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Charelle Lovett, Principal

Main Office: 919-290-2333

Bell Schedule: 9:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Grades 3-5 students dancing at the Sneaker Ball.
Penguin Press

Dear Laurel Park Families,
A friendly reminder to all families dropping off students by car: please use the carpool loop for student drop-off. Do not park in the visitor parking lot and walk students into the building, as we have a large group of students crossing through that area each morning to enter the school. If you need to park, use the main parking lot instead. Thank you for helping us keep all students safe during arrival.

It is one of the busiest and most exciting times of the year as we begin to wrap up another wonderful year at Laurel Park! We voted in our new PTA Board members, who will begin serving on July 1. At the same time, we recognize and thank Tracy Zimmermann, Julie Neild, and Lauren Field, current 5th-grade parents and PTA board members, as they transition with their children to middle school. We are incredibly grateful for the many parents who volunteer their time to plan events, coordinate annual programs, support student clubs, and help strengthen our school community. As always, we are looking for volunteers to help keep these programs going. Be sure to check out the micro and mini volunteer opportunities available for the 2026–27 school year.

Dr. Thompson and Ms. Benner planned a wonderful Art & Music Showcase, where student talent was on display as families enjoyed the crisp sounds of recorders while also walking the halls to admire student artwork displayed throughout the building. Later in the week, our students had an amazing time dancing the late afternoon away at the Sneaker Ball!

This past week, Track 1 students worked hard during EOG testing, and a small group of students will continue testing this upcoming week. We are proud of the effort and perseverance our students have shown.

Looking ahead, we are excited to celebrate former LPES students graduating from high school on Wednesday afternoon while also welcoming our newest penguins during Rising Kindergarten Orientation that evening. Tracks 3 and 4 will enjoy Field Day on Thursday, and on June 2, we will say farewell to our Track 1 students as they complete their final day of the school year.

Thank you for your continued support of our Laurel Park community!

Respectfully, 

Charelle Lovett, Principal
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Upcoming Events / Important Dates (Community Calendar)

 

Tr. 3 & 4 Field Day is May 28

Our Field Day is always a highlight of the school year, filled with fun, games, and lots of outdoor activities (your child will get wet). Students need to bring a change of clothes, a towel, and a water bottle (labeled with their name).

At the end of Field Day, each student will receive a refreshing ice pop to cool down and celebrate a fun day of activity. For students with dietary restrictions or who need an alternative, we will have DeeBee's Organics available.

Volunteer spots are still available! If you are interested in helping out, please visit our SignUpGenius to claim a spot. Please note that Field Day is not a spectator event, and we kindly ask that only registered volunteers plan to attend. To help us keep the event safe and focused for all students, we also ask that younger siblings stay at home.

PTA Seeking Volunteers

The LPES PTA has a vibrant community of volunteers, but they need your help! There is a place for everyone -- whether you have a few hours a month or the capacity to take on a larger project. Click the link to learn more about available micro and mini volunteer roles that are available. The PTA wants to continue to offer fun events for families, and they cannot do that without volunteer support!

Missed purchasing a yearbook?

The PTA has some extra 2025-26 yearbooks for purchase if you missed the March deadline. Use the correct link to order, and the yearbook will be delivered to your child's classroom. 

Grades PreK-4 Yearbook Order
Grade 5 Yearbook Order

5th-grade Moving Up Ceremony

Our 5th-grade moving up ceremonies are quickly approaching! We will celebrate our 5th-graders on Tuesday, June 2 (Track 1) and Friday, June 26 (Tracks 3 and 4) at 11 am. Cafeteria doors in the courtyard open at 10:30 am. For families who want their younger LPES child(ren) to attend, go to the Front Entrance to check out your child from their classroom. The receptionist will have your younger child(ren) meet you in the cafeteria/gym for the ceremony. 

We are still seeking volunteers to help with setting up, serving cupcakes, and cleaning up after the ceremony. If you are available, please sign up here.

Join the Safety Patrol Team for the 26-27 School Year!

