Lake Denoon Family Newsletter
March 15, 2024
Important Dates
March 18th
PTO Meeting LDMS Library - 5:30 - 6:30pm
Quarter 3 Ends
March 20th - 22nd
8th Grade Science and Social Studies Testing (Forward Exam)
March 25th - April 1st
Spring Break
April 26th
Make-A-Wish Spaghetti Dinner - LDMS
Wisconsin Forward Exam - Important Reminders
Testing for the Wisconsin Forward Exam begins for 8th Grade students on Wednesday, March 20th. Grades 5, 6 & 7 will begin testing after Spring Break.
On testing days all students need:
- Their district issued Chromebook - fully charged
- Corded headphones - wireless earbuds/headphones are not allowed on this exam
Positions Available at Lake Denoon
Are you, or someone you know, looking for a job with the flexibility of having time off when students are off of school? If so, please consider applying for a position at Lake Denoon!
We are searching student-centered candidates to fill the following positions:
Instructional Assistant - Serve alongside our students with disabilities
We are looking for candidates who:
- Understand that relationships with students, families and staff are fundamental to what we do at Lake Denoon.
- Ensure every student feels they belong and knows they matter at LDMS.
- Enjoy working with middle school students!
- Will be an advocate for all students.
- Will bring a positive disposition to LDMS each and every day.
If you are looking to impact the lives of our Timberwolves, please consider reaching out! Or if you know of anyone who might be interested, please pass this opportunity along! You can email Chad Krupar at chad.krupar@muskegonorway.org if you have any questions or want to talk more about one or more of the positions. Or, you can apply on WECAN (Position Number - Instructional Assistant - Special Education #199980)
Please reach out as soon as possible if you might be interested!
2024 Summer Learning Academy Info & Important Change in Registration Process
We are pleased to announce that Muskego-Norway Schools is offering a variety of summer school and sports academy options for our elementary and middle level students this summer!
To access more details about the summer offerings, please click HERE to access the 2024 SLA Course Catalog to learn more! Here’s some general information regarding Summer Learning Academy:
Location - Bay Lane Elementary
Week 1: 6/17-6/20
Week 2: 6/24-6/27
Off Week of July 1
Week 3: 7/8-7/11
Week 4: 7/15-7/18
**Dates and location are different for All-Sports Academy, Fab Lab, Swim Lessons, Volleyball Skills Academy, Micro Entrepreneur Business, and Muskego Power. See catalog for details.
SLA Registration Info:
** This year, registration will not be first come, first served. As a result, parents can log in to Infinite Campus to enter course requests anytime during the open registration window. **
The Infinite Campus priority registration window will be open 8:00 AM Wednesday 4/3 through 4 PM Friday 4/5. At that time, registration will temporarily close so students can be scheduled into their requested classes.
Course requests during the Priority Registration period are not time stamped. It is not first come, first served.
Any classes with more requests than seats will be determined by lottery.
It is very important to select alternate courses in the event that a class is filled. If alternate classes are not selected, there is a greater likelihood of gaps in your child’s schedule.
Schedules will be posted to Infinite Campus 4 PM on Friday, April 19. At that time, late registration will reopen to families who have not yet registered, as well as the wait list for schedule change requests. Course availability may be limited.
ACP Corner
6th Grade Lesson:
School Subjects at Work Xello Lesson
Learning Targets:
I can relate school subjects to various work tasks
I can explore ways to use my favorite school subject in a career
7th Grade Lesson:
Exploring Learning Styles
Learning Targets:
I can identify how visual, auditory, or tactile methods are used to learn
I can reflect on how knowing my learning style can help me
Transition to High School
Learning Targets:
Explore ways to make my transition to high school easier and more successful.
Identify questions and concerns I have about transitioning to high school.
Explore clubs, activities, and other resources to help handle the transition to high school.
What’s happening in ACP?
What can you do?
Please consider talking about the topics below as a family this month.
Being open-minded is a skill for future employment. It is important to show a willingness to learn new information from those who have expectations of us (such as a parent/guardian/teacher/employer)
Conference Tournament Championship
CONGRATS to the 7th grade girls volleyball team and their coaches on the Conference Tournament Championship! The hard work and dedication of the players and coaches made for an amazing season.
Love and Logic Parenting Skills and Techniques
Mill Valley Elementary will be hosting a 5 week session starting on Wednesday, April 3rd . Please note that reservations are necessary as seating is limited.
NJHS Make A Wish Spaghetti Dinner
The LDMS NJHS chapter will be hosting a Make a Wish Spaghetti Dinner on Friday, April 26th at LDMS Gym. We hope that you will be able to join us for this amazing event.
CLICK HERE to buy your tickets!
Best Buddies Friendship Walk
Save the date, May 18th, for the Best Buddies Friendship Walk ...
Building Academic Foundations Class
The 8th grade Building Academic Foundations class is looking for presenters to help learn about a variety of careers. We welcome all careers and would ask you to share some of the following aspects of your career path:
- How your work relates to classes students are taking in school.
- Share any helpful advice that you wish you learned or things you had done in school to be more prepared for your career.
- Share examples of your daily routine that incorporates skills students are learning such as communication, critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, writing, etc.
- Talk about your career path and why you chose to pursue it or how you ended up where you are.
- Explain what you like best/least about your job and/or career field.
We are open to in person presentations or virtual presentations. Thanks for your consideration.
Please contact elizabeth.rilling@muskegonorway.org
Open Gym at LDMS
Please consider joining us for Open Gym on one of the following Saturday's from 8-11am. The cost of admission is 2 non-perishable can goods for the Muskego Food Pantry. Please have your ride waiting for you by 11am at Door 22.
3/16/24
Did You Know...
If missing school is unavoidable, talk to your children’s teachers in advance to create a plan for making up missed work. But remember, a homework packet cannot make up for the interaction and learning that goes on in the classroom. When your child misses school, not only is she/he missing instruction, but the class is missing what your child contributes.
PTO Spring Spirit Wear Sale
Lake Denoon Middle School PTSO Spring Spirit Wear store is now open! We have the usual offerings plus an original design T-shirt done by some of our creative students! Check it out! Don't see something you like? Please reach out to ptolakedenoon@gmail.com or on Facebook @LakeDenoonPTO and let us know what you would like to see offered!
Here is the link:
PTO at a Glance
Contact the LDMS PTO!
Email ptolakedenoon@gmail.com
Follow us on Twitter and Facebook!
Twitter @LakeDenoon
Facebook @LDMStimberwolves
Lake Denoon Middle School
Email: chad.krupar@muskegonorway.org
Website: https://www.muskegonorway.org/schools/lakedenoon/
Location: W216S10586 Crowbar Drive, Muskego, WI, USA
Phone: 262-971-1820
Facebook: facebook.com/LDMStimberwolves
Twitter: @LakeDenoon