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August Events |
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September Events |
 Andrea Castro, 2nd grade student in Ms. Davis’ class drew a beautiful lion in reference to a Language Arts lesson on making sentences about the circus. The class was able to make sentences about the lion. |
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Stepping Into Fall! |
 Beautiful art drawings done by various students in Ms. Runnels' art class. |
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October Events |
 3rd grade students made many beautiful Solar System, rocket, and astronaut projects in the new wing! |
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The Tigua Indians of Texas |
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In Ms. McConnell’s Social Studies class, 5th grade students learned about different Pueblo Indian tribes. The students studied Tigua Indians of Texas. The Tigua Indians are the only Puebloan tribe still in Texas.
The Tigua are the only Puebloan tribe still in Texas. The Pueblos are a number of different Indian tribes who lived in the southwest. The southwest includes far west Texas, New Mexico, Arizona with bits of southern Colorado and Utah. All these different Puebloan tribes shared similar ways of living, even though they spoke different languages and had slightly different cultures. Other Puebloan tribes in Texas include the long gone prehistoric Pueblos along the Canadian River in the Texas Panhandle and probably the Jumano.
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The Tigua Indians |
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More Tigua Indians |
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We Can Grow Plants Too! |
 Pre- Kindergarten students participated in an exciting Science experiment by planting a seed to watch the growth of the plant and record the observations on the poster. |
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Employee Of The Month! |
 Congratulations to the Lakewood custodian Michael Andrews of being named District Employee of the Month for October! |
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Parent Of The Month! |
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Congratulations to the Lakewood PTA President Rosalinda Pena of being named District Parent of the Month for October! |
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November Events |
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Employee Of The Month! |
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Congratulations to the Lakewood 1st grade teacher, Michael Lo of being named Lakewood Employee of the Month for November! |
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December Events |
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 Larrisha Hicks (3rd grade student) in Mrs. Roberts class won the best Christmas card design contest selected by Region IV Education Center for the month of December. Congratulations to Larrisha Hicks and Ms. Runnels (art teacher) for the hard work! |
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Christmas Card Design! |
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Wonderful Christmas Drawings! |
 Beautiful art drawings done by various students in Ms. Runnels' art class. |
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Christmas Activities Done By 3rd Grade Students! |
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Christmas Activities Done By Kindergarten Students! |
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Brochures! |
 5th grade students in Ms. Jolly’s class made brochures that describe the interesting facts about different countries. |
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Notable Characters! |
 5th grade students in Ms. McConnell’s class did project displays on notable characters (Civil Rights and Political activitists) such as Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Oprah Winfrey, Bill Clinton, and much more!
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Comanche Shields |
 4th grade students in Ms. Johnson’s class studied Comanches (Early Texas Indian tribe) in Social Studies. The students made Comanche shields. When Comanches rode off to hunt, they usually carried shields made of buffalo hide cured in smoke. These shields were very tough and could easily deflect a misfired arrow. |
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Campus Spelling Bee Winners! |
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Congratulations to the following campus Spelling Bee winners (Elimination Round) from December 6th-7th, 2006!
First Grade:
Jonathan Meza- Ms. Liu
Leonel Barreto- Ms. Chadha
Second Grade:
Kiara Campos- Ms. Ammons
Emiliano Zapata- Ms. Hale
Third Grade:
Jose Torres- Ms. Montano
Denise Galvan- Ms. Parasher
Fourth Grade:
Modesty Jeffery- Ms. Johnson
Angela Sanchez- Ms. Noel
Fifth Grade:
Nia Matthews- Ms. Hagger
Kassandra Obregon- Ms. Chowdry
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January Events |
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Employee Of The Month! |
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Congratulations to Ms. Runnels of being named Employee of the Month for January! |
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Campus Spelling Bee Final Winners! |
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Congratulations to the following campus Spelling Bee winners (Final Round) on January 10th, 2007!
Primary Division
Winner:
Jonathan Meza- Ms. Liu
Alternate:
Kiara Campos- Ms. Ammons
Senior Division
Winner:
Nia Matthews- Ms. Hagger
Alternate:
Kassandra Obregon- Ms. Chowdry
These students will compete for the District Level Spelling Bee on February 23rd, 2007.
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Draw The Law Contest |
 Missouri City Chapter of the Links, Inc. recently held their 2nd annual student visual art contest titled “DRAW THE LAW” on January 18th, 2007. 3rd grade student Antwan Davis won 3rd place in the contest. 3rd grade student Jennifer Munoz also received recognition in the contest. Congratulations to the art teacher, Ms. Runnels and the students for their hard work!
