Lesher Middle School

Tuesday, May 19th: 7th & 8th Grade Band Concert (7:00pm VPAC)

Wednesday, May 20th: 7th Grade Concert Orchestra (6:00pm VPAC)

Wednesday, May 20th: 8th Grade Symphonic Orchestra / Advanced Chamber (7:30pm VPAC)

Thursday, May 21st & Friday, May 22nd: 7th Grade Field Trip (Lory State Park)

Friday, May 22nd: 6th Grade Field Trip (Spring Park)

Monday, May 25th: No School, Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 26th: Last Day of School for Students & 8th Grade Day

Wednesday, May 27th: Work Day for Teachers

Graduating seniors who attended Lesher, come walk the halls of Lesher Middle School one more time, reconnect with your teachers, and let us send you off to your next adventure!

📅 Thursday, May 21
⏰ Arrive at 8:15 AM | Walk begins at 8:30 AM

We can’t wait to celebrate you!

Attention 6th Grade Families:

To attend the field trip on May 22, students must:

• Have no suspensions
• Have no more than 2 green sheets (office referrals)
• Maintain at least 80% attendance

Students must have also demonstrate appropriate behavior on the May 7 field trip to remain eligible for the May 22 trip.

Students who become ineligible will remain at school with an alternative schedule, and families will be notified.

Monday, 5/18/26

3:30PM Varsity Softball District Championship Round 1 vs. TMHS (AWAY)

Tuesday, 5/19/26

9:30AM Track & Field District Meet @ TMHS

Wednesday, 5/20/26

Varsity Softball District Championship TBD - Pending results on Monday's game

Fall athletic Information:

Cross Country (6th–8th) | August-October
Coach Swann – jswann@psdschools.org

• Fall 2026 Information

• Letter from Coach Swann

Pre-season camp starts 8/18/26

Official Season starts 8/24/26

Band: https://band.us/n/a9abb2H0R0e81

Football (7th–8th) | August-October
Coach Irby – mirby@psdschools.org

Pre-season camp starts 8/10/26

Official Season Starts 8/12/26

Band: https://band.us/n/aca0b25dl9L2R

Tennis (6th–8th) | August-October

Coach Dickerson (Girls) – jdickerson@psdschools.org

Boys Coach - TBD

Pre-season camp starts 8/12/26

Tryouts start 8/18/26

Boys Soccer (7th–8th) | August-October
Coach – TBD

Pre-season camp starts 8/12/26

Tryouts start 8/18/26

Volleyball (7th–8th) | August-October
Coach – TBD

Pre-season camp starts 8/12/26

Tryouts start 8/18/26

All students must obtain a GOLD CARD from the main office prior to the official first practice or tryout of each season/sport.

1. Complete Online Athletic Registration

Registration must be completed each season (fall, winter, and spring): Link will be available August 1, 2026, for the 2026–2027 school year.
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2. Submit a Current Physical

• Turn in a hard copy of your physical to Ms. Roth in the main office.

• Physicals cannot be uploaded or completed online.

• Physicals are valid for 364 days from the exam date.

• If you have questions about your current physical, please see Ms. Roth.

Health & Wellness Centers (Open Year-Round):

• The Health & Wellness Center @ Centennial High School
  330 E Laurel St, Fort Collins, CO 80524

• The Health & Wellness Center @ Lincoln Middle School
  1600 Lancer Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80521

3. Pay the Athletic Fee

• Pay online through SchoolPay or by cash/check to Ms. Lamb in the main office.

• Show Ms. Roth your receipt (printed or photo confirmation).

• Fees will be refunded if your student does not make a cut sport team.

• Make checks payable to Lesher Middle School

4. Submit Parent Behavior Agreement

Turn in a hard copy of the Parent Behavior Agreement to Ms. Roth in the main office.

Attention Lesher Community!

Do YOU want fresh produce?? At absolutely no cost?? Then consider becoming a Lesher garden volunteer over the summer! Volunteers sign up for 3-4 day commitments and during that time they water the garden and harvest whatever the garden produces that week. Watering and harvesting takes less than 30 minutes and, depending on the weather, does not need to happen every day! Your commitment could be as little as 1-3 days.

