Tiger Times Newsletter
September 7th - September 11th
Pleasant Lea Middle School
Address: 630 SW Persels Rd Lee's Summit, MO 64081
Phone: 816-986-1175
Attendance Phone: 816-986-1177
Office Hours: 7:45am - 3:45pm
School Hours: 8:20am - 3:15pm
Late Start Friday Hours: 9:20am - 3:15pm
Early Release Hours: 8:20am - 12:45pm
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No School Monday, September 7th
KC Swagger Online Spirit Wear Sale!
Fresh designs are here for the new school year! Add a little Swagger to your spirit wear collection and show off your Tiger pride. A portion of each sale is donated to PLMS.
ORDER ONLINE
https://kcswaggershop.com/collections/plms
DEADLINE
Sunday, September 20th, at 11:59 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE
Use discount code PICKUP to remove shipping fees and have your order delivered at school. The box for the discount code is after you enter shipping information. In the notes section don’t forget to include student name and advisory teacher. Completed orders will be ready the week of October 6th.
QUESTIONS?
Email the Swagger Team at info@kcswaggershop.com or text 816.305.9225.
💛 We’re Nearing the Home Stretch of the PLMS Tigers Together Fundraiser! 💛
Thanks to the generosity of our PLMS families and business sponsors, we have raised approximately 25% of our $20,000 goal, but we still need your help to reach the finish line!
We work hard to limit the number of fundraising requests families receive throughout the school year, which is why Tigers Together is our biggest fundraiser of the year. The fundraiser runs through September 13th, and every contribution helps support student success, enhance learning opportunities, and strengthen our school community through events and activities.
Our students who have participated in the fundraiser had a great time spinning the prize wheel this week! We are looking forward to drawing the winners for our Beats, Speakers and Hydrojugs next week!
Together, we can make a difference for our students! For more information or to participate, please visit the PLMS website, your Parent PowerSchool account, or the links below.
Congratulations SMART Clubs
Lee’s Summit Cares is gifting $375 to each of the four middle school SMART Clubs! This generous donation will help support student-led initiatives and make a positive impact in our middle schools.
Girls Intramural Volleyball
🏐 ATTENTION ALL GIRLS! 🏐
Interested in Intramural Volleyball? Come join us for an informational meeting!
📅 Thursday, September 10th
⏰ During Advisory
📍 Library
Want to play? JOIN US ON SportsYou!
🔑 Team Code: 2NNNS-LPJY
Come learn more, meet the team, and get ready to VOLLEY! 🏐🔥
Explore Two Iconic Cities NYC & DC
🗽 Explore NYC & Washington, DC!
Interested in joining our June 2027 student trip to New York City and Washington, DC? We’re hosting a parent information meeting on Wednesday, September 23 at 6:00 p.m.
Parents and guardians interested in the trip are encouraged to attend to learn more about the itinerary, travel details, and payment options.
With flexible payment plans and an exciting itinerary, this is an experience your student won’t want to miss!
Parent Meeting:
📅 Wednesday, September 23
🕕 6:00 p.m.
Come learn more and start planning an unforgettable adventure!
Upcoming NWEA Testing - Sept 8th
🐯 NWEA Testing: Upcoming Dates
NWEA testing continues! Students will take the ELA assessment on Tuesday, September 8th.
To help your student feel prepared and ready to do their best, please make sure they:
- 😴 Get a good night’s sleep
- ⏰ Arrive at school on time
- 💻 Bring a fully charged Chromebook
- 🥣 Eat a good breakfast
Thank you for helping our Tigers feel confident, prepared, and ready to ROAR! 🐯💛
MAP Scores
Please note: MAP scores will be sent home within the first three weeks of school. These scores will provide information about your child’s academic progress and help us identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth.
Car Rider and Pick Up Procedures
Due to construction, our parent drop-off and pick-up procedures have changed this year. Please keep the following in mind:
Cars: Enter using the new road off Persels on the south side of campus. Students will be dropped off on the south side of the building. Cars will then follow the designated route around campus and exit onto Tiger Terrace. The car rider doors will open at 8:05 am.
Buses: Buses will use the dedicated bus lane at the school’s main entrance. Bus numbers, pick-up locations, and pick-up times will be available in PowerSchool under “Bus Information.” The bus rider doors will open at 8:10 am.
For student safety: Please follow the designated traffic route and do not drop students off on the street or at Pleasant Lea Elementary.
Tiger Smarts Club
Get Involved with Tiger Smart!
Tiger Smart is a student organization dedicated to making healthy, drug-free choices while promoting friendship, leadership, and good citizenship. Members take part in monthly meetings, fun activities, and community events that encourage positive choices and a strong school community.
Want to get involved? Join us on SportsYou using code 5J2J–Z6CH.
📅 First Meeting: Thursday, September 10
⏰ Time: 7:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Cafeteria
Come be part of something positive and make an impact!
We hope you are enjoying a fun-filled Summer. Your 26-27 PTA Board is excited to begin a new school year filled with learning, growth, and opportunities to connect as a school community. We invite you to join the PTA and become an active part of our school community. Your participation helps us provide valuable resources, family engagement opportunities, and memorable experiences for our students.
Cost to Join PTA:
$25 per family
$10 teachers
$100 business
Questions? Email LSPLMSPTA@gmail.com
Event Information
Welcome to Construction Corner, your go-to spot for the latest updates on PLMS construction! Check back each week for news, progress, and important information as we build for the future.
Family Support Resources
If you or someone you know have any questions about resources, student therapy referrals, or any problem solving assistance, please click the student support bar and check out the guides below.
PLMS Lunch
My School Bucks
Add money to your students lunch account here.
Nutrition Services
Contact Dana Long at 816-986-2204 or dana.long@lsr7.net
Support Students and Strengthen Community
A special thank you to our PLMS business sponsors! We encourage you to check out and support these amazing local businesses. We are grateful for their generous support of Pleasant Lea Middle School and our Tigers!
If you are interested in becoming a PLMS Business Sponsor, please reach out to Dr. Cunningham at shannon.cunningham@lsr7.net.