LMS Notices and reminders
December 20, 2025
Middle School Students Who Are Unsupervised In The School Building Afterschool
A reminder that LMS students who stay after school have to be given permission to do so by an adult in the building. After school help with a teacher or participating in an activity or sport is fine, but waiting to watch a sport or just hanging around is not ok. Students have been roaming in classrooms and places they shouldn't. Students will be asked to contact their parents for a ride and will receive a consequence. Thank you for your support in keeping students safe.
National Honor Society Peer Tutoring UPDATE
The LHS National Honor Society is offering peer tutoring to any student in grade 6-12. Peer tutoring will occur every Tuesday and Thursday after school from now till the end of the school year. Tutoring will be located in the LMHS library from 2:35-3:30pm. All are welcome. No appointment necessary.
PACSAL Coffee Connection
PACSAL is having an upcoming "Coffee Connection" planned for Monday, December 22 for some helpful holiday tips and self care for families as well. Please click on the links below for more information.
Washington DC
Dear 8th Grade Families and Students,
Washington D.C. enrollment is still open; however, the deadline to enroll is January 15th. The price increases by $100 after January 15th, so I hope many of you will take advantage of registering before then. We have already filled one bus and are looking to fill the second one with students excited about visiting our nation’s Capital!
We know as the holiday season approaches, everyone gets busier and busier and our focus tends to shift in other directions. We want to encourage you to please register for the trip as soon as possible, since the deadline is January 15th.
Enrolling now means you can take full advantage of Explorica’s personal fundraising pages! There’s nothing extra to set up—the page is generated for you and ready to begin accepting donations immediately. With friends and family already in a giving mindset during the holidays, it’s the perfect opportunity to share your travel goals and invite support. Once enrolled, you can log in to your Tour Center and click the “Go to my fundraising page” link in the Tour Account module. From there, you can start sharing your page via email, text, or social media to reach your network while holiday generosity is top of mind.
To enroll, visit our tour website at www.explorica.com/Resnick-4068 or call The EF Traveler Support Team at 1-888-310-7121. (open Monday - Friday, 9-5 PM EST).
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact me or Jen Rios. Here are the ways to contact us for support.
Trip Details: Amy Resnick aresnick@lunenburgschools.net
Lead Chaperone: Jen Rios jrios@lunenburgschools.net
Financial Assistance: Tim Santry tsantry@lunenburgschools.net
Medical Needs: Katie McGuire kmcguire@lunenburgschools.net
Enrollment, Payment Plans, travel Protection: Explorica Traveler Support 888-310-7121
Thank you all so much for showing interest in your child’s education and opportunities, and I hope each and every one of them is able to join us!
Class of 2026 Clothing Drive Fundraiser!
Are you holding onto clothing that you don't really wear and is just taking up space in your closet? Chances are you might be one of many Americans that only regularly wear a small portion of their wardrobe! Luckily, the Class of 2026 is offering you a chance to clear up some extra space in your closet all while fundraising for a great cause.
From December 8th through January 16th the Class of 2026 is holding a Clothing Drive sponsored by the Epilepsy Foundation of New England! We'll be collecting clothing/shoes/linens at the Middle-High School. Each pound of clothing collected will provide funds for our class and help support the Epilepsy Foundation in their fight to stop seizures. All donations must be in 13 gallon kitchen trash bags or larger.
On Saturday, January 10th, clothing drive donations can be dropped off at the front of theT.C. Passios building from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Just a reminder that all donations should be placed in 13 gallon trash bags or larger.
Donations can also be dropped off in the front lobby of the Middle-High School.
Here is a list of acceptable items:
Clothing:
Tops & T-shirts
Pants, Jeans, & Shorts
Ties, & Scarves
Dresses/Gowns
Skirts
Suits
Sweaters
Sweats
Vests
Blazers
Pajamas
Socks
Tights
Belts
Uniforms
Costumes & dress-up clothes
Shoes, Boots, Filpflops, Slippers
Pocketbooks, backpacks, duffle bags
Outerwear:
Coats, Jackets, Ski pants, mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, raingear, bathing suits
Other:
Fabric, fabric scraps, yarn, small throw rugs, towels, wash cloths,
shower curtains, bathmats, drapes, curtains, sheets, pillowcases, table cloths, cloth napkins, potholders, blankets, comforters, duvets, quilts, sofa or chair covers.
Message from the LMHS Health Office
General Guidelines for School Attendance
If you have any questions or need help determining whether your child is well-enough to attend school, please call the health office before sending your child to school.
Health Protocols for Illness
Please keep your child home from school if they display any of the following symptoms:
Fever of 100 degrees or more, and until the child has had a normal temperature for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medications.
Vomiting or diarrhea within the last 24 hours.
Uncontrollable or severe cough.
Rash of unknown cause.
Signs of infection of the eyes, ears, nose, throat, skin or scalp.
Please follow these guidelines when determining whether or not your child is ready to return to school after having been sick.
Temperature must be normal for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medications.
At least 24 hours after intestinal illness (vomiting or diarrhea) has resolved.