Imagine cooking a meal with fresh vegetables that came from a garden your student helped plant and care for! If you are interested in volunteering this summer, please reach out to Ms. Natalie Giza, the garden steward at ngiza@psdschools.org! I will have more info regarding dates and garden procedures shortly. Thanks for everything you do and for your support in this awesome learning opportunity.

Here is the link to sign up!

Thanks,

Ms. Giza

Lesher's Bike to School Week was a huge success, despite the iffy Spring weather! Throughout the week (which we extend 2 days to accommodate the snow day and rainy weather), we had over 500 check-ins at the bike racks! 70 people rode their bike EVERY DAY of the week. Besides riding to school, students also had the opportunity to play on bikes before school, during lunch, and during ELO and participate in our "Bike at Home" program. If students rode 3 days throughout the week, they earned their Stranger Things edition Bike Week shirt! Throughout the week, we were also able to pass out raffle prizes donated by JAX Outdoor Gear and Fort Fun. And we even gave away a brand-new bike! This year, our bike went to Metta Mortensen in 6th Grade - congratulations Metta!

Thank you to all the volunteers who helped out, including staff, parents, and NJHS students. We could not have done it without you, and we appreciate you jumping in!

As you move into summer, bike on! Be safe - wear a helmet, be seen, dress for the weather, and plan your route. Fort Collins is an incredibly bike-friendly place to live. If you are looking for a fun bike event, there are free bike races for the next month put on by Sendtown Bike Club for all abilities and age levels. Click here for more information and to register.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Mayer (bmayer@psdschools.org) or Mr. Van Roekel (rvanroekel@psdschools.org). Thanks, and go biking!

It is time to submit your 8th grader’s short video for the Video Montage! What is the Video Montage?

The Video Montage is a compilation/mash of action snips (2-9 seconds long) from EVERY 8th grade student and set to music. The video will premiere during 8th grade day on May 26. The entire montage lasts about 12 minutes.

Parameters:

1. Video snips are short – 2 to 8 seconds in length. Sounds will be overlaid with music.
2. Videos are recent- from this past year
3. Students are IN the video (It's okay if they are covered up with sporting equipment or far away) LIVE photos work, but ‘still’ photos do not.

What types of videos are the best? Short, action videos

Ex : dancing, juggling, tumbling, skateboarding, trampoline, playing with a pet, horseback riding, tubing, skiing/snowboarding, dirt biking, mountain biking, zipline, archery, gymnastics, cooking/baking, sewing, making pottery, school sports (basketball, volleyball, wrestling, softball, track, tennis, golf, football, cross-country), club sports (hockey, lacrosse, soccer, etc.), snowmobiling, painting, rock climbing, acting, playing instruments, mountain biking, surfing, disc golf, robotics, experiments, hanging out with friends, tiktok dances, magic tricks…you get the idea! Some kids do really awesome feats, but for the most part, it's just middle schoolers having fun and showing another side of themselves that is not seen in the school day.

Don’t be shy- let’s see your child at their best and doing what makes them happy and what will capture their middle school essence.

How to submit a video snip? There are a few ways!
1) Email juliat@psdschools.org

2) Upload your video to Google Drive and share it with juliat@psdschools.org

3) Airdrop the video : Students with iPhones can visit me in Room 4 and AirDrop it to me during lunch, ELO or after school.

Submissions close May 15.

Thanks- I look forward to creating an amazing slideshow for this 8th grade class. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions!

Julie Thompson

8th Grade Day Coordinator

Lesher traditionally celebrates our teachers for “Teacher Appreciation” the last week of school. If you have a teacher you want to celebrate but don’t know what to get them; check out our PBIS survey for details.

End of the Year Medication Pickup

Dear Lesher Parents/Guardians, it's that time of year to make a plan for picking up any meds we keep for your student in the Health Office.

