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December 18, 2020
December 18, 2020
The shield volume 1, issue 15
The shield volume 1, issue 15
Lancer Families,
We want to take this opportunity to wish you and your families a Happy Holiday season. We hope each of you find time to rest, relax and enjoy the Winter Break. As a strategy to spread some holiday cheer, our staff has created a storyboard set to holiday music. We hope you take time to watch the storyboard consisting of staff holiday images that is accessible in this week’s edition of “The Shield.” As always, we miss and love our Lancer Families!
We understand this has been a unique and challenging year, but as we have stated since the beginning of the school year, together we can accomplish anything! We appreciate all your support and flexibility as we navigate uncharted waters during this pandemic. Our staff and families have simply been tremendous, and many parents have reached out to administration regarding their appreciation for our staff’s hard-work, dedication, and commitment to the success of all our students. We are proud of our staff and families for working together and focusing our efforts on student success. We will continue to work together and, as mentioned last week, if your family needs assistance, you have any questions, or you need to schedule an appointment, please contact the school during office hours between 9 AM- 5 PM, Monday-Friday at 757-648-4750.
Winter Break officially begins on Wednesday, December 23, 2020. During the Winter Break, LMS will be closed from December 23-January 3, 2021. We will resume asynchronous teaching and staff office hours on Monday, January 4, 2021. Synchronous classes will resume on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Please continue to monitor VBCPS family messages for updates regarding the operating status of schools. Due to Winter Break, our next edition of “The Shield” will be Friday, January 8, 2020, We hope you enjoy this week’s edition of “The Shield.” Please stay safe and healthy. Take care, and Go, Lancers!
upcoming dates
upcoming dates
December & January Course Selection for next year 2021-2022 (see info below)
Ongoing- 6th Grade Lifetouch proofs/pictures are in! You may come up to get them anytime between the hours of 9:30-5pm. If you have any questions please email colleen.clukey@vbschoools.com
Now through December 20th PTSA Holiday Lights at the Beach Discounted Ticket Sales.
Now through December 23rd LMS Face Mask Sale. (see info below)
Now - December 31st Papa John's Coupon Card Fundraiser see PTSA Newsletter or below for more information.
December 22 Last Day (Not an Adjusted Dismissal Day) Before Winter Break
January 4th Classes Resume
January 6th SOL Testing Begins: Click here for Testing Calendar and see additional information below.
January 8th High School Academy Applications are due! (video below)
January 12th Aerospace Education Club begins (see info and interest form below)
January 13th- 5 to 6pm School Planning Council, First Meeting. (see Info below-We need you!)
January 20th- 7th Grade Pictures
January 21st- 8th Grade Pictures
February 6th (Saturday)-SAVE THE DATE-Black History Progam (Virtual) See more information below.
Gifted Education- Helping your Gifted Child-Weekly Article
VBCPS Gifted 2.0 Video: Updates to the Gifted Identification and Old Donation School Selection process.
Happy Holidays from LMS Staff to our Lancer families
Happy Holidays from LMS Staff to our Lancer families
Here is a video from our family to yours, wishing you a bright holiday season and a happy new year!
This is One Voice Children's Choir covering "Good Job" by Alicia Keys: A Tribute to Covid-19 Heroes
The One Voice Children's Choir would like to say “Good Job” to essential workers, teachers, and parents during this world-wide pandemic. We’re thankful for these unsung heroes and all who are doing their best in these unprecedented times. We invite anyone who is struggling to hear us. You are not alone, you matter, and you are doing a Good Job.
Tagged by the Superintendent
Tagged by the Superintendent
We are honored that Landstown's Megan Scott was tagged by the Superintendent for making a significant contribution and positive impact on others.
Congratulations
Congratulations
Congratulations to Jermain M who earned first place for Special Artist in the PTSA Reflections Contest. He placed in the city-wide division and will now move on to be judged at the Virginia State level!
Important SOL Testing Updates
Important SOL Testing Updates
The SOL assessments measure your child’s achievement on the Virginia Standards of Learning. During the January testing window, all students who are currently enrolled in a course that has an associated SOL test will be given the opportunity to come into the school building to take the SOL assessment. Please refer to the MS Schedule and Protocol Attachment to review the testing calendar and health and safety measures that will be in place.
Click here for questionnaire link that was sent out on Wednesday, Dec. 16th requesting information about the participation of your student in the upcoming non-writing SOL test administration scheduled for January 6 through January 20. It is imperative that you answer the questions provided so that our school can plan appropriately. The questionnaire will take approximately 5 minutes to complete, and you have until Sunday, December 20th to respond to the questions.
Greetings from the GSWLA!
As many of you know, each school year the students and teachers of the Global Studies & World Languages Academy at Tallwood High School produce a program called “We Share One World”. We invite middle schoolers from across the city to join us on a Saturday for a celebration of language and culture, where participants select sessions to learn about the diverse cultures of the world through language, art, dance, cooking, and even engaging in competitive games from across the globe. Although we wish our 14th annual program could be the engaging and hands-on experience that we have produced for many years, we could not let 2020 pass without at least a virtual version of our most loved event!
So, we have produced this gift of engagement for your students to enjoy from the comfort and safety of their homes over the winter break. Created by GSWLA students, this is an interactive presentation. Embedded in the presentation are videos they have made to teach your students about their culture and those they are learning about at the GSWLA. The videos feature cooking, dancing, speaking, and more…and the content continues to grow! We hope you will share this link with your students and families so everyone can enjoy the “We Share One World” experience, despite the unique circumstances of 2020.
High School Academy Applications are due-Jan 8th
High School Academy Applications are due-Jan 8th
All students have watched the video in their Block 1 class, but here is a chance for you, the parents, to also watch a 9 minute video about VBCPS Academies and the Application process. Here is a link to the application and application process. Good Luck Lancers!
School Planning Council-We need you!
School Planning Council-We need you!
Landstown Middle School is actively seeking interested staff, parents, and community members to serve on the School Planning Council. Council Members include administrators, teachers, and parents/community members. The role of the School Planning Council is to support and promote Landstown’s Plan for Continuous Improvement. This offers participants the opportunity to work together to meet Virginia Beach City Public Schools’ goals and objectives to prepare students to succeed as learners, workers, and citizens.
This year we are focused on two priorities:
1. Re-imagine and finalize new vision and mission statements.
2. Develop a plan that answers two questions regarding our newly created vision and mission:
A. What does it look like and sound like to “live” these statements?
B. What are the most effective ways to communicate these to all stakeholders and to make this vision and mission visible?
No prior experience is needed, and our collaborative sessions will be facilitated by our Assistant Principal, Jennifer Baxter. Please consider bringing insight to our School Planning Council and join us for the following sessions:
2nd Wednesday, January through June, from 5:00-6:00pm.
January 13th February 10th March 10th
April 14th May 12th June 9th
Sessions are currently scheduled to be virtual. Let us know you are interested and will be attending our first session, by completing this short google form, by December 22nd.
Holiday home Decorating Contest Entries and Winners
Holiday home Decorating Contest Entries and Winners
1st Place Jenny D
2nd Place Charlotte C
3rd Place Sandy M
(FYI- Numbers on pictures below are Entry Numbers, not order of Winners)
PTSA Teacher of the Month
PTSA Teacher of the Month
This month the PTSA would like to recognize two teachers of the month:
Ms. Thompson
Ms. Thompson
“Ms. Thompson works tirelessly as department chair for special education, a co-teacher, case manager, self-contained teacher, and Literacy/Numeracy block teacher. She is meticulous in everything she does including writing IEPs, organizing and collecting IEP data for student goals, creating lesson plans to help her 6th grade English team, providing specially designed instruction for special education students, and numerous other tasks. When our school was without an AP for a short time, Ms. Thompson stepped up and took on many extra responsibilities including ending her summer early. She started working at the beginning of August and continues to do her absolute best each day. Ms. Thompson continues to search for ways to improve her teaching practices and instruction and shares these ideas with her colleagues. She is always willing to help anyone in need and is a true team player. Ms. Thompson is dedicated to our school, the staff, and most importantly her students as she constantly strives to ensure each student receives the best learning experience possible. She is truly deserving of this recognition.”
Mrs. Rajnys
Mrs. Rajnys
“Mrs. Rajyns is an amazing teacher! She is the 6th grade pre algebra teacher. This class is extremely fast paced. Students are learning 6th, 7th and 8th grade math in 1 year. This year especially being more difficult, because they are learning all of this material in one semester! She has worked tirelessly, teaching several concepts a day in order to keep up with this fast paced curriculum. She is always available and is prompt to answer students' questions. She has offered extra credit and additional assignments for students to complete to maintain their preferred grade. Any time I have had a question or voiced my concerns with the fast paced curriculum during this time, she has responded quickly and addressed my concerns. She has even taken the time to personally call me, when I have had questions. She truly cares about her students and keeps parents involved. My daughter really enjoys having her as a teacher! Thank you Mrs. Rajyns!”
