The LCE News

April 15, 2026 Edition

 

Joseph P. Roach, Principal
roach_j@nrschools.org
(513) 752-1432 ext. 13402

3431 Locust Corner Road
Cincinnati, OH  45245
Phone: (513) 752-1432
Fax: (513) 752-0611
https://www.nrschools.org/o/lces

Mary Henderson, Secretary
henderson_m@nrschoools.org
(513) 752-1432 ext. 13408

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Upcoming Events

April 15        Musical Rehearsal- 3:30-5pm
April 16        LCE Musical- 6:30pm & Art Display- 5:30pm-7:15pm
April 17        Yearbook Sale Ends
April 17        Book Fair Ends (PTO)
April 17        Musical Cast Party- 3:30-5pm
April 20        State Testing (OST)- 5th Grade- Science- Part 1
April 20        Board of Education Meeting- 6pm- District Office
April 21        State Testing (OST)- 5th Grade- Science- Part 2
April 22        State Testing (OST)- 4th Grade- Math- Part 1
April 22        Skate Night (PTO)- Beechmont Rollarena- 6-8:30pm
April 23        District Art Show Begins
April 23        State Testing (OST)- 4th Grade- Math- Part 2
April 27        Flower Sale Pickup (PTO)
April 27        State Testing (OST)- 3rd Grade- Math- Part 1
April 28        State Testing (OST)- 3rd Grade- Math- Part 2
April 29        State Testing (OST)- 5th Grade- Math- Part 1
April 30        District Art Show Closes
April 30        State Testing (OST)- 5th Grade- Math- Part 2
April 30        Field Trip- 1st Grade- Cincinnati Zoo
May 1           Field Trip- 2nd Grade- Museum Center
May 1           Field Trip- 4th Grade- Grant Career Center (Big Build Project)
May 4           Staff Appreciation Week Begins
May 4           Field Trip- Special Education 5th Graders to NRMS
May 5           Field Trip- 5th Grade- Cincinnati Reds HOF & Museum
May 5           Student Council Meeting- 3:30pm

 

Art Show Gallery

Many of our students K-5 will have artwork on display in the Locust Corner hallway Art Gallery.

Art will be on view Thursday evening , April 16, 5:30- 7:15pm before the school Musical,  and will remain up for a week or so for students and staff to enjoy during the school day!

Thanks, Mr. Cook

 

 

School Musical- April 16th

Join us for an exciting evening at LCE on Thursday, April 16 for our spring musical, The Claw, beginning at 6:30 PM! Be sure to arrive early to enjoy our Art Show featuring student artwork on display and to visit the Book Fair in the library, which will be open for shopping throughout the evening. When an out-of-order claw machine suddenly springs back to life, most of the toys are thrilled—except for Dot, a nervous stuffed cow who fears losing her home and her best friend, Aiden. With the help of the Flair Bears, Mighty Mutant Power Turtles, Beanie Elders, and the wise Mystical 8-ball, Dot must find the courage to face the unknown. We hope to see you there for a fun-filled night!

 
 

 
 

New Student Registration

New Student Registration is now open for the upcoming school year- 2026/2027! Families new to the district can complete the online registration process by visiting https://www.nrschools.org/page/all-student-registration. To prepare, please gather copies of the following required documents: proof of residency (utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement), an official state-issued birth certificate, up-to-date immunization records, custody papers (if applicable), and a parent/guardian photo ID.

Please note that families who live outside of the school district and are currently attending LCE through Open Enrollment must re-apply for admission each year by completing the New Student Registration process. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the school office—we are happy to help!

📅 2026–2027 School Calendar- Now Available!

We’re excited to share that the 2026–2027 School Calendar is now available for families to view and plan ahead.

Once again, we will begin the school year with a staggered start:

Wednesday, August 19, 2026:  Grades 2 & 4 Begin
Thursday, August 20, 2026 – Grades 1, 3 & 5 Begin
Friday, August 21, 2026 – All students Preschool-5th grade attend (Preschool & Kindergarten First Day of School)

This staggered start allows our staff to give students extra attention as they transition into a new school year.

You can view the full 2026–2027 calendar by CLICKING HERE. We’re already looking forward to another great year at LCE!

Kroger Community Rewards

Did you know you can support Locust Corner Elementary just by shopping at Kroger? Through the Kroger Community Rewards Program, every time you use your Kroger Plus Card, a portion of your purchase will be donated back to our school—at no extra cost to you!

It’s easy to help:
**Go to Kroger Community Rewards
**Sign in (or create) your Kroger account
**Search for Locust Corner Elementary School 
**Enroll and start earning rewards for our school every time you shop!

Absence Reporting

Parents can now report a student’s absence online—no need to call the school. The link is below and also available on the LCE Website, and you may also bookmark the page for quick and easy access whenever needed.

LCE Online Absence Reporting Link

For More Information
If you need more information, please call our school office at (513) 752-1432 or refer to the Parent/Student Handbook posted on the LCE Website.