Principal's Weekly Update for Sept. 7, 2025
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LCMS Bobcat Parents and Families,
Monday, September 8th will be an A Day.
Picture Day: Tuesday, September 9th
Picture Day will be Tuesday, September 9th! You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTQPCGZF. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping! Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com.
Hearing and Vision Screenings for 7th Grade Students: Wednesday and Thursday, September 10th and 11th
The Lions Club will be coming to LCMS during the school day on Wednesday and Thursday, September 10th and 11th for hearing and vision screening for 7th grade students.
Wear Red, White, and Blue on Thursday, September 11th
September 11th is recognized each year as Patriot Day. Bobcat students and staff will wear red, white, and blue on this designated day for reflection and commemoration.
Interim Reports Sent Home on Friday, September 12th
Interim reports will come home with students on Friday, September 12th. We 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!
Patriot’s Pen Writing Contest
This week, students will be hearing 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.
From the LCMS PTA:
The LCMS PTA is hosting the first general PTA meeting of the school year on Wednesday, September 10th at 6:30 IN PERSON at the Middle School and with a virtual option too! This is your chance to meet the Board Members, learn about upcoming events, and find out how YOU can get involved in your favorite middle school!

Be sure to follow the Louisa County Middle School PTA on Facebook.
LCMS Yearbooks
Yearbooks for the 2025-2026 school year are now available to purchase! You can order online using this link, or students can bring in cash or a check (made payable to LCMS). The price is currently $38. Students can see Ms. Dallas Ventre in room 901 with any questions.
Rivanna Gear and Apparel
Check out the LCMS Online Store to get some Bobcat gear and show your school pride! Orders are customizable and are shipped directly to your house!
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