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Category: Elementary News

The Elementary School’s 2021-22 student supply lists are available here!

Ready for some back-to-school shopping?

Here’s what Liberty’s Elementary students will need for the 2021-22 school year:

Pre-K | Kindergarten | Grade 1 | Grade 2 | Grade 3 | Grade 4

Pre-K

Full Day

  • Change of clothes (shirt, pants, underwear, socks, sneakers), labeled with child’s name in sealed bag
  • Backpack (regular size, not a small one)
  • 3 two-pocket plastic folders (paper folders tear easily)
  • Elmer’s washable glue sticks, 4-pack
  • Elmer’s glue, 1 bottle
  • Last Name (A-M): Box of gallon size storage bags with zip-lock
  • Last Name (N-Z): Box of quart size storage bags with zip-lock
  • Crayola fat washable classic colors markers, 8-pack
  • Crayola crayons, 24-pack
  • Play-Doh, 4-pack
  • Small pillow, small stuffed animal and small blanket for rest time (We have no room for large items)

Half Day

  • Change of clothes (shirt, pants, underwear, socks, sneakers), labeled with child’s name in sealed bag
  • Backpack (regular size, not a small one)
  • 3 two-pocket plastic folders (paper folders tear easily)
  • Elmer’s washable glue sticks, 2-pack
  • Elmer’s glue, 1 bottle
  • AM Students: Box of gallon size storage bags with zip-lock
  • PM Students: Box of quart size storage bags with zip-lock
  • Crayola fat washable classic colors markers, 8-pack
  • Crayola crayons, 24-pack or fewer
  • Play-Doh, 4-pack

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Kindergarten

  • Book bag or back pack, labeled with student’s name
  • Set of clothes and sneakers for Physical Education class
  • Plastic crayon box labeled with student’s name
  • Headphones
  • 3 boxes of 24 crayons (Crayola preferred)
  • Glue sticks, 15 (Will need to be replenished throughout the school year)
  • Marble composition notebooks, 3
  • 3 packages of 24 pencils (Ticonderoga preferred)
  • Play-Doh, 4-pack, any color
  • 3 two-pocket folders
  • Scissors
  • EXPO markers, 3 packages
  • Last Name (A-M): 1 box of gallon size Ziploc bags; 1 package of paper plates, and l box of tissues
  • Last Name (N-Z): 1 box of sandwich bags;  18oz package of plastic cups and 1 package baby wipes

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Grade 1

  • Book Bag or backpack labeled with child’s name
  • 3 durable pocket folders (1 red, 1 green, and 1 blue. Do not put names of these folders)
  • Pocket folder of student’s choice (Put name on this folder. This is the homework folder to go to and from school daily)
  • Yellow pencils, 2 packages (Ticonderoga preferred, already sharpened)
  • Large pink erasers, 2
  • Crayons, 2 boxes (no more than 24/box)
  • Black and white marble composition notebooks, 2 (Put name on 1 notebook to go to and from school daily)
  • 4 fine-point black  Expo dry-erase markers
  • Washable markers, 8
  • Elmers purple glue sticks, 10
  • Kids’ blunt tip scissors
  • Durable pencil box
  • Handheld pencil sharpener with shaving catcher
  • Headphones for personal use
  • Tissues, 2 large boxes
  • 1 box of quart, gallon or jumbo Ziploc bags
  • Hand sanitizer, 1 container
  • Disinfectant wipes, 1 package

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    Grade 1 supplies to keep at home

    • Crayons
    • Glue sticks
    • Pencils
    • Erasers
    • Scissors
    • Ruler (with centimeters and inches)

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    Grade 2

    • Red plastic folder
    • Blue plastic folder
    • Green plastic folder
    • 1 pocket folder of student’s choice for homework
    • Composition notebooks, 3
    • Ticonderoga pencils, 2 packages
    • Pencil box
    • Personal pencil sharpener (one that catches shavings)
    • 3×5 index cards
    • Colored pencils
    • Large pink erasers, 2
    • Book bag or back pack labeled with child’s name
    • 3×3″ Post It notes, 4-pack
    • Crayons, 2 boxes (no more than 24/box)
    • Hand sanitizer, small bottle
    • Personal water bottle
    • 3 packs of at least 4 thin black Expo dry erase markers
    • Glue sticks, 12
    • Tissues, 2 boxes
    • Girls: Quart sized Ziploc bags
    • Boys: Gallon sized Ziploc bags
    • Headphones for iPads
    • Scissors

