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Dear LCMS Panther Families,

The next few weeks we get to settle into a routine with consistent bell and lunch schedules.  Testing will resume on May 2 with the NGSSS 8th grade Science Assessment. 

Over the next few weeks, we also have several performances. Please be sure to see the dates above and come out to support our Panthers. 

Have a great week!

Sincerely, 

Dr. Melissa Laudani

Principal, Lawton Chiles MS 

Pantherettes Showcase

Come see our Pantherettes Dance Team in their final performance of the year!  The permission slip below is required for all students to attend.

Required permission slip

National BETA School of Distinction

Congratulations to our BETA Club and sponsor Mrs. Brady for being recognized. 

***Repeated but Relevant***

Tdap Requirement for incoming 7th graders

If you are the parent of a current 6th grader, now is the time to make sure that we have the most up to date immunization record that includes the mandatory Tdap booster. Record of this immunization is REQUIRED before your child will be allowed to start 7th grade in the fall. If you have the record of the Tdap booster already, please feel free to drop it off in the front office or email it to Mrs. Moss at mosssl@scps.k12.fl.us . If your child has not yet had the Tdap booster, please make arrangements to do so ASAP. 

New EOC Grading Methodology

The transition to FAST assessment requires an update to the methodology used to calculate final grades in courses with state required EOCs. This methodology will be applied beginning in the 2023-2024 school year and after.

· The new calculation method

· Applies to all EOCs ( Algebra 1, Geometry, Biology, MS Civics, HS Us History).

· Eliminates the need for alternative calculation methodology.

· Is transparent and easy for teachers, students, and parents to understand.

· Balances the impact of the EOC on the student’s final semester grade and the grades earned by students at the direction and discretion of the teacher. · Detailed grading information can be found at SCPS EOC Grading Requirements.

Order "Alice in Wonderland" tickets here: https://www.msbtickets.com/ChilesMiddle/schoolevents 

Robotics 2024-2025 Applications now available

Applications for the 2024-2025 RoboPanthers Robotics Teams are now available. Applications are due May 1 to Mr. Rebarick (either leave in front office, give to him, or email to rebariwz@scps.k12.fl.us ). The strongest candidates will be invited to attend the tryouts at LCMS on May 8 @ 3:10 pm.

RoboPanthers 2024-2025 Application

8th gr Dance

Tickets go on sale Friday, April 19

Register here for Parent Forum: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/scps-mental-health-parent-forum-32783278737 

Our Future Knights camp is for girls and boys grades K-8, who want to improve their basketball skills and be taught drills that will develop their game for the next level. There will be intense drills and stations each day along with 5 on 5 games to put those new skills to practice! Our current knights will be camp counselors along with other coaches will personally teach drills and lead group stations.  

Register here: https://www.sytiamesserbasketballcamps.com/  

OHS Mane Attraction Dance Team Clinic

Register here: https://forms.gle/g8TnkWnMKeWEYM4e8   

PTSA 8th Grade Donation Letter

Please see the letter below from the PTSA 8th grade Committee

8th grade Donation Letter

Club Listing - UPDATED 2/8

We are still working out the logistics for some of our clubs. However, some are up and ready to get started. 

Step 1 - Click the link below to view the list of clubs.

Step 2 - Parents must click the link for the Permission Form and give permission for their student to attend. Take a note of the date and time.

Step 3 - Students then attend the club meetings and have fun! Any student who shows up for a meeting without the parent permission will not be allowed to stay. 

***Club listing is a live document. Check back for updates. 

Yearbooks Are Now on Sale!

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Who to Contact

Have a question or an issue, but you aren't sure who to contact? Use this flowchart below for assistance. All email addresses can be found on the Staff Directory on the LCMS Website:  Staff Directory  Lists of which administrators are over which subject areas can also be found on the LCMS Website: Administration

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