June 29 - July 3, 2020

Student Exchange 2020 

Lakeside Lightning,

Well, it is official... the 2019-20 school year is complete. We do have a lot of stuff left for parents and students to pick up or drop off. Our goal is contact everyone and allow for some time before we dispose of the materials. If you think you may still have materials, please feel free to call the office (856) 293-2450.

Our Student Exchange went very smoothly last week. Tuesday - Friday we distributed locker belongings, collected end of the year work as well Library books. The 8th graders received a T-Shirt, Step Up Certificates and any belongings from their lockers. Although it was hot, we had a great time seeing everyone.

Do you still need to come in and get your belongings or drop off your Chromebook? Our Front Office is open this Monday from 9-12 PM. Check back for more times after the 4th of July holiday.

Yearbooks
If you ordered a yearbook please be patient. Due to COVID 19, the manufacturing company is behind schedule. We anticipate them in late July. We will make announcements, post on this blog and on Facebook when they arrive. We will also let everyone know how they can pick them up. Again, we appreciate your patience. If you have questions, please email Mrs. Sooy (melissa.sooy@millville.org).

Food Distribution
Monday June 29 from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM at the Latch Key area near Target.

Pictures from around the school 

8th Grade Bags for Student Exchange 

Mrs. Gaunt, Mr. Bunting, Mrs. Salvati and Dr. Cook at the Remoties and Step Up

All prepared for the Student Exchange 

Student Exchange 

Student Exchange 

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Published by Spike Cook, Millville

June 22 - 26, 2020

Bailey Brown highest math in IXL 

Lakeside Lightning, 

Happy Father's Day to all of our Lakeside Dads! 

Thank you for a wonderful school year. As I said in my weekly email to the staff this year presented a number of unforeseen challenges and how we react to those challenges is all about perspective. As a school we accomplished a lot because we truly worked as a team. 

It is an honor that we increased our "staff members" during the Remote Learning Experience. Parents and guardians, we appreciate everything you did to assist us with one of the most challenging experiences all while we were in a Global Pandemic. Students. we are so grateful for everything you did this year whether it was during remote learning or in person. 

There will never be a year like this again! So, what's next? Well. we have a few things going on this week to finalize the year. 
Thank you for choosing Lakeside! ~Dr. Cook Principal

8th Grade Class of 2020
We are so honored to have worked with you over the past three years. We didn't end the year like we thought we would, but we made the best of it. We wish you the best of luck in High School. We look forward to hearing all of the great things that you are going to accomplish! Don't forget us! 

8th Grade Step Up 
Did you want to see the 8th Grade Step Up and Remoties again? It will be re-broadcast throughout the summer on Comcast Channel 22. In addition, you can follow this link for their Facebook page. Click here 

Full List of Remoties
We had over 600 nominees for the Remoties. See the attached link for all of our awardees. They are sorted by Teacher.  CLICK HERE 

Student Exchange
We will be doing a Global Message on Monday to Remind everyone. Please spread the word. 

Student Exchange Overview - During the following days, parents and students will be able to pick up belongings from their lockers, receive 3rd marking period Honor Roll and Principal Certificates, and to drop off Chromebooks and library books.

Student Exchange Dates - 

• June 23 - 6th and 7th Grade A-L (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM); 6th and 7th grade M-Z (1:00 PM- 3:00 PM)
• June 24 - 8th Grade A-L (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM); 8th Grade M-Z (12:30 PM - 3:00 PM)
• June 25 - Make up day

Student Exchange Process - Similar to the Chromebook distribution, all cars will enter LMS through Sharp Street entrance and follow the cones to the back of the building. Please anticipate that there will be lines but we will work to make it go as quickly as possible. Staff will be following the CDC Guidelines for Social Distancing and safety. Students and parents will stay in their car throughout the process. 

• All vehicles will be directed to the back of the building.
• The first stop will be for Chromebook Drop Off near the Performing Arts Center Entrance. 
• Then, near the Auxiliary Gym, you will be able to drop off library books and pick up certificates and locker materials
• On the way out you will be greeted by our Wave Parade of Staff Volunteers. 
• Everyone will exit out the Target side of the building. 

