September 25 - 29, 2017

Lakeside Lightning,

The World Is Yours: Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities

Mrs. Morgan's wall became a library! 

We had another amazing week at Lakeside. Students and teachers are continuing to establish a very academic culture at the school. The administrators began "walking through" the school this week to see the learning in action, and we were not disappointed!

One of the most interesting walk through this week came in Mrs. Holmes's 8th grade Language Arts class. The students were comparing and contrasting the characters in the novel they are reading. The discussion and classroom climate was very impressive!

Last week we also had our first Fire Drill of the year. We just beat the rain on Tuesday with the drill. Look out for a security drill sometime this week!

This week we are excited for our Back to School Night. On Tuesday, September 26, parents and guardians are invited to the Auditorium for the beginning of a special evening. After the introduction, parents will be sent to their child's homeroom where they will get their schedule. Then, after homeroom, they will be able to go through the schedule. Make sure you are on time and stay to the right as you go through the school :)

Daily Announcements

Lab safety lesson 

This year’s “See You At The Pole” is on Wed. 9/27. All students and staff are invited to pray for our schools, teachers, families, and nation at the flag pole in the front of the building at 8am promptly.

Attention all students who applied for 21st Century. If you have been accepted, you will receive a letter on Tuesday morning in homeroom. The first day of program will be Monday, October 2nd.

Here are the Peace and Respect Days Update:
6th: 12 days
7th: 2 Days
8th: 1 day

You’ve been waiting for it, here it comes…It’s time for our first PBSIS Ice Cream Social!!!! Friday, September 29 is the date! During your lunch is the time! In the Cafeteria is the place! Tickets, which cost ONLY 10 ZAPS, go on sale Monday, September 26 in the cafeteria during all lunches. Tickets are limited, so buy your ticket EARLY!!”

Any Students interested in playing Intramural Mat ball please pick up a form from Coach Wittman or Coach Camerieri.  All students will need a physical in order to play.

Thank you and our joke for the week is... What kind of music is scary for balloons? POP music! Have an amazing week!

Congratulations to the 2017-18 National Junior Honor Society Officers 

Left to right: Ewan, Historian; Katherine, Historian; Gabrielle, Secretary; San'aa, President; Mary, Vice President; Olivia, Treasurer; Emma, Public Relations; Anthony, Public Relations

Great Minds Dress Alike - Twinning is Winning at LMS

Dynamic Duo - Mr. Jimenez and Mr. Hudson! 

Even though they work in opposite ends of the building, Ms. Votta and Mrs. Bermudez twinned! 

Athletic Schedule
Check out this link for the schedule for this week.

Pictures From Around the School

Using playing cards in Mrs. Ronchetti's room 

Mrs. Holmes's room 

Mrs. Ronchetti's students 

Mrs. Holmes's class... It's showtime! 

Reading corner in Mrs. Holmes's room 

Happy Birthday to Ms. Wynn, the Principal's secretary 

Mrs. Harrington's book cover 

Students working in Edmentum 

Mrs. Gandy reading with students in the hallway 

Mrs. Salvati's STEM Lab rocks! 

Mrs. Salvati's STEM lab lego component 

Video Of The Week - Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities - Thank you to Ms. Lowry for submitting this inspirational video 

Winners of the Week - This week's winners are the Girls Field Hockey team on their home opener win over Buena 1-0! Congratulations to Girls and their coach Ms. Wichnick. 

Weekly Overview
Monday - 9/25 - B Day - Board of Education Meeting, LMS Staff Recognition, 7:00 PM
Tuesday - 9/26 - A Day - Back to School Night, 6:30 PM (Report to Auditorium)
Wednesday - 9/27 - B Day - Staff Meeting, 3:20 PM
Thursday - 9/28- A Day - Another awesome day at LMS
Friday - 9/29 - B Day - Another awesome day at LMS

September 18 - 22, 2017

Lakeside Lightning,

The World is Yours: Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities

Mrs. Murphy and her wonderful granddaughter 

We finished our first full week at LMS for the 17-18 school year. Students and teachers accomplished a great deal as they set norms for the classrooms, hallways and lunch room. Students are adjusting to the new offerings on Edmentum, and they are doing excellent in the hallways!

We are excited that the Fall sports will be under way this week. We even have a few games! Be sure to check out the schedule below. Parents and students can always stay current with the Athletic Schedule by clicking this link.

