Sign-ups for 2025-2026 Run Club is open! Run Club is open to all students and all levels of experience are welcome! Run Club provides a fun opportunity for our students to stay active and healthy. There is a $10 fee to participate and is limited to 50 participants. The first Run Club meeting is on Monday, September 8th. Here is the link to sign-up: https://forms.gle/u9CKYgRJePrtantQ8 . See attached flyer for more details or email lakeparkpto@gmail.com.
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families. We hope you have had a great day. Here are a few reminders and updates.
1. Picture day is this Friday, September 5th. Students must wear uniforms for fall pictures because the photos will be used in the yearbook. Photo proofs will be emailed to you from BPI Photography two to three weeks after picture day.
2. Next Friday, September 12th is Grandparents Day. Please see the attachment for grade level times.
1. Picture day is this Friday, September 5th. Students must wear uniforms for fall pictures because the photos will be used in the yearbook. Photo proofs will be emailed to you from BPI Photography two to three weeks after picture day.
2. Next Friday, September 12th is Grandparents Day. Please see the attachment for grade level times.
Good morning, Lake Park Families. We hope you had a restful Labor Day Weekend. First and fifth grade families will host Friday snacks on Friday, September 5th. Friday Snacks is one way that PTO boost teacher morale and helps build partnerships with our families. If your child is in first or fifth grade, please use this sign up link https://bit.ly/45Ye5VJ to contribute this week. Friday Snacks is a favorite of all Lake Park staff members. Thank you so much for finding specials ways to show how much our staff means to you.
Good morning, Lake Park Families. THANK YOU for prioritizing our school start time. Our tardies have dropped by more than 50% from last school year! Wahoo! Our families are ALL IN for our best school year ever.
Early Dismissal for Parent Teacher Conferences occurs tomorrow and Friday. Car rider dismissal will begin at 12:00. Buses should arrive by 12:30. Extended Day will open at dismissal.
If you have not turned in your August utility bill, please do so this week. You can send the original or email the bill to your teacher or to Mrs. Dowdy at jennifer.dowdy@docoschools.org. If the utility bill is not in your name, you and the person you live with must take your IDs to the board office to see Officer Frazier.
All schools will be closed on Monday for Labor Day.
Early Dismissal for Parent Teacher Conferences occurs tomorrow and Friday. Car rider dismissal will begin at 12:00. Buses should arrive by 12:30. Extended Day will open at dismissal.
If you have not turned in your August utility bill, please do so this week. You can send the original or email the bill to your teacher or to Mrs. Dowdy at jennifer.dowdy@docoschools.org. If the utility bill is not in your name, you and the person you live with must take your IDs to the board office to see Officer Frazier.
All schools will be closed on Monday for Labor Day.
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families,
Have you provided your utility bill? We are missing about half of our families. Each family is required to provide an updated utility bill annually as proof of residency. If you have already provided yours, thank you! If not, the original August utility bill must be provided asap. Please write your child's name on the bill. The secretary will make a copy and return the original. If the bill is not in your name, you and the person that you live with must take your IDs to the Board of Education and see Office Frazier.
Schools are required to submit a list of families who have not provided the required documentation. Please help us by sending this documentation to the office tomorrow so that your child’s enrollment at Lake Park will not be interrupted. Thank you!
Have you provided your utility bill? We are missing about half of our families. Each family is required to provide an updated utility bill annually as proof of residency. If you have already provided yours, thank you! If not, the original August utility bill must be provided asap. Please write your child's name on the bill. The secretary will make a copy and return the original. If the bill is not in your name, you and the person that you live with must take your IDs to the Board of Education and see Office Frazier.
Schools are required to submit a list of families who have not provided the required documentation. Please help us by sending this documentation to the office tomorrow so that your child’s enrollment at Lake Park will not be interrupted. Thank you!
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families.
