As you may know, March is a very busy month, and much has already occurred. I really appreciate the feedback. Your input helps my staff and me know how to make our school even more effective for your children and our students, so thank you!
A reminder that the LCMS Spring Sports Parent meeting will be held on Thursday, March 19 at 6:00 p.m. in the LCMS Forum. Please join us on this night as Terry Marks (the Middle School Athletic Director) will share with you important information as well as how to sign up for "Bobcat Sports Updates," which will inform you of all of the up-to-date events.
The Athletics Department also has its own website at https://sites.google.com/a/lcps.k12.va.us/lcms-athletics/ This site provides you with all information regarding upcoming events. Another method to reach this website is to go to the LCMS webpage at http://lcms.lcps.k12.va.us/pages/Louisa_County_Middle_School . Click the tab Activities and then Athletics, which will take you to the above mentioned website.
Under the LCMS main page, there is also another tab Students. Please click on Student Announcements. These are the daily announcements made for students each morning.
Finally, if you have questions about upcoming events, please email Terry Mark directly at markstl@lcps.k12.va.us or contact her at (540) 894-5457 ext. 2140. She looks forward to speaking with you directly. Thank you!
Additionally, Tuesday, March 24 is Parent Teacher Conference. Your teacher should be communicating the following information to you. In a nut shell, you can email or call your child's teachers directly if you wish to schedule a fifteen minute appointment. These appointments are from 3:40 p.m. to 5:35 p.m., with 5:20 p.m. as the last fifteen minute appointment.
From 5:35 p.m. to 7:10 p.m. parents and guardians are welcome to drop in to see their child's teachers without an appointment. Please note that scheduled appointments are on a first come, first serve basis, and teachers are taking requests for appointments from parents and guardians from now until Friday, March 20. We will try out best to accommodate the time that you have requested.
After bus dismissal and up to 3:40 p.m. staff members will be meeting with me. We will begin our Parent Teacher Conferences promptly at 3:40 p.m. We look forward to seeing you on that night!
As always, please feel free to contact me at chenlc@lcps.k12.va.us if you have questions, concerns, or any feedback that you would like to share.
The following are some important updates and announcements.
Announcements
Thank you to Morning Announcers – Nicole Harlow and Jamori Harris
Thank you to Nicole Harlow and Jamori Harris for their contributions to morning announcements. You provided us with important upcoming news in a clear voice and pleasant tone! On Monday, March 16, we will have two new guest speakers, Jakob Johnson and Alexis Lagon. We look forward to these announcements!
Thank you to Nicole Harlow and Jamori Harris for their contributions to morning announcements. You provided us with important upcoming news in a clear voice and pleasant tone! On Monday, March 16, we will have two new guest speakers, Jakob Johnson and Alexis Lagon. We look forward to these announcements!
LCMS Book Fair – Tuesday, March 24
Rebecca Baughman and Sue Watson will be hosting the book fair during parent teacher conferences on Tuesday, March 24 from 3:40 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Please stop by for this event!
Rebecca Baughman and Sue Watson will be hosting the book fair during parent teacher conferences on Tuesday, March 24 from 3:40 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Please stop by for this event!
The Louisa County Middle School Technology Student Association (TSA) will have sixteen students participating in the South Central TSA Regional Fair this Saturday, March 14. Students attending the competition are: Gordon Alexander, Kenneth Allison, Walker Bourne, Jacob Burch, Kylee Cormier, Keveanu Duncan, Nathaniel Dwyer, Denise Gray, Abigale Hart, Zachary Heidel, Cameron Knight, Timothy MacDougall, Ian Murphy, Liam Ratcliff, Clyde Ray, and DaShay Shelton. The students will be participating in various events including: Challenging Technological Issues, Community Service Video, Dragster, Flight, Go Green Manufacturing, STEM Animation, System Control Technology, Water Infrastructure. Students placing in the top three may advance to Technosphere (State TSA leadership conference) in May 2015. Thank you for Richard Dye (Technology teacher) for his leadership of this program and to our students for all of their hard work!
Odyssey of the Mind – Saturday, March 14
The Odyssey of the Mind competition has been reschedule to Saturday, March 14 due to inclement weather. For more information, please contact Doreen Kaiser (Sp.Ed. teacher) at kaiserdg@lcps.k12.va.us We wish our students the best of luck! Thank you to Doreen Kaiser for being the OM coach!
