Lawrence Middle School

Lawrence Public Schools is challenging all of us to pick up a book and read this summer! Families of remote students in grades 1 through 11 can pick up their summer reading bags from the main entrance of the Early Childhood Center (#4 School) on Tuesday, June 22 from 8AM-11AM or 1PM-3PM.

8th grade graduates with the last name between the letters of A-Mc are participating in 9:30am ceremony. Students with the last name between Me-Z are participating in the 11am ceremony. A-Mc students must meet at the middle school by 8:15am, as the bus departs at 8:30am. Me-Z students must meet at the middle school by 9:45am, as the bus departs at 10am to Sunny Atlantic Beach Club. Parents must arrange transportation home. Transportation will NOT be provided at the conclusion of the ceremony. To help clarify your graduation time, tickets can be picked up at the middle school on Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:45am-2:30pm. Tickets are not necessary to enter, for you will be checked in at the door. Calls will be made to families for any additional ticket request that were approved.

On Friday, June 18th, all hybrid BLUE & GREEN students will have their 8th grade day periods 7 & 8.  On the same day, REMOTE students will have a virtual 8th grade day with games and activities during our periods 7 & 8.  In spirit with Lawrence, please wear blue & gold.  All REMOTE students that would like their yearbook, please pick it up at our front security desk Thursday, June 17th or Friday, June 18th between 8:45am-2:30pm. Thank you and i am looking forward to it all!!

IMPORTANT! Please see the below link with information on our 8th grade promotional ceremony and ticket request. Wednesday, June 17th is the deadline to request your tickets. Note, the event location has an open roof for increased ventilation. Outside guidelines will be followed. Enjoy your day! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sm0XhAC1oL8dU16Bcu8gzB94gITPkwP3e2zuxwd5clk/edit?usp=sharing

Please see the below link with information on our 8th grade promotional ceremony and ticket request. Have a nice weekend! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sm0XhAC1oL8dU16Bcu8gzB94gITPkwP3e2zuxwd5clk/edit?usp=sharing

8th grade students, On June 11th & 18th, please join us as we celebrate your middle school years.  All Green and Gold students will have their 8th grade day on June 11th periods 7 & 8.  All Green and Blue students will have their 8th grade day on June 18th periods 7 & 8.  Remote students will have a virtual 8th grade day with games and activities on June 18th periods 7 & 8.  In spirit with Lawrence, please wear blue & gold.  Thank you and I am looking forward to it all!!

Dear Lawrence Students and Staff, NYS Governor’s office and the DOH have aligned guidance to schools with the CDC. Masks OUTDOORS on school grounds do NOT need to be worn. The option to wear a mask OUTDOORS is a choice. Indoors, masks must be worn. Teachers and staff will direct mask breaks in alignment with our reopening plan. Our reopening committee met quickly this morning to confirm the newest guidance. NO MASKS OUTDOORS ONLY Thank you for you cooperation and support of one another. Dr. Pedersen

Please see the link below regarding our Saturday Regent's Academy starting June 5th at 10am.  Thank you and hope to see you there! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CIIqsgdKBwuD42mvg4AiI_nMIz3iect9/view?usp=sharing

We hope you will join us for tonight's live stream of the High School Broadway Showcase Revue "Human Connection-What We've Gained!" The live stream will begin at 7 PM. Please use this link to join: https://youtu.be/twn9c5rXJNE The link can also be found on our website and a reminder will be sent around 6:30PM.

Dear Families of Students Enrolled in Regents Level Classes,   In March, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) updated its actions on a series of emergency regulations to allow for exemptions to diploma requirements associated with the June 2021 Regents Exams.  Seventh (Honors) & Eighth grade students enrolled in Regents courses are NOT required to take the Algebra I and Living Environment Regents Exams IF passing the course for the year.  This means that a student must have an overall passing grade of 65 to be exempt.  The score that the student obtains on their Regents Exam can be placed on their transcript or replaced with an ‘E’ for exempt.  If your child is 100% remote, they will have to come into school to take the Regents Exam(s) since the exam(s) cannot be taken at home.  If your child is passing both courses, use the Google link below if you wish to have your child take the Algebra I and/or the Living Environment Regents Exam(s) by Friday, June 11, 2021  so that we can make the appropriate arrangements. All other students will need to take one or both Regents if course(s) grade falls below a passing mark.   https://forms.gle/SnQTfWgjSSSm4dCv5  Sincerely,   Willis Perry  Principal 

