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Welcome to Curriculum Night at R.C. Loflin Middle School. Principal Damon Patterson 7 th Grade Asst. Principal – Amber White Counselor – Doug Hampton
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Welcome to Curriculum Night at R.C. Loflin Middle School Principal Damon Patterson 7th Grade Asst. Principal – Amber White Counselor – Doug Hampton 8th Grade Asst. Principal – Diana Greenhouse Counselor – Teri Rodgers
JISD Vision Statement (2015) JOSHUA ISD will be a HIGHLY ACCLAIMED MODEL of EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
JISD Mission Statement Joshua ISD develops productive citizens of exceptional character who are life-long learners
LMS Mission Statement To exemplify excellence in academics, athletics, arts, and actions. School Motto The Key is Me OWL PRIDE: Exemplary Success through Commended Performance
LMS Keys of Excellence Integrity Failure Leads to Success Speak with Good Purpose This Is It Commitment Ownership Flexibility Balance
A Rachel’s Challenge Campus Special program started by parents of Rachel Scott Promoting kindness and compassion
Joshua ISD Education Foundation Grant - $3,336.00!!!
Rachel’s Challenge Summit Plano, Texas June 20-22nd, 2012
Joshua ISD Education Foundation Grant - $600.00!!!
JISD Education Foundation • Approximately $4000.00 has been granted to LMS teachers for enhancing learning in the classroom!! • Please show your support with a donation • www.joshuaeducationfoundation.org
Permanently honor your outstanding student, favorite teacher, special family member or friend! From August 17 through September 30, leaves on the Ray Dane Tree of Excellence, located in the foyer of Acker Auditorium, will be available for purchase. During this special event, your $200 contribution will be acknowledged with an inscription on a leaf with your honoree’s name and/or your own.
Academic UIL Maps, Graphs & Charts Mathematics Modern Oratory Number Sense Ready Writing Science Social Studies Spelling Editorial Writing Art • LMS will compete in UIL this fall • All students are encouraged to participate in this exciting and challenging academic competition!!
Six Weeks Tests October 1-5, 2012 1st Six Weeks November 5-9, 2012 2nd Six Weeks December 17-21, 2012 SEMESTER TEST February 19-22, 2013 4th Six Weeks April 15-19, 2013 5th Six Weeks June 3-6, 2013 SEMESTER TEST
STAAR PREP Testing January 18, 2013 7th Writing February 14, 2013 7th and 8th Math February 15, 2013 7th and 8th Reading March 19, 2013 8th Science March 20, 2013 8th Social Studies
STAAR Testing April 2, 2013 7th Writing Day 1 and 8th Math April 3, 2013 7th Writing Day 2 and 8th Reading April 23, 2013 7th Math April 24, 2013 7th Reading and 8th Science April 25, 2013 8th Social Studies
Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences Teachers are available to meet with you and your student during their scheduled conference times/before school/after-school by appointment. Please contact your student’s teacher to schedule a conference.
Homework Haven • Hours – afterschool -5:30, Monday-Thursday beginning Monday, September 17th • Transportation is provided to Homework Haven • Students must be picked up by 5:30 • Students must have work to complete with them every day!
Skyward Family Access Grades are posted throughout each six weeks on the internet. Please visit our district website for links to Skyward Family Access and our school/teacher websites at your convenience for updated information on all things pertaining to your student. www.joshuaisd.org • All 7th grade students access Skyward in Computer Lab • Password info available in the front office
Dress Code • No flip-flops are allowed • No holes in jeans allowed • No sagging of the pants/jeans • For boys: hair should not touch the back of the collar of their shirt, or extend beyond the top of the eyebrow • Boys need to be clean-shaven • No piercings/gauges • CELL PHONES are not allowed. If seen or heard, they will be turned in to the office and may be retrieved after a fee of $15.00 has been paid
Blue Friday Fridays are BLUE FRIDAY spirit days at LMS!!!! Please encourage your student to wear a Joshua shirt to show school pride and support for their campus and district!! GO OWLS!!! LMS is the BEST!!!
PARENT PICK-UP Awesome job parents!!! Thank you for your patience and cooperation!! YOUR STUDENT’S SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY
Homecoming Early Release Day • Early Release on Friday October 12th @ 1:00 • Mums may be worn at school • Homecoming Parade begins @ 2:00
Ways You Can Help • Provide a quiet area for your student to do homework and study. • Make sure your student gets plenty of sleep at night. Studies have shown that rest is essential during pre-adolescence. Being alert and attentive ensures readiness each day. • Review your student’s planner/expandable file folder. • Log on to our district and class websites at www.joshuaisd.org • Listen to/observe your child, communicate with teachers, be patient.
Thank you for your continued support as we work together towards a successful school year for all of our students!!