Weekly Newsletter - October 4, 2026 |
Dear LME Families,
As we wrap up another fantastic week at LME, I can't help but look ahead with excitement to everything coming up on our calendar. This week, we have two wonderful opportunities to connect: Bike, Walk & Roll to School Day and our first General PTA Meeting! When I reflect on the last few weeks, I am simply amazed by the incredible community we are building together. We are so fortunate to have such a diverse, talented, and giving group of parents, teachers, and students. It is your energy, time, and enthusiasm that make LME such a special place for our kids to learn and grow. Thank you for everything you do to support our school. I hope to see many of you out on the sidewalk for Bike, Walk & Roll and at our meeting this week!
Warmly, Julia Wood President@lmepta.org |
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Best VLC Float at the Homecoming Parade!
We are beyond thrilled to announce that our school won Best VLC Float at this year’s Homecoming Parade!
Out of all the incredible schools that make up the Westwood Vertical Learning Community, our entry took home the top prize! To say we are immensely proud of our school, staff, students, and volunteers who put so much effort into making this happen would be an understatement. Winning this award was easily one of the coolest moments of the week!
Thank you to everyone who helped design, build, decorate, and cheer on our float along the parade route. This win belongs to our entire community—way to represent! Way to go, Lions!
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One Last Parade Note... We wanted to take a moment to send a huge, special thank you to Mr. Studor, Ms. Bartels, and Mr. Hanlon, who rode in the parade alongside our 5th graders! We truly have the best teachers, and we are so grateful for how generous they are with their time and energy for our students.
A big thank you as well to Mrs. Masters for her incredible support and encouragement as we launched this new tradition! Not only did she back us every step of the way, but she also walked the entire parade route twirling and leading our school with so much energy and spirit!
Moments like these wouldn't be possible without such an amazing team—thank you all for making this parade memory so special for our school! |
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Fitnic Success! Rainy Weather Couldn't Dampen Our Fun! Fitnic was a fantastic success, despite the gloomy weather! Students had a blast trying out new sports, and when we got a break in the rain, we were able to set up even more fun outside, like pickleball, hula hooping, four square, and frisbee. We are incredibly grateful to the Westwood PALS volunteers who came out and played along with all the kids! A BIG thank you to the following organizations for giving us the chance to learn and try new sports: We also want to extend a special thank you to The Love of China School of Dance and The Govindarajan Family for their amazing dance performances and instruction! Huge thanks to Top Taco and Moms & Pops All Natural Frozen Pops for keeping us fed with delicious food and treats, and to Round Rock ISD Food Services for providing fun prizes, healthy snacks, and great information on healthy living choices. Lastly, we want to give a massive shoutout to Sonya Addo, Coach Burnett, Coach Thompson, Zsuzsa Basci, and Sarah Archer—you all did a phenomenal job and were so wonderfully flexible with the weather changes. This was truly a special, community-filled event! |
| Join us for Bike Walk & Roll to School Day! When: Wednesday, October 7th - The bike train leaves the park at 7:00 am! Where:Barrington Park
Laurel Mountain families are invited to celebrate Walk & Roll to School Day by joining our Bike Train on Wednesday, October 7th. Students will ride the 1.4 mile route to school together in a safe and fun group, supported by parent volunteers.
To keep everyone safe, please remember: Helmets are required for all riders Make sure bikes have working lights and reflectors Check that your bike is tuned up and road-worthy before the big day Young children (Pre-K, Kinder and Grade 1) are encouraged to have adult riders accompany them. We will have volunteers for the group but not enough to assist individual children.
We are still looking for parent volunteers to help guide and supervise along the way.
Please sign-up HERE if you can help!
Let’s roll together and show our school spirit while promoting fitness, fun, and safety on the way to school!