The Odyssey of the Mind competition has been reschedule to Saturday, March 14 due to inclement weather. For more information, please contact Doreen Kaiser (Sp.Ed. teacher) at kaiserdg@lcps.k12.va.us We wish our students the best of luck! Thank you to Doreen Kaiser for being the OM coach!
Grade 8 Parent Letter for English SOL
Your child in Grade 8 has recently received a letter about the English SOL tests that he or she will be involved in on Wednesday, March 25 and Thursday, March 26. For more information, please see the attachment, "March 2015 Writing SOL Testing Letter."
Your child in Grade 8 has recently received a letter about the English SOL tests that he or she will be involved in on Wednesday, March 25 and Thursday, March 26. For more information, please see the attachment, "March 2015 Writing SOL Testing Letter."
Middle School Girls' Basketball Banquet – Tuesday, March 17
The middle school girls' basketball banquet will be held Tuesday, March 17 in LCHS Cafeteria at 6:15 p.m. All players should bring a dessert to share. For more information, please contact Coach Goodwin at goodwijc@lcps.k12.va.us
The middle school girls' basketball banquet will be held Tuesday, March 17 in LCHS Cafeteria at 6:15 p.m. All players should bring a dessert to share. For more information, please contact Coach Goodwin at goodwijc@lcps.k12.va.us
28th Annual Louisa County Arts Festival – Saturday, March 28
Please join us for the 28th Annual Louisa County Arts Festival on Saturday, March 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This year's theme is "Uptown, Downtown" featuring art work inspired by big cities and small towns. There will be lots of fabulous art work on display from students K-12, musical performances from all of our schools, and free art activities for the whole family! There will be food for sale to benefit the Band Boosters. This year's tee shirt design was done by Grade 8 student, Rya Turner, and will be on sale at the festival. Come out and celebrate the Arts in Louisa County on Saturday, March 28!
Please join us for the 28th Annual Louisa County Arts Festival on Saturday, March 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This year's theme is "Uptown, Downtown" featuring art work inspired by big cities and small towns. There will be lots of fabulous art work on display from students K-12, musical performances from all of our schools, and free art activities for the whole family! There will be food for sale to benefit the Band Boosters. This year's tee shirt design was done by Grade 8 student, Rya Turner, and will be on sale at the festival. Come out and celebrate the Arts in Louisa County on Saturday, March 28!
Hoops for Heart – Fundraiser from Now until Friday, March 27
Hoops for Heart is a fundraiser that the LCMS Physical Education and Health Department holds in conjunction with the American Heart Association (AHA). Students will get the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of their community members. The fundraiser will take place starting this week and the Physical Education and Health Department will be collecting money until Friday, March 27. Any student who raises $15 dollars or more will be able to come to the gym during their lunch time and participate in some fun events and activities! We are planning a lot of basketball competitions and fun games for our students to participate in with prizes being awarded to the winners. If students would prefer to jump rope instead, then they may do so. All fundraising money will be used by the AHA to research treatment and procedures for heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes. Last year, LCMS raised $1,879, and our goal this year is to raise $2,500. Thank you for Nick Schreck (Physical Education teacher) for spearheading this event!
Hoops for Heart is a fundraiser that the LCMS Physical Education and Health Department holds in conjunction with the American Heart Association (AHA). Students will get the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of their community members. The fundraiser will take place starting this week and the Physical Education and Health Department will be collecting money until Friday, March 27. Any student who raises $15 dollars or more will be able to come to the gym during their lunch time and participate in some fun events and activities! We are planning a lot of basketball competitions and fun games for our students to participate in with prizes being awarded to the winners. If students would prefer to jump rope instead, then they may do so. All fundraising money will be used by the AHA to research treatment and procedures for heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes. Last year, LCMS raised $1,879, and our goal this year is to raise $2,500. Thank you for Nick Schreck (Physical Education teacher) for spearheading this event!
LCMS Talented and Gifted Program (TAG)
LCMS TAG Coordinators, Sarah Martin (Social Studies teacher) and Hope Hamblin (Social Studies teacher), will be testing students on Tuesday, March 24; Wednesday, March 25; and Thursday, March 26 for the program.
LCMS TAG Coordinators, Sarah Martin (Social Studies teacher) and Hope Hamblin (Social Studies teacher), will be testing students on Tuesday, March 24; Wednesday, March 25; and Thursday, March 26 for the program.
The following are upcoming field trips for TAG students:
- Grade 6 TAG A and Grade 8 TAG students will be taking a field trip to the University of Richmond on Thursday, April 2.
- Grade 6 TAG B and Grade 7 TAG students will be taking a field trip to the University of Richmond on Friday, April 3.
