Week of January 12

This month, we’re focusing on respect, which comes in many forms: respect for life, for property, for parents, for elders, for nature, and for the beliefs and rights of others. Respect includes being courteous and polite, as well as respecting yourself by avoiding self-criticism. Respect implies a certain appreciation, which makes us more aware of other people’s needs and feelings. One way to show respect is to celebrate members of your community who lead through service to others. Write “Thank You” notes to someone that has helped or served your family. Consider people in your community like veterans, teachers,nurses/doctors, ministers, bus drivers, police officers, firefighters, mailcarriers, etc. Read more about respect in this month’s CKH newsletter. 

The first semester ends on Friday, January 23rd which is a half day so all students will be dismissed at 11:30.  Lunch will not be served.  Students have until 11:30 on the 23rd to hand in any missing assignments.  Report cards will be available in Powerschool at 3:00 on Wednesday, January, 28th. Please encourage your student to stay on top of their classes and to utilize Scout Learning Lab if they need extra time and support.  Let’s finish the semester strong!

We are fortunate to be a part of a successful and caring school community. Please take a minute to recognize someone who has made a difference for your student by using this link to nominate them for a Difference Maker Award in recognition of their exceptional performance. Awards are given to recipients in their staff mailboxes.  It only takes a few moments to really make someone’s day.

The Wyoming Cowboys basketball team is taking on the San Diego State Aztecs on Wednesday at 6:00 PM.  Any student can show their student ID at the ticketing office on gameday to receive a free General Admission ticket to sit in the student section (sections B-C in the AA). Families who would like to purchase tickets in advance, can take advantage of the Student For A Game Promotion. This $15 ticket includes: one general admission game ticket for the student section (sections B-C), a free Pepsi product (received on gameday), and a promotional giveaway (received on gameday). If you’re looking for a fun family outing on Wednesday, please go support the Pokes!

Students can see their second semester schedules in PowerSchool.  If they would like to request a schedule change, the links to do so are live. It’s best to request a schedule change before the second semester starts so students’ schedules are correct from the beginning. We do our best to grant schedule change requests, but it’s not always possible.  Please remember we do not grant schedule change requests based on teacher preference, wanting to be with friends, or time of day preference.  

• 6th grade form: https://forms.gle/oLdrukyQtzLj28X1A

• 7th grade form: https://forms.gle/e3EYencD14RowubaA

• 8th grade form: https://forms.gle/qj8cXmWZyX9ir9VY9

As 2026 marches on, it’s imperative that we finish the semester on a high note by being present and engaged every day.  Thank you for helping your student be successful by getting them to school on time and ready to learn each day.  Make it a great week!

Upcoming Events

• 1/19 No school-Martin Luther King Day

• 1/23 End of the first semester (early release) 

• 1/26 Second semester begins 

• 1/28 Report cards available

• 2/16 No school-professional development

Week of January 5

Happy New Year! The start of the year is a great time for reflection and celebration. We have had a great first “half” of the school year.  Thank you for your feedback, support, and participation.  An area that has not been great is attendance.  So far this year our attendance rate is 3% lower than last year.  While it is inevitable that students will miss school due to illness and other obligations, a 3% increase in absenteeism represents an additional 1373 days of school missed compared to the same period last year.  This does not include absences related to school activities.  Please do whatever you can to get your student to school on time, every day.  It matters and it makes a difference. 

Periodically we solicit feedback to monitor and improve our practice.  I know that the number of surveys we send out can be a bit overwhelming, but the information we get back is very helpful.  Please use the link below to complete a survey about our school.  Your feedback is greatly appreciated.  

• https://app.ckh.org/public-survey/69daboem 

The first semester ends on Friday, January 23rd, which is half day for students. So while winter break feels like the halfway point of the school year, we have a good chunk of the first semester to finish up. Please encourage your student to stay on top of their classes and to utilize Scout Learning Lab if they need extra time and support. 

Students can see their second semester schedules in PowerSchool.  If they would like to request a schedule change, the links to do so are live. It’s best to request a schedule change before the second semester starts so students’ schedules are correct from the beginning. We do our best to grant schedule change requests, but it’s not always possible.  Please remember we do not grant schedule change requests based on teacher preference, wanting to be with friends, or time of day preference.  

• 6th grade form: https://forms.gle/oLdrukyQtzLj28X1A

• 7th grade form: https://forms.gle/e3EYencD14RowubaA

• 8th grade form: https://forms.gle/qj8cXmWZyX9ir9VY9

The new year is blasting off with the start of boys basketball, girls wrestling, and nordic skiing getting out on the trails.  Let’s work together to make 2026 our best year yet.  Make it a great week!

