Welcome to LaCrosse Elementary
Congratulations Mrs. Rachel Johnson, Region Eight Teacher of the Year for 2012
Mrs. Rachel Johnson, Title One Teacher at LaCrosse Elementary, is Region Eight Teacher of the Year for 2012. She is accompanied by Dr. Evans and Dr. Thornton.
On September 20, 2011, we had a very special morning program at LaCrosse Elementary. The program was opened by Mrs. Connie Puckett, our principal. Dr. Evans spoke first with a poem entitled: A Wonderful Teacher, which celebrated teachers. Mrs. Alga spoke second with a poem entitled: A Very Special Teacher. Mrs. Rogers spoke third. She read A Good Teacher. Dr. Thornton presented a plaque from Governor McDonnell naming Mrs. Rachel Johnson, Title One Teacher at LaCrosse Elementary, as Region Eight Teacher of the Year for 2012.
MCPS Teacher of the Year is Rachel Johnson
Our new school year has begun and we're certainly on the right track! We invite you to come aboard as we embark on a year filled with excitement and high expectations! We welcome you to visit our site frequently as we will post useful information and helpful links.
LaCrosse Elementary has an active Parent Teacher Organization and now is the time to get involved! It only costs $5 to join, but you'll be making a great investment in your child's education!Research shows that when parents are involved in their children's education, the children are more likely to:
- earn better grades.
- score higher on tests.
- pass their classes.
- attend school regularly.
- have better social skills.
- show improved behavior.
- be more positive in their attitude toward school.
- complete homework assignments.
- graduate and continue their education.
LaCrosse Elementary Mission Statement
The LaCrosse Elementary School community envisions maximizing the educational potential of each of its students through the use of differentiated teaching approaches. Students will succeed socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. LaCrosse students will be involved in appropriate educational experiences. These experiences will bring about mastery of state and local standards, which will assist the student in functioning as a contributing citizen in a local, national, and global community. The cooperation of parents, students, teachers, and community will foster an environment that provides for mutual respect and an appreciation of education and learning.
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