Week of October 10th

It's said that time flies when you're having fun.  That must be true because last Thursday marked the six week mark of the first semester.  Where did the time go? Grade reports have been mailed so families can see how their student is doing.  Teachers will be contacting the families of students who were earning a D or an F on their six week reports to schedule a meeting during fall conferences on October 26th and 27th.  General registration for conferences will open up to everyone on Monday, October 17th.  The registration link will be sent out next week  and it will also be posted on our website. 

Also included in your student's six week report are their WYTOPP scores from last Spring.  Please review those with your student.  Overall our students did quite well.  Our school report card ranking from the state is meeting expectations which we are happy with.  WYTOPP is an important measure of school and student progress, but not the only measure.  The hard work your students and their teachers are doing each day and the information on student learning found there is very valuable as well.  If students continue to work hard and families keep supporting our school, we'll keep growing on WYTOPP and other important measures.  

Scout Learning Lab (SLL) Is available from 3:05-4:00 Monday through Friday and a late bus is available.  We encourage all students who need additional time and support to demonstrate their learning to take advantage of SLL.  

Picture retakes are on October 18th.  If your student missed picture day, or would like a retake, they will have their picture taken on the 18th.  To order pictures go to mylifetouch.com and enter EVT4ZFQXJ for the picture day ID.  If your student is having a retake, please have them bring their pictures with them on the 18th. 

Upcoming Events

• October 18:          Picture Retakes
• October 26:          Early Release 
• October 26-27:     Fall Conferences
• October 27-28      No school
• November 8         No school-professional development 

Enjoy your evening and thank you for your continued feedback and support.

Week of September 26

It's homecoming week at LMS  We hope everyone will show their Scout Pride by participating.  Please watch this awesome video from the student leadership team about spirit week.

We've had a great start to the school year, but many students have been struggling with those back to school germs and have been sick.  Hopefully, we're getting to the on the other side of that.  Please remember there are no virtual days this year and LMS does not have a soft start.  Classes begin at 8:00 every day and it's important that your student is here as much as possible.  Please schedule appointments, vacations, and other non-school commitments outside of school days whenever you can.  Also, please email the attendance office at lmsattend@acsd1.org or call 721-4553 if your student must be absent. 

Drs. Cynthia Hartung (Psychology) and Derek Smith (Kinesiology & Health) at UW are conducting a research study looking at the benefits of exercise on academic performance and mood in middle school students. Students will attend three 1-hour sessions at LMS or UW. During one of the sessions, they will use an exercise bike for 16 minutes. They will also complete some verbal and computer tasks. Parents will complete some online questionnaires at various points throughout the study (total time is less than 1 hour). Drs. Hartung and Smith would like to invite you and your child to participate in their study. If you participate, your child will receive a $30 gift card and you will receive a $25 gift card. If interested, please contact Tamara Abu-Ramadan at uwyoall@gmail.com or call 307-316-4783.

Remember, there is no school this Friday, September 30th for students due to professional development for staff.  Make it a great week!

Upcoming Events

• September 26:      Winter sports night for nordic skiing, girls basketball, and wrestling 
• September 30:      No School-Professional Development
• October 2:            School Custodian Appreciation Day 
• October 18:          Picture Retakes
• October 26:          Early Release 
• October 26-27:     Fall Conferences
• October 27-28:     No School-Conferences

Week of August 29

Tuesday, August 30th is a big day at Laramie Middle School. Students will receive their Chromebooks in S4S Tuesday morning as long as their online registration is complete.  If your student is new to our district, please click on this pre-registration link. Once you have submitted the required information, you can set up a PowerSchool account and formally register your student.  If your student is a returning student, and you know your PowerSchool login, go there to update your student's information.  The PowerSchool account link can be found in Parent Resources on the ACSD1 website under the PowerSchool section.  If you have forgotten your PowerSchool login credentials, click on "Forgot Username or Password" form the PowerSchool account section and your credentials will be sent to your email.  Online registration is not available through the mobile app. If you need assistance with completing the online registration, please call the school at 721-4430. 

Tuesday is also picture day.  All students will have their picture taken. If you would like to order pictures, please go to mylifetouch.com and use the picture day ID of: EVTHN9FQZ.  Students will not receive a paper picture packet.  All pictures need to be ordered online. 

Back to school night is Tuesday as well from 5:30-7:15.  At back to school night, you follow your student's schedule and attend each of their classes for seven minutes to meet their teachers and learn about what they will be doing in their classes.  You will start in your student's S4S class at 5:30 and proceed to 1st period and so on from there. Your student will be given a schedule to fill out in S4S tomorrow so you know where to go.  If that schedule is misplaced, you can use this link to print out another one.  

Wyoming state law requires that students who attend public school are vaccinated against certain diseases or have an approved immunization waiver on file.   Please to to the Wyoming Department of Health website to view the list of required vaccinations.  State law requires students to be current on their immunizations by Friday, September 23rd.  Students who are not current on their immunization, or have an approved immunization waiver on file, may be excluded from attending school starting on Monday, September 26th.  If you have any questions regarding your child's vaccination status, please contact LMS school nurse, Mrs. O'Brien at aobrien@acsd1.org. 

