W. T. Lewis Elementary School
We Teach & Learn for success, today and tomorrow!
Bus #179 will not be on route this PM. Bus #507 is transporting students. Expect delays. Thank you! (Wednesday, August 19)
🐾 Brave Bulldogs: Military Student Club
W.T. Lewis Elementary is proud to support our military-connected students through our Student 2 Student (S2S) Program, Military Family Life Counselor (MFLC) services, Month of the Military Child celebrations, and our military student club, Brave Bulldogs!
Brave Bulldogs provides a welcoming community where our military-connected students can build friendships, connect with peers, and share experiences with other students who understand what it’s like to be part of a military family. The club will meet once a month and participate in special activities and events throughout the school year.
🐾 Who Can Join?
Brave Bulldogs is open to all W.T. Lewis military-connected students in grades K–5.
If your child meets the criteria and would like to join Brave Bulldogs and participate in our monthly meetings and events, please click the link below to complete the enrollment form.
IMPORTANT: Brave Bulldogs members must re-enroll each school year. If your military-connected student participated in Brave Bulldogs last year and would like to participate again this year, please complete the form below.
Together, we are building a community where our Brave Bulldogs feel connected, supported, and celebrated!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcyrJKntZQiYgBEOVkhWCp2vsxpy3a9GcQ2b4kZnphbcpsqQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor
W.T. Lewis Elementary is proud to support our military-connected students through our Student 2 Student (S2S) Program, Military Family Life Counselor (MFLC) services, Month of the Military Child celebrations, and our military student club, Brave Bulldogs!
Brave Bulldogs provides a welcoming community where our military-connected students can build friendships, connect with peers, and share experiences with other students who understand what it’s like to be part of a military family. The club will meet once a month and participate in special activities and events throughout the school year.
🐾 Who Can Join?
Brave Bulldogs is open to all W.T. Lewis military-connected students in grades K–5.
If your child meets the criteria and would like to join Brave Bulldogs and participate in our monthly meetings and events, please click the link below to complete the enrollment form.
IMPORTANT: Brave Bulldogs members must re-enroll each school year. If your military-connected student participated in Brave Bulldogs last year and would like to participate again this year, please complete the form below.
Together, we are building a community where our Brave Bulldogs feel connected, supported, and celebrated!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcyrJKntZQiYgBEOVkhWCp2vsxpy3a9GcQ2b4kZnphbcpsqQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor
🍧💙💛 SNOBALL FUNDRAISER! 💛💙🍧
It’s time to cool down, enjoy a sweet treat, and support W.T. Lewis Elementary! 🐾
📅 Snoball Day: Friday, August 28
💰 Money Due: Wednesday, August 26 by 12:00 PM (Noon)
It’s time to cool down, enjoy a sweet treat, and support W.T. Lewis Elementary! 🐾
📅 Snoball Day: Friday, August 28
💰 Money Due: Wednesday, August 26 by 12:00 PM (Noon)
Bus #179 will not be on route today. Bus #502 & #507 are transporting students. Expect delays this afternoon for W.T. Lewis students. (Tuesday, August 18th)
Kick off the 2026–27 school year with On the Record!
Watch here: https://bit.ly/45zJXQS
From Stockwell Place Elementary's high-energy first day to new leadership at Elm Grove Elementary and Friday night lights at the 73rd Bossier City Lions Club Football Jamboree, we’re capturing all the magic. Subscribe and tune in today!
The district will accept up to five (5) parent notes per school year, which may be used to excuse up to five absences.
If your child is absent for a reason that is not considered an excused absence, please complete the official parent note form and submit it to the office within five (5) school days of the absence.
Please note: The district’s official template is required. Copies are available in the office, and the form can also be found on the Bossier Parish Schools website under Student & Parent Resources. Click the link to access the form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19GBtd0SdXZFA698IQAIXJQPlpTXWe11W/view?usp=sharing
Completed forms may be:
Emailed to amandam.thompson@bossierschools.org, or
Turned in directly to Mrs. Thompson in the office.
