Lakeview Academy

Lakeview Academy believes that by bringing parents and teachers together in the same organization, parents will feel empowered to help their children succeed at a level unavailable in the regular school system. Here at Lakeview, parents and teachers serve together on the Site Advisory Council and other various committees instead of having a separate parent organization. The goal and purpose of the Site Advisory Council is to provide the Director(s) of Lakeview Academy and the staff with the necessary support in fulfilling their responsibilities to the Board of Trustees and stakeholders of Lakeview Academy.

Parents play a huge role in the success of Lakeview Academy. When parents and teachers work together the needs of students are met at a higher level. The daily presence of parents in the classroom creates much greater feedback relative to the teacher, the course content, and the class environment than would ordinarily be possible in a setting where parents are less active in the day-to-day learning. There are many different ways for you to get involved - from directly helping the children learn in the classroom, to helping teachers prepare materials, being a Room Parent, helping recommend programs and curriculum, to helping teachers plan and organize school activities, events. Take a moment and browse through the different committees to find one that fits your likes and interests. When you have found the committee that you want to volunteer your time, please contact the SAC advisor at SAC@lakeview-academy.com or committee chair at the email listed.

– Academic Committee

SAC Advisor: Kim Blacka

Science Committee: Supports the school science programs, assists teachers with the planning and coordinating events and activities relating to science.
Technology Committee: Researches and implements ways to increase the use of technology in the classroom and assists teachers with technology related activities
Arts Committee: Supports all forms of the arts in the curriculum. Assists teachers in planning and coordinating art related activities and events.
Math Committee: Works with teachers to find ways to improve and enhance our math programs and assist those students who are at risk in this area. Assist teachers in planning and coordinating activities and events that promote math fluency such as the math bowl or school wide math night.
Elementary Committee: Works with the teachers in planning and coordinating academic activities and events such as the, Liberty bowl, enhancement or Spanish activities at the elementary level as well as any other academic activities and events that support the curriculum and the Charter.
Curriculum Review Committee: Works with teachers and the Educational Coordinator to review and recommend curriculum (This includes videos, texts, and other curriculum materials) to the Board of Trustees.
Middle School Committee: Work with the teachers in planning and coordinating academic activities and events such as the spelling bee, constitution bowl, TLC, Spanish activities as well as enhancement project/classes. This committee will work closely with teachers to ensure that they have sufficient parent help in the classrooms.
Student Recognition: Supports administration with quarterly recognition for all student achievement. Plans and executes quarterly luncheon for Director’s list students and the end of the year middle school awards event. See policy for further details.

– Finanical Committee

SAC Advisor: Corrine Smith

Grants Committee: Helps find and assists teachers in writing grants for additional school funding and projects
Fundraising Committee: Helps raise funds through major school-wide event(s). Is the contact for on-going school fundraisers such as box tops, Campbell soup labels, milk tops and others. See fundraising policy for further information
Budget Committee: Assists committee chairs and advisors generate and submit yearly budget to the Board of Trustees.

– Parent Volunteer Committee

SAC Advisor: Karen Judd

Teacher Appreciation Committee: Teacher appreciation week. Meals during parent conferences.
Volunteer Appreciation Committee: Volunteer appreciation activities.
Room Mom Coordinator: Finds, trains and assists all room moms in the elementary school

– Public Relations Committee

SAC Advisor: Leann Petersen

Decorating Committee: Researches and makes recommendations involving decorating the school with the purpose to enhance the aesthetic appearance of the building.
Newsletter Committee: Coordinate and Distribute monthly newsletter
Publicity Committee: Create positive public relations with community. Acts as liaison between the school and media sources. Publicizes school as requested by administration for the purpose of new student enrollment as well as teacher recruitment.
Web-site committee: Ensures the current and accurate information is posted regularly on the school web-site.

– School Life Committee

SAC Advisor: To Be Determined

Athletic Committee: Oversees, organizes and coordinates all sports teams and the cheerleading organization.
Extracurricular Events Committee: Assist in the coordination of afterschool clubs, activities and organizations not otherwise listed or implied in any other SAC committee.
Middle School Student Government Committee: Supports middle school student government. Assist these committees in planning, coordinating, and executing events and activities such as Spirit Week, Red Ribbon Week, dances, etc.
Elementary School Student Council Committee: Supports elementary student government. Assist them in planning, coordinating and executing any events and activities such as Spirit Week, Red Ribbon Week, etc.
Library Committee: Supports librarian during school hours by restocking shelves, checking books in and out or processing books to be shelved. Assists in planning and executing Book Fairs, Jazz Reading Contest and any other activities or events that support and encourage reading.
Community Education Committee: With approval from the Board of Trustees develops plans and executes community education classes at Lakeview.