On Monday, Dr. Cook and Mrs. Hallenbeck presented to the Board of Education. They reviewed all of the changes to the master schedule, new classes, and the new Advisory period. The board members were impressed and encouraged Dr. Cook and Mrs. Hallenbeck to continue to make changes to improve LMS!

Dr. Cook visited most of the Common Planning Times on Thursday to spend time with the teachers to see how the year was progressing. Teachers are really grateful for how well the students are behaving in the classrooms and in the hallways. They are adjusting to the scheduling changes but are even ready to share some ideas for next year! Many of the teachers reported different ideas on how to integrate the theme into their classrooms this year. Be sure to check back for progress!

Daily Announcements

Teachers learning more about Edmentum 

Girls soccer practice will start this Monday for all those cleared to play.  For any questions, please see Mr. Garrison in B112 or Coach Balinge in room B109!

The first PTO meeting of the school year will be held on Tuesday, September 19th at 4:30 in the art room. Come out and help us plan! Any questions contact Mrs. Salvati.

Come one, come all and join Lakesides 21st Century after school club. We have AMAZING activities, such as robotics, STEM, drumming, martial arts, and so much more. Get a registration packet from the main office or any grade level office and return them to the main office or to Mrs. Gandy in B-130. Don't delay because the limited spots are filling up fast.

Attention all students interested in playing a sport at Lakeside:
Please grab a physical form with the Thunderbolt on the front in the cafeteria during your lunch time.
If you've completed a physical form within the past couple of months, then grab the single sheet of paper labeled "HEALTH HISTORY UPDATE QUESTIONNAIRE" next to the Thunderbolt packet.
Any questions please see any of the Fall Sports Coaches or Mr. Williams at M101.

Thank you and our joke for the week is What did the taxi driver say to the wolf? Werewolf! Have a great week!

Pictures from around the school 

Making pinch pots in Ceramics class 

Take a shot! 

Ms. Grennon and Mrs. Powell hosted a Book Tasting! 

Ms. Grennon and Mrs. Powell hosted a Book Tasting! 

Ms. Grennon and Mrs. Powell hosted a Book Tasting! 

Ms. Grennon and Mrs. Powell hosted a Book Tasting! 

Ms. Grennon and Mrs. Powell hosted a Book Tasting! 

Winner of the Week - This week's winner goes to Mr. Fien for his heroic effort in the Mud Run. Congratulations on finishing this run with all of the muddy obstacles... you turned this into an opportunity!

Weekly Overview
Monday - September 18 - A Day- Admin Meeting, 9:00 AM
Tuesday - September 19 - B Day- PTO Meeting, 4:30 PM
Wednesday - September 20 - A Day- Girls Soccer vs. Buena, Away, 4:00 PM; Boys Soccer vs. Buena, Home, 4:00 PM
Thursday - September 21 - B Day -Another awesome day at LMS
Friday - September 22 - A Day - Girls Field Hockey vs. Buena, Home, 4:00 PM (Home Field Hockey games are at Millville Senior High)

September 11 - 15, 2017

Lakeside Lightning,

The World Is Yours: Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities

Mrs. Pettit and Mrs. Hardy showing College Spirit

We had another successful opening at Lakeside Middle School. This year we understand that there have been a lot of changes for students and for teachers. We are confident that once we get through the next few weeks that everyone will feel much more confident.

Each of the grade levels had assemblies this week to review expectations. The teachers and Vice Principals did a great job of carrying out the message of this year. We have very high expectations for the students in both the academic and behavioral areas. The reviewed the expectations for hallway, cafeteria and classrooms.  This week during the Advisory period all students will be required to review the Student Handbook and indicate that they have read and understand it.

Mrs. Abel, Mr. Kavanagh and Ms. McCafferty 

On Friday, Dr. Cook officially began the academic year with the All School Assembly. He also discussed the high academic expectations and the need for students to respect the adults in the building. He gave students an opportunity to try basic mindfulness techniques to calm themselves down before having issues with each other or with adults. Dr. Cook also reviewed the theme and shared 8th grade student essays from Mr. Fien's math class. This really helped students to see how their fellow students are addressing this year's theme. He shared with the students why all the staff were wearing College shirts. As a National AVID Demonstration School, and a Middle School with high academic rigor, we want to encourage everyone to be exposed to college! We will be having these monthly so stay tuned.

