LCMS Bobcat Parents and Families,
Monday, March 31st will be a B Day.
Report Cards
Report cards were sent home with students on Friday, March 28th. 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!
9th Grade Transition Night on Wednesday, April 2nd
8th grade families and students are invited to the upcoming Transitions Night at LCHS on Wednesday, April 2nd –
Making the Transition to High School:
What Students and Parents Should Know.
From LCHS:
We look forward to presenting what you and your child can expect from 9th grade next year at LCHS. Dinner will be provided at 5:00, and an informational session will begin promptly at 5:45. You will have the opportunity to meet LCHS teachers of many subjects and ask questions of those teachers, as well as gather brochures and handouts explaining course expectations. If you have any questions concerning the event, please call LCHS at (540) 894-5436. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing the class of 2029 on Wednesday, April 2nd!
New Exploratory Wheel Begins for Sixth Grade Bobcats on Thursday, April 3rd
The sixth exploratory rotation (E6) will begin for sixth grade students on Thursday, April 3rd. Students can check out their PowerSchool Student Portal to see which class they have next!
5th, 6th, and 7th Grade Dance: Friday, April 4th
There will be an evening dance on Friday, April 4th at 6:00 p.m. at LCMS for
current 5th, 6th, and 7th graders! Permission forms (linked here) will be turned in, along with $5, at the door upon arrival at LCMS.
When: Friday, April 4th, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Where: LCMS Cafeteria
Cost: $5 - collected at the door upon arrival
Drop-off: When facing LCMS, there are two sets of entrance doors –
6th and 7th grade - main visitor entrance on the right
5th grade - front entrance on the left
Pickup: *
Beginning* at 8:30 at the same doors students were dropped off
*Enter campus via Bus Garage Road (not the main entrance) and park in the bus lot
*Early pickups are difficult because students are still dancing!
Pizza, soda, water, chips, and candy will be available for purchase. All school rules apply at the dance. Students are expected to dance appropriately and dress according to the dress code. Cell phones must remain out of sight and not be used during the dance. We look forward to welcoming our future Bobcats at this special dance!
Louisa County Public Schools is HIRING!
Are you ready?! Now is your chance to join the best team in the world: #TeamLCPS! We will be hosting our 2025 LCPS Job Fair on Saturday, April 26th and we would love to meet you! We are looking for teachers, custodians, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, and more!
Know someone who would be interested? Please help us out by spreading the word!
TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE:
https://forms.gle/qbBu9XhX2toCkQ3i7
ParentGuidance.org
ParentGuidance.org is a valuable resource for our community. Don't forget to check out the
website for FREE parent resources! Attached are also April's calendar of mental health series, the information for the next Ask a Therapist, and information to sign up for parent coaching.
Parenting can be challenging and, at times, feel isolating. Parent coaching is here to provide support during those tough moments. Offered at no cost, parent coaching connects you with a coach and resources developed by therapists. Click here to sign up for ongoing support:
https://cookcenter.info/coaching
Looking Ahead:
National Civics Bee Local Competition at LCHS: Tuesday, April 8th
Join us for the National Civics Bee Local Competition, hosted by the Louisa County Chamber of Commerce, on Tuesday, April 8th! This exciting FREE event aims to engage and inspire our youth to explore the importance of civic knowledge and responsibility.
The competition will showcase talented essay winners as they compete in a 90-minute, in-person challenge featuring two rounds of civics questions, followed by a Q&A session. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to demonstrate their understanding of civic principles and their commitment to making a positive impact in their communities. There will also be great prizes available for audience members!
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Competition Begins: 6:00 PM
Location: Louisa County High School, Alan Jackson Theater
Local Prizes:
1st Place: $500 cash prize
2nd Place: $250 cash prize
3rd Place: $125 cash prize
We encourage all families and community members to come out and support our students in this engaging event, and possibly win some great prizes as audience members!
For more information about the National Civics Bee, visit the
Louisa County Chamber of Commerce website. We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating our students' achievements!
LCMS Talent Show: Friday, April 11th
The LCMS Talent Show will take place on Friday, April 11th at 6:00 p.m. We are excited to see a showcase of our Bocbats’ talents!
SOL Testing Dates
Please mark your calendar for the end-of-year SOL tests:
6th and 7th Grades
Reading SOL – Tuesday, April 29
Math SOL – Tuesday, May 6
8th Grade
Civics SOL – Thursday, April 24
Reading SOL – Wednesday, April 30
Math SOL – Tuesday, May 6
Science SOL – Monday, May 12
Chromebooks
Please ensure your student brings their fully charged Chromebook to school each day, especially on SOL testing days. If a student has lost their Chromebook charger, the replacement cost is $35, and students may purchase a replacement from the Technology Help Desk in the library.
Attendance Matters!
As always, students should stay home when they are sick but should attend school when possible. Students who have 17 or more absences in a given year, whether they are excused or unexcused absences, are considered chronically absent and are subject to being retained. Let us work together to support our students in achieving their academic goals. Every day counts, and we appreciate your partnership in ensuring their success.
It is understandable that unforeseen circumstances may arise, and absences due to illness or family emergencies can be inevitable. However, we encourage you to prioritize attendance whenever possible and to communicate with the school when your child cannot attend. When students are absent, parents should submit a note explaining the reason for the absence. Notes can be dropped off in the main office or emailed to
[email protected].
Maintaining High Expectations for Success!
It is also important that students continue to meet the highest expectations of conduct, including being respectful, having general good behavior and Bobcat citizenship, keeping hands, feet, and all other objects to oneself, and abiding by the school dress code and electronic device policies. Please encourage your child to end the school year positively by making good choices and thinking before they speak and act.
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