Week of September 8

 

Every week at LMS is action packed and this week is no exception.  Tuesday is picture day.  Throughout the morning students will be called by their grade and last name to go to the small gym and have their picture taken. All students have their pictures taken even if they are not ordering pictures. Also, we do not distribute picture packets.  To order pictures, please go to mylifetouch.com and enter our picture day ID (EVTPSCB3C).

The back to school dance is also on Tuesday from 3:05-5:00 in the main gym.  All LMS students in good standing are encouraged to attend dances. Admission is $5.00 and concessions are available.  Students attending the dance must go directly to the gym after school and must be picked up by 5:15. If a student wishes to leave the dance before 5:00, their parent or guardian must be at the school to get them.  We hope to see all of our students busting a move on Tuesday.

It is important that all students are in school every day ready to learn.  Last year our overall attendance rate improved from 91% to 93%. This is a return to our pre-pandemic level, but we can do better.  Our goal attendance rate for this year is 95%. Please set a goal to have your student miss 9 or less days for non-school reasons such as activities.   When students are present in school they build knowledge, skills, and friendships.  Being present in school not only helps your student, but helps all of our students because we learn from each other.  We want to see your student in school every day because your student’s presence matters.  Please read this handout to learn more about the importance of good attendance. 

Our district has partnered with the Cook Center to provide all families with access to parentguidance.org. If you’re concerned about your student’s attendance, mental health, or any other aspect of their development, there are resources to help you.  This website has on demand courses related to many topics including technology, anxiety, building confidence, body image, behavior and peer conflict.  Webinars and parent coaching are also available.  You can access these resources from the link above or by clicking on the student and family resources tab on the ACSD1 website. 

Scout Learning Lab (SLL) is a time after school where students get additional time and support to demonstrate their learning. It’s generally held Monday-Thursday from 3:05-4:00. Students attending SLL stay with their teachers from 3:05-3:35. If they need additional time to work and/or need to ride the late bus, they work in the west modular until around 4:15 when the late bus arrives.  Students can walk or be picked up after SLL as well. Students make arrangements with their teachers to attend SLL or teachers will reach out to families to schedule students.  Students must attend SLL in order to ride the late bus and they must be in classrooms by 3:10 in order to be put on the bus list.  SLL is open to all LMS students and it is a great opportunity for students to get the help they need. 

The start of this school season has been amazing. We are really getting into the swing of things as we enter our third week of working together. Thank you for your continued support and feedback. You are appreciated. 

Upcoming Events

• 9/9 Picture Day

• 9/9 Back to School Dance 

• 9/13 Positive Thinking Day

• 9/21 World Gratitude Day

• 9/26 No School-Professional Development

Week of September 1

I hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend and is ready for another great week at LMS. Back to school night is on Tuesday.  There is a resource fair from 4:30-5:15 in our cafeteria if you'd like to visit with transportation, need help with annual online registration, want to learn about Gear Up, or fill out a free and reduced lunch application to be entered into a drawing for a prize. The real action begins at 5:30 when parents follow students' schedules and meet each of their teachers. Attendees will spend 8 minutes in each class and go to all 7 of their student’s classes as well as S4S. Back to school night ends at 7:15. We ask that students not accompany their caregivers to back to night due to space limitations. Students will bring a schedule home with them on Tuesday so parents know where to go on Back to School Night. 

Scout Learning Lab (SLL) is a time after school where students get additional time and support in order to demonstrate their learning. It’s generally held Monday-Thursday from 3:05-4:00.  We will start SLL for this school year on Wednesday. Students attending SLL stay with their teachers from 3:05-3:35. If they need additional time to work and/or need to ride the late bus, they work in the west modular until around 4:15 when the late bus arrives.  Students can walk or be picked up after SLL as well. Students make arrangements with their teachers to attend SLL or teachers will reach out to families to schedule students.  Students must attend SLL in order to ride the late bus and they must be in classrooms by 3:10 in order to be put on the bus list.  SLL is open to all LMS students and it is a great opportunity for students to get the help they need. 