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Kid's Day Money Show |
 12 CASE (after school program) students went to George R Brown Convention Center on January 27th, 2007 to compete for the Kid’s Day Money Show as well as learning about the money around the world. With the help of Ms. Gabriel (Lakewood CASE coordinator) and the CASE students, the Lakewood Elementary School Coin won 1st place in the competition. Congratulations to Ms. Gabriel (ESL Pull-Out teacher), Ms. Slaughter (Science Coach), Ms. Alvarado (2nd grade teacher), Mr. Purvis (Principal), Jasmine Fontenot, Odalys Magarin, Tania Magarin, Myles Martin, Nia Matthews, Kassandra Obregon, Miqueas Portillo, Priscila Portillo, Christopher Rivas, Desirea Stevenson, Jose Luis Torres, and Denzel Walker (CASE students) for their hard effort into designing the coin!
The front side of the School Coin
Our school is Lakewood Elementary, located in the northeast section of Harris County. Built in 1962 on a four and a half acres of scenic property, it is one of the elementary schools of the North Forest Independent School District.
At the center of the coin is our school mascot - the lion, an animal known for its majesty, courage, and bravery. At Lakewood, we are just like lions, majestic in our confidence that with the quality of education the school and the staff are offering, we will have the courage and the bravery to face the challenges that life presents in the future.
The flip side of the School Coin
The map of Texas represents that Lakewood Elementary is an integral part of the State of Texas in its quest for a better future through quality education.
A picture of children of different races joined in hands as they embrace the world represents unity in diversity, which is much celebrated in our school. The ethnicity of Lakewood’s population is 57% Hispanic, 42% African American, and 1% other races.
The books represent the focus we have in school, directing our experiences and preparing us to develop academic and behavioral skills, which will enable us to achieve excellence in performance.
The computer and microscope represent our adherence to science and technology, to reach excellence by developing the essential scientific and technological skills at our maximum learning potential.
The paw prints represent our marks as we aim high to meet the mandated state standards for excellent education.
Our campus slogan is “Whatever it Takes, We Educate!” However difficult the path may be, we will get the education we so deserve.
Our school spirit colors are purple and gold. Purple symbolizes royalty whereas gold symbolizes richness in values and goodness. At Lakewood, we are the kings’ children and are taught and molded to be good citizens, rich in values and goodness. We are valued and won’t be left behind.
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Are They Real Money? |
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Mr. Purvis, I Want To See The Money Too! |
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February Events |
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Employee Of The Month! |
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Congratulations to Mrs. Bernal of being named Employee of the Month for February! |
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District Science Fair |
 Lakewood Elementary School won 2nd place in the Pre-K to 2nd grades division in the North Forest ISD Science Fair competition from February 1st-2nd, 2007 at Hilliard Elementary School. Overall, Lakewood Elementary School won 6th place in the competition. |
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 H2O means water! |
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District Spelling Bee! |
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Congratulations to the following district Spelling Bee winners on February 28th, 2007 at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School!
Primary Division
4th place
Jonathan Meza- Ms. Liu’s 1st grade class.
Jonathan competed with 2nd grade students in the district.
Alternate:
6th place
Kiara Campos- Ms. Ammons’ 2nd grade class.
Senior Division
2nd place
Nia Matthews- Ms. Hagger’s 5th grade class.
Nia competed among 7th & 8th grade students in the district. She will be an Alternative for the Houston Chronicle Spelling Bee competition.
Alternate:
8th place
Kassandra Obregon- Ms. Chowdry’s 5th grade class.
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March Events |
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Employee Of The Month! |
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Congratulations to Ms. Muwwakkil of being named Employee of the Month for March! |
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Parent Of The Month! |
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Congratulations to Inocencia Chavez of being named Parent of the Month for March! |
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Houston Livestock Show And Rodeo! |
 Students done many beautiful drawings for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo from February 27th-March 18th, 2007! |
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Imagination! |
 3rd grade students wrote essays imagine of what it would be like to be anything in the world. |
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Butterfly |
 3rd grade students learned the life cycle of a butterfly. |
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Floor Plans |
 As part of a measuring lesson, 3rd grade students in Mrs. Roberts’ class made floor plans of their houses during the Spring Break. |
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We Know Our Shapes! |
 Pre-K students in Mrs. Flim’s class learned about the shapes. |
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Oops! We Did It Again! |
 Congratulations! The Lakewood Primary Dancers participated in The Power Dance National Championship that was held at Moody Garden in Galveston, Texas from March 9th-11th, 2007. The dance team placed 1st in the Hip Hop Dance Division. The dance team received a huge National Champion Power Dance trophy, a satin National Champion banner, custom gold medals, National Champion backpacks, and a National Champion jacket for each team member. The dancers also received a plaque with a special invitation to participate in The National Champions Final Destination Championship that will be held in Baltimore, Maryland from May 4th-6th, 2007. The team members are: Tatyana Toliver (2nd grader in Ms. Ammons’ class), Arriya Garrett (2nd grader in Ms. Ammons’ class), Diamond Jones (2nd grader in Ms. Ammons’ class), Kassie Dickerson (2nd grader in Mrs. Hale’s class), Allison Gardner (2nd grader in Ms. Craft’s class), and Chandler Roberts (1st grader in Mrs. Fisher’s class). The coach is Ms. Cassandra Templeton (5th grade teacher). |
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April Events |
 3rd grade students in Mrs. Roberts class display the meaning of "friendship". |
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Writer's Wall |
 Kindergarten students in Mrs. McCasland's class display their wonderful writings on the wall. |
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2 and 3 Dimensional Shapes |
 4th grade students in Ms. Johnson's class made many beautiful 2 and 3 dimensional shape projects! |
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T-Shirt Design Contest! |
 Abram Calderon was a finalist in the Water Conservation T-Shirt Design Contest sponsored by the City of Houston in April. Congratulations to the student and the Art teacher, Ms. Runnels for their dedication and hard work! |
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Teacher Of The Year 2007-2008! |
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Congratulations to 3rd grade teacher, Mrs. Shuandra Roberts selected as the Lakewood Teacher of the Year for 2007-2008 on April 11th, 2007! |
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Employee of the Month! |
 Congratulations to the ESL Pull-Out teacher Ms. Gabriel for being chosen as the North Forest ISD District Employee of the Month for April!
