May 31 - June 3, 2016

Lakeside Lightning,

Lakeside is an opportunity, not an obligation 

We hope you are all enjoying Memorial Day Weekend. This is a very special time for our country as we pay respects for real reason we have this extra time off. In short, Memorial Day is a Federal Holiday for remembering the people who died while serving in the country's armed forces.

Here is a video about Memorial Day

Mrs. Gaudio and Dr. Cook with  Jordan, Jorja, and Phoebe

Last week we had an amazing time at Lakeside. On Monday, 3 eighth graders (Jordan Sprowl, Phoebe Baldasarre, Jorja Hibschman) were honored at Stockton University for winning the Stock Market Challenge 2015. Our team beat out at least 15,000 teams in New Jersey and thousands more nation wide as they were named the Middle School Champions.

On Wednesday, our 8th graders took the NJASK Science. In addition, the National Junior Honor Society (who came in early) went to Dave and Busters. Later on Wednesday, the entire staff gathered together to analyze 8 areas for improvement for next year. Teams were grouped randomly and everyone had the opportunity to share ideas. Look out for an awesome year!  On Thursday, the Student Council and Student Leaders club went to Six Flags for their annual trip.

This week our 8th graders will be going on their field trip to iPlay America. The 8th graders will have the opportunity to play games in New Jersey's lagest indoor boardwalk. Only those 8th graders who have earned enough points and paid their admission fee will be able to attend.

Any 8th grader who missed the NJASK Science assessment will need to participate in the Make-Ups on Wednesday. This Thursday evening is the annual AVID Awards Dinner at 6:00 PM. AVID students  and parents will great food while getting honored for their hard work!

This Friday our 6th graders will their annual trip. This year the eligible 6th graders will be going to the Funplex complex in Mt. Laurel.

Daily Announcements

LMS staff working on the School Improvement Plan for next year

Art Club Members: Please see Ms. Heim for your summer packet.

There will be a meeting on Wednesday, June 1st at 2:15 in the cafeteria for any girl interested in playing on the Girls Tennis Team or the Field Hockey Team next fall. Important information about summer practices and physicals will be provided.

Anyone who is not in one of our choirs this year and is interested in singing next year, please come to the choir room G115 during HOMEROOM for an audition. There are a few spaces available in next year’s 7th and 8th grade choirs.  Mrs. Booz will be auditioning students through June 9th.  

An informational meetings for 8th graders looking to play high school boys soccer or high school football will be held on Friday - June 3rd  in the cafeteria at 2:15pm. If you are interested please report to the cafeteria on Friday June 3rd at 2:15pm

PBSIS is proud to announce that the “End of The Year EXTRAVAGANZA” is back!!! Tickets cost 20 zaps and are available for purchase starting Wednesday, June 1st, at the following locations during HOMEROOM :
6th grade: Y-104 Zap Store
7th grade: Library
8th grade: M-112 Zap Store
What do you get for your 20 zaps……the main and auxiliary gyms will be loaded with plenty of blow-ups:  slides, obstacle course, bounce house and, weather permitting…..the Dunk Tank returns outside the gym!!!!So, walk, don’t run on June 1st to buy your ticket!!! Last day to buy a ticket is Wednesday, June 8th…….

NJHS and AVID students will be selling Daisy’s in the cafeteria during lunches to support the Daisy Days Campaign at Children’s Hospital in Philadelphia.  Each Daisy costs $1 and comes with a coupon for a FREE 16oz Wawa Iced Tea or Fruit Drink.  Please consider supporting this wonderful organization!

Do you like to go on field trips? Do you like to try new things? Do you like to have fun? If so, the 21st Century summer program is for you.  You can pick up an application in the grade level offices or at the front desk.  Please return them to the grade level offices by this Friday, May 27th.

Lakeside in the News
Check out this front page article in the Daily Journal on cars using Lakeside as a cut through to get to Union Lake Shopping Center. Spread the word to keep our kids safe!


Pictures from around the school

NJHS on their field trip! 

The Stock Market Champions!

NJHS on their Field Trip 

NJHS students on their Field Trip 

NJHS members 

NJHS Pizza Party! 

