The Spark Newsletter
October 06, 2023
Leaman Junior High School
832-223-5200 (phone)
Michael Semmler, Principal
https://www.lcisd.org/campuses/leamanjh/home
WELCOME TO LEAMAN JR HIGH
- Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 - October 15
- Fall School Dance - 10/13 4:30pm - 6:30pm (See Flyer)
- Cross Country Tryouts - 10/18 - 10/20 - 7am (See Flyer)
Note from Your Principal
Michael Semmler, Principal
Leaman Jr High School
Leaman Junior High Admin Team
Leslie Spencer, 8th Grade Assistant Principal - Alpha A-Om leslie.spencer@lcisd.org
Lisa Cirella, 7th Grade Assistant Principal - Alpha A-Om lisa.cirella@lcisd.org
Karl Carlton, 7th & 8th Grade Assistant Principal - Alpha On-Z kcarlton@lcisd.org
Kevin Kracker, 7th & 8th Grade Counselor - Alpha A-Gr kkracker@lcisd.org
Azure Gaines, 7th & 8th Grade Counselor - Alpha Gs-Om azure.gaines@lcisd.org
Latoya Session, 7th & 8th Grade Counselor - Alpha On-Z lsession@lcisd.org
Sylvia Rodriguez, Counselor Assistant / Registrar srodriguez@lcisd.org
Derek Foster, Boys Athletic Coordinator derek.foster@lcisd.org
Nicole Smith, Girls Athletic Coordinator nsmith@lcisd.org
Student of the Week
The A-Gr student of the week is Karina Garcia,
nominated by Mrs. Kracker.
Karina is a dedicated and focused student, a hard worker, and a natural born leader. She helps others with challenges and is always encouraging!
The Gs-Om student of the week is Gunnar Huseman,
nominated by Mrs. Bowers.
Gunnar exhibits all 6 character traits. He is a model student in my class. I can always count on Gunnar to make great decisions in class and amongst his peers. He is always positive, helpful, cooperative and friendly. It's a pleasure to have him as a student!
The On-Z student of the week is Angelica Pena,
nominated by Mrs. Kracker.
Angelica does her best every single day and is always happy to help others when they have questions. She is kind, inclusive, and a great role model to others!
Car Rider After School Pick Up
Cell Phone Reminder
"A student who refuses to turn over his/her electronic device when asked by a school employee will have a disciplinary action in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct, ranging from a minor major offense to an expellable offense. The use of a mobile telephone or any device capable of capturing images of any violation of the student code of conduct is strictly prohibited while at school or at school-related or school-sponsored events."
Inappropriate Use of Cell Phone Practice Consequences
"If an individual uses a phone to video individuals in a private setting (bathroom/locker room) or compromising situation, then it will be coded a "State Jail Felony.
We are Hiring - Join the Team
Student Badges
As part of the dress code requirements for the 2023-2024 school year, each student is required to wear a school ID Badge. Each student is given a new badge at the beginning of each year (or when a new student registers). Badges must be worn on a lanyard, around the neck all day. Student pictures must be visible and not covered.
If a student has forgotten their badge, they have an opportunity either to purchase a new badge ($5.00) or wear a sticker badge. Sticker badges will receive the consequence of 1-day lunch detention and $1.00 fine, place on the student's account for every printed sticker badge.
World Day of Bullying Prevention
October 2, 2023 is World Day of Bullying Prevention®! On this first Monday of October and throughout the whole month, students, schools, and communities all over the world go BLUE together against bullying. Wear your blue shirt on October 2nd and throughout the entire month of October and be sure to practice bullying prevention during World Bullying Prevention Month™.
Join us in solidarity to stop bullying and cyberbullying! Make it the day that bullying prevention is heard around the world! By wearing your blue shirt, you’ll be using your voice and sending a message that this is the day that bullying prevention is heard around the world.
Picture Day Order Link
Leaman Fall Dance
Purchase of tickets via School Cash will go live on September 25th.
Students will have wristbands, delivered to their classes the week of the dance. Do not put the wristbands on until the day of the dance. If bands are lost, students will not receive a refund or replacement band.
Hispanic Heritage Month
Staff vs. Student Volleyball Game
UIL Competition Information
Cross Country TryOuts
Parents Required for Students to Attend Sporting Events
PBIS Rewards and Donations
PBIS Expectations & Rewards - PBIS stands for Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports. One large piece is explaining expectations upfront. Another piece is rewarding students when we see those focused on positive behaviors. 3 campus-wide expectations posters are placed throughout the campus and added below.
We are using LiveSchool this year and your student can log through Classlink on the LCISD webpage (at the top) to start to explore what this is all about. They do NOT need a phone to do this. It can be done on a laptop or computer.
Parents if you are interested in donating to the PBIS school store the following list is a great start. We accept all donations both monetary and items. Student will begin being able to purchase items during lunch with their LiveSchool points.
Click below to order donations:
You can drop them off in the front off or have them mailed to the school.
Leaman Athletics
Football
Click the Football for practice schedules and game times.
Volleyball
Click the Volleyball game schedule.
Cross Country
Cross Country - To Be Announced
Color Track All Sports Pass
Leaman's Online Pay System
Birthday Shout Outs
Did you know you can give your student a Birthday Shout Out over the announcements? You can purchase a shout out for $5 through School Cash. All shout outs must be made at least 5 days in advance. Thank you and happy early birthday to all our students.
Canvas Information
Did you know that LCISD has created a dedicated page that explains Canvas. This is where you can find details on how to log in, videos on how students and parents can utilize Canvas, how to create a parent login and find parent support.
Check it out!!! https://www.lcisd.org/students-parents/canvas/canvas-information
Leaman Counselors
Below you will find information from the Counselors and activities happening on campus.
Leaman Counselors present lessons through Character Counts