November 1, 2024
Message from Mr. Hamacher
Good evening, Liberty Middle School Parents.
I'd like to give a special shout-out to the Student Council. They started the Student Weekly Announcements, which will continue to be shared in the LMS Weekly newsletter. They also put on a great Halloween Dance last week!
November 5 will be an eLearning Day for all Duneland Schools. Students will not attend in-person.
The Book Fair for LMS will be November 4-8, in the Liberty Media Center. Please contact Mrs. Disney, LMS Media Specialist, at cdisney@duneland.k12.in.us with any questions.
Liberty Middle School is hosting an assembly to recognize Veteran's Day on Monday, November 11, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the LMS Main Gym. We will have a special guest speaker, special student speeches, and performances by the LMS Band, Choir, and Orchestra. The assembly is open to the community. You are welcome to attend. Community members must enter through the Gym Entrance, Entrance 16W, on the west side of the building.
As part of our program, our Veterans Program Team runs a couple of fundraisers to support Folds of Honor. Folds of Honor is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of military members and first responders who have fallen or become disabled while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Over the years, the middle school has been able to raise thousands of dollars in support of our veterans and their families. We have raised $975 of our goal of $1,000! Thank you to everyone who has donated already! If you are interested in donating, please make a check out to Liberty Middle School and have your student bring it to the LMS Main Office. Thank you!
The LMS boys basketball and wrestling teams have begun practicing and will begin competitions in the coming weeks. If you have any questions regarding Fall Athletics at LMS, please email Nick Bamber, LMS Athletic Director, at nbamber@duneland.k12.in.us.
**Reminder- Daylight Savings Time changes on November 3 at 2:00 a.m. as we "fall" back one hour.
Respectfully,
Mike Hamacher, LMS Principal
Cell Phone Policy
In accordance with Indiana Code, please see the new cell phone policy below. Please take some time to share this with you child. Thank you!
Wireless Communication Devices
Per IC 20-26-5-40.7 - The use of wireless communication devices, including but not limited to cellular telephones, tablet computers, laptop computers, gaming devices, smartwatches, etc. is strictly prohibited during academic class periods unless explicitly authorized by the teacher for educational purposes.
Students are permitted to use a wireless communication device in the event of a health or safety emergency or to manage health care as specifically defined in the student’s Individualized Health Plan (IHP), Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and/or Section 504 Plan.
A wireless communication device is defined by Indiana law as any portable wireless device that has the capability to provide voice, messaging, or other data communication between two (2) or more parties.
Electronic devices can aid or hinder the learning experience in a school environment. With this in mind, cell phones are not permitted to be visible/audible in the classrooms, hallways or lunchrooms at any time.
ATTENTION BUS RIDERS!!
WE WANT TO BRING TO YOUR ATTENTION THAT STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO RIDE THE BUS HOME WITH FRIENDS THAT DO NOT SHARE THE THE SAME DESIGNATED BUS ROUTE. THE DECISION HAS BEEN MADE WITH THE UTMOST CONCERN FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL OUR STUDENTS.
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BRIGHT FUTURES HOLIDAY GIVING
The LMS Student Council and staff would like to assist you in making your LMS child’s holiday happy. If you would appreciate help this holiday season, please use the button below to fill out the form! All forms and wish lists are due by November 7, 2024.
QUARTER 1 DISTINCTIVELY DUNELAND AWARD WINNERS
TEAM PURDUE
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-Upcoming Events & Programs-
- November 5 - E-Learning Day
- November 6 - Picture Retake Day
- November 11 - LMS Veterans Day Program @ 9:30AM In the Liberty Campus Main Gym
- November 13 - 4-4:30PM Drama Club Callout Meeting
-Upcoming Sporting Events-
- WINTER SPORTS COMING SOON!
LMS Student Council is selling T-Shirts!
Please use the button below to place your order!
SALE ENDS NOVEMBER 22nd!
USE THE BUTTON BELOW TO VIEW STUDENT COUNCILS WEEKLY UPDATES!!
CONGRATS TO LMS NJHS!!
Our NJHS members participated in the CHS Trick-or-Treat event this week! They won the best themed table!
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2024-2025 ATHLETES PHYSICAL FORMS
ATTENTION!!!
2024-2025 ALL ATHLETES MUST HAVE A CURRENT PHYSICAL ON FILE TO PARTICIPATE!
Middle School Physicals will need to be turned coaches or the athletic department, prior to open gym, tryouts, or practices in order to participate.
There are a total of 6 forms that need to be completed. The actual physical is completed by the Dr. and the rest of the forms are completed by the parent(s) and the student. Physicals will not be accepted if there are forms missing! Physical packets are available in the main office.
*Physical Checklist*
- Physical Examination from the Doctor
- History Form
- Consent and Release Certificate (Make sure insurance information is complete)
- Concussion and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Sheet
- ALL FinalForms documents MUST be completed.
A Message From Nurse Sam
As part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all our students, we want to inform you about an important update regarding students who are injured and wearing medical devices such as walking boots, crutches, casts, slings, or splints. Effective immediately, any student with a medical device will be required to provide a doctor’s note confirming that they are cleared to participate in both gym class and recess. If a doctor advises against participation for any specified duration, the student will need to provide a subsequent note from the doctor clearing the student to resume these activities once they are healed.
This update is designed to ensure that all students can safely engage in physical activities while also considering their health and recovery. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Health Clinic. Thank you for your cooperation and support.
'SAY SOMETHING' Tip Line for Grades 5-12
The Duneland School Corporation has adopted the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System for all grade 5-12 schools this year. The link to the Say Something Tip Line can be found on the DSC website, on the middle and high school websites, and on the DSC Safety and Security page located under Programs and Services.
Nutrislice App / MENUS
The DSC Child Nutrition Department is now utilizing NutriSlice as its new menus program. This app is available for iphone and android through your mobile app store. Parents can also access the full website for Duneland Schools on a computer via this NutriSlice link.
This app will allow parents and students to view the menus as well as the nutritional info for each items at any of the Duneland Schools. This program will be developed further incorporating images of food items being served at each of the schools.
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NorthShore Clinic for all DSC Students
To make an appointment please call 219-763-8112. Let NorthShore know you are a Duneland School student or staff member and that you would like to make an appointment at the Duneland School Clinic located at the old CMS.
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL
44 WEST 900 NORTH
CHESTERTON, IN 46304
OFFICE # - (219) 983-3740
FAX # - (219) 983-3753