08/23/2026
LCMS Bobcat Parents and Families,
We have had a strong start to the school year, and your support has been instrumental in making that happen! We truly appreciate your partnership in your child's education.
Monday, August 24th will be an A Day.
~Wear Green and Gold on Friday, August 28th
Friday, August 28th is a TeamLCPS Green and Gold Day, so we are excited to show our school spirit by wearing green and gold!
~After School Dance on Friday, August 28th!
We will have our first after school dance of the school year this Friday, August 28th until 5:30. Permission forms must be turned in by the end of 4th period on Thursday, August 27th. Registrations will not be accepted on the day of the dance. The $10 fee will include admission to the dance and one student admission to the LCHS Varsity home football game in the Jungle! Students will receive the ticket when they exit the dance on Friday evening.
Pizza, soda, water, chips, and candy will be available for purchase during the dance!
Parents/guardians will pick up students *beginning* at 5:30, at the cafeteria entrance of LCMS, accessed from the side parking lot.
(This is a change from last year! The side lot is open again for parking, but spaces are limited. If you plan to attend the football game after pickup, park in the main front lot and walk around to the side cafeteria entrance for dance pickup.)
*Early pickups are difficult because students are still dancing!
All school rules apply at the dance. Students are expected to dance appropriately and dress according to the dress code. Cell phones must remain in backpacks and not be used during the dance. We look forward to seeing our Bobcats in green and gold on Friday and cheering on our Lions in the Jungle!
~Learning Materials for Remote Learning Days
This week in classes, LCMS teachers will guide students on how to make five days of learning materials available offline, ensuring they are prepared for the possibility of Remote Learning Days, should they become necessary. This includes using Google Slides, Docs, Sheets, PDFs, and videos offline, so the Internet will not be required to complete assignments on Remote Learning Days.
To make it easy for students to find their assignments, we will use a consistent naming convention: Remote Learning Day (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) Subject (Math, English, Social Studies, Science, etc.) Students will star these materials in their Google Drive so they can use the Starred filter to find them easily.
Again, all assignments are designed to be completed without Internet access, ensuring that students can continue learning regardless of connectivity.
Resources are intended for use only if the school division calls a Remote Learning Day. Please do not use them unless such a day is announced.
Please reach out to your child’s teachers with any questions you might have as we proactively prepare for the possibility of Remote Learning Days.
~PowerSchool Parent Portal
You can monitor your child’s academic progress by using the online PowerSchool Parent Portal, where you can see the detailed grade book for each class, as well as attendance and tardy information. Please call our office if you need assistance logging in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal. Also, Interim Reports will be sent home with students on Friday, September 11th.
~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.
~Bella’s Buddies: Facility Dog at LCMS!
We are excited to share some wonderful news! Our school has been selected to welcome a Bella's Buddies Facility Dog, Boomer, as the newest member of our LCMS family. This specially trained dog will work alongside our staff to support the academic, social, and emotional well-being of our students. We look forward to the many ways Boomer will help create an even more compassionate, connected, and welcoming school community. Please review this letter to read more about our Bella’s Buddies Facility Dog.
Looking Ahead:
~Picture Day: Thursday, September 3rd
Our LCMS Picture Day will be Thursday, September 3rd. You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVT9TMRKK. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. (Orders after Picture Day must be placed online on mylifetouch.com.)
~Labor Day Holiday: Monday, September 7th
There will be no school on Monday, September 7th for the Labor Day holiday. I hope all of our Bobcats enjoy the day off!
~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 10th and 11th for hearing and vision screenings for 7th grade students.
~Mobile Dentist Clinic Coming to LCMS: Wednesday, September 23rd
LCMS will be hosting a Mobile Dental Clinic on Wednesday, September 23rd. Available for Medicaid-eligible students, these clinics will offer:
- Dental Check-Ups
- Cleanings
- Fluoride Therapy
- Sealants for Cavity Prevention
- Fillings
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.
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