merry Acres. We will recognize our 5th-grade basketball, cheer, and dance team members during halftime.
2. Attendance Challenge - Students with ZERO absences each month will earn a FREE DRESS day!
3. Our Spring Input and Milestone Test Prep meeting is next Thursday, March 19th, at 5:30. Please join us!
4. The Spring Picnic is Friday, March 27th, from 11:00-12:30. All families are invited. and can bring chairs, blankets, and food.
1. Our last basketball game of the scheduled season is today at 4:45 at Merry Acres. We will recognize our 5th-grade basketball, cheer, and dance team members during halftime.
2. Attendance Challenge - Students with ZERO absences each month will earn a FREE DRESS day!
3. Our Spring Input and Milestone Test Prep meeting is next Thursday, March 19th, at 5:30. Please join us!
4. The Spring Picnic is Friday, March 27th, from 11:00-12:30. All families are invited. and can bring chairs, blankets, and food.
Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference? Explore the career opportunities across our school system. Join us for our DCSS Career Fair on Saturday, March 13th, from 10:00-12:00 at the Albany Civic Center.
FREE ADMISSION! You are invited to attend Lake Park's basketball game against Lincoln Elementary on Monday, March 9th, at 4:45 at Radium Springs Middle School. Concessions, including pulled pork sandwiches, nachos, boiled peanuts, candy, and drinks, will be available for cash purchase. No admission fee makes for a wonderful opportunity for our families to support Lake Park's basketball, cheer, and dance teams. We hope you can join us! *Clear bags only at all DCSS athletic events.
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families. Here are a few reminders and updates.
1. Tomorrow from 1:00-2:00 is our annual Literacy on the Lawn for Read Across America. We would love for you to join us.
2. We have a new and exciting attendance challenge! Students with perfect attendance for the month will earn a Free Dress day!
3. Please use this link to complete the DCSS Family Engagement Survey https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeaEk4WldpDeLYjJaU5jCWiHwrbENUGOFkc8MNC4tYy7yvfmw/viewform
4. Tomorrow is PTO's March Snacks. If you are a parent of a first- or fifth-grade student, please consider signing up to bring a treat. https://bit.ly/4r4YTPe
5. Our GMAS Test Prep and Spring Input meeting is on Thursday, March 19th, at 5:30. Please join us!
6. Our Spring Picnic is on Friday, March 27th, from 11:00-12:30. Please make plans to join the fun!
1. Tomorrow from 1:00-2:00 is our annual Literacy on the Lawn for Read Across America. We would love for you to join us.
2. We have a new and exciting attendance challenge! Students with perfect attendance for the month will earn a Free Dress day!
3. Please use this link to complete the DCSS Family Engagement Survey https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeaEk4WldpDeLYjJaU5jCWiHwrbENUGOFkc8MNC4tYy7yvfmw/viewform
4. Tomorrow is PTO's March Snacks. If you are a parent of a first- or fifth-grade student, please consider signing up to bring a treat. https://bit.ly/4r4YTPe
5. Our GMAS Test Prep and Spring Input meeting is on Thursday, March 19th, at 5:30. Please join us!
6. Our Spring Picnic is on Friday, March 27th, from 11:00-12:30. Please make plans to join the fun!
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families. Here are a few updates and reminders.
1. Read Across America Week is this week. On Thursday, students are encouraged to dress as a character they relate to or wear an outfit that represents their favorite culture. Friday is Reading on the Lawn from 1:00-2:00. Please bring a towel or something to sit on and enjoy the sunshine with a good book.
2. Friday Snacks is also this Friday. First and fifth-grade families have the opportunity to shower our staff with treats. https://bit.ly/4r4YTPe
1. Read Across America Week is this week. On Thursday, students are encouraged to dress as a character they relate to or wear an outfit that represents their favorite culture. Friday is Reading on the Lawn from 1:00-2:00. Please bring a towel or something to sit on and enjoy the sunshine with a good book.
2. Friday Snacks is also this Friday. First and fifth-grade families have the opportunity to shower our staff with treats. https://bit.ly/4r4YTPe
Good evening, Lake Park Families. Next week is Read Across America Week. Please see the attachments for how you and your child can participate.
To help make our activities extra special, we are collecting a few items:
● Empty paper towel and tissue rolls.
● Empty cereal boxes or shoe boxes.
If you have any of these items at home, please send as many as possible to school.
