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Living in the city of Sugar Hill provides our students with some "sweet" opportunities. Lanier Middle School is once again launching this program that leverages our students' pride for Sugar Hill by transforming this pride into actionable service - "Building Community through Service".

The first opportunity will be the Shore Sweep at Lake Lanier on September 20th. Please see the Community Service Program on the Lanier Middle School website for further details.

Click the image below for more information about the Sweep and registration

What is one thing you could do without stopping?

To help your teen succeed in school, think of the word STUDY. S is for schedule. Help your teen learn to use time effectively. T is for team. Work with your teen, the teachers and the school counselor to develop an education plan. U is for use a daily planner. Your teen should write everything in it. D is for define weaknesses. Urge your student to work with the teachers on ways to overcome them. Y is for you, your teen's greatest advocate.

Longhorn Volleyball is back in action as Lanier hosts the Lions of Hull MS. Game time is 6 PM.

Our Longhorns travel over to North Gwinnett on Wednesday to face the Bulldogs at 6 PM

Join Art Club today to make a creative impact on our school and our community! Permission forms are located right outside the Art Classroom and are also linked on the LMS website under the Clubs tab. Our first meeting will be on Thursday, August 28 at 4:15. Permission slips MUST be turned in to stay after school.

All Pro Dad will begin its monthly meetings beginning Friday, August 29. Mark your calendars now an be part of a fantastic group of dedicated Dad's. Meetings start at 7:15 AM Breakfast is available for $5 a family.

To kick off the start of the college football season, Lanier Middle School will once again participate in our annual College Colors Day. We encourage students to wear their favorite college team apparel (school appropriate) on Friday, August 29th.

Fall Picture Day is Friday, September 5th. Parents, be on the lookout for order forms coming home with your child. You can pay cash or check on picture day, or order online by clicking on the image below or using the provided QR code.

Cross Country and Volleyball Team pictures will also be taken on September 5th,

Intramurals are a great opportunity for students to have fun and be active before school. Students can participate in as many or as few sessions as is convenient; they are not required to attend every session. Students may not arrive before 8:05 and they MUST arrive by 8:15 to be allowed to enter the gym. Students MUST turn in a permission form before participating.

Semester 1 Intramurals begin Tuesday, September 2nd.

Students MUST turn in a permission form before being allowed to participate.

ParentSquare provides a safe way for district administrators, school principals, teachers, staff, and parents to receive and send information, such as:

• Weather-related closings & delays
• School and class information
• Share pictures and files
• See calendar items
• Upcoming class activities

Set up and preference information here

Becoming a member of the PTSA is one of the easiest ways to support LMS! Your membership helps fund important programs, events, and resources that directly benefit students, teachers, and the school community. Joining the PTSA does not mean you have to attend meetings or join the board. It's simply a way to show your support and stay connected. Every membership makes a difference!

Join PTSA: Click HERE

Purchase Spirit Wear: Click HERE

Make a Difference: Click HERE

Full-time residents of Gwinnett County, 65 or older, are eligible to receive a Lifetime Senior Citizen Sports Pass from the Gwinnett County School District. The Sports Pass is valid for admission to any Gwinnett County Public School-sponsored middle or high school sporting event, including Fine Arts events taking place at a local GCPS school.


The Sports Pass cannot be used to attend regional or state playoff games.

From the student handbook: "Bus Passes: To ride any bus other than their own, students must have a pass issued through the grade-level office. These are assigned only for emergency situations. Students must bring their request for a bus pass to the grade-level office upon arrival for approval. These emergency requests must include the student’s full legal name, parent contact information, and the name, address, and contact information of the person receiving the student as contact must be made with this individual prior to issuing a bus pass."

Are you creative, organized, and ready to help capture the memories of this school year? Pick up a Yearbook Team Application in the Media Center today!

Dear GCPS Middle and High School Students,

Are you ready to speak up, lead change, and represent your school? We want to hear from YOU!

As a member of SSAC, you’ll meet directly with Interim Superintendent Dr. Taylor and other student leaders from across Gwinnett to:

• Share your ideas and opinions
• Talk about real issues affecting students
• Help shape the future of GCPS

This is your chance to grow as a leader, connect with others, and make your voice count!

Apply through the Student Portal between August 7–26.
Deadline for applications: Tuesday, August 26, at 10 p.m.

Don’t miss this chance to make a difference. GCPS is listening—are you ready to speak up?

Learn more on our website at: https://www.gcpsk12.org/SSAC

Parents now have the option to be notified in the ParentVUE mobile app if their student’s grade falls below a preset threshold. Follow this link for more information.

• Opened July 22nd
• Free and reduced-price lunch applications play a crucial role in securing school funding and resources for our students. Please complete an application, even if you are unsure of your eligibility, to help us maximize support for our school community.
• Only students with approved applications will receive free or reduced lunch for the 2025-26 school year.
• All families must reapply each year.

At Lanier Middle School, mornings are an excellent opportunity for students to receive extra support in their core subjects. With that in mind, for the 2024-2025 school year we will target each core content area on a specific day of the week. If your student needs additional support or needs assistance in a Connection class, they can see their content teacher to arrange an additional day that works with the teachers morning schedule. In order for students to attend morning tutoring, they need to arrive at 8:05 AM.

During the 2024–2025 school year (effective July 1), GCPS implemented fines for any lost or damaged Chromebooks and power cords.

Please take a moment to talk with your student about the importance of properly caring for the school-issued equipment. Keeping devices in good condition helps avoid unnecessary charges and ensures they’re ready for learning every day.

*A device could have multiple damaged components such as broken hinges as well as a cracked screen, this would result in a fine of $50. $25 for each damaged component.

Keep up to date with all the great things happening at Lanier Middle School by joining our social media platforms. See the Bottom Banner of this newsletter for Links to our Twitter, Facebook pages OR see the "Let's Be Social" section of the Lanier MS Homepage for links to all our social platforms including Instagram and our YouTube Channel. It is here you will see many more pictures and videos of all the activities and events happening here at LMS!