Eagle's Post - 1/16/26

Hello Middle School South Families,

We are well into our second semester and there are many engaging student events coming up, such as the K–12+ Science Fair hosted by the LZHS Women in STEAM Club and 8th Grade Elective, Athletic, and Activity Night at Lake Zurich High School, designed to help students explore future learning and involvement opportunities.

There are also some fun things coming up for parents in the next few months such as the D95 Educational Foundation Gala in February and the MSS PTO Trivia Night in March.

Please take a few moments to read through this newsletter and I hope everyone has a wonderful long weekend!

Anthony

Monday, January 19, 2026

No School - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Friday, February 6, 2026

MS Activity @ MSS

Friday, February 13, 2026

Institute Day - No School for Students

Monday, February 16, 2026

No School - President's Day

This event is scheduled for January 21st, and it promises to be an invaluable opportunity for both you and your child to explore the diverse array of offerings available at Lake Zurich High School. Throughout the evening, you'll have the chance to meet with our dedicated counselors, passionate elective teachers, activity sponsors, and enthusiastic athletic coaches.

Date: January 21st

Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Venue: Lake Zurich High School Cafeteria and Field House

Entrances: Please enter either at the main entrance or at door #15 by the Performing Arts Center.

The MSS PTO has a night planned specifically for parents. Join the MSS PTO for Trivia Night on Saturday, March 14th from 6 pm - 10 pm. See the flyer attached for more information and to sign up!

New this semester, we will be sharing additional information about a variety of student wellness topics for parent/guardian information. Please read on for additional information!

Screen Time: Setting healthy screen time limits and routines helps teach students responsible usage and promotes balance. The attached image is information adapted from the American Academy of Pediatrics on this topic.

Safe Technology Usage: Linked HERE is a presentation with some brief information/resources regarding safe technology usage and controls for district devices. (NOTE: Additional resources from previous district presentations and other information can be found on the Family Resource Center webpage.)

As we continue into flu season, please see below for important reminders from the Health Office Team:

• Please be sure to monitor your student for flu-like symptoms (e.g., persistent cough, sore throat, fever, body aches)

• If your student is experiencing any exclusionary symptoms (such as a fever above 100.4, vomiting or diarrhea), please do not send them to school

• During this time, preventative measures such as covering your cough, hand-washing, and others can prevent the spread of illness; please be sure to review these strategies with your child at home

For more information on the flu, families can access the Lake County Health Department resource HERE (Spanish version HERE).

SCIENCE FAIR

PRESENTED BY LZHS WOMEN IN STEAM CLUB

FEBRUARY 21ST/ 9 AM - 12 PM

Let’s have fun!

*Open to students in grades K-12+

*Held at Lake Zurich High School

*Includes a Science Show!

*Supported by the District 95 Educational Foundation

No cost to enter!

Click here to find out more and sign up!

Join the fun at the “Studio 95 Gala”!

• Saturday, February 28, 2026

• 6-11:00 p.m.

• Concorde Banquets

• Dinner! Auction! Entertainment!

Tickets are now available: https://e.givesmart.com/events/LYH/

Now that the holiday travel season is in full swing, we want to send a quick reminder to families to please make sure to communicate your planned travel by either contacting the office attendance line (847-540-2702) or through ParentVUE.

Our 2025-26 middle school yearbook is now available for purchase. Don’t miss out on capturing all the memories from this school year! The yearbook is a wonderful keepsake filled with photos, events, and special moments from the year. Please use the link below to order today!

CLICK HERE TO ORDER

Would you like to join a team and plan fun activity nights?

Maybe you would like to organize food and fun for the staff?

Most of our committees have notes and plans but need a few more people to make these events happen. Grab a friend, sign up for something amazing, and make this school year fabulous.

Looking for information on the clubs/activities available at MSS. You can find out seasons and contact information by clicking here.

Needed Forms Prior to First Day of Activity/Tryout:

For students interested in trying out and participating in a sport, students must have the following:

• Physical: All students participating in tryouts and a sport must have a current physical or sports physical on file. Physicals are good for one year and one month from the date the physical was conducted. Please check to make sure your physical is current prior to tryouts or the start of an athletic activity. The physical should be turned into the Nurse’s Office.

• Emergency Information Form: Students must have a completed and signed Emergency Information Form for each activity they are trying out for/participating in. They will need to turn this form in to the coach or sponsor at the time of tryouts. If try-outs are not required, then the form should be turned in at the first meeting of the sport or activity.

All registration for activities will be in ParentVUE and information about registration will be sent later this summer.