We are also looking for parent volunteers to read at our Reading on the Lawn event on Friday, March 6, from 1:00-2:00. Please share your interest with your child’s teacher.
To help make our activities extra special, we are collecting a few items:
● Empty paper towel and tissue rolls.
● Empty cereal boxes or shoe boxes.
If you have any of these items at home, please send as many as possible to school.
We are also looking for parent volunteers to read at our Reading on the Lawn event on Friday, March 6, from 1:00-2:00. Please share your interest with your child’s teacher.
LPE Black History Program begins at 6:00. We would love for you to join us!
Good morning, Lake Park Families.
LPE Health Club is tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb 24th, for previously registered students. An email was sent to parents. Please plan to pick your child up at 3:45 pm. For questions, please email lpehealthclub@gmail.com.
Happy Monday, Lake Park Families. Here are a few updates and reminders.
1. DCSS schools are closed for Winter Break. Today is a remote learning day for students. Your student's assignment went home in their red folder. Please ensure that your student completes the assignments and returns their homework on Monday, February 23rd.
2. Does your child know their math facts? Please help your child succeed in math by ensuring they know their math facts. First graders should know basic addition facts automatically. Second graders should know basic addition and subtraction facts automatically. Third graders should know basic addition, subtraction, and multiplication facts automatically. Fourth and fifth-graders should know basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts automatically. Automaticity means they know they can give the correct answer immediately without support.
3. Lake Park's annual Black History Program is on Thursday, February 26th. It is going to be AMAZING!
4. The Georiga Milestones for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders is April 21st, 22nd, and 23rd. Fifth-grade science is on April 28th. Please do not schedule appointments on those dates. We need all of our scholars at school and ready.
5. Have a wonderful week. We look forward to seeing our students on Monday, February 23rd.
1. DCSS schools are closed for Winter Break. Today is a remote learning day for students. Your student's assignment went home in their red folder. Please ensure that your student completes the assignments and returns their homework on Monday, February 23rd.
2. Does your child know their math facts? Please help your child succeed in math by ensuring they know their math facts. First graders should know basic addition facts automatically. Second graders should know basic addition and subtraction facts automatically. Third graders should know basic addition, subtraction, and multiplication facts automatically. Fourth and fifth-graders should know basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts automatically. Automaticity means they know they can give the correct answer immediately without support.
3. Lake Park's annual Black History Program is on Thursday, February 26th. It is going to be AMAZING!
4. The Georiga Milestones for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders is April 21st, 22nd, and 23rd. Fifth-grade science is on April 28th. Please do not schedule appointments on those dates. We need all of our scholars at school and ready.
5. Have a wonderful week. We look forward to seeing our students on Monday, February 23rd.
Good evening, Lake Park Families.
Just a reminder that tomorrow is "free dress" for spring pictures. Please ensure your child wear school appropriate clothing. Click the link for our dress code. Friday LIFE Lab students will come to Lake Park. A bus will transport us to the LIFE Lab after pictures. Have a wonderful evening. https://docs.google.com/document/d/15b0bbQeg5VZ0v_J12n-m2MTxwW5aWM9TqWZSzBx4OW0/edit?usp=sharing
Just a reminder that tomorrow is "free dress" for spring pictures. Please ensure your child wear school appropriate clothing. Click the link for our dress code. Friday LIFE Lab students will come to Lake Park. A bus will transport us to the LIFE Lab after pictures. Have a wonderful evening. https://docs.google.com/document/d/15b0bbQeg5VZ0v_J12n-m2MTxwW5aWM9TqWZSzBx4OW0/edit?usp=sharing
Happy Friday, Lake Park Families! Here are a few reminders and announcements.
1. The LPE Robotics Team is going to the State Robotics Competition at Georgia Tech this weekend! We are super proud of these talented and hard-working Lakers.
2. Friday, February 13th, is Spring Pictures. Friday Life Lab students will come to Lake Park first thing that morning. A Life Lab bus will transport them to Life Lab after Spring Pictures.
3. Friday, February 13th, is also Friday Snacks for February. Please see the attached flyer or use the link to sign up. https://bit.ly/4caHfFF
4. Winter Break is February 16th-20th.
5. Our Black History Program is on Thursday, February 26th. Please see the attachment for details.
6. Have a wonderful weekend.
1. The LPE Robotics Team is going to the State Robotics Competition at Georgia Tech this weekend! We are super proud of these talented and hard-working Lakers.