We are off to a great start.  We hope you are as excited as we are for the shared experiences to come.  It's going to be our best year yet.  Make it a great week.

Upcoming Events

• August 30          Chromebook check out
• August 30          Picture day
• August 30          Back to school night
• September 5       No School-Labor Day 
• September 13     Back to school dance 

First Week 2022

We are getting dangerously close to the first day of school and the excitement is palpable.  Sixth grade orientation is tomorrow from 8:00-11:30 and orientation for 7th and 8th graders new to LMS is tomorrow from 11:00-12:30. Sixth graders and 7th and 8th graders new to LMS will receive their schedules at orientation.  Schedules for returning 7th and 8th grade students were mailed out today.  If a student is unable to attend orientation, we will mail their schedule out tomorrow. Schedules can also be viewed on PowerSchool.  To request a schedule change, please use this form.  We do our best to honor all schedule requests, however we are not always able to do so based on the availability of seats and course requirements. 

The first day of school is Thursday, August 25th.  It is a half day for students which means they attend school from 8:00-11:23. Breakfast will be served on the first day, but not lunch.  Our normal school day is from 8:00-3:05.  Our doors open at 7:30.  Students are not able to get into the building before 7:30 unless they are participating in a school activity. Students who do not ride the bus, need to be off campus 10 minutes after the end of the school day unless they are participating in a school activity.  

Students will be charged for breakfast and lunch this year.  If you might qualify for free and reduced lunch, we strongly encourage families to complete the free and reduced lunch application. The application can be completed online or you can download a paper copy.  Copies are also available at our school. Even if your student does not eat breakfast or lunch often at school, the number of students who qualify impacts our funding so please take the time to complete the application. If you need assistance completing the application, please come by the school, and we'd be happy to help you. More information on free and reduced lunch can be found here. 

August 30th is a big day at LMS.  It is picture day for starters. All students will have their picture taken. There are no picture packets.  If you would like to order pictures, please go to mylifetouch.com and enter the picture day ID: EVTHN9FQZ. Back to school night is also on the 30th from 5:30-7:30.  At back to school night, families attend each of their student's classes for a few minutes to meet teachers and ask questions.  All families are encouraged to attend back to school night.  

Finally, LMS students will check out Chromebooks during Scouts for Scouts (S4S) on the 30th.  In order to receive a Chromebook, students' online registration must be completed. If your student is new to our district, please click on this pre-registration link Once you have submitted the required information, you can set up a PowerSchool account and formally register your student.  If your student is a returning student, and you know your PowerSchool login, go there to update your student's information.  The PowerSchool account link can be found in Parent Resources on the ACSD1 website under the PowerSchool section.  If you have forgotten your PowerSchool login credentials, click on "Forgot Username or Password" form the PowerSchool account section and your credentials will be sent to your email.  Online registration is not available through the mobile app. 

We are gearing up to kick off what is going to be an amazing year at Laramie Middle School.  Our teachers and staff will be working hard next Monday through Wednesday to prepare for our students.  I know many students want to come in and put things in their lockers or walk their schedule for before the first day.  Students and families can take self-guided tours on the 24th from 3:00-5:00 if they'd like to do so.  

Upcoming Events

• August 19          6th grade orientation
• August 24          Self-guided school tours 
• August 25          First day of school
• August 30          Chromebook check out
• August 30          Picture day
• August 30          Back to school night
• September 5       No School-Labor Day 
• September 13     Back to school dance 

Back to School 2022

The first day of school is approaching quickly, and we couldn't be more excited.  Our amazing custodial staff is putting the finishing touches on our summer deep clean and the building looks great.  Teachers and other staff are preparing classrooms and lessons for the first week of school and activities are about to get underway.  Our theme for this school year is 'You Miss 100% of the Shots You Don't Take.'  Learning and growing require courage, effort, and taking risks.  Trying a new activity, learning a new song, and growing as a student, friend, brother, sister, athlete, artist, and person all involve putting yourself out there and giving your best effort.  Failure and setbacks are inevitable, but by putting in work, supporting each other, and giving our best each and every day, we'll make more shots than we miss and together we will create an amazing school year.  

There are lots of important activities and dates as we prepare for the start of another school season.  Sixth grade orientation is Friday, August 19th from 8:00-11:30.  Incoming sixth grade students check in from 8:00-8:30 and participate in orientation from 8:30-11:00 with our student leadership team.  Families return and join their students for a joint informational session from 11:00-11:30 in the LMS gym.  All incoming sixth grade students are strongly encouraged to attend orientation.  Students will meet classmates, receive their schedules, and learn about middle school during orientation.  The schedules of sixth grade students who cannot attend orientation will be mailed out. There is a shorter orientation session for new 7th and 8th grade students on the 19th as well. 

There is not an orientation session for returning 7th and 8th grade students.  Schedules for returning students will be mailed on August 17th.  Our building will be open to any student who wishes to come and find their classrooms or put things in their locker on Wednesday, August 24th from 3:00-5:00 pm.  Back to school night is Tuesday, August 30th from 5:30-7:30.  At back to school night, families attend each of their student's classes for a few minutes to meet teachers and ask questions.  All families are encouraged to attend back to school night.  

