LCMS Principal Weekly Update for Oct. 6, 2024
LCMS Bobcat Parents and Families,
Monday, October 7th will be an A Day.
#Kindness Month
Each October, we celebrate #Kindness Month here at Louisa County Public Schools. This month, we are launching a new initiative, Kindness For The Commonwealth, and we will be collecting funds and other donations to support students, staff, and families with Grayson County Public Schools. Louisa County Middle School will adopt Grayson County Middle School. This school division in southwest Virginia was tremendously impacted by flooding caused by Hurricane Helene and faces days, months, and years of recovery.
As part of this movement, we are hosting several different initiatives:
First, we will be hosting a coin drive at our school from October 7th to October 18th, with all of the proceeds going to support the GCPS community. Students and visitors can place coin donations in designated collection bottles located in our main office! Grade levels will be competing to see who can donate the most, and the winning grade level will be recognized!
The LCMS Yearbook Staff will be holding a bracelet fundraiser starting next week! They will be selling handmade bracelets in the cafeteria Monday-Friday (10/7-10/11) during all lunch shifts! Bracelets will be $2 each, and all proceeds will be donated to the hurricane relief efforts in Grayson County!
Then, from October 21st to October 31st, we will be collecting supplies for the GCPS community, such as cleaning supplies, basic school supplies, canned food, and bottled water. Supplies can be dropped off at our front office. You can find a full list of recommended supplies on our division website, lcps.k12.va.us.
So be sure to bring in your spare change starting October 7th as we support our friends in Grayson County as they recover from Hurricane Helene.
Scholastic Book Fair October 7th-11th
The LCMS Library will be hosting the Scholastic Book Fair from Monday, October 7th to Friday, October 11th. Students will be able to visit the fair with their Social Studies teachers on their scheduled day. The fair will also be open in the morning at 7:45 and during lunch for students who have money to make a purchase but not simply browse. The fair will be open for a family night on Tuesday, October 8th to students and their families after school from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please feel free to stop in and pick up some amazing new books to read!
Teacher Workday: Monday, October 14th
Monday, October 14th is a teacher workday and there will be no school for students.
Blue Ridge Virginia Governor's School
An informational night will be held on Wednesday, 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 his or her learning and education. Please contact Mrs. Floyd, Special Services School Counselor, with any questions: [email protected], 540-894-5457 ext 2061.
LCMS Student Showcase: Friday, October 18th
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 18th 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 18th from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. for the Student Showcase!
Picture Day Orders and Makeups
Fall pictures are included in our annual yearbook, so students who did not have their picture taken on the original picture day are encouraged to participate in the makeup picture day, which will be on Tuesday, October 22nd. There will also be an opportunity for those who ordered pictures to have their picture retaken on that day.
Socktober
Socktober has arrived! Students can donate socks, winter hats, scarves, sweatshirts, jackets, and anything else to help stay warm this winter! Even a small act of love, such as donating a pair of socks, can make a big difference in the lives of our neighbors. Grade level bins are set up in the cafeteria for students to place their donations and participate in the grade level competition! Remember, all items must be new. Donations will be accepted through Friday, October 25th.
School-Wide Costume Theme: Mickey and Minnie!
For Thursday, October 31st, students and staff are invited to unite in a school-wide theme in the spirit of fun -- Mickey and Minnie! Whether Bobcats want to dress up as the iconic duo or simply wear red and black, we can't wait to see some Disney magic in our school through these classic characters!
*If they choose, students may each receive a Mickey/Minnie headband, which they will receive in homeroom class on Wednesday, October 30th.
(Students may dress up on Thursday, October 31st, as long as dress code guidelines are followed and there are no Halloween masks.)
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