
LMS families, we have a couple of important announcements. November 10th at 9:30 AM is our Veteran's Day program. If you have a friend or family member who plans to attend, please return their form as soon as possible. Also, Friday, October 30th is the last day to turn in the PTO pizza kit fundraiser. Orders cannot be accepted after Friday. Thank you!
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Lashmeet Matoaka School conducted a practice lockdown drill today.
Please know that this was only a drill, and there was no actual emergency.
These drills are an important part of our school safety procedures. They provide students and staff with opportunities to practice appropriate safety measures and help ensure everyone is prepared in the event of an actual emergency.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff will always be our top priority!
Thank you for your continued support and understanding as we work together to keep LMS a safe place to learn and grow!
Please know that this was only a drill, and there was no actual emergency.
These drills are an important part of our school safety procedures. They provide students and staff with opportunities to practice appropriate safety measures and help ensure everyone is prepared in the event of an actual emergency.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff will always be our top priority!
Thank you for your continued support and understanding as we work together to keep LMS a safe place to learn and grow!
LMS families, don't forget we are celebrating Red Ribbon week this week. Monday is favorite sports team, Tuesday is pajama day, Wednesday is crazy hair day, and Thursday is mismatch day.

LMS Families,
On Friday, October 30, students will participate in a Trunk or Treat here at the school. This is their fall party. Various businesses throughout Mercer County will set up. Students will also be allowed to wear their costumes that day.
We have several suggestions for parents to consider when planning for their child’s costume
• Please select a costume for your child that is easy to walk in and DOES NOT SUPPORT VIOLENCE.
• Pretend blood or play weapons WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.
• Students WILL NOT be able to wear costume masks or come to school with face paint or glitter.
They must follow the guidelines below…
Lashmeet Matoaka’s Costume Guidelines
• No bare midriffs or “revealing” clothing
• Appropriate shoes. Students must wear shoes that are appropriate for gym class.
• You must be able to sit, walk, breathe, see and hear! (No Costume MASKS)
• No glitter or face paint
• No pretend “prop” weapons such as pistols, knives, swords or fake blood!
• No bikes or skateboards, etc.
• No offensive or inappropriate costumes
• Scary costumes are not to be worn. This includes clowns.
Students who wear costumes that do not follow the guidelines above, or the Mercer County Schools dress code, will be asked to remove their costumes. Thank you for your support!
On Friday, October 30, students will participate in a Trunk or Treat here at the school. This is their fall party. Various businesses throughout Mercer County will set up. Students will also be allowed to wear their costumes that day.
We have several suggestions for parents to consider when planning for their child’s costume
• Please select a costume for your child that is easy to walk in and DOES NOT SUPPORT VIOLENCE.
• Pretend blood or play weapons WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.
• Students WILL NOT be able to wear costume masks or come to school with face paint or glitter.
They must follow the guidelines below…
Lashmeet Matoaka’s Costume Guidelines
• No bare midriffs or “revealing” clothing
• Appropriate shoes. Students must wear shoes that are appropriate for gym class.
• You must be able to sit, walk, breathe, see and hear! (No Costume MASKS)
• No glitter or face paint
• No pretend “prop” weapons such as pistols, knives, swords or fake blood!
• No bikes or skateboards, etc.
• No offensive or inappropriate costumes
• Scary costumes are not to be worn. This includes clowns.
Students who wear costumes that do not follow the guidelines above, or the Mercer County Schools dress code, will be asked to remove their costumes. Thank you for your support!
Good afternoon L M S families. Tomorrow for lunch is, BBQ sandwich, assorted chips, steamed mixed vegetables, cole slaw, fruit, and milk. Also, there is Triple Threat Basketball games at the school this evening. Girls will start at 6 and boys at 7. Children 12 and under are free, all others are $5.00. It is cash only, and concessions will be sold for the 5th grade field trip. Thank you, hope you have a great evening.
Good afternoon L M S families. Tomorrow for lunch is Corn dog, baked beans, celery sticks w/Ranch dip, fruit cut, fresh fruit and milk. Also, Friday is National Croc Day, please wear your favorite crocs. Thank you, hope you have a wonderful evening.
Don't forget about our Tidal Wave car wash tickets. You can get a $30 car wash for $10. Money raised will go towards our basketball court.

Good evening LMS families! October 23-29 is Red Ribbon Week. This year's theme is "Be a Hero, Stay Drug Free!" Friday, October 23 is hat day. Monday, October 26 is wear your favorite sports team apparel. Tuesday, October 27 is pajama day. Wednesday, October 28 is crazy hair day and Thursday, October 29 is mismatch day. We can't wait to celebrate red ribbon week with our students!

Good afternoon L M S families. Due to issues with our oven in the cafeteria., we have had to make changes to our lunch menu. We will try to keep you updated daily for the menu. Tuesday for lunch will be, Mike's Cheese Bites, marinara sauce, Caesar salad, corn, mixed fruit, fruit and milk. Sorry for the inconvenience. Thank you, hope you have a great evening.
Join us for the LSIC Stakeholder meeting, which is open the public, on Monday, October 19 at 2:30. This is an opportunity for attendees to make specific suggestions, ask questions, and give input. We hope to see you there!

LMS families, we will be having a stakeholders LSIC meeting on Monday, October 19 at 2:30 in the cafeteria. All parents and community members are invited! We will have a Halloween Dance on October 30 from 2:30-4:00 PM. Students will stay after school for the dance. Pick up will be in the loop starting at 4:00 PM. Admission will be $5. Snack bags are also $5, which include a drink, chips, gummies, and cookies. Pictures will be optional for $5 as well. Kids are allowed to wear a school approved costume; however, gym appropriate shoes are required.

Congratulations to our Science Fair winners Keegan Patrick and Kinslie Lockhart. Both participants will participate in the county Science fair competition.


Good afternoon L M S families. Just a reminder, that picture day is tomorrow. Also, the lunch menu has changed for Friday and Monday. Friday will be Ham & Cheese Croissant with lettuce and tomato, veggies and dip, sun chips, fruit and milk. Monday's lunch will be Mike's Cheese Bites with Marinara sauce, Caesar salad, baked beans, mixed fruit and milk. Thank you, hope you have a great evening.
Parents of fourth grade students, your child can wear their pjs tomorrow as a reward for earning 100 100s in iReady reading and math. Way to go!
LMS families, PTO is sending home information regarding a Little Caesars pizza kit fundraiser. All orders have to be paid and turned in to the school October 30. The top three selling students get to pie a teacher in the face.

LMS families, we have been notified that Routes 19 and 10 has been temporarily closed to do an accident. This may cause delays . We will update you with any changes. Thank you!
Please be advised that Adam Howell’s bus will not be running this afternoon. Please make arrangements to pick up your child or children at dismissal.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
LMS Families,
Our Science Fair will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13! Students in grades 3–5 who wish to participate are welcome to do so.
We are excited to see our students showcase their creativity, curiosity, and love for science! 🔬🧪
Also, tutoring will start this Thursday, after school, for those who have signed up. It is not to late to return your form!
Our Science Fair will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13! Students in grades 3–5 who wish to participate are welcome to do so.
We are excited to see our students showcase their creativity, curiosity, and love for science! 🔬🧪
Also, tutoring will start this Thursday, after school, for those who have signed up. It is not to late to return your form!
LMS families, Friday, October 16, is school picture day. We can't wait to see our Indians looking their best!