Next Tuesday, September 9th is a big day at LMS.  For starters, it is picture day.  We do not distribute picture packets at LMS.  Please go to mylifetouch.com and enter our picture day ID (EVTPSCB3C) to order pictures.  All students will have their pictures taken on picture day.  The 9th is also the day of our back to school dance from 3:05-5:00 in the main gym.  All LMS students are encouraged to attend dances. Admission is $5.00 and concessions are available.  Students attending the dance must be picked up by 5:15. We hope to see all of our students shaking a leg on the 9th. 

Our first week was fantastic. We are excited to keep the momentum rolling with another successful week.  Thank you for your continued support and feedback. Make it a great week. 

Upcoming Events

• 9/1           No School- Labor Day

• 9/2 Back to School Night

• 9/9 Picture Day

• 9/9 Back to School Dance 

• 9/26 No School-Professional Development

Week of August 25

The day we have all been waiting for is finally here!  Tuesday is the first day for students and it is a half day..  Our doors open at 7:30 and class begins at 8:00.  Students will be with their Scouts for Scouts (S4S) teachers until they are dismissed at 11:30.  Students will be learning about middle school and building community. If students do not remember who their S4S teacher is, counselors will be in the cafeteria in the morning to remind them.  All students will receive a copy of their schedule in S4S on Tuesday. On half days, breakfast is available, but lunch  is not.  Students must be off campus by 11:45.  Wednesday, August 27th is our first full day of school.  Our doors open at 7:30 and students are dismissed at 3:05.  On full days, students must be off campus by 3:15 unless they are participating in a school sponsored activity.  

Our school will be open for a no-host open house on Monday from 3:30-5:30.  This is a time for students to put things in their lockers if they wish and to walk their schedule.  We will email locker assignments and combinations to families on Monday. Teachers and staff will not be available to meet with families or answer questions at no-host open house. You will get a chance to meet your student's teachers at Back to School Night on September 2nd. 

Schedules are pretty tight, but students can request a schedule change using the appropriate link (6th grade form, 7th grade form, 8th grade form).  Our counselors will do their best to accommodate schedule change requests.  Please note we do not grant schedule change requests based on teacher preference, time of day preference, or so students can be in class with their friends.

Practices for fall activities have begun.  Our football, volleyball, and cross country teams compete during the fall season.  Students must have a completed sports physical and a signed code of conduct on file in order to practice or compete.  Families can drop off completed activity paperwork at the LMS main office.  Students can still join a fall sport. Interested students should stop by the main office to sign up. Students must complete nine practices before they can compete. 

Beginning this year, ACSD#1 will provide a free breakfast and lunch meal to all students who attend an ACSD#1 school. To maintain this valuable service, it is essential for eligible parents to submit a Free and Reduced Lunch application. By submitting the application, families can ensure that the school district receives adequate funding to support this vital initiative. The application process is straightforward and confidential, and assistance is available for those who need help completing it. We appreciate everyone taking the time to help support our initiative in providing nutritious meals free of charge for our students. 

Students will receive their Chromebooks on Tuesday if their annual online registration has been completed.  At the middle school students take their Chromebooks and chargers home with them.  All families in our district must complete the Annual Online Registration every year in PowerSchool.  This is how you update your contact information, give permission for your student to travel for school activities, grant your student permission to use technology, etc. Instructions for annual online registration and the link are on our district website under Student & Family Resources and then under the section Student Enrollment. If you have forgotten your PowerSchool login credentials, there is a link on the PowerSchool Parent Portal login screen you can click that says “Forgot Username or Password” to recover your login information. 

Tuesday, September 9th is a big day at LMS.  For starters, it is picture day.  We do not distribute picture packets at LMS.  Please go to mylifetouch.com and enter our picture day ID (EVTPSCB3C) to order pictures.  All students will have their pictures taken on picture day.  The 9th is also the day of our back to school dance from 3:05-5:00 in the main gym.  All LMS students are encouraged to attend dances. Admission is $5.00 and concessions are available.  Students attending the dance must be picked up by 5:15. We hope to see all of our students shaking a leg on the 9th. 

