The Monday Minute
Week of April 22nd @ LVMS
We hope everyone had a nice weekend!
Highlights, Dates, & Reminders
HIGHLIGHTS FROM LAST WEEK
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CAST AND CREW OF THE ADDAMS FAMILY: The LVMS Spring Musical was outstanding last week, with two sold out shows, and three student previews. Congratulations to Mrs. Oppel, Mr. Forrestal, and Mr. Mita, and all of the students involved in the production! CLICK HERE to view the program to see everyone that was involved.
LVMS STUDENT SURVEY: Last week students completed the LVMS Spring 2024 Climate and Culture Survey. Students, thank you for your thoughtful answers!
LVMS FENCING CLUB UPDATE: Despite our hopes (and the amazing efforts of Mrs. Brown), we regret having to let the school community know that we are unable to offer a Fencing Club this Spring. Always eager to extend opportunities for students, we will re-evaluate the potential for this club offering during the 2024-2025 School Year. Thank you to those who have expressed their interest!
UPCOMING DATES
APRIL
4/23- 6th Grade Field Trip (during school day)
4/25- Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day
4/26- PTA Sponsored Volleyball Tournament
MAY
5/3- LVMS Student Council Trivia Game Show: 3:45 PM
5/6 - 5/10- Teacher Appreciation Week: sponsored by the LVMS PTA
5/8- Band & Choir Spring Concert: 7PM
5/9- Orchestra and Jazz Band Concert: 7PM
5/13- NJSLA Testing Begins
5/27- ALL WTSchools Closed - Memorial Day
JUNE
6/10- LVMS Grade 8 Promotion: 6:00 PM
6/12- Last Day of School!
REMINDERS
LVMS PTA SPONSORED EVENTS: Please see below for more information on the PTA Sponsored Shoe Drive that begins on 4/8 and the PTA Sponsored Volleyball Tournament on 4/26.
TAKE YOUR DAUGHTERS AND SONS TO WORK DAY: If your family will be participating in "Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day" on Thursday, April 25, 2024, please update your child’s attendance in Pick-Up Patrol indicating the absence with the comment “Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day” entered in the more information section. Your child will not be marked absent if we are properly informed of their participation in this program. More information included below!
8TH GRADE END OF YEAR EVENTS: Please CLICK HERE for additional information on the planned 8th grade end of year events and field trips. For more information, please see an email sent from Mr. Ippolito & 8th Grade Team Leaders on 4/18/24.
NEW JERSEY STUDENT LEARNING ASSESSMENT (NJSLA) INFORMATION: Please CLICK HERE to see the district communication from WTS District Testing Coordinator Mrs. Debbie Russo about NJSLA Testing that is scheduled to begin in May.
Lunch Menus & Announcements
Daily Announcements
Upcoming PTA Fundraisers & Events
Shoe Drive - 4/8/24 - 5/31/24
During the months of April and May, the LVMS PTA is planning to sponsor a Shoe Drive. All types of GENTLY worn or new shoes are accepted, including sneakers, cleats, sandals, dress shoes, loafers, flip flops, etc. Please, no torn or damaged shoes, single shoes, roller skates or roller blades. Please consider saving shoes for the shoe drive as you plan your spring cleaning! Donation Bins will be in the lobby of the LVMS with a separate bin for each grade. Spirit points will be awarded to the grade with the most shoes donated. For information on where the shoes go, visit: https://funds2orgs.com/impact/
2024 Volleyball Tournament - 4/26/24 (UPDATED 4/8/24)
The LVMS PTA will be hosting a Volleyball Tournament for all 6-8 students on Friday, April 26th from 3:45 - 6:00 PM. The cost to participate is $10 per student, or $20 per student including a t-shirt. Students are permitted to pick their own teams of 6 participants. Students can also register and be placed onto a team. Each team will play in the single elimination tournament and are guaranteed to play in at least one game. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase at the event. Students are also invited to watch as spectators! Please visit www.lvmspta.org to register. Please register as soon as possible, as space is limited!
LVMS - PTA Board Elections: 2024-2025 School Year
The LVMS PTA is recruiting volunteers to join us in our mission to continue our positive impact on the LVMS School Community. There are multiple board positions available! Please email ptalvms@gmail.com with any questions or for more information!
