The Monday Minute
Week of December 12th @ LVMS
We hope everyone had a great weekend!
As we move into mid-December, we have the 6th Grade Social sponsored by the LVMS Student Council, as well as a few "House Wars" Spirit Events coming up. See below for additional information.
Don't forget!
Students will shop at the PTA Sponsored Holiday Shop this week. See the included schedule so students can bring money if they wish to shop.
Holiday Shop Student Schedule
Tues. December 13th: All Grades - House 1 Students
Weds. December 14th: All Grades - House 2 Students
Thurs. December 15th: All Grades - House 3 Students
Fri. December 16th: All Students- During support time
Highlights from Last Week
STUDENT DRINKS: As a reminder, students are ONLY permitted to have refillable water bottles in the classrooms. Energy Drinks (Monster, Red Bull, etc.), Coffee, Hot Chocolate, and other Specialty Drinks are not permitted in the building during the school day.
CYCLE #3 / TRIMESTER #2: Cycle #3 and Trimester #2 started last week. Please see your homeroom teacher or grade level counselor with any specific questions!
ONLINE / CYBER SAFETY ASSEMBLY: Sgt. LaGuerre and Asst. Prosecutor DeNegri presented to all of our students on "Technology Safety" last week. A big Thanks to the LVMS PTA for organizing this presentation.
CONGRATULATIONS BAND, CHOIR, & ORCHESTRA STUDENTS: Last week Band, Choir, & Orchestra students held AMAZING concerts. Special Thank You to Mr. Forrestal and Mrs. Oppel for all of their hard wok in putting on a great show.
Upcoming Dates
DECEMBER
12/13-12/15- PTA Holiday Shop - in School
12/13- WTS BOE Meeting: 7PM
12/14- LVMS PTA Meeting: 7PM
12/16- 6th Grade Social: 3:30 PM - Student Council Hosted
12/16- Mid-Point of Marking Period 2
12/21- Ski Club Student Orientation - in School
12/22- Toys for Tots Benefit Concert
12/23- Pet Therapy Visit #2 (Select PE/RA Classes)
12/23- LVMS Early Dismissal Day
12/23- Quint #2 Ends
12/24-1/2- ALL SCHOOLS CLOSED - Winter Recess
Reminders
LOST AND FOUND: Our Lost & Found bin, found in the front vestibule, is OVERFLOWING! Please check for sweatshirts, jackets, water bottles, lunch boxes, etc. Be aware! Unclaimed items will be donated after Friday, December 23, 2022.
ATTENTION 8TH GRADE STUDENTS AND PARENTS: Please see the section below for information on WMCHS Registration.
TOYS FOR TOTS: Don't forget to donate an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots! All donations are due by 12/16/22. More information included below.
Daily Announcements
LVMS Live - 12/6/22 Broadcast
Attention 8th Grade Parents!
Be on the lookout for high school registration information from West Morris Central High School this month! Online registration directions will be mailed to your home this month from WMCHS. Registration must be completed ELECTRONICALLY by January 27, 2023. Please submit a copy of your student's birth certificate to your student's LVMS homeroom teacher by January 15, 2023.
Attention 6th Grade Students and Parents!
Join us on Friday, December 16th for the 6th Grade Social!
When: Friday, December 16th
Time: 3:30 - 5:30 PM
Tickets: $5 per person - sold during lunch this week (12/12-12/16)
**No tickets will be sold at the door**
Food: Pizza, Snacks, and Drinks will be served
Activities: Karaoke, knock out, nok hockey, ping pong, fooseball, movies
Toys for Tots Holiday Concert!
Guidance Corner
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Mealtime Greetings!
Students will have the opportunity to make Holiday Cards for senior citizens at Heath Village in Hackettstown during Support Periods. Please see Homeroom Teachers or Guidance Counselors for more information.
House Wars Continues!
ATHLETICS - WINTER SPORTS
Check out the LVMS Sports Portal for all schedules / sports team updates.
Any questions can be directed to individual coaches or to Mr. Mitch Schlesinger, LVMS Sports Coordinator
Boys Basketball
The Boys Basketball team will continue their season with two games this week. Today and Thursday they will play away vs. Black River and Bernardsville Middle School. Good Luck!
Team Website: Boys Basketball
Girls Basketball
The Girls Basketball team will continue their season with two games this week. Today and Thursday they will play at home vs. Black River and Bernardsville Middle School. Good Luck!
Team Website: Girls Basketball
PTA Events & Information
Holiday Shop, 12/12-16 - Please Volunteer
The PTA’s Winter Wonderland Holiday Shop is here! Students can shop for holiday gifts during school hours this week. Please consider signing up for a shift as we still need volunteers to help in the shop. Questions? Please contact Jessica Santaiti.
Holiday Shop Student Schedule
Tues. December 13th: All Grades - House 1 Students
Weds. December 14th: All Grades - House 2 Students
Thurs. December 15th: All Grades - House 3 Students
Fri. December 16th: All Students- During support time
PTA December Meeting: Wednesday, 12/14, 7 p.m., LVMS Library
Spirit Wear Orders Are In! Orders will be distributed in school this week by your child’s homeroom teacher. Thank you for your support.
Long Valley Middle School
Website: www.wtschools.org
Location: 51 West Mill Road, Long Valley, NJ, USA
Phone: 908-876-3434