This Week at Lilburn Middle School

• Dr. Irish's message

Greetings, LMS Families!

We hope you had a restful weekend and a smooth Digital Learning Day! Our students and staff continue to show fantastic energy and focus as we move deeper into the fall semester.

This week brings several exciting opportunities to gather as a school community—from our Title I Annual Parent Meeting to our Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration! We are so grateful for your continued involvement and partnership in making Lilburn Middle School a wonderful place for our students to learn and grow.

Here is what you need to know for the week ahead:

Academic & Family Meetings

• Wednesday, September 23: Title I Annual Parent Meeting (Virtual) — Join us online to learn more about our Title I programs, resources, and how we partner together to support student achievement.
• Thursday, September 24: Progress Reports Distributed — Look out for your child's progress report coming home today! Use this as a great check-in point to review accomplishments and areas for growth together.

Special Events & Celebrations

• Thursday, September 24 (5:30 PM – 7:30 PM): Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration! Join us on campus for an evening honoring the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of our Hispanic community with music, displays, and festivities!
• Saturday, September 26: ESOL Family Fun Day — A fantastic event for our multilingual families to connect, engage, and enjoy fun activities together.

Athletics, Clubs & Fundraisers

• Starting Tuesday, September 22: Cross Country Fundraiser Kickoff — Support our Mustang runners as they launch their week-long fundraiser!
• Tuesday, September 22: Morning Connections Tutoring (8:15 AM). We encourage all students to take advantage of tutoring with their teacher. Before and After-School Clubs: Chess Club, Gear Up Healthcare Science, & Environmental Club
• Wednesday, September 23: Morning Math & Social Studies Tutoring (8:15 AM). We encourage all students to attend tutoring with their teacher. Campus Life (8:00 AM) and Student Council after school.
• Thursday, September 24: Morning Language Arts & Science Tutoring (8:15 AM). Please encourage your child to attend tutoring.
• Friday, September 25: Meadowcreek High School Football Cluster Night vs. Heritage HS (Come out and support our cluster!)
• Saturday, September 26: Cross Country County Championships at Murphy Middle School and JLC Raider Meet at Grace Snell MS

Celebrating Constitution Week (September 17–23)

This week, our social studies classes are joining schools nationwide in celebrating Constitution Week! Students are engaging in interactive lessons exploring the U.S. Constitution, learning about the foundations of our government, and discussing what it means to be an active, responsible citizen. All LMS 8th grade students have received a pocket constitution for their reference.

Updated iReady Assessment Window

Please note that the district has updated the schedule for our iReady Middle of the Year (MOY) Assessment. The testing window has been moved to November 30 through December 11. Specific testing dates for Lilburn Middle School students will be communicated as we get closer to the window.

District & Community Updates

Annual AKS Curriculum Public Review (Final Days: Ends Sept 24)

This is the final week for GCPS families and community members to review and provide feedback on proposed updates to the Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) curriculum. Comments are open online through Thursday, September 24. Please visit the GCPS district website to view the standards and share your input.

Upcoming Personal Safety Curriculum Update

GCPS will implement the Monique Burr Foundation Personal Safety Curriculum for the 2026–27 school year, replacing the previous Teen/Child Lures program. This research-backed program provides age-appropriate lessons on personal safety, digital responsibility, and healthy relationships taught by trained school counselors. More detailed information has been shared by the LMS counseling team.

Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership. We hope to see many of you at our Virtual Title I Meeting on Wednesday and our Hispanic Heritage Celebration on Thursday evening! Have a wonderful week!

Sincerely,

Your Proud Principal

Dr. Nicole Irish

Families are invited to join us virtually for Lilburn Middle School’s Annual Title I Parent Meeting on Wednesday, September 23 from 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Families will learn more about our Title I program, family engagement opportunities, and resources available to support students and families.

Hispanic Heritage Month continues at Lilburn Middle School, and this is a big week for our celebration!

On Thursday, September 24, students are encouraged to participate in Traditional Dress Day by wearing clothing that represents their culture or heritage. That evening, families are invited to join us for our Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration from 5:30–7:30 p.m.

