LCMS Newsletter
November 3, 2023
Important Dates
November
- 15 - No School - Teacher Professional Learning & Collaboration
- 20-24 - No School -Thanksgiving Break
- 25 - Jan 5 - No School Holiday Break
Update PowerSchool Information
- Please make sure PowerSchool "Student Forms" are updated for this school year.
- This year there is NEW medical form that was updated in July that requires parent authorization for students to visit the nurse and counselors.
Traffic Flow
Parents, please remember to be courteous to others and show patience in the parking lot before and after school. We have lots of traffic each day. Please follow the traffic flow chart shown above.
Attendance Policy
Attendance Phone: 208-350-4271
Fax: 208-350-4284
- It is essential that you monitor your student’s attendance. Please refer to the district calendar before planning your vacations and appointments. School begins at 8:20 a.m. and ends at 3:05 p.m. daily. Students should not be dropped off before 8:00 a.m.
- The attendance policy allows for 6 non-waived absences per semester. The chart below shows the difference between waived and non-waived absences. Remember, a parent call does not waive an absence. Be aware that over 6 non-waived absences per semester may result in loss of credit per the Middle School Credit policy and/or other school actions.
Waived Absences
- Documented court appearances
- Documented doctor, dental, orthodontic, & counseling appointments
- Bereavement for immediate family members (up to 5 days)
- Parent call
- Doctor, dental, orthodontic, & counseling appointments without a note
- Court appearances without a note
All absences, waived or non waived, must be verified by the guardian. There are 3 ways to do this:
- Call the school attendance line: 208-350-4271. This is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Walk in when you drop off your student and talk to the attendance secretary.
- Bring in or have a doctor’s/court note faxed to the school.
* Guardian calls do not waive absences, they only verify where the student is, thus avoiding a truancy.
Below, please find some procedural reminders for when your student must miss school:
- If your student will be late to school & they will not have an appointment note, please call the front office to notify us.
- If students do have an appointment note, you do not need to accompany them to the office.
- Documentation for court appearances and medical/ mental health visits must be an official note from the professional providing the service. You can have the professional’s office fax the documentation to waive the absence to the school: 208-350-4284, or you can bring in a physical copy of the documentation.
- You can call ahead at 208-350-4270 to have your student waiting for you in the front office if you need to pick them up early. Students are not able to wait outside.
Tardies cannot be waived or excused by guardians. Students are considered tardy if not in their assigned classrooms when the tardy bell rings. Tardies accrue on a semester basis. The tardy policy incorporates the following:
- First Tardy - Teacher warns the student.
- Second Tardy - Tardy notice sent home to parent.
- Third/Fourth Tardy - Student assigned to designated detention.
- Additional Tardies - Administrative Discretion
Please note: Only students riding school provided transportation will be eligible for excused tardies. All other tardies and late arrivals (except from medical appointments) are considered unexcused.
High School Presentations at LCMS
- Renaissance High School presentation. This will be a great time for 8th graders who are wanting information about Renaissance High School to come listen and learn about the school and their expectations. Date: November 6th Location: LCMS library Time: During Advisory 8:20am
- Meridian Medical Arts Charter High School will be bringing an ambulance by during 8th grade lunch and talking with students about their program. This will give students a hands-on experience and allow them to learn more about MMACHS. Date: Friday December 1st Time: 12:57pm. Location outside in the back in the bus lane.
High School Open Houses and Application Information
For ALL holiday resources, you will need to bring identification for every household member, proof of residency and proof of income.
Families are asked to only sign up for toys at ONE location.
If English is not your primary language, interpreters will not be provided, but you may bring one to assist you.
Thanksgiving:
- Boise Rescue Mission Ministries- Banquet & Food Box
- Banquet: November 21st 10:00-1:00pm. Vineyard Boise Christian Fellowship - 4950 N Bradley Street Garden City, 83714.
- Food Box: November 21st 10:00-1:00pm. Vineyard Boise Christian Fellowship - 4950 N Bradley Street Garden City, 83714. To register, go to boiserm.org “Find
- Help” or call (208)-338-5433 Boise Rescue Mission Ministries, Monday thru Friday
- 8:00-4:30 before Friday, November 1 st. The Thanksgiving event will include a 15 minute Christian message by a Rescue Mission volunteer.
December Holidays:
- Boise Rescue Mission Ministries
- Toys for Tots: (12 and under) Please sign-up through the Boise Rescue Mission Ministries by calling (208)-338- 5433, Monday thru Friday 9:00- 4:30. As of October 12th, 2023 a deadline has not been given. Toys for Tots is sponsored by the U.S. Marines. Pick up December 19th from 10:00-1:00pm at Vineyard Boise Christian Fellowship 4950 N Bradley Street Garden City, 83714.
- Banquet: December 19th, 10:00-1:00pm at Vineyard Boise Christian Fellowship 4950 N Bradley Street Garden City, 83714.
- Food Box: December 19th, 10:00-1:00pm at Vineyard Boise Christian Fellowship 4950 N Bradley Street Garden City, 83714. To register, call Boise Rescue Mission Ministries at (208) 343-2389. Monday thru Friday 9:00 –4:00 before Monday, December 2. The Christmas event will include a 15 minute Christian message by a Rescue Mission volunteer
- The Salvation Army (Ada and Canyon County Residents)
- Toys and Food Sign ups for assistance are being done
online only, registration begins October 24. To sign up, go to https://saangeltree.org/ . You do not need an invitation code. Location: 9492 W Emerald St Boise, ID 83704.
- Toys and Food Sign ups for assistance are being done
- Society of St. Vincent de Paul - Christmas Toy Store
- For Children 0-18. Ada County Christmas Store open on Mondays from November 27th-December 16th 12pm6pm. Shoppers must register prior to visiting the Toy Store. Call (208) 593-3920 to register. Registration begins November 6th. Registration will close after 5600 children are signed up. Follow the automated instructions when you call. Have the following information ready: First and Last Name, (as it appears on your ID), Phone Number, Zip Code, Age & Gender of Each Child Participating. You may have to leave a voice message.
Ms. Mercer ROCKS!
does a great job of making connections with students and getting them engaged and excited about math. She finds ways for all students to understand and enjoy math.
You rock, kitchen staff!
Our kitchen staff is amazing. They are friendly, accommodating and work well together as a team. We are lucky to have them as part of our LCMS family!
You rock, Mr. Wilson
Mr. Wilson has put a lot of time and effort into our new careers class that is required for all 8th grade students to take. His enthusiasm, hard work and desire to make positive connections with his students is much appreciated.
PE Department
Contact Information
Email: lcmsattendance@westada.org
Website: https://www.westada.org/o/lcms
Location: 4141 East Pine Avenue, Meridian, ID, USA
Phone: 208-350-4270