Dear Lowell Families and Community,

It was a fun and spooky around Lowell School District this week! From fun costumes to play-off games, we had a lot to celebrate this week.

On Thursday, October 29, Lundy kiddos dressed up and participated in the Annual Costume Parade! From Shrek to SpongeBob and dinosaurs to princesses, we had it all! The 6th grade class also hosted their carnival for all the elementary students. They had games, prizes and fun for everyone! This event has become a must-attend for students and staff alike!

The month has come to an end for your chance to be on the list of students who have had perfect attendance for October at Lundy. Monday morning one hundred students who were perfect attenders get to enjoy donuts with Mrs. Edgerton! The list will reset so get ready to claim your spot for November!

Lundy students are less than a week away from the first celebration for those that have followed all school rules and have had no referrals! The day will be filled with crafts, treats, and fun activities throughout!

Grading day is approaching, which means teachers are giving the last push for students to get in any late work or missing assignments. Please be sure to check with your child, as well as their teacher, to make sure they have everything turned in.

Monday, November 2, is picture retake day for Lundy kiddos! School picture retakes for Lowell Jr/Sr High students are scheduled for Wednesday, November 4. Students who missed the original picture day or need to have their pictures retaken will have an opportunity to do so.

Mark your calendars for Lundy’s Annual Book Fair on November 17 & 18 from 3:30-6:30pm.

Over at Lowell Jr/Sr High, students across all grade levels enjoyed a special caramel apple bar this week as an early Halloween treat! ASB students helped organize this fun activity, giving everyone a chance to celebrate together as we approach Halloween.

Seven seniors took the SAT this week as part of their preparation for college admissions. We are proud of these students for taking another step toward their postsecondary goals and exploring the opportunities available to them after graduation.

ASB members and other student leaders participated in another round of Student Voice activities in partnership with 15th Night and Lane ESD. These conversations help us better understand the Lowell school experience from the perspectives of our students. Hearing directly from students about their experiences, what is working well, and where we can improve is an important part of building a stronger school community.

Our Red Devils Volleyball team qualified for State Playoffs. The school gave them a great big send off as they took on Culver in the first round. While the result wasn’t what we hoped for, we are so proud of the hard work our Lady Red Devils have put in this season!

Tonight, Red Devils Football will take on Oakridge for Senior Night! We look forward to celebrating our senior football players and recognizing their dedication and contributions to the program. Come out and support our Red Devils as we honor our seniors!

LHS students are entering the final week of the first quarter! We encourage all students and parents to take a few minutes to check StudentVUE or ParentVUE and review current grades. This is a great time to identify any missing assignments, communicate with teachers, and make sure grades accurately reflect the work students have completed. A little extra attention now can make a big difference as we finish the quarter strong!

Today is the day for the Free Halloween Movie Event, hosted by the ASB students. The movie is Hotel Transylvania, there will be pizza and popcorn, a coloring contest and movie bingo! Come in costume as well. It will be held in the Lowell High School Cafetorium from 12:00-2:00pm.

Parents can make such a huge difference in the educational success of their students. Here are some key strategies for parents:

• Praise effort, not just outcomes: Focus on hard work, persistence, and strategies rather than final grades or test scores. Say, “I love how hard you tried to solve that math problem,” instead of just “You got an A”.

• Be specific with feedback: Avoid vague statements like "good job." Name the exact behavior you want to see continue, such as, “Thank you for sitting down to start your reading right away.”

• Use descriptive and affirming language: Emphasize what the student did well to foster a sense of accomplishment and growth mindset.

• Balance tangible and intangible rewards: Combine small, non-material perks—like extra free time, a special family activity, or a favorite snack—with verbal recognition. Use visual reward systems like sticker or token charts for younger children.

• Break goals into manageable chunks: Help students split large projects or study sessions into smaller steps, celebrating small milestones along the way.

• Frame mistakes as learning moments: Encourage students to view errors as a natural part of growing their abilities rather than failure.

You never know what will be the defining factor or small support that helped a student succeed.

And as always, stay safe, healthy, and kind! And have a Happy Halloween!