LTMS Parent Newsletter
September 27, 2019
Lexington Trails Middle School
Website: www.usd232.org/ltms
Location: 8800 Penner Avenue, De Soto, KS, USA
Phone: (913) 667 - 6260
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LTMSPanthers/
Twitter: @ltmsusd232
Message from Mr. McCracken
Dear LTMS Families,
Thank you to everyone who attended parent-teacher conferences! It's always great to see parents and families involved at school and events. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and time with your student(s).
Go Panthers.
Clark McCracken
Principal
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Thought for the Week
5 Things to Quit Today
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End of First Quarter
Thursday, October 10th
This is the final day of quarter one. All assignments and completed work must be turned in.
Friday, October 11th
There is NO SCHOOL for students. Teachers will be in professional development and updating grades.
Monday, October 14th
There is NO SCHOOL for students. Teachers will be in professional development all day.
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Parenting Tip - Dangers of Vaping
The dangers of vaping and e-cigarettes has been in the news recently, and at LTMS we have been educating students about the dangers associated with e-cigarettes and vaping devices. We will search students and suspend students for vaping-related offenses, because we are serious about providing a safe, drug-free learning environment. However, it's important to have reinforcement at home. Below is an article that includes parent resources.
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Kansas "Teacher of the Year" Nominations
We have phenomenal teachers at LTMS! If a specific teacher has had a profound impact on your student, please nominate them for "Kansas Teacher of the Year." You may use the link below!
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LTMS Highlights
Athletics
Football
The 7th grade and 8th grade football teams battled Lansing this past week.
Cheer
Spurred on by our dynamic cheer team, the 7th graders dominated the game.
DHS
The DHS football team came to support the 7th graders and stormed the field after the victory!
Start With Hello Week
The social-emotional piece of middle school is important to us at LT. This week, students participated in activities to help build a positive, supportive culture. We want all students to feel welcome and supported.
Start With Hello
Pawsitivity Tree
Exploratory Classes
Our "Exploratory" teachers work with 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. They plan engaging, real-world activities to help expose our students to a variety of secondary elective and career options. Check out some highlights from this past week!
Physical Education
Students in P.E. learn about physical fitness and health through engaging physical activities.
FACS
FACS classes are all sewing right now, with 8th graders actually making pajama pants!
Engineering
In 8th grade engineering, students designed and created wooden brainteaser puzzles.
Band / Music
All of our band and music classes are busy learning music for upcoming performances.
Computers
6th graders are learning basic computer skills as well as "digital citizenship."
Art
8th grade art students created some amazing drawings, using shading to create life-like images.
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Picture Retake Day
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P.A.W.S. Thank You
The food that was donated for conferences was wonderful! The staff at LTMS truly appreciates the food and treats that parents bring for conference meals. In the midwest, food is a sign of love and appreciation - and we couldn't be more grateful! Thank you!
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Athletics Schedules
This coming week we have the following athletic events taking place:
Monday, September 30th:
- 8th Grade Volleyball at Lansing (4:00 p.m.)
- 7th Grade Volleyball HOME (4:00 p.m.)
Tuesday, October 1st:
- 8th Grade Volleyball HOME (5:00 p.m.)
- 7th Grade Volleyball HOME (4:00 p.m.)
- 8th Grade Football HOME (4:00 p.m.)
- 7th Grade Football at Tonganoxie (4:00 p.m.)
Thursday, October 3rd:
- Cross Country at Zarda Farm (4:00 p.m.)
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Employment Opportunity
USD 232 is looking for School Nurse Subs
Part-time Positions available throughout the school district to sub on an as needed basis.
Must have a current Kansas RN license.
Hourly rate: $20.00/hour
Please apply online HERE
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Pancake Breakfast
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Breakfast / Lunch Menu
Click below to access/view the breakfast and lunch menu for LTMS.
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