Students will be taking WYTOPP tests this Tuesday and Wednesday. All students will take the ELA (reading) test on Tuesday. On Wednesday, eighth graders will take the science test and seventh graders will take the writing test. Weather permitting, 6th grade students will go outside for field activities on Wednesday. In the case of inclement weather, they will complete other activities in their S4S classes. On Wednesday April 30th, all students will take the math test. We will follow a modified block schedule on testing days and students should report directly to their S4S classes on those days. Students will test with their S4S teachers. Our student leadership team made this video to help students be prepared for WYTOPP.
WYTOPP is important, but it is also just one measure of student learning. We ask that students come well rested, with a charged Chromebook, and give their best effort. Stressing out over the test isn’t helpful and will actually lower performance. Usain Bolt said it best, “Worrying gets you nowhere. If you turn up worrying about how you’re going to perform, you’ve already lost. Train hard, turn up, run your best and the rest will take care of itself.” We’re prepared and we’re going to rock this test!
It’s officially yearbook season. Go to yearbookforever.com to order your copy today. Our yearbook sells out every year. Don’t miss out on your chance to own a piece of history. If you’re not convinced that our yearbook is the best, check out this trailer. Order today.
The 40th Annual Hapi-ness 5K will be held on Saturday, May 17th at 9:00 am. The Happiness 5K began in 1987, started by the 9th grade class of Laramie Junior High School in memory of their classmate, Hapi Patterson, who passed away from leukemia that year. Since then, this event has helped numerous families facing medical challenges and other hardships. This year, we are dedicating proceeds to support an LMS teacher, Mr. Krysl. For those of you that don't know, Mr. Krysl has a brain tumor removed over Christmas Break. Mr. Krysl has given so much to our students, staff, and school and this is our chance to give back. Please return this form with your entry fee to the LMS main office and support what we hope will be the biggest Hapi-ness 5K ever!
The Student Support and Academic Enrichment Program (Title IV-A) is a federal grant that intends to improve student achievement in three different ways. The first area is to provide all students with access to a well-rounded education; the second is to improve school conditions for learning; and the third is to improve the use of technology in schools to improve academic achievement and digital literacy of all students. We are seeking input on how to best utilize Title IV-A funds from stakeholders. Please use this link to provide us with feedback by 4/30/25.
We are excited to celebrate our students’ growth and progress on WYTOPP. Thank you for partnering with us on their educational journey. Make it a great week!
Upcoming Events
4/22 School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
4/23 Administrative Assistants Day
5/5-5/9 Teacher Appreciation Week
5/6 School Nurse Appreciation Day
5/17 40th Annual Hapi-ness 5K