If your child is absent for a reason that is not considered an excused absence, please complete the official parent note form and submit it to the office within five (5) school days of the absence.
Please note: The district’s official template is required. Copies are available in the office, and the form can also be found on the Bossier Parish Schools website under Student & Parent Resources. Click the link to access the form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19GBtd0SdXZFA698IQAIXJQPlpTXWe11W/view?usp=sharing
Completed forms may be:
Emailed to amandam.thompson@bossierschools.org, or
Turned in directly to Mrs. Thompson in the office.
It's time to complete the Free/Reduced meal application at https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Paper applications are available upon request at their child's school.
Completed applications should be returned to the Child Nutrition office.
Remember, families must reapply every school year.
If you have questions, please contact the Child Nutrition office at 549-5046.
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Welcome to Kindergarten! We were so excited to welcome our newest Bulldogs to W.T. Lewis. It was a great day, and it will be the BEST year! Use the link to see our amazing "VIK" event and pictures from the first day!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rgWxYkyaMYIfyDWd5GvhXksxaMJeGv7B/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rgWxYkyaMYIfyDWd5GvhXksxaMJeGv7B/view?usp=sharing
🏁 August Attendance Challenge! 🏁
Our Bulldogs are shifting into high gear for our first attendance challenge of the year!
Students who meet the attendance requirements can earn a FREE DRESS COUPON! 👕🎉
📅 August 17–21, August 24, and August 27–28
⏰ Be present, on time, and at school all day to qualify!
Our Bulldogs are shifting into high gear for our first attendance challenge of the year!
Students who meet the attendance requirements can earn a FREE DRESS COUPON! 👕🎉
📅 August 17–21, August 24, and August 27–28
⏰ Be present, on time, and at school all day to qualify!
PBIS Rewards app is an awesome resource that allows your child to earn points for PAWsome behavior & use those points to purchase rewards! Your child’s teacher will also be able to document if your child is having a tough day.
•First, download the PBIS Rewards FAMILY app.
•There are three different PBIS apps, one is for students, one is for staff, & one is for family. Make sure you have downloaded the PBIS Family app with the purple icon.
•Next, scan your child’s QR code. A letter was sent home with each student that contains the child's QR code.
•Then follow the instructions to complete registration.
•Please keep the letter with your student's QR code in a safe place if you need it again in the future
If you're still having trouble, email our PBIS coordinator, emilyD.williams@bossierschools.org.
•First, download the PBIS Rewards FAMILY app.
•There are three different PBIS apps, one is for students, one is for staff, & one is for family. Make sure you have downloaded the PBIS Family app with the purple icon.
•Next, scan your child’s QR code. A letter was sent home with each student that contains the child's QR code.
•Then follow the instructions to complete registration.
•Please keep the letter with your student's QR code in a safe place if you need it again in the future
If you're still having trouble, email our PBIS coordinator, emilyD.williams@bossierschools.org.
Dear Kindergarten Families,
We are so excited to welcome our newest Bulldogs with a Very Important Kindergartner Red Carpet Welcome on Thursday, August 13, from 8:30–9:00 AM!
Beginning at 7:45 AM, students will walk to their classrooms independently to start their first day of kindergarten. Our staff will be ready to welcome and assist them along the way!
Families may enter the building and head to the gym beginning at 8:15 AM.
Our kindergartners will enjoy a grand red-carpet entrance, photo opportunities, and most importantly—BIG HUGS!
Families are welcome to join us as we celebrate this exciting milestone!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Banks
Principal
Welcome Back, Bulldogs! 🐾
Welcome to an exciting new school year at W.T. Lewis Elementary! We are thrilled to have our students and families back as we begin another year of learning, growing, and achieving together. To ensure a successful start to the school year, please take a few minutes to read through this newsletter for important updates, reminders, and information. We look forward to partnering with you to make this year our best one yet!
