Lewis & Clark Explorers PTO

Lewis & Clark Explorers PTO The mission of the Lewis and Clark Explorers PTO is to provide assistance and support to the teachers, staff and students.

Congratulations to our May “Earn a Slice for Being Nice” Student of the Month winners! 🍕🎉These students have shown kindn...
05/22/2026

Congratulations to our May “Earn a Slice for Being Nice” Student of the Month winners! 🍕🎉

These students have shown kindness, respect, responsibility, and positivity throughout the month of May. We are so proud of the example they set for others each day!

As a reward for their outstanding behavior and leadership, they earned a special pizza celebration! Thank you for helping make our school such a great place to learn and grow.

Keep spreading kindness and showing what it means to be nice! ❤️

05/18/2026

☁️ PJs, Popcorn, and Pure Fun! 🍿✨

Get those slippers ready! This Wednesday, May 20th, we’re trading in our school clothes for our favorite pajamas for PJ & Popcorn Day!

It’s been a busy month of Change Wars and celebrations, so the PTO wants to help everyone "chill out" and enjoy a cozy mid-week treat.

What you need to know:

💤 The Fit: Wear your favorite (school-appropriate) pajamas to school!

🍿 The Treat: Every student will receive a bag of fresh, delicious popcorn to enjoy during the day.

🎟️ The Cost: Totally FREE, courtesy of your PTO!

Let’s get cozy and make some memories. We can't wait to see everyone in their best loungewear! 🛌💤

We were so excited to welcome author Ms. Bonine for a special visit with our students! Students had an amazing time list...
05/17/2026

We were so excited to welcome author Ms. Bonine for a special visit with our students!

Students had an amazing time listening to her recently released book, A Magical Summer Day, and hearing all about the inspiration behind the story. The excitement and smiles throughout the room made it clear just how much everyone enjoyed the experience!

A huge thank you to Ms. Bonine for spending time with us, sharing her love of reading and writing, and helping inspire our young readers and future authors. 💙

🚨 CHANGE WAR FINAL RESULTS 🚨After an awesome battle of coins, cash, and classroom teamwork… we officially have a winner!...
05/17/2026

🚨 CHANGE WAR FINAL RESULTS 🚨

After an awesome battle of coins, cash, and classroom teamwork… we officially have a winner! 🪙💵🎉

🥇 Congratulations to TEAM 2 for taking the victory with an incredible total of $495.98!

Team 1 put up a great fight with $381.36, but Team 2 pulled ahead and earned themselves a well-deserved 🍧 POPSICLE PARTY! 🍧

A HUGE thank you to all of our students, families, and staff who participated and donated during the Change War. Your support and excitement made this so much fun, and every bit helps make great things happen for our school! ❤️

Great job everyone! 🎉

Last week we had the opportunity to celebrate our amazing teachers and staff during Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week! 💚...
05/14/2026

Last week we had the opportunity to celebrate our amazing teachers and staff during Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week! 💚🍎

The PTO was proud to provide lunch and gift cards for the incredible people who give so much to our students and school every single day. We are so thankful for everything you do and all the care, patience, and support you show our kids throughout the year.

We also want to give a huge shoutout to Frosted Pine Coffee for accommodating the large number of gift cards we needed and helping make the week extra special. We truly appreciate the support!

Thank you again to all of our teachers and staff for everything you do for our school community. 💙💚

🐧 Big News: Author Martha Bonine is Visiting Today!We are so excited to announce that local author Martha Jane Bonine is...
05/14/2026

🐧 Big News: Author Martha Bonine is Visiting Today!
We are so excited to announce that local author Martha Jane Bonine is spending the day with the Lewis and Clark Explorer Community!

Ms. Bonine is visiting our classrooms today to share her brand-new children’s book and talk to our students about the magic of storytelling and the wonders of the natural world.

