LCMS Bobcat Parents and Families,
There will be no school on Monday, January 20th, as we commemorate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tuesday, January 21st will be an A Day.
Emergency Procedure Reviews
As we continue to practice our emergency procedures throughout the school year, we will have a Lockdown
drill and a Bus Evacuation
drill this week.
LCMS Yearbook
Be sure to order your LCMS yearbook for $40 by February 20th for the last chance to personalize the cover! Students can take cash or a check payable to Louisa County Middle School to Ms. Ventre in room 901, or you can order online at
https://bit.ly/LCMSYearbook2024.
Students can celebrate their journey, friends, and achievements in this incredible year, forever captured in our LCMS yearbook!
LCMS PTA Membership Drive
We encourage and welcome all parents, grandparents, and community supporters to join the LCMS PTA! Membership is only $5, and the funds will be used to support students and staff at LCMS. As an incentive to join by January 31st, the LCMS PTA is holding a schoolwide membership drive to win custom designed t-shirts! Memberships can be purchased
online or by returning the
printable membership form.
How much to join? $5 per member
Who can join? Anyone! Parents, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, Sisters, Brothers, Friends, Teachers, Community Members, the list goes on and on!
Do I have to volunteer? NO, but that would be AMAZING!
What are the Benefits of Joining? To support the school, students, and staff! Be the first to hear about LCMS PTA News/Events.
Black History Month Video Competition
Black History Month begins on February 1st! Bobcats will join their grade-level Google Classroom for the Black History Month contests by clicking the links on the
LCMS Student Start Page! In remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the first video was released last week. Students who complete the video by Tuesday, January 21st will be entered into a drawing to win a prize! Daily videos will be posted during February highlighting the achievements of African Americans. Students will carefully watch Edpuzzle videos and answer the questions. Daily and weekly winners will be selected based on how well students score and how many videos they complete.
Governor’s School Testing Will Begin Soon
Testing for the Blue Ridge Virginia Governor's School will begin soon. Applicants, be on the lookout for an email with details, and contact Mrs. Floyd, LCMS Special Services School Counselor, with any questions:
[email protected], 540-894-5457 ext 2061.
School Survey of Climate and Working Conditions
Our school, in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services and the Virginia Department of Education, is conducting the Virginia School Survey of Climate and Working Conditions. We will survey students in grades 6, 7, and 8, as well as classroom instructors and staff, between January 27 and February 7. The purpose of this survey is to measure student support, student engagement, school discipline, and safety conditions in each school. This information will be used to guide educational practices that produce a safe and supportive school environment. Please view the
informational letter to read more about the survey, and please notify the school office by telephone or letter by January 24, 2025 if you do not wish for your child to participate.
Pal Pops Available Now Online!
The LCMS PTA is excited to offer Pal Pops, available for purchase by students, staff, and family members! Looking for a fun and unique treat for friends? Pal Pops are the perfect candy rings to share with your pals! Sweet, colorful, and totally shareable, these candy rings make for an awesome, playful treat that’ll bring smiles all around.
Whether you’re celebrating with your besties or just sharing a little sweetness, Pal Pops are the perfect way to spread joy! Each Ring
Pop will include a special message from the sender, and they are only $1 each. They will be available for cash purchases during lunch shifts on Tuesday and Thursday, February 4th and 6th, and can be purchased
online. Sales will end on Friday, February 11th, so don’t miss out. Pal Pops will be delivered to 4th block classrooms on Friday, February 14th.
Future Dates
We will have a Valentine’s Dance on Friday, February 7th after school until 5:30. The permission form will be emailed to families the Sunday prior
. Permission forms must be turned in by Thursday, February 6th by 1:20 (end of lunch shifts). We are looking forward to this opportunity for social time and fun!
Parent-teacher conferences will take place on Wednesday, February 26th from 3:45 to 7:00 p.m. I encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to stay connected with your child’s teachers about your child’s academic progress. Conferences play an important role in fostering collaboration, understanding, and support in your child's educational journey. We are eager to connect with you as we partner to provide the best possible middle school experience!
Continuing to look ahead, we will have a “Pot of Gold” dance on Friday, March 14th after school until 5:30 p.m. On Friday, April 4th, we will have a dance from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. for rising 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students as a way of welcoming our future Bobcats!
The 8th Grade Formal will take place for 8th grade Bobcats on Saturday, May 3rd from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. The theme (selected by votes from 8th grade students) is “Tropical Paradise!”
These are all great opportunities for middle school memories to be made!
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