Gifted and Talented members enjoying pizza and camaraderie 

Gifted and Talented members enjoying some pizza and camaraderie 

Gifted and Talented members enjoying some food and camaraderie 

Mrs. DeClementi's students worked on Geometry 

Weekly Overview
Monday - No School - Memorial Day
Tuesday - A Day - 8th grade trip to iPlay America
Wednesday - B Day - NJASK Make Up Testing; Kayak Trip; SAL Meeing, 3:15 PM
Thursday - A Day - AVID Awards Dinner, 6:00 PM
Friday - B Day - 6th grade trip to Funplex; GAFE in CPT

May 23 - 27, 2016

Lakeside Lightning,

Lakeside is an opportunity, not an obligation! 

Shelby and Robert at Cumberland County Government Day

Another awesome week at Lakeside Middle School. We completed our Spring Concerts this week as the 6th and 7th graders were able to show us their skills!

On Monday, we had two LMS students represent us at the County Government Day. Shelby Souders and Robert Cuff spent the day with Cumberland County Officials learning the intricacies of our local government.

Lakeside 8th grader, Savasia Durham, and her sister, Shania, an 11th grader at MHS presented to the 4th graders at Holly Heights about their Lenni Lenape culture.  Savasia dressed like a typical teenager and Shania in her regalia to show that they are normal teenagers whose culture is very important to them.  They talked to the 4th graders about attending powwows, showed them their dances, how they respect the elders of the tribe, and the importance of the Eagle feathers to their culture.  In the one picture below, Savasia is holding up the eagle feathers, and in another picture they are teaching them one of the jingle dances.  The 4th graders asked some amazing questions and were so respectful of their visitors.

Mrs. Oquendo's class with Officer Nick Cioncotti 

This week Mrs. Oquendo's class welcomed Officer Nick Cincotti.  He discussed the importance of respect and realizing your destiny, which only we can control.  The kids thoroughly enjoyed speaking with him.

Our 8th graders surprised Mrs. Stroup and her husband (Officer Stroup) with a baby shower. The students put a lot of time and effort into the surprise. They are excited to meet the baby!

Mrs. Abel coordinated her annual Bike Trip to Cape May. When you look at the pictures of the week below, you will see how much fun they had. Congratulations to all who earned their way!

Congratulations to Mrs. Richardson who recently earner her Masters Degree from Rowan University! Be sure to congratulate Mrs. Richardson when you see her on this awesome accomplishment.

Daily Announcements 

Savasia and Shania presented to Holly Heights on Native American Culture

Art Club Members: Our final art club meeting will be Tuesday, May 24 after school. Please see Ms. Heim if you will not be able to make it.

Lakeside Staff: The Art Show display will be up until mid-week next week. Please take a few minutes to enjoy the displays if you haven't done so already.


Do you like baseball?! Tickets are now on sale for Lakeside Night at the Philadelphia Phillies on May 31st. Bus leaves at 5 pm and returns at 11 pm. Tickets are $20 and are first come first served. Family members are welcome. Come get a permission slip at the house offices or the main office!

LMS kids having fun in Cape May! 

This is a reminder from the Millville Athletic Department. Summer Weight Training and Practice Season will begin Monday, June 20, 2016. The Fall Sports Season will begin on Wednesday, August 10, 2016. Any students who wish to participate must have a current sports physical on file in the nurse’s office. Sports physicals are valid for 365 days from the date of exam. If your physical date is more than 90 days old, you must complete a re-cert form. All forms must be turned in to the school nurse. Sports Physical Forms may take up to 10 days to be cleared and Re-cert Forms may take up to 48 hours to be cleared. Only athletes who are cleared can participate – no exceptions. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. LaGamba in the Athletic Office at 856-327-6059 x 4.

Updates on the Lighting Round - Thank you for the support! 

• We have had over 4,500 visitors since March 7, 2016! 
• We have had visitors from the following countries: Germany, Ireland, Poland, Portugal, United Arab Emirates, Colombia, Russia, Australia, and Austria

Pictures from around the school

8th Graders suprised Mr. and Mrs. Stroup 

Mr. and Mrs. Stroup are excited! 

Cape May Trip 

Cape May Trip 

Cape May Trip 

Cape May Trip 

Thank you to Mrs, Abel for coordinating the trip! 

Our chaperones  had fun too! 