Student Council Events
LVMS Trivia Game Show
The LVMS Trivia Game Show will be held on Friday, May 3rd (Rescheduled from 4/12)
LVMS Talent Show
The LVMS Student Council is happy to announce that they will be hosting the Talent Show on
Friday, May 10th at 7:00 PM
Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day
The New Jersey Department of Education encourages school districts to participate in "Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day" activities by giving children credit for school attendance even though they are “working” alongside their parents on this special day. In previous years, the day has been a success due to the cooperative efforts of thousands of parents, schools, businesses, organizations and other concerned individuals who demonstrated their interest in children's education and participation in the workforce.
In order for our district to maintain accurate attendance records and account for all students we are asking for your cooperation. If your family will be participating in "Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day" on Thursday, April 25, 2024, please update your child’s attendance in Pick-Up Patrol indicating the absence with the comment “Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day” entered in the more information section. Your child will not be marked absent if we are properly informed of their participation in this program.
LVMS Spring Sports Information
Boys Baseball - 7th / 8th Grades
Monday: Practice
Tuesday: Home Game vs. Frelinghuysen Middle School
Wednesday: Practice
Thursday: Away Game vs. Copeland Middle School
Friday: OFF
Girls Softball - 7th / 8th Grades
Monday: Practice
Tuesday: Home Game vs. Frelinghuysen Middle School
Wednesday: Practice
Thursday: Away Game vs. Copeland Middle School
Friday: OFF
Boys and Girls Track & Field** - 6th - 8th Grades
Monday: Meet at Morristown High School
Tuesday : OFF
Wednesday: Practice until 4:30 (ALL Track Athletes)
Thursday: OFF
Friday: OFF
Please make sure to bring running shoes and water!
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
Washington Township Community Events & Updates
Adult Technology Workshop
Sponsored by the Washington Township Recreation Dept., LVMS students will be assisting at the Washington Township Senior Center on 4/25/24
Long Valley Junior Women's Club - Families in Need Program
As class trips and other exciting events are approaching we wanted to reach out in case you are aware of any families that might need assistance in order to allow their children to participate in these activities. We are able to bring recommendations to the LVJWC board and will do our best to help any students or families that may be in need.
Attention 8th Grade Football Players!
WMCHS Football Orientation Meeting - Monday, May 6th!
PTA Events & Information
PTA Sponsored Shoe Drive - 4/8/24 - 5/31/24
During the months of April and May, the LVMS PTA is planning to sponsor a Shoe Drive. All types of GENTLY worn or new shoes are accepted, including sneakers, cleats, sandals, dress shoes, loafers, flip flops, etc. Please, no torn or damaged shoes, single shoes, roller skates or roller blades. Please consider saving shoes for the shoe drive as you plan your spring cleaning! Donation Bins will be in the lobby of the LVMS with a separate bin for each grade. Spirit points will be awarded to the grade with the most shoes donated. For information on where the shoes go, visit: https://funds2orgs.com/impact/
PTA Sponsored Student Volleyball Tournament - 4/26/24
The LVMS PTA will be hosting a Volleyball Tournament for all 6-8 students on Friday, April 26th from 3:45 - 6:00 PM. The cost to participate is $10 per student, or $20 per student including a t-shirt. Students are permitted to pick their own teams of 6 participants. Students can also register and be placed onto a team. Each team will play in the single elimination tournament and are guaranteed to play in at least one game. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase at the event. Students are also invited to watch as spectators! Please visit www.lvmspta.org to register. Please register as soon as possible, as space is limited!
Teacher Appreciation Week 2024: May 6th - May 10th
Sponsor a Staffer - Teacher Appreciation Week is right around the corner. The LVMS PTA will be honoring our teachers and staff for the huge role they play in our children’s lives. We are planning an entire week of treats from May 6-10 for our amazing staff and can use your help! Please consider making a donation of $10 (or more!) to the PTA’s “Sponsor a Staffer” so we can honor the best of LVMS! Please forward any questions to Jess Morgan bres03@yahoo.com.
LVMS PTA Board Elections: 2024-25 School Year
The LVMS PTA is recruiting volunteers to join us in our mission to continue our positive impact on the LVMS School Community. There are multiple board positions available! Please email ptalvms@gmail.com with any questions or for more information!
May PTA Meeting -
Thursday, May 2nd: 7:00 PM - LVMS Library or Virtually *TENTATIVE*
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4957750399?pwd=aVhabzdkS1lDL2tnOHZMVVp0Z1dsUT09&omn=82195366088
Meeting ID: 495 775 0399
Passcode: LVMSPTA
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