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Parent of the Month! |
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Congratulations to Mrs. Katherine Martin (math tutor at Lakewood) for being chosen as the Lakewood Parent of the Month for April!
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"Being The Mother Of A Black Child" |
 2nd grade student Tatyana Toliver in Mrs. Ammons’ class won 2nd place when she made a speech titled "Being The Mother Of A Black Child" at the North Forest ISD Talent Show in Forest Brook High School on April 27th, 2007. Good job Tatyana! |
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May Events |
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Congratulations to the parent Ruby Roane for being chosen as the Lakewood Parent of the Month for May!
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Teacher of the Month! |
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Congratulationsto the 5th grade teacher, Ms. Templeton for being chosen as the Lakewood Teacher of the Month for May!
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Reading Rodeo! |
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Students from 1st to 2nd grades won 1st place and 3rd place trophies from the Reading Rodeo competition at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School on May 4th, 2007!
1st grade has won the 1st place for the “Dramatic Reading” category sponsored by the 1st grade teacher, Ms. Liu. The participants were Yvan Mfinyom, Sherrise Johnson, Marlenne Palacios, and Nydea Ortega. |
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1st grade has also won the 3rd place for the “Story Time Comes Alive” category sponsored by the 1st grade teacher, Ms. Demoss. The participants were Larry Hicks, Lucy Magana, Alus Rodriguez, Jose Garza, Jonathan Meza, Ismael Mendez, and Jacinta Bryant. |
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2nd grade has won the 1st place for the “Storytelling” category sponsored by the 5th grade teacher, Ms. Templeton. The participant was Tatyana Toliver. Congratulations again to all the students and the teachers for their hard work! |
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Kindergarten Spelling Bee |
 Congratulations to the Kindergarten student Nathan Wright (Ms. Coleman's class) that won 4th place at the North Forest ISD Kindergarten Spelling Bee competition on May 4th, 2007! |
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Fast On Facts |
 Congratulations to the 1st grade students that won 1st place at the North Forest ISD Fast on Facts Math competition on May 11th, 2007! The team members are: Larry Hicks (1st grader in Ms. Demoss’ class), Nydea Ortega (1st grader in Mrs. Fisher's class), Marlene Palacios (1st grader in Mrs. Fisher's class), and Jonathan Meza (1st grader in Ms. Liu’s class). |
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 Congratulations to the 4th grade student Joseph Flores (Mrs. Noel's class) that also won 1st place at the North Forest ISD Fast on Facts Math competition on May 11th, 2007! |
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The Results Are In! |
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Exceptional classes in Resource did very well on the SDAAII tests in April.
Math- 97%
Reading- 100%
Writing- 100%
Congratulations to Mrs. Land and Mrs. Marshall for the hard work they had put in to prepare the sudents for the tests! |
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Celebration of Excellence Gala |
 At the Celebration of Excellence Gala on May 19th, 2007, 2007-2008 Lakewood Teacher of the Year Mrs. Roberts received gifts from the Assistant Principal, Mrs. Davis.
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5 Years Service Pin! |
 Lakewood international teachers, Mrs. Francis (Reading Intervention teacher), and Mrs. Roberts (3rd grade teacher) received their service pins for working 5 years at the district. |
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30 Years Service Pin! |
 Mrs. Vaughn (the one in purple), the counselor received her service pin for working 30 years at the district. |
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35 Years Service Pin! |
 Mrs. Gray, the custodian received her service pin for working 35 years at the district. |
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Principal's Day! |
 Lakewood students enjoyed an afternoon of wetness and fun on May 22nd, 2007 in recognition for their perfect scores on the TAKS tests, made Principal’s List (straight As), won in Fast on Facts competition, and showed good characters throughout the year. |
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Running Through! |
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