Lutherville Lab Report

Along with Victory Villa Elementary, our third through fifth grade students attended the dress rehearsal of Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts' Black History Month Assembly on Thursday. Students enjoyed performances by Patapsco's Step Squad, Gospel Choir, Jazz Band, Dancers, Vocalists, and more. Students in Grades K-2 enjoyed a virtual Black History Month children's festival from Arts for Learning Maryland, which celebrated Maryland Black History and Culture. This is our third year attending the Patapsco assembly, which importantly centers Black culture, art, and celebration, but also exposes students to a school and pathway where their interests and passions may be further fostered. On the way out and back at school, I had many conversations with students considering how a school for the arts might be an option for them in the future.

This week was also Kids Heart Challenge celebration week. We are celebrating Lutherville Lab students raising over $5,600 this year! Thank you to Mr. Bruns and all our participating students and families for their efforts.

Important Reminder: The BCPS Climate Survey is open and available for community input. This year's survey is more condensed and will take only a few minutes to complete. The input of our families is vital to us, so we greatly appreciate you taking a few minutes to complete the survey.

In partnership,

-Mr. McComb

Calendar Reminders:

2/23 - Hop for Hopkins

3/8 - Pizza Bingo @ Ridgely Middle

With Winter MAP testing nearing completion, we are able to look at the instructional areas we've been targeting through the Hour of Power and see if this program, in concert with the daily instruction and efforts of our staff, is making an impact on our students.

In looking at our 3rd grade students, ~80% of students saw gains in one of the two following measures, or both:

• Overall National Percentile rank in Mathematics from Fall to Winter (so, outgrowing their peers, nationally)
• Increased achievement band in either Operations & Algebraic Thinking, or Numbers and Operations in Base Ten (the two skill areas we targeted). This would be, for example, a student moving from Average to High Average, or Low to Low Average in one of those categories.

This is remarkable progress, and made possible by the efforts of our teaching staff, parent and community volunteers who helped us make materials or support students in session (or donated snacks), and Goucher and Loyola partners who also helped facilitate student learning.

This is a true example of the entirety of our school community coming together to improve our efforts to serve students, and warrants real celebration. I don't know of any other school taking this kind of innovative, collaborative approach in Baltimore County. Kudos to all involved!!

We will be running data for additional grade levels and continuing to reflect and refine the program, which runs until Spring Break.

LUTHERVILLE LAPPERS- Lappers will be starting next month and registration forms are coming home today.

Who: 3rd - 5th grade students

When: March 19- May 16th: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:20-5:00 PM

Culminating Activity- Keep Punchin’ 5K at Goucher College on Saturday, May 18th at 8:30am. Please see the website for more information.

https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/MD/Towson/KeepPunching5K1MileWalkKidsRaces

Lappers are expected to participate in the 5k and encouraged to sign/up with a parent or guardian. Please register under the team name: Lutherville Lappers. Please see the race website for more information.

Where: Lutherville Lab Gym and Lutherville perimeter.

Why: Lutherville Lappers is a running program to promote healthy habits. The students will improve their cardiovascular endurance as they train for a 5K. Sessions consist of basic stretches, aerobic exercises centered on running and team building. The goal for Lutherville Lappers is to increase aerobic endurance and participate in a 5k race.

Cost: $15 per student (CHECK MADE PAYABLE to LTRC). This fee includes a Lutherville Lappers performance shirt

LUTHERVILLE LAB SPORTS & FITNESS CAMP - Summer Camp at Lutherville

Get moving and have some fun this summer with Lutherville Lab’s Sports & Fitness Camp! This camp is designed to teach and improve fitness skills and principles, sport skills, and provide an opportunity to enjoy recreational activities. Mr. Bruns, Lutherville’s PE teacher, will be hosting three summer camps.

The registration cost is $110 for each session ($200 for 2 sessions).

Session 1: June 24-28; 9am-11:45am for students entering 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 grade.

Session 2: July 15-19; 9am-11:45am for students entering 3, 4, 5, and 6 grade.

Session 3: July 22-26; 9am-11:45am 1, 2, and 3 grade.

Fri March 8th

5-7pm

RIDGELY MIDDLE SCHOOL CAFETERIA

We can't wait to see you at our FREE community event, PIZZA BINGO, on Fri March 8th from 5-7 pm at Ridgely Middle School! Our fabulous teachers will be calling the bingo and prizes will be provided for all attendees. Pizzas can be pre-ordered, drinks and spirit wear will be for sale and you may also bring in outside food.

If you plan to join us, please remember that RSVPs (required due to space limitations) and pizza orders are due this coming Mon Feb 26th. Please see the flyer sent home in your child's green folder or head here.

Questions can be emailed to Kate Bloom - katekarbow@yahoo.com.

What: Team BCPS students, parents, caregivers, and stakeholders are invited to participate in the 2024 BCPS Curriculum Nights. These events are opportunities for families to learn more about BCPS curriculum and system efforts to improve instruction in English language arts, mathematics, early childhood education, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and special education. BCPS staff will also discuss what families can expect to see their children learning in the academic priority areas and will provide tips and resources on how to support students at home. Attendees will have an opportunity to view curricular and instructional materials and ask questions. The Tuesday, March 12, session at Woodlawn High School will be livestreamed on the BCPS-TV YouTube channel.

