May 9 - 13, 2016

Lakeside Lightning,

Lakeside is an opportunity, not an obligation! 

Last week we celebrated National Teacher Appreciation Week. Each day the staff was acknowledged with a special treat. A very big thank you to the Parent Teacher Orientation for sponsoring the week.
Monday - We distributed 5 gift cards to lucky staff.
Tuesday - Pretzel Day - Each staff member was treated to a pretzel. In addition we gave out 6 Wawa gift cards to lucky staff.
Wednesday - Cookie Day - The cafeteria staff baked cookies for the staff.
Thursday - Rita's Water Ice - Each staff member enjoyed cherry or mango water ice from Rita's.
Friday - Bagels and Muffins - Upon arrival, the staff was treated to bagels and muffins in their grade level break rooms.

On Friday we hosted the Semi-Formal for our 8th graders. The students looked amazing! During the dance, the students had fun and acted appropriately. A Big Thank You to Mrs. Kern and the Student Council for hosting such a tremendous event. Also, thank you to all of the teachers who came out to support our students! We will be collecting all of the pictures that the students took and turning them into a video (check back soon).

Daily Announcements

The new Student/Staff Shout Out Board! 

We got spirit yes we do, we got spirit how ‘bout you?! Next week, May 9th to the 13th join us in celebrating Lakeside Spirit Week! Each day, show your Lakeside Pride by dressing the part.
Monday is Mismatch day
Tuesday is Twin Day
Wednesday is When I Grow Up Day
Thursday is Throwback Thursday
Friday is our colors competition. Let’s see who has the most school pride!
8th Grade - Orange
7th Grade - Blue
6th Grade - Yellow

ATTENTION ALL 7TH GRADERS: The 7th Grade Class Trip is on June 8th to Fun Plex.  If you are

Teacher Appreciation Week! 

eligible to attend Permission Slips are available from your Homeroom Teacher.  You only have 3 weeks to return your Permission Slip and money to your Homeroom Teacher.  No payments will be accepted after Friday, May 20th.

There will be a meeting for any 8th grade girl interested in joining the Girls Soccer Team for the Fall 2016 Season. The meeting will be held in the cafeteria at 2:00 pm on Monday, May 9th.

Attention all Lakeside students, faculty, and staff: The opening reception for the student Art Show will be held Thursday, May 12 from 6-7 PM in the auditorium foyer followed by 8th grade music performances. All past Encore Art students will have artwork displayed.  Be sure to come Thursday with family and friends to show off your hard work and talent!

Yearbook pre-orders will be taken until Tuesday, May 24th in Mrs. Sooy's room M133.  After that time yearbooks will be sold on a first come first serve basis once they are delivered.  The cost is $25 cash or a check made out to Millville Board of Education.  See Mrs. Sooy with questions.

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.

Band Parents - Don't forget about these important dates:
8th Grade Spring Concert May 12th at 7pm (the jazz band performs at this concert)
7th Grade Spring Concert May 16 at 7pm
6th Grade Spring Concert May 17 at 7pm
8th Grade Band/Choir Trip June 10th.

Final payment for trip due May 6th.

Not on Social Media? Be sure to check out this link to get caught up on our #lmslightning
#lmslightning on Social Media 

Pictures from around the School

Mrs. Tsoplakis's class is leaning about the Praying Mantis Life Cycle 

Mrs. Tsoplakis's class is leaning about the Praying Mantis Life Cycle

Mrs. Cuesta's class make their own stories 

Mrs. Cuesta's class made their own stories 

Semi Formal Decorations 

Mrs. Bergman's Semi Formal Selfies 

Mrs. DeClementi's class did Geometry Stars 

Video of the Week - The Volume Song (Happy Parody) 

Weekly Overview
Monday - B Day - Mismatch Day - PARCC Make ups; Step Up Ceremony Planning Meeting, 3:15, DMC
Tuesday - A Day - Twin Day - PARCC Make ups; Mini Model Congress; HPV Clinic, Mrs. Carlon-Wolfe
Wednesday - B Day - When I Grow Up - PARCC Make ups; AVID Trip, Deleware State; Sub Committee Meetings, 3:15 PM
Thursday - A Day - Throwback Thursday - PARCC Make ups; Academy of Natural Sciences Trip (Gardenhire/Wichnick); Art Show, 6:00 PM; 8th Grade Spring Concert, 7:00 PM
Friday - B Day - Color Competition (Each Grade wears their color - 8th Grade - Orange, 7th Grade - Blue, 6th Grade - Yellow); 6th Grade Dance, 3:15 PM

May 2 - 6, 2016

Lakeside Lightning,

Lakeside is an opportunity, not an obligation 

Take Your Child to Work Day 

Maybe we will get back to Spring since we are starting May this week. These unseasonably cold and wet days have been trying!

