Ludlow-Taylor Elementary School

LT Apparel Shop Closes!
2025-08-29
Last day to shop the LT apparel shop this season! Get your gear HERE before it’s too late.

No School (Labor Day)
2025-09-01

Drop off uniforms for the swap!
2025-09-02 - 2025-09-04
After the success of our first uniform and back by popular demand we will have one more Ludlow-Taylor Uniform Swap. Yay!
Donations will be accepted before and after school Tuesday, September 2nd, Wednesday, September 3rd, and Thursday, September 4th, at the 7th and G Street Entrances. Then, shop the swap for free and stay for the PTO Meeting on Thursday, September 4th, from 5:30 – 7:00 PM in the Multipurpose Room.
Acceptable Donations are clothes in good condition in size 3T and up that are:

Shirts or blouses in white, yellow, or green;
Pants, skirts, shorts, dresses, or jumpers in khaki, green, or yellow; or
LT-branded apparel.

No need to donate clothing to take clothing.

All swapping will be done for free.

Anything not swapped will be donated.

In addition to a uniform swap, the spirit team will have a table for you to purchase a limited amount of new L-T apparel.

Thanks in advance for helping make this swap a success and let us know if you have any questions. And an extra BIG THANKS to Mallory Domingue, Margot van der Vossen, and Sarah Fink for pulling this all together!

PTO Meeting (6:00pm)
2025-09-04
New and returning families are encouraged to join the first PTO meeting of the year, which will include a welcome from members of the LTES Administration, and more. The PTO will provide pizza and childcare by The Future Stars, sign up here.

Uniform Swap (5:30PM)
2025-09-04
Shop the swap in the LT multi-purpose room and then stay for the PTO meeting. The Spirit Team will have a table of new apparel to order as well.

Back to School Drag Brunch w/ Tara Hoot (10AM - 12PM)
2025-09-07
We are thrilled to be teaming up with the infamous Tara Hoot for a fabulous Drag Brunch at neighborhood favorite, Fresca Taqueria, on Sunday, September 7 from 10AM-12PM! Your ticket is good for the entire family!

Tickets are $125 and include your meal (you’ll choose from a set menu & we’ll also include one adult drink for the adults) plus an amazing performance and story time hosted by DC legend, Tara Hoot!
Hosted by LT parents Heather & Josh Martin (parents to Emme who will be in 5th grade this fall) and Brittany & Nate Ward (parents to Levi, who will be in preK4 this fall).
This event promises to be a fabulous feel good way to start the school year! Get your tickets at: https://ludlowta2025.ggo.bid/bidding/package/14852895

Session 1 of TFS Enrichments/Clubs & MWF/RWF friends
2025-09-08
This is a reminder of several upcoming deadlines for our programs:

Club Zone Registration for August 25th attendance

Families must register their students by today, August 15th at 9:00 PM.
If your student is currently enrolled in Club Zone but was initially enrolled in Aftercare, you must notify us after completing Club Zone registration so we can cancel all upcoming Aftercare payments. We are human, if you did email about aftercare cancellations, please check your account to make sure that it reflects the request.

Tutoring Enrollment

Tutoring registration will close on August 17th. This allows our team time to review student data and group students according to their academic needs.
Families can expect to receive a registration link no later than August 31st. You will only receive communication from Ms. M if your student received a spot.

Extended Care Financial Assistance

If you need financial assistance for Extended Care starting August 25th, please reach out to Ms. Isaacs at aisaacs@thefuturestars.net no later than August 21st.

We rely heavily on PTO communication – you’ll receive a lot of emails from them but it’s the best way to stay in the loop about everything. To join their listserv please Click HERE. (Highly Recommended to stay in the loop)

Back to School Night (6 - 7:30PM)
2025-09-09
Save the date! Back to School Night is an opportunity for parents to come into the school to get an overview of the academic year, chat with teachers, and see our classrooms. As in prior years, Back to School Night is intended to be for parents and caregivers, not students. (Though, in the past, Principal Miller has given guidance that if you need to bring your kids in order to attend, it is fine to do so.) Principal Miller will provide additional information about this event.

Events Committee Kick-off Meeting (6:30pm)
2025-09-10
Co-chaired by Rashonda Riddle and Laura Miller, the Events Committee spearheads LT many community events.