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| Reminder: October PTA General Membership Meeting Meet us on Wednesday, October 7th at 6:00 PM in the LME Cafeteria. Come hear about all the exciting events and programs we have planned for the school year! Light dinner will be provided! ⭐ IMPORTANT FOR STUDENT PTA MEMBERS: This is your time to shine! Student members will have the chance to vote and choose which movie we show at our upcoming Movie Night. Don't miss your opportunity to make your voice heard! We look forward to seeing you there! |
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| Carnival Wristband Presale! Mark the Calendar for Carnival: Saturday, November 7 from 11 AM–3 PM! Get ready for bounce houses, obstacle courses, a 25-foot rock wall, face painting, food trucks, live performances, games, crafts, Soak the Staff, raffle baskets, giant bubbles and MORE!
👀 Something BIG is coming Wednesday . . . 🎟️ LME Carnival wristbands go on sale October 7 after the general meeting! Purchase early to secure early bird pricing on wristbands and raffle tickets! Thanks to Southwest Theatres each pre-ordered wristband gets a coupon for free popcorn! Link to Purchase will go live in our PTA Store on Wednesday evening! |
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| Take the Stage at Carnival! We are looking for performers to take the stage at our Community Showcase during Carnival! We are accepting applications from community groups, businesses, individuals, and students. To give you an idea of past performances, we’ve featured martial arts groups, dance groups, singers, and more. Students do not need to be enrolled at LME to participate. Submit your application by October 16:https://bit.ly/LMEshowcase2026 Questions? Email Selina at communityshowcase@lmepta.org. |
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| SAVE THE DATE: School Finance 101 Virtual Meeting Ever wondered how public school funding actually works? Join us for a special Parent Education Virtual Meeting to get an insider's look at school finance! We are honored to host RRISD CFO Ludivina Cansino, who will guide our community through the ins and outs of school funding, answer questions regarding the upcoming VATRE, and share vital information that impacts our district. Date: Tuesday, October 13 Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Virtual (Link will be sent upon registration) Register Here:Meeting Registration
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| Advocacy Update - Educational Funding Speaking of School Finance, the Texas Legislature is gearing up for a busy session. On Tuesday, the Texas Senate Committee on Education will hold a hearing on issues impacting public school enrollment and teachers' salaries. On Wednesday, they will discuss issues that include the school voucher program, which directly affects the funding available for public schools like LME. You can provide public testimony on both days, and it will be streamed on the Legislative Committee Hearings webpage.
For more information on some of these issues, check out the PTA’s Under the Dome newsletter: September Newsletter |
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| Reflections 2026: "What My Culture Means To Me" Reflections 2026 has begun! This National PTA arts program invites students to dream big, create something amazing, and share their talents with our school community and beyond! This year's theme is "What My Culture Means To Me!". For more information, check out our PTA page here or the national website here. Contact LME's Reflections Chair at reflections@lmepta.org with any questions. Students can submit in more than one category! All submissions must be digital and emailed to reflections@lmepta.org by October 30. Check out the flyer here. |
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| Yearbook Purchase & 5th Grade Pridelines! Order Your 2026–27 Yearbook Planning for the 2026–27 LME Yearbook is underway! Books are $30 (+ service fee) and ordered directly through Jostens. Personalization is available for $8.
5th Grade Prideline Ads Celebrate your graduating 5th grader with a personalized 1/8-page ad! Include a favorite photo, sweet note, or words of encouragement to give them a lasting keepsake. |
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| Westwood vs. McNeil: Sock & Underwear Drive
We are going head-to-head with McNeil High School for a friendly rivalry drive benefiting the Round Rock ISD Clothes Closet! There’s a lot on the line: The principal of the losing school will have to wear the opposing school’s jersey at the October 30th football game. Let’s show our Warrior pride and help Mrs. Campbell stay in orange! Drive DetailsItems Needed (New & Unopened): How to DonateDrop Off in Person: Bring new, unopened items to Laurel Mountain and leave in the clothes closet bin. Order Online via Amazon: Have donations shipped straight to the drive!
