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We are excited to announce our new podcast which was just released on Thursday. In this episode we take a deep dive into the upcoming Basketball and Soccer seasons. Details on required forms, tryout dates, team dues, and the season as a whole are discussed. We also sent out a short video overview via Parent Square on Thursday.

Listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast or on Podbean.

As we close out September's Awareness Month, a friendly competition among the grade levels show that the 6th grade class is leading in all categories. as of this writing there are still a few days for 7th and 8th grade to make a comeback before the end of the month. Attendance does not take a break with the end of September, but rather let the habits formed during the month carry your student through the rest of their academic and personal life.

The Lanier 7th & 8th grade choruses will be performing their Fall Concerts on Wednesday, October 1. Come to Lanier Middle School and enjoy the performance. The concert begins at 6 PM.

Mark your calenda for Friday, October 3rd to come out and be part of a truly great experience. Lanier Middle School all Pro Dads are making a difference. Come be part of it! Things get started a t 7:15 AM.

Longhorn Cross Country runners are back in action Saturday, October 4th as they participate in the Alexander Asics Invitational in Fairburn, Georgia.

Bouckaert Farm

10045 Cedar Grove Rd.

Fairburn, GA 30213

Don't miss the chance to honor your student's journey with a personalized ad in the 8th grade yearbook! Whether it's a heartfelt message, a favorite photo, or a shout-out to their achievements, your tribute will be a lasting memory.

📅 Deadline to purchase: October 15th

Spots are limited—secure yours today and make this milestone unforgettable!

👉 Contact Varsity Yearbook (upper right corner) to create your ad today!

Current 8th grade students from across the district may apply for the SOTA Conservatory Program (audition/portfolio required) and for the SOTA Fellows Program ( no audition; must be eligible for permissive transfer). The deadline to apply is November 30, and auditions will be held January 2, 2026.

Learn more here: https://sota.gcpsk12.org/

Gwinnett County Public Schools is reviewing school calendar features for the 2026–27 and 2027–28 school years. Your input is an important part of this process.

o What to Expect:

§ Calendar Survey Dates: Monday, September 8 – Wednesday, October 8

§ Families, staff, students in grades 6-12, and community members can share feedback on the calendar features they value most.

§ Families and staff received a link via ParentSquare; community members may access the link on the GCPS website.

§ All options meet state and district requirements, including

· 180 school days and 190 staff workdays (per state law)

· Required holidays (per GCPS Policy GBRI)

· 2 early release days per semester for ES/MS; 3 for HS (final exams)

· One week each for Thanksgiving and Spring Break

· Semester 1 ends before Winter Break; Semester 2 ends before Memorial Day

Gwinnett County Public Schools will make the final decision on the school calendar, considering community feedback alongside state laws, district policies, instructional needs, and operational requirements. A recommended calendar will be presented to the Board of Education in November 2025.

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

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.

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!