LABCS Weekly Newsletter
5-2-26
RESPECT yourself, others, and our school.
Be RESPONSIBLE for yourself, your actions, and the learning environment.
Have a growth mindset and practice PERSEVERANCE.
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State Testing - Grades 4 and 6 - Science
5/4/2026
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No Monday Dress Theme Due to State Testing
5/4/2026
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PTA Pizza - Pre-Orders Due
5/4/2026
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LABCS Board Meeting - Virtual
5/4/2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
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State Testing - Grades 6-8 - Reading
5/5/2026
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PTA Pizza Day - Pre-Orders Only
5/6/2026
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State Testing - Grades 6-8 - Math
5/6/2026
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State Testing - Grades 6-8 - Writing
5/7/2026
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$1 Dress Down and/or $1 Hat Day (no pajamas; no leggings unless a dress, skirt, skort, or jumper is over them)
5/8/2026
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State Testing - Make Up Days
5/8/2026
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No Monday Dress Theme Due to State Testing
5/11/2026
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State Testing - Make Up Days
5/11/2026
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State Testing - Make Up Days
5/12/2026
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Chick-fil-A Biscuits - Pre-Orders Due
5/12/2026
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State Testing - Make Up Days
5/13/2026
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State Testing - Make Up Days
5/14/2026
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PTA End-of-Year Party
5/14/2026, 4:30 PM – 6 PM
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
2465 Laurens Rd Greenville, SC 29607
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$1 Dress Down and/or $1 Hat Day (no pajamas; no leggings unless a dress, skirt, skort, or jumper is over them)
5/15/2026
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Chick-fil-A Biscuits - Pre-Orders Only
5/15/2026
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High School Senior Clap-Out Breakfast
5/15/2026, 8:30 AM – 9 AM
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High School Senior Clap-Out
5/15/2026, 9 AM – 9:30 AM
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Talent Show
5/15/2026, 12:45 PM – 2:45 PM
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Dyslexia Tidbit
Summer Activities at Home
Why Summer Matters
- Build confidence without school pressure
- Prevent loss of reading skills
- Encourage a love of learning
Keep Reading Fun (10–20 minutes a day!)
- Listen to audiobooks while following along in a book
- Read comics, graphic novels, or magazines
- Take turns reading (you read, then your child reads)
- Read real-life text like recipes, menus, or signs
Tip: Let your child choose what they read!
Make Writing Stress-Free
- Draw pictures and write simple labels or captions
- Keep a short summer journal
- Let your child tell a story while you write it
- Use speech-to-text tools
Tip: Focus on ideas, not spelling perfection
Learn Through Play & Movement
- Write words in chalk, sand, or shaving cream
- Build words with magnetic letters or Play-Doh
- Clap or tap out syllables
- Create a hopscotch spelling game
Tip: Movement helps memory
Everyday Learning Counts
- Cook together (reading recipes & measuring)
- Visit parks, museums, or the library
- Keep a nature journal
- Play board games that involve reading
Tip: Learning doesn’t have to feel like school
Build Confidence First
- Praise effort over accuracy
- Keep activities short and positive
- Take breaks when needed
- Celebrate small wins
Tip: Confidence grows when kids feel successful
Remember: A little each day goes a long way!
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Thank you:
- to Indigo Pediatric Dentistry for the goodies for the faculty/staff!
We apologize in advance to anyone accidentally left off. |
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Senior Class of 2026 Cap and Gown Clap Out
We will be celebrating all Lakes & Bridges 8th grade graduates who are graduating high school this year!
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Orton-Gillingham Associate Level Training - June 1-12, 2026
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OG Classroom Educator Training - June 15-19, 2026
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A Note from the Principal
Ms. Heidi Bishop
Due to the lack of funding available at this time from the state and/or federal programs, we will not be able to offer Summer Enrichment Camps like we have the last two summers, outside of the state-funded R2S (Read to Succeed) Summer Reading Camp. We apologize for this inconvenience, especially because we know how beneficial it was toward maintaining student achievement through the summer and not contributing to the "summer slide."
A Note from the Front Office
Mrs. Kelly Disbrow
End-of-Year Attendance
Please remember to send an excuse when your child is absent. This can be a parent note or a doctor's note. If your child has been absent more than 10 days the excuse must be from a doctor.
A Note from the School Nurse
Nurse Dava House
Students are not allowed to carry ANY medication (prescription or over-the-counter) on their person without physician permission, parent/guardian permission, and school permission to self-administer and self-monitor (SC Law S144). The ONLY medications that can be in a student’s possession (with proper authorization) are for asthma, diabetes, and severe allergic reactions. Other than those medications, all medications will be maintained in the health room. Medications that are state-approved for self-administering/monitoring are inhalers, insulin, and Epi-Pens for 4th graders and up. These medications must be authorized by the physician and the school administration/ nurse before being sent with the student.
Please help us keep all students safe by following the medication policy found in the handbook and copied below. If you have any questions, please reach out to Nurse Dava at [email protected] or 864-671-6265.
A Note from the Testing Coordinator
Mrs. Wendye Henderson
Below are the remaining testing dates for state testing. Please refrain from scheduling any appointments or vacations during this time.
To access the LABCS State Testing Policy, click here.
State Testing
- Monday, May 4 - Science (grades 4 and 6)
- Tuesday, May 5 - Reading (grades 6-8)
- Wednesday, May 6 - Math (grades 6-8)
- Thursday, May 7 - Writing (grades 6-8)
- Friday, May 8-Thursday, May 14 - Make-Up Testing (grades 3-8)
A Note from the Reading Coach
Mrs. Jessica Hudson
Students who plan to attend one of the Reading All-Stars Greenville Drive games in May, their parent/guardian has a chance to sign their child up to participate in game experiences. When completing this form for that opportunity, please select Pickens County as the school district your child is participating in.
A Note from the Yearbook Coordinator
Ms. Stephanie Phifer
Yearbook Distribution Day will be Monday, May 18th. We have some extras for $28. These will be first-come, first-served. If you are unsure if you've already ordered a yearbook, please email Ms. Phifer at [email protected].
A Note from the Talent Show Committee
Mrs. Stephanie Phifer, Mr. Andrew Elkins, Mrs. Endia Jones
If your child has registered for the Talent Show, please click the following link to sign up for a day to stay after school and practice with the Talent Show Committee. All students participating in the Talent Show are required to stay after at least one day.
Talent Show Practice Sign Up
A Note from the PTA
Mrs. Gwinn O'Shields, President
Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4–8)
Join us as we celebrate our amazing teachers with a fun 90s-themed week! Students are invited to participate each day with simple ways to show love and appreciation, from notes and treats to shoutouts and smiles. Check out the flyer for daily ideas, and let’s make our teachers feel extra special!
Last Pizza Day – May 13
Don’t forget, our final Pizza Day of the school year is coming up! Be sure to submit all pre-orders by May 11 at midnight.
End-of-Year Jumps Party – May 14
We’re celebrating the end of the school year with a Jumps Party from 4:30–6:00 PM! Be sure to sign your student up if they plan to attend.
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