Every donation directly supports students and families in our district through the Round Rock ISD Clothes Closet. Let’s rally together, support a great cause, and ensure Westwood takes home the win! |
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| Update your Child's Teacher on the PTA Website As we really start moving this year, it is SUPER helpful if you can confirm your child's teacher is correct. This information is CRUTCIAL to make sure your spirit orders, carnival tickets and more are delivered to the right student!!!
Quick Update Steps: Click here to start - >Registration and Store Click on Family Information --> review the parent info --> click next step at the bottom --> review and update student info --> click save at the bottom!
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| Our Ultimate Goal: One Voice for Every Student After surpassing last year’s membership total, we’re working toward an even more meaningful goal: PTA membership equal to LME’s student enrollment—one PTA voice for every student. Our membership represents the number of people willing to stand behind our students and school. The more voices included—parents, teachers, staff, students, grandparents, and community supporters—the stronger our PTA’s voice becomes. That voice reaches beyond LME. With the next Texas legislative session beginning in January, every membership adds to the statewide voice advocating for public education and the needs of Texas children. You don’t have to volunteer or attend meetings to add your voice. Membership itself matters.
Join the LME PTA today:https://www.lmepta.org/membership
For specific membership questions, please contact our Membership Chair, Taylor Romero at membership@lmepta.org. |
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| Save the Date: Moms Night Out at Jardin Corona – Oct 14th! 🌮🍹 It’s time for a well-deserved break! Join us on Wednesday, October 14th at 5:00 PM for a fun, sponsored Moms Night Out at Jardin Corona. Enjoy a great evening of dinner, prizes, and good company with fellow moms. We are also excited to introduce our new partner, Recess! Representatives will be in attendance to share details about their program, answer any questions, and show you what they’re all about.
To help us plan, please RSVP here: Moms Night Out |
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| Lights, Camera, Action! Family Movie Night is Coming!
Grab your blankets and cozy up for Family Movie Night at Laurel Mountain Elementary! Join us for a fun, feature-filled evening under the stars (and plenty of popcorn!). When: Friday, October 16th at 7:00 PM Where: Laurel Mountain Elementary The Menu: Fresh, delicious popcorn!
Which movie will we watch? Our Student PTA Members will be voting on the feature film at our October 7th General Meeting, so stay tuned for the big reveal! Bring the whole family, pack your favorite cozy lawn chairs or blankets, and let's make it a movie night to remember! |
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| Save the Date: Spirit Night at Main Event! Mark your calendars for an evening of fun with your LME family! Join us for our upcoming LME PTA Spirit Night at Main Event Austin. It’s a great opportunity to connect with friends, enjoy games and food, and support our school! When: Sunday, October 18th | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Where: Main Event Austin (13301 N Hwy 183, Austin, TX 78750) - What to Expect: Bowling, Arcade Games, Laser Tag, Gravity Ropes, Food & Fun!
Drop off your itemized receipt with a PTA rep by 8pm for LME to receive 20% back!
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| No School + Recess = Less Stress! Hi families! Looking for camps, classes, after-school activities, or something for the kids during upcoming school holidays? We’ve partnered with Recess to make finding local activities easier while giving back to our school!
Visit hello-recess.com to explore activities near you and use our school code LaurenMountainFam when you book. Every booking gives 3% back to our parent group! |
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Calling all Interested Sponsors! LME PTA offers sponsorship opportunities to businesses or individuals that care about our School and Community. These sponsorships are mutually beneficial to the business and our LME PTA and school community. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please email our Sponsorship Chair, Crystaline Lopez at sponsors@lmepta.org.
Find out more and purchase sponsorship at our website: https://www.lmepta.org/sponsorlevels
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Upcoming Events | | Wednesday, October 7 | | | | Friday, October 9 | | | Monday, October 12 | | | Tuesday, October 13 | | | Wednesday, October 14 | | | Thursday, October 15 | | | Friday, October 16 | | | Sunday, October 18 | | | Monday, October 19 | |
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