Louisa County Middle School

Home of the Bobcats

Monday, September 15th will be a B Day.

Wear Red, White, and Blue on Wednesday, September 17th
Bobcat students and staff will wear red, white, and blue on Wednesday, September 17th for Constitution Day! Constitution Day became a national observance in 2004 when Senator Robert Byrd passed a bill designating September 17th as the day for citizens to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution and learn more about our founding document.

It has been wonderful to see our Bobcats’ creativity shine in the Patriotic Star Decorating Contest! Bobcats are also participating in a United States Constitution Video Competition by carefully watching Edpuzzle videos and answering questions. Winners will be selected based on how well students score and how many videos they complete! Students have also been participating in United States Constitution Kahoot games! Winners will be chosen from the Bobcats with the highest scores! The competitions will close on Tuesday, September 16th at 3:00.

Remind your child to visit the LCMS Student Start page and click the Constitution Day link to access the video competition and the Kahoot games!

Interim Reports Went Home on Friday
Interim reports were sent home with students on Friday, September 12th. Please review the report with your child and contact teachers with any questions or concerns. I also encourage you to frequently monitor your child’s academic progress by using the online PowerSchool Parent Portal where you are able to see the detailed grade book for each class, as well as attendance and tardy information. Working together, we can ensure your child’s growth and success!

School Pictures are Ready!
To order school pictures, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's student ID number and Picture Day ID: EVTQPCGZF.

All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card. Read more about the Smilesafe program here.

Fall pictures are included in our annual yearbook, so students who did not have their picture taken are encouraged to participate in the makeup picture day, which will be on Monday, October 20th. There will also be an opportunity for those who ordered pictures to have their picture retaken on that day. The picture order or proof, which will arrive in the next few weeks, must be brought back on retake day for a student to have a retake.

How Students and Families Participate:
On Wednesday, our fundraiser representative will lead kick-offs to tell students about the fundraiser. Families will receive an email with all the kickoff details on Wednesday. Participating is quick and easy—it takes less than five minutes using a phone, tablet, or computer.

To get started early, visit the following link to register and enter the email addresses of 10 adults (such as friends or family members): www.themegablast.com/join/Louisa

Student Incentives:
Once a student is registered and has sent out 10 adult emails, they will instantly receive five special Golden Ticket prizes:
· Light Up Fidget Spinner!
· Light Up Pop Tube!
· Bling Bling Jelly Ring!
· Zee Beez Pop Top
· $500 in Tuition Rewards points for college

If a student raises at least $50 from supporters in the next two weeks, they will attend THE MEGA BLAST AIR CIRCUS SHOW, featuring the Freestyle Connection BMX Stunt Team. This team will bring both a ¼ Pipe Ramp and a Full Box Ramp, along with three professional BMX stunt riders, for this exciting event. More details to come!

Patriot’s Pen Writing Contest
This past week, students heard about the Patriot’s Pen Writing Contest in social studies classes. The essay contest encourages young minds to examine America’s history, along with their own experiences in modern American society, by drafting a 300- to 400-word essay, expressing their views based on a patriotic theme chosen by the VFW Commander-in-Chief. Students interested in participating must submit their essay prepared on this year's theme, with a completed 2025-2026 entry form, to their local participating VFW Post. Applications must be turned in by midnight on October 31st.

ParentGuidance.org
Louisa County Public Schools has partnered with the Cook Center for Human Connection and their Mental Health Resource Center, ParentGuidance.org.

ParentGuidance.org is a website that was developed to help parents, guardians, and caregivers with parenting advice from the top clinicians and experts who offer guidance around issues related to the most common challenges parents face today: anxiety, social media use, school avoidance, bullying, and more.

It offers on-demand, anonymous courses and resources from experts who can help parents address common concerns, improve family relationships, and support your overall child's emotional well-being. The content is created by licensed therapists and experienced teachers! ParentGuidance.org aims to provide parents and caregivers with the tools they need to create a loving and supportive home for their children. Find the tools that you need to support your family, in English or Spanish, completely free.


Looking Ahead:
New Exploratory Wheel Begins for Sixth Grade Bobcats on Monday, September 22nd
The second exploratory rotation (E2) begins for sixth grade students on Monday, September 22nd. The exploratory wheel is a rotation of six classes that meet for six weeks each. Students can check out their PowerSchool Student Portal to see which class they have next!

After School Dance: Friday, September 26th
We will have our next after school dance on Friday, September 26th until 5:30! Permission forms will be distributed the week prior. The $10 fee will include admission to the dance and one student admission to the LCHS Varsity home football game in the Jungle! We are excited to have some social time with our Bobcats, followed by cheering on our Lions in the Jungle!

There will also be an after school dance on October 24th, and there will be an LCHS Varsity home football game that day as well!

Community Service Day: Tuesday, October 14th
October 13th and 14th will be teacher work days/staff development days, and there will be no school for students. Tuesday, October 14th will be a Community Service Day. LCMS students are invited to participate in a campus/roadside cleanup. This is an excellent opportunity for students to be involved in a service project that benefits our community. Signup information will be available the week of September 22nd.

Mobile Dentist Clinic Coming to LCMS on Thursday, October 2nd
Through a partnership with Care Stream, Louisa County Public Schools will be hosting Mobile Dental Clinics during the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters. Dates for Fall 2025 are listed below.

Available for Medicaid-eligible students, these clinics will offer:
- Dental Check-Ups
- Cleanings
- Diet Counseling
- Fluoride Therapy
- Sealants for Cavity Prevention
- Fillings

Mobile Clinics will be held on the following dates/locations:
- October 2 @ LCMS
- October 7 @ LCHS
- October 8/9 @ TES
- October 21/22 @ JES
- October 23 @ M-NES
- October 28/29 @ TJES

Once again, these services are offered to Medicaid-eligible students. For those interested in participating, please contact our school nurse. Please also click here to access consent forms that are required to participate. You can also email [email protected] for more details.

Blue Ridge Virginia Governor's School
An informational night will be held on Thursday, October 16th at 6:30 p.m. in the LCMS Forum for 8th graders and parents interested in learning more about the Blue Ridge Virginia Governor's School. Seventh grade families are welcome to attend to get a jump start for their 8th grade year.

The Blue Ridge Virginia Governor’s School (BRVGS) is an academic year governor’s school that provides a challenging and differentiated program of studies in core academic subjects, emphasizing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The program utilizes interactive video technology, field trips, and team coaching to create a regional community of learners from the counties of Fluvanna, Goochland, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, Madison, and Orange. Methods of instruction and learning aided by technology will aim to put the student in control of their learning and education. Please contact Mrs. Floyd, Special Services School Counselor, with any questions: [email protected], 540-894-5457 ext 2061.


If you have any questions, or if we can help in any way, please call our office at (540) 894-5457.

Amanda Harper, Ed.D.
Principal
Louisa County Middle School