The mission of Lisbon Central School is to be a resource for ensuring the academic, cultural and social development of community members.
Our school provides an environment which is secure, stimulating and nurturing. The curriculum provides the prerequisite skills for a successful personal and profesional career, delivered by a staff committed to caring and excellence.
Our result is productive members of society who are able to maximize their potential in an ever-changing world.
*The Lisbon Interact Club is raising money to donate to the American Cancer society by creating a wall entitled "Knights Fight Back." For $5 a block, you can buy a block on the wall. Click on the link Knights Fight Back to register to purchase a block.
*Ifyou are interested in purchasing a luminaria for the Relay for Life event or purchasing a "Star and Moon" Card, please see Carol Smith, Rachel Livingston, or Becky Akins. Cost is $5/luminaria and $2/card. Rachel Livingston also donated a queen size quilt to raffle for Relay, cost is $2 per ticket.
Announcements
School Budget Results:
The School Budget results are in and the Budget has been passed.
One hundred and thirty-five voters voted yes while fifty-five voters voted no.
Chef Rick announced this week that Lisbon Central School would like to pack a field trip meal for any student needing that service.
Bag lunch offerings include a: PBJ sandwich, pretzels, apple, Hawaiian Punch drink, and a S'more granola bar.
The cost for each lunch is based on your child's current paying status. The meal would be free for students receiving free meals, 25 cents for students receiving reduced meals, and the regular rate is $1.65 for paid lunches.
Summer Camp at Lisbon Central School is being offered once again this year. For more information, there are applications in both High School and Elementary offices, or contact Laurie Kiah.
Lisbon Central School has chosen to pilot First In Math as an educational website to help children master fundamental and advanced mathematics skills.
The First In Math program activities employ deep practice techniques to rapidly increase computation, problem solving, critical thinking, and essential math basics.
Although content is presented in a "game" format, the skills developed are key to success in higher mathematics. Content ranges from addition to complex algebra. Children using First In Math have shown dramatic increases in their math scores.
Parents, your child has been given a First In Math User ID and Password. If you choose to access the site at home, your child will need a computer with internet access and Flash Player software. (free download).
We ask you to take an active role in supporting your child's education and encourage your child to play a few minutes each day to greatly increase their math skills, as well as their overall academic confidence and performance.
Together let's make a difference in the life of your child!
For Parents of children that are outside of this pilot series, that wish to learn more, please click on the link http://www.explore.firstinmath.com
There are both college and high school course offerings available through distance learning next year.Registration forms will be available in the Guidance Office in May and are required by June 1st for any student planning to take a college course.The cost of college courses for the 2013-14 school year has not yet been announced by Canton College; a letter will be mailed to parents of all juniors with more specifics.Possible college courses include: Approaches to Literature; Expository Writing; Introduction to Government & Politics; Macroeconomics; Introductory Psychology; Introduction to Sociology; Introduction to Criminal Justice; and Criminal Law.High School offerings, which are always free of charge, may include: AP Calculus, AP European or US History, Accounting, Marketing, various Business/Multimedia/Desktop Publishing courses, and SAT Prep (Feb-May after school from 3-4 pm, on Tues/Thurs).
Students needing to attend summer school will be notified by mail a few days after school ends. Regional summer school for grades 7-12 is available at Ogdensburg Free Academy. Summer school traditionally runs from early July through mid-August. Attendance is crucial for success in summer school. Parents are responsible for transporting their child(ren) to and from summer school, but there is no cost to the family for the classes. Further information pertaining to summer school will be available for pick up in the Guidance Office in early-to-mid-June. Registration is available by calling Lisbon Central School and speaking with Mrs. Barney or Mrs. Putman in the Guidance Office.
Students that participate in this program will get a high quality pre-school experience that meets the NYS Learning Standards and helps to prepare them for future school success by developing strong foundational skills in early literacy and numeracy.
Children that turn 4 on or before December 1st are eligible for this program. Transportation to and from the program will be provided for children that are 4 years old. Parents will need to make transportation arrangements for their child if they are 3 years old until their 4th birthday. The hours of operation are 8:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Breakfast will be served to the a.m. group and lunch will be served to the p.m. group.
The Universal Prekindergarten program will follow the school calendar. If you have additional questions about the program, feel free to contact Erin E. Woods, Superintendent at 393-4951.