Sign-ups for 2025-2026 Run Club is open! Run Club is open to all students and all levels of experience are welcome! Run Club provides a fun opportunity for our students to stay active and healthy. There is a $10 fee to participate and is limited to 50 participants. Sign ups are open now through Friday, August 29. Here is the link to sign-up: https://forms.gle/u9CKYgRJePrtantQ8 . See attached flyer for more details or email lakeparkpto@gmail.com. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g28vAxpoVgr7T9saQoVEbUo4MUSS_J4s/view?usp=sharing
Sign-ups for 2025-2026 Run Club is open! Run Club is open to all students and all levels of experience are welcome! Run Club provides a fun opportunity for our students to stay active and healthy. There is a $10 fee to participate and is limited to 50 participants. Sign ups are open now through Friday, August 29. Here is the link to sign-up: https://forms.gle/u9CKYgRJePrtantQ8 . See attached flyer for more details or email lakeparkpto@gmail.com. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g28vAxpoVgr7T9saQoVEbUo4MUSS_J4s/view?usp=sharing
Happy Friday, Lake Park Families. Our Dance Fit was AMAZING and we met our fundraising goal! Thank you so much for your hard work. We are ALL IN at LPE. Here are a few reminders.
1. Early Release and Parent Teacher Conferences are next Thursday and Friday, August 28 & 29. Dismissal begins at 12:00. Extended Day will be open until 5:30.
2. We will not have school on Labor Day, Monday, September 1st.
3. Progress reports go home on Tuesday, September 2nd for first through fifth graders.
4. Have a great weekend!
1. Early Release and Parent Teacher Conferences are next Thursday and Friday, August 28 & 29. Dismissal begins at 12:00. Extended Day will be open until 5:30.
2. We will not have school on Labor Day, Monday, September 1st.
3. Progress reports go home on Tuesday, September 2nd for first through fifth graders.
4. Have a great weekend!
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families. Tomorrow is our Dance Fit! Please make sure your child wears tennis shoes so they can safetly dance, dance, dance! We have almost reached our goal! Go to MyBooster.com to sign up and share your link with friends and family.
Please watch the video update of our fundraiser standings. https://youtu.be/S7YeEZLgniI?si=iwhn1Rjg_NUFIP6g
Please watch the video update of our fundraiser standings. https://youtu.be/S7YeEZLgniI?si=iwhn1Rjg_NUFIP6g
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families. Great news.. our 11th generation iPads are in the building! All students will receive their device by the end of the week. Wahoo!
Be on the lookout for parent/teacher conference information from your teacher. Next Thursday and Friday are early release days and parent/teacher conferences. We will begin dismissing car riders at 12:00.
As a school, we have raised $5,600! 🎉 We think we can make it to our goal of $10,000 for Innovative Technologies and Student Incentives to help our school! Tonight’s challenge is…..Top Grade Music Challenge - The grade with the most new pledges by tomorrow will earn music at recess! Mrs. Apperson's class is leading our classroom challenge. I can't wait to see what our amazing families do tonight. Please share your child's link on your social media. MyBooster.com
Be on the lookout for parent/teacher conference information from your teacher. Next Thursday and Friday are early release days and parent/teacher conferences. We will begin dismissing car riders at 12:00.
As a school, we have raised $5,600! 🎉 We think we can make it to our goal of $10,000 for Innovative Technologies and Student Incentives to help our school! Tonight’s challenge is…..Top Grade Music Challenge - The grade with the most new pledges by tomorrow will earn music at recess! Mrs. Apperson's class is leading our classroom challenge. I can't wait to see what our amazing families do tonight. Please share your child's link on your social media. MyBooster.com
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families.
You have almost raised $5,000 for our school, which is half of our goal. AWESOME JOB! We have a few days left to reach our goal of $10,000! Only half of our students have signed up. Go to MyBooster.com to create your account. Share your link with friends and family through Facebook tonight! Let's see how close we can get to our goal. Mrs. Apperson's class is currently in the lead and has won both of our challenges. Let's go Lakers!
You have almost raised $5,000 for our school, which is half of our goal. AWESOME JOB! We have a few days left to reach our goal of $10,000! Only half of our students have signed up. Go to MyBooster.com to create your account. Share your link with friends and family through Facebook tonight! Let's see how close we can get to our goal. Mrs. Apperson's class is currently in the lead and has won both of our challenges. Let's go Lakers!
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families! Here is our Boosterthon update.
As a school, we have raised $4125.00! 🎉 Thank you, parents!
