LMS e-blast
20 May 2021
PTO News
LMS families, please help us START STRONG in fall 2021! Since we were unable to do our usual fundraising activities, we will start next year with about $10,000 less than normal. We’d love your support, of any amount, so we can continue to fund classroom and enrichment activities at LMS.
News from the Counseling Department
8th-Grade Promotion Ceremony:
THIS WEEK’S TOP STORIES
Summer School 2021
LCS Summer School 2021 will be held for current 6th-8th graders from June 15th-July 16th; 9:00am-2:00pm, Tuesday-Friday, at Heritage High School. This year’s program will prepare students for success in the coming school year with a focus on literacy and math with additional enrichment programs.
Summer Opportunities for Current 8th Graders:
Personal Finance and Economics - Flyer
Personal Finance and Economics - Registration
Personal Fitness and Wellness - Flyer
Personal Fitness and Wellness - Registration
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
The faculty and staff at Linkhorne Middle School look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of all our 8th-grade students at our Drive-Thru Celebration on Thursday, May 27th in the LMS Parking Lot. Please bring only ONE car per student; cars will be required to enter the LMS parking lot from Linkhorne Drive and exit onto Cranehill Drive.
Please follow the schedule on the above poster for drive-thru times.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and it is just around the corner! Let’s all pledge to support mental health, depression, and suicide prevention education in middle and high schools across the country. Join us in our efforts to ensure no teen feels alone and to promote good mental health.
The Positivity Pledge Calendar creates an opportunity for individuals to commit to 31 days focused on positive actions, helping others, self-care, and establishing good habits for positive mental health. Examples of daily activities include spreading the love by sending a healthy snack to those in need; making a list of traits you love about yourself; and finding time for self-reflection. This is an opportunity for all of us to focus on ourselves while also working together to make the world a better place.
Preparing for School Year 2021-22
Rising 6th grade Students
If you know anyone who has a rising 6th grade student for 2021-2022, please share our LMS Video with them.
CURRENT 8th GRADE STUDENTS
If you were not able to participate in the Virtual Moving-Up Night on Tuesday evening, April 20th, here is a copy of the Moving Up Night Presentation that was discussed, a video of the program, and questions/answers from the chat during the program. This is the link to the 9th Grade Course Selection Form you will need to complete to choose your classes for next year. If you have questions regarding how to complete this form, please contact your ECG School Counselor.
If you intend to expunge your grade in Algebra I, Algebra II, Earth Science or Spanish/French/Latin, you will receive an Expunge Form from your teacher, or you can print a copy of the form, get it signed by your parent and return it to LMS by JUNE 30, 2021. If the form is not received at LMS by June 30th, you may return it to ECG before AUGUST 1, 2021. After August 1st, no changes can be made to your high school transcript.
COVID-19 Impacted Assistance
If your household is behind on rent, mortgage, or utility payments because you lost income due to COVID-19, contact:
Interfaith Outreach: 434-846-6098
LynCAG: 434-455-1601
TECHNOLOGY
Who do I contact if my student needs technical assistance? LCS Student Tech Assistance
LMS INFORMATION
Where can I find information specific to LMS?
LMS Counseling Department Website
RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES
Region #1 Children's Crisis Line
RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS
Expert Recommended Resources to Help Teens and Young Adults Navigate Life's Challenges
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS and LINKS
VA Tech Talent Search - Talent Search is for students in sixth through 12th grade, the Talent Search program identifies students with potential and assists them in overcoming obstacles to pursuing higher education. Talent Search is committed to removing barriers to social and economic equality by supporting all participants in achieving their educational goals. Talent Search is currently doing a ‘push’ to increase their enrollment and will provide stipends ($$$) to students who participate in their program. They are asking that students sign-up by mid-May so they can be enrolled into some of the exciting summer programs they have planned.
Talent Search will provide participants with a variety of free educational, cultural, and social programs, such as:
Career exploration
Study skills and individual tutoring
Financial aid information and tips
ACT/SAT fee waivers and prep
Visits to college campuses
Help with completing college admissions and financial aid applications
Technology assistance
Workshops for families of participants
Who is eligible?
Talent Search works primarily with students who would be the first in their family to complete a college degree and are from low-income households, but we can provide services to any student needing help preparing for college.
VA Tech Talent Search Application
Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth - CTY is a nonprofit dedicated to identifying and developing the talents of academically advanced pre-college students around the world. Talent Search is the gateway to CTY. It's an advanced assessment that will help identify your child's strengths. Receiving a qualifying score can earn your student the opportunity to enroll in summer and online programs. Apply to CTY using the Talent Search application form if you want to test for eligibility. Talent Search
Please reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns.
Rene James
Counselor for students: A-M
Laura Casler
Counselor for students: N-Z
LMS Counseling Department: 515-5332
Friendly Reminders:
1. When attending an after-school outdoor event, no animals are permitted into the event.
2. When attending an after-school outdoor event, you must wear a mask until you are seated. If you do not have a mask, you will not be permitted into the event.
Athletics Department
The LMS Girls soccer team finished a successful season with a record of 2-1-1 . They completed the final week of the season with an 8-2 win over LCA and a 3-1 defeat of cross town rival Dunbar. Great job this season by the girls led by their captains Katelyn Hargis, Jordan Matthews, and Leightfon Nelson. Big thank you also to the parents for their support during this season!
From the Nurse
Attention 7th-grade parents!!
As we kick-off registration for the 21-22 school year, please be aware that Virginia has NEW vaccine requirements for students entering the 7th grade. Your student will need the TDAP, meningococcal, and the HPV vaccines. See the attachments below for more details.
Linkhorne Middle School
Website: http://www.lcsedu.net/schools/lms/
Location: 2525 Linkhorne Drive, Lynchburg, VA, USA
Phone: 434-515-5330
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LMSJaguars/