The celebration will include student performances, music, food, cultural activities, and opportunities to celebrate the many cultures represented within our LMS community.

Families who would like to volunteer, contribute, or help with the celebration may contact Michael Doyne at michael.doyne@gcpsk12.org or 404-683-3445 by phone, text, or WhatsApp.

LMS students are invited to participate in our Hispanic Heritage Month Student Art Contest celebrating this year’s theme, “Unidos, Somos Más. Together, We Are More.”

Students may submit original drawings, paintings, collages or mixed media, digital art, or photography inspired by Hispanic and Latino culture, heritage, traditions, people, experiences, or communities. AI-generated artwork will not be accepted.

Each entry should include the artwork title, student name and grade, and a brief artist statement explaining the connection to the theme.

Entries are due Wednesday, October 7.

Prizes:
🥇 1st Place: $50 Walmart gift card
🥈 2nd Place: $30 Walmart gift card
🥉 3rd Place: $20 Walmart gift card

Traditional artwork may be submitted to Mr. Doyne in the Family Engagement Center (Room 8.192).

Families and community members can support Helping Hands Ending Hunger at no cost by sharing feedback about companies through HundredX Causes.

Each completed opinion can generate up to $1, with each participant able to generate up to $75 for the program. Participants can also qualify for gift-card raffles, with the first milestone deadline on September 22.

To get started:

• Visit: https://bit.ly/HXC-HHEH-26

• Scan the QR code on the flyer

• Or text “HHEH” to 90412

See the flyers below for complete details, incentives, and deadlines.

Lilburn Middle School will offer free English classes for parents and caregivers of GCPS students. Registration and placement testing will be held Wednesday, October 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Family Engagement Center. Classes begin Saturday, October 31, and will meet Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Lilburn Middle School Cross Country team had a strong day at Saturday’s Wingfoot XC Classic, with 13 runners posting new 2-mile-equivalent personal records.

Sixth grader Alonso led the boys with a 3K time of 13:19.7, lowering his own LMS 6th-grade school record and moving to #2 on the program’s all-time boys list. Folake once again led our girls, and several other runners moved up the LMS all-time grade-level rankings.

Congratulations to Aaron, Abel, Alexander, Alonso, Anthony, Bella, Dylan, Evelyn, Genesis, Kenneth, Kiyomi, Miranda, and Zariah on their new personal records!

Next Saturday, September 26, the Mustangs will compete in the first-ever GCPS Middle School Cross Country Championships at Murphy Middle School, where LMS will also recognize its 8th-grade runners Aaron, Allison, Folake, Kiyomi, and Paige.

🏁 County Championship Meet Information

📸 View Wingfoot Photos

🏁 View Wingfoot Results

Regular, on-time attendance makes a difference. Please help your student arrive at school on time each day and attend every class. If your child must be absent, be sure to follow LMS attendance procedures and stay in communication with the school.

Don't miss out on the memories! Yearbooks are now on sale. Reserve your copy today and celebrate the 2026-27 school year with photos, events, and special moments from Lilburn Middle School.

Order Your LMS Yearbook

Families can view and order student school pictures online through BPI Photography. Printed proof sheets are not sent home for students who did not purchase a picture package.

View & Order School Pictures

Lilburn Middle School will participate in our Great Days of Service Food Drive October 5–9. Families are invited to donate canned goods, beans, rice, and personal care items. Students may bring donations to their Grade Level Academy, or families may drop them off at the Parent Center. All donations will benefit Lilburn Cooperative Ministry.

LMS offers a variety of clubs and activities to help students explore interests, develop leadership skills, serve their community, and connect with other students. Our online club information is currently being updated, so we will share opportunities here as meeting information becomes available.

Campus Life

Campus Life meets Wednesdays from 8:00–8:45 a.m. in the Old Gym. Students can participate in interactive games, activities, open gym, community-building, and encouraging conversations about relevant topics. The club is free, and snacks are provided.

Permission is requested for participation.

