About Layne

When parents/guardians are looking for a school for their child, they often ask about the types of programs our school offers. We have a number of programs and activities for both our students and their families. The list below will give you an idea of some of the opportunities available for you and your child.

Academics

• Chess Club
• Quick Recal and Future Problem Solving
• STLP
• Lego Robotics
• STEM/STEAM Lab

Athletics

• Volleyball
  
• Cross-Country/Track
  
• Basketball
  
• Cheerleading
• Girls on the Run
• Physical education classes for kindergarten through fifth grade
  
• We are a Health Promotion School of Excellence (HPSE).

Arts and Humanities

• Band for fourth and fifth grade
  
• Vocal music for kindergarten through fifth grade
  
• Talent Show

Layne's House System

Students earn house points for positive behavior, good grades and more. We have competitions based on community involvement such as can goods collection and personal hygiene collection. Students are randomly put in a house at the beginning of the year and stay in the same house until they leave Layne.
The five houses are House of Achievement (green), House of Integrity (red), House of Determination (blue), House of Courage (purple) and House of Optimism (yellow).

Technology

• Technology classes for kindergarten through fifth grade

In addition, we are a part of the following:

• HPSE
• Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program
  
• Healthier U.S. Bronze School
  
• Blessings in a Backpack
  
• Junior Achievement
  
• Safety City
  
• Tim Horton's Foundation Camp Kentahten

Family Opportunities

• Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
• Fall Festival
  
• Winter Sing-a-Long
  
• Math Night
  
• Science Night
  
• Family Literacy Night
  
• Lunch with Grandparents, a literacy event
  
• Doughnuts and Dad's, a literacy event
  
• Muffins and Moms, a literacy event
  
• Parent-Teacher Conference Days