Lewisville Middle School

Join us for the 2025 class 8th grade recognition ceremony, Tuesday, May 20th, 2025. ------- @ Reynolds Auditorium from 10-11:30 am -------- Ticket required for entry. 4 tickets assigned per student (because of venue capacity). --------- More info: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGmUaU0SD0/CDLOqt1ducASsy9nwr4ugQ/view?utm_content=DAGmUaU0SD0&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h2db7a32fd5

WS/FCS is encouraging families to sort out their bus stops for next school year early to make sure everything is in order before the May 30 deadline. Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/2134681. #wsfcs

The Board of Education recognized schools that earned Superior ratings at this year's Music Adjudication Performances during their latest meeting. MPA is a performance test for band, chorus, and orchestra programs that gives teachers and students feedback and a rating, with Superior ratings as the highest achievement. Atkins, Diggs-Latham, Hanes, Lewisville Middle, Mount Tabor, Reagan, Walkertown High, and West Forsyth all earned the distinction this year. Eight music teachers accepted recognitions from the board on behalf of hundreds of students in their programs. Congratulations to our district's many talented musicians! #wsfcs

The Board of Education presented 12 schools with Clean and Green Awards during their latest meeting. The Clean and Green Initiative, a partnership with Keep Winton Salem Beautiful and the Garden Club Council, encourages schools to reduce litter, provide environmental education, and beautify their campuses. Well done, everyone! #wsfcs

Congratulations to our May Leaders and Changers! 6th grade - Gabriela De La Cruz 7th grade - Saylor Bowen, Christian Mitchell, & Italy Robaina 8th grade - Sadie Batista, Merry Beal, Vincent Craig, Scarlette Crawford, Kaius Sloan, & Kaiden Zheng ------ These students were selected by their teachers because they exemplified the traits of a leader or a changer. A leader is someone who can inspire or motivate others. A world changer is someone who uses their talents, skills, and passions to make LMS and its community a better place.

Congratulations to Ms. Fanning, 7th grade ELA Teacher, the May Teacher of the Month, as voted on by the students! Congratulations to Ms. Mitchell, EC Teacher, the May Staff of the Month, as voted on by the LMS Staff!

LMS will be collecting ALL student devices after testing on Thursday, May 15, 2025. They will turn their devices in to their homeroom teacher immediately following their test. --- What to bring: 1. Chromebook (free of stickers or markings) 2. case 3. charger (USB-C) 4. Hotspot (if one was issued to you) --- If your student does not have these items to return, you will have to pay to replace it. Costs: Chromebook = $231.50, case = $20, USB-C charger = $30. ---- If you have questions, you may email Ms. Dockery at eedockery@wsfcs.k12.nc.us ------- IF your student is in 8th grade and taking the foreign language exam on Friday, May 16th, their device will be collected immediately after that exam.

Parents/Guardians: Please ask your student if they have any library books at home! ALL library books are due back by Friday, May 16th! Thank you!

Congratulations to our Battle of the Books team for placing 2nd in the state competition!! --- After finishing 1st in the district and 1st in the region, the MBOB team competed against 8 other regions in the state competition. The point difference between 1st and 2nd place was only 4 points! Team members: Claire, Emersan, Gabi, Harper, Isabel, Joanna, Kait, Lara, Lorelai, Mia, Mya, and Sophie -- Coaches: Ms. Dockery & Ms. Hooke ---------- A team of 12 BOB members read from a list of 20 books, some books several times. Then 6 team members at a time compete against other schools to answer questions about the book. They earn points for answering with the title and author of the book and can earn extra points if they get the other team’s question correct too. Our LMS BOB team has gotten 1st place in the district, 3 years in a row. 1st place in Region 5, 3 years in a row. 2nd in the state in 2023. 1st in the state in 2024. 2nd in the state in 2025.

Congratulations to Mr. Elliott, PE Teacher, the April Teacher of the Month, as voted on by the students! Congratulations to Ms. Tilley, Cafeteria Supervisory, the April Staff of the Month, as voted on by the LMS Staff!

8th Grade students: The PTSA and LMS 8th grade parents cordially invite you to: A Night in Dubai - Friday, May 2, 2025 from 5:30-7:30 pm in the LMS Gymnasium. ---- Join us for music, dancing, games, and dessert bar. ---- Ticket sales during lunch Monday & Tuesday ---- Tickets $15

April is Poetry Month ---- check out some examples of Blackout Poetry from Mr. Snow's 6th grade ELA classes!

April is Poetry Month ---- check out some examples of Blackout Poetry from Ms. Salcedo's 6th grade ELA classes!

Reminder: No school for students on Friday, April 18, 2025. Students return to school on Monday, April 21, 2025.

Conversations Matter --- Mental Wellness & How to stay safe --- Forsyth County Government, Partners Health Management, the Mental Health Association of Forsyth County, and other stakeholders invite you to a conversation on safety and mental health for the LGBTQIA+ community! ---------- May 14, 2025 @ 6 PM ---- Enjoy refreshments, connect with support, and explore resources --- Join the discussion --- Scan the QR code to register --- SLawrence@partnersbhm.org

We are currently seeking approved volunteers to serve as proctors for our upcoming End of Grade (EOG) testing. ---- 🕖 Arrival Time: 7:00 AM 🕚 Shift Ends: 11:00 AM 📍 Date of Testing: Monday, May 12th, Wednesday, May 14th, and Thursday, May 15th ---- To serve as a proctor, you must be an approved volunteer through WS/FCS. If you are available and meet the volunteer requirements, we would love to have your support! Proctors play a vital role in ensuring a smooth and secure testing environment for our students. ---- For more information or if you have any questions, please contact: Mrs. Hidalgo (Testing Coordinator) 📧 camelendezdehidalgo@wsfcs.k12.nc.us 📞 (336) 866-3032 Thank you for helping us support student success! ----SIGN UP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFJNA7l3Og2fezauQRilyeNANNizx0GgTJBJluADTPUqdp9w/viewform

Congratulations to Dominick De La Cruz for being selected to the ALL-STATE JAZZ BAND! ------ He had a very successful weekend at All State Jazz! Dominick played great and had tons of drum solos throughout the concert.

Lewisville Middle Schoolers--- We, and our animals, are so thankful for your amazing gifts! Big Thanks -- Watauga Humane Society

Congratulations to our March Leaders and Changers! 8th grade - Caroline Slate, Frannie Speziale, Jayden Yennior, Leah Moncur, Nevaeh Gray. These students were selected by their teachers because they exemplified the traits of a leader or a changer. A leader is someone who can inspire or motivate others. A world changer is someone who uses their talents, skills, and passions to make LMS and its community a better place.