While we enjoy summer break, Tuesday is truly one of the best days of the year.  All of our teachers, paraeducators, bus drivers, specialists, and other staff have been eagerly awaiting our students’ return.  Thank you for sharing them with us.  We are honored to work with you in support of their growth and learning. Please keep an eye on our webpage, Facebook page, and blog to stay informed about LMS happenings. Make it a great week. 

Upcoming Events

• 8/25         No Host Open House 

• 8/26         First Day of School!!!

• 9/1           No School- Labor Day

• 9/2 Back to School Night

• 9/9 Picture Day

• 9/9 Back to School Dance 

Week of August 18

We are about a week away from the first day of school, and we are overjoyed that our students will be back soon.  Student schedules are now live in PowerSchool.  Sixth graders will get a copy of their schedule at orientation and all students will get a copy of their schedule on the first day of school in their S4S classes. If students forget who their S4S teacher is, counselors will be available in the cafeteria on the first day to remind them.  

Schedules are pretty tight, but students can request a schedule change using the appropriate link (6th grade form, 7th grade form, 8th grade form).  Our counselors will do their best to accommodate schedule change requests.  Please note we do not grant schedule change requests based on teacher preference, time of day preference, or so students can be in class with their friends.

Sixth grade orientation is this Wednesday from 8:00-11:30.  At orientation, students learn about middle school life, build community, meet their classmates, tour the school, and get their schedules.  Our student leadership team will be calling families of 6th graders with more information about orientation.  Please plan on dropping your student off at 8:00 and returning for a joint family-student session in our main gym from 11:00-11:30.  If you cannot make it to 6th grade orientation, your student will get their schedule on the first day of school. 

Practices for fall activities begin today!  Our football, volleyball, and cross country teams compete during the fall season.  Students must have a completed sports physical and a signed code of conduct on file in order to practice or compete.  Families can drop off completed activity paperwork during our office hours or bring them to the first practice. 

Our school will be open for a no host open house on Monday, August 25th from 3:30-5:30.  This is a time for students to put things in their lockers if they wish and to walk their schedule.  Teachers and staff will not be available to meet with families or answer questions.  You will get a chance to meet your student's teachers at Back to School Night on September 2nd. 

The first day for students is Tuesday, August 26th. It is a half day for students.  Our doors open at 7:30 and class begins at 8:00.  Students will be with their Scouts for Scouts (S4S) teachers until they are dismissed at 11:30.  Students will be learning about middle school and building community. On half days, breakfast is available but lunch is not.  Students must be off campus by 11:45.  Wednesday, August 27th is our first full day of school.  Our doors open at 7:30 and students are dismissed at 3:05.  On full days, students must be off campus by 3:15 unless they are participating in a school sponsored activity.  

Beginning this year, ACSD#1 will provide a free breakfast and lunch meal to all students who attend an ACSD#1 school. To maintain this valuable service, it is essential for eligible parents to submit a Free and Reduced Lunch application. By submitting the application, families can ensure that the school district receives adequate funding to support this vital initiative. The application process is straightforward and confidential, and assistance is available for those who need help completing it. We appreciate everyone taking the time to help support our initiative in providing nutritious meals free of charge for our students. 

Students will receive their Chromebooks on the 26th if their annual online registration has been completed.  At the middle school students take their Chromebooks and chargers home with them.  Students need to bring their charged Chromebook to school every day.   We are an Away for the Day school, which means all personal technology (phones, tablets, smart watches, personal computers, etc.) must be turned off and stored in students’ lockers during the day.  Students can access their personal technology after school at 3:05. 

All families in our district must complete the Annual Online Registration every year in PowerSchool.  This is how you update your contact information, give permission for your student to travel for school activities, grant your student permission to use technology, etc. Instructions for annual online registration and the link are on our district website under Student & Family Resources and then under the section Student Enrollment. If you have forgotten your PowerSchool login credentials, there is a link on the PowerSchool Parent Portal login screen you can click that says “Forgot Username or Password” to recover your login information. 