Addtionally, the PTSA would like to recognize all nominations received:
Mr. Hicks- 6th grade Social Studies
Jamie Fredrick - 7th grade Science
Stephanie Nader- 8th grade English
Laura Naud- Teachers Assistant
Michelle Hickenbottom- 8th grade Science
Amber Wilson- 6th grade Math
James McPherson- 8th grade Civics
Vanessa Hailey- Reading Specialist
Al Hardin- Technology Specialist
Gina Hofacker-7th grade Science
Abigail Baker- 8th grade Math
Nominate a Teacher for LMS Teacher of the Month
Nominate a Teacher for LMS Teacher of the Month
Use this form to nominate a teacher. Each month the PTSA is collecting nominations from staff, students, and parents, to select a teacher. Teachers are working hard to support Landstown's students, both academically and social and emotionally. Please let them know how much they are appreciated.
LMS Face MAsks
LMS Face MAsks
We are now selling newly designed LMS face masks! This is a great way to sport your Lancer pride! Only $10 for PTSA Members and $12 for Non PTSA Members. You can place your order through our online PTSA store or you can fill out the order form and drop it off along with your payment to the LMS main office. If you would like to receive your discounted price, be sure to add your PTSA Membership to your cart through our store. Once our bulk order arrives, purchasers will be notified via email and orders will be available for pick up in the LMS main office. Order your mask today! Thank you for your support!
Papa John Coupon Card Sales
Papa John Coupon Card Sales
Continue through December 31st
Continue through December 31st
LMS PTSA Papa John's Fundraisers.pdfAerospace Education CLub-Starting January 12th
Aerospace Education CLub-Starting January 12th
If you are interested in learning & experiencing these topics
Principles of Flight
Rockets
Aerodynamics
Parachutes
History of Aerospace
Current Events in Aviation
Aerospace in the Military and Civil Air Patrol
And more…
Join the Aerospace Education Club at Landstown Middle School. The club will meet two Tuesdays a month, the 2nd and 4th Tuesday every month starting January 12th from 4:30-5:30.
Captain Daniel Baxter, Aerospace Education Officer with the Coastal Composite Squadron of Civil Air Patrol’s Virginia Wing, and his team, will conduct virtual meetings until it is safe to conduct in-person meetings. Supplies for hands-on materials will be made available for pick-up at Landstown prior to meetings. Please complete this interest form so that we may contact you with information and meeting links. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Baxter at Jennifer.Baxter@vbschools.com
COurse Selection for 2021-2022 School Year
COurse Selection for 2021-2022 School Year
Counselors will be going over course selection information with students in December and January. We hope that you looked over the course selection sheets we sent home last month. We are trying to make sure that everyone is involved in the decision making process and knows all of the options.
This month we have some videos that we encourage you to watch with your children. These represent the shortened version of the information we will go over when we visit them in class.
(Note - High schools have not finalized all options yet. When that is done, we will give the students a specific list.)
CURRENT 7th Graders-
CURRENT 7th Graders-
Health/PE Opt-out Form for 2021-2022, 8th Grade
Health/PE Opt-out Form for 2021-2022, 8th Grade
This option is only available to students who will have confirmed activity during both semesters of one of the following during the 2020-2021 school year:
After-School Intramural Physical Fitness Activity/School-Sponsored Athletic Team
Community Recreation Sports Activity
Outside Individual Physical Fitness Activity
December 11, 2020
December 11, 2020
THE shIELD vOLUME 1, iSSUE 14
THE shIELD vOLUME 1, iSSUE 14
Lancer Families,
It is hard to believe we just concluded our 1st full week of December, and we are getting closer to Winter Break and the beginning of a New Year. We realize there are many challenges for our learning community as we navigate through the pandemic, but I assure you, the Lancer family will continue to provide as much support as possible for our students and families. As we have mentioned before, by working together, we will make it through, and we truly are #OneTeamOneHeartbeat.
We thank you for your continuous support and communication with our staff. Always know that we are here for you and your families. As a reminder, if your family needs assistance, you have any questions, or you need to schedule an appointment, please contact the school during office hours between 9 AM- 5 PM, Monday-Friday at 757-648-4750.
The 3rd marking period is ending, and this is a critical time for our families to work with their students to review their current grades and complete all missing assignments. The last day of the marking period is Wednesday, December 16th, and all grades are due on Thursday, December 17th. If you would like to schedule an appointment with your student’s teachers, please contact our guidance department and they will schedule the meeting. As previously mentioned, this is one of the best strategies to support your student academically. We hope you enjoy this week’s edition of “The Shield.” Please stay safe and healthy. Take care and Go, Lancers!
Upcoming Dates
Upcoming Dates
December & January Course Selection for next year 2021-2022 (see info below)
Ongoing- 6th Grade Lifetouch proofs/pictures are in! You may come up to get them anytime between the hours of 9:30-5pm. If you have any questions please email colleen.clukey@vbschoools.com
December10 VBCPS email update
Now through December 14th Home Holiday Decorating Contest (see link below) & and winners announced on December 17th.
Now through December 15th PTSA Holiday Lights at the Beach Discount Ticket Sales
Now through December 23rd LMS Face Mask Sale. (see info below)
Now - December 31st Papa John's Coupon Card Fundraiser see PTSA Newsletter or below for more information.
December 15th-December 18th Our grade 8 students who are currently enrolled in English will participate in an alternate assessment for writing.
December 16th Teens with a Purpose’s ImmortALL Performance Poetry workshop will take place at 3:30pm until 5:30pm. Middle School Students log in at 4:30 or directly after their Block 3 class ends. (see more info below)
December 16th Last Day of 3rd Marking Period
December 22 Last Day (Not an Adjusted Dismissal Day) Before Winter Break
January 4th Classes Resume
January 8th High School Academy Applications are due! (see video below)
January 12th Aerospace Education Club begins (see interest form below)
January 13th- 5 to 6pm School Planning Council, First Meeting. (see Info below-We need you!)
January 20th- 7th Grade Pictures
January 21st- 8th Grade Pictures
February 6th (Saturday)-SAVE THE DATE-Black History Progam (Virtual) See more information below.
Gifted Education- Helping your Gifted Child-Weekly Article
School Planning Council-We need you!
School Planning Council-We need you!
Landstown Middle School is actively seeking interested staff, parents, and community members to serve on the School Planning Council. Council Members include administrators, teachers, and parents/community members. The role of the School Planning Council is to support and promote Landstown’s Plan for Continuous Improvement. This offers participants the opportunity to work together to meet Virginia Beach City Public Schools’ goals and objectives to prepare students to succeed as learners, workers, and citizens.
This year we are focused on two priorities:
1. Re-imagine and finalize new vision and mission statements.
2. Develop a plan that answers two questions regarding our newly created vision and mission:
A. What does it look like and sound like to “live” these statements?
B. What are the most effective ways to communicate these to all stakeholders and to make this vision and mission visible?
No prior experience is needed, and our collaborative sessions will be facilitated by our Assistant Principal, Jennifer Baxter. Please consider bringing insight to our School Planning Council and join us for the following sessions:
2nd Wednesday, January through June, from 5:00-6:00pm.
January 13th February 10th March 10th
April 14th May 12th June 9th
Sessions are currently scheduled to be virtual. Let us know you are interested and will be attending our first session, by completing this short google form, by December 22nd.
New Resource!
New Resource!
Support for:
Well-Being On-line Learning Support VBCPS
Military Special Needs English Learner
GIfted & F.A.C.E Time Newsletter
PTSA has done it again....Bringnig Joy and Holiday Spirit TO Landstown Staff
PTSA has done it again....Bringnig Joy and Holiday Spirit TO Landstown Staff
Aerospace Education CLub-Starting January 12th
Aerospace Education CLub-Starting January 12th
If you are interested in learning & experiencing these topics
Principles of Flight
Rockets
Aerodynamics
Parachutes
History of Aerospace
Current Events in Aviation
Aerospace in the Military and Civil Air Patrol
And more…
Join the Aerospace Education Club at Landstown Middle School. The club will meet two Tuesdays a month, the 2nd and 4th Tuesday every month starting January 12th from 4:30-5:30.
Captain Daniel Baxter, Aerospace Education Officer with the Coastal Composite Squadron of Civil Air Patrol’s Virginia Wing, and his team, will conduct virtual meetings until it is safe to conduct in-person meetings. Supplies for hands-on materials will be made available for pick-up at Landstown prior to meetings. Please complete this interest form so that we may contact you with information and meeting links. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Baxter at Jennifer.Baxter@vbschools.com
We are so proud of all our students and the hard work they do each and every day
November Students of the MOnth
November Students of the MOnth
The students listed below were selected by their teachers and fit into one of the following categories:
Teacher choice
Most Improved Bevahior, Participation, Work Habits, or Academics
Students were sent a certificate & a $5 gift card to Sweet Frogs- Thank you PTSA for acquiring those for our students!
COurse Selection for 2021-2022 School Year
COurse Selection for 2021-2022 School Year
Counselors will be going over course selection information with students in December and January. We hope that you looked over the course selection sheets we sent home last month. We are trying to make sure that everyone is involved in the decision making process and knows all of the options.
This month we have some videos that we encourage you to watch with your children. These represent the shortened version of the information we will go over when we visit them in class.
(Note - High schools have not finalized all options yet. When that is done, we will give the students a specific list.)