Robert with Jim Quinn 

County Government Day 

County Government Day 

6th Grade Spring Concert 

6th Grade Spring Concert 

NJDOE Assistant Commissioner Robert Bumpus (far left) speaking with our students

Relay for Life was held at LMS on Friday 5/20/16 

Mrs. James had a fun activity with statistics 

Mrs. James created some interesting activities  

Savasia presented to students at  Holly Heights on the Native American Culture 

Savasia presented to students at  Holly Heights on the Native American Culture 

Savasia presented to students at  Holly Heights on the Native American Culture 

Weekly Overview
Monday - B Day - Stock Market Games Awards Ceremony, Stockton University;
Tuesday - A Day - Another Awesome Day at Lakeside Middle School
Wednesday - B Day - 21st Century Summer Coordinator Interviews, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; NJASK Science Test, 8th grade only; Staff Meeting, 3:15 PM
Thursday - A Day - Jeans for Troops; EIRC Meeting, 9 AM - 12:00 PM; Student Leaders Field Trip; ESS Meeting, 1;15 PM
Friday -  B Day - Another Awesome Day at Lakeside Middle School

May 16 - 20, 2016

Lakeside Lightning,

Lakeside is an opportunity, not an obligation! 

8th grade Spring Concert 

Last week our students and teachers had quite a week! We continued to assess the students who missed the PARCC through make ups. We are hopeful that we will be fully completed by Tuesday.

Since it was Spirit Week, our students and staff showed their Lakeside Pride. Each day was filled with fun and a lot of unique styles. Students who participated received awards. A fun time was had by all!!!!

Our Fine and Performing Arts Department began the end of the year activities. The 8th grade students displayed their talents at the Spring Concert. Each of the students did a fantastic job. In addition, the Art Show provided an opportunity for everyone to see the hard work in the Art classes.

This week the 6th and 7th grade students will take to the stage to show their skills. Be sure to join us on Monday at 7:00 PM for the 7th graders, and Tuesday at 7:00 PM for the 6th graders. These concerts will be awesome!

Do you like baseball?! Tickets are now on sale for Lakeside Night at the Philadelphia Phillies on May 31. The bus leaves at 5 pm and returns at 11 pm. Tickets are $20 and are first come first served. Family members are welcome. You can get a permission slip at the house offices or the main office!

Teacher in their "Throwback" gear 

This Friday we will be having HAT DAY. Students and teachers who want to participate in HAT DAY must donate $1.00. This money will be used to help the PBSIS team implement the end of the year Extravaganza.

ATTENTION ALL 7TH GRADERS: The 7th Grade Class Trip is on June 8th at the Fun Plex.  If you are eligible to attend, Permission Slips are available from your Homeroom Teacher.  Permission Slips and money are to be returned to your Homeroom Teacher.  No payments will be accepted after Friday, May 20th.

This is a reminder from the Millville Athletic Department. Summer Weight Training and Practice Season will begin Monday, June 20, 2016. The Fall Sports Season will begin on Wednesday, August 10, 2016. Any students who plans to participate must have a current sports physical on file in the nurse’s office. Sports physicals are valid for 365 days from the date of exam. If your physical date is more than 90 days old, you must complete a re-cert form. All forms must be turned in to the school nurse. Sports Physical Forms may take up to 10 days to be cleared and Re-cert Forms may take up to 48 hours to be cleared. Only athletes who are cleared can participate – no exceptions. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. LaGamba in the Athletic Office at 856-327-6059 x 4.

Pictures from around the school

Spirit Week - Twin Day 

Throwback Thursday 

Throwback Thursday 

Field Trip to Academy of Natural Sciences 

Field Trip to Academy of Natural Sciences

Field Trip to Academy of Natural Sciences

Field Trip to Academy of Natural Sciences

Art Show 

Art Show 

Art Show 

Art Show 

Art Show 

Surface Area of Prisms and Pyramids

Surface Area of Prisms and Pyramids

Surface Area of Prisms and Pyramids

Spirit Week - Twin Day 

Spirit Week - Throwback Thursday 

Spirit Week - When I grow up! 

Spirit Week - 6th grade teachers in Yellow - At the Dance! 

Even Mr. Godfrey got into the spirit! 

6th grade pride! 

6th grade Pride! 

6th graders at their dance!!!! 

Video of the Week - Middle School Students discussion Drama and Social Networks 

Weekly Overview
Monday - A Day - ESS Parent Program, 6:00 PM; 7th Grade Spring Concert, 7:00 PM
Tuesday - B Day - RAC Meeting; GT Trip to Herr's; Cape May Bike Trip; 6th Grade Spring Concert, 7:00 PM
Wednesday - A Day - NJASK Science Traning
Thursday - B Day - NJASK Science (SE) training in CPT; Step Up Planning Meeting, 3:15 PM
Friday - A Day - HAT DAY ($ 1.00); Relay for Life Set up (All Day)