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I am simply stunned that I am already writing the newsletter for May and June! This school year as “buzzed” by and as I stop to reflect, there are so many accomplishments to celebrate!
On April 2, we invited all incoming 6th grade students to tour LSMS. It was a busy morning, with nearly 400 students and approximately 75 adults here! Our scheduled included performances by our band and choir musicians, cheerleaders and dance team, a walking tour of the campus, a pep assembly, lockers to practice opening, cookies and milk in the cafeteria, and a short Q/A session with our 6th grade Leadership Council, who recently developed a brochure titled Sixth Grade Survival Guide . We had our visitors tour campus in small groups led by our National Junior Honor Society students. Thank you to all who contributed to this event!
Following the visit, we held our annual 5th grade Open House so students could bring their parents and show them the campus. Sixth grade staff members were available to answer questions and visit with our families about the opportunities available at LSMS.
We are proud to announce that Lowell Scott inducted 68 new students into the National Junior Honor Society April 9th and then April 17th we celebrated our students’ artistic talents and interests in the annual Festival of the Arts. (see pg. for more details about each event)
At the time of this Chronicle mailing, our Spring ISAT tests are underway. Our usual testing recommendations include plenty of rest, nutritious breakfasts, and an encouragement for students to give their best efforts each test. The results of ISAT determine if a school is meeting proficiency standards, and to help identify course placement for individual students. The detailed schedule is available on PowerSchool Announcements. Test scores will be published later this summer.
As part of our Spring Wellness plan, we are introducing LSMS Wellness Wednesday for the last 6 weeks of school. This is an opportunity for staff and students to participate together in wellness activities during the school day. Most classes are using a day of Advisory to promote physical fitness by walking, playing outdoor games, and talking about the importance of a healthy lifestyle that includes balanced nutrition, activity, water, rest, and stress-management strategies. Join us in adding in one new wellness component each week in an effort to build in healthy choices for a healthy lifestyle. There are very helpful websites, articles and local organizations to assist you!
On behalf of the entire staff at Lowell Scott, I thank you for contributing to education at our school. This truly is a place where academics, athletics, music, the arts and healthy citizenship are encouraged and promoted.
Linda Ventura
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