Register for Campus Life.
School Contact: Michael Doyne, michael.doyne@gcpsk12.org

Chess Club
Tuesdays at 8:15 a.m.
Room 8.192
Contact: Christ.Ponraj@gcpsk12.org
Open to students of all experience levels. Students should pick up a permission form from an academy office.

Crochet Club
Thursdays at 8:15 a.m.
Sponsors: Ms. Checkwood and Ms. Constantino
Contact: Jennifer.Checkwood@gcpsk12.org

Environmental Club
Tuesdays after school until 6:00 p.m.
Family Engagement Center/LMS Garden

Contact: Michael Doyne, michael.doyne@gcpsk12.org

GoSTEM Club

Mondays after school, 4:30–6:00 p.m.

GoSTEM is underway! Students interested in joining should turn in an application to their grade-level academy.

This free program, offered in partnership with Georgia Tech, includes weekly STEM activities and lessons, college and career exploration, mentorship from Georgia Tech students, and a spring field trip to Georgia Tech.

Contact: Ms. Erin Luna at erin.luna@gcpsk12.org

Mustangs United Student Council Leadership

Interested in Student Council? Student Council members will meet on Wednesdays after school. Student Council executive leadership campaign activities and elections will take place throughout September.

Sponsors: Dr. Maymmie Seivright, D.J. Johnson, Egline Cherono, and M. Fatima
Contact: Maymmie.Seivright@gcpsk12.org

Readers Rally
Thursdays at 8:15 a.m.
Sponsors: Ms. Checkwood and Ms. MacDaniel

Contact: Jennifer.Checkwood@gcpsk12.org

Yearbook Photography Opportunities

Students interested in helping photograph school events throughout the year can join the Yearbook Google Classroom. Students in the Classroom will receive information about upcoming photography opportunities, with Creator Team members receiving priority for assignments.
Google Classroom code: hmnd5ujd

Sunday, September 20

• Yom Kippur begins at sundown

Monday, September 21
• Yom Kippur

September 22–29: Cross Country Fundraiser

Wednesday, September 23
• Title I Annual Parent Meeting, 10:30–11:30 AM, virtual

Thursday, September 24
• Progress Reports distributed
• Hispanic Heritage Month Traditional Dress Day
• Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration, 5:30–7:30 PM
• Final day of GCPS AKS Curriculum Review

Friday, September 25
• Meadowcreek HS Football vs. Heritage HS, Cluster Night, 7:30 PM

Saturday, September 26
• Cross Country: County Championships
• JLC Raider Meet at Grace Snell MS
• ESOL Family Fun Day, 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Music and dancing, obstacle relay races, face painting, soccer, water balloons, giveaways, and family activities.

View the Full LMS Calendar

Monday, September 28
• Basketball Tryouts Begin

Tuesday, September 29
• Connections Tutoring, 8:15–8:45 a.m.
• Chess Club, 8:15–8:50 a.m.
• Environmental Club, 4:30–6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, September 30
• Campus Life, 8:00–8:45 a.m.
• Math & Social Studies Tutoring, 8:15–8:45 a.m.
• Student Council, 4:30–6:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 1
• Principal Appreciation Month begins
• Language Arts & Science Tutoring, 8:15–8:45 a.m.

Friday, October 2
• Mustang Mania during Connections

Saturday, October 3
• Cross Country: Alexander / BSN Invitational

View the Full LMS Calendar

Use ParentVUE to view your student’s schedule, grades, assignments, attendance, report cards, and bus information. Families can use the ParentVUE mobile app or access ParentVUE online.

This week’s word is hapless, an adjective meaning unlucky.

Example: “The hapless student arrived at school only to realize he had left his project at home.”

Ask your student to use hapless in a conversation or in their writing this week.

A few quick ideas for supporting your middle schooler at home this week:

• Make math a daily habit. Encourage your student to spend a little time on math each day, work through sample problems, and carefully check completed work.

• Help your student take better notes. Suggest starting each class with a fresh page, leaving room to add details later, and using diagrams or other visuals when they help explain an idea.

• Make procrastination easier to overcome. Encourage your student to get started even when they are not in the mood. Positive self-talk and simply beginning the task can help build momentum.
  