📖 About the Book: A Magical Summer Day: An Antarctica Tale
Set in the icy landscape of Paradise Bay, Antarctica, the story follows Aurora Adelie and her penguin pals. What starts as a fun day of play turns into a lesson in bravery when they encounter Leonardo the Leopard Seal. It’s a beautiful story about:

Facing fears with courage.

Problem-solving together as a team.

Opening your heart to new friendships.

🛒 Where to Find It
If your explorer comes home inspired and wants to read more, you can find A Magical Summer Day on Amazon or her website https://marthajanebonine.com.

We are thrilled to provide our students with the opportunity to meet a real author and dive into the world of Aurora Adelie. Ask your child tonight about what they learned during Ms. Bonine’s visit!

🚨 Change War Update 🚨The battle is getting intense and we only have 3 more days left to collect! 💥💰Current totals:💜 Team...
05/12/2026

🚨 Change War Update 🚨

The battle is getting intense and we only have 3 more days left to collect! 💥💰

Current totals:
💜 Team 1: $350.69
💜 Team 2: $366.13

That means Team 2 is currently in the lead by only $15.44 👀

Every bit counts — coins, cash, and Venmo donations are all accepted! Let’s see which team takes home the win and ultimate bragging rights 🏆

Thank you to all of our students, families, and staff for supporting the fun! Keep those donations coming!

🚨 Change War Update! 🚨The competition is heating up 🔥💥 Team 1: $164.98💥 Team 2: $108.54There’s still ONE WEEK LEFT to ba...
05/09/2026

🚨 Change War Update! 🚨

The competition is heating up 🔥

💥 Team 1: $164.98
💥 Team 2: $108.54

There’s still ONE WEEK LEFT to battle it out and every penny counts! 💰

We accept:
✔️ Change
✔️ Bills
✔️ Venmo

Let’s see which team can take the win!

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🎉 Congratulations to our April Earn a Slice for Being Nice Student of the Month winners! 🍕👏These students were recognize...
05/07/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our April Earn a Slice for Being Nice Student of the Month winners! 🍕👏

These students were recognized for showing kindness, respect, leadership, and making a positive impact at school each day. We are proud of the example they set for others and the positivity they bring to our school community.

Great job, Explorers — keep spreading kindness! 💙💛

🪙 CHANGE WAR UPDATE! 🪙Things are heating up in the hallways! Our amazing students have been digging deep into those couc...
05/05/2026

🪙 CHANGE WAR UPDATE! 🪙

Things are heating up in the hallways! Our amazing students have been digging deep into those couch cushions, and we have our first official standings!

A huge "Thank You" to Mrs. Brown’s 4th grade class, who put their math skills to work today to tally up every single penny, nickel, and dime! 📊🧮

Here is where we stand:

TEAM 1: $105.11

TEAM 2: $215.96 📈

Team 2 is currently in the lead, but don’t count Team 1 out yet! We still have plenty of time left to turn the tide. Remember, the winning team gets a special treat, so keep that change coming!

Who will take the lead by Friday? Let’s go, teams! ⚔️💰

05/03/2026

🍎 It’s Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week! 🍎

Starting tomorrow, May 4th, we are officially celebrating the incredible people who make our school a second home! Our teachers and staff go above and beyond every single day, and now it’s our turn to shower them with the love they deserve. ✨

Whether it's a hardworking teacher, a dedicated bus driver, or our amazing custodial and office staff, let’s make sure they know just how much they mean to us.

How can you participate?

💌 Write a Note: Nothing beats a heartfelt, handwritten "thank you" from a student.

🎨 Get Creative: Draw a picture or make a small craft to brighten their desk.

🗣️ Say It Loud: A simple "I appreciate you" in the hallway goes a long way!

Let’s fill their week with smiles, gratitude, and lots of school spirit. Thank you to our educators for all the heart you put into our teams! ❤️

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1603 Grand Avenue
Council Bluffs, IA
51503

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+17123286471

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