The Weekly Update

Since we used an Emergency Closing Day on Monday, January 26, 2026, Tuesday, May 26, 2026 will now return to a regular school day.

For the latest copy of the District School Calendar, please visit the website, www.ltps.org, and click calendar on the top right.

Please note the following dates on the calendar:

Friday, February 13 - Early Dismissal Students, Staff Professional Development

11:40 am, No lunch is served

Monday, February 16 - School is Closed, President's Day

Dear Eighth Grade Parents/Guardians,

We would like to take this opportunity to inform you of some important information regarding 8th grade end-of-the-year activities.

8th Grade Farewell Ceremony (save the date) – The farewell ceremony will occur on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 7:00 pm at Rider University in the Alumni Gym. More information will come in the spring.

8th Grade Dance/Celebration – The eighth-grade dance will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the Lawrence High School Commons. Only eighth-grade Lawrence Middle School students are allowed to attend. Formal attire is not advocated. The school dress code applies.

During the celebration, students will have an opportunity to participate in a variety of activities: dancing, Mobile Game Theater, interactive photo booth and they will receive their Class of 2030 T-Shirt. This event will be catered with a variety of hot and cold appetizers, desserts, and drinks. Tickets will cost $45 per student. If your child would like a class of 2030 T-shirt but does not want to attend the dance, they will have a chance to purchase a shirt for ($5.00). Money and permission slips for the dance are due by May 29, 2026.

8th Grade Trip - We are excited to announce that we will return to Black Bear Lake in Millstone, NJ on Thursday, June 18th. Students will depart from the school at 8:15 a.m. and arrive back at the school at 2:15 p.m. Only eighth-grade Lawrence Middle School students are allowed to attend.

The trip will cost $65 per student. Please see the scheduled payment plan if you wish to pay in installments. You can also pay in full. If you need other payment arrangements, please contact Jill Testa at jtesta@ltps.org or Kate Mariani at kmariani@ltps.org. Final payment and permission slips will be due by Friday, May 1st. Please make a check or money order payable to Lawrence Middle School. Cash will also be accepted. All payments must be labeled with your student’s first & last name.

Payment Plan dates:

First payment of $30 due by February 20, 2026

Last payment of $35 due by May 1, 2026

Students should submit permission slips and money to the main office.

8th Grade Breakfast – last day of school. More details will be posted in the spring.

Yearbooks – Don’t forget to order a yearbook! The base price is $30, and orders must be placed online by April 24, 2026. Families are also encouraged to purchase 8th Grade Recognition (Happiness) Ads, which are due by February 12, 2026. Both can be purchased using the link in the LMS newsletter.

Reminder- Inappropriate behaviors between now and the end of the year (including attendance and failing grades) can result in a student losing the privilege of participating in the end-of-the-year activities.

**8th Grade Students received a handout on Thursday, January 29 which contained information and permission slips for the end of year activities. Please make sure that your child gives the paperwork to you and that you return the required forms as soon as possible.**

Marking Period 2 and Semester 1 ended on Friday, January 30, 2026. Students will transition to Marking Period 3 and Semester 2 (8th Graders Only) on Monday, February 2, 2026 (A/Red Day).

7th Graders Move As Follows:

Art - Communications - Technology - World Language - Art

8th Graders Rotate As Follows:

Art - Communications - Music - Technology - Art

8th Graders with Semester 1 Class:

Non-Fiction Analysis to Financial Literacy

Financial Literacy to Non-Fiction Analysis

Need Extra Help? Join Math Lab & Literacy Lab! ️

Struggling with a tough math problem? Need support with reading or writing? Math Lab & Literacy Lab are here to help!

📅 When: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2:30 - 3:55 PM

📍 Where: Classroom 102

📝 How to Sign Up:

• Students must sign up in the main office on the morning of the session they plan to attend.
• Permission slips are required and can be picked up in the main office.
• Taking the late bus? Be sure to sign up by 12:30 PM to secure your spot.

Don’t wait until the last minute—get the support you need to succeed!

Monday, February 9 - Comfy Cozy Day

*Wear sweatpants or workout clothes

Tuesday, February 10 - Dress like first letter of name

*Ex. Amber = apple, wear all red and a green hat

Wednesday, February 11 - 1White Homeroom Hype

*Discuss theme/color ideas with 1B to dress up together

Thursday, February 12 - Dress as favorite holiday

*pick your favorite holiday and go all out, ex. 4th of July=wear red, white and blue

Friday, February 13 - Wear red, purple, pink, and hearts

House Totals (as of January 20, 2026)

Phoenix - 1338

Orion - 1303

Draco - 1285

Remember: In order to earn House Points, you must participate!

Permission slips for this fun event are due back by Friday, February 13, 2026. If students misplaced their permission slip, they can obtain a new one in the Main Office.

* Students must be dropped off and picked up at Colonial Bowling, 2420 Brunswick Lane, Lawrenceville

* Cost=$30 includes bowling, one game of laser tag, free shoe rental, slice of pizza and drink

Lawrence Middle School would like to invite you to speak with our 7th Cardinal Time students about your career and to share information about your professional background. The goal of this experience is for our students to become exposed to and explore different career opportunities. Please accept our invitation to partner with us in this meaningful event. This event will be an opportunity for you to introduce your services to our school community.

We are asking you to speak to our Cardinal Time students for 15-20 minutes as well as provide any educational material, informational brochures, and/or free samples of your products. If you agree to participate, please complete the “Career Exploration: Guest Presenter Sign-Up” Form below at your earliest convenience. A confirmation email will be sent closer to date. We thank you in advance for considering partnering with us in this meaningful event for our students.

Career Exploration: Guest Presenter Sign-Up Form

The LMS/LHS PTO is busy bringing our community fun activities and worthwhile fundraising efforts.

Gift Cards for Caesar Bagels in Lawrence Shopping Center

Do you love bagels? Caesar's Bagels in Lawrence Shopping Center is going to support the LMS/LHS PTO. They will be donating 25% of every $25 gift card purchased back to the PTO. This fundraiser will be available through February 25th. This is a great way to support the PTO and welcome and support a new business to Lawrenceville.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084DA8AC28ABFE3-61577560-ceasars#/

Devil's Hockey Game (Devils vs Detroit Red Wings)

Sunday, March 8, 2026 - 7 pm

Prudential Center, Newark, N.J.

Purchase tickets no later than February, 20

Questions? lmslhspto@gmail.com

Purchase tickets using the following link: Devils Tickets

Dine to Donate Fundraiser

See participating restaurants and details below.

Photo-Sharing

There are never enough pictures for the yearbook. With this in mind, families are encouraged to share pictures they have of LMS events and activities that can be shared in the yearbook. Please feel free to upload away. Also include any funny photos for "Please don't put that picture in the yearbook!"

There are a variety of ways to upload and share the photos.

1. See the attached flyer for ways to upload and share photos.

2. Email the photos to lmsyearbook@ltps.info

Yearbook Orders are Due by April 24, 2026. You may order online at jostensyearbooks.com. Yearbooks start at $32.