Improvement or treatment of cough following primary care provider instructions
Improvement or treatment of rash following primary care provider instructions
Treatment of infection following primary care provider instructions for return to school.
Please remember, though your student may meet the above criteria, they may not have the energy level for return to school and full day of activity.
If your child becomes ill at school, you will be called to take them home. We understand the difficulties of working parents and ask that you make sure you are prepared for this possibility. Waiting for hours in the Health Office is very difficult for children who are not well. Current phone numbers and email addresses are essential to facilitate prompt communication with families. Families need to provide the school with reliable emergency contacts, indicating individuals who will be able to come to the school and pick up their child if they become sick during the school day. Please update and submit an Emergency Medical Form for each child, every school year. Dismissing sick children in a timely fashion is imperative for the safety of all.
Please contact your school nurse if you have any questions or concerns.
On Saturday, January 10th, clothing drive donations can be dropped off at the front of theT.C. Passios building from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Just a reminder that all donations should be placed in 13 gallon trash bags or larger.
Join the strategy games club!
All levels welcome! Learn to play or just find friends to play with. ...Magic the Gathering, Clue, chess, Settlers of Catan, Monopoly, Connect 4, and more. Feel free to bring your own games.
Please bring a check for $43 made out to the Town of Lunenburg to our first meeting on Friday, October 24th.
Email Mrs. Clarke at eclarke@lunenburgschools.net if you have any questions.
MONTY TECH UPDATES (7th and 8th Graders)
The Monty Tech VIP (Vocational Interest Program) registration will be opening October 29th. VIP is a four week program in which Monty Tech busses 7th and 8th grade students from LMHS to Monty Tech to try out a different shop each week. All the information needed, including the registration link can be found on the following website: https://www.montytech.net/Page/6178 (LMS will be attending session 2)
Applications for admission can now be found in Mrs. LaBelle's office. Though the application deadline is not until March 1st, students are encouraged to apply sooner rather than later.
All parent questions regarding Monty Tech can be directed to Katherine LaBelle at klabelle@lunenburgschools.net.
A Message from Lunenburg Public Schools
“Consistent with Massachusetts regulations, 603 CMR 26.05(1), the
Lunenburg Public Schools, through its curricula and materials, encourages
respect for the human and civil rights of all individuals, regardless of
race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin or sexual
orientation. In accordance with district guidelines, families may request
information from the building principal on available accommodations
related to curriculum content.”
National Honor Society Peer Tutoring
The LHS National Honor Society is offering peer tutoring to any student in grade 6-12. Peer tutoring will occur every Tuesday after school from now till the end of the school year. Tutoring will be located in the LMHS library from 2:35-3:30pm. All are welcome. No appointment necessary.
LMHS December Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Back To School Forms
Please complete the ‘Back to School” forms if you have not already done so for this year.
Middle School Science Olympiad Team
Science Olympiad is a competitive science team for all kids who love science and building things! The students in our Science Olympiad club work together to compete in 23 different events in the Massachusetts Science Olympiad State competition on a Saturday in March. No experience necessary - just a willingness to work together as a team to build things and learn about science. Open to all 7th and 8th grade students. Students choose an event to work on throughout the year with a partner. Some examples of events are: build a balsa wood boomilever, build a rubber band powered helicopter, build a car powered by a falling mass, build a Rube Goldberg device, study about astronomy, study about code breaking, study about anatomy, study about entomology, etc.
Come visit our first meeting to find out more: Wednesday, September 24th from 2:30 - 3:30 in room D135.
Here are some photos from last year's meetings and competition. link
If your child is interested in joining the Science Olympiad team, please fill in this Form for your child. link to Form
LMS Student Government
Student Government begins Monday after school in D204 until 2:55. The first school dance is Friday, October 3rd, from 7 pm to 9pm. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased in D204 during homeroom.
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Here's what is happening in our building
LMHS Athletics
LMHS Athletics
Fall Sports Photos
http://photosbyjenn.ordersportspix.com/105664
Friday 12/19 NMLL Gymnastics at 6 PM
Saturday 12/20 NMLL Gymnastics at 5:30 PM
SUNDAY 12/21
JV Ice Hockey @ St. Bernard’s (Civic Center) 7am
Track @ RLC “MSTCA Speed Classic” 10am
Girls Ice Hockey @ Longmeadow 3:40pm
MONDAY 12/22
JV/V Boys Basketball vs North Middlesex 4pm/5:30pm
JV/V Girls Basketball @ North Middlesex 4pm/5:30pm
V Ice Hockey vs Oakmont 4:30pm
TUESDAY 12/23
JV/V Girls Basketball vs Hudson 4:45pm/6:30pm
JV/V Boys Basketball @ Hudson 5:30pm/7pm
Girls Ice Hockey vs Shrewsbury (Civic Center) 4:30pm
FRIDAY 12/26
V Ice Hockey vs Leominster (Tournament) 6:30pm
SATURDAY 12/27
V Ice Hockey vs TBA (Tournament) 2pm or 4pm
SUNDAY 12/28
JV Ice Hockey @ Monty Tech (Civic Center) 8am
Track @ RLC “MSTCA Distance Classic” 8am