Medications CANNOT be sent home with students at the end of the school year, an adult MUST pick them up.

Parents must pick up all medications ON OR BEFORE the last day of school.

REMINDER: Due to summer construction, the last day for students is Tuesday May 26.

NON-EMERGENCY and AS-NEEDED meds can be picked up anytime before or on the last day of school.

EMERGENCY & SCHEDULED meds should remain in the Health Office until the last day of school.

If meds need to be picked up before the last day of school, please stop by or call the Health Office to arrange with the School RN or Health Tech.

All meds not claimed by the end of the day on Tuesday 5/26 will be taken by the School Nurse for proper disposal.

ONCE ANY UNCLAIMED MEDS ARE TAKEN BY THE SCHOOL NURSE FOR DISPOSAL, WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO GET THEM BACK!!

If any medications will be kept in the Health Office for the 2026-27 school year, we will need new med orders from your MD. Please see the attached Authorization & Release form.

For Asthma, Allergies, Seizures, Migraines, or other Health Conditions, please have your MD complete the attached Health Care Action Plan.

If you have any questions, please contact School Nurse Richard Smith or Health Tech Sarah Maher. (970) 472-3807.

Richard Smith (Chard)

RN Consultant for Bennett, Irish, Laurel, and Lesher

(970) 556-5901

• If Medicaid is your primary insurance provider and you are 19 and older, you may be affected by new Community Engagement requirements. Messaging from Medicaid will be mailed out in July and August to those impacted.
• You can check if you need to report Community Engagement (aka work requirements) by using the Health First Colorado screening tool
• To read about upcoming changes, please see this Health First Colorado website pertaining to upcoming changes for Medicaid members.
• Manage your Health First Colorado benefits by creating a PEAK account, making sure contact information is current.

Whether your family is new to Poudre School District or returning for another year, this message has everything you need to prepare for a great start in August. Our district is built on a strong, collaborative spirit, and we are committed to supporting each student’s academic success and sense of belonging.

Please review the information below. If you have questions or need support, contact us at info@psdschools.org or 970-490-3609.

Important First Steps

Transportation – Action Required

If your student will ride the bus to/from their neighborhood school, you must apply for bus service.

• Application window: May 1 – July 17.
• Students who do not apply during this window will be assigned a bus after the school year begins.
• To avoid delays, get your application in early by clicking on this link.

Student Registration

• Returning Students: Students currently enrolled in PSD do not need to re-register for 2026-27.
• New to PSD? Register your student for their neighborhood school at olr.psdschools.org.
• Determine your student's neighborhood school here.
• In-Person Registration (Elementary):
• Monday, August 3
• Tuesday, August 4

• Contact your school for details.

• Summer Note: Some schools may be closed during summer break. Online registrations may not be processed until staff returns.
• For assistance, contact PSD Records at psdrecords@psdschools.org or 970-490-3142.

ParentVUE & Student Information

All families — new and returning — use ParentVUE to access grades, schedules, attendance, and report cards.

Visit ParentVUE for details.

Report Card Availability

• Elementary: By 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27.
• Secondary: Within five business days after the term ends, no later than Wednesday, June 3.

Address Updates

If your family has moved or will move over the summer, please update your address in ParentVUE:

• Select Online Registration / Student Data Verification.
• Updates will be reflected in Synergy, our student information system.

Schedules

• 2026–27 class schedules will be available after July 15.
• Teacher and schedule changes may occur before and after schedules are posted.
• ParentVUE and StudentVUE apps will receive a system update in mid-summer
  (details will be shared after July 15).

Summer Note: Some schools may be closed during summer break.

• For assistance, contact PSD Records at psdrecords@psdschools.org or 970-490-3142.

Clever Access

Current PSD students will retain access to Clever and currently rostered apps through approximately July 10, 2026.
Students enrolled in summer school will retain access through the end of their summer session.

School of Choice

Interested in a school other than your neighborhood school? Some schools still have space available. Apply at soc.psdschools.org.

Learn more on the PSD School Choice Process page.

