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Testing will begin TOMORROW, Monday, April 28. We will have a very unique bell schedule for two weeks!

Dismissal this week:

M,T,W- 1:38

TH, F- 2:18

Dismissal Week 2, May 5:

M, T, TH- 1:38

W- 11:38 (regular minimum day)

F- 2:18

Please make sure students are on time and have a fully charged chromebook.

Fuel Up and Focus lunch with families was a huge success! Thank you for supporting our efforts to focus on testing. For more testing preparation fun, click this link (need a google account):

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mTT9h4xHQMFzA8OVhmP2537hHxr5U7VK/view?usp=sharing

• We had so much fun finding picture of Millswood staff from when they were students. Leadership designed a display of all their pictures as a little bit of testing fun.

• We are preparing for one of the most important times of the year-state testing. To reward all students who are here on time with a charged Chromebook and putting forth good effort, we will have daily raffles, a special lunch on Monday, May 12, and an opportunity to participate in a Students v. Staff dodgeball game.

• May 4th is our Annual Star Wars Day-May the Fourth Be with You. We encourage all students and staff to have fun and celebrate Star Wars!

• Our flag football tournament is winding down as we have started the playoffs. We are looking forward to celebrating the winners next week!

Just a reminder, the next Catalina donation is due next Weds, April 30.

Thank you.

The 8th grade promotion speech competition will be held after school on Tuesday, May 13th at 2:30 pm in Room 204. Any student interested in delivering their speech at 8th grade awards night or at promotion should attend this competition, ready to deliver their speech in front of a panel of judges.

Please sign up with Ms. Azevedo in room 204 before or after school.

Students with a 1.5 GPA or higher and no suspensions this quarter may be invited to 8th Grade Activities. Students should double check the various invite lists in our lobby window as the events get closer.

8th Grade Dance:

8th Grade Dance is on May 15th. Tickets are FREE and will be passed out at lunch the day before. More details to come. Please note, this is a casual event, not a formal dance.

8th Grade Field Trip:

Parent club is sponsoring our 8th grade field trip to Micke Grove On May 16th. We will enjoy a BBQ, DJ, games, the zoo, and more. We might even add fishing! (catch and release) Details on that to come! This is a free event for those that are eligible to participate. Transportation and lunch is provided. Permission slips are required and will be sent home early in May.

8th Grade Awards Night:

8th grade Awards Night is on May 20th at 6:00 pm. Students receiving an award will be invited by in early May. This event is held across the way, at First Baptist Church.

8th Grade Promotion:

8th grade promotion is on May 30th at 8:30am. Students need to arrive by 8:00 and report to the MPR. Our gates will open at 7:45 for parents. No tickets are required!

• Students should plan to dress nice for this event. We will talk more about this with students. Strapless dresses will not be allowed.
• Students may not wear leis or capes and they may not carry flowers or gifts during the promotion.
• Students must have a 1.5 GPA and have met the behavior requirement in order to participate.
• Promotion practice is Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, May 28-30th. This is mandatory, if students miss practice they will be excluded from promotion.
• All students will receive a promotion certificate. The spelling of their name should be verified by students from our posted list in the lobby the week prior to promotion.

Balloons and signs are not allowed in the gate at promotion, we will kindly ask you to keep them in your car and you can gift them after the ceremony. This allows everyone to see the event much easier!

Lodi High Sports Orientation will be held in the Meehlis gym on May 7th at 6 pm. Please be sure to attend and meet the coaching staff. There will be information about summer conditioning and other sports news. Meet some of the high school athletes, purchase Lodi high gear and get information about Sports Physicals. Please join the Lodi High Athletics SportsYou app; the access code is PJ4F-KEK7

Lodi Unified School District Families:

This important update is being shared regarding smartphone use during school in 2025-2026.

Beginning next school year, students will be required to keep their smartphones turned off and stored in their backpacks during the regular school day. This practice, already in place at many of our elementary and middle schools, aligns with Lodi Unified School District’s Board Policy 5131: Student Conduct.

This Board of Education approved change is designed to reduce distractions, support student mental health, minimize instances of cyberbullying and support student academic discourse throughout the school day. Research strongly supports limiting phone use during the school day, and similar policies are being adopted in schools across the state. In fact, California’s Assembly Bill 3216 will require school districts to adopt such policies by July 1, 2026. Please note that exceptions will be made for students with medical needs or accommodations outlined in their IEPs.

We understand that this may change how you communicate with your child during the day, even though they will be able to retrieve messages or return calls at the end of the regular school day. Our school offices are always available to relay important messages, and students can use office phones if needed. In the event of an emergency, it's essential that students stay focused on staff instructions. First responders recommend limiting phone use to ensure safety and clear communication.

We’ll share more information as the school year approaches, but we appreciate your support in preparing your student for this shift. Please take a moment to discuss these expectations with your child.

Thank you for partnering with us to create a safe and focused learning environment

Student Registration Link: M.S. Student Registration 2025

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 19, 2025

For more information, see program flyer below:

English Flyer: M.S. Summer School 2025

Spanish Flyer: Escuela de Verano - 2025

If you have any questions, contact Rubi Ramirez.

Lodi USD invites you to share your thoughts on the district’s Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP)! Your input is essential in shaping our priorities and ensuring our students receive the support they need.

Please take a moment to participate in our Thought Exchange by clicking the link below:

🔗 https://tejoin.com/scroll/308859188

Your feedback will help guide the development of our LCAP moving forward. Thank you for being a valued part of our community!

https://lusdnutrition.org/

millswoodoffice@lodiusd.net