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Wow! March was such an exciting month for all the Lakeside Lion readers! Thanks to the EGR Schools Foundation, we were able to participate in March Book Madness, a bracket style competition between 16 titles in two categories, Picture Books and Chapter Books (4th-5th grades). Students read the books, discussed, sometimes argued, and gushed over their favorites, and ultimately voted on which book they wanted to advance to the next week. This fun event culminated with lunch time assembly to announce the winners right before break. In the Picture Book category “Magic Ramen: The Story of Momofuku Ando” faced off against “The Book That Almost Rhymed.” “Magic Ramen” ended up in hot water with “The Book That Almost Rhymed” being crowned our 2025 Picture Book winner. For our Chapter Book category, “A Strange Thing Happened in Cherry Hall” by Jasmine Warga faced off against “Faker” by Gordon Korman. “A Strange Thing Happened in Cherry Hall” took home the win. This is a quirky mystery involving a stolen painting, a ghost, and a turtle…
This year we had a new “Wall of Fame” challenge during March Book Madness and I could not be more proud of all the students that rose to the challenge. For the Chapter Book bracket, students reading 8 of the 16 books were awarded honorable mention, while students reading all 16 titles became our 16 Book Champs. Students had their pictures posted in the school on our Wall of Fame AND, with parent permission, students also got the opportunity to have their picture displayed at the EGR Kent District Library. If you know one of these students, please be sure to congratulate them on their amazing accomplishment.
8 Book Honorable Mention
Janie Andrzejewski
Addy Clark
Massimo DaMore
Remi Fulton
Natalie Gass
Michael Heitmeier
Kara Huff
Jack Jacoby
Alaina Marcionetti
Ellery McPheeters
Claire Serou
Haley Shattuck
Sean Terhorst
Blakeley Walsh
JL Yarbrough
16 Book Champs
Simone Aramburu
Selena Heller
Cash Jefferson
Ellie Mitchell
Will Rojas
Claire Schmidt
Zoey Thayer
Evie VanDenend
Abby Vizachero
Fleur Williams
Last chance: HURRAH!, the Foundation’s fundraiser of the year, is this Saturday. Join 400 of your friends and neighbors. Food samples, from local restaurants, open bar, DJ, dancing, and lots more for $100. We may have a few tickets available at the door, but don’t miss out. Get your tickets today. The big party is Saturday from 7-11pm in a tent on Wege Plaza overlooking Reeds Lake.
The PTO Needs You!
The Lakeside PTO leads many important projects at Lakeside, not least of which is working directly with teachers to fund different projects that directly benefit students. There are a few open slots on the Executive Board, which is a great way to get involved with our Lakeside community and support our students, teachers, and staff! If you are interested in hearing more please fill out this form and the PTO will be in touch.
Get Involved in the Gardening Committee!
Be part of the beautification of Lakeside Elementary! The Committee works together to plant trees and flowers, and maintain parts of the landscape throughout the year. Join the fun by texting or calling Lauren Hinnershitz at 814-360-3580.
May 14 – The Mane Event
Save the date for our annual food truck night at Lakeside from 5:00-7:00 p.m. More details coming soon.
Know someone interested in learning more about non-resident enrollment options at East Grand Rapids Public Schools?
Tell them to visit egrps.org/enroll to explore Schools of Choice (SOC) and Tuition Enrollment Program (TEP) options! Both SOC and TEP applications are open now.
SOC applications are due on May 15, 2025 by 4:00 p.m.
TEP applications are accepted through August 8, 2025.
Team Boosters are teaming up with Birch Tree Bark & Stone to provide high quality mulch at a competitive price. The sale runs April 1 through June 1 and all proceeds benefit Team Boosters. Visit their site for more details.
Program Highlights
Elementary Musical
The elementary musical is a very special opportunity in which every student can be involved! Students in grades K-1 are able to learn a song and dance and perform live on stage at the start of the show. Second graders have the added opportunity to make a cameo appearance. Students in grades 3-5 may showcase their singing and acting skills on stage or work behind the scenes helping with costumes, artwork, setting the stage, lights and sound, directing peers, and more! This is a wonderful opportunity for the entire Lakeside Elementary school community to work and grow together!
Student Leaders
At Lakeside Elementary, we value student leadership and voices. Our elementary team consistently provides opportunities for students to serve as role models for one another, creating a culture where students can grow and thrive.
Mystic Lake Camp
Lakeside fifth-grade students start the year with a two-night stay at Mystic Lake in Clare, MI. In addition to experiencing hands-on science lessons, students also bond together through team-building challenges, nature hikes and canoeing, and all the challenges that make up a classic camp adventure. The interpersonal threads that tie together on this trip bind Lakeside fifth graders for the rest of their final year of elementary school, and beyond.
ROAR
ROAR is a fun-filled night out for parents that directly supports our students as the largest fundraiser for the Lakeside PTO. Parents come together for appetizers, drinks, games, auctions, raffles and live entertainment! This is a great community-builder for the families of Lakeside students. The money raised goes to support classroom grants and school-wide activities.