• The 2026-2027 School Choice application is available until early May 2027.
• Summer applications may not be processed until staff returns.
• Questions: choice@psdschools.org | 970-490-3203.

Additional Resources

• High School Transcripts & Graduation Verification:
  Submit requests at psdschoolsco.scriborder.com. Find more information on the Student Records and Transcripts page.
• Programs and Services for Students with Disabilities: Integrated Services page.
• Language, Culture, & Equity Programs: Language, Culture, and Equity Department page.
• Mental & Physical Health Support (504 & Health Plans): Student Support Services page.
• More Resources: Visit the PSD District website
• Career and Academic Planning: Parents and students have access to Xello during the summer to support career and college planning.

We're glad you're part of our community and look forward to a great 2026–2027 school year together.

Sincerely,

Poudre School District

March 13, 2026

Dear PSD Community,

I am writing to share an update on the work of the Comprehensive Planning Committee (CPC) and a new resource now available for our community.

Last night at the Board of Education meeting, CPC Co-Chairs Brett Hansen and Dr. Traci Gile presented the committee’s recommended criteria to be used in determining possible school closures and consolidations in the future. As part of this presentation, two new district policies, District Policy FCB and FCB-R, were proposed for discussion and a first reading.

The recommendations presented by the committee and the proposed policies reflect several months of study, community engagement, and collaboration. During the last several months, 957 families provided feedback through in-person and virtual engagement sessions, small group discussions, and focused outreach to underrepresented groups. A district-wide criteria survey drew 7,519 responses in three languages. The community's top priorities for identifying schools to be considered for consolidation or closure were building condition and quality, building utilization, and enrollment projections. When asked what values are most important to maintain during any consolidation, families ranked program offerings, such as art, music, and physical education; continuity of support for students on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and neighborhood proximity as most important.

In addition to the identification criteria (building utilization, building condition and quality, and current and future enrollment), the proposed policies also include implementation criteria focused on traffic and walkability, transportation access, maximizing program offerings, school proximity and continuity of services for students with an IEP. Additionally, the district, in partnership with the Community Efficacy Committee and the District Efficacy Committee, has developed administrative guidelines specific to equity to be referenced throughout any closure or consolidation process.

To support transparency and keep our community informed, we have published a facilities data dashboard on the PSD website. This tool provides school-level data on enrollment, building capacity, utilization, facility condition, and other factors the committee is using in its work.

We have created a short video walkthrough to help you navigate the dashboard and understand the data: https://youtu.be/lCrr7Y0c_Zc

You can access the dashboard and additional information about the Comprehensive Planning Committee's work on the PSD

website: https://www.psdschools.org/community/comprehensive-long-range-planning-committee

The graphic below outlines the six-phase timeline guiding this work from community listening through implementation. We are currently wrapping up Phase 2 and anticipate moving into Phase 3 this summer.

The Board of Education will hold a second reading of and vote on the proposed policies at its May 26 meeting. If approved, the Board may then direct the superintendent to follow the process outlined in the policies, including preparing a recommendation for implementing closures and consolidations no sooner than the 2027-28 school year.

As always, community engagement will remain central to this process. We are committed to keeping you informed and ensuring your voice continues to shape this work.

With Appreciation,

Brian Kingsley

Follow this link to Poudre High School Summer Camp and Athletic Information!

Dear Club Families,

Happy May! As we turn the page into a new month, there’s a lot of energy and excitement building here at the Club—and for good reason.

I’m currently in Charlotte attending the Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Conference, Accelerating Impact, and it’s been an incredibly refreshing and motivating experience. Being surrounded by passionate leaders from across the country has given me a renewed perspective and plenty of ideas to help push our Club—and more importantly, our members—to new heights that I know we are all capable of reaching. I’m excited to bring that energy back home and continue building something truly special together.

Looking ahead, summer is right around the corner! We’re thrilled to give you a sneak peek at our Summer of Discovery programming. While calendars are still being finalized, the versions attached will give you a sense of the structure, themes, and opportunities your child can look forward to. We can’t wait for a summer full of growth, fun, and new experiences.

