THE PATRIOT PARENT CONNECTION
Month of October
Dear Patriot Families,
As we near the end of the first quarter, I want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible start our students have had this school year. Our Patriots are working hard, building meaningful connections, and finding success both academically and socially.
With Quarter 2 just around the corner, let's encourage our students to stay focused and finish the first quarter strong. We are so proud of their accomplishments and growth so far, and we know there is even more to come.
Hope you enjoyed fall break! We hope you had a chance to relax, recharge, and enjoy some time together. We’re excited to be back and ready for an amazing second quarter!
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. It's a great day to be a Patriot!
With Patriot Pride,
Your LMS Admin Team
For Your Calendar
Dates to Remember
Check here for all of the exciting events and important dates happening throughout the school year! Be sure to mark your calendar and plan ahead, as regular attendance is essential for student success.
Quarter 2 Schedule Coming Up
As we begin Quarter 2, students will transition to their new connection classes and will now start their day in 6th period. Please review the schedule pictured below and take a moment to check Infinite Campus for your student's updated connection class assignments. We look forward to another great quarter of learning and growth!
Online Learning Day - Oct. 16th
Friday, October 16, is an Online Learning Day. All assignments will be posted in Canvas by the start of the school day. Students can get started when it works best for their family. Each assignment is designed to take approximately 20-30 minutes to complete.
Students can find their assignments on their teacher's Weekly Plan homepage under Friday's date.
If you have more than one student sharing a Chromebook, please make sure the first student fully signs out of the Chromebook before the next student signs in to ClassLink. This allows each student to access their own account and assignments.
If questions come up while students are working, they can send their teacher a message through the Canvas Inbox. Parents are welcome to contact teachers directly by email with any questions or concerns.
Thank you for your support in helping make our Online Learning Day a success! 😊
Counselor Connection with 8th Grade ONLY - Oct. 16th
8th Grade Parents are invited to join us for a parent meeting, Counselor Connection: Preparing for High School. Mrs. Swanburg, 8th grade school counselor, will discuss high school graduation requirements, out-of-district process, pathways, and more! Counselor Connection: Preparing for High School will be held on October 16, 2026 at 1:30-2:30 p.m. in the LMS Cafeteria. If you are unable to make it to this meeting, the presentation and recording will be posted on our website after October 16. We hope to see you there!
Liberty Spelling Bee Information
🐝 LMS SPELLING BEE! 🐝
Ready to show off your spelling skills? Sign up to participate in the Liberty Middle School Spelling Bee!
📌 Registration Deadline: Tuesday, November 3
🔗 Sign up here: https://bit.ly/spellingBEE26
📅 Important Dates:
Preliminary Spelling Bee: Friday, November 6 at 9:05 AM
LMS Cafeteria (Spellers Only)
Final Spelling Bee: Friday, December 4 at 9:00 AM
LMS Media Center (Parents Welcome!)
🏆 The top 20 spellers from the preliminary bee will advance to the final spelling bee on December 4.
❓ Questions?
Contact Maleah Stewart at mstewart@forsyth.k12.ga.us.
We can't wait to see our Patriots spell their way to success! ❤️💙🤍
Yearbook Information
To make any yearbook purchases please go to Libertyyearbook.com
Important Dates for the year:
Fall Picture Retake Day – Tuesday, October 6, 2026
8th Grade Ads Purchase Deadline - Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Yearbook Purchase Deadline - Friday, February 29, 2027
Share your Photos
We want your child in the yearbook; submit photos for review using the link below.
https://photos.jostens.com/RBQ2LE
Important Reminders:
Yearbook FAQ - https://libertyyb.weebly.com/faq.html
How can I check to make sure I have purchased a yearbook?
Our LMS School Staff cannot look up this information, so please use the instructions below.
Search your email for phrase: Jostens Order Confirmation #
Please confirm you have purchased your yearbook for the 2026-2027 year from Liberty Middle School in Cumming, GA.
*If you are unable to locate your confirmation email, please call 1-877-767-5217 and Press 1 to speak with a Jostens customer service representative. Once connected, please ask to verify your 2027 yearbook purchase. Jostens Customer service is available Monday-Friday 9am - 6pm EST.
Red, White and Boo 5K
🎃👻 IT’S BACK! 👻🎃
We’re excited to announce the return of the Red, White & Boo 5K! Whether you’re ready to RUN, WALK, or just have a hauntingly good time, we want YOU there! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Grab your friends, family and neighbors to join us for a fun-filled morning supporting our school! Registration is OPEN! Don’t miss the fun! Sign up today and get ready to make this year’s Red, White & Boo 5K the biggest one yet!
Sponsorship opportunities available. https://runsignup.com/redwhiteboo
PTSO News
Volunteer with Liberty PTSO! ❤️🤍💙
Looking for a way to be a little more involved at Liberty this year? We have two easy volunteer opportunities, and we’d love to have you! There’s no ongoing commitment, just choose a date that works for you.
🍽️Duty-Free Lunch – Once a Month
Help give our teachers a well-deserved break! Volunteers cover the cafeteria for a one- or two-hour shift during lunch so teachers can enjoy a duty-free lunch period. It’s an easy way to support our staff and spend a little time at Liberty.
Duty-Free Lunch Volunteer Sign-Up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D45A8A82FA3F58-65287263-duty
🐓Thursday Morning Chick-fil-A Biscuit Sales
Join us Thursday mornings from 8–9 AM to help sell Chick-fil-A biscuits to students. It’s quick, easy, and a fun way to start your morning while helping the school raise money!
Biscuit Sales Volunteer Sign-Up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D45A8A82FA3F58-65288884-chick
Whether you can help once or several times throughout the year, we’d love to see you. Every volunteer makes a big impact!
❤️🤍💙 LMS PTSO
UPCOMING ATHLETIC EVENTS
Community News
Pathway Motivate8
Event: Pathway MOTIVE8 Information Night
Purpose: Empowering 8th Grade Families for High School Success
Event Details
Date: October 12, 2026
Location: FoCAL Center
1150 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, GA
Session 1: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Session 2: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
North United Trunk or Treat
See you at the North United Trunk or Treat! 👻🍬
Join us for an evening of tricks, treats, and an amazing pop-up boutique! Everyone is welcome to come out and celebrate.
📅 When: Tuesday, October 27th | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Where: North Forsyth High School – Red Lot
Bring your family, costumes, and sweet tooth—we can't wait to see you there!
Dr. Jim and Peggie Morrow Glow Run
Because of the support of the 2025 Dr. Jim and Peggie Morrow Glow Run, we gave out 20 $2,500 scholarships to FCS educators who are pursuing further education!
We would like to invite you to participate in the 2026 Dr. Jim and Peggie Morrow Glow Run on 11/1 at Forsyth Central High School! This year, all participants will receive a custom Glow Run medal and t-shirt.
Mark your calendar and sign up below now for the lowest cost! Pricing will increase in October.
Staff Shout outs
Has a Liberty staff member helped make your student's transition back to school a positive experience? Please shout them out HERE. Positive words of affirmation from our community mean so much to us!
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