Last week was very exciting at our school. On Monday, the Board of Education approved Mr. Hudson as our new 8th grade Vice Principal. Mr. Hudson is excited about joining the Lakeside family. He has been over to the school throughout the week to begin learning about his new opportunity. His official start date is May 9.

The annual AVID fundraising trip took place on Tuesday at the Stratosphere Trampoline Park. There were lots of students and staff that attended the event. Thanks to Mrs. Hallenbeck for organizing the event!

On Wednesday, we had our monthly staff meeting. Dr. Cook talked about his first 31 days of being Principal at Lakeside. He shared some of the good news going on at Lakeside. One of the biggest accomplishments is that the student discipline was lower in April than it was in March. We are always ready to celebrate accomplishments.

Some of the 6th Grade Students of the Month

Also on Wednesday, Dr. Cook hosted over 50 students for "Lunch with the Principal." The staff identified students who exemplify what Lakeside stands for. In addition to earning a certificate, students got the chance to hear the kind words from the staff. Dr. Cook asked them to identify 3 areas that are going well at Lakeside and 3 areas we need to improve. He will share this with the staff.

On Thursday, some of our staff brought their children to work. This is such a awesome activity and allows our students to connect with the staff on a different level. Family is universal and important to everyone. Thank you to everyone who participated!

The 6th grade Students of the Month were recognized for their efforts on Friday by Mr. Godfrey. He purchased pizza and drinks for the outstanding students. Some of the teachers were able to stop by and congratulate the students. Also on Friday, Mrs. Sharpless rewarded her students who had not missed a homework assignment for the entire marking period!

Daily Announcements

Trampoline Park Fun! 

Student Council will be sponsoring the Semi formal Dance on May 6 from 7-9:30 We will be selling pre-event tickets with a permission slip on Wednesday April 20 until May 4th homeroom only in Y106.  Bring $8 and a permission slip.  Tickets will be distributed May 6 in homeroom.

Great Adventure permission slip due by Friday- money as discussed.  No Later than Friday for permission slip

Yearbook pre-orders will be taken until Tuesday, May 24th in Mrs. Sooy's room M133.  After that time yearbooks will be sold on a first come first serve basis once they are delivered.  The cost is $25 cash or a check made out to Millville Board of Education.  See Mrs. Sooy with questions.

Ms. Votta beat Mr. Clarke on the Speed Wall

The Family Friendly Grant is sponsoring a night at the Philadelphia Soul Game on Monday May 9th! Tickets are $25 and includes ticket, bus ride, a hot dog, soda, and popcorn. Bus leaves Lakeside at 5 and returns at 10:30. The trip is first come first served and family are welcome! Pick up a flyer at your grade level office or the main office today!

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.

Pictures from around the school

Take Your Child to Work Day 

Take Your Child to Work Day 

Take Your Child To Work Day 

Take Your Child To Work Day 

AVID Fundraiser at Trampoline Park 

AVID Fundraiser at Trampoline Park 

AVID Fundraiser at Trampoline Park 

AVID Fundraiser at Trampoline Park 

AVID Fundraiser at Trampoline Park 

AVID Fundraiser at Trampoline Park 

AVID Fundraiser at Trampoline Park 

AVID Fundraiser at Trampoline Park 

AVID Fundraiser at Trampoline Park 

AVID Fundraiser at Trampoline Park 

Thank you to our Secretary staff! 

The VP's and Dr. Cook celebrated our secretaries  

Lunch with the Principal 

Take Your Child To Work Day 

Take Your Child To Work Day 

Take Your Child Tor Work Day 

Mrs. Sharpless's perfect homework club! 

6th grade Students of the Month 

6th Grade Students of the Month 

6th Grade Students of the Month 

6th Grade Students of the Month 

6th Grade Students of the Month 

Weekly Overview
Monday - A Day - 8th Grade PARCC Testing;
Tuesday - B Day - National Teachers Appreciation Day: 8th Grade PARCC Testing;
Wednesday - A Day - 8th Grade PARCC Testing; SAL Meeting, 3:15 PM
Thursday - B Day - 8th Grade PARCC Testing; Track and Field Meet, Away, 4:00 PM
Friday - A Day - PARCC Make Ups; 8th Grade Semi Formal, 7:00 PM

April 25 - 29, 2016

Lakeside Lightning,

Lakeside is an opportunity, not an obligation

Lakeside Middle School supports Autism Awareness! 

The weather is finally starting to feel like Spring! Birds are chirping and the flowers are blooming.

Mrs. Schwailik's Earth Day Activities

This is always a special time of year when the beauty of life is evident!

When you look at the calendar of events, you may notice that we are starting 8th grade PARCC a day late. This is because the PARCC website was down this week. The website outage impacted almost all New Jersey School Districts.

