Week of September 10

This week brings fall WYTOPP testing to LMS. The WYTOPP (Wyoming Test of Proficiency and Progress) is the state-mandated test that replaced PAWS.  We also take the interim test in the fall in place of MAP.  To accommodate testing and have the least disruption to student's overall schedules, we will have four block days this week.  Our schedule will go Even, Odd, Even, Odd, All.  The longer blocks allow all students to take their ELA and math tests during class so they do not have to miss other classes to test.  WYTOPP data helps us not only measure student progress, but helps us identify areas of celebration and areas of growth as it relates to our curriculum and instruction.

WYTOPP data from last Spring has just been released.  You will be receiving your student's report with their six week grade report in a couple of weeks.  This school year, you should receive your student's results at the end May or beginning of June.  Results were late this year due to the implementation of the new test.  Overall LMS students performed well.  We saw growth in most areas and are pleased with the efforts of our students, staff, and families.  The WYTOPP is an important data point, but it is just one piece of data.  Teacher created assessments, family input, and student perspectives are also very valuable pieces of information we seek out and and use to guide instruction.

Wyoming state statute requires all students who attend public schools to be immunized or have the appropriate waiver on fall. If your student's immunization records are not up to date, you should have been contacted by Mrs. Woodhouse, the school nurse, if your student's records are out of date.  Students will not be able to attend class after September 21st if their vaccines are not up to date.  Please visit immunizewyoming.com for additional information or contact Mrs. Woodhouse. 

Due to unforeseen circumstances the 8th grade football game scheduled for Thursday, September 13th has been moved to Tuesday, September 11th.  The 7th grade games scheduled for Thursday remain unchanged. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Upcoming Events: 

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• September 24                 No school-professional development
• October 1                       Homecoming week
• October 2                       Picture retakes 
• October 2                       LMS family night 
• October 24-25                Fall conferences