CURRENT 7th Graders-
CURRENT 7th Graders-
Health/PE Opt-out Form for 2021-2022, 8th Grade
Health/PE Opt-out Form for 2021-2022, 8th Grade
This option is only available to students who will have confirmed activity during both semesters of one of the following during the 2020-2021 school year:
After-School Intramural Physical Fitness Activity/School-Sponsored Athletic Team
Community Reacreation Sports Activity
Outside Individual Physical Fitness Activity
High School Academy Applications are due-Jan 8th
High School Academy Applications are due-Jan 8th
All students have watched the video in their Block 1 class, but here is a chance for you, the parents, to also watch a 9 minute video about VBCPS Academies and the Application process. Here is a link to the application and application process. Good Luck Lancers!
This is a new opportunity to engage students, families, and school communities with emphasis on our local Black history.
We invite you to save the date for the 2021 Black History themed program, Reflection on a Legacy: Building for the Present through Persistence, Perseverance, and Pride, which will highlight the rich history of the first school for African Americans in the City of Virginia Beach, Princess Anne County Training School, Union Kempsville High School (PACTS-UKHS), and celebrate the achievements of local African Americans and their experiences. The program is open for male and female students in grades 6-12 and their parents/guardians.
The 2021 Black History program will take place using Zoom to include a keynote speaker, panel discussion of local African Americans and PACTS-UKHS alumni and breakout sessions geared around the theme for both students and parents. More information about student registration and the scope ofprogram will be available following the winter break.
Teen WOrkshop-TWP's ImmortALL presents Dr. Ruby Lonesome Allen
Teen WOrkshop-TWP's ImmortALL presents Dr. Ruby Lonesome Allen
Dont' miss this session! This session features special guest, Dr. Ruby Allen, the first African-American music teacher in Virginia Beach City Public Schools in 1953, and later the first African-American middle school teacher here. She will share some stories and will take questions from the teens about life at PACTS/UKHS and as a teacher during the civil rights era.
Professional poets facilitate the session where everyone is heard and can create and share poetic work inspired by the interview. TWP’s atmosphere of inclusion, encouragement, and storytelling is exactly the kind of fellowship and fun we need right now! Join us online on December 16th from 3:30pm-5:50pm!
STUDENTS CAN REGISTER 2 WAYS –
EMAIL TWPTeenEvents@gmail.com SUBJECT: ImmortALL Registration and they will get you set up.
Complete the form at this link: https://bit.ly/36mYbaj and email to TWPTeenEvents@gmail.com
Be part of the change you wish to see in the world, learn from the past and make your voices heard for the future!
See you online December 16th!
LMS Home Holiday Decorating Contest
LMS Home Holiday Decorating Contest
Nominate a Teacher for LMS Teacher of the Month
Nominate a Teacher for LMS Teacher of the Month
Use this form to nominate a teacher. Each month the PTSA is collecting nominations from staff, students, and parents, to select a teacher. Teachers are working hard to support Landstown's students, both academically and social and emotionally. Please let them know how much they are appreciated.
LMS Face MAsks
LMS Face MAsks
We are now selling newly designed LMS face masks! This is a great way to sport your Lancer pride! Only $10 for PTSA Members and $12 for Non PTSA Members. You can place your order through our online PTSA store or you can fill out the order form and drop it off along with your payment to the LMS main office. If you would like to receive your discounted price, be sure to add your PTSA Membership to your cart through our store. Once our bulk order arrives, purchasers will be notified via email and orders will be available for pick up in the LMS main office. Order your mask today! Thank you for your support!
Papa John Coupon Card Sales
Papa John Coupon Card Sales
Continue through December 31st
Continue through December 31st
LMS PTSA Papa John's Fundraisers.pdfDECEMBER 4, 2020
DECEMBER 4, 2020
THE SHIELD VOLUME 1, ISSUE 13
THE SHIELD VOLUME 1, ISSUE 13
Lancer Families,
We hope everyone had a restful and relaxing Thanksgiving Holiday. We are so thankful for our Lancer families and the continuous support from our learning community. As you are aware, on November 16, due to the health metrics for the Eastern Region of Virginia, VBCPS shifted instruction to virtual for all students. You all have done a phenomenal job with this transition and by working together, we will continue to provide the best support and instruction for our students and families during these challenging times. On Tuesday, December 1, we were thrilled to welcome back designated students with disabilities to LMS. Seeing some of our students brought so much joy and happiness to our staff. Simply put, we miss our students every day! If your family needs assistance or you have any questions, please contact the school during office hours between 9 AM- 5 PM, Monday-Friday at 757-648-4750.
In the meantime, please continue to monitor weekly messages from VBCPS. As explained last week in a message from VBCPS, if buildings have been closed due to metrics being in the red zone, VBCPS will monitor and wait for the trend for the Eastern Virginia Region to turn back to yellow/yellow. At that time, VBCPS will confirm the trend with local public health officials and plan to return all Option 1 students to class after seven days. However, if within those seven days the health metrics trend to any combination that includes red, we will maintain all virtual instruction and start the seven-day countdown again from whenever those metrics return to yellow/yellow. VBCPS will continue to provide updates and notifications regarding the operating status of schools so please continue to monitor weekly updates from VBCPS.
Lastly, we are proud to announce that 761 students earned either Principal’s List (PL) or Honor Roll (HR) for the 2nd Marking Period. Sixth grade had 46 (PL) and 236 (HR). Seventh grade had 69 (PL) and 179 (HR). Eighth grade had 60 (PL) and 171 (HR). This accomplishment is the result of teachers, parents, and students working together for a common purpose. We truly are #OneTeamOneHeartbeat. We hope you enjoy this week’s edition of “The Shield.” Stay safe and healthy! Take care and Go, Lancers!
upcoming dates
upcoming dates
December & January Course Selection for next year 2021-2022 (see info below)
December 3 VBCPS Family & Staff Email Update
December 7 New Deadline for Federal Cards-please mail in the postage-paid envelope provided
Now through December 14th Home Holiday Decorating Contest
Now through December 7th. It's been extended!! PTSA Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
Now through December 15th PTSA Holiday Lights at the Beach Discount Ticket Sales
Now - December 31st Papa John's Coupon Card Fundraiser see PTSA Newsletter or below for more information.
December 15th-December 18th Our grade 8 students who are currently enrolled in English will participate in an alternate assessment for writing.
December 16 Last Day of 3rd Marking Period
December 16 - @ 6pm Parent Connection Forum-Parenting during a Pandemic (info below)
December 22 Last Day (Not an Adjusted Dismissal Day) Before Winter Break
January 4th Classes Resume
January 20th- 7th Grade Pictures
January 21st- 8th Grade Pictures
February 6th (Saturday)-SAVE THE DATE-Black History Progam (Virtual) See more information below.
Gifted Education- Helping your Gifted Child-Weekly Article
Welcome ShadiyaH Harris
Welcome ShadiyaH Harris
Our Military & Family Life COunselor
Our Military & Family Life COunselor
Hello Parents, Students, and Staff!! My name is Shadiyah Harris and I am excited to share that I am your Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC). I have had the great pleasure of helping children and families within the school for over 15 years; more specifically Military families for the last 6 years. As a military child, being in a military family often comes with unique issues and challenges, even more-so during this time of COVID. My role as your MFLC is to partner with you to navigate through those issues and help your already resilient family become even more resilient. We can connect in several ways: in person, via video teleconferencing, or by phone. If you have questions or would like to connect with me, I can be reached at (757) 350-9165 or sharris8@magellanhealth.com . I look forward to hearing from and meeting you soon!
The next Parent Connection forum is Dec. 16, 6 p.m. Guests are Marie Renner, Director of Community Partnerships at Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health and Denielle Rigoglioso from Family Insight, P.C., a local group of mental health professionals that serves children and adults with support programs. They will offer guidance for families and providers on navigating parenting, life and the virtual learning environment. They will offer guidance for families and providers on navigating parenting, life and the virtual learning environment.
Register in advance for this webinar HERE. You will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
App Inventor Club
App Inventor Club
First Meeting-Monday December 14th
First Meeting-Monday December 14th
Join today using the Schoology Group Code.
COurse Selection for 2021-2022 School Year
COurse Selection for 2021-2022 School Year
Counselors will be going over course selection information with students in December and January. We hope that you looked over the course selection sheets we sent home last month. We are trying to make sure that everyone is involved in the decision making process and knows all of the options.
This month we have some videos that we encourage you to watch with your children. These represent the shortened version of the information we will go over when we visit them in class.
(Note - High schools have not finalized all options yet. When that is done, we will give the students a specific list.)
CURRENT 7th Graders-
CURRENT 7th Graders-
Health/PE Opt-out Form for 2021-2022, 8th Grade
Health/PE Opt-out Form for 2021-2022, 8th Grade
This option is only available to students who will have confirmed activity during both semesters of one of the following during the 2020-2021 school year:
After-School Intramural Physical Fitness Activity/School-Sponsored Athletic Team
Community Reacreation Sports Activity
Outside Individual Physical Fitness Activity
PTSA Holiday CHeer
PTSA Holiday CHeer
We want to thank our PTSA board for decorating LMS in preparation for the Winter Holiday Season. We are so appreciative of their commitment to our school and our staff and we thank them for spreading Holiday Cheer and putting a smile on our faces! They did a great job of decorating the outside main entrance area, inside the main foyer, and the main office. This is another example of how LMS truly is OneTeamOneHeartbeat! Below are some pictures from their great work!