2. Friday, February 13th, is Spring Pictures. Friday Life Lab students will come to Lake Park first thing that morning. A Life Lab bus will transport them to Life Lab after Spring Pictures.
3. Friday, February 13th, is also Friday Snacks for February. Please see the attached flyer or use the link to sign up. https://bit.ly/4caHfFF
4. Winter Break is February 16th-20th.
5. Our Black History Program is on Thursday, February 26th. Please see the attachment for details.
6. Have a wonderful weekend.
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families. Do you have LPE uniforms that no longer fit your child? If so, please donate them to Lake Park. We have a daily need for clothing for our boys and girls. Spills, rips, tears, and accidents happen. It is very helpful when we have clothes on hand for these situations. Thank you!
Happy Friday, Lake Park Families! Please review the following reminders and announcements.
1. Magnet applications are available for new students who wish to attend Lake Park. Current magnet students with siblings enrolled in pre-K must apply to attend kindergarten at Lake Park. Current LPE students do not need to apply again. Applications can be found on the DCSS website by searching "magnet", or by scanning the attached flyer.
2. Elementary basketball kicks off next week! Go Lakers! Please see the attached schedule.
3. Don't forget to READ, READ, READ! Today marks the end of week 3 of the DCSS Read Bowl! Your family can join in the fun by completing the Scavenger Hunt and entering your answers into the google forms. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpMP5y2924U03mU5gdbY6d_M1rwOYbev5jMVd9dVb9cUy13Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109466517459424274444 and https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDyaQSqBfy7Egihz-3y9ou-lX7_B-WdieK8Xhnmt59Ns-6nA/viewform?usp=dialog
4. There is still time to sign your family up for our Black History Program! Please see the flyer.
5. Winter Break for students is February 16th - 20th.
6. Georgia Milestone dates are: April 21st -23rd and April 28th.
1. Magnet applications are available for new students who wish to attend Lake Park. Current magnet students with siblings enrolled in pre-K must apply to attend kindergarten at Lake Park. Current LPE students do not need to apply again. Applications can be found on the DCSS website by searching "magnet", or by scanning the attached flyer.
2. Elementary basketball kicks off next week! Go Lakers! Please see the attached schedule.
3. Don't forget to READ, READ, READ! Today marks the end of week 3 of the DCSS Read Bowl! Your family can join in the fun by completing the Scavenger Hunt and entering your answers into the google forms. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpMP5y2924U03mU5gdbY6d_M1rwOYbev5jMVd9dVb9cUy13Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109466517459424274444 and https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDyaQSqBfy7Egihz-3y9ou-lX7_B-WdieK8Xhnmt59Ns-6nA/viewform?usp=dialog
4. There is still time to sign your family up for our Black History Program! Please see the flyer.
5. Winter Break for students is February 16th - 20th.
6. Georgia Milestone dates are: April 21st -23rd and April 28th.
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families.
Please join us for the DCSS READBowl 2026 At-Home Literacy Scavenger Hunt. The DCSS Early Literacy Department is encouraging families to play/read together and submit their responses through the Google Forms for a chance to win prizes.
🏈📚 How to Play:
Read at home
Complete fun weekly challenges
Choose your activities
Share what you read
Win prizes and bragging rights
Week 1 Scavenger Hunt (Google Form)
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpMP5y2924U03mU5gdbY6d_M1rwOYbev5jMVd9dVb9cUy13Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109466517459424274444
Week 2 Scavenger Hunt (Google Form)
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDyaQSqBfy7Egihz-3y9ou-lX7_B-WdieK8Xhnmt59Ns-6nA/viewform?usp=dialog
Please join us for the DCSS READBowl 2026 At-Home Literacy Scavenger Hunt. The DCSS Early Literacy Department is encouraging families to play/read together and submit their responses through the Google Forms for a chance to win prizes.
🏈📚 How to Play:
Read at home
Complete fun weekly challenges
Choose your activities
Share what you read
Win prizes and bragging rights
Week 1 Scavenger Hunt (Google Form)
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpMP5y2924U03mU5gdbY6d_M1rwOYbev5jMVd9dVb9cUy13Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109466517459424274444
Week 2 Scavenger Hunt (Google Form)
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDyaQSqBfy7Egihz-3y9ou-lX7_B-WdieK8Xhnmt59Ns-6nA/viewform?usp=dialog
Good evening, Lake Park Families. Here are a few updates and reminders.
