The Back to School Smore Newsletter explains the varied ways school reopens this year. We wish all Lawrence Learners a great school year. https://www.smore.com/qngmh READ MORE >
PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK TO ORDER YOUR STUDENTS MEALS https://forms.gle/UBDn3iUyZt6C... ALL MEALS ARE FREE FOR ALL STUDENTS Menu Breakfast: Assorted Whole Grain Reduced Cereals with WG Honey Graham Crackers Assorted WG Muffins Above served with Low Fat or Fat Free Milk, fresh fruit or 100% Concentrated Juice Lunch: Sandwich American Cheese on WW Bread... READ MORE >
Our 2020-2021 Calendar & Information Guide can be found at the link below: https://tinyurl.com/LawrenceCalendar20-21 READ MORE >
Lawrence is ready for September. Instruction for Remote and Hybrid learners will allow them to reach their highest potential. Read the updates here:https://www.smore.com/0j128 READ MORE >
The COVID-19 health crisis has changed the operations of our homes, businesses and schools. Lawrence is committed to provided the best education for our learners in the safest environment. As we move toward September we continue to monitor the infection rate and prepare our buildings for staff and the hybrid cohorts . This link will take you to the complete plan,... READ MORE >
Lawrence families have indicated their preference from the models available for the start of school. Currently 35 percent of our families have indicated they would like the full remote model. Classes are being finalized and balanced now. We will be able to continue to enroll families into full remote, if desired. Moving into hybrid changes will take place at the... READ MORE >
There are important decisions for our Lawrence families to make regarding September instruction. Please read more in the newsletter. Our commitment is to provide excellent education for our learners in both models. Health and Safety are guiding principles as we move onward during this health crisis. https://www.smore.com/fsja0Remind you children to wear a mask,... READ MORE >
These meetings are to help parents/guardians better understand the Hybrid & Remote options. In order to join a meeting, you must register at least 1 hour in advance. A link to join the meeting will be emailed to you 1 hour before the meeting. Each meeting has a limited number of spots, but additional meetings will be scheduled. We will also be scheduling meetings... READ MORE >
Our full reopening plan can be found at https://www.lawrence.org/o/lawrence-school-district/browse/157315 in Spanish and English. The reopening of schools is a fluid situation and we await further guidance. Thank you, Dr. Pedersen READ MORE >
The summary of our reopening plan can be found through this link: https://www.smore.com/zdbeuThank you and Be safe READ MORE >
Please use these links for the latest updates for September 2020. The timeline for releasing the schedules involves awaiting the Govenor’s announcement. This is expected by August 7th. Englishhttps://www.smore.com/p8y3hSpanish https://www.smore.com/bjsdh READ MORE >
Please help the Lawrence Reopening committee by completing a survey by noon on Tuesday, July 28th. The survey can be found on our websites and app or by going to: https://forms.gle/51wybnVAy69P4spi6 READ MORE >
An updates on the Lawrence District planning for September 2020 can be found on this link https://www.smore.com/yc4rxUpdated July 17 Edition https://www.smore.com/15a0tSpanish https://www.smore.com/ut67x READ MORE >
Please see some of the wonderful things happening in Lawrence to support our learners. https://www.smore.com/7zudq READ MORE >
Important news from Gammys Pantry. The window for this opportunity is two weeks! This Friday Gammys Pantry volunteers will be trained by representatives from Assemblywoman Missy Millers office to assist community members in completing paper applications for anyone that is unable to complete the process on the link provided. Gammys Pantry will have a table with... READ MORE >
The Class of 2020's Virtual Graduation can found at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ObpTsJlElnvgCQGog_C9vs0WaicZ9SA5/view?usp=sharing The graduation can be downloaded and shared with family and friends. To download and save the graduation, click the icon located on the top right of the screen and follow the instructions to download and save the... READ MORE >
An updates on the Lawrence District planning for September 2020 can be found on this link https://www.smore.com/yc4rx READ MORE >
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With the year quickly coming to end, we are sharing some upcoming events & important dates for our students. The calendar below contains information on events happening in June. Please check your school websites & the district website for any changes and new information as the dates approach. The calendars can also be viewed by clicking here: English / Spanish READ MORE >
Above, please find the Grading Rubric that LMS teachers will use to determine 4th Marking Period grades. Please take note as to how the rubric pays special attention to online participation. It is important for students to attend and participate in all scheduled live classes to continue receiving instruction through the end of the School Year. READ MORE >
Attention LMS Seniors!!!Graduation is right around the corner, and we are excited to celebrate all your hardwork over the years at LMS. To create a graduation that truly represents the graduating class, all 8th graders are asked to submit a picture, a quote, and/or a short statement that you feel represents who you have become over your years at Lawrence Middle... READ MORE >
Exciting News!All Lawrence Middle School students will soon be receiving a letter invitation and headset in the mail to complete the Reading Assistant Plus Challenge. Reading Assistant Plus provides intensive reading practice by listening as students read each word aloud and delivers immediate support whenever a learner struggles with or mispronounces a word... READ MORE >
The STEAM Fair is an event that I look forward to every year. A demonstration of what can be achieved when our children have a simple idea and work diligently to make their idea a reality. While we will miss the excitement of navigating room to room awaiting the inspiring work behind the doors and interacting with our families - it is no less exciting to see what... READ MORE >
Dear Lawrence Families, Please see details about