Our fall activities begin practice on Monday, August 15th.  Cross Country is open to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.  Volleyball and Football are open to 7th and 8th grade students.  There is an informational meeting for these activities this Thursday, August 11th from 6:30-7:30 in the LMS gym. All students planning to participate in these activities and their families should attend the meeting on the 11th.  Students must have a signed code of conduct  and a current physical on file in order to practice or compete.  

LMS students will check out Chromebooks during Scouts for Scouts (S4S) on Tuesday, August 30th.  In order to receive a Chromebook, students' online registration must be completed. If your student is new to our district, please click on this pre-registration link.  Once you have submitted the required information, you can set up a PowerSchool account and formally register your student.  If your student is a returning student, and you know your PowerSchool login, go there to update your student's information.  The PowerSchool account link can be found in Parent Resources on the ACSD1 website under the PowerSchool section.  If you have forgotten your PowerSchool login credentials, click on "Forgot Username or Password" form the PowerSchool account section and your credentials will be sent to your email.  Online registration is not available through the mobile app. 

Tuesday, August 30th is also picture day at LMS. All students and staff will have their picture taken. There are no picture packets.  If you would like to order pictures, please go to mylifetouch.com and enter the picture day ID: EVTHN9FQZ.  

The first blog post of the year is definitely packed with information as there is a lot happening over the next few weeks as we prepare to kick off the year.  Please refer to our website and Facebook page as well for additional updates and information.  Thank you for sharing your student with us.  It's an honor and responsibility that we don't take lightly. By working together, listening, and supporting each other we can make this year your student's best yet!

Upcoming Events

• August 11          Fall sports night
• August 15          Practice begins for volleyball, cross country, and football
• August 19          6th grade orientation
• August 24          Self-guided school tours 
• August 25          First day of school
• August 30          Chromebook check out
• August 30          Picture day
• August 30          Back to school night
• September 5       No School-Labor Day 

Week of May 30

It's the last week of school! There are many culminating activities this week as we close out the school season.  Fine cards will go out to students today.  If your student has an outstanding fine, they will receive one.  Please have your student pay all fines in the main office before the end of the week. 

Students will turn their Chromebooks and chargers in during math class on Thursday.  All students need to bring their cleaned Chromebooks and chargers on Thursday to check them in.  Students who do not check in their Chromebook and/or charger will be assessed the replacement cost. 

If your student has medication in the nurse's office, please pick it up before the end of the day on Monday, June 6th.  Also, the state of Wyoming requires all students to have the Tdap vaccine prior to their 13th birthday.  For most students this means before the start of their 7th grade year.  More information on required vaccinations can be found at health.wyo.gov/publichealth/immunization/. 

The last day for students is this Friday and it's an early release day.  All students will be dismissed at 11:23.  Students not riding the bus need to be off campus by 11:45.  Students will be participating in a field day on Friday.  Students are strongly encouraged to bring a water bottle and sunscreen as we will be outside for the majority of the morning.  Our offices will be closed from 12:00-2:30 on Friday as well. We're looking forward to a fun last day.

Thank you for your support and feedback this year.  We've faced many challenges, but by working together we've been successful.  Our theme for this year was "Don't wish for it, work for it."  Our students, faculty, and families have worked extremely hard this year and the results speak for themselves.  Our students' grades are the best they've been in the last five years, we showed great growth on WYTOPP, our music classes rocked at various contests and concerts, our sports teams won many conference championships, and the list goes on and on.  Enjoy the summer break and thank you for a great school year.

Upcoming Events

• June 1                  8th grade ice cream social 
• June 3                  Last day for students 
• August 30            Picture day 

Week of May 23

Did you miss out on the yearbook?  We may be able to order more if we meet the minimum order size.  Please complete this survey if you'd like to order a yearbook.  If more than 25 people are interested, we will set up a link for folks to place an order.  

The last day of school is rapidly approaching, but we still have a lot to do.  Every day between now and then is crucial.  If students are absent during this time, they will have very little time to make up the work they miss.  All students are responsible for all assignments even if they are not here. Please make finishing the school year strong a priority.  Students have until the end of the day on June 1st to turn in any missing work.  The first is the last day of Scout Learning Lab and the late bus.  Please let us know how we can help get your student over the finish line.

There are a lot of celebrations and activities between now and the end of the year.  The last dance is this Thursday after school until 5:00.  Admission is $4.  All students not serving ISS or OSS are encouraged to attend.  Friday is Cowboy Day.  Students should wear their favorite Western or UW gear.  The last day of school, June 3 is a field day.  Students will be in their S4S groups all day and will be dismissed at 11:23.  No lunch will be served on the last day.  This Friday, May 27th, is a full day of school for LMS.  Students will be dismissed at the normal time of 3:05 on Friday.  

Thank you for helping us finish out the school year.  It's been a successful year and we are looking forward to a great finish. 

Upcoming Events

• May 26                End of the year dance 
• May 30                No school-Memorial Day
• June 1                  8th grade ice cream social 
• June 3                  Last day for students