1. Schools are closed on Monday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
2. Our annual Black History Program is on Thursday, February 26th. This year's theme is "A Night at the Museum". Please complete the link if your family would like to participate. https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=fVAPkGRbn0er4fSa14T9l_3ibkCiFMRNtA3NGIEh495UNTY0MkgzMU5BNVgwMDQxUUxRQ01aWDAwVSQlQCNjPTEu&route=shorturl
3. Tuesday's SEL Night was wonderful. You can access the presentation using this link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1q443NR3AvmyoOA8iEUg-fRjAkcd1SqH_/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104769612884590893770&rtpof=true&sd=true
1. Schools are closed on Monday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
2. Our annual Black History Program is on Thursday, February 26th. This year's theme is "A Night at the Museum". Please complete the link if your family would like to participate. https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=fVAPkGRbn0er4fSa14T9l_3ibkCiFMRNtA3NGIEh495UNTY0MkgzMU5BNVgwMDQxUUxRQ01aWDAwVSQlQCNjPTEu&route=shorturl
3. Tuesday's SEL Night was wonderful. You can access the presentation using this link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1q443NR3AvmyoOA8iEUg-fRjAkcd1SqH_/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104769612884590893770&rtpof=true&sd=true
Good morning, Lake Park Families.
1. The Georgia School Climate Survey is an important component of our continuous improvement process. Please complete our school's anonymous survey. Your feedback will help us identify areas for improvement and better serve your family. Your ratings are used to develop our Star Climate Rating. https://survey.gadoe.org/FM?sid=E5000CB8
2. PTO's monthly Friday snacks will be provided by the second and fourth grades. Please use the link to sign up to bring a treat for our staff. https://bit.ly/4qoJeuE
3. We hope you can join us this evening at 5:30 for PTO and Social Emotional Learning Night.
4. Thursday and Friday are Early Release days for Parent Teacher Conferences.
1. The Georgia School Climate Survey is an important component of our continuous improvement process. Please complete our school's anonymous survey. Your feedback will help us identify areas for improvement and better serve your family. Your ratings are used to develop our Star Climate Rating. https://survey.gadoe.org/FM?sid=E5000CB8
2. PTO's monthly Friday snacks will be provided by the second and fourth grades. Please use the link to sign up to bring a treat for our staff. https://bit.ly/4qoJeuE
3. We hope you can join us this evening at 5:30 for PTO and Social Emotional Learning Night.
4. Thursday and Friday are Early Release days for Parent Teacher Conferences.
Happy Monday, Lake Park Families.
1. The Georgia School Climate Survey is an important component of our continuous improvement process. Please complete our school's anonymous survey. Your feedback will help us identify areas for improvement and better serve your family. Your ratings are used to develop our Star Climate Rating. https://survey.gadoe.org/FM?sid=E5000CB8
2. PTO's monthly Friday snacks will be provided by the second and fourth grades. Please use the link to sign up to bring a treat for our staff. https://bit.ly/4qoJeuE
3. We hope you can join us tomorrow evening at 5:30 for PTO and Social Emotional Learning Night.
4. Thursday and Friday are Early Release days for Parent Teacher Conferences.
5. Does your family have a military affiliation? If so, please complete this brief survey. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSee5-ZbjNviy7GpVYHee879yMuP21JNBP9_88b_nDzPtFJT3Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104769612884590893770
1. The Georgia School Climate Survey is an important component of our continuous improvement process. Please complete our school's anonymous survey. Your feedback will help us identify areas for improvement and better serve your family. Your ratings are used to develop our Star Climate Rating. https://survey.gadoe.org/FM?sid=E5000CB8
2. PTO's monthly Friday snacks will be provided by the second and fourth grades. Please use the link to sign up to bring a treat for our staff. https://bit.ly/4qoJeuE
3. We hope you can join us tomorrow evening at 5:30 for PTO and Social Emotional Learning Night.
4. Thursday and Friday are Early Release days for Parent Teacher Conferences.
5. Does your family have a military affiliation? If so, please complete this brief survey. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSee5-ZbjNviy7GpVYHee879yMuP21JNBP9_88b_nDzPtFJT3Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104769612884590893770
Jersey Day is Monday, January 12th. DCSS is proud to kick off READBowl 2026 in partnership with the Share the Magic Foundation, inviting all PreK-8th grade students to participate in this district-wide literacy initiative. We will begin on Monday, January 12, 2026, with a district-wide Jersey Day to promote literacy and school spirit. Lake Park students can wear jerseys with jeans or uniform pants.