8th Grade Trip Reimbursement - According to our Business Office, the reimbursement process is lengthy. Their goal is to have them finalized by the end of June. They appreciate everyone's patience with this process. 

Winners of the Week - The Class of 2020 - Good Luck in High School 

On behalf of the Staff at LMS have a great summer. The blog will be posted a few times over the summer with important information. Stay tuned! 

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Published by Spike Cook, Millville

Website - http://lakeside.millville.org

Published by Spike Cook, Millville

June 15 - 19, 2020

Congratulations to our 8th Graders! 

Lakeside Lightning,

It's all about respect at LMS! 

8th Grade Step Up - Monday, June 15 at 6:00 PM Channel 22

Attention Lakeside Families: make sure your tune into the Virtual Step-Up ceremony will air this Monday, June 15, 2020, at 6:00 PM through Quinn Broadcasting on Channel 22. You can also view the Lakeside Facebook page as well as on the Quinn Broadcasting Website! 

Also, on Wednesday, June 24, 2020, 8th Grade students and parents will be able to pick up 8th-graders locker contents, Step-Up certificates, 2020 t-shirts, return Chromebooks, and have a chance to wave goodbye to all of your favorite teachers! Please plan to arrive during your alphabetically assigned time period: A-L (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM); 8th Grade M-Z (12:30 PM - 3:00 PM). Congratulations LMS Class of 2020!

The Student Exchange - During the following days, parents and students will be able to pick up belongings from their lockers, receive any certificates, and to drop off Chromebooks and library books. In next week's blog we will provide a detailed procedure for this process. Please mark your calendars. 

• June 23 - 6th and 7th Grade A-L (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM); 6th and 7th grade M-Z (1:00 PM- 3:00 PM)
• June 24 - 8th Grade A-L (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM); 8th Grade M-Z (12:30 PM - 3:00 PM)
• June 25 - Make up day

If there are conflicts with the dates listed above, our staff will work with parents and students to ensure they received their belongings and we receive the Chromebooks 

IXL rewards 

IXL Update 

This year has been a little different then any other year; we’ve had a lot of time to work independently at home.  Ms. Belmonte and Ms. Irwin wanted to acknowledge your hard work and thank all of the students and teachers who’ve worked really hard to keep up with the demand of Remote Learning. Next week as you pick up your belongings, students who’ve been trying their hardest on the program IXL will be rewarded with Applebee’s and Chili’s gift cards as well as a select will be receiving #LakesideStrong T-shirts.  

In addition to those rewards we wanted to reward two students who’ve shown great growth on IXL throughout the entire school year.  Let’s give a virtual salute to Richard Adams (Mrs. Zerra’s Mathematician) and Soraya Perez (Ms. Errickson’s Language Arts Champion) for persevering  and showing the most growth!! These two students earned our Personalized Lakeside Tumblers. Congrats! Remember to practice over the summer so that next year we have even more winners to celebrate! 

Lakeside Virtual Summer Camp 

Are you looking for something fun and interesting to do this summer?  If so, sign up for Lakeside’s Virtual Summer Camp.  Some of the activities include hip hop dancing, learning how to illustrate a character, photography and MUCH more.  The program will run from 10:00 am - 12:15 pm, Monday - Thursday from June 29 - August 6.  Have your parent or guardian click on

this link and complete the short registration form. If you need technology, we’ve got you covered.  Don’t delay because there are very few spots available. Contact Kelly Gandy if you have any questions. kelly.gandy@millville.org - 856-238-1052

Yearbook Information 

Yearbook orders are still being taken online. Just go to yearbookordercenter.com and enter school code 13222 then follow the directions after that. If you have any questions, email Mrs. Sooy at melissa.sooy@millville.org.

Lakeside Staff says, "Thank You for making the 2019-20 school year a success!"