This week we are looking forward to Take Your Child to Work Day. Some of our staff will be bringing their children to Lakeside. Student who participate in this event must get a note from their parent's place of work.


Daily Announcements 

LMS students hard at work 

The boys and girls track teams lost a heart breaker to Fernwood yesterday afternoon. However, the Lightning did receive some outstanding performances. Amber Lupton broke the school record in the 1600 meter with a time of 5:50. Nick Schwegel also broke the school record in the 1600 with a time of 5:14. Lakeside also received some individual winning performances from Quasym Cotto, Bryanna Craig, Ciera Bowman, Rebeca Fomich, and Leah Ellis.  The Lightning return to action on Monday afternoon with a home meet versus Hammonton. Hope to see you there.

Student Council will be sponsoring the Semi Formal Dance on May 6 from 7-9:30 We will be selling pre-event tickets with a permission slip from Wednesday, April 20 until May 4th during homeroom only in Y106.  Bring $8 and a permission slip.  Tickets will be distributed May 6 in homeroom.

Also, Great Adventure permission slip due by Friday. There will be no permission slips taken after that time.

Earth Day Clean Up 

Yearbook pre-orders will be taken until Tuesday, May 24th in Mrs. Sooy's room M133.  After that time yearbooks will be sold on a first come first serve basis once they are delivered.  The cost is $25 cash or a check made out to Millville Board of Education.  See Mrs. Sooy with questions.

The Family Friendly Grant is sponsoring a night at the Philadelphia Soul Game on Monday May 9th! Tickets are $25 and includes ticket, bus ride, a hot dog, soda, and popcorn. Bus leaves Lakeside at 5:00 PM and returns at 10:30 PM. The trip is first come first served and families are welcome! Pick up a flyer at your grade level office or the main office today!

End of the Year Activities
Here is a brief overview of some of the major end of the year activities at Lakeside. Please reminded that our calendar information is on this link http://mps.millvillenj.gov/Page/22

Take your Child to Work - April 28 (Details to follow)
8th Grade Semi Formal - May 6 from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM in Auxiliary Gym
Art Show and 8th Grade Spring Concert  - May 12, 6:00 PM (7:00 PM Concert)
7th Grade Spring Concert - May 16, 7:00 PM
6th Grade Spring Concert - May 17, 7:00 PM
AVID Awards Dinner (To Be Announced)
8th Grade Class Trip, May 31
6th Grade Class Trip, June 3
7th Grade Class Trip, June 8

8th Grade Step Up, June 14, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (Letter will be sent this week with more details)
LMS Awards Ceremony, June 15, 9:00 AM - 10:30 PM (Student Only) (8th Grade will have Yearbook Signing after)

Pictures from around the school

Mr. Hickman's students are studying embryos 

Mr. Hickman's students are studying embryos 

Mr. Hickman's students are studying embryos 

Creating and solving equations in Mrs. DeClementi's class 

BFFs 

Mrs. DeClementi's students creating equations 

Mrs. Schwailik's Earth Day Activities

Mrs. Schwailik's Earth Day Activities

Mrs. Schwailik's Earth Day Activities

Earth Day clean up with Mrs. Tsoplakis and Mrs. Donley's class

Earth Day clean up with Mrs. Tsoplakis and Mrs. Donley's class

Earth Day clean up with Mrs. Tsoplakis and Mrs. Donley's class

Earth Day clean up with Mrs. Tsoplakis and Mrs. Donley's class

AVID Guest Speaker, 

Melody Shoemaker

, C.A.D. Designer

 Pandrol U.S.A

AVID Guest Speaker Melody Shoemaker, C.A.D. Designer Pandrol U.S.A

Mrs. Fry practicing her Selfie skills before the Autism Awareness Picture :) 

Mrs. Sooy's class took learning outside this week 

Mrs. Colon's Earth Day activities included kite flying, and a drawing competition 

Video of the Week
Kid President is back on the campaign trail to help end child hunger with ConAgra. For every view or share of this video, between April 14 through May 9, 2016, ConAgra will donate the monetary equivalent of one meal to Feeding America®, up to 100,000 meals. #childhungerendshere

Weekly Overview
Monday, April 25 - B Day - 7th Grade PARCC; BOE Meeting, 7:00 PM
Tuesday, April 26 - A Day - 7th Grade PARCC; AVID Fundraiser, Stratosphere Trampoline Park, 3:15 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday, April 27 - B Day - Administrative Professional Day; 8th Grade PARCC; Lunches with the Principal (Selected Students): Staff Meeting, 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Thursday, April 28 - A Day - 8th Grade PARCC; Take Your Child to Work Day
Friday, April 29 - B Day - 8th Grade PARCC; Lunches with the Principal (Selected Students)