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Lakeside Middle School - Friday, October 23, 2020
Each day the schedule will rotate between A and B Block Schedule.
ALL CAR RIDERS AND WALKERS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO ARRIVE AFTER 8:30 TO ALLOW STUDENTS TO REPORT DIRECTLY TO THEIR FIRST CLASS.
Parents please remember that if your child is showing symptoms of COVID-19 or you are waiting on test results for your child, please do not send them to school.
If your child forgets their mask or it gets dirty please let them know that we have extra masks in the front office and the counseling office. Be Kind and Wear your Mask!
As we finish up Quarter 1, we are all so happy to still be in school and to remain in school we all must do our part. Please remind your students to wear their mask each day to school and throughout the school day.
Important Semester 2 Learning Environment Survey- Please fill out for each student!!!
As we prepare for second semester, all families are being asked to complete a survey about their intentions for 2nd semester starting in January 2021.
Here a some important reminders:
- We are requesting that all families fill out the survey by November 2nd, even if you are not changing your placement option
- Please only fill out this survey ONE time for each child in your home.
- Changes or requests after November 2nd will not be accepted.
Please use the link below
Lakeside Middle School Semester 2 Learning Environment Survey
Please make sure that you fill this out by November 2nd. It is very important that we have accurate numbers in order to schedule all of our students for second semester.
CALENDAR UPDATE- IMPORTANT
Students will return to school on January 6th.
Quarter 1 Grades
All grades can be accessed through Parent Portal.
If you do not know how to access grades or Parent Portal please use this link
Spelling Bee Sign up Deadline is October 23rd at 9pm
Lakeside Students and Parents, The deadline to sign up for the November 5th Preliminary Virtual Spelling Bee is this Friday, so sign up today using the QR Code or link in the flyer.
Questions about the Spelling Bee should be directed to mtise@forsyth.k12.ga.us.
PTO MEETING
Our 1st General PTO Meeting will be over Zoom
Thursday October 29 @ 10AM
Zoom meeting ID: 986 7960 4369
Passcode: Lakeside
We need at least 10 PTO members in attendance.
We'll be discussing our budget, planned activities, needs & new ideas - especially how to connect our virtual students to the school.
We'll also be doing our Chromebook Drawing for all Silver & Gold members!
If you still haven't joined PTO, you can still do so on My Payments Plus, or contacting Lori Quinn at lakesidemiddlepto@gmail.com
Forsyth Virtual Students Important Announcements
Please remember that your teachers are teaching face to face and virtual classes. They will respond to your messages within 24 hours during the school week. If you email after 4:00 on a Friday, they will respond on Monday. Additionally, prior to taking quizzes and tests, students should complete ALL assignments and lessons.
FVA Parents- Please be on the look at for a message regarding FVA and specific tips and information that is important for students to be successful with virtual learning.
Upcoming Lakeside Athletics and Clubs
Please remember that at all sporting events, masks and social distancing are expected for ALL attending.
Basketball Tryouts
7th Grade Boys
October 28th- 4:45-5:45 P.M.
October 29th- 4:45-5:45 P.M.
October 30th- 4:45-5:45 P.M.
8th Grade Boys
October 28th-5:45-6:45 P.M.
October 29th- 5:45-6:45 P.M.
October 30th- 5:45-6:45 P.M.
7th Grade Girls
October 26th -7:30-8:30 A.M.
October 27th- 7:30-8:30 A.M.
October 28th-7:30-8:30 A.M.
*7th graders, please arrive at 7:15AM*
8th Grade Girls
October 26th-6:30-7:30 A.M.
October 27th-6:30-7:30 A.M.
October 28th-6:30-7:30 A.M.
Clubs:
All clubs are listed on the Lakeside website. Club meetings will be posted on the website and any questions can be sent to the club sponsor listed on the club list. Many clubs are offered virtually.
Flex Time
Going forward students will sign up each week in their PRIDE class on Monday for the week. If you are interested in sessions being offered, have your student show you their flex manager app in Classlink.
Teacher of the Month
FAQs
1. What happens if someone tests positive for Covid-19?
It will be reported to the Department of Public Health we will follow their guidance.
Lakeside Parent Questions and Answers
2. When will we decide if we are coming back face to face or changing to virtual?
Please fill out the survey above. It must be completed by November 2nd.
3. How can I join a club?
All clubs are listed on the Lakeside website. Club meetings will be posted on the website and any questions can be sent to the club sponsor listed on the club list. Many clubs are offered virtually.
4. When will my student find out their schedule if they are returning second semester?
January 5th
5. My student is a 6th grader/new to Lakeside student who is returning in January, can we tour the school?
Yes, we will have sign ups for tours posted at a later date for January 4th and 5th.
Please continue to submit questions or celebrations about Lakeside on the form below.
Lakeside Support Team
Kim Driesse
Rob Boyd
Trivette Lipscomb
Elizabeth Harris
Kristen Woddail
Ali Parker
Jason D'Arcangelo
Joe Wilson
Parent Portal Update
Lakeside Middle School
Email: mthompson78@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Website: https://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/lakeside
Location: 2565 Echols Road, Cumming, GA, USA
Phone: 678-9655080
Facebook: facebook.com/LakesideMiddle
Twitter: @LakesideMDL