  

See more family eTIPS for this week.

There are many ways families, friends, neighbors, businesses, and community members can support Lilburn Middle School this year.

Join the PTSA: Membership is open to everyone, including parents, guardians, students, relatives, friends, neighbors, and community members. First create an account through Totem, then complete your $10 membership payment. Volunteering is not required to become a member.

Join the Lilburn Middle School PTSA

Volunteer at LMS: We are looking for family and community volunteers to help with PTSA activities, school programs, events, and other opportunities throughout the year.

Become a Business Partner: Local businesses and organizations can support LMS students and staff through our Business Partner Program.

Learn More About the LMS Business Partner Program

Other Ways to Support LMS:

• Box Tops for Education
• Kroger Community Rewards

For more information about PTSA membership, volunteering, or becoming a Business Partner, contact Michael Doyne at michael.doyne@gcpsk12.org or 404-683-3445 by phone, text, or WhatsApp.

Breakfast is available at no charge to all Lilburn Middle School students during the 2026–27 school year.

Lunch prices are:

• Full price: $2.75

• Reduced price: $0.40

• No charge for students approved for free meals

Families can view the daily breakfast and lunch selections online.

Corners Outreach offers an after-school program for middle and high school students focused on academic support, leadership, skill development, and preparation for future opportunities.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2:30–6:00 p.m.
Cost: $120 per family
Transportation: Available for $20 per month

Families may register Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. at:

Corners Outreach
1854 Shackleford Ct.
Norcross, GA 30093

Questions: 678-896-6978

Mixtura Clubhouse offers free after-school programming for young people ages 11–17, including mentoring, family activities, transportation, life-skills development, recreation, and community activities.

Location: 6500 McDonough Dr., Suite D9, Norcross
Contact: 770-862-4886 or 470-618-7429 | mixtura@vphealth.org
Learn more about Mixtura Clubhouse

The 54th Annual Lilburn Daze will be held on Saturday, October 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Lilburn City Park.

The family-friendly community event will feature arts and crafts, food trucks, kids’ activities, live entertainment, and the Doggy Dazzle Paw-Rade benefiting the Gwinnett Humane Society.

Proceeds from Lilburn Daze help support community service projects organized by the Lilburn Woman’s Club, including scholarships and other programs benefiting local families and students.

See the flyer below for additional details.

The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office will host its 6th Annual Thanksgiving Food Giveaway on Friday, November 6, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, 2405 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville.

For more information, contact the Community Outreach Unit at 770-619-6795 or GCSOCommunityOutreach@gwinnettcounty.com.

See the flyer below for additional information, including volunteer and donation opportunities.

Gwinnett County Public Schools has published the 2026–2027 and 2027–2028 school year calendars.
View GCPS School Year Calendars

You can also view the LMS School Calendar for school events, activities, and important dates.
View the LMS School Calendar

The 2026–2027 PTSA Reflections theme has been announced:

“What My Culture Means to Me”

Students interested in dance choreography, photography, film production, literature, music composition, and visual arts are encouraged to begin thinking creatively about this year’s theme. Additional information will be shared in the coming weeks.

Find support for academics, emotional wellness, high school planning, and more.

Visit the LMS Counselors’ Resource Page

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🙏 Mustang Community Thank Yous

• Thank you to Josette James for supporting Relay for Life.

• Thank you to Lesbia Gonzalez-Tellez for helping with Environmental Club.

• Thank you to Yoselin Rodas-Quezada for taking photos at our Cross Country meet.

• A special thank you to Solange Arcoverde and Rosie Nguyen for their major support of our Book Fair, and to all of the other volunteers who helped make it successful.

• Thank you to Aissatou Belfrom for supporting our PTSA.

• Thank you to Merlin Moreno-Medrano and Hanny Arzu Guillen for providing interpretation at our Basketball Parent Meeting.

• Thank you to Nevir Garcia, also known as “Theatre Grandpa,” for supporting our theatre program with video and photography.

• Did we miss someone who supported LMS this week? Please let us know so we can recognize them in a future newsletter. We are grateful for everyone who contributes to the LMS community.

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