AR Lunch Bunch

Reading is such an important skill for our students to develop and to continue developing as they progress in school.  The more a student reads, the more their vocabulary is developed.  State of Texas testing, the STAAR, requires our students to think critically about what they are reading.  Additionally, students are asked to apply what they read to problem solve across different content areas.

In an effort to encourage more students to read, Lorena Middle School has started a new incentive program.  Each six weeks for the first 5 six weeks, students who reach 100% of their AR goal will be entered into a drawing to travel off campus fora pizza lunch.  Two students from each grade will have their names drawn and travel with the principals for lunch.

At the end of the year, students who have reached 100% of their goal for the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th,and 5th six weeks grading periods will be entered into a drawing for a Nook or a Kindle.

Thank you in advance for encouraging your student to Read More and Learn More.

Leopard Line 

Students in 6th, 7th and 8th grade can join Lorena Middle School's Spirit Club or Leopard Line.  The Leopard Line supports our Leopards in their different endeavors.  The Leopard Line pictured here were cheering on the Leopards victory over the Mexia Blackcats.  The Leopard Line is sponsored by LorAnn Newman.  #Go Leopards

Monday through Friday, October 27th through October 31st, is National Drug Prevention Week also known as Red Ribbon Week.  While we stress making healthy choices throughout the year, now and in the future, Red Ribbon Week is a week selected to focus on saying no to drugs. Guest speakers are scheduled and messages from our school counselor will be shared. Each day there is a theme to coordinate with our message of saying no.

 



Should you have any questions, please call the office at 254-857-4621.

After School Tutoring

If your student is in need of additional support, Lorena Middle School hosts after school tutoring from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.  Tuesday Tutoring is held with Mrs. Schulte in her computer lab.  If students need access to online materials or help with Math, Mrs. Schulte can help.  Wednesday Tutoring is held with Mrs. Campbell in her room and the focus is just Math.  Students do not need to sign up or register, they just need to report to these teachers' rooms on the designated day.  Parents may pick up students at 5:00 p.m. in front of the school.  If you have any questions, please contact the office at 254.857.4621.

October Teacher of the Month

Congratulations to Mrs. Qourzal!!!  

Mrs. Qourzal, or Mrs. Q as she is called by the students, has been nominated and selected as the Lorena Middle School Teacher of the Month for October.  Mrs. Qourzal teaches 8th grade Science. She also helps with National Junior Honor Society.

Mrs. Qourzal is in her 3rd year of teaching.

Below is a portion from the nomination letter Mrs. Qourzal received:

I would like to nominate Mrs. Qourzal for Teacher of the Month.  She puts a lot of time and effort into planning her lessons.  She truly cares about her students and wants to make sure that her classes are fun and engaging for all students.  Mrs. Qourzal is always willing to lend a helping hand to other teachers as well.  She is a great team player and is a big reason why Lorena Middle School is such a wonderful place.

Congratulations Mrs. Qourzal!!

If you are interested in nominating a teacher for Teacher of the Month, please go to the following link LMS Teacher of the Month Nomination Form or contact the front office at 254-857-4621.

LMS Meet the Teacher Nights

The 2014-2015 school year has gotten off to a great start!  Meet the Teacher nights have been scheduled for each grade level.  Please check the schedule listed below for your student's grade level meeting date and time.

7th Grade     Thursday, September 11th from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

8th Grade     Thursday, September 11th from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

6th Grade     Tuesday, September 16th from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

This is a great opportunity for you to see where your students spend a majority of their time each day.  It is also a chance for you to see the new carpet and expanded gym lobby. 

Thank you for supporting LMS now and throughout the school year.  We look forward to meeting you at one of the scheduled Meet the Teacher Nights.

Back To School

WOW!!

The summer is flying by quickly.  Lots of great things are taking shape with the construction process.  The Lorena Middle School will be ready to accept, invite and challenge students on day one - which this year is the day after Labor Day, Tuesday, September 2nd.

Important Dates to Remember:

August 4 -    New Students to the District may begin the online registration process.
August 11 -  Returning students to LISD may begin the online registration process.
August 29 -  Schedule pick up and yearbook photos taken at LMS from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
                      (NOTE:  students must be in dress code to have pictures taken)

NOTICE - Immunizations for incoming 7th graders

All students who will be entering the 7th grade in the 2014-2015 school year will need to obtain vaccinations this summer (if they have not already done so). The State of Texas requires that all students be vaccinated against certain communicable diseases before starting school.  Students that do not meet the 2014-2015 Texas Minimum State Vaccine Requirements will not be able to start the school year OR obtain his or her schedule if immunizations are not up to date.  Please check with your doctor or the school nurse if you have any questions.

I hope everyone is enjoying this cooler than normal summer.  The 2014-2015 school year is fast approaching.  It is going to be a GREAT school year.  Lorena Middle School will be "ALL IN" - "All Leopards Learning & Invested" to explore and give 100% effort toward EXTRAORDINARY!!

Please contact the LMS office with any questions.  There will also be more information about registration on the LISD website in the coming weeks.