Eagle's Post - 7/14/25

Dear Families,

I hope this message finds you well and enjoying a restful summer! As we look ahead to the start of the school year, I am excited to share this edition of The Eagle’s Post, which includes important updates and key dates to help your family prepare for a strong start.

One of the highlights I’m thrilled to share is a welcome letter from our new Assistant Principal, Ms. Manypenny. She brings incredible energy and she’s looking forward to getting to know our students and families. Be sure to read her note to learn more about the enthusiasm and care she will bring to her role.

This newsletter also outlines several important upcoming events you won’t want to miss, including:

• 6th Grade Orientation on Wednesday, August 6th

• Walk Your Schedule Day on Thursday, August 7th

• Curriculum Nights the week of August 25th

We’ve also included details about school supplies, Fall athletics, and how to access Free and Reduced Lunch and CUSD95 Fee Waiver applications. These items are designed to support a smooth and successful transition back to school.

Please take a few moments to review the full newsletter so you're up to speed and ready for the great year ahead!

Have a wonderful week!

Anthony Dengler
Principal

Thursday, August 7, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Walk Your Schedule Day

Wednesday, August 13, 2025
First Full Day of School

Friday, August 22, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
6th Grade Activity Night

Monday, August 25, 2025 | 6:15 PM – 8:30 PM
6th Grade Curriculum Night

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 | 6:15 PM – 8:30 PM
7th & 8th Grade Curriculum Night

Dear MSS Students and Families!

I am very much looking forward to meeting all of you on the first day of school or at our “Walk your Schedule” event. If you are an incoming 6th grader or new to the school, WELCOME- I’m new too! We can learn and grow together! If you are a returning student, I cannot wait to hear all the things you love about MSS, see your smiling faces, and hear about your summer adventures! Until then I hope you are getting outside, sleeping in, and/or enjoying extra time with family and friends. The 25-26 school year is going to be great!

Sincerely, Ms. Manypenny

On Wednesday, August 6th, between 9:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., all incoming 6th-grade students will have an opportunity to attend the Middle School South 6th grade orientation. During the orientation, there will be several activities that will allow students to familiarize themselves with our building and meet some new classmates. There will be several staff members here throughout the day to help guide students. Parents can drop off their students beginning at 9:15 AM at the main entrance and pick them up at 12:00 PM.

All Middle School South students will have the ability to walk their schedules on Thursday, August 7th from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm. Parents and students will be able to walk the building with their schedules to become familiar with the school. Students will also be able to access their lockers and place supplies/materials in them.

The first day of student attendance is Wednesday, August 13th. As a reminder, the first day of school is a full day, from 7:20 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.

Please mark your calendar with the following dates:

Monday, August 25th: 6th Grade Curriculum Night; 6:15 PM - 8:30 PM

Tuesday, August 26th: 7th & 8th Grade Curriculum Night; 6:15 PM - 8:30 PM

A current grade-level list of school supplies can be found on the school website. You can also access the middle school supply lists by clicking here.

To Find more information about Free and Reduced Lunch Waivers and CUSD95 Fee Waivers, please visit our Business and Operations section of the LZ95 website: https://www.lz95.org/departments/business-operations.

There are two separate applications for 1)Free and Reduced Lunch Waivers and 2) CUSD 95 Fee Waivers. The School Board of Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95 requires a separate application for a waiver of school fees (click here for board policy 4:130 on waiver of student fees) and free and reduced lunch.

Links to the forms, and information can be found under the section: Free & Reduced Lunch and Fee Waivers.

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 try-outs 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 try-outs. 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.

Below is information regarding tryouts, season schedules, and other information for our Fall athletic teams.

Softball:

Tryouts: Monday, August 11th, Tuesday, August 12th, and Wednesday, August 13th @ 2:20 PM - PLEASE NOTE THESE DAYS ARE PRIOR TO THE START OF SCHOOL.

Click here for a flyer.

Click here to see this season's schedule.

Cross Country:

No tryout required

Student Informational Meeting: Thursday, August 14th @ 2:20 PM

Click here for information about optional early practices beginning Monday, August 4th.

Click here to sign up for early practices.

Season Schedule

Boys Soccer:

Tryouts: Friday, August 15th & Monday, August 18th @ 2:20 PM

Season Schedule

Pom Poms:

Clinics: Tuesday, September 9th & Wednesday, September 10th @ 2:20 PM

Tryouts: Thursday, September 11th @ 2:20 PM

Season Schedule

Girls Basketball:

Tryouts: Monday, September 15th & Tuesday, September 16th @ 2:20 PM

Season Schedule