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Welcome to an exciting new school year at W.T. Lewis Elementary! We are thrilled to have our students and families back as we begin another year of learning, growing, and achieving together. To ensure a successful start to the school year, please take a few minutes to read through this newsletter for important updates, reminders, and information. We look forward to partnering with you to make this year our best one yet!
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A few of our buses will have new bus numbers and drivers this school year.
Every great school day begins with a smooth start!
🚗The east side parking lot is designated for car pick-up and drop-off.
🚗 Remain in your car at all times. School personnel will help your child get to and from the cars.
🚗 Students may be dropped off between 7:45 and 8:10 a.m., and dismissal is at 3:10.
🚗 Students must load/unload from the passenger side of the vehicle.
🚗 Cell phone usage is prohibited by law in a school zone. You may not use your phone in the car line. This policy is in place for the safety of our students, and therefore, exceptions to this policy will not be made.
🚗Carline tags are required to pick up students in the carline for dismissal. If you need a carline tag, come to the office before 2:00. You must show an ID.
🚗The east side parking lot is designated for car pick-up and drop-off.
🚗 Remain in your car at all times. School personnel will help your child get to and from the cars.
🚗 Students may be dropped off between 7:45 and 8:10 a.m., and dismissal is at 3:10.
🚗 Students must load/unload from the passenger side of the vehicle.
🚗 Cell phone usage is prohibited by law in a school zone. You may not use your phone in the car line. This policy is in place for the safety of our students, and therefore, exceptions to this policy will not be made.
🚗Carline tags are required to pick up students in the carline for dismissal. If you need a carline tag, come to the office before 2:00. You must show an ID.
It's almost time for Bossier students to return to school, and if you have questions, we have the answers!
Click the link to check out our Back-to School guide: On The Record | Season Five | Episode One
In this episode we answer your questions about student registration, bus routes and staying connected with your child's school. Plus, we talk about school safety, introduce new teachers to the district, and celebrate Bellaire Elementary Principal Alyshia Coulson who was recognized as Louisiana State Principal of the Year Finalist. All that and more! So hop on board and Let's Go On The Record!
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We are ready to see our new and returning Bulldogs!
https://drive.google.com/.../1sHTaUumEq.../view...
Our faculty and staff will be visiting the following neighborhood locations:
Pepper Point – Near the mail center
White Oak & Orchard – Playground area
Tiburon – Front entrance
We can't wait to see everyone at the Bulldog Block Party, which will be held at W.T. Lewis at 6:30.
https://drive.google.com/.../1sHTaUumEq.../view...
Our faculty and staff will be visiting the following neighborhood locations:
Pepper Point – Near the mail center
White Oak & Orchard – Playground area
Tiburon – Front entrance
We can't wait to see everyone at the Bulldog Block Party, which will be held at W.T. Lewis at 6:30.
We look forward to welcoming all of our new and returning Bulldogs to Meet the Teacher Night on Sunday, August 2! We can't wait to see everyone, reconnect with our returning families, and meet our newest Bulldogs as we kick off an exciting school year together.
We are ready to see our new and returning Bulldogs! Click here for additional information about our community visits and Bulldog Block Party!
Our faculty and staff will be visiting the following neighborhood locations:
Pepper Point – Near the mail center
White Oak & Orchard – Playground area
Tiburon – Front entrance
We can't wait to see you!
Registration is now open!
LEAP SCORES ARE IN… BUT THE BIG QUESTION IS… ARE YOU CURIOUS TO KNOW HOW W.T. LEWIS DID AS A SCHOOL?
We are excited to celebrate the growth, progress, and success of our students and staff.
At W.T. Lewis Elementary, we ACCEPT every student, BELIEVE in their potential, and CHAMPION their success in every way. These outstanding results are proof of what happens when high expectations, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to student success come together.
We are excited to celebrate the growth, progress, and success of our students and staff.
At W.T. Lewis Elementary, we ACCEPT every student, BELIEVE in their potential, and CHAMPION their success in every way. These outstanding results are proof of what happens when high expectations, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to student success come together.