In addition, BCPS Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers invites the Team BCPS community to discuss a variety of important school system-related topics at upcoming Community Conversations. During the events, Dr. Rogers will share information about key BCPS priorities, hear from Team BCPS community members, and answer questions. Spanish interpretation will be provided at all sessions. Interpreting services for other languages are also available upon request at no cost to participants. Please contact 443-809-1250 as early as possible to request. The Community Conversation at Owings Mills High School on Wednesday, April 3, will be livestreamed on the BCPS-TV YouTube channel.

When and Where:

Curriculum Nights

• Tuesday, March 12, from 6-7:30 p.m.

Woodlawn High School, 1801 Woodlawn Dr., Woodlawn 21207

• Tuesday, April 30, from 6-7:30 p.m.

Dulaney High School, 255 E. Padonia Rd., Timonium 21093

Community Conversations

• Thursday, March 14, from 6-7 p.m.

Owings Mills High School, 124 S. Tollgate Rd., Owings Mills 21117

• Wednesday, April 3, from 6-7 p.m.

Eastern Technical High School, 1100 Mace Ave., Essex 21221

• Wednesday, April 10, from 6-7 p.m.

Loch Raven Technical Academy, 8101 Lasalle Rd., Towson 21286

Those not available to participate in the online discussions can submit comments via an online survey.

Meeting details:

Wednesday, February 21, from 6-7 p.m.

Microsoft Team meeting link (Meeting ID: 251 018 368 567; passcode: hv2rct)

Or call in (audio only): +1 301-960-8406 (Phone conference ID: 478 824 162#)

Tuesday, February 27, from 6-7 p.m.

Microsoft Team meeting link (Meeting ID: 262 166 372 444; passcode: N7UPea)

Or call in (audio only): +1 301-960-8406 (Phone conference ID: 492 865 954#)

Students interested in the arts will find several summer enrichment opportunities offered by Baltimore County Public Schools. This summer, the school system will offer camps in visual arts, dance, instrumental music, songwriting, and musical theatre.

All programs are open to students entering Grades 5-12 in the 2024-2025 school year, except for the visual arts summer program, which will accept students entering Grades 3-12. The deadline for applications is Friday, May 17, or until spots are filled. Enrollment priority will be given to current BCPS students and children of BCPS staff. Bus transportation is available. Fee waivers are available for students who do not have permanent or adequate housing.

Summer Art Enrichment Camp

The Summer Art Enrichment Camp will be held from Monday, July 1, through Friday, July 12, from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at Pikesville High School, 7621 Labyrinth Rd., Pikesville 21208. The camp will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, for Independence Day. An open house/reception will be held in the evening on Thursday, July 11, to give students, families, and teachers an opportunity to see the artwork created during camp. The cost of the program is $140 per student and includes a camp tote bag. See the Summer Art Enrichment Camp registration form for additional details.

Summer Dance Intensive

The Summer Dance Intensive will be held from Monday, July 8, through Friday, July 12, from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at Pikesville High School. Students will take classes in contemporary, ballet, jazz, and choreography, and prepare for an end-of-week performance. The cost of the program is $130 per student and includes a camp T-shirt. See the Summer Dance Intensive registration form for additional details.

Summer Music Camp

Celebrating 37 years, the Summer Music Camp will hold two sessions. The first session, from Monday, July 8, through Friday, July 12, at Pikesville High School, will focus on orchestra and songwriting. The second session, from Monday, July 15, through Friday, July 19, at Dumbarton Middle School, 300 Dumbarton Rd., Baltimore 21212, is for band and ukulele. Both sessions will be from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The cost of each session is $130 per student and includes a camp T-shirt. See the Summer Music Camp registration form for additional details.

Musical Theatre Intensive

The 2024 Musical Theatre Intensive will be offered in partnership with Broadway Theatre Connection from Monday, July 15, through Friday, July 19, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., at George Washington Carver Center for Arts & Technology, 938 York Rd., Towson 21204. This Intensive will include musical theatre classes with professional artists, audition tips and techniques, and a showcase performance at the end of the week. The program is designed for students who have a passion for acting, singing, and dancing as well as a desire to work in a fast-paced environment. The cost of the program is $130 per student and includes a Broadway Theatre Connection T-shirt. See the Musical Theatre Intensive registration form for additional details.

Please find previous Lab Reports via the following links:

February: 2nd, 16th

January: 5th, 12th, 26th

December: 1st, 8th, 15th

November: 3rd, 10th, 17th

October: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

September: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
August: 4th, 11th. 18th, 25th

June 9th 2023 (with links to 22-23 Lab Reports)

June 17th, 2022 (with links to 21-22 Lab Reports)

Website: https://luthervillees.bcps.org/
Location: 1700 York Road, Lutherville-Timonium, MD, USA
Phone: 443-809-7800
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Twitter: @LuthervilleLab