Upcoming Events

• 1/5 Boys basketball and girls basketball begin

• 1/19 No school-Martin Luther King Day

• 1/23 End of the first semester 

• 1/26 Second semester begins 

• 2/16 No school-professional development

Week of December 15

It’s the last week of the year!  Thank you for making the start of this school season successful. We’ve had so much success in the classroom, on the stage, and in activities already this year. Along those lines, congratulations to the 7th Grade C, 8th Grade B, and 8th Grade A girls basketball teams on winning their conference tournaments.  Great work Scouts!  We are looking forward to even more success in 2026.  

Of course we’re doing a spirit week starting tomorrow.  Tuesday is flannel day, Wednesday is holiday sweater, Thursday is holiday hats and socks, and Friday is Christmas comfy.  We hope all students and staff show their holiday spirit and Scout pride by participating in spirit week. 

Our December staff meeting is on Wednesday after school.  All LMS staff will be attending, so there will be no SLL, late bus, clubs, or other activities after school that day.  All students should go home immediately after school on Wednesday. 

As part of our festivities this week, there is a dance on Thursday in the main gym.  The dance is from 3:05-5:00 and all LMS students not serving ISS or OSS are encouraged to attend.  Admission is $5.00 and concessions will be available.  Students who attend the dance must be picked up by 5:15 and cannot ride the late bus.  We hope to see everyone at the dance!

The lost and found is out of bounds.  Please encourage your student to look for their missing items this week. There are hoodies, water bottles, lunch boxes, sweats, and so much more. We will be cleaning out the lost and found during winter break.

We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season and we can’t wait to see everyone back in the new year.  We hope you enjoy quality time with family, celebration, and rest over the break.  Make it a great week! 

Upcoming Events

• 12/16 Choir concert

• 12/17 No Scout Learning Lab-Staff Meeting

• 12/18 Winter Dance

• 12/22-1/2 No School-Winter Break

• 1/5 Classes resume

• 1/23 End of the first semester

Week of December 8

This month, we’re challenging your students to reflect on their experiences and take responsibility for how they choose to learn and grow from these experiences. We are partnering with you to grow and develop your child’s sense of responsibility. As you reflect as a family, celebrate your accomplishments, identify areas you may want to improve, and consider new ways to serve others in the days ahead. As the new year approaches, instead of writing a long list of resolutions or goals for the new year, ask each family member to focus on one word. Set aside time and ask each family member to share their word and why they chose it.  You can read more on building responsibility in this month’s CKH newsletter. 

Last week was filled with celebration at LMS.  We learned we were named a model professional learning community.  In a professional learning community, teachers collaborate in support of student learning and provide additional time and support for students to demonstrate and extend their learning.  We were also excited to honor Mr. Halsey on Friday.  He was named the Milken Educator of the year for Wyoming.  This is a very prestigious honor and we are all very proud of him.  If you haven’t seen it, Mr. Halsey’s reaction video is classic.  Thank you for partnering with us in support of your student and our growth as a school community. 

We also celebrated the winners of our fall cake contest held in 8th grade cooking classes.  The students worked very hard on their cakes and they all were fantastic.  Emma Brant, Paige Teini, Browdy Bowlds, and Brayden Vasquez took first place with “Picnic.”  Brayton Isaak, Jace Gosar, and Pyrce Baker earned second with “The Art of the Wild” and Kayden Fredrick, Penny Kenny, Jonas Gertsch, and Will Depue were third with “Rainbow Unicorn.”

If your student is missing some of their cold weather gear, it may be in our lost and found which is filling up again at a rapid pace.  We will be clearing the lost and found out again during winter break.  Please encourage your student to look for their missing hoodies, coats, hats, and other items in the meantime. 

It promises to be a busy and exciting two weeks before the winter break.  We have much to celebrate and much to do.  Thank you for sending your student to school every day ready to learn.  Make it a great week.

Upcoming Events

• 12/8 67th Day of School

• 12/12 Parade of Lights

• 12/17 No Scout Learning Lab-Staff Meeting

• 12/18 Winter Dance

• 12/22-1/2 No School-Winter Break

Week of December 1

The LMS Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:00 pm in the LMS library.  All LMS families are cordially invited to this month’s meeting tomorrow.  We will be discussing the end of the semester, school recalibration, and soliciting feedback from families.  We hope to see you there.

The arrival of more seasonal weather prompts a reminder that our school opens at 7:30 each morning. Please do not drop your student off before 7:30.  It is also important that your student dresses for the weather.  Yes, they are inside during the school day, but buses break down, fire alarms go off, and other unexpected events can occur.  We don’t want students outside in shorts in cold weather. 

If your student is missing some of their cold weather gear, it may be in our lost and found which is filling up again at a rapid pace.  We will be clearing the lost and found out again during winter break.  Please encourage your student to look for their missing hoodies, coats, hats, and other items in the meantime. 