LMS Home Holiday Decorating Contest
LMS Home Holiday Decorating Contest
Grade 8 Writing SOL Update
Grade 8 Writing SOL Update
The Virginia Board of Education passed a waiver associated with the grade 8 writing SOL test. This waiver allows divisions to administer a local alternative assessment as a substitute to the SOL test. VB schools will take advantage of this waiver flexibility and will be administering a local alternative assessment which can be administered face-to-face or in a virtual setting. Our grade 8 students who are currently enrolled in English will participate in the alternate assessment during their English course from December 15-18. The results of this assessment will not count as part of a student’s course grade, but the data will be used by teachers to assess each student’s attainment of the writing standards of learning. Additional information will be provided to students by their course teachers.
This is a new opportunity to engage students, families, and school communities with emphasis on our local Black history.
We invite you to save the date for the 2021 Black History themed program, Reflection on a Legacy: Building for the Present through Persistence, Perseverance, and Pride, which will highlight the rich history of the first school for African Americans in the City of Virginia Beach, Princess Anne County Training School, Union Kempsville High School (PACTS-UKHS), and celebrate the achievements of local African Americans and their experiences. The program is open for male and female students in grades 6-12 and their parents/guardians.
The 2021 Black History program will take place using Zoom to include a keynote speaker, panel discussion of local African Americans and PACTS-UKHS alumni and breakout sessions geared around the theme for both students and parents. More information about student registration and the scope ofprogram will be available following the winter break.
LMS Face MAsks
LMS Face MAsks
We are now selling newly designed LMS face masks! This is a great way to sport your Lancer pride! Only $10 for PTSA Members and $12 for Non PTSA Members. You can place your order through our online PTSA store or you can fill out the order form and drop it off along with your payment to the LMS main office. If you would like to receive your discounted price, be sure to add your PTSA Membership to your cart through our store. Once our bulk order arrives, purchasers will be notified via email and orders will be available for pick up in the LMS main office. Order your mask today! Thank you for your support!
Papa John Coupon Card Sales
Papa John Coupon Card Sales
Continue through December 31st
Continue through December 31st
LMS PTSA Papa John's Fundraisers.pdf
Here at Landstown, virtual learning doesn’t stop us from rewarding positive student behavior! We use the Gotcha system to reinforce students that are exhibiting our 3R’s: being respectful, responsible, and ready to learn. Check out this video that highlights how our Gotcha program works! We appreciate your support as you reinforce these same behaviors at home as well!
(previously published info regarding our program is also shown below)
Virtual GOtchas
Virtual GOtchas
As part of our PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) initiative, we continue to reward students who are demonstrating our 3 R’s: being Respectful, Responsible, and Ready to learn by giving out Lancer Gotchas.
When a teacher rewards a student with a Gotcha, the student receives an email with a personal message and PDF of the Gotcha.
Additionally, each week, one student from each grade level is randomly selected to receive a prize! Please continue to support our positive school culture and climate by encouraging your child to display our 3R’s and follow our school expectations!
VBCPS athletics update
VBCPS athletics update
After consulting with division leadership and health staff, the Virginia Beach Middle School League (VBMSL) has made the difficult decision to cancel Season 1 VBMSL interscholastic activities, including basketball and Academic Challenge. Reference-VBCPS November 24th email to families.
Picture Update
Picture Update
Our new picture day for 7th graders will be held on Wednesday, January 20th and 8th graders will be held on Thursday, January 21st. Our virtual students and make-ups will be held at a later date. If you have any questions, please email colleen.clukey@vbschools.com
November 20, 2020
November 20, 2020
The Shield Volume 1, Issue 12
The Shield Volume 1, Issue 12
As we approach the Thanksgiving Holidays next week, we want all our Lancer families to know how much we love you and appreciate your continuous support. We truly are One Team, One Heartbeat and we thank you for all that you do to support our students and staff. By working together, we will make it through these challenging times. We hope everyone has a restful and relaxing Thanksgiving holiday. As you are aware, VBCPS announced on Monday, November 16, 2020, due to the health metrics for the Eastern Region of Virginia, we have shifted instruction to virtual for all students. VBCPS provided a parent notification with additional information on Thursday, November 19, 2020, which is available in this week’s edition of “The Shield.” In addition, LMS sent an alert now message on Monday, November 16, 2020, with the virtual schedule, which is included in today’s edition as well.
I assure you the LMS staff is prepared for virtual instruction and will continue to deliver the highest quality instruction and support for our families. Please continue to monitor VBCPS messages regarding the current learning plan. As mentioned in the VBCPS family announcement, the health metrics, as explained in the Fall 2020 Plan, are in the yellow/red zones for percent positivity and cases by date reported. Once the trend for the Eastern Virginia Region goes back to yellow/yellow, VBCPS will plan to return all Option 1 students to class after seven days. However, if within those seven days the health metrics trend to any combination that includes red, VBCPS will maintain all virtual instruction and start the seven-day countdown again from whenever those metrics return to yellow/yellow.
As a reminder, Wednesday, November 25 is an adjusted schedule. The adjusted schedule can be found below. Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday next week, our next edition will be Friday, December 4, 2020. We hope you enjoy “The Shield,” and wish everyone a restful and relaxing Thanksgiving Holiday. Take care and Go, Lancers!
upcoming dates
upcoming dates
November 16 Email update from VBCPS-move to All Virtual Learning
November 19 Email update from VBCPS
Now - Spirit Wear Orders, Reflections Awards and Membership Winner Prize Baskets are available for pickup in the LMS main office.
NOW through Wed, November 24th Spirit Wear 2nd Round of orders. See form and information below.
Now through December 7th. It's been extended!! PTSA Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
Now through December 15th PTSA Holiday Lights at the Beach Discount Ticket Sales
November 25th- Adjusted Dismissal. See Schedule.
December 16 Last Day of 3rd Marking Period
December 22 Last Day (Not an Adjusted Dismissal Day) Before Winter Break
January 4th Classes Resume
Gifted Education- Helping your Gifted Child-Weekly Article
All Virtual Schedule & November 25th Adjusted Dismissal Schedule
All Virtual Schedule & November 25th Adjusted Dismissal Schedule
Congratulations Reflection COntest Winners
Congratulations Reflection COntest Winners
We are so proud of our students for their participation in the PTSA Relfections Program. The LMS Reflection Contest winners are listed below. Congratulations and thank you for our PTSA and the staff members that support this program.
1st Place - Jaliah J 6th Grade
1st Place - Jaliah J 6th Grade
1st Place Special Artist - Jermaine M 6th Grade
1st Place Special Artist - Jermaine M 6th Grade
2nd Place - Naziyah G 6th Grade
2nd Place - Naziyah G 6th Grade
3rd Place - Landon T 6th Grade
3rd Place - Landon T 6th Grade
Honorable Mention- Skyler H 6th Grade
Honorable Mention- Skyler H 6th Grade
Honorable Mention - Julia J 6th Grade
Honorable Mention - Julia J 6th Grade
Papa John Coupon Card Sales
Papa John Coupon Card Sales
Continue through December 31st
Continue through December 31st
LMS PTSA Papa John's Fundraisers.pdf
lancer Spirit Wear-2nd Round
lancer Spirit Wear-2nd Round
Deadline to order is November 24th
Deadline to order is November 24th
We have short and long sleeve shirts, hooded sweatshirts, polos, sweatpants and beanie hats for sale!
We have short and long sleeve shirts, hooded sweatshirts, polos, sweatpants and beanie hats for sale!
PTSA Members receive a discount on spirit wear!
PTSA Members receive a discount on spirit wear!
2 Options below:
DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW FOR THE BAYPORT CREDIT UNION HOLIDAY LIGHTS AT THE BEACH!
DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW FOR THE BAYPORT CREDIT UNION HOLIDAY LIGHTS AT THE BEACH!
Purchase your tickets now through December 15th.
Purchase your tickets now through December 15th.
Only $12.00 per ticket
Only $12.00 per ticket
LMS PTSA Holiday Lights Fundraiser Flyer.pdfThank you to all who have purchased their PTSA Memberships! To show our appreciation we had a gift basket raffle for all members!
Thank you to all who have purchased their PTSA Memberships! To show our appreciation we had a gift basket raffle for all members!
We had 3 drawings, one for parents/guardians, students, and faculty.
We had 3 drawings, one for parents/guardians, students, and faculty.
Our winners are...listed below
Our winners are...listed below
It's not too late to purchase your PTSA Membership, we will have another raffle in the spring!!!
It's not too late to purchase your PTSA Membership, we will have another raffle in the spring!!!
Congratulations to our winners!!!
Congratulations to our winners!!!
President-Michelle Cannuli
&
VP-Programs Shawnie Green
Student Basket
Diego A. 6th Grade
Parent Basket
Shane Boaz
Faculty Basket
Rhonda Kinley
Our Charleston Wrap Fundraiser Deadline Has Been Extended To December 7th.
Our Charleston Wrap Fundraiser Deadline Has Been Extended To December 7th.
It's not to late to submit your order!!!
It's not to late to submit your order!!!
Get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping!!!
Get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping!!!
Use Organization ID 20701 when registering your student.
Use Organization ID 20701 when registering your student.