Summer registration is open, and we encourage you to secure your spot as soon as possible.

Summer Orientation Information

We are so excited to have your child join us for Summer of Discovery at the Fort Collins Boys & Girls Club. Please see information below about mandatory parent orientations.

1. Orientation is required for your member to attend the summer program. We will discuss the program details and answer any questions you may have. There are two options for orientation. We may schedule a makeup orientation if needed.

• Virtual: Friday, May 22 ⋅ 5:30 – 6:30pm (https://meet.google.com/ejb-vzoa-gpb)
• In person (Spanish): Friday, May 22 ⋅ 5:30 – 6:30pm

1. If you have a child at Dunn or Kruse Elementary, you will hear from those directors about a separate orientation.

Please reach out with any questions. We can't wait to have a great summer!

Keystone Parents Night Out – Family Night & Fundraiser

We also want to give a big shoutout to our Keystone group for organizing an upcoming Parents Night Out! This special evening will be centered around self-care, featuring therapy dogs and an aromatherapist to help create a relaxing and rejuvenating environment.

We encourage parents to take this time to focus on themselves—whether that means enjoying a quiet evening, running errands, or simply recharging. You’ve earned it!

Families are also welcome to stay and enjoy the event together if they’d like. We are asking for a $10 per family donation, with all proceeds going toward sending our Keystone members to the National Conference this summer. This event is also open to non-registered members ages 6+.

It’s a great cause and a great night—win-win.

As always, thank you for being such an important part of our Club community. We’re heading into an exciting season, and we’re grateful to have you along for the journey.

If you are a Morning Fresh Dairy customer, please bring in your rinsed milk, juice, cream, or other caps to Mr. Mayer. For every cap that is returned, Lesher Middle School earns money. Please turn rinsed caps in to the box in the front office or to Mr. Mayer’s classroom (room 12). If you are interested in Morning Fresh Dairy, every new household sign up that mentions Lesher raises $25. Click here or ask Mr. Mayer (bmayer@psdschools.org) for more information.

Dear PSD Families,

As we welcome students back to school, we are excited for all the opportunities the new calendar year brings.

As we kick off 2026, we encourage you to take a moment to log in to ParentVUE to ensure that all information, including contact information, is up to date. Keeping your information current ensures you can fully benefit from the tools and resources ParentVUE provides, including access to:

• Grades
• Attendance
• Schedules
• Other important student information

If you haven’t already, you can access ParentVUE through the secure online portal or download the app from the iTunes Store or Google Play app stores. You will be able to view and edit your student’s information directly in the application. If you want to change your emergency contacts, release to status, etc. you must call your school directly to make those changes.

If you have any difficulty accessing ParentVUE, please contact the front office at your child’s school for assistance.

By ensuring your information is up to date, you help us maintain seamless communication and ensure that you stay informed about your student’s progress and updates from their school.

Thank you for being an active part of our PSD community. We look forward to an amazing year of growth and learning together!

In an effort to foster a culture of mutual respect, effective communication, and quality customer service, PSD has created a set of norms for staff, family/guardian, and community engagement. These norms aim to set a positive tone for interactions between staff and parents and community members, whether they happen in person, over the phone, or in writing.

The norms will be posted in all PSD schools and include expectations that:

• Calls or emails that are not emergencies will be acknowledged within three school days.

• Appointments between the parties involved will be established as a norm for addressing concerns or discussing important matters through direct communication.

• Appointments will take place as soon as reasonably possible. Adequate time is needed for preparation and research before an appointment.

• Communication will focus on collaboration and understanding – respectful language and non-confrontational behavior from all parties are expected.

• Boundaries between personal and professional life will be maintained, and sensitive matters will not be addressed in community settings.

It’s important for everyone in our schools and in our communities to feel welcome and engage in mutual respect to best serve students.

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Website: https://les.psdschools.org/
Location: Lesher Middle School, Stover Street, Fort Collins, CO, USA
Phone: 970-472-3800
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LesherMiddleSchool
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