It can be a bit hectic in Circle Drive before school.  If students are prepared to get out immediately and don’t wait until they are in the front spot to exit, it makes things smoother and safer for everyone. If your student takes longer to get out of the car, or needs to get large items out of the back, please pull into short-term parking so traffic can continue to flow.  Please watch this video to become a master of dropping off in Circle Drive. 

I hope everyone had a restful and fulfilling Thanksgiving break.  The next three weeks are part of the crucial sprint to the end of the calendar year.  There will be a lot of crucial learning between now and winter break. Please make every effort to help your student be present every day.  It makes a difference.  Make it a great week. 

Upcoming Events

• 12/1 Rosa Parks Day

• 12/4 Crazy Socks Day

• 12/6 Saturday Scout Learning Lab 

• 12/17 No Scout Learning Lab-Staff Meeting

• 12/22-1/2 No School-Winter Break

Week of November 24

Please join us tonight for Family Night from 6:00 - 7:15 in the LMS cafeteria.  We have planned a fun evening including several rounds of family bingo with opportunities to win fantastic family gift baskets.  Additionally, we will have a variety of supervised side activities available throughout the evening to engage all ages. We will also be serving complimentary refreshments, featuring a hot cocoa bar with an assorted selection of toppings as well as fresh popcorn.  There is no cost to participate and all LMS students and families are encouraged to attend.  We look forward to seeing your family for a night of community and fun!!

The Annual LMS Fall Food drive ended last Friday. We smashed the school record collecting a total of 4,590 non-perishable food items that will be donated to Laramie Interfaith.  The 7th grade brought in 383 items, the 6th grade stepped up with 830 items, and the 8th grade claimed victory with 1041 items. We combined these items with those that the Student Leadership Team collected on Halloween to reach our record setting total.  Thank you to everyone who supported our food drive.  Together, we have made a big difference this year.

It can be a bit hectic in Circle Drive before school.  If students are prepared to get out immediately and don’t wait until they are in the front spot to exit, it makes things smoother and safer for everyone. If your student takes longer to get out of the car, or needs to get large items out of the back, please pull into short-term parking so traffic can continue to flow.  Please watch this video to become a master of dropping off in Circle Drive. 

We only have two days of school this week. Both days are ‘all’ days and there is no Scout Learning Lab, clubs, or late bus on Tuesday.  All students need to head home directly after school tomorrow unless they are attending practice.  We are so very thankful for the opportunity to work with you in support of your student’s growth. It is an honor to be a part of your student’s journey.  We wish you all a safe and relaxing Thanksgiving.  

Upcoming Events

• 11/24 Family Night

• 11/26-11/28 No School-Thanksgiving Break 

• 12/1 Rosa Parks Day

• 12/4 Crazy Socks Day

• 12/6 Saturday Scout Learning Lab

Week of November 17

 

It is American Education Week!  This week celebrates the wide range of support professionals who help our students succeed-from paraeducators and clerical staff to bus drivers, technical specialists and student service workers. Every one of them plays a vital role supporting students and families while keeping our schools running and thriving.  Please join us in recognizing their vital roles in our school community. 

The Annual LMS Fall Food drive wraps up on Friday.  The class that collects the most non-perishable food items will be rewarded during lunch next week with cookies and hot chocolate.  Eighth grade is in the lead with 522 items.  Sixth grade is on their heels with 510 items, and seventh grade is saving up for a sprint to the finish with 164 items.  When we include the items collected by the student leadership team on Halloween, we are closing in on our goal of 4000 items with 3220 collected so far.  Students can drop off nonperishable food items in the cafeteria before school or with their S4S teachers.  Thank you to everyone who has donated already.  Please consider supporting the food drive as we try to set a new school record and help those in need in our community. You can learn more about the food drive by watching this video.

Twelve week progress reports are going out today at 2:00.  Please check your email after 2:00 and review your student’s report and to identify areas of celebration and areas of need. There is still a lot of time left in the semester to address any deficiencies.  Scout Learning Lab is available Monday through Thursday for students who need extra help.  Let’s finish the last 6 weeks of the semester strong!

In this month of gratitude it’s important to take a second to acknowledge all of the little things that make life good.  A warm meal with family, a stranger holding the door for you, a friend sending you a funny message, all of these things and many more are something to be grateful for. We’re thankful for the opportunity to see your student smile at school this week. Make it a great week. 

Upcoming Events

• 11/17-11/21 American Education Week

• 11/21 Substitute Appreciation Day

• 11/26-11/28 No School-Thanksgiving Break 

• 12/1 Rosa Parks Day

• 12/4 Crazy Socks Day