CharlestonWrapOnlineLetter.docxCheck out the Merry Gift Wrap Guide and
Check out the Merry Gift Wrap Guide and
Kitchen and Home catalogs below
Kitchen and Home catalogs below
November 13, 2020
November 13, 2020
THe shield Volume 1, issue 11
THe shield Volume 1, issue 11
Lancer Families,
We hope all our Lancer Veterans and families that continue to serve our country had a wonderful Veteran’s Day. As mentioned last week, we are so appreciative of your service to our country and we thank you every day for protecting our freedoms. This week was very exciting as we welcomed back our Option One 8th grade students. Our staff was thrilled to see more students in person, and we look forward to our Option One 7th-graders returning next Tuesday, November 17. Just a reminder, Option One 7th grade students will return to school on Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning Tuesday, November 17, and Option One 8th Grade students will continue to report to school on Thursdays and Fridays. We want to thank our families that joined us for our Town Hall Meetings. Our goal was to share pertinent information regarding the return to school so that our students and families are aware of our daily routines for face-to-face instruction. If you were not able to join us for the Town Hall meetings, you may access the information in “The Shield.”
On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, all Marking Period 2 grades will be available through Parent Vue. If you would like to request a parent-teacher conference, please contact your student’s school counselor and he or she can schedule an appointment. This is one of the best strategies to improve academic performance so please take advantage of this opportunity. As we begin our 3rd marking period, please continue to monitor your student’s grades, class assignments, and homework. This is critical due to the increased rigor and pacing of the 4 x 4 schedule. Please be aware that your student’s grades for Semester 1(ending January 29) will be their final grade for the courses they are currently enrolled in for the 2020-2021 school year. When Semester 2 begins on February 2, your student will take two new core classes and a new elective class. This week’s edition of “The Shield,” includes information regarding the Semester One 8th Grade English Writing SOL Schedule, Federal Cards, PTSA updates, and Library/Media News. We hope you enjoy this week’s edition of “The Shield,” and we wish everyone a restful and relaxing weekend. Take care and Go, Lancers!
Upcoming Dates
Upcoming Dates
NOW-Spirit Wear orders are available for pickup in the LMS main office.
Now through November 16th PTSA Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
Now-December 15th PTSA Holiday Lights at the Beach Discount Ticket Sales
November 13- Federal Card Survey begins. (see more info below)
November 15th PTSA Membership Raffle Winners Announced
November 17 7th Grade students return; every Tuesday and Wednesday
November 18 5:30pm PTSA Meeting via Zoom
December 16 Last Day of 3rd Marking Period
Gifted Education- Helping your Gifted Child-Weekly Article
IMPORTANT WRITING SOL UPDATES:
IMPORTANT WRITING SOL UPDATES:
During the December 8-15 testing window, all students enrolled in grade 8 English are expected to take the Writing SOL test to measure achievement of the Virginia Standards of Learning. Option 1 (Face-to-Face) students will test on December 10 and 11. Grade 6 students will not come into school on Thursday, December 10 and Friday, December 11 but will have asynchronous lessons provided in their Schoology courses. More information will be forthcoming for 8th graders taking the SOL. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Hoke, School Improvement Specialist, at 757-648-4750 or mshoke@vbschools.com.
Thank you PTSA!
Thank you PTSA!
Wednesdays 5-5:45PM
Wednesdays 5-5:45PM
Register online at www.vbgov.com/library-events
Additional information here.
Mondays 5-6PM
Mondays 5-6PM
Register online at www.vbgov.com/library-events
Addtional information here.
This Month- Faerie doors
12/14 Marshmallow treats
World Kindness Day!
World Kindness Day!
On Friday, November 13th, students and staff celebrated World Kindness Day by participating in a number of activities to “kickoff” a Kindness Campaign here at Landstown Middle School! Take a look at some of the great things already happening around our school and to the word cloud created by our students’ responses to “What does Kindness mean to you?” We look forward to continuing to promote kindness throughout our school and community because Kindness Matters!
Federal Card Survey
Federal Card Survey
Our annual Impact Aid federal card survey gets underway tomorrow, November 13. Option 1 elementary parents, please be on the lookout for a blue federal card in your child’s backpack for you to complete and return to the school. Secondary school students and all other option 2 students’ parents will be receiving federal cards in the mail with instructions and return postage-paid envelopes for convenience.
Thanks to your cooperation in completing this blue federal card, VBCPS remains eligible to qualify for Impact Aid funding that supports your child’s school.
CLick here to Read Important updates from the Counseling Department
CLick here to Read Important updates from the Counseling Department
News from the Joint Use Library (JUL)
News from the Joint Use Library (JUL)
Joint-Use Library will re-open for limited in-person services on Monday, November 9. The library will open earlier than the other libraries, but on most weekdays and Saturdays there will be periods when you can only pick up holds. Also, check out what we have planned for December.
Teen Chat - Join us for a chat from the comfort of home and meet other teens. Share what you’re into, and discover new books to read, movies to watch, games to play, and more!
Teen Time - Join us for weekly teen-only activities. Different selections every week! Registration is required.
Joint-Use Library Hours:
Mondays, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Tuesdays - Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.;
Fridays - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Holds pickup only:
Tuesdays – Thursdays 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturdays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Changes in effect:
Face coverings are required at all times
Customers will sign in at the desk
Public customers will be limited to the first floor only; staff will retrieve items from the second floor
There will be a 50 person limit for the first floor and a 50 TCC student/faculty limit for the second floor
Visits will be limited to one hour
Public computers and printing will be available
The children's room will be closed, but staff will be available to assist with materials
Meeting rooms, digital media lab, and study rooms will remain closed
Notary service is unavailable
We can't wait to see everyone in the library again!
NOvember 6, 2020
NOvember 6, 2020
The Shield Volume 1, issue 10
The Shield Volume 1, issue 10
Lancer Families,
As we approach Veteran’s Day, we want to thank all our families who have served in the military and have protected the freedoms that we have today. We understand the sacrifices you and your families have made, and we want you to know how much we appreciate all our veterans and the men and women who continue to serve our country. We hope you have a fantastic Veteran’s Day and never forget how much the Lancer Family loves you!
Just some quick reminders to our families for this upcoming week. As of today, Option One 7th grade students will return to school on Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning Tuesday, November 17. Option One 8th-Grade students will return to school on Thursdays and Fridays beginning Thursday, November 12. As a strategy to assist our Lancer families who chose this option, we held our 1st Town Hall meeting yesterday and we have scheduled two more Town Hall meetings for both 7th and 8th grade families so we can review our face-to-face plan and share our health mitigation strategies. The remaining Town Hall meetings for both 7th and 8th grade families will be held at 6:00 PM on November 9 (Monday), and November 10 (Tuesday). If you are interested in attending one of the Town Hall meetings, please follow the meeting link in our newsletter. The 2nd Marking Period is almost over, and all grades are due on Thursday, November 12. Please continue to monitor your student’s progress by using ParentVue. As previously shared, if you would like to schedule a meeting with your student’s teachers, please contact guidance. We hope you enjoy this week’s edition of “The Shield,” and we hope everyone has a restful and relaxing weekend!
upcoming dates
upcoming dates
November 9 @ 6pm Parent Meeting for 7th & 8th Grade Student Return
November 10 @ 6pm Parent Meeting for 7th & 8th Grade Student Return
November 10 Last Day of 2nd Marking Period & Early Dismissal-2pm (Click here for Adjusted Schedule)
November 11 VBCPS Schools Closed-Veteran's Day
November 12 3rd Marking Period Begins. NEW Schedules for 7th & 8th Grade Students.
November 12 8th Grade students reutrn; every Thursday and Friday
November 12 High School Academy Application Window Opens.
Now through November 12th PTSA Papa John's Coupon Card Fundraiser
Now through November 16th PTSA Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
November 15th PTSA Membership Raffle Winners Announced
November 17 7th Grade students return; every Tuesday and Wednesday
November 18 5:30pm PTSA Meeting via Zoom
December 16 Last Day of 3rd Marking Period
Gifted Education- Helping your Gifted Child-Weekly Article
SCHEDUle Changes-BELOW
SCHEDUle Changes-BELOW
- NOVEMBER 10TH-ADJUSTED DISMISSAL (2PM) SCHEDULE FOR ALL STUDENTS
- NEW 7TH AND 8TH GRADE SCHEDULES FOR ALL STUDENTS STARTING NOVEMBER 12TH
7th & 8th Grade Students Returning November. Parent Meeting: SLide Presentation is Below & 2 more Scheduled
7th & 8th Grade Students Returning November. Parent Meeting: SLide Presentation is Below & 2 more Scheduled
November Edition-
November Edition-
Click here to find updates from the LMS Counseling Department.
VBCPS Student Password Reset & Recovery
VBCPS Student Password Reset & Recovery
Effective Nov. 30, secondary students will be required to configure and enable password reset and
recovery in ClassLink. The process is simple and involves setting up a mobile number or a series of
recovery questions that students can use to reset or recover a forgotten password. Secondary students will
be prompted to complete this configuration when they login Nov. 30.
Additionally, effective Dec. 14, a policy will be enforced that will require secondary students to change
their passwords every 90 days.
Preferred student Name (Nickname)
Preferred student Name (Nickname)
Effective Nov. 9, and in our continued support of all students, students or the
parent/guardian of any student in grades six – 12 may contact their assigned school
counselor to request a preferred name be used in lieu of their legal name in Zoom, Google
Meets and other related applications. The parent/guardian of any student in grades
pre-K – five may request the use of a preferred name.