Picture day is Tuesday, September 9th.  We do not distribute picture packets at LMS.  Please go to mylifetouch.com and enter our picture day ID (EVTPSCB3C) to order pictures.  All students will have their pictures taken on picture day.  

The days are short until we are back in full swing and we are very excited for the school season to begin. Please keep an eye on our webpage, Facebook page, and blog to stay informed about LMS happenings. Make it a great week. 

Upcoming Events

• 8/18 Fall activities begin

• 8/18 Schedules go live in PowerSchool

• 8/20         6th Grade Orientation

• 8/25         No Host Open House 

• 8/26         First Day of School!!!

• 9/1           No School- Labor Day

• 9/2 Back to School Night

• 9/9 Picture Day

7th and 8th Grade Back to School 2025

The 2025-2026 school season is just around the corner.  We are working hard to prepare for the upcoming year and the return of our students.  Each spring, returning members of our student body select a theme for the coming school year. Our theme frames our collective work and guides the fulfillment of our mission and vision.  The theme chosen for this school year is: “Rise Up, Stand Out, Be a Scout”   Middle school is not a time to survive, it is a time to thrive.  We are all expected to rise up and get better each and every day.  We stand out by doing not what is easy, but rather what is right.  To be a Scout means that you give your best effort in all endeavors, that you are there for your classmates, your family, and our school.  Being a Scout means doing the right thing when no one is watching.  By rising up, standing out, and living the Scout journey we will all grow during this school season. 

Student schedules will go live in PowerSchool on Monday, August 18th.  Students will get a hard copy of their schedule on the first day from their Scouts for Scouts (S4S) teacher.  Students will be able to request schedule changes using the schedule change request form that will be posted on our website on the 18th.  Counselors will be available in the cafeteria on the first day if students forget who their S4S teachers are. 

Practices for fall activities begin on Monday, August 18th.  Football, volleyball, and cross country compete in the fall. Students must have a completed sports physical and a signed code of conduct on file in order to practice or compete.  Families can drop off completed activity paperwork during our office hours.  Families can also drop off paperwork drive through style from 4:30-5:45 on Wednesday, August 13th in the bus lane by the modulars. 

Our school will be open for a no host open house on Monday, August 25th from 3:30-5:30.  This is a time for students to put things in their lockers if they wish and to walk their schedule again.  Teachers and staff will not be available to meet with families or answer questions.  You will get a chance to meet your student's teachers at Back to School Night on September 2nd. 

The first day for students is Tuesday, August 26th. It is a half day for students.  Our doors open at 7:30 and class begins at 8:00.  Students will be with their Scouts for Scouts (S4S) teachers until they are dismissed at 11:30.  Students will be learning about middle school and building community. On half days, breakfast is available but lunch is not.  Students must be off campus by 11:45.  Wednesday, August 27th is our first full day of school.  Our doors open at 7:30 and students are dismissed at 3:05.  On full days, students must be off campus by 3:15 unless they are participating in a school sponsored activity.  

Students will receive their Chromebooks on the 26th if their annual online registration has been completed.  At the middle school students take their Chromebooks and chargers home with them.  Students need to bring their charged Chromebook to school every day.   We are an away for the day school, which means all personal technology (phones, tablets, smart watches, personal computers, etc.) must be turned off and stored in students’ lockers during the day.  Students can access their personal technology after school at 3:05. 

All families in our district must complete the Annual Online Registration every year in PowerSchool.  This is how you update your contact information, give permission for your student to travel for school activities, grant your student permission to use technology, etc. Instructions for annual online registration and the link are on our district website under Student & Family Resources and then under the section Student Enrollment. If you have forgotten your PowerSchool login credentials, there is a link on the PowerSchool Parent Portal login screen you can click that says “Forgot Username or Password” to recover your login information. 

We are very excited to have your student as part our school community.  It is an honor that you have chosen to share your student with us and we look forward to working with you this year.  Please keep an eye on our webpage, Facebook page, and blog to stay informed about LMS happenings.  It’s going to be a great year!

