Lansdowne Middle Newsletter

Hello LMS families,

MCAP Math Testing begins this week for Grade 6 and 7 students. Please be sure that your child has their computer charged and gets ample sleep each night to be prepared for the assessment. Students have worked hard all year to prepare for the assessment, and we want to set them up for success when taking MCAP.

Thank you,

Ryan Warfel

Principal

This week, we’re thrilled to highlight Ms. Bayer, a passionate and energetic member of our Lansdowne Middle School community who brings history to life in her 8th grade classroom!

From an early age, Ms. Bayer knew she was meant to be a teacher. Inspired by her own 8th grade social studies teacher who made learning fun and engaging, she discovered a deep love for history—and an even deeper passion for sharing that love with others. At LMS, she finds joy in building meaningful relationships with both students and staff. Watching students grow, mature, and pursue their passions year after year is one of her favorite parts of the job. She also values working alongside a team of dedicated colleagues who truly look out for one another.

A standout moment in Ms. Bayer’s career is when former students return to visit. Whether they’re thriving in their high school history classes or sharing personal milestones like making the sports teams they once dreamed about, these moments remind her why she became a teacher—to help students build the skills they need to succeed beyond the classroom.

Outside of school, Ms. Bayer is always on the move! She plays in intramural volleyball, kickball, and softball leagues, and is currently training for her second half marathon. A devoted Orioles fan, you’ll often find her at Camden Yards cheering on her favorite team. She also enjoys reading fiction, history, and philosophy, and recently explored historical sites in Greece over spring break.

Her favorite book, Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl, has shaped the way she views life’s purpose and the meaning behind each moment.

If she could choose a superpower, time travel would top her list—both to experience history firsthand and to have unlimited time to create the most engaging and enriching lessons possible for her students.

Thank you, Ms. Bayer, for your dedication, enthusiasm, and the lasting impact you make at Lansdowne Middle School every day!

Lansdowne High School's (3800 Hollins Ferry Rd) Food Pantry will be open and available on the following dates from 2:30-5pm.

5/22, 6/5 and 6/19

Registration for the 12th Annual Baltimore Immigration Summit is now open! Click the button below to be directed to our registration page.

On Friday, May 30, at Towson University, this free, one-day event will bring together activists, service providers, policy makers, scholars, artists, and other Baltimore-based change-makers.

Our theme, Baltimore United: Solidarity and Action in Uncertain Times, will serve as an opportunity to find strength in and solutions through our collective action to champion the rights and dignity of New Americans.

Register for the Immigration Summit

Due to high demand, registering does not guarantee a spot at this time. Attendees will have their registration status confirmed by April 21. We appreciate your patience.

Help Lansdowne Middle School raise funds by donating new, gently worn, or used shoes!
We’re collecting shoes now through June 1st. Every pair helps us earn money to support our students and programs. Shoes may be brought to Room 2.
Clean out your closets and make a difference — thank you for being part of our community’s success! Please contact Ms. Young at syoung6@bcps.org for any questions or more details.

Parents, please read the following tips to make sure your student is prepared for any upcoming tests.

MCAP Math

Gr 6: 5/12 to 5/13

Gr 7: 5/15 to 5/19

Gr 8: 5/21 to 5/22

Please see the information attached on the results from testing our drinking water.

Our Community Schools Facilitator and CARES Liaison, Ms. Carr and Ms. Young, have been hard at work preparing our CARES Closet, which houses non perishable food items, hygiene products, and gently used clothing. Please stop by and see us. If you would like to visit please sign up here https://forms.office.com/r/CmVraFL8s5 or to select a time outside of the open house hours, please email us at dcarr6@bcps.org or syoung6@bcps.org.

If you have items you would like us to have in the CARE Closet, please let us know here: https://forms.office.com/r/3E43AxA5Xt

LMS is here to support our parent community. If you need translation support for job applications, bills or something else, we are here to help. We have a dedicated translator here every Tuesday and Thursday that can support you. Sign up for a time slot here.

We need you! Please consider becoming a Volunteer this year. There will be opportunities to support with events, in classrooms, on field trips and more! Every interested person must complete the BCPS.

*If you are ready to apply now, please go to https://www.bcps.org/cos/communications/FACE/b_c_p_s_volunteers for more information and to get started.

We are committed to to fostering safe and inclusive learning environments where all students thrive—

The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) has identified several resources that may support you:

• Parents/guardians can identify a “standby guardian” to care for their child if they are detained or deported, by completing this Maryland Judiciary form and providing a copy to schools, health care providers, and family members.
  
• Families trying to locate someone who has already been detained, may use the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainee locator.
  
• Legal assistance is available from a variety of sources, including immigration lawyers in private practice, accredited representatives (non-attorneys who assist individuals in immigration proceedings), and legal-aid organizations:

The People’s Law Library of Maryland Immigration Advocates Network

Immigration Advocates Network

• Several immigration organizations have provided guidance related to preparing for and/or responding to immigration action.
• Family Preparedness Plans – Michigan Immigration Rights Center.
• ACLU.
• Immigrant Resource Center.
• USAHello.

PTSA Dues Can now be paid electronically!!!! Please use the QR Code to get your dues paid for this year. We have a meeting this Thursday. See details below.

The PTSA also has a brand new Facebook page. Please join here . We hope to see you at our meetings this year.

Regarding officer nominations: Our May meeting will include officer nominations. To be nominated, you must be a member in good standing who has paid the 2024–2025 dues of $10.00 (see update below). You may nominate yourself or be nominated by someone else. Each nominee must accept the nomination to be added to the ballot for the June meeting. To operate, we require the following positions to be filled:

• President
• Secretary
• Treasurer

The Board of the PTSA at LMS has voted to adjust our meeting schedule. Please note the updated dates and times below:

• Monday, June 2nd at 6:00 PM – General Membership Meeting (Officer Elections)

Discuss new initiatives, fundraisers, and more! Please join the meeting by clicking the "Join the PTA" image.