We think we can make it even further to help our school reach our goal of $10,000 with our next challenge: The TOP fundraising class tonight earns a COKE FLOAT PARTY
If you upload a photo to your MyBooster.com page, it makes a custom video, starring your student, that you can share with friends and family
As an additional incentive, the top three student earners will be on the morning show and receive a gift card - 1st place $100.00, 2nd place $50, and 3rd place $25. Let's go Lakers!
As a school, we have raised $4125.00! 🎉 Thank you, parents!
We think we can make it even further to help our school reach our goal of $10,000 with our next challenge: The TOP fundraising class tonight earns a COKE FLOAT PARTY
If you upload a photo to your MyBooster.com page, it makes a custom video, starring your student, that you can share with friends and family
As an additional incentive, the top three student earners will be on the morning show and receive a gift card - 1st place $100.00, 2nd place $50, and 3rd place $25. Let's go Lakers!
Good morning, Lake Park Families. We are looking for two parents to join our Local School Governance Team (LSGT). Please read the information below and email me at trina.bush@docoschools.org if you are interested in joining our team.
LSGT Member Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Attend a 2.5-hour training for new members.
2. Attend monthly meetings. Meetings are held at Lake Park or virtually and last approximately one hour.
3. Serve as a liaison between the school and the community.
4. Help create a culture of mutual respect and collaboration among stakeholders.
A Local School Governance Team acts as a bridge between the school and the community, ensuring community input is considered in decision-making. These teams work to improve student achievement and school operations by providing recommendations to the principal, superintendent, and local board of education on various aspects of school life.
LSGT Member Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Attend a 2.5-hour training for new members.
2. Attend monthly meetings. Meetings are held at Lake Park or virtually and last approximately one hour.
3. Serve as a liaison between the school and the community.
4. Help create a culture of mutual respect and collaboration among stakeholders.
A Local School Governance Team acts as a bridge between the school and the community, ensuring community input is considered in decision-making. These teams work to improve student achievement and school operations by providing recommendations to the principal, superintendent, and local board of education on various aspects of school life.
Fundraiser Update:
As a school, we have raised almost $1,000 🎉! We know we can reach our goal of $10,000 for innovative technology, STEM, and student incentives!
If you’re CURIOUS about the Lake Park Dance Fit program, check out today’s classroom video and make sure you’re signed up at MyBooster.com or on our morning news show at https://www.youtube.com/@WLPEwithDrBush.
Tonight, our challenge is to share your child's Booster link with five friends or family members. If you are donating funds, sharing your page, or volunteering your time, it makes a difference for Lake Park Elementary School. Thank you!
We are ALL IN to make this the best school year ever!
As a school, we have raised almost $1,000 🎉! We know we can reach our goal of $10,000 for innovative technology, STEM, and student incentives!
If you’re CURIOUS about the Lake Park Dance Fit program, check out today’s classroom video and make sure you’re signed up at MyBooster.com or on our morning news show at https://www.youtube.com/@WLPEwithDrBush.
Tonight, our challenge is to share your child's Booster link with five friends or family members. If you are donating funds, sharing your page, or volunteering your time, it makes a difference for Lake Park Elementary School. Thank you!
We are ALL IN to make this the best school year ever!
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families. Here are a couple of updates.
1. Early Release and Parent Teacher Conferences will be on August 28th and 29th. We will begin dismissal at 12:00. Here is a link to our LPE Calendar. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bdi-_v-HlY-_Nhagpb_y8w8Bg5cjDTBV0eQjjzSQLl4/edit?usp=sharing
2. We had a great day kicking off our anual fundraiser. Your child has a lanyard with sign up information for Boosterthon. The next few days are going to be filled with fun as we discover new worlds and work together to raise $10,000 for Innovative Technology and student incentives.Every student will participate in the fun through a character-building program, event day, and school incentives. Here are a few things you can do to help us reach our big goals!
👍 Register your student at MyBooster.com to join the fun. Search for “LAKE PARK.”
💵 Donate and ✉️ share. We are encouraging every family to share their donation page with 10 people.
🎁 Throughout the week, our class will earn fun rewards based on how much we raise on our classroom tracker. When our class earns a reward, this adds some extra awesomeness to our day. I will keep you updated!
