Linden Middle School

It looks as if the warm weather and full sunshine days might be behind us for awhile. The extension of summer like temperatures were nice while they lasted and I know the kids have appreciated being able to get outside.

As we progress through the school year at Linden Middle School, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for your continued support of our school and teaching staff. Your involvement and encouragement make a significant difference in creating a positive learning environment for our students. Whether it’s through attending events, volunteering your time, or simply engaging in conversations about your child’s education, your commitment is felt and appreciated by everyone in our school community.

Together, we are fostering an atmosphere where our students can thrive academically and personally. Your partnership with our dedicated teachers enhances the educational experience, ensuring that each child receives the attention and support they need to succeed. Thank you for being an essential part of our journey at Linden Middle School. We look forward to continuing this collaborative effort for the benefit of all our students!

Thank you for everything you do.

Important Dates

November 5 - 6th Grade Class Meetings

November 6 - 7th Grade Class Meetings

November 7 - 8th Grade Class Meetings

November 7- LMS Parent Meeting - 8:15am

November 8 - Zero Referral Club celebration

November 11-15 - LMS Book Fair

November 27-29 - No School - Thanksgiving Break

We will have our next parent meeting of the 2024-2025 school year will be on November 7, at 8:00 a.m. here at Linden Middle School. Please check in at the main office and you will be directed to the meeting location. If you are interested in being part of this group please email me and I will add you to the distribution list. kenders@lindenschools.org

Hello LMS Families,

We have a busy week/month coming up here at LMS and the expectation for our students will remain very high. This week we have scheduled our quarterly class meetings where we discuss everything from classroom behaviors to expectations in the cafeteria to our first Zero Referral Club celebration this school year. It is a time when we are able to speak to the whole student body and address some concerns we are seeing, but to also applaud the majority of our students who do exactly what they are asked to do every day. We are very fortunate to have such a positive environment here at LMS.

The Zero Referral Club is Friday, November 8th and will be held at the Multipurpose Building. Each class will attend for a little less than an hour where we will have multiple different activities set up for the students to have a blast with their friends. Teachers will be down there with the students celebrating their awesome start to the year. The only students who will be able to attend are the students who have not received a discipline referral yet this year. The students who have received a referral will stay back at LMS and be in a classroom with a staff member who stays back. Our hope with creating this club is to motivate students to make good decisions daily so they can attend the next time we do this in a few months. Last year we had great feedback and we don't expect that to change.

Please continue to have tough conversations with your students. Middle school is a tough time for our youth, but together we can get them through this and help raise them to become amazing young men and young women. Do not hesitate to reach out as we are here to help! Thank you and I hope you all have a great Thanksgiving!

Lance Belill

Assistant Principal

Linden Middle School

810-591-0782

As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of technology in our lives, we wanted to take a moment to connect with you and share some important information. Technology has become an integral part of our daily lives, but it's crucial to find a healthy balance. We understand that managing tech habits can be a challenging task, but we're here to support you.

To help foster a more connected home environment, below is a list of healthy tech habits to consider:

• Make a habit of putting devices away at a set time. Try keeping them in a central charging spot.
• Rediscover hobbies and spend time without your phone.
• Establish screen-free family rituals like game night or tech-free family dinner.
• Have screen-free mornings. Consider having your child use an old-fashioned alarm clock to wake them up instead of their phone.
• Keep screens to shared spaces only. For example, avoid allowing your child to have screen time in their room with the door closed.
• Look at ways to use technology as a tool and engage in open dialogue about technology with your family.

By implementing these strategies, you can help create a more connected and harmonious household.

Here is an informative graphic you can share with your child- or even post on the refrigerator at home as a reminder:

Jennifer Gambrel (A-K Counselor) & Tiffany Roehrig (L-Z Counselor)

Email: kenders@lindenschools.org
Website: https://middleschool.lindenschools.org/o/lms
Phone: 810-591-0710
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LindenCommunitySchools/