LCMS Paw Prints Newsletter

Dear LCMS Panther Families,

Yesterday, we recognized 394 students who earned all As on their 1st quarter report cards. That's almost 1/3 of our student population! 104 out of our 115 8th graders had over a 4.0 GPA, and 70 out of our 160 7th graders had over a 4.0 GPA. There were three students with exceptional GPAs for 7th and 8th grade (HS credit Honors courses allow GPAs to be over 4.0. All 6th graders recognized had a 4.0). 

• 7th grader Austin Martino - 4.1

• 8th grader Hallie Webb - 4.125

• 8th grader Jacob Thacker - 4.125

Congratulations Panthers!!

Tonight is the All County Chorus Concert. Congratulations to the students who will be participating. 

Have a great week!

Don't forget, Panthers always:

Practice Safety

Act Responsibly

Work Hard

Show Respect

Go Panthers! #PawsUp

Sincerely, 

Dr. Melissa Laudani

Principal, Lawton Chiles MS 

Reminders

• The first 5 minutes and last 5 minutes of class are “freeze time”. No one should be using the restroom during this time. Students have plenty of time to use the restroom during class change if they prioritize that over socializing. Please encourage your students to do so. 

• If a student wants to request an appointment with their counselor, they can scan the QR codes in the classrooms/hallways, or they can submit a request using the form in the Student All LCMS eCampus course. 

• Please do not allow students to bring large bags of chips or candy or 2 liter bottles. If students bring these items, they will be sent to the front office to drop off the items. They will be able to pick them up at the end of the day. 

• After School Tutorial started this week. It is Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15-5:15. There is a bus that goes from LCMS to Geneva ES for those students who live in Geneva. Register your student here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3qtyZUSVzqAlu0YCsEabOLXGVYcSSad1ESQOt6i-GNWaHoQ/viewform 

Social Media Warning

It has been brought to our attention that some of our parents have unknowingly joined a fraudulent Facebook group claiming to be distributing and discussing information related to LCMS.  Please be aware - the group in the picture below is not run by current LCMS parents, has no connection to PTSA or the school, and does not have our permission to use our logo. 

If you are on Facebook and are looking for accurate school information, please visit these sites:

Official School Page: https://www.facebook.com/ChilesMiddle 

Official PTSA Page: https://www.facebook.com/LCMSPTSA22.23 

PTSA run parent group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/ZZQgp67WoFhojJ2f/ 

OHS Bioscience Info Night

For all 8th graders interested in science, medicine, or biotechnology

Computer Usage Warning

Please be aware that SCPS is using new software that detects inappropriate language on all SCPS-based platforms and SCPS forms of communication. This includes student email, eCampus, Google Workspace, One Drive, Microsoft Office, etc. Inappropriate language such as curse words, slurs, sexual content, violence, references to tobacco, alcohol, or illegal drugs and other types of inappropriate language will be flagged.

Remember, all SCPS web-based platforms are not your private property. Please be sure to use language that is professional, appropriate, and that represents you adequately. Parents, please discuss this with your students to avoid any disciplinary action. 

PTSA Needs You!

Sign up to volunteer in the student lounge https://m.signupgenius.com/?#!/showSignUp/4090C4FA8A72CA3F58-53035785-student  

Parents of 8th graders

Attention 8th grade parents! Have your students check their email to make their suggestions for Gradventure t-shirt theme and color this year! Here is the link to share with them if needed:

https://forms.gle/vMhP2CznoZcFVUMX9

Also - the 8th grade committee had their first meeting this week and is starting to plan for our 8th grade events. They need volunteers to help with fundraising, planning, chaperoning and more. If you are interested in helping the committee, email 8thgradelcms@gmail.com 

We have already scheduled lots of 8th grade events. For more information, check out the 8th gr Info Page on the website: https://www.lcms.scps.k12.fl.us/students/8th_grade_information 

***Repeated but Relevant***

Pigeon Key Trip 

Who: 8th graders

What: Trip to Pigeon Key

When: April 11-13, 2025 

We met the minimum threshold so the trip is definitely happening! If you are still interested in participating, please register below. 

Register at https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZI5ZOKY9Z04VE4_ZZ5X54WULVTT3TZ

Pigeon Key FAQs 

Pigeon Key Parent Meeting Presentation 

?s please email Ms. Heckle at hecklemz@scps.k12.fl.us

Gifted Consultation

If your student has a Gifted Educational Plan, they should be meeting with Ms. Stone or Ms. Greer for consultation once a month.  If your child has not met with one of them by this point in the school year, please contact Ms. Greer or Ms. Stone so they can be added to the schedule. 

Contact Information

Allison Greer

greerab@scps.k12.fl.us

(407) 871-7062

Sarah Stone

sarah_stone@scps.k12.fl.us

 (407) 871-7109

Club Listing 

Some clubs have not yet started. Please see the chart below for more information. 

Don't forget: The Google form MUST be completed by parents/guardians BEFORE a student can attend a club meeting. 

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. These forms will be added closer to the start of the school year. 

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. 

Dress Code

Reminder while you are back to school shopping, crop tops do not meet dress code and should not be worn to school. For full dress code information, please visit: https://cdnsm5-ss20.sharpschool.com/.../Pol.../DressCode.pdf 

Meal Benefits are Now Open

Your family may be eligible for free/reduced-priced meals, discounted internet services, after-school programs, and more. All Seminole County families are encouraged to apply using the link below!

https://bit.ly/RADBenefits 

Want to be involved? Join PTSA

Please click here for all PTSA Information: PTSA Website

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

Drop Off & Cell Phone Policies

Support our Business Partners!

If you are interested in advertising in the weekly newsletter, please email Melissa_Laudani@scps.us.

If you are interested in having an ad banner on our carline or Hwy 419 fence, please fill out this form: https://share.hsforms.com/1JG4T_qJIQq2TMHgRyay3dQ4amsl or call the number below. 

Pictures of these banners will also be included on the website and in this newsletter. 

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Please support these Business Partners:

Support our In-Kind Donors!

Please support these Business Partners who have supported our school programs through an in-kind donation:

Support our Renters!

Please support these Business Partners who have rented our facility for an activity:

i9 Sports - visit:  https://www.i9sports.com/venues/oviedo-area-oviedo-community-lawton-chiles-ms-youth-sports-programs/8063 

MVP Volleyball - visit: https://www.mvpacademyvb.com/floridaindoor 

Ball Class Soccer - https://clubs.bluesombrero.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1232352 

Hagerty Pop Warner - https://www.hagertypopwarner.com/ 

S4 Sports Camps - https://www.s4sportsacademy.com/summer-camps-seminole-county