The Weekly Update #4

Important Dates

NOVEMBER

11th - Veterans Day Breakfast Program

11th - Take Back Togetherness Night

12th - PTA Meeting 9:30 AM (AL Library)

18th - Picture Retake/Make-up Day

19th - All Pro Parent meeting 7:15-7:45 AM

25-27th - Thanksgiving Break - No School

DECEMBER

9th - ALHS/Learwood Band Holiday Concert 7:00 PM @ PAC

10th - ALHS/Learwood Orchestra Concert 7:00 PM @PAC

11th - School Dance

16th - Grade 7 Choir Holiday Concert 6:00PM @PAC

16th - Grade 8 Choir Holiday Concert 7:30PM @ PAC

18th - End of 2nd Quarter

21st - Winter Break (School Resumes 1/5/27)

Avon Lake Magnet Sale! Sponsored by Learwood Student Council

Show off your Shoremen pride! Click the link below to browse a variety of personalized car and locker magnets featuring your child’s name and sport or club of choice. Magnets are just $10 each, with an optional $2 additional charge for protective coating for car magnets.

All proceeds directly benefit the Learwood Student Council’s end-of-year leadership trip. Thank you for supporting our student leaders! Order forms and payment due by 12/17/26.

https://forms.gle/ZVEYtiCanSHPoT8P6

Veterans Day Breakfast

Learwood proudly continues its longstanding tradition of honoring our Veterans. This meaningful program resonates deeply with our students, staff, parents, community members, and especially the Veterans themselves—including our own Mr. Scott Peepers.

This year's recognition ceremony will take place on Wednesday, November 11th.

Many of our students have parents and family members who have served or are currently serving in the armed forces, including some who are presently deployed. Veterans Day is more than a day off—it's a solemn occasion for remembrance. We pause to reflect on our freedoms, our history, and the profound sacrifices made by those who placed their country above their own lives.

Due to auditorium capacity limitations, students not participating directly in the ceremony will view the program from their classrooms, ensuring every Learwood student can take part in this important observance. This is the link to the program for families and community members: https://boxcast.tv/view/veterans-day---learwood-2026-abgxtqtv41ikvtd9qusg

❄️ Learwood Middle School Winter Dance – December 11! ❄️

Attention, Learwood families! Our annual Winter Dance is coming up on Friday, December 11, from 6:00–8:00 PM, and we need your help to make it a memorable night for our students! This event is always a huge hit and includes a variety of activities to appeal to all interests, giving students a fun opportunity to celebrate with friends.

We are looking for volunteers to chaperone the dance, donate items for our raffle, or contribute goodies for a free dessert bar. There are plenty of ways to get involved, and we would be so grateful for your support! Please check out the sign-up link below to see the available opportunities and choose the way that works best for you.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Tess McCarty or Mary Grace Adler (Student Council Advisors)

Thank you for your continued support of Learwood Student Council and for helping us create fun, memorable experiences for our students!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0548A9AF2CA0FCC43-60237849-learwood

PTA Parent Social

Learwood PTA is hosting a parent social night Wednesday, November 4th at 7 PM at 294

Avondale Ave! We hope you can join us for an enjoyable evening!

Please RSVP via the following link: https://evite.me/fgeQC3hE8x

STUDENT SERVICE PROJECT

Learwood students are leading our school's participation in the "Fill the Backpack" winter collection for the ninth consecutive year! This student-driven initiative supports the St. Elizabeth Center in Lorain, Lorain County's only men's homeless shelter.

The shelter provides overnight accommodations for men in need, along with dinners, food supplies, clothing, toiletries, and essential winter items such as gloves and hats. Our students have organized this meaningful collection, demonstrating their commitment to serving our community and making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

There are two ways to participate. First is to collect any of the above mentioned items and give it to your student. There are drop-off boxes in the school. The boxes will be there through Friday, November 21st. The second way is to order through Amazon. Amazon has a list of all of these needs and the items will be shipped directly to the adult organizer's home. Please click here for the Amazon items:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1EUZJW1QT544K/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_2?viewType=grid

Thank you so much for your help on this worthwhile project.

SCHOOL PICTURES

School pictures have arrived and have been sent home with students. If you'd like your child's photo retaken, or if they missed the original picture day, a retake day is scheduled for November 18th.

Shoremen Boys Volleyball Open Gyms

Attention middle school boys! Interested in learning more about one of the fastest-growing sports in the country? Come check out Shoremen Boys Volleyball!

While middle school students are not eligible to play on the high school team during the spring season, all middle school boys are invited to attend open gyms to learn the game, get some reps, and build their volleyball skills.

If you are interested in attending open gyms or getting involved, please fill out this Google Form: https://forms.gle/tG1osV2wvHV2L4hc7 so we can send you updates and details.

Upcoming Boys Volleyball Open Gyms (Main Gym at ALHS):

Wednesday, November 18 — 8:00–9:30 PM
Wednesday, December 16 — 8:00–9:30 PM
Note: Open gyms will continue once per week in January and twice per week in February.

Never played volleyball? That’s cool. Come learn the game, get some reps, and have some fun. High school and middle school boys are all welcome to attend open gyms — no experience needed! Follow us on X and Instagram @ShoremenVB.