Life is better at the L.A.K.E.
Lakeside Middle School - Friday, October 1, 2021
We hope that everyone had a safe and relaxing Fall Break.
Right before the break, our Enrichment classes hosted a book tasting to find out what books they want to read next. We also welcomed Dr. Bearden for a visit to see our Flex Time. He participated in ping pong, mobile gaming, saw study hall and help sessions, and ended with a Just Dance party. We are so thankful to have this break in our day!
On a more serious note, I sent an email a couple of weeks ago regarding the Tik Tok Challenges. See Something, Say Something! Please talk to your children about TikTok challenges and their life-changing consequences. Students and parents/guardians may submit ANONYMOUS tips at http://ow.ly/KoMH50GiVEc.
We are a community that must work together to keep Lakeside and Forsyth safe. Thank you for keeping students home when sick and staying in communication with us.
Dr. Bearden playing Ping Pong during Flex
Chess during Flex
Mobile Gaming
COVID Notification Procedures- Important Contact Information and Nurse Information
If a positive case is reported this week and the student has attended this week- you will only receive an email if your student was within 6 feet of the positive student or rode the bus with the student.
It is important that if you CHOOSE to quarantine your student that you notify Megan Thompson mthompson78@forsyth.k12.ga.us
It is important that if your student tests positive that you notify Cindy Lewis clewis@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Please read the COVID Facts for Families 8/23 from the District
Teacher and Support Staff of the Month
It’s time to start voting for “Teacher of the Month.” In addition, we will also be recognizing a “Support Staff of the Month.” This includes secretaries, custodians, cafeteria workers, and paraprofessionals. The winners of each monthly award will be eligible for next year’s “Teacher of the Year” and “Support Staff of the Year” award.
When making your choice, be sure to think about a teacher and a support staff member that exemplifies Lakeside P.R.I.D.E. Nominate people who show positivity in their work, respect for students and peers, integrity, diligence in their work, and make the effort to be kind to all.
Teacher of the Month-Click HERE
Support Staff of the Month- Click HERE
Congratulations to our Teacher of the Month- Ms. Shamblin (7th grade ELA)
Congratulations to our Support Staff Member of the Month- Ms. Densmore (Paraprofessional)
Congratulations to our Positivity Staff Award Winners
Ms. Menichino
Ms. Risse
Ms. Wester
Ms. Regan
Ms. Mishoe
Ms. Burnell
Important Dates Happening at the LAKE
Yearbook
Oct. 1st is the last day to buy the yearbook for $45.
After October 1st, the yearbook will be $48.
8th grade ads are due by November 1st.
Order here lmsyearbook.com
End of 1st Quarter
October 13th
Early Release
October 20th and October 21st
No School
October 22nd
Red Ribbon Week
October 25th-29th
Book fair is coming!
October 25th-29th.
Picture Retakes
October 26th
**ATHLETICS NEWS**
-FOOTBALL -
--Next Football Games:
· Away V game vs. South Forsyth MS - Tuesday, Oct. 5th at 6:30 PM @ Lambert HS
· Home JV game vs. Piney Grove MS - Saturday, Oct. 9th at 9:00 AM @ Lion's Den
· Away V game vs. Piney Grove MS - Tuesday, Oct. 12th at 5:30 PM @ PGMS
-COMPETITION CHEER -
Cheer Kicks Off their season Saturday, October 2nd at Buford Highschool.
-CROSS COUNTRY -
Update- Cross Country took 1st place in both the Boys and Girls Forsyth County Cross Country Championships on Wednesday night at Vickery Creek Middle School. Lakeside took the top two spots in the Varsity Boys race with Aidan O'Sullivan in first and Camden Coker a close second. On the girl's side, Audrey Cadeau took a third-place finish in the Varsity Girls race. The Lions look to finish up their season at the Georgia Middle School Cross Country Championships on October 16th.
More Cross Country Information
-Upcoming Winter Sports Tryout Information-
In order to try out for any winter sport at Lakeside, you must be academically eligible as well as have a current, up-to-date physical on file with the Athletics Department. You can find the Physical Packet HERE. Any questions, please contact Athletic Director, Jessica Davis
-BASKETBALL CHEER -
Tryout out information Linked HERE
-7th and 8th Grade Girls and Boys Basketball Tryouts Information- Informational meetings will be held on: October 6th at 8:15 AM and October 13th at
8:15 AM in the gym (you only need to attend ONE meeting)
Tryout out information: Tryout Information Sheet with Tryout times and dates
Order Lions Locker Gear on MyPaymentsPlus
Students of the Month- Positivity
P.R.I.D.E. Students of the Week Shoutouts (9/6 – 9/17):
6th Grade:
Mr. D’Arcangelo recognizes Kaelin G. because she has shown diligence and so much positive over the past few weeks in Math. She never quits when given a challenge problem!
Mrs. Ferrer recognizes Colton R. because he comes to school with a great attitude and he always displays awesome character. When the class had a sub, Colton demonstrated true character by helping her out without being asked. He is a fantastic role model!
7th Grade:
Ms. Lacrosse recognizes Sydney B. because each day Sydney is prepared for class, participates in discussions, and shows her best effort. She is a great role model for others by demonstrating all characteristics of PRIDE.
Mrs. Ryan recognizes Katie F because she comes to class prepared each day and is a positive role model to her peers. She exemplifies respect to me and her teammates. I am so honored to be her teacher!