Upcoming Events

• 8/18 Fall activities begin

• 8/18 Schedules go live in PowerSchool

• 8/25         No Host Open House 

• 8/26         First Day of School!!!

• 9/1           No School- Labor Day

• 9/2 Back to School Night

• 9/9 Picture Day

6th Grade Back to School 2025

The 2025-2026 school season is just around the corner.  We are working hard to prepare for the upcoming year and the return of our students.  Each spring, returning members of our student body select a theme for the coming school year. Our theme frames our collective work and guides the fulfillment of our mission and vision.  The theme chosen for this school year is: “Rise Up, Stand Out, Be a Scout”   Middle school is not a time to survive, it is a time to thrive.  We are all expected to rise up and get better each and every day.  We stand out by doing not what is easy, but rather what is right.  To be a Scout means that you give your best effort in all endeavors, that you are there for your classmates, your family, and our school.  Being a Scout means doing the right thing when no one is watching.  By rising up, standing out, and living the Scout journey we will all grow during this school season. 

The first big event of your student’s middle school career is 6th grade orientation on Wednesday, August 20th.  At orientation, students learn about middle school life, build community, meet their classmates, tour the school, and get their schedules.  Our student leadership team will be calling you with more information about orientation.  Plan on dropping your student off at 8:00 and returning for a joint family-student session in our main gym from 11:00-11:30.  If your student wishes to request a schedule change, they can do so online after they get their schedule.

Practices for fall activities begin on Monday, August 18th.  Sixth grade students can participate in cross country during the fall season.  Students must have a completed sports physical and a signed code of conduct on file in order to practice or compete.  Families can drop off completed activity paperwork during our office hours.  Families can also drop off paperwork drive through style from 4:30-5:45 on Wednesday, August 13th in the bus lane by the modulars. 

Our school will be open for a no host open house on Monday, August 25th from 3:30-5:30.  This is a time for students to put things in their lockers if they wish and to walk their schedule again.  Teachers and staff will not be available to meet with families or answer questions.  You will get a chance to meet your student's teachers at Back to School Night on September 2nd. 

The first day for students is Tuesday, August 26th. It is a half day for students.  Our doors open at 7:30 and class begins at 8:00.  Students will be with their Scouts for Scouts (S4S) teachers until they are dismissed at 11:30.  Students will be learning about middle school and building community. On half days, breakfast is available but lunch is not.  Students must be off campus by 11:45.  Wednesday, August 27th is our first full day of school.  Our doors open at 7:30 and students are dismissed at 3:05.  On full days, students must be off campus by 3:15 unless they are participating in a school sponsored activity.  

Students will receive their Chromebooks on the 26th if their annual online registration has been completed.  At the middle school students take their Chromebooks and chargers home with them.  Students need to bring their charged Chromebook to school every day.   We are an away for the day school, which means all personal technology (phones, tablets, smart watches, personal computers, etc.) must be turned off and stored in students’ lockers during the day.  Students can access their personal technology after school at 3:05. 

All families in our district must complete the Annual Online Registration every year in PowerSchool.  This is how you update your contact information, give permission for your student to travel for school activities, grant your student permission to use technology, etc. Instructions for annual online registration and the link are on our district website under Student & Family Resources and then under the section Student Enrollment. If you have forgotten your PowerSchool login credentials, there is a link on the PowerSchool Parent Portal login screen you can click that says “Forgot Username or Password” to recover your login information. 

We are very excited to have your student joining our school community.  It is an honor that you have chosen to share your student with us and we look forward to working with you for the next three years.  Please keep an eye on our webpage, Facebook page, and blog to stay informed about LMS happenings.  It’s going to be a great year!

Upcoming Events

• 8/18 Fall activities begin

• 8/18 Schedules go live in PowerSchool

• 8/20         6th Grade Orientation

• 8/25         No Host Open House 

• 8/26         First Day of School!!!

• 9/1           No School- Labor Day

• 9/2 Back to School Night

• 9/9 Picture Day