WOLF WEEKLY

April 21, 2024

Good evening Lake Ridge Middle School Parents/Guardians- 

We’d like to take a moment to thank the 6^th and 7^th grade students for keeping the hallways silent during the IRW testing last week.  As we get closer to the SOL testing dates, we hope to see that same level of courtesy from everyone.

SOL Testing Dates

As a reminder, here is the SOL testing date calendar.  Please keep it in mind if you plan to schedule any appointments for your student(s).  If a student is absent or picked up during any of their tests, they will have to make up the SOL on another day.

• April 30 – Civics & Economics (8^th grade)
• May 1 - Civics & Economics Make-up (8^th grade)
• May 2 – Reading (all grades)
• May 3 – Reading Make-up (all grades)
• May 7 – Mathematics (all grades)
• May 8 – Mathematics Make-up (all grades)
• May 9 – Science (8th grade)
• May 10 – Science Make-up (8th grade)

Final Spirit Week

This week we will have our last spirit week….of April.  We hope to see everyone participating.

• Monday – Earth Day: Wear attire or colors that represent the earth.
• Tuesday – Dreaming of a Peaceful School: Wear loungewear or pajamas.
• Wednesday – We are Wild about Peace: Wear wild or crazy attire.
• Thursday – Hoping for Decades of Peace: Wear things that remind you of your favorite decade.
• Friday – Peace, Love & Hippies – Wear attire that hippies wore. Ex. Socks with sandals, tie-dye, and peace signs.

PTO Meeting, May 1 at 6:00 pm

The next LRMS PTO meeting will be held on May 3 at 6:00 pm. We hope you can join us! Zoom link.

Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week, May 6-10

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is May 6-10! Let's show the LRMS staff how much we appreciate their hard work. We'll be planning special treats for them for the entire week, so we need your help. You can donate items here, or make a monetary donation here. If you would like to volunteer to assist with activities for the week, please email us at [email protected].

LRMS Wolf Crocs Charms

Show your LRMS spirit and purchase a wolf Crocs charm—$5 for one or $8 for two! Place your order here, and they will be delivered to your child’s first-period teacher.

LRMS PTO Board Elections

We are accepting nominations for the 2024-2026 LRMS PTO Board Officers! Officers are elected for a two-year term. If you or someone you know is interested, please fill out the nomination form no later than May 15,. You can view the board descriptions here. If more than one person is nominated for a position, we will have a vote by ballot at the June 5 PTO Meeting

Recruitment Event

PWCS Human Resources is hosting an interview event on Friday, April 26 from 9-11am at 14800 Joplin Road Building 52.  They are looking to hire substitute custodians.  Please see the attached flyer and you can click this link to register.

Participation in Fun Day Activities

As we begin the 4^th marking period, I want to emphasize the importance of maintaining momentum and continuing to work hard, make good decisions, and stay focused on our goals. One goal would be to attend our FUN DAY scheduled for June 5th.  This will be a day filled with laughter, games, and camaraderie. It’s a time for our students to unwind, celebrate their achievements, and create lasting memories. 

Eligibility for attendance-

Academic Standing: To participate in Fun Day, students must maintain academic eligibility. Specifically:

1. • No student can have two or more F’s in their classes during the fourth quarter.
   • Consistent effort and commitment to learning are essential.

 Behavioral Expectations:

1. • Students cannot have any major referrals resulting in out-of-school suspensions during the fourth quarter.
   • Additionally, they must avoid accumulating three or more total referrals leading to after-school detentions or Saturday school.

 Library Standing:

1. • Students must be in good standing with the library. This means no outstanding fines or overdue books.

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All participation is at the discretion of the administrators.  Ineligible students and families will be notified on Friday, May 31st through email.

Athletics

	4/22/24	4/23/24	4/24/24	4/25/24	4/26/24
Softball	Practice 3:15 pm to 5:15 pm	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm	Game vs. Benton - Home @ WSHS ~ 5:15 PM	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm
Girl's Soccer	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm	Game vs. Benton HOME ~5:15 pm	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm
Boy's Track	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm	Meet vs Saunders - HOME ~ 5:15 pm	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm	OFF
Baseball	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm	Game vs. Benton HOME ~ 5:15 pm	Practice 3:05 pm to 5:05 pm

Weather can become a factor during the Spring Season with rain and heat. We will make every attempt to let you know if practices/games are being canceled for the day; otherwise, we plan for practices to be run as scheduled. As space allows, we are often able to move practices indoors. We will make the final call for any cancellations between 1:30 pm and 2 pm.  Please be prepared to move inside, athletes will NOT be permitted to practice in crocs, slides, or other non-backing shoe; sneakers/turf shoes are to be work. Thank you! 

On June 1st, 2024 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Kelly Leadership Center, the Student Athletic and Activities Office is running a Sports Fair that offers information about all the Athletic Opportunities that are offered in Prince William County. Coaches and athletes will be offering information about the programs offered and providing information regarding sign-ups and Athletic Physicals/Concussion Training for the High Schools. (It is different compared to Middle School) 

8^th Grade Athletes: As we are approaching the Spring Season, multiple High School Sports are starting their Spring Off-Season Workouts/Conditioning, Athletes are NOT ALLOWED to participate in these workouts/conditioning sessions until June 8th, 2024. This is a VHSL Regulation and High School Activity Coordinators are aware/monitoring this. 

 

Monday will be a “B” day.

 

Jim Dutrow

Principal

Lake Ridge Middle School

703-494-5154