- Grades 6, 7, and 8 TAG students will be taking a field trip to the Richmond Science Museum on Wednesday, April 15
If you have questions, please email either Sarah Martin at martinsc@lcps.k12.va.us or Hope Hamblin at hamblihc@lcps.k12.va.us
Criteria for Summer School or being RetainedBelow is an explanation of the criteria for a student to attend summer school or to be retained. If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher or grade level assistant principal at (540) 894-5457.
Criteria for a student to attend Summer School:
- If a student fails Math or English
Criteria for a student to be Retained:
- If a student fails Math and English
- If a student fails Math or English and Science and Social Studies
- If a student fails Math, English, Science, and Social Studies
If you feel that your child may need additional assistance, please have him or her stay after school for assistance. Meeting with your child's teacher is also helpful in understanding what areas students have progressed in and areas of growth. Sign-ups for Parent/Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, March 24 are presently occurring. Teachers have sent information about sign-up sheets for parent/teacher conferences.
Middle Years - March 2015
For tips for your child on writing a paper, please click here, "Middle Years March 2015."
For tips for your child on writing a paper, please click here, "Middle Years March 2015."
Student Schedule for Monday, March 16 to Friday, March 27
On Monday, March 16 (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 (This is a "B" day for electives. Students go to Period 1, Period 2, Period 3, Period 4, Period 5, and then for the last period of the day, students return back to their Period 4 class.)
On Monday, March 16 (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 (This is a "B" day for electives. Students go to Period 1, Period 2, Period 3, Period 4, Period 5, and then for the last period of the day, students return back to their Period 4 class.)
On Monday, March 16: (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4
On Tuesday, March 17: (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 1 of ACE Math
On Wednesday, March 18: (A): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 2 of ACE Math
On Thursday, March 19: (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 ,4 Day 3 of ACE Math
On Friday, March 20: (A): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 4 of ACE Math
On Monday, March 23: (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 1 of ACE Math
On Tuesday, March 24: (A): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 2 of ACE Math
On Wednesday, March 25: (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 3 of ACE Math
On Thursday, March 26: (A): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 4 of ACE Math
On Friday, March 27: (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 B Clubs meet and reading
On Tuesday, March 17: (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 1 of ACE Math
On Wednesday, March 18: (A): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 2 of ACE Math
On Thursday, March 19: (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 ,4 Day 3 of ACE Math
On Friday, March 20: (A): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 4 of ACE Math
On Monday, March 23: (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 1 of ACE Math
On Tuesday, March 24: (A): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 2 of ACE Math
On Wednesday, March 25: (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 3 of ACE Math
On Thursday, March 26: (A): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 Day 4 of ACE Math
On Friday, March 27: (B): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4 B Clubs meet and reading
Updates
Lion Pride Spring Fling – Friday, May 8
The Lion Pride Project at Louisa County High School is excited to announce a new event at LCHS this year - The Lion Pride Spring Fling. The Spring Fling will be on Friday, May 8 from 3:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the LCHS Stadium. The event will consist of games, prizes, food, music, and the Senior vs. Faculty Flag football game. Tickets will be available during lunches the week before the event at a cost of $2.00. Tickets purchased at the gate will be $3.00. Game tokens can also be purchased in advance at a cost of 2 for $1.00, or an unlimited play wristband for $10.00. Food will be sold at the concession stand similar to athletic events. All students will need to be picked up in front of the LCHS Stadium by 9:00 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Jesse Cleaver at cleavejj@lcps.k12.va.us or 540-894-5436 Ext. 1159.
The Lion Pride Project at Louisa County High School is excited to announce a new event at LCHS this year - The Lion Pride Spring Fling. The Spring Fling will be on Friday, May 8 from 3:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the LCHS Stadium. The event will consist of games, prizes, food, music, and the Senior vs. Faculty Flag football game. Tickets will be available during lunches the week before the event at a cost of $2.00. Tickets purchased at the gate will be $3.00. Game tokens can also be purchased in advance at a cost of 2 for $1.00, or an unlimited play wristband for $10.00. Food will be sold at the concession stand similar to athletic events. All students will need to be picked up in front of the LCHS Stadium by 9:00 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Jesse Cleaver at cleavejj@lcps.k12.va.us or 540-894-5436 Ext. 1159.
Important Upcoming Dates – Added information and dates are marked in purple.
Monday, March 16: Regular school day. Make-up day for Grade 7 Math Benchmarks.
Monday, March 17: Make-up day for Grade 6 English Benchmarks if they do not occur on Friday, March 6.