The request needs to be made in writing (an email will suffice) and the requested name
cannot be disruptive to the educational environment. These requests will be forwarded to
the appropriate building administrator for approval and a record of these requests shall be
maintained by each school separate from students’ cumulative folders. Once approved, the
school counselor may inform the student of the decision and help address any related
questions.
Picture Update
Picture Update
7th and 8th grade parents. We thank you for your patience with this process. Pictures will be forthcoming with our 7th and 8th grade students. With all of the social distancing in place, we have to conduct pictures one grade level at a time. More information to come at a later date. Thank you all again.
October 30, 2020
October 30, 2020
THE SHIELD VOLUME 1, iSSUE 9
THE SHIELD VOLUME 1, iSSUE 9
Lancer Families,
It is hard to believe we now have completed two full months of this school year. We want to continue to express our gratitude to all our staff, students, and families for their support during this time. As you may be aware, the VBCPS School Board voted and approved the return of Option One 7th and 8th grade students. Option One 7th grade students will return to school on Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning Tuesday, November 17. Option One 8th Grade students will return to school on Thursdays and Fridays beginning Thursday, November 12. As we prepare to welcome additional students, we understand the importance of assisting all our 7th and 8th grade families who are opting to return to face-to-face instruction. As a strategy to assist our Lancer families who chose this option, we have scheduled three Town Hall meetings for both 7th and 8th grade families so we can review our face-to-face plan and share our health mitigation strategies. Town Hall meetings for both 7th and 8th grade families will be held at 6:00 PM on November 5 (Thursday), November 9 (Monday), and November 10 (Tuesday). If you are interested in attending one of the Town Hall meetings, please follow the meeting link in our newsletter. We hope you enjoy this week’s edition of “The Shield.” Please pay close attention to the new 7th and 8th grade schedules which will begin when Option One 8th grade students return to school on Thursday, November 12. Stay safe and healthy and let’s continue to work together to ensure our students have the best possible learning experience. Go Lancers!
UPCOMING DATES
UPCOMING DATES
Virtual Town Hall meeting dates and link, to share information for Return to School for 7th and 8th Grade students, is after the new schedules, listed below.
November 3rd Election day- No School. Holiday for all students and staff.
November 10 Last Day of 2nd Marking Period & Early Dismissal
November 11 VBCPS Schools Closed-Veteran's Day
November 12 3rd Marking Period Begins. NEW Schedules for 7th & 8th Grade Students.
November 12 8th Grade students reutrn all Thursdays and Fridays
November 12 High School Academy Application Window Opens. See details below.
Now through November 12th PTSA Papa John's Coupon Card Fundraiser
Now through November 16th PTSA Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
November 15th PTSA Membership Raffle Winners Announced
November 17 7th Grade students return all Tuesdays and Wednesdays
December 16 Last Day of 3rd Marking Period
Gifted Education- Helping your Gifted Child-Weekly Article
nEW sCHEDULE foR aLL 7TH & 8TH gRADE sTUDENTS
nEW sCHEDULE foR aLL 7TH & 8TH gRADE sTUDENTS
sTARTING nOVEMBER 12TH
sTARTING nOVEMBER 12TH
Virtual TOwn Hall Meetings-Preparation for 7th & 8th Grade Lancer Return
Virtual TOwn Hall Meetings-Preparation for 7th & 8th Grade Lancer Return
These meetings are provided for families of our 7th and 8th grade students to review information regarding the in-person return to school. Please join us, using this zoom link to review schedules, arrival, breakfast, lunch, departure plans and health mitigation strategies. (November 5th, 9th, or 10th @ 6:00PM)
Picture Update
Picture Update
7th and 8th grade parents. We thank you for your patience with this process. Pictures will be forthcoming with our 7th and 8th grade students. With all of the social distancing in place, we have to conduct pictures one grade level at a time. More information to come at a later date. Thank you all again.
October 23, 2020
October 23, 2020
The shield Volume 1, issue 8
The shield Volume 1, issue 8
Greetings Lancer Families,
As we reflect on this week and the work that has been accomplished by our powerful learning community, we want to share an important quote from one of the most influential individuals in our recent history, Nelson Mandela. Nelson Mandela stated, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” The Landstown Middle School learning community is working together every day to provide the best possible educational opportunities for ALL our students and families. As evidence, we are proud to announce that 860 students earned honor roll and 187 of those earned Principal’s List for the 1st Quarter. In addition to our students performing well academically, the Landstown staff has distributed over 600 student recognition “Gotchas” as part of our PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) initiative. We continue to reward students who are demonstrating our 3 R’s: being respectful, responsible, and ready to learn, by giving out Lancer Gotchas and we are so proud that our students have already earned this many since the start of the school year. More will be on the way each week!
Our PTSA rocks! We have exceeded our membership from last year, and we hope ALL our families will join our PTSA. In closing, we thank you for all your support for another outstanding week of teaching and learning at LMS and we hope everyone has a safe and relaxing weekend. Enjoy this week’s edition of “The Shield.”
Upcoming Dates
Upcoming Dates
October 12th - November 12th PTSA Papa John's Coupon Card Fundraiser
October 26th - Extended PTA Reflections Program Entry Deadline (See PTSA Newsletter for details)
October 27th - November 16th PTSA Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
October 29th- 6th Grade Picture day- both Face-Face Students and Remote Only Students. See details below.
October 26th-30th LMS SPIRIT WEEK-see details below
November 3rd Election day- No School. Holiday for all students and staff.
November 10 Last Day of 2nd Marking Period & Early Dismissal
November 11 VBCPS Schools Closed-Veteran's Day
November 12 3rd Marking Period Begins
November 12 High School Academy Application Window Opens. See details below.
December 16 Last Day of 3rd Marking Period
Gifted Education-Gifted Information Nights & Helping your Gifted Child-Weekly Article
October 26th through October 30
October 26th through October 30
Next week is SPIRIT week!!! We would love to see pictures of students participating virtually. Please send all pictures to Colleen Clukey @ colleen.clukey@vbschools.com
Next week is SPIRIT week!!! We would love to see pictures of students participating virtually. Please send all pictures to Colleen Clukey @ colleen.clukey@vbschools.com
Monday- PJ day
Monday- PJ day
Tuesday- Lancer Colors Day- 6th grade (red), 7th grade (Yellow), 8th grade (black)
Tuesday- Lancer Colors Day- 6th grade (red), 7th grade (Yellow), 8th grade (black)
Wednesday- Pink Out day (For Breast Cancer Awareness Month)
Wednesday- Pink Out day (For Breast Cancer Awareness Month)
Thursday- Flannel day- This is also picture day for 6th graders (both F2F and virtual)
Thursday- Flannel day- This is also picture day for 6th graders (both F2F and virtual)
Friday- Fall/Halloween day- wear a fall colored shirt or Halloween shirt
Friday- Fall/Halloween day- wear a fall colored shirt or Halloween shirt
(Click title above for full parent letter)
To maintain the security of the virtual environment, and to promote positive relationships
between teachers and students, VBCPS is making the following adjustments to remote learning
practices and expectations:
• Students must use their real name (assigned in VUE) as their name in ZOOM and Google
Meets.
• Starting Tuesday, November 4, student cameras must be turned on at the beginning of
class for teachers to verify attendance. This will be the responsibility of each student.
• Students should leave cameras on during live instruction and group work. Cameras may
be turned off during independent work.
• If a student is uncomfortable, he/she may “hide” their own picture using this option on
either platform which still allows for the teacher to see the student.
If you wish to discuss this requirement, please contact your child’s school administrator.
October 29, 2020
October 29, 2020
6th Grade School Picture Day for Both F2F & Remote Only Students
6th Grade School Picture Day for Both F2F & Remote Only Students
Picture day will be held at school on Thursday, October 29th. All F2F students will be taking their pictures with their 1st class. All virtual 6th graders will be able to come between the hours of 4-6pm to get their picture taken. PLEASE sign up to reserve a spot with this link.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mrs. Clukey
Below is our picture ID to pay for pictures online.
School Name: Landstown Middle School
Picture Day ID: EVTQPF3SX
Virtual GOtchas
Virtual GOtchas
As part of our PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) initiative, we continue to reward students who are demonstrating our 3 R’s: being Respectful, Responsible, and Ready to learn by giving out Lancer Gotchas.
Teachers have given out 600 “Gotchas” to date since the start of the school year!
When a teacher rewards a student with a Gotcha, the student receives an email with a personal message and PDF of the Gotcha.
Additionally, each week, one student from each grade level is randomly selected to receive a prize! Please continue to support our positive school culture and climate by encouraging your child to display our 3R’s and follow our school expectations!
Homework Help
Homework Help
Students may receive free on-demand after school homework assistance, schedule tutoring sessions or complete online modules. Students access this help through ClassLink and the FEV Tutor App. Click here for an Informational Video about the program.
WE love our Security Team!
WE love our Security Team!
Thank you For Keeping our Lancers Safe!
Thank you For Keeping our Lancers Safe!
We love our Bus Drivers!
We love our Bus Drivers!
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) and CodeVA are pleased to announce the:
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) and CodeVA are pleased to announce the:
2020 Computer Science (CS) in Your Neighborhood Competition.
2020 Computer Science (CS) in Your Neighborhood Competition.
Students, either on their own or collaboratively, are to address the prompts below by submitting drawings, stories, essays, videos, programs, 3D models, papier mâché volcanoes, websites, dance routines, magic tricks or anything else they can submit digitally.