Please be advised that we will be having our 8th grade "In-Person" promotional ceremony on Thursday, June 24th at Lawrence HS. Please note the change in date from calendar posting. We have aligned our celebration with the HS. More information is soon to come regarding the starting time(s) Thank you!

Lawrence Music Tri-M music honor society recital showcased the depth and breadth of our talented student musicians. The entire music department staff have well prepared these amazing musicians. Performance is available on our channel through link posted.

Save the date! Broadway Showcase - https://youtu.be/twn9c5rXJNE Date: Thursday, May 27th. 7:00 PM Title: Human Connection: What We've Gained. A Musical Theatre Revue The Music and Drama Department at Lawrence High School Proudly Presents: Human Connection: What We've Gained. This musical theatre revue covers topics such as social emotional intelligence, communication, loss, struggle, triumph, and many of the beautiful things that we have gained over the course of the last year.

Dear Remote Families,  Our district wide Mental Wellness Spirit Week is fast approaching. In order to help support our students, we plan on having different events throughout the week that all focus on being the "BEST YOU" during these stressful times. On Friday, April 30th, our students are being asked to wear our Wellness T-Shirts for Fitness Friday. We are asking that you pick-up your child's T-Shirt from Friday, April 23rd - Thursday, April 29th between the hours of 8:45am-2:30pm. The shirts will be at the security desk where you will need to sign for them. If you have any questions or need an earlier pick-up time, please contact us at (516) 295-7111. Thank you

Good afternoon Lawrence Middle School! Our Mental Wellness Spirit week begins on Monday, April 26th. Let's work together to learn about the importance of Mental and Physical Health on Academic Success! We will celebrate the many ways we can impact our brain and body in positive ways. On Friday, April 30th, students and staff will wear our matching T-shirts. Full remote learners, please watch for a message on how and when to pick up your shirt. A letter and flyer with the week’s events can be found at: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1222513/LMS.pdf

Good morning Lawrence families. This Thursday (April 22nd), Northwell Health will be at the Five Towns Community Center distributing Coronavirus vaccines to individuals 18 years & older. Appointments are required and can be made online at https://northwellvaccine.force.com/s/?id=a1T4x000007TenCEAS

Good afternoon Lawrence families. The reopening committee reconvened to discuss new guidance issued last week by New York State Department of Health. A letter outlining the proposed changes is linked below. Please use the link found in the letter to complete a brief survey indicating your comfort level on each of the proposed changes by noon on Monday, April 19th. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1216054/Reopening_Plan_Changes.pdf

Please open link to view testing letter and schedule for next week. If you have any questions, please contact us at (516) 295-7111 or (516) 295-7021. https://lawrencemiddleschool.lawrence.org/o/lawrence-middle-school/page/testing

Please join us for our "LMS Community Circle" end-of-year event on Tuesday, April 13th at 6pm. During the event will be providing information on the following: Health & Safety Updates Remote, Hybrid, Every Day Instructional Options State and School Testing Plan and Schedule 8th Grade Promotional Ceremony MS Events & Activities Honor Roll Video Please use the link below to register for our Community Circle event. Be certain to sign-up before Tuesday, April 13th at 12 noon. Once registered, you will receive an invite by 3pm that same day. https://forms.gle/xNqmRoqGwxVUG5fc8 Thank you 

Good afternoon Lawrence families! The current grant Lawrence received to provide Hotspots to families in need will be expiring after this year. We are in the process of applying for a new grant that will allow students and their families who do not have internet access at home to receive internet for free through AT&T through June 2022. The application can be completed tomorrow from 12-4PM at Lawrence Primary (#2) School by the gym doors. The application, and more information on the program, can also be found at https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1181806/AT_T_Application_Waiver.pdf