🎉 EVDATE: AUG 22, 2025. This is our epic celebration day for LAKE PARK!
1. Early Release and Parent Teacher Conferences will be on August 28th and 29th. We will begin dismissal at 12:00. Here is a link to our LPE Calendar. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bdi-_v-HlY-_Nhagpb_y8w8Bg5cjDTBV0eQjjzSQLl4/edit?usp=sharing
2. We had a great day kicking off our anual fundraiser. Your child has a lanyard with sign up information for Boosterthon. The next few days are going to be filled with fun as we discover new worlds and work together to raise $10,000 for Innovative Technology and student incentives.Every student will participate in the fun through a character-building program, event day, and school incentives. Here are a few things you can do to help us reach our big goals!
👍 Register your student at MyBooster.com to join the fun. Search for “LAKE PARK.”
💵 Donate and ✉️ share. We are encouraging every family to share their donation page with 10 people.
🎁 Throughout the week, our class will earn fun rewards based on how much we raise on our classroom tracker. When our class earns a reward, this adds some extra awesomeness to our day. I will keep you updated!
🎉 EVDATE: AUG 22, 2025. This is our epic celebration day for LAKE PARK!
Good morning, Lake Park Families. We have had a FABULOUS week! Here are a few updates and reminders.
1. Classroom Orientation and PTO are tonight. For your convenience, we offer two sessions of orientation in your child's homeroom teacher's classroom. Session 1 is from 5:00 to 5:30, and Session 2 is from 6:00 to 6:30. Our PTO meeting will take place from 5:30 to 6:00 in the cafeteria. We hope you can join us. There will be an abundance of important information shared this evening.
2. We will have our previous year's LPE t-shirts for sale for $5.00 tonight. If you have not yet purchased this year's class t-shirt, please take an order form and return it tomorrow with $15 in cash.
3. Students cannot be dropped off or picked up in the alley, street, or behind the teacher parking area. Parents must drive through the circular drive or park at 3 Oaks and walk their child to the front door. Parents are not permitted to park in the alley during arrival or dismissal, as the alley is for daycare van drop off and pick up.
4. Have a wonderful Thursday!
1. Classroom Orientation and PTO are tonight. For your convenience, we offer two sessions of orientation in your child's homeroom teacher's classroom. Session 1 is from 5:00 to 5:30, and Session 2 is from 6:00 to 6:30. Our PTO meeting will take place from 5:30 to 6:00 in the cafeteria. We hope you can join us. There will be an abundance of important information shared this evening.
2. We will have our previous year's LPE t-shirts for sale for $5.00 tonight. If you have not yet purchased this year's class t-shirt, please take an order form and return it tomorrow with $15 in cash.
3. Students cannot be dropped off or picked up in the alley, street, or behind the teacher parking area. Parents must drive through the circular drive or park at 3 Oaks and walk their child to the front door. Parents are not permitted to park in the alley during arrival or dismissal, as the alley is for daycare van drop off and pick up.
4. Have a wonderful Thursday!
Good afternoon, Lake Park Families. We have had a great first day of school today. Our students and staff are ALL IN for the best school year ever.
Please review our dismissal procedures before picking up your child. Thank you for your commitment to student safety during dismissal. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SDHQNeMQI-fxk81i_VcZu1Z3Aa7to305/view?usp=drive_link
Your child may report that our building was hot today. The district facilities department is aware and is working with a local company to repair our air conditioning as soon as possible. Large fans were placed in the rooms without air conditioning to keep our little Lakers more comfortable.
Classroom orientation and PTO will be on Thursday, August 7th. Please make arrangements to attend this very important meeting with your teacher. Two orientation sessions are offered to allow families to attend more than one session. Session 1 is from 5:00 to 5:30. The PTO meeting is from 5:30 to 6:00. Session 2 is from 6:00 to 6:30.
Have a GREAT WEEKEND! :)
Please review our dismissal procedures before picking up your child. Thank you for your commitment to student safety during dismissal. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SDHQNeMQI-fxk81i_VcZu1Z3Aa7to305/view?usp=drive_link
Your child may report that our building was hot today. The district facilities department is aware and is working with a local company to repair our air conditioning as soon as possible. Large fans were placed in the rooms without air conditioning to keep our little Lakers more comfortable.
