Principal's Message

Hello from Dr. Lockhart :

Hi Star Lake Families!

Happy New Year, families! Welcome back! I hope your winter break was filled with joy, relaxation, and quality time together. As we settle back into our school routines, our primary focus for these first few weeks of January is ensuring our students are well-rested and ready to shine.

This is a significant month for our scholars as we begin our iReady and mClass benchmark assessments. These evaluations are vital tools that help our teachers understand exactly where each child is in their learning journey. The results directly inform how we form our reading and math small groups, allowing us to provide the personalized instruction and support your child needs to succeed. To help them do their best, we encourage a consistent "early to bed" routine this month. A good night’s sleep is the best fuel for a focused mind!

• mClass Early Literacy & Reading helps us place students in the right reading intervention or enrichment groups.

• iReady Math & Reading identifies specific skills students have mastered and where they need more practice in the new year.

Warmly,

Dr. Lockhart

Star Lake Elementary Principal