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Welcome to
Leawood
Elementary!
We’re Glad You’re Here.
Starting at a new school is a big transition, and the LES PTO is here to help your family feel welcomed, connected, and at home in our community.
Whether you’re joining us at the beginning of the school year or arriving mid-year, we’re excited to welcome you to our Leopard family.
New to LES? You’re not on your own.
Once we’re notified of your student’s registration, our Hospitality & New Families Committee will reach out to welcome you and help you get connected.
Get Connected
Looking for ways to meet other families? Here are a few easy ways to get involved and start feeling at home in our LES community.
School Directory
Access the directory and stay connected with other LES families.
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Family Events
Explore PTO events that bring LES families together throughout the year.
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PTO Meetings
Stay informed about PTO plans, programs, and what’s happening at LES.
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Volunteer
Discover flexible ways to volunteer and get involved throughout the year.
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Social Media
Follow the PTO for event reminders, school news, updates, and celebrations.
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Before the First Day
A few things to take care of before school begins can help make arrival and dismissal smoother from day one.
New Family Checklist
Connect Before School Starts
The PTO typically hosts one or more informal events before school begins, such as Chalk the Walk and Clap-In & Staff Welcome.
Events may change from year to year, so watch PTO communications and the calendar for this year’s activities.
View PTO Calendar
Sneak a Peek — Meet Your Teacher
Before: Watch for your teacher assignment email.
At the event: Meet your teacher, explore the classroom, and drop off supplies.
What to bring: School supplies, if not preordered, and standard wired headphones that plug directly into the school-issued device are required for all grade levels. Please label headphones with your student’s name. Headphones will remain in the classroom
Afterward: Visit the playground and connect with LES families!
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Kindergarten Orientation
Incoming kindergarteners attend a one-hour orientation to meet their teachers, explore the school, and become familiar with kindergarten routines.
Families will receive signup information and times in advance.
Parents and caregivers will bring their child to the front door of the school. Teachers will meet the kids and walk them down to the classroom to begin practicing hallway expectations. Parent and families meet their students outside the building after the session is over.
Bus transportation is not provided for Kindergarten Orientation.
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Your First Days at LES
Getting To & From School
8:25 AMDoors Open
8:40 AMSchool Begins
3:45 PMSchool Ends
Car Riders
- Follow the designated traffic pattern and pull forward as far as possible.
- Have students exit on the curb/school side.
- Do not use the back parking lot.
- Dismissal begins at approximately 3:33 PM using PickUp Patrol.
Walkers
- Dismissed through the playground doors at approximately 3:35 PM.
- Families may wait on the playground beginning at 3:30 PM.
- Make sure your child’s teacher knows their walking-home plan.
Bus Riders
- Students remain in their classrooms until their bus arrives.
- Dismissed through the designated exit.
- Register with Durham and sign up for TextCaster notifications.
Y-Club
- Students attending Y-Club are dismissed at 3:45 PM.
- Students report to the cafeteria.
Arrival, Dismissal & Traffic Safety
- Use the designated arrival and dismissal areas.
- Do not use the bus loop or back parking lot.
- Use the crossing guard at 123rd Street.
- Follow posted speed limits and drive carefully.
- Review your child’s going-home plan together.
New Family Tip
Before the first day, talk with your child about exactly how they will get home and where they should meet you. If they are ever unsure, remind them to ask an LES staff member for help or go to the front office.
Essential Family Resources
These are the most commonly used tools and services for LES families.
ParentSquare
Blue Valley’s communication platform for district, school, athletics, and activity updates.
Learn More & Register
Meals Account (LINQ)
Create an account to add money to your student’s cafeteria account and manage meal funds.
Manage Lunch Account
Nut-Safer Snack List
View Blue Valley Schools’ current guidance and approved nut-safer snack options.
LES Cafeteria Menu
View current LES breakfast and lunch menus, meal options, and cafeteria information.
PickUp Patrol
Report absences, late arrivals, early dismissals, and changes to how your student will go home.
Learn About PickUp Patrol
Dismissal change after 3:00 PM?
Call the LES front office at 913-239-6600.
Call the LES front office at 913-239-6600.
YMCA Y Club
Before- and after-school care at LES. Registration, availability, hours, and fees are managed directly by the YMCA.
Bus Transportation (Durham)
Register for bus service and sign up for TextCaster notifications for updates.
During the School Year
Back-to-School Night
Parents and caregivers spend 30 minutes with their student’s teacher to learn about classroom routines, expectations, curriculum, and communication. Please plan to attend without children, as childcare is not available.
Visiting LES During the School Day
Enter through the main entrance, use the buzzer, show a government-issued photo ID, and state the purpose of your visit. For everyone’s safety, please allow the door to close behind you.
Lunch Visitors
Parents and caregivers may join their student for lunch beginning after Labor Day.
Lunch Signups
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I find out who my child’s teacher is?
Teacher assignment information is shared by the school before the start of the school year. Watch your school communications for the Sneak a Peek date and time.
When can I visit my child for lunch?
Parents and caregivers may begin visiting students for lunch after Labor Day. Please sign up in advance to join your child for lunch at school.
Is the bus loop used for drop-off & pick-up?
No. Families should use the designated arrival and dismissal areas and should not use the bus loop or back parking lot for student drop-off or pickup.
Where do I drop off school supplies?
Families can typically bring school supplies to Sneak a Peek (Meet Your Teacher) before the first day of school.
How do I change how my child is going home?
Enter dismissal changes in PickUp Patrol. If the change is after 3:00 PM, call the LES front office at 913-239-6600.
When does dismissal begin?
School dismissal starts at 3:33 PM. Individual dismissal procedures and timing vary slightly depending on whether students are car riders, walkers, bus riders, or attending Y-Club. Please refer to "Getting To and From School section".
Do school supply kits include headphones?
Please review the current school supply information for your student’s grade to confirm which items, including headphones, need to be provided separately.
Where do walkers meet their families?
Walkers are dismissed through the playground doors. Families may wait for students on the playground. Please arrive around 3:30 PM, as some students may still be at recess before that time.
Where can I find more information?
Continue exploring the LES PTO website, LES communications, PTO newsletter, and calendar. You can also contact the PTO if you need help finding the right information.
Have Questions?
We’re here to help! If you’re new to LES and have questions about the school, PTO, volunteer opportunities, or upcoming events, we’d love to hear from you.
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