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Lanier Middle School teacher Dr. Jami Friedrich has been named as an Assistant Principal at Lanier High School for the 2026-2027 school year! Congratulations Dr. Friedrich!

🧠 LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL TRIVIA NIGHT

Team up for the ultimate trivia test! Join us for an evening of quizzes, games, and fun for the whole community.

EVENT DETAILS

• Date: Thursday, March 12

  
  

• Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

  
  

• Location: Lanier Middle School

  
  

FOOD & REFRESHMENTS

• Complimentary Popcorn: Provided for all attendees!

  
  

• Drinks: Sodas and water will be available for sale for $1.

  
  

• Picnic Dinner: You are welcome to bring your own picnic dinner to enjoy during the event.

Have you ever thought about coaching? We invite parents to join us on February, 28th @ 6PM for a 30 minute Q&A to learn what it takes to become a Head Coach or Assistant Coach in the LAA football program. No experience required, just a passion for helping kids grow.

Please be advised that Wednesday, March 4th and Thursday, March 5th are Early Release days with student dismissal beginning at 1:20 PM.

• Priority Conferences: Teachers have already reached out to parents where a conference is specifically requested or needed.

  
  

• Open Sign-Ups: On February 27th, we will open any remaining time slots for each team to any parent who would like to schedule a meeting.

  
  

Please check your email or the school portal on the 27th to secure a remaining spot.

Calling all future volleyball stars! Lanier Middle School is hosting an action-packed, 3-day Volleyball Clinic designed specifically for girls in 5th through 8th grade. Whether you’re looking to master your overhand serve or perfect your defensive dig, this is the place to be!

• When: March 24th – March 26th

• Time: 4:15 PM – 6:00 PM

• Where: Lanier Middle School Main Gym

• Cost: $45 total for all three days

• Registration: Secure your spot today! Payments are accepted exclusively via My Payments Plus.

Ferguson Elementary School and Sigma Omicron Zeta invite you to the Second Annual Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, March 28, 2026! From 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, come out for a day dedicated to feeling your best. This event is completely free and features a wide range of essential services, including:

• Free Screenings: Breast, prostate, and bone density screenings, plus general health information.

• Preventative Care: On-site vaccines to keep you and your family protected.

• Community Resources: Connect with local vendors and health experts.

Note: While the event is free, pre-registration is required for all screenings. Scan the QR code in the flyer to secure your spot today!

Calling all hoopers in grades 5–8! Whether you’re looking to sharpen your jump shot or master your crossover, the Lanier Basketball Clinic is the place to be this April. Join us in the main gym for three days of high-energy drills, skill-building, and competitive fun designed to take your game to the next level.

The Fast Break Details:

• Who: Boys & Girls in Grades 5–8

• When: April 14th – April 16th

• Time: 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM

• Where: Lanier Middle Gym

• Cost: $45

How to Join: Don’t miss the buzzer! Registration is open now through My Payments Plus. The deadline to sign up is April 13th, so secure your spot on the court today!

Students: Want to Win a Pair of Beats?

It’s time to turn up the volume on your success! Starting February 2nd and running through the end of the month, we are looking for the best of the best. We love seeing our students shine, and we want to reward that amazing behavior! ❤️

How do you get in on the giveaway? It’s simple—stay on top of your game by following all school and classroom expectations. That means a clean record with:

• Zero STEPs

• No Referrals

The Reward: Every student who stays "incident-free" through the end of February will be officially entered into our grand prize drawing. We aren't just giving away one pair—we are giving away one pair of Beats per grade level!

Keep making great choices, stay focused, and you could be walking away with some brand-new tech. Let’s have an incredible February!

All Georgia High School students are eligible for Dual Enrollment if they meet the following criteria:

• Student is in 10th grade orhigher*
• Student attends a participating high school (public and private schools may participate).
• Homeschool students are also eligible.

Learn more about the Dual Enrollment program

We are looking forward to another outstanding semester and thank you for your continued support! LMS is sponsoring an attendance challenge from January 5th through March 16th. The Homeroom in each grade with the highest attendance percentage will win a Donut Party.

The Atlanta Charity Medical Clinic will be offering free medical services. This Clinic is only for uninsured and underinsured patients. Consultations will only be for Chronic conditions. Patients with acute problems will have to go to the ER. Lastly, No narcotics prescriptions will be given. You can register by going to the website, scanning the QR code, or filling out a paper form.

Yearbook prices will continue to increase at the end of each month. Please consider purchasing your yearbook as soon as possible to avoid the extra cost.

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

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.

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!