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Published by Spike Cook, Millville

Website - http://lakeside.millville.org

Published by Spike Cook, Millville

June 8 - 12, 2020

Lakeside Staff Bitmoji Style 

Lakeside Lightning, 

It's All About Respect at LMS! 

Earlier this week, the district released the following statement:
"George Floyd’s death last week is both devastating to us and yet a deeply painful narrative known all too well in this country.

We, in Millville Public Schools, must stand together against all injustices, including racism, to fight inequality and promote social justice and inclusiveness for all members of our community. There is still much to do. However, we are committed to continue with our efforts in Character Education and Trauma-sensitive schools. We must promote a school culture and climate that is inviting and where all people- students, staff and families are safe and treated fairly and with respect.

Please feel free to contact your child’s school principal, counselor or district personnel if you need."

We want everyone to know that we are working collaboratively as a staff to address racism, inequality and to promote social justice and inclusiveness.  At Lakeside, our students are always at the forefront of our decisions. It is times like these that we must come together and work collaboratively to make things better. Education is the foundation and is the key to society. 

Our administrative team, teachers, and staff have been reading, sharing and most importantly discussing these issues in relation to our school community. We will be examining our curriculum, handbook, and policies to ensure we promoting inclusiveness throughout our school. As always, we will keep you updated!  

We thank everyone for their support of the Lakeside Community! 

With Love, 
Dr. Cook, Principal 

8th Grade Step Up 
To celebrate our LMS 8th grade students we will broadcast a pre-recorded Step-Up Ceremony Monday June 15, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. through Jim Quinn Broadcasting. Stay tuned for more details! 

The Student Exchange - During the following days, parents and students will be able to pick up belongings from their lockers, receive any certificates, and to drop off Chromebooks. In next week's blog we will provide a detailed procedure for this process. Please mark your calendars. 

• June 23 - 6th and 7th Grade A-L (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM); 6th and 7th grade M-Z (1:00 PM- 3:00 PM)
• June 24 - 8th Grade A-L (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM); 8th Grade M-Z (12:30 PM - 3:00 PM)
• June 25 - Make up day 
• If there are conflicts with the dates listed above, our staff will work with parents and students to ensure they received their belongings and we receive the Chromebooks 

Remote Learning - Week 12 

This is Make Up and Virtual Student Activities Week. Students will have the opportunity to make up assignments as well as participate in various end of the year activities with their teachers. Be sure to check Google Classroom for specific updates. 

Cafeteria Workers Come Up BIG During Remote Learning
Have you wondered how many meals our cafeteria workers have provided to Millville families?

• Lakeside – Breakfast = 31,399, lunch = 31,399. Total meals = 62,798 meals.
• Bacon – Breakfast = 22,305, lunch = 22,305. Total meals = 44,610 meals.
• Memorial – Breakfast = 22,317, lunch =22,317 . Total meals = 44,634  meals.
• District – Breakfast = 76,021, lunch = 76,021. Total meals = 152,042 meals.

This is an amazing accomplishment. Stop by anyone of the schools listed above on Mondays from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM. 

Nurse's Corner 
As public conversations around coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) increase, children may worry about themselves, their family, and friends getting ill with COVID-19. Parents, family members, school staff, and other trusted adults can play an important role in helping children make sense of what they hear in a way that is honest, accurate, and minimizes anxiety or fear. CDC has created guidance to help adults have conversations with children about COVID-19 and ways they can avoid getting and spreading the disease. Check out this link (Click here)

Office Hours
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Monday

Food Distribution
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Monday (Pick up is at the Latch Key entrance around back) 

Winners of the Week - Two of Lakeside's finest, Giovanni and Nicholas Colalillo, giving back to those less fortunate.

Giovanni and Nicholas Colalilo distributing food and supplies 

Stay current with Lakeside Middle School on Social Media:
Twitter - #lmslightning
Facebook – Lakeside Middle School (Official)
Weekly Blog – http://lakesidelightninground.blogspot.com/
Instagram - @lmslightning
Published by Spike Cook, Millville

Website - http://lakeside.millville.org

Published by Spike Cook, Millville