Levelland Academic Beginnings Center

Back Row (L-R) Gavin and Gage French-parents Darren and Misty French, Mishanti and Tishanti Dewberry-mother Candice Wiley, Taylor and Jayden Howard-parents John and Larissa Howard Middle Row (L-R) Roseline and Joseline Apodaca (kindergarteners)-parents Cuauhtemol and Maria Apodaca, Ashton and McKenzie Highfield-parents Daniel and Nicole Highfield, Sage and Gunnar Barrera-parents Leonel and Miranda Barrera, Sadie and Sophie Lambright-parents Bryce and Stacy Lambright Front Row (L-R) Brian and Brent Billington-parents Darrell and Sandy Billington, Frankie and Alex Zapata-parents Alex and Anastacia Zapata, Kenneth and Kristian Mendoza-Rodriguez-parents Victor and Juana Lucia Mendoza

While enrollment is up across Levelland ISD, it is particularly high in Pre-K, where 241 four year olds make up the largest class Levelland Academic Beginnings Center has ever enrolled. An additional delight is that the Pre-K class consists of nine sets of twins. Another set of twins is enrolled in Kindergarten. Donna Pugh, principal at Levelland ABC, is excited to have the large enrollment numbers and is pleased to welcome these twins. “It was interesting that we had several twins enrolling last May while we were reading in the Levelland News Press about four sets of twins who were graduating from Levelland High School,” she said. “Then, as we completed spring enrollment, then rolled into the fall, it was fun to keep count as the twin number grew and grew and grew some more.” As per state law, parents can choose to put students in the same class or to separate them. “The school will always recommend separation–mainly to encourage independence,” said Mrs. Pugh. “Some parents choose for them to be together as they begin school and usually separate for kindergarten. There are pros and cons both ways.”

Of the ten sets of twins enrolled at Levelland ABC, four sets were born in Hockley County, four sets were born in Lubbock County, one set was born in Gaines County, and one set was born in El Paso.

When asked if they could tell the twins apart, Mrs. Pugh answered, “Sage and Gunnar? Yes! Jayden and Taylor? Yes! The rest are still a work in progress. Parents share their distinguishing characteristics–blonder hair, a birthmark between two of their fingers, etc., but if they are not side by side, it is really hard to tell!”

Mrs. Pugh is looking forward to a great year for the twins and for the campus. She also anticipates a great future for these students. “We can’t wait to see the article about their graduation from Levelland High School in 2025!” she said. “Stay tuned!”

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Last week we were learning about ordinal numbers so we ran races to see who got 1st – 10th place. 

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The support of loved ones provides the earliest and often most powerful influence on our lives. Grandparents hold a special place in our families, serving as elders, caregivers, and sources of lasting inspiration. On National Grandparents Day, September 11, 2011, we honor the loving presence of these mentors who have contributed immeasurably to the strength of our families.
On Thursday, September 8, 2011, students and staff of Levelland ABC held a special Grandparent’s Breakfast to show our appreciation to our grandparents. Approximately 150 grandparents were on hand to enjoy muffins, juice and coffee.

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Levelland ABC pre-K students recently participated in “When I Grow Up” day. This is a morning dedicated to parental/community involvement and career sharing. This year we were proud to have: Levelland Fire Department, Xcel Energy, Hockley/Lubbock County Sheriff’s Department, SPC Nursing, Lou Dee’s Floral, and Levelland Police Department. Students participated in six, ten-minute rotations. These are informative sessions based on the different careers and jobs that each of these parents and/or community members hold. At the conclusion of the rotations, teachers lead a discussion in their classrooms about the careers that were presented and then followed-up by posing the question “What would you like to do when you grow up?” The teachers are laying the foundation for students to one day make a career choice.

Xcel Energy employee, Robbie Hallford, demonstrates the power of electricity on a house touching a downed power line. He was accompanied by Freeman Miller and LABC parent, Oscar Osornio. During this rotation, students learned that being a lineman can be a very dangerous but exciting job. The Xcel employees also stressed the importance of safety around electricity.

Lou Dee’s Floral employee and parent, Arenda Shakespeare, demonstrates how to make a floral arrangement. Students learned the ins and outs of the floral business.

Father (grandpa of LABC student) and daughter (mother of LABC student) team of Officer Glen Burton of the Levelland Sheriff’s Department and Officer Marsha Pruitt of Lubbock Sheriff’s Department explained their duties working for the Sheriff’s Department.

Levelland ISD resource officers along with LABC parent, Andrew Mosteller, explained their responsibilities as police officers. They showed off “Rhino” the drug dog and taught about “Stranger Danger”.

SPC employee and LABC parent, DeEtte Edens, explained her role in the nursing field. Students were treated with gloves, tongue depressors, and band-aids before leaving this rotation.

Joe Marshall, LABC parent and employee of the Levelland Fire Department, shared his expertise of being a fire-fighter. David from Mrs. Haynes’ class is seen here trying on fire-fighter gear.

Students and staff enjoyed the day and had a little fun trying on the gear!

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At the SDE Pre-Kindergarten Conference in Dallas, Mrs. Herron, Mrs. Hawkins, and Ms. Blackshear learned many new tips and tricks to make learning fun.

Making an apple tree!

Apple Tree! (Made from a lunch bag and red pom-poms)

Mrs. Herron volunteers for a demonstration

Fun Ideas, using non-expensive items

A fun way to teach beginning sounds using a brown grocery bag!

Lots of good information, we had to write it all down!

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Goofy Gold Glittery Glasses

Mrs. Hawkins’ class learned the letter “G” while doing fun activities. They made Goofy Gold Glittery Glasses and wore them with pride all day!

                                                    Fancy, Aubrie,& Rustin on computers     

   Jasmin & Elizabeth  on the white board                               

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On November 17, 2010 Levelland Academic Beginnings Center held their UIL Invitational meet. Kindergarten and first grade students from Levelland Academic Beginnings Center, South Elementary and Ropes Elementary competed in Oral Reading and Storytelling.

Kindergarten Oral Reading Winners (L-R): 1st Place: Kinley T-Ropes Elementary, 2nd Place: Brittan D-Levelland ABC, 3rd Place: Seaver S-Ropes Elementary.

Kindergarten Oral Reading

First Grade Oral Reading Winners (L-R): 3rd Place: Chloe R-South Elementary, 1st Place: Lexi G-South Elementary, 2nd Place: Machayla P-South Elementary.

First Grade Oral Reading

Kindergarten Storytelling Winners (L-R): 4^th Place: Laynee N-Levelland ABC, 1^st Place: Chloe C-Levelland ABC, 3^rd Place: Blake H-Levelland ABC, 2^nd Place: Kendall M-Levelland ABC

Kindergarten Storytelling

First Grade Storytelling Winners (L-R): 1^st Place: Reed T-South Elementary, 2^nd Place: Jaclyn P-South Elementary, 3^rd Place: Riley S-South Elementary, 4^th Place: Reese G-South Elementary.

First Grade Storytelling

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