Principal's Weekly Update for Nov. 30, 2025
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LCMS Bobcat Parents and Families,
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! We are looking forward to seeing our Bobcats back at school tomorrow. Bobcats are reminded to plug in their Chromebooks this evening and bring them to school tomorrow fully charged!
Monday, December 1st will be a B Day.
English Benchmark Test on Wednesday, December 3rd
Bobcats in grades 6, 7, and 8 will take the English benchmark test on Wednesday, December 3rd. We will have an alternate bell schedule, which will slightly impact lunch shift times. The English benchmark test will be an opportunity for students to demonstrate their reading and writing skills and progress, so we encourage them to do their best! Please talk with your child about using their reading strategies and taking their time on the test.
It is always important for students to bring their fully charged Chromebooks to school, and it will be especially important on Wednesday for the English benchmark test!
Jingle Jamboree on Friday, December 5th
Bobcats are invited for some festive fun at our Jingle Jamboree on Friday, December 5th after school until 6:00 p.m.! This exciting event is designed for students to celebrate the end of the semester with a variety of engaging activities. Students will dance their hearts out in the cafeteria, enjoy holiday-themed shows and shorts in the forum, unleash their creativity with crafts and coloring in the classrooms, and play exciting games in the gym. This is a great opportunity to create wonderful memories with friends and classmates. Permission forms with the $5 admission are due by Thursday, December 4th after the last lunch shift.
Blue Ridge Virginia Governor’s School Applications Due Friday, December 5th
8th Grade Students and Families: Applications for the Blue Ridge Virginia Governor's School are due on Friday, December 5th. The purpose of BRVGS is to serve the academic needs of a community of motivated, high-ability students through a variety of instructional strategies and learning opportunities that engage their interests and challenge their intellectual boundaries beyond a traditional high school experience.
Please contact Mrs. Floyd, LCMS Special Services School Counselor, with any questions: [email protected], 540-894-5457 ext 2061.
Candy Cane Grams
The LCMS PTA is excited to offer Candy Cane Grams available for purchase by students, staff, and family members! Each Candy Cane Gram will include a special message from the sender attached to a candy cane, and they are only $1 each. They can be purchased online now, and will be available for cash purchases during lunch shifts on December 9th and December 11th. Sales end December 12th, with delivery the week of December 15th. Candy Cane Grams are a great way to show appreciation for friends, teachers, and classmates while supporting the LCMS PTA.
Classroom Spelling Bees
Bobcats will participate in classroom spelling bees in their English classes before winter break. Students will receive study lists from their English teachers. Grade level spelling bees will take place on Thursday, January 15th.
Bobcat Kindness Closet
We would like to highlight that there is a link on the LCMS Student Start Page for the Bobcat Kindness Closet. The Kindness Closet was created to help provide our Bobcat families with items to meet their basic needs. If a student could benefit from some of the items listed, please fill out the form indicating the items needed. Clothes, including coats, are available, along with toiletries. We will gather the requested items and deliver them to students in a discreet manner. Students can also share their needs with their grade level school counselor.
Additionally, donations are continually needed for the Kindness Closet! If you would like to donate items, please contact our office or a school counselor. Some examples of items that are needed include girls’ and boys’ deodorant, feminine products, undergarments, shampoo, toothpaste, floss, and body wash. Donations can be dropped off in the LCMS main office. Thank you for your generosity and support in keeping the Kindness Closet stocked to meet our school community’s needs!
It is going to be a great week at LCMS! 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