Join us at Senate Square (201 I St NE) to learn more. Refreshments will be served.
Can’t make it? No problem, sign up here to stay up-to-date

👉Email events@ludlowtaylor.org with questions

School Wide Birthday Celebration (K-5)
2025-09-10
Once a month there is a date set by the admin as the all-school birthday celebration date for the month. This is the only date when a food treat can be brought into the school. The students eat treats in the cafeteria (where they also have lunch) which keep crumbs (and therefore critters) out of the classrooms. By doing all birthday celebrations on the same date, it helps ensure all kids who share a lunch period are getting a special treat on the same day and no one is feeling left out.

LSAT Meeting (6PM)
2025-09-15
Join us at the first LSAT meeting of the year, which will include a welcome from the LT administration and more.

Pizza and childcare by The Future Stars provided.
Questions email lsat@ludlowtaylor.org

👉 Sign up Here by Thursday, Sept 11

Auction Committee Kick-off Meeting (7PM)
2025-09-16
The Auction Committee, led by Liza & Brad Reed, organizes Warriors Night Out—our biggest fundraising event—and other key efforts that help raise essential funds for the school.

Join us at Fresca (701 H Street NE) to review last year’s event & talk through key roles and tasks for the fall.

Can’t make it? No problem, sign up here to stay up-to-date

👉 Email auction@ludlowtaylor.org with questions

Movie Night!
2025-09-19
What You Need to Know: Family Movie Night is Friday, Sept 19 at 6PM — pre-order your pizza (by Sept 15) and t-shirts (by Sept 3) to join the fun!
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We are kicking off the school year with one of our favorite traditions — Family Movie Night on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 6:00 PM! Doors open at 6:00 PM, and as the sun sets, we’ll settle in for a magical adventure with The Smurfs!
This is more than just a movie night — it’s a chance to come together, build community, and share some laughter (and snacks!) with our amazing L-T families.

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
Pupatella Neapolitan Pizza – Pre-order by September 15! Each pizza feeds one adult (cheese or pepperoni).
Concessions Galore – Fresh popcorn, sweet + salty snacks, and refreshing drinks.
Special Edition L-T T-Shirts – Perfect for our tie-dye station at the event! Pre-order by September 3 to guarantee your size. Families can also bring their own clean white cotton shirts. Supplies will be ready in our school colors: vibrant green & gold! (Tip: sizes run small, so size up!)

Bonus: A limited number of shirts will be available on movie night — but the best way to make sure you don’t miss out is to order early and join in the tie-dye fun with the Spirit Committee!
ORDER YOUR PIZZAS & T-SHIRTS

Questions?
T-shirts: spiritfingers@ludlowtaylor.org
Movie Night & Pizza: events@ludlowtaylor.org
We can’t wait to see you on the lawn for a night filled with fun, friends, and school spirit. Bring a blanket, bring your family, and let’s make this first community event of the year one to remember!
See you at the movies!

ECE: Zoo Field Trip (Buses leave @ 9:00AM)
2025-09-19
Please connect with your child’s room parent for additional information.

The Dancing Stars @ H St. Festival (1PM, 7th St. stage)
2025-09-20
Come out and cheer on The Dancing Stars at The H St. Festival. They will be at the 7th St. stage at 1PM!

Rosh Hashanah
2025-09-23

ECE Committee Kick-Off (6:30PM)
2025-09-24
Please reach out to ece@ludlowtaylor.org for more information.

No TFS Clubs (before and aftercare still available)
2025-09-24
Staff Meeting

PK3 Trivia Night (6-7:30PM)
2025-09-25
Here’s your opportunity to engage with PK3 teachers and families. Join in on the fun at Queen Vic (1206 H ST. NE)
RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1SytAMBSNejx47G3J7clSEGY66oTjjV-eeumizmRPlMA/edit?usp=sharing

Yom Kippur
2025-10-02

Custodial Workers Appreciation Day
2025-10-02

ECE: Cox Farms Field Trip (Buses leave at 9:00AM)
2025-10-03

Grounds Workday (4PM)
2025-10-04

Fire Drill
2025-10-07

Walk & Roll to School Day
2025-10-08
Join in on the fun from 7:30 – 8:30 at Lincoln Park before making our way to school. The Dancing Stars are slated to perform around 7:50!

Schoolwide Birthday Celebration
2025-10-08
Get details from your Room Parent(s).

No School (Parent-Teacher Conferences)
2025-10-09

No School (Staff Professional Development Day)
2025-10-10

No School (Indigenous Peoples' Day)
2025-10-13

Events Committee Meeting (7PM, Virtual)
2025-10-14
Please see the PTO Newsletter or the Events WhatsApp group for call in details.