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    Grade 3

    • Headphones
    • Marble composition notebooks, 4
    • Pencil case/tool box
    • Pencils (Ticonderoga are best!)
    • Pencil top erasers or the rectagular ones, 1 package
    • 4 two-pocket folders (1 blue, 1 red, 1 purple, 1 free choice)
    • Crayola colored pencils or crayons, 1 small box
    • Glue sticks (2-3)
    • Post It Notes (3″x3″), 1 large pack
    • Scissors
    • Tissues, 2 boxes
    • Dry erase markers, 2 packages
    • Highlighters (2-3)

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    Grade 4

    • Crayola colored pencils or crayons, 1 package
    • Pencil pouch or box
    • Pencils, 24 (Ticonderoga are best!)
    • Marble composition notebooks, 5
    • Glue sticks, 2
    • 3″ x 3″ post-it notes, 1 package
    • 5 two-pocket folders (Reading, Writing, Math, Social Studies/Science)
    • Tissues, 4 boxes
    • Dry erase markers, 2 packages
    • Scissors
    • 1″  binder
    • Erasers
    • Highlighters, 1 package
    • A healthy morning snack each day

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    Additional Pandemic-EBT food relief coming this summer

    New York State is again providing Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) food benefits to all households with children who are eligible to receive free school lunch under the National School Lunch Act and whose school was closed or operating with reduced in-school attendance during the 2020-2021 school year.

    Distribution of the benefit began in June and will continue for several months.

    Most eligible public-school students can expect to receive their first benefit beginning in late-July. If your child is eligible and has still not received P-EBT benefit by October 2021, please fill out the P-EBT Information Form.

    Here’s some more information about the benefit:

    • If you have misplaced a P-EBT Food Benefit card issued to your child, you may order a replacement card by calling 1-888-328-6399.
    • Once you have set up a PIN, you can check benefits balance by visiting www.connectebt.com or calling 1-888-328-6399.
    • For more information visit NYSOTDA P-EBT Benefits Information Page.

    The Liberty Central School District is not affiliated with this program. All questions should be directed to the NYSOTDA P-EBT Benefits Information Page or by calling 1-888-328-6399.

    From Dr. Patrick Sullivan | I am honored to be Liberty’s new superintendent

    Dear Liberty,

    I am honored and excited to serve as the Liberty Central School District’s new superintendent.  Since joining Liberty five years ago,  it has been clear to me that our Board of Education, administration, staff, students, families, and the entire Liberty community are dedicated to providing the highest quality education and best learning experience for our students.

    Prior to joining Liberty, I was an assistant principal and teacher with Sullivan County BOCES. I joined Liberty’s administrative team in 2016 as assistant director of student services and in 2018 became Liberty Middle School’s assistant principal. In July 2019, I was appointed assistant superintendent.

    In each role I have had the privilege of getting to know many of you, and I look forward to strengthening the District’s relationships, building new ones, and working together. Later this summer, as we prepare for the start of the 2021-2022 school year, I will be asking for your input. I’m conducting two virtual and in-person forums – to be scheduled soon – and I hope you will join me. The ultimate goals of the forums are:

    • Help the Liberty Central School District prepare for the 2021-2022 school year.
    • Help me gather information to support our students’ learning opportunities for the next several years. 

    I am alway happy to hear from you. Please don’t hesitate to email me at PSullivan@LibertyK12.org or call 845-292-6990.

    Sincerely,

    Dr. Patrick Sullivan
    Superintendent of Schools

     

    Camp Invention is coming to Liberty this summer | In-person and remote camp available

    Camp Invention, a week-long STEM summer program for students in kindergarten through Grade 6, will again be offered at Liberty Middle School this August. In person and remote programs are available.

    Campers in grades K-6 will team up to take on fun, hands-on STEM challenges. From taking apart their own microphone to exploring solar-powered crickets and creating duck-launching devices, each activity is designed to give young innovators an unforgettable summer experience.

    Camp Invention will be held Aug. 16-20. The cost per student is $235.

    Discounts are available:

    • Save $25 with code RECHARGE25 (expires May 26)

    To register, visit  www.Invent.org/Camp or call 800-968-4332. For more information email camp director Stefanie Benjamin.