Classroom orientation and PTO will be on Thursday, August 7th. Please make arrangements to attend this very important meeting with your teacher. Two orientation sessions are offered to allow families to attend more than one session. Session 1 is from 5:00 to 5:30. The PTO meeting is from 5:30 to 6:00. Session 2 is from 6:00 to 6:30.
Have a GREAT WEEKEND! :)
Good morning, Lake Park Parents. Tomorrow is the big day! We are All In for a fantastic school year. Here are a few reminders and updates.
1. Students will wear uniforms tomorrow. We are thrilled to see our boys and girls in their sharp new uniforms! Next Friday, students can wear jeans and LPE t-shirts.
2. Students should be in the building by 7:45. They are expected to be in their seats and ready for academics when the tardy bell rings at 8:00.
3. Extended Day will be at Lake Park and is provided by the Albany Recreation & Parks Department. See the flyer for more information.
4. Parents can walk students to their classrooms tomorrow.
5. We are excited to partner with each of you for the BEST SCHOOL YEAR EVER! See you in the morning.
1. Students will wear uniforms tomorrow. We are thrilled to see our boys and girls in their sharp new uniforms! Next Friday, students can wear jeans and LPE t-shirts.
2. Students should be in the building by 7:45. They are expected to be in their seats and ready for academics when the tardy bell rings at 8:00.
3. Extended Day will be at Lake Park and is provided by the Albany Recreation & Parks Department. See the flyer for more information.
4. Parents can walk students to their classrooms tomorrow.
5. We are excited to partner with each of you for the BEST SCHOOL YEAR EVER! See you in the morning.
T-shirts are available for purchase today at Open House. From 3:30-6:30.
Good afternoon, Lake Park Parents. We are counting down the days until school starts!
1. Your child's new teacher will contact you between July 23rd and 25th.
2. Open House is on Tuesday, July 29th from 3:30-6:30.
3. The first day of school is on August 1st. Please have your child at school by 7:45 each morning so they do not miss the morning announcements at 7:50.
4. Breakfast is served daily from 7:15-7:40 at no cost. Students who arrive after 7:40 will not be offered breakfast.
5. Parent Orientation will be on August 7th from 5:00-5:30 or 6:00-6:30. Our PTO kick-off meeting will be from 5:30-6:00.
1. Your child's new teacher will contact you between July 23rd and 25th.
2. Open House is on Tuesday, July 29th from 3:30-6:30.
3. The first day of school is on August 1st. Please have your child at school by 7:45 each morning so they do not miss the morning announcements at 7:50.
4. Breakfast is served daily from 7:15-7:40 at no cost. Students who arrive after 7:40 will not be offered breakfast.
5. Parent Orientation will be on August 7th from 5:00-5:30 or 6:00-6:30. Our PTO kick-off meeting will be from 5:30-6:00.
Good morning, Lake Park Parents. The first day of school is three weeks away! Please see the following information for school supplies and uniforms.
Use this link to access the school supply list: https://bit.ly/46DSWls.
School uniforms are worn Monday through Thursday.
Tops - red, navy, light blue, or white collared shirts
Shorts / Pants - Khaki or navy bottoms (with belt)
Skirts / Skorts - Khaki, navy, or navy and red plaid
Dresses - Khaki or Navy (Solid colors, collared or jumper style)
Lake Park T-shirt and jeans can be worn on Fridays.
Jackets or sweaters worn throughout the day must be in uniform colors.
No hoodies, crocs, or bedroom shoes.
Use this link to access the school supply list: https://bit.ly/46DSWls.
School uniforms are worn Monday through Thursday.
Tops - red, navy, light blue, or white collared shirts
Shorts / Pants - Khaki or navy bottoms (with belt)
Skirts / Skorts - Khaki, navy, or navy and red plaid
Dresses - Khaki or Navy (Solid colors, collared or jumper style)
Lake Park T-shirt and jeans can be worn on Fridays.
Jackets or sweaters worn throughout the day must be in uniform colors.
No hoodies, crocs, or bedroom shoes.
