Elementary Students

What to Expect at LEO 

The Leander Extended Opportunity Center (LEO) provides a structured and supportive environment for elementary students.

A typical day in the elementary classroom:

Students arrive by bus or parent vehicle by 7:30 a.m. and proceed directly to their elementary classroom. Just like at all Leander ISD campuses, each day begins with the pledge and a moment of silence. Immediately after, the staff reviews campus expectations with the students before they dive into their classwork. Students primarily work on assignments sent by their home campus teacher. If a student finishes early, the LEO teacher will provide additional LEO-specific assignments. Around 9:30 a.m., students take a short break for physical education, typically walking or running on the nearby middle school track. On days with inclement weather, activities are relocated indoors to the school's Multi-Purpose Room (MPR). Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. Students go through the lunch line and return to the classroom to eat. After lunch, they resume working on their assignments. Around 2:00 p.m., students participate in self-discipline lessons.

 Discipline and Self-Monitoring 

Consistent discipline is maintained throughout the day to ensure a secure and orderly learning environment. Students are expected to remain on task with their assignments, and communication between students is limited to maintain focus. Behavior is continuously monitored in the classrooms. Each elementary student uses a daily self-discipline log, which is attached to their desk. The teacher marks this log at the end of each period, with students able to earn up to five points per period. Students receive credit for the period if they have followed the rules and completed adequate work. This frequent feedback helps students understand their progress and allows them to self-correct if they notice they aren't earning the points needed for the day to count officially. This program is specifically designed to help students learn how to monitor their own behavior. At the end of each day, the teacher provides a summary of points earned. This gives both the student and parent clear insight into how the day went. A copy is also sent to the administrator who assigned the student to LEO. In most cases, students successfully earn the necessary points to receive full credit for the day.