LMS Newsletter
June 2026
Message from the Principal
Dear Lakeridge Families:
Itβs hard to believe that we have reached the final month of the 2025-2026 school year. As we head into these last few weeks, our focus is on helping every student finish the year strong, both academically and socially.
During our 8th Grade June Expectations Assembly, I shared a simple message with our students: "Starting strong is good. Finishing strong is epic." While this message was shared with our 8th-grade students as they prepare for high school, it really applies to all of our Hawks. The actions, choices, and effort students demonstrate during these final two weeks will leave a lasting impression and set themselves up for a positive start to the next academic year.
While there are many exciting end-of-year activities ahead, we continue to remind our Hawks to stay engaged in their classes and continue putting in their best effort each day. We appreciate your help in encouraging your child to complete assignments and take advantage of every opportunity to improve his/her grades.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support throughout the school year. Together, we can help our students make the most of these final days and finish the year with a strong sense of accomplishment. We look forward to celebrating a successful school year and wishing our students and families a wonderful summer ahead.
Toby Udager
Principal
Upcoming Dates
Early Release Dates
NWe have two upcoming Early Release dates:
Friday, June 12 - High school graduations
Tuesday, June 16 - Last day of school
EARLY RELEASE SCHEDULE
7:25 - 10:40 am
β Breakfast will be provided
β Lunch will not be provided
π Bus stop drop-off times will be 3 hours and 20 minutes earlier than normal
Student Life
Friday, June 5
Summerfest
Activities: outside games, yard games, free play, field access, concessions ($1-2), spirit store open ($.50-$3), free popcorn and more.
Cost: $5 - Tickets must be purchased in the main office by 12 PM on 6/5
End of Year Activities for All Grades
Thursday, June 4
High School Visits - 8th Grade Only
6th Grade Band Concert | 6:30 PM
Friday, June 5
Spirit Day: Beach Day
8th Grade Band Field Trip
Spirit Assembly (PM)
Monday, June 8
Spirit Day: Soccer Moms & BBQ Dads
Retake & Missing Work Deadline (all grades)
Final Homework Help
Grad Tour Visit
Tuesday, June 9
Spirit Day: Gone Camping
Wednesday, June 10
Spirit Day: Hawkchella Music Festival
Yearbook Distribution
Water Safety Assemblies with Bonney Lake Police Department
Washington State History Awards (2nd semester) - 7th Grade
7th Grade, 8th Grade & Jazz Band Concert
Thursday, June 11
Spirit Day: Watermelon vs. Pineapple
Washington State History Awards (2nd semester) - 8th Grade
Hawk PRIDE Party
IPA Performance Cinderella | 6:30 PM
Friday, June 12 - Early Release 10:40 AM
8th Grade Breakfast - 8th Grade Only
Donuts & Juice provided by PTO
Yearbook Signing
Quarter Awards - 6th & 7th Grades
Field Day
Monday, June 15
8th Grade Celebration - 5th & 6th Periods
Tuesday, June 16 - Early Release 10:40 AM
8th Grade Taking Flight Assembly
8th Graders Are Taking Flight! π¦ Special Activities & Events
Friday, June 12
8th Grade High School Swag, Breakfast, Yearbook Signing & Field Day
During School (Β½ day)
Breakfast & Swag are Generously Provided by LMS PTO
Monday, June 15
8th Grade Celebration
During School: 5th & 6th Periods
Activities: bouncy obstacle courses, cotton candy, popcorn, drinks, games, photobooth, crafts and more.
Generously Provided by LMS PTO
Tuesday, June 16
Take Flight Assembly
Slideshows, live music, talent acts, candy leis & awards
Candy Leis are Generously Provided by LMS PTO
During School (Β½ day)
Video recording of the assembly will be shared with families after the assembly.
Due to significant limitations in seating/space and parking, we are unable to accommodate family attendance during the assembly. After the assembly, a recording will be shared with families to view at home via a shareable, online link.