The Monday Minute

Week of February 6th @ LVMS

We hope everyone enjoyed the weekend!


The OnCourse Gradebook Portal was re-opened on Friday, February 3rd with finalized Marking Period 2 Grades. Please check OnCourse and contact content specific teachers with any questions that you may have.

LVMS Lunch Menus and Information

Daily Announcements

Did you know the daily announcements that are made each morning are also available on our website? Stay informed with what the students hear each morning by visiting our website!


LVMS Announcements Website

LVMS Live - 1/31/2023

LVMS Live 1-31-23

2022-23 LVMS Yearbook Order!

​Don't forget to order your 2022-23 LVMS Yearbook!
CLICK HERE​ for online order - Deadline to order is February 14, 2023
School Name - Long Valley Middle School
Job #: 4877


8th Grade Families - Order your Yearbook Ads Here!

The Yearbook Staff at Long Valley Middle School invites you to make a memorable addition to the 2022-23 Yearbook in the form of a WELL WISHER. Some parents surprise their graduate with this gift. All Ads must be purchased by February 14, 2023. NO LATE SUBMISSIONS will be accepted beyond that submission date. Only one ad per student is allowed. See attached flyer for instructions & more information.

Please contact Mrs. Burke or Ms. Denny directly with any additional questions.

Marking Period #2 Concludes!

The OnCourse Gradebook Portal was re-opened on Friday, February 3rd with finalized Marking Period 2 Grades. Please check OnCourse and contact content specific teachers with any questions that you may have.


Don't forget to click on the live link in OnCourse under each class to view assignment breakdowns / any additional comments that teachers may have shared.

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Black History Month - February 2023

Recognized annually since 1976, Black History Month is celebrated each year in February to pay tribute to honor the accomplishments of African Americans throughout our history. In addition to honoring Black History Month in our academic classes, students can check out our Black History Month Collection in the LVMS Library. These are only a small selection of titles that are available. Please see our Librarian Mrs. Taylor-Flynn with more questions or for additional recommendations! You can also click here for the LVMS Library Website!

NJHS Upcoming Events

The National Junior Honors Society will be sponsoring the following events:


Flowers for Friends: 2/1 - 2/13

Students can purchase carnations for $1.00 and write a message to be sent to a friend at LVMS. Forms will be found in Homerooms. Flowers will be delivered on 2/14/23.


7th and 8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance: 2/10 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM

When: Friday, February 10th from 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Where: LVMS

Who: All 7th / 8th Grade LVMS Students

Tickets: $10 per person sold during lunches starting 2/6 (also sold at the door)

Other: There will be snacks and drinks available

**ALL PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION**


Annual Staff vs. Student Basketball Game: 3/3 from 3:30 - 5:00 PM

When: Friday, March 3rd from 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Where: LVMS

Who: All LVMS Students

Tickets: $5 per person sold during lunches starting 2/28 (NO TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR)

Other: There will be snacks and a 1/2 time raffle

**ALL PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION**

Spring Intramurals

Spring Intramurals SIGN UPS are now open for all interested students in grades 6-8th. Permission slips are available in Room 29 with Mr. Inskeep or in the Guidance Office with Mrs. Werneke. Signups will be open until February 24th but and are on a first come first serve basis. Enrollment is limited to 50 students.


Spring Intramurals Information:

When: Begins Friday, March 10th

Normal Meeting Times: Monday / Wednesday - 3:30 - 4:45 PM

Permission Slips: Due by Friday, February 24th (or sooner if max enrollment met)

Permission Slip

Contact: Mr. Inskeep and Mrs. Werneke

Spring Intramurals Website

ATHLETICS UPDATE

Boys Basketball

Please return clean uniforms to Mr. Schlesinger.


Team Website: Boys Basketball

2022-23 Boy Basketball Schedule

Coach Dauchert

Girls Basketball

Girls basketball ended their regular season with a record of 7-6 and made it to the second round of counties! Clean uniforms can be returned to Ms. Denny.


Team Website: Girls Basketball

2022-23 Girls Basketball Schedule

Coach Denny

Spring Sports Paperwork

All paperwork and physicals for Spring Sports will be due on Friday, March 17th. Please CLICK HERE for additional information and paperwork. Late forms or incomplete packets cannot be accepted after Friday, March 17th.


Boys Baseball - 7th / 8th Grades

Coach Dauchert

Website


Girls Softball - 7th / 8th Grades

Coach Demarest

Website


Boys and Girls Track & Field** - 6th - 8th Grades

Coach Petrucelli

Boys Website

Girls Website

Track & Field is open to 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Students

Check out the LVMS Sports Portal for all schedules / sports team updates.


Any questions can be directed to individual coaches or to Mr. Mitch Schlesinger, LVMS Sports Coordinator

PTA Events & Information

Drum Café Assembly - Sponsored by the LVMS PTA

Wednesday, February 8th

All Students will attend during school day


Help Wanted! - The LVMS PTA is looking for some extra helping hands!

  • Teacher Grant Committee Member: The PTA needs one more committee member to review and award teacher grants later this Spring.

Please reach out to ptalvms@gmail.com if interested.


Order LVMS SpiritWear, 2/10-26
Time to show your Panther Pride! The LVMS Online SpiritWear store will open February 10 - 26. CLICK HERE for order information.


March PTA Meeting:

Wednesday, March 8th at 7:00PM in LVMS Library