Principal's Weekly Update for Sept. 28, 2025
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LCMS Bobcat Parents and Families,
Monday, September 29th will be a B Day.
LCPS Kindness Month Kicks Off on Wednesday, October 1st
As you may know, each October, we celebrate #Kindness Month here at Louisa County Public Schools. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the launch of our Kindness movement, we are launching a new initiative called #Kindness: A Decade of Difference.
Students will receive a new LCPS Kindness shirt to wear on Wednesday, October 1st!
Throughout the month of October, our school and entire division will be participating in various acts of kindness together, such as creating thank you cards for veterans, raising money for local non-profits, showing our appreciation to first responders, and so much more. Each week will feature new and exciting efforts, which we will share with you as we go throughout the month of October.
So, be sure to keep up with our weekly all-calls and emails to stay up-to-date. Once again, let’s come together to spread Kindness far and wide throughout the month of October as we celebrate Kindness here at Louisa County Public Schools.
Reminders of Morning and Afternoon Procedures
Morning Arrival
Upon arrival at school, all car riders should be dropped off in the inner circle at the front of LCMS. It is important that parents/guardians pull all the way forward in the inner circle and drop off their children in a timely manner to prevent any traffic congestion in the mornings.
Afternoon Pickup
Between the hours of 2:30 pm and 3:30 pm, no vehicles are permitted to park or stop for loading in the main entrance loop. All parents/guardians picking up their children at LCMS during this time period should use the parking spaces in the parking lot adjacent to the bus lot. There are ample parking spaces available in the afternoons toward the bottom of the parking lot. Those picking up should meet students at the top of the parking lot near the sidewalk area. Students should not walk in the parking lot without being accompanied by an adult.
*Please ensure that you park in a parking spot; do not double park behind another vehicle. Also, do not stop in the main entrance loop; doing so can back up traffic on the road. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding. Thank you for helping us maintain a smooth and safe parking experience for everyone.
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.
Vaping Education Assemblies This Week
This week, our middle school students will attend assemblies featuring a nationally recognized "edutainer" who uses highly interactive presentations to address critical youth topics. The presentations will focus on the serious dangers of vaping. Students will receive vital, educational, and inspirational messages about making positive decisions for their health. We encourage you to talk with your student about the presentation this week. Learning about the risks of vaping is a critical step in supporting your student's well-being. Thank you for your continued partnership.
LCMS Fundraiser
HOW: Have you taken five minutes to register your student for the Mega Blast Air BMX Show? For simply registering and loading 10 adult emails into our platform and earning $50 in donations from those emails, your student earns an invitation to the THE MEGA BLAST AIR CIRCUS SHOW, featuring the Freestyle Connection BMX Stunt Team, during the school day on October 23rd!
Click this link to register and load 10 adult emails. It’s that easy.
www.themegablast.com/join/Louisa
WHAT: Our simple and easy Mega Blast fundraiser. No products, no selling, no delivery, no money collection.
WHERE: All online and virtual from the safety of your home.
WHEN: Right now! We are just halfway through our campaign.
Thank you for your support of our school!
LCMS Student Showcase: Friday, October 10th
Would you like a glimpse into your child’s school day? Would you like to see firsthand what they have been working on so far this school year? Would you like to see their writings, creations, and evidence of their learning and progress?
Mark your calendar for Friday, October 10th for our LCMS Student Showcase! Families are invited to visit our school from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. prior to the LCHS Varsity football game in the Jungle, which kicks off at 7:30. Families can enjoy dinner at the tailgate in front of the middle school from 5:30 to 6:30. Students will be showcasing their learning, progress, creativity, and successes so far this school year. Families are invited to visit each of their child’s classrooms and teachers, as well as other areas in our school such as our library, and students who have their Showcase Card punched will receive a student ticket to the football game! Mark your calendar to visit LCMS on Friday, October 10th from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. for the Student Showcase!
*Students should be accompanied by an adult for the Student Showcase event. Families and important adults are invited and encouraged to visit with their middle schooler!
School-Wide Costume Theme on October 31st
Get ready to go bananas, because this year's school-wide costume theme is Minions!
On Friday, October 31st, we're inviting all students and staff to join in the fun by dressing up as their favorite Minion. Whether Bobcats would like to be a classic Kevin, Stuart, or Bob, or simply wear a yellow shirt with denim, we can't wait to see our school transformed into a Minion army!
*If they choose, students may each receive a free Minion Beanie, which they will receive in homeroom class on Thursday, October 30th.
(Students may dress up on Friday, October 31st, as long as dress code guidelines are followed and there are no Halloween masks.)
Community Service Day: Tuesday, October 14th
LCMS students and staff will be participating in a community service activity on Tuesday, October 14th, as a way to give back to our community. For this community service project, we will be working together to clean up the campus and roadsides throughout Louisa County. This is an excellent opportunity for students to be involved in a service project that benefits our community.
Please complete, sign, and return this permission form to the LCMS Main Office by Wednesday, October 1st.
Trunk or Treat at Louisa County High School: Tuesday, October 28th
Bring the whole family out for a safe, fun-filled evening of Halloween festivities! The LCHS Community of students and staff will be decorating car trunks and handing out candy to trick-or-treaters of all ages.
Event Highlights:
-Creative, decorated trunks
-Candy and treats for kids
-Family-friendly costumes encouraged
-Safe and welcoming environment
Location: Louisa County High School Parking Lot
Date & Time: October 28, 2025 / 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
For more information: LCHS Trunk or Treat Facebook Event
To support the Trunk or Treat event, LCMS is participating in a Candy Drive the week of October 6th-10th. The fourth period class that donates the most pieces of candy will enjoy a pizza party! Please drop off donations in the main office, labeled with your child’s homeroom teacher’s name for the competition!
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. ENJOY 10% OFF your order with this code: F2510OFF.
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 must be brought back on retake day for a student to have a retake.
Patriot’s Pen Writing Contest
We encourage our Bobcats to enter the Patriot’s Pen Writing Contest. 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.
Looking Ahead:
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.
Next After School Dance: October 24th
We have had great times at our after school dances so far this school year! Our next after school dance will be on Friday, October 24th, and there is an LCHS Varsity home football games that evening as well!
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