Monday, March 17: Make-up day for Grade 6 English Benchmarks if they do not occur on Friday, March 6.
Friday, March 20: 3rd MP ends.
Friday, March 20 – VCDA District 13 Choral Assessment @ Culpepper High School
Tuesday, March 24: LCMS Parent/Teacher Conferences
Friday, March 27: Report cards go home.
Friday, March 27: LCMS Pot of Gold Dance @ LCMS Cafeteria from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 28 – 28th Annual Arts Festival @ LCMS from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Monday, March 30 to Friday, April 3: LCMS Library Book Fair
Thursday, April 2 and Friday, April 3: TAG Students to University of Richmond
Monday, April 6 – Friday, April 10: No school for students. Students on Spring Recess.
Monday, April 13: Classes resume. LCMS doors at 7:40 a.m.
Monday, April 13 to Friday, April 17: High school scheduling for Grade 8 students
Tuesday, April 14: PTA meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the LCMS Main Office Conference Room
Wednesday, April 15: High School Transition Night from 5:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. at LCHS for Grade 8 students and parents
Monday, April 6 – Friday, April 10: No school for students. Students on Spring Recess.
Monday, April 13: Classes resume. LCMS doors at 7:40 a.m.
Monday, April 13 to Friday, April 17: High school scheduling for Grade 8 students
Tuesday, April 14: PTA meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the LCMS Main Office Conference Room
Wednesday, April 15: High School Transition Night from 5:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. at LCHS for Grade 8 students and parents
Thursday, April 16 – LCMS Spring Band and Guitar Concert @ LCMS Forum from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Student should report to LCMS Forum at 6:30 p.m.
Friday, April 17: Reality Store for Grade 8 Students
Tuesday, April 21: LCMS Parent Advisory Meeting at 6:00 p.m. in the LCMS Main Office Conference Room with Dr. Chen
Tuesday, April 21: LCMS Chorus Concert @ LCMS Cafeteria from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Students should report to the LCMS Cafeteria at 6:45 p.m.
Thursday, April 23: Interim reports for Marking Period 4 are sent home with students.
Thursday, April 23: LCMS Book swap.
Friday, April 24 - Musical Busch Gardens Competition for LCMS Band and Guitar Students
Friday, April 24: Grades 5, 6, 7 Dance @ LCMS Cafeteria from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 25: Battle of the Books Competition for LCMS Students @ Culpeper Middle School
Monday, April 27: Grade 7 Students to Eureka! @ Martin King Performing Arts Center in Charlottesville, Virginia
Tuesday, April 28: Civics SOL tests
Wednesday, April 29: Grade 6 Reading SOL tests
Thursday, April 30: Grade 7 Reading SOL tests
Friday, May 1 - Musical Busch Gardens Competition for LCMS Chorus Students
Tuesday, May 5: Grade 8 Reading SOL tests
Tuesday, May 5: LCMS Parent Advisory Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the LCMS Main Office Conference Room with Dr. Chen
Tuesday, May 5: Grade 8 Reading SOL tests
Tuesday, May 5: LCMS Parent Advisory Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the LCMS Main Office Conference Room with Dr. Chen
Wednesday, May 6: Grade 6 Math SOL tests
Thursday, May 7: Grade 8 Science SOL tests
Tuesday, May 12: Grade 7 Math SOL tests
Tuesday, May 12: PTA Board meets in the LCMS Main Office Conference Room at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 13: Pre-Algebra tests
Thursday, May 14: Algebra I and Geometry
Saturday, May 16 - Grade 8 Formal @ LCMS Cafeteria from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 19: All A Banquet at LCMS Cafeteria at 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 21 – LCMS Drama performance @ LCMS Forum at 7:00 p.m.
Monday, May 25: Memorial Day. No school.
Tuesday, May 26: School resumes for students. LCMS doors open at 7:40 a.m.
Tuesday, May 26: Washington DC Trip for All Grade 8 Students
Wednesday, May 27: Grade 8 Closing Ceremony practice and Grade 8 Field Day
Thursday, May 28: Grade 8 Closing Ceremony, Grade 6 Field Day, and Grade 7 Field Day. Last Day of school for students. Students exit the building at 11:00 a.m. No lunch is served.
Thank you for taking the time to read these updates. As I will say to my students each day, "This is important. You belong here. Effort makes a difference."
With warm regards,
Lisa C. Chen
Lisa C. Chen, Ph.D.
Principal
Louisa County Middle School
Principal
Louisa County Middle School
