Lamar Lion Family Newsletter
Month of May 2024
Dear Lion Families,
As we step into May, I want to take a moment to honor the achievements of our incredible students and express my gratitude for your continued support. Our students have shown remarkable dedication to their learning and growing, excelling in various endeavors. Additionally, our students have shone bright in extracurricular activities, showcasing their talents and skills in Sports, Music and Visual arts, Career and Technology Student Associations, and beyond. As we approach the end of the school year, be sure to mark your calendars for upcoming events and celebrations. Stay tuned for more details! Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership in your child's education. Your involvement is crucial to their success. Let's continue to work together to make the rest of the school year memorable and rewarding for our students.
Sincerely,
Eric Ogle, Principal
Upcoming Events
- 5/6 - Girls and Boys Soccer vs. Crockett MS, away games
- 5/6 - 6:00 PM: LMS Bands Spring Concert, Nimitz HS
- 5/7 - 6:00 PM: Choir Spring Concert, Cafe
- 5/9 - 6:00 PM: KickStart Kids Belt Ceremony, LMS Competition Gym
- 5/10 - 5/11 - Soccer Tournaments
- 5/13 - Orchestra Beginner Festival, off campus
- 5/14 - 6:00 PM: LMS Bands Spring Concert, Cafe
- 5/14 - 5/15: End-of-Year MAP Testing Window: Reading 6-8 & Math 6-8
- 5/15 - 7:15 AM: All Pro Parent Meeting. Library
- 5/21 - Band Non-Varsity Contest, off campus
- 5/22 - Crime Stoppers Field Trip
- 5/22 - Orchestra Varsity. Non-Varsity Festival, off campus
- 5/23 - Pep Rally Schedule, more info TBD
- 5/24 - 8th Grade Field Day
- 5/27 - School Holiday
- 5/29 - 6th and 7th Grade Award Ceremonies
- 5/30 - 8th Grade Award Ceremony and Clap-Out
Free Diapers, Wipes, & Baby Essentials
April 14th, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm at Ellis Stadium
One Week Miniseries - Mom’s Priceless Gift: Self-Compassion
May 20-24, 2024
Adult Education: Summer Academy
June 5-25, 2024
Resources
Screenagers Movie Series
Xello Family
Xello Family lets you explore and discover your child’s future goals and plans so you can better support their learning and development.
Food & School Supplies Assistance
If your child is in need of a weekly food bag to take home on Friday or assistance with school supplies, please contact his/her Lamar counselor:
- Tennille Deming-Perkins: 7th grade and 8th grade (A-L) tdeming-perkins@irvingisd.net
- Cindy Pope: 6th grade and 8th grade (M-Z) cpope@irvingisd.net
UPchieve - Free 24/7 Live Online Tutoring!
Irving Cares
At-Risk & Responsive Services
Success Is...
Parent & Family Engagement Policy 2023-2024
Parent & Family Compact
Contact Information
Eric Ogle - Principal
Cynthia Erwin - Assistant Principal
Shalon Worcester - Administrative Liaison
Cindy Pope - Counselor: 6th Grade, 8th Grade (M-Z)
Tennille Deming-Perkins - Counselor: 7th Grade, 8th Grade (A-L)
April Richmond - Dean of Students
Misty Gonzales - Academic Specialist
Joanna Kendrick - Digital Learning Coach
Samantha Howard - Nurse
Lamar Middle School Irving ISD
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Website: irvingisd.net/lamar
Location: 219 Crandall Road, Irving, TX, USA
Phone: 972-600-4400
Twitter: @Lamar_MS