Are you a responsible and dependable rising 4th or 5th grader who wants to make a difference at our school? Safety Patrol members help keep our kindergarteners, carpool areas, and bus riders safe while showing leadership and kindness. It’s a great way to build responsibility, teamwork, and school pride. If you’re ready to be a role model and help others, read this information to learn how you can become part of our Safety Patrol team! The deadline to apply is June 5th. Please reach out to Sara Viola (sviola@wcpss.net) and Laura Benner (lbenner@wcpss.net) if you have any questions.

The 26-27 Garden Club has openings!

The Garden Club is seeking new students to join them next school year. Interested in your child participating in the monthly meetings? Contact club coordinators at lpesgardenclub@gmail.com.

Laurel Park Monthly Character Strength

In May, we will focus on Self-Discipline: You control your actions and make good choices, even when it’s hard.

Ways to Support our Families & Community

We continue to add non-perishable food items to our Lucky's Community Pantry near the school's front entrance. Have items to donate? Please bring them to the front office or place them in the pantry.

Purposity is a new platform for WCPSS that allows our school team to share the real, immediate needs of students and families in our community. Families and staff can scroll through a list of posted needs, choose one they feel connected to, and meet it in just a few clicks. 

Friendly Family Reminders

  • Smartwatches and Cell Phones: The only electronic device students should bring to school is the district-issued Chromebook. Personal technology (e.g., smartwatches, cell phones) should be turned off during school hours. Parents can call the front office to relay a message to their child.
  • Grades 3-5 Chromebooks: Students are expected to bring their charged Chromebooks to school daily. These are not only used for classwork but also for district and statewide testing that occurs throughout the school year.
  • Extra Clothing: We ask all students to have an extra set of clothes at school in case something happens. (We have limited clothes and undergarments in the office.) Please check to ensure the school set is weather-appropriate and still fits.
  • Become a WCPSS-approved Volunteer (must be completed annually)
  • Arriving Late / Leaving Early: Students who arrive at school after 9:15 AM must be signed in by the parent/guardian via the QR code on the front door. Early check-out ends at 3:15 pm. 

2026-27 Laurel Park Information

July 1st marks the start of the 2026-27 school year, and it is just around the corner! Families in grades 1-5 will receive their child's teacher assignment on Tuesday, June 30. Once teachers are assigned, no class change will be made. Kindergarten families will receive their teacher assignment after staggered entry. See the information below to assist you with preparing for the next school year.

Rising Kindergarten Orientation

Our youngest students and their families can join us on Wednesday, May 27, 6-7 pm, in the Laurel Park gym for our rising Kindergarten Orientation. Our kinder teachers will share important information before families have an opportunity to ask questions, and speak with a representative from Taylor Family YMCA and LPES PTA.

Buy School Supplies through Sprout

Our PTA partners with Sprout School Supplies to make school supply buying easier for families. Instead of purchasing individual supplies, families can purchase a supply kit specific to their child's grade level that is shipped directly to the school in time for the start of the school year. To order, go to sproutsupplies.com and enter the school code LPES001. Order by June 9!

Rising Kindergarten Playdate is June 13

Our rising kindergarten families are invited to meet each other for a playdate! Swing by Laurel Park's playground on Saturday, June 13, from 10 am to 11:30 am, while kids play and adults talk and possibly schedule some other meet-ups. 

School Supply Lists

Check out the school lists on our website for grades K-5, including students in ECS. Any family needing support with purchasing school supplies, please contact our social worker, Tessa Barrans, at tbarrans@wcpss.net. 

Meet the Teacher / Supply Drop Off

Students in Grades 1-5 will meet their teacher and drop off their school supplies on Monday, July 6th (Tracks 1 & 3), 2:00-3:30 pm, and Wednesday, July 29th (Track 4), 4:30-5:15 pm. Kindergartners will attend school one day during the first week of school, and attend a Meet the Teacher on July 13th (Tracks 1 & 3) or August 5th (Track 4), 11:00 am-12 pm. 

Laurel Park PTA Information (lpespta.org)

Join the PTA

Laurel Park has an active PTA that serves as our primary parent-teacher organization. Advocating for public schools and sound instruction is the PTA's priority in supporting the school with clubs, coordinating school events, beautification, playground enhancements, teacher planning days, and instructional resources. PTA members will receive a 10% discount on all spirit wear opportunities.