We are so very excited for this year as we turn obstacles into opportunities!

September 11
Please take a few minutes on Monday to honor those who lost their lives in this tragedy. Even though it was 16 years ago and none of our students were even born yet, it is important to understand the impact of what happened. Here are some resources for teachers and students regarding September 11.

Daily Announcements

The one and only Mr. Fry 

Attention to any girl interested in playing girls soccer this fall: Signup sheets will be posted in the cafeteria starting today.  Those with physical clearance will be able to begin practice this Wednesday, Sept. 13.  For any additional questions about girls soccer, see Mr. Garrison in room B113.

Do you have a passion for robotics and programming? Do you like to belong to a team to work together to achieve amazing things? Then you need to come learn about our first ever First Lego League Robotics Competition Team! Next Thursday, September 14th  immediately after school come to an informational meeting in M102 to learn more about how you can be on this exclusive team. Please have a ride to pick you up at 4 p.m. in Bus Lot A – by Genesis. Want more information? See Mrs. Salvati or Ms. Carroll.

The Zap Stores will have their GRAND OPENING on Monday, September 11th. All stores will be open during HOMEROOM. The 6th grade store is DOWNSTAIRS in Mr. Young’s room, Y-104. The 7th grade store is in Mrs. Balinge’s room, B-109. The 8th grade store is in Mrs. Gandy’s room, B-130

We are excited about our new Guitar Class 

Come one, come all and join Lakesides 21st Century after school club. We have AMAZING activities, such as robotics, STEM, drumming, martial arts, and so much more. Get a registration packet from the main office or any grade level office and return them to the main office or to Mrs. Gandy in B-130. Don't delay because the limited spots are filling up fast.

For anyone interested in playing for the 2017 Lakeside Boys’ Soccer team:  there will be a preseason meeting in Coach Kavanagh’s room, B137 today after school.  The meeting will last approximately 20 minutes, please have a ride home.  Sign-up sheets will be posted in the cafeteria and outside B137.  First practice will be Monday, September 11th.

Attention all students interested in playing a sport at Lakeside:
Please grab a physical form with the Thunderbolt on the front in the cafeteria during your lunch time.
If you've completed a physical form within the past couple of months, then grab the single sheet of paper labeled "HEALTH HISTORY UPDATE QUESTIONNAIRE" next to the Thunderbolt packet.
Any questions please see any of the Fall Sports Coaches or Mr. Williams at M101.

Thank you and our joke for today is What does the dinosaur use to get money? Tyrannosaurs checks.

Pictures from around the school

Mrs. Ronchetti wearing her GSC gear 

Even the students got involved 

Mr. Gardenhire and Mrs. Phillips 

Mrs. Balinge, Mr. Hickman and Mrs. Sanderlin 

Mrs. Gandy and Mrs. Henry 

Mrs. Abel and Mrs. Hallenbeck 

Ohio State and Michigan getting along? Only at LMS! 

Ms. Z says "Go Blue Hens" 

College crew! 

Mrs. Raugh 

Mrs. Ciccio 

Mrs. Schwailik

Mr. Procopio 

Mrs. Bermudez 

Mrs. Lokey 

Mr. Fien 

College Spirit 

Mr. P wearing Alabama gear? 

Mrs. Hoffman and Mrs. Hennis 

A future Temple Owl? 

Who has College Spirit? 

Rocking their College Gear 

It's College Spirit Day! 

Mrs. Worthington and Mrs. Ney 

Video of the Week - Every student deserves every opportunity to succeed 

Winner of the Week- This week's winner of the Blog is Mrs. Schwailik. She presented her healthy eating techniques to the local Millville community at VegStock 2017. 

Essential Oils to help with ailments 

Healthy cooking 

Weekly Overview
Monday, September 11 - B Day - Regular Schedule with bells; Dr. Cook presenting at BOE meeting, 7:00 PM
Tuesday, September 12 - A Day - Another awesome day at LMS
Wednesday, September 13 - B Day - Security Interviews, Conference Room; Departmental Meetings, 3:20 PM
Thursday, September 14 - A Day - Dr. Cook in PLCs all day
Friday, September, 15 - B Day -Another awesome day at LMS