LCMS Bobcat Parents and Families,
There will be no school on Monday, September 7th for the Labor Day holiday. I hope all of our Bobcats enjoy the day off! Tuesday, September 8th will be an A Day.
Hearing and Vision Screenings for 7th Grade Students: Wednesday and Thursday, September 9th and 10th
The Lions Club will be coming to LCMS during the school day on Wednesday and Thursday, September 9th and 10th, to provide hearing and vision screenings for 7th-grade students.
Wear Red, White, and Blue on Friday, 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 11th
Interim reports will come home with students on Friday, September 11th. 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!
Constitution Day Competitions Kicking Off This Week
Constitution Day is coming up on Thursday, September 17th. This week, we will be kicking off several patriotic competitions.
Bobcats can join their grade-level Google Classroom for the United States Constitution Video Competition by clicking the links on the
LCMS Student Start Page. Several videos will be posted during the week, highlighting the United States Constitution, beginning on Tuesday, September 8th. Students will carefully watch the Edpuzzle videos and answer the questions. Videos must be completed by Wednesday, September 16th at 3:00. Winners will be selected based on how well students score and how many videos they complete.
At the end of the week, students can also visit the
Student Start Page for Kahoot Game links! Winners will be chosen from the Bobcats with the highest scores! Students should enter their first and last names so we can identify the prize recipients! The Kahoot game closes on Wednesday, September 16th at 3:00.
Lastly, students are encouraged to enter the
Design a Patriotic Star Contest! Copies of the patriotic star were given out through social studies class. Extra copies can be found in the cafeterias. Students should use lots of RED, WHITE, and BLUE in their designs. Entries are due by Friday, September 11th. Students can place their submissions in their grade level basket in the cafeterias.
LCMS Yearbooks
Yearbooks for the 2026-2027 school year are now available to purchase! You can order
online, or students can bring 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.
Patriot’s Pen Writing Contest
The
Patriot’s Pen Writing 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 in response to the theme “What A Veteran Taught Me About America.” Students interested in participating must submit their essay with a completed
2026-2027 entry form to their local participating VFW Post. Applications must be turned in by midnight on October 31st.
Looking Ahead:
After School Dances
We will have our next after school dance on Friday, September 18th until 5:30! Permission forms will be distributed the week prior. The $10 fee will include admission to the dance and one student admission to the LCHS Varsity home football game in the Jungle! We are excited to have some social time with our Bobcats, followed by cheering on our Lions in the Jungle!
There will also be an after school dance on Friday, October 2nd, and there will be an LCHS Varsity home football game that day as well!
Mobile Dentist Clinic Coming to LCMS: Wednesday, September 23rd
LCMS will be hosting a Mobile Dental Clinic on Wednesday, September 23rd.
By seeing the in-school dentist, you can keep your child healthy, in school, and learning. Plus, it’s easy and convenient for you. Simply go to
www.myschooldentist.com or fill out and sign the permission form and return it to the school with your child. Please contact Nurse Smith with any questions.
LCMS Student Showcase: Friday, October 16th
Mark your calendar for Friday, October 16th 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. Students who have their Showcase Card punched will receive a student ticket to the football game!
Blue Ridge Virginia Governor's School
An informational night will be held on Wednesday, October 21st 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 their learning and education. Please contact Mrs. Floyd, Special Services School Counselor, with any questions:
[email protected],
540-894-5457 ext 2061.