8th Grade:
Mrs. Burnell recognizes Matthew C. for always having a positive attitude (and for always sharing amazingly funny riddles). Keep up the great work!
Mrs. Woddail recognizes Nicole H. because she is a ray of sunshine and kind to everyone she meets. Despite being new to our school, she has befriended many people and always shows concern for others. We are so lucky to have you at Lakeside!
Counseling Corner
This website provides relevant information regarding mental wellness, mental illness, and resources to support improving mental health in Forsyth County, GA.
PTO Update
Step It Up Fundraiser is currently in motion- we have had over 2200 emails sent to families and friends around the world. This event will run until October 8th so make sure to participate. We will have more drawings throughout the next week.
Please make sure to join the Lakeside PTO. We want our parents to be a part of our school community! We have so many exciting things planned for this year and want all families to join in.
We have over 200 PTO Members this year - don't miss out on your chance to purchase your PTO membership today!
Ways to Support Lakeside
Transportation Reminders
Transportation will have delays as bus routes are finalized and adjusted based on the amount of students on buses. Please know that the morning bus may run late and students that arrive late will not be marked tardy. Additionally, we keep breakfast open until all bus riders have arrived. In the afternoon, some buses will run double routes so please be patient as the goal is to have students arrive home safely.
Here is a link so that you can follow when a bus is loading and departing in the afternoon. Bus Update
Band Instruments that are bigger than a clarinet will not fit on buses.
Please have a plan on how your student will get home each day prior to leaving for school. The school will not be able to contact each student regarding transportation changes. Students will be allowed to look at their phones at 4:10 to check for transportation changes sent by parents. If your student is a walker, have a back up plan in place in case of cancellation of walkers due to weather.
No students are allowed to check out after 3:30.
Students that arrive prior to 8:30 will go to the cafeteria.
Bus riders will go directly from their bus to their classroom.
Please do not let car riders out before they reach the sidewalk inside our parking lot in the morning.
Dismissal:
Walkers:
- Walkers will be dismissed out the front doors beginning at 4:10.
- Must walk home and not be picked up on side streets, other neighborhoods or Haw Creek
Car Riders:
- Car Riders will be dismissed as soon as walkers are clear. Please tell your student to look for you so that when you pull to the front they can get in quickly. There are not car rider numbers. You do not need to notify the school if your child is changing transportation.
- Please pull all the way until the end of the PODS. Cars alternate turning into the parking lot.
Bus Riders:
- Bus Riders will be dismissed as the buses arrive. Please be patient with the bus routes for the first few weeks of school.
- Bus Update
Walkers need to walk to their homes and may not be picked on side streets or in elementary school parking lots. There is no parking in Princeton Square or Echols Enclave for walkers or Haw Creek or on the access road between Lakeside and Mashburn.
Lakeside Daily Procedures
Class Schedule:
We will have a seven day period day where students will attend 5 academic classes, 2 connection classes, lunch and FLEX time.
Breakfast and Lunch:
Students will eat in the cafeteria for breakfast and lunch. There are a limited number of microwaves for students to use to heat up lunches. Breakfast and lunch are both free to all students for the 2021-2022 school year. This includes salads and subs. You may add money to My Payments Plus for extras such as doubles or ice cream.
Attendance:
If your student is out for a non-COVID related absence please send your note/email to Jennifer Armistead jarmistead@forsyth.k12.ga.us
If it is COVID related please see who to contact above.
Technology:
We will have devices for students to use in the classroom if they do not have technology to bring with them. Students may bring their own technology to use for instructional purposes. If your student has a cell phone, they may not use it from 9:00-dismissal unless a teacher directs the use for instructional purposes. Please do not text or call your student during the school day.
Masks:
Masks are strongly encouraged for students and staff when indoors.
Lockers:
Students will be able to utilize lockers. Students will be assigned locker break times rather than going to their lockers in between class periods. Students will receive locker break schedules on the first day of school from their teachers.
Clubs:
Clubs meetings are held at various times including before school, after school and during FLEX time. All club offerings will be on the Lakeside webpage after the first day of school.
Payments:
All payments should be made through MyPaymentsPlus. This includes payments for lunch accounts as well. Locker, agenda, and PE uniform payments and items from the Lions Locker are available through MyPaymentsPlus.
School Supply List:
Please use this link for the school supply list- School Supply List . We also encourage students to bring their own water bottle and hand sanitizer.
Item Drop off :
Parents will not be able to drop off items with the exception of medication or eyeglasses.
COVID: If your child tests positive for COVID please notify Nurse Cindy Lewis clewis@forsyth.k12.ga.us or Megan Thomson mthompson78@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Parent Portal Update
All forms will be on Parent Portal this year and must be completed ASAP.
Support Team Contacts
Megan Thompson- Principal
Ali Parker
Rob Boyd
Kim Driesse
Marcy Bottoms
Joe Wilson
Trivette Lipscomb
Elizabeth Harris
Kristen Woddail
Thank you to all of our Partners in Education
If you would like to become a Partner in Education please contact Lakeside PTO lakesidemiddlepto@gmail.com
Lakeside Middle School
Email: mthompson78@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Website: https://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/lakeside
Location: 2565 Echols Road, Cumming, GA, USA
Phone: 678-965-5080
Facebook: facebook.com/LakesideMiddle
Twitter: @LakesideMDL