    Kindergarten, Pre-K registration is now open

    Kindergarten registration for the 2021-22 school year is now open.

    Registration is held at LCSD Registration Office, 115 Buckley St., Liberty. To make an appointment call Heather Austin at 292-5400, ext. 2331 or email her at haustin@libertyk12.org.

    Learn more about registering a student.

    Register your child for kindergarten

    Eligible kindergarten students must be residents of the Liberty Central School District and turn 5 years old before Dec. 1, 2021.

    Please bring the following to your appointment:

    • The child’s birth certificate
    • Immunization records
    • Proof of residency (such as a utility bill or rental lease)
    • A copy of the parent/guardian’s photo ID
    • Custody papers, if applicable

      Register your child for Pre-K

      The district offers full day and half day Pre-K options. Pre-K students must turn 4 years old before Dec. 1, 2021.

      Full Day Pre-K
      8 a.m. – 2:40 p.m.

      Demand for the full day program typically exceeds the available seats. When this occurs, requests are placed in a lottery.

      Half Day Pre-K

      • Morning Half Day
        8-10:30 a.m.
      • Afternoon Half Day
        12-2:35 p.m.

      Please bring the following to your appointment:

      • A copy of the parent/guardian’s photo ID
      • The child’s birth certificate
      • Proof of residency (such as a utility bill or rental lease)
      • Immunization records, including proof of lead screen
      • Copy of a recent physical exam
      • Custody papers, if applicable

      Here’s a look at what an in-school day is like at LES

      There have been a lot of changes at the Liberty Elementary School as a result of the COVID-19 public health situation. When students return to the school building in September, class sizes will be smaller, masks will be required and temperatures will be checked.

      That’s just a few examples of how we’re working to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Please watch our Return to the Elementary School Presentation to  learn more about the start of the 2020-21 school year and the reopening of the Elementary School.

      RESOURCES FOR AT-HOME LEARNING

      Additional Resources

      The Liberty Central School District is committed to providing educational resources for our students during this time away from school.
      Here, our teachers share some helpful educational links to enhance at-home learning during the extended school closure.

      Remote Learning with Google

      Google Meet/Hangout Etiquette

      • When you enter the Meet/Hangout, mute yourself.
      • When you have a question, type in the textbox and wait for your teacher to call on you.
      • When you have something to contribute to the discussion but it is not your turn, use the chat feature in the right-hand corner. Wait for the teacher to call on you. Then unmute yourself.
      • Only one student should contribute/talk at a time
      • Look into the camera when you are talking.
      • Stay attentive when the teacher or other students are speaking.

      The LCSD Media Centers and Libraries

      • SORA: Access ebooks and audiobooks from the Liberty Central School District’s media centers. (Use the Technology Resources for Students Shared Drive to retrieve login information)
        Ms. Jill Parks, our Middle School Librarian, created this terrific SORA tutorial to show you around the site.

      All Grade Levels

      • Khan Academy:  With a mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere, Khan Academy offers daily schedules and academic exercises in an exhaustive range of subjects for students ages 2-18.
      • ReadWorks: Content and at-home curriculum to strengthen reading comprehension for grades K-12.
      • WNET-NY/Public Television: PBS has ramped up its educational offerings for all grades in subjects from reading to science to the arts.
      • PBS Resources for Emergency Closings:  A curated collection of resources organized by grade and subject area created by PBS LearningMedia producers and educators. For Spanish language content, visit Recursos de PreK-12 para Cierres de Emergencia.

      Elementary

      Middle School

      • LCS Makerspace and Technology: Mrs. Terry, Mrs. Treible and Mrs. Parks have created a digital Makerspace, where you’ll find exciting ideas for your next project.
      • Scholastic Magazine : Projects for students in PreK-Grade 9 to keep them learning, thinking and growing.
      • High School
      • Scholastic Magazine: Projects for students in PreK-Grade 9 to keep them learning, thinking and growing.
      • Test Preparation

      Outdoor athletic facilities re-open for limited use

      The Liberty High School and Liberty Middle School’s grounds and athletic fields have been re-opened for limited use to students and the community.

      Please remember that social distancing protocols remain in place, and masks must be worn if social distancing cannot be practiced. District residents are welcome to use the grounds during daylight hours. The grounds will close at dusk (approximately 8:40 p.m.)

      The High School basketball court and the Elementary School playground, however, remain closed to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

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