• K - five Contest Prompt: ‘Bringing CS Home - How do you use computer science?’
• Six - 12 Contest Prompt: ‘Planning for your Virtual Future - What would you create using computer science?’
The prompts are designed to encourage students to brainstorm a variety of responses and products. As students work independently or collaboratively to develop possible products, they will be engaged in problem solving and developing the skills encapsulated in the five C’s (critical thinking, creative thinking, communication, collaboration and citizenship skills) of Virginia. Products will be judged by a committee composed of individuals who represent CS fields. Student products must be submitted to CS in Your Neighborhood by Monday, Nov. 23 by 5 p.m.
October 16, 2020
October 16, 2020
The Shield Volume 1, Issue 7
The Shield Volume 1, Issue 7
Greetings Lancer Families,
It is hard to believe we are halfway through October and we have completed our 1st marking period. As mentioned last week, please make sure you make time to review your student’s current and 1st reporting period grades in ParentVue. As a reminder, if you would like to set up a parent-teacher conference with your student’s teachers, please contact guidance and they will assist you with scheduling a conference. It is critical for families to continuously monitor their student’s grades and work with our teachers and counselors as we move forward in the academic school year. Please keep in mind, we are currently running a 4 x 4 model which means at the end of this semester, students will receive their final grades for their current classes and will start new classes when we begin Semester 2.
We want to thank our staff, students, and families for an outstanding week. We are proud to announce that we inducted forty-three 8th Graders into our National Junior Honor Society School Chapter. Mrs. Clukey, Mrs. Allen, and Mrs. Nagel organized the event, and we appreciate their efforts preparing our families and students for the ceremony. Due to school closure, we were not able to induct our NJHS students in the Spring, so we celebrated their accomplishments on Tuesday, October 13 through Zoom. In addition to the NJHS induction ceremony, we have completed our 1st full week with our 6th graders. We appreciate our families working with our staff to ensure a safe and structured return to school. In addition, we appreciate the continuous support of all our families that remain Virtual. We understand the challenges that come with virtual learning, but we cannot express how thankful we are for the dedication and commitment of our entire learning community for the success of ALL our students. We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing weekend and enjoy this week’s issue of “The Shield”.
Upcoming Dates
Upcoming Dates
Papa John Coupon Card Sale Oct 12th through November 12th. See details below
October 16th 5:00pm - 7:00pm Virtual Glow Run Packet Pick Up at LMS
October 19th - 24th Virtual Glow Run
October 21st 5:30 PTSA Meeting via Zoom, if you would like to join please email Michelle Cannuli at itcannuliswife@live.com
November 3rd Election day- No School. Holiday for all students and staff.
November 10 Last Day of 2nd Marking Period & Early Dismissal
November 11 VBCPS Schools Closed-Veteran's Day
November 12 3rd Marking Period Begins
November 12 High School Academy Application Window Opens. See details below.
December 16 Last Day of 3rd Marking Period
Gifted Education-Helping your Gifted Child-Weekly Article
Papa John's Coupon Card
Papa John's Coupon Card
Our Papa Johns Coupon Card Fundraiser began October 12th and will run through November 12th. Each coupon card is only $10 and will include promo codes for 2 free large cheese pizzas, 2 free bread sides and 2 BOGO free medium cheese pizzas. Our PTSA will recieve $7 from each coupon card sale!!! Please purchase your coupon cards here. Thank you!
The homeroom class of each grade level that receives the most orders will receive a pizza party!!! When completing your online order form please indicate your name and your student's homeroom teacher's name in the contact field.
The homeroom class of each grade level that receives the most orders will receive a pizza party!!! When completing your online order form please indicate your name and your student's homeroom teacher's name in the contact field.
Full details can be found on the Landstown PTSA site. Click Here.
Click here to find updates from the LMS Counseling Department.
October 9, 2020
October 9, 2020
The Shield Volume 1, Issue 6
The Shield Volume 1, Issue 6
Greetings Lancer Families,
We hope this message finds our Lancer families safe and healthy. Let us first state that our hearts were filled this week when we watched many of our Grade 6 students return to school. We have missed our students and families and although we did not have an opportunity to see everyone, it was so fulfilling to meet and greet our new 6th Grade Lancers as they entered our doors for the first time. It has been too long since closure happened on March 13 and we were so happy to see more students return this week. We enjoyed seeing our families in our Town Hall meetings which helped prepare families for face-to-face instruction. In addition to students returning, our PTSA provided an awesome treat for our staff. On Thursday, October 8, Mrs. Michelle Cannuli, PTSA President, Mrs. Shawnie Green, PTSA Vice President of Programs, and Mrs. Sandy Mealer, Volunteer Coordinator, came to school at 7:30 AM to set up treats and donations from Harris Teeter on Nimmo Parkway.
As we move into October, please make sure you review your student's current and 1st reporting period grades in ParentVue. If you have questions regarding how to access Parent Vue, please visit our website or contact your student's school counselor. If you want to set up a parent-teacher conference with your student's teachers, please contact guidance and they will schedule a conference for you. We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing weekend and enjoy this week’s issue of “The Shield".
We love our PTSA!! Thank you!
UPCOMING Dates
UPCOMING Dates
October 8th- Start of the 2nd Grading Period. Please check ParentVUE or StudentVUE to review your child's posted 1st Grading Period grades. Use the drop down menu and select Report Period 1 4X4
October 9th-TODAY! Deadline for the Virtual Glow Run Registration sponsored by the PTSA. Click here for more information.
November 3rd Election day- No School. Holiday for all students and staff.
November 13th Application opens for the VCGC BLAST Program. See information below
Gifted Education-Helping your Gifted Child-Weekly Article
C-SPAN: Student Cam 2021
C-SPAN: Student Cam 2021
Contest for students to produce a five- to six-minute documentary using C-SPAN programming. This year’s contest focus is: “Explore the issue you most want the president and new Congress to address in 2021?” Students are asked to analyze the current and/or historical significance of their chosen issue and include differing viewpoints. An overview, guidelines, application and more information can be found here. Deadline for submissions is Wednesday, Jan. 20.
Virginia Space Grant Consortium (VSGC) provides several FREE and highly engaging Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) learning opportunities for Virginia students currently in grades 8-12. These programs inspire students who possess technical and/or scientific interests and are motivated to learn more about STEM and to explore career options in STEM fields.
Building Leaders for Advancing Science and Technology (BLAST) is a three-day, immersive, on-campus summer experience for current 8th and 9th grade students. Faculty at participating schools (Old DominionUniversity, Virginia Tech, and University of Virginia) lead students in exciting activities and demonstrations, igniting their curiosity about career paths in STEM fields. Learn more about BLAST by clicking here.
Learn about additional programs offered from the VSGC for 10th-12th graders here.
October 2, 2020
October 2, 2020
The Shield VOlume 1, Issue 5
The Shield VOlume 1, Issue 5
Greetings Lancer Families,
We hope you and your families are safe and healthy, and we thank you for your continuous support. As we wrap up the month of September, I can share with you how appreciative we are for the dedication and commitment of our staff, students, families and our entire learning community for making the last 4 weeks of virtual teaching and learning a success. During September, we were so fortunate to meet our students and families and begin our journey into the 2020-2021 school year. On September 8, our virtual journey began and our entire learning community met this challenge through hard work, effective communication and a commitment to excellence. We conducted numerous Town Hall Meetings, held our Virtual Open House on September 15, and revealed our new parent newsletter, “The Shield". In preparation for welcoming our Option 1 Sixth Graders on Thursday, October 8, we have held several Town Hall meetings for our 6th grade families, and two more are scheduled for Monday, October 5 at 9 AM, and Tuesday, October 6 at 6 PM. I assure you , our staff simply cannot wait to see and welcome our Option 1 Sixth Graders back to school next week. Have a great weekend and enjoy this issue of “The Shield,” for updated school information.
upcoming Dates
upcoming Dates
6th Grade F2F Return Virtual Lancer Family Meetings. These meetings are provided for families of our sixth grade students who selected Option 1, Face-Face-Instruction, and will be returning on Thursday, October 8th. Please join us, using this zoom link to review arrival, breakfast, lunch, and departure plans and health mitigation strategies. Our slide presentation is directly below this issue or you can also find it here.
October 5 @ 9:00AM
October 6 @ 6:00PM
OCTOBER 7th- This is the end of the first marking period. Please ensure your students get all of their work submitted according to class expectations. Parents should be able to view their child's final first marking period grades in ParentVUE, on October 8th.
October 5th-Virtual Clubs start. See below for a list of clubs with meeting days and times.
Gifted Education Helping your gifted child-Weekly Article
LMS PTSA Membership Form (See Updates from the PTSA below)
Coupon-Free Golf at Lynnhaven Golf Park
News from the Library
We are finally ready for students to begin checking out books! Please select the link below that correlates with your child’s grade as each form is a bit different. If you have any questions, you can email us at Jennifer.Harrell@vbschools.com or Kara.Lawson@vbschools.com.
6th grade Library Book Checkout
7th & 8th grade Library Book Checkout
** Note, if you can’t get the link in the presentation to work, try viewing in present mode and/or logging in on your child’s vbschools account.
- 6th Grade F2F Return Virtual Lancer Family Meetings.
These meetings are provided for families of our sixth grade students who selected Option 1, Face-Face-Instruction, and will be returning on Thursday, October 8th. Please join us, using this zoom link to review arrival, breakfast, lunch, and departure plans and health mitigation strategies.
Also, here is a narrated version of the presentation.
TWO SESSIONS LEFT:
October 5 @ 9:00AM
October 6 @ 6:00PM
Virtual Clubs
Virtual Clubs
Mondays
Mondays
@9:00 AVID w/ Mrs. Erwin
@9:15 Changemakers (sustainability club) w/ Mrs. Tarkenton
@9:30 Operation Smile w/ Ms. Capozzi
Tuesdays
Tuesdays
@9:00 SCA w/Ms. Wilson & Ms. Drew
(preparing for upcoming SPIRIT Week)
Wednesdays
Wednesdays
@9:30 Reading Club
Thursdays
Thursdays
@5:00 Anime Club w/Mr. Hicks
If your child is interested in a club that is not on the list, please email Colleen Clukey at colleen.clukey@vbschools.com
September 25, 2020
September 25, 2020
The SHield Volume 1, ISsue 4
The SHield Volume 1, ISsue 4
Lancer Families,
We want to thank our families and staff for a fantastic Week Three. We are so proud of our teachers, staff, students, and families for working together to make our virtual learning a success. This week, we were so happy to see some of our students and watch the yellow busses pull up to LMS to begin our day of teaching and learning. We would like to introduce you to our new Assistant Principal, Ms. Vashti Richards. We want to congratulate her on the recent appointment and we welcome her to the LMS Family. See below to learn more about Ms. Richards. As we prepare for Week 4, we understand the importance of assisting all our 6th grade families who are opting to return to face-to-face instruction on October 8. As a strategy to assist our 6th grade families who chose this option, we have scheduled four Town Hall meetings for our 6th grade families so we can review our face-to-face plan and share our health mitigation strategies. Stay safe and healthy and let’s continue to work together to ensure our students have the best possible learning experience. Go Lancers!
Upcoming dates:
Chipotle Cashola Night @ Landstown Commons Saturday, SEPTEMBER 25 from 5:00-9:00PM
6th Grade F2F Return Virtual Lancer Family Meetings. These meetings are provided for families of our sixth grade students who selected Option 1, Face-Face-Instruction, and will be returning on Thursday, October 8th. Please join us, using this zoom link to review arrival, breakfast, lunch, and departure plans and health mitigation strategies.
September 30 @ 5:30PM
October 1 @ 6:00PM
October 5 @ 9:00AM
October 6 @ 6:00PM
SEPTEMBER 28th-NJHS applications are due by 4pm. Email Colleen.Clukey@vbschools.com if you have any questions.
OCTOBER 7th- This is the end of the first marking period. Please ensure your students get all of their work submitted according to class expectations. Parents should be able to view their child's final first marking period grades in ParentVUE, on October 8th.
Litearcy & Numeracy Bell- Our Lancers started their Literacy and Numeracy Support bell. View this slideshow or watch this video to learn more about the opportunities we have to support our Lancers and how you can support this at home.
In Case You Missed it: (Posted previously)
NEW Homework Help Center – FEV Tutor
VBCPS is pleased to announce a homework help center through FEV Tutor. Students may easily access homework help through the Classlinks Portal under FEV Tutor. Through FEV Tutor homework help, students may receive free on-demand after school homework assistance, schedule tutoring sessions or complete online modules. Additional information about the program can be found through the FEV Tutor Informational Video.
Congratulations and Welcome to the Lancer Family Ms. Vashti Richards:
Congratulations and Welcome to the Lancer Family Ms. Vashti Richards:
It is our honor to introduce our new member of the Lancer Family and our administrative team, Ms. Vashti Richards. Ms. Richards was an Administrative Assistant at Lynnhaven Middle School prior to her appointment to LMS. Prior to serving VBCPS as an Administrative Assistant, Ms. Richards served Larkspur Middle School as a Literacy Coach, where she worked extensively with the English department and organized the school-wide literacy program. Ms. Richards also served Larkspur Middle School as the English Department Chair and was the faculty advisor for Extracurricular Activities. Prior to joining VBCPS, Ms. Richards was the 7th Grade English Team Coordinator at Northside Middle School in Norfolk Public Schools, taught Junior University and was instrumental with assisting NMS with all extracurricular activities. Ms. Richards is the 6th Grade Administrator and will work with our English and Special Education Department. Congratulations and welcome to LMS Ms. Richards!
September 18, 2020
September 18, 2020
The Shield Volume 1, Issue 3
The Shield Volume 1, Issue 3
Lancer Families,
We hope everyone had a successful Week Two. It was awesome meeting our families Tuesday night during our Virtual Open House. We hope you had a great evening meeting our teachers, learning about class expectations and grading policies and engaging in conversations about how teaching and learning will take place in the virtual setting. Stay safe and healthy and let’s continue to work together to ensure our students have the best possible learning experience. Go Lancers!
Homework Help- Students may receive free on-demand after school homework assistance, schedule tutoring sessions or complete online modules. Students access this help through ClassLink and the FEV Tutor App. Click here for an Informational Video about the program.
Virtual Clubs- Attention Lancers! We are excited to start our virtual clubs the week of October 5th. Please look at this list and if you don’t see a club you are interested in please email Mrs. Clukey at colleen.clukey@vbschools.com.
Gifted-How to Help your Gifted Child
Please read these Updates from the PTSA , as well as, these helpful links below:
Self-Screening before entering any VBCPS building.
In case you missed it:
In case you missed it:
September 11, 2020
September 11, 2020
The Shield Volume 1, Issue 2
The Shield Volume 1, Issue 2
Lancer Families,
We hope all our Lancer students and families had a successful Week One. We appreciate your flexibility and understanding as we worked through some internet challenges while meeting our students for the first time. Our teachers have worked extremely hard in preparing to deliver the best possible virtual instruction and we appreciate their consistent efforts to ensure ALL students will be successful this school year. We are excited about our Virtual Open House on Tuesday, September 15 beginning at 6:00 PM. We hope you are able to join all sessions as our teachers are ready to meet their families and share with them important information from their classes. Below is some important information as we move into Week Two. Stay safe and healthy and let’s continue to work together to ensure our students have the best possible learning experience.
NEW ITEMS:
NEW ITEMS:
Virtual Open House- Tuesday, September 15th 6:00PM-7:00PM. (See information below)
Digital Library with Virginia Beach Public Library (see below)
VBCPS Meal Plan-Breakfast and Lunch are FREE for ALL students at least until the end of September; no paperwork is required.
VBCPS Most Recent Update-September 10th
In Case You Missed it:
In Case You Missed it:
Virtual Open House-Tues. September 15
Virtual Open House-Tues. September 15
6:00PM-7:30PM
To participate in our Virtual Open House, please login to your son/daughter’s Schoology courses.
In each course, you’ll find an Open House chalkboard image (shown below). Click on that image (in each course). This will take you directly to the teacher’s Open House Zoom meeting.
We look forward to meeting you!
Click the link above.
Browse for something to read, listen to, watch, research or learn.
Select an item.
When prompted for a library card or account number, enter:
a. Login: S + VBCPS Student ID number. Example: S1234567
b. Password or PIN: Date of birth in MMDD format. Example: Jan. 1 = 0101
Enjoy!
Families:
Find & fully charge your chromebook (New to LMS? Please call the school.)
Log-in using your password from last school year (Password Help)
Use StudentVUE (or ParentVUE) to check your schedule.
Visit LMS Virtual Teacher Meet Site to see welcome videos from your teachers.
Review & Commit to LMS Virtual Expectations
Go to Schoology through ClassLink and go to your courses.
Open the green Welcome folder (example below) in each of your courses to find teacher & course information & a link to your class.
September 4th 2020
September 4th 2020
The Shield Volume 1, Issue 1
The Shield Volume 1, Issue 1
Lancer Families,
We hope everyone is safe and healthy during these challenging times. Since the school closure on March 13, 2020, our learning community was faced with unprecedented challenges that have altered how public schools operate. Our community was quickly introduced to virtual teaching and learning and although the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we operate on a day-to-day basis, it has never changed our focus as a learning community.
Student academic success continues to be the focus at Landstown Middle School. As demands and complexities of teaching children increase and change as a result of the COVID-19 school closure, it becomes more evident that we all need to work together to ensure that our children reach their fullest potential. We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to empower children with the creative, intellectual, and decision-making skills necessary for them to become academically, socially, physically, and emotionally successful and responsible.
As we prepare to begin the 2020-2021 school year virtually on Tuesday, September 8, we want to share some critical information that will assist your family.
VBCPS Most Recent Update-September 3rd
Additional Ready for School Tech & Tips
Partnership w/Va Beach Libraries
Alert Now Messages-VBCPS and Landstown Middle send out important information through AlertNow via text messages as well as email and phone. To be sure that you are receiving all information that is sent to you via text messages, please text “yes” to 67587
The purpose of this site is to help support our Landstown Middle School parents as they support their children in their academics. Due to our current circumstances, it is more important than ever before for parents to partner with teachers in the learning process. With everyone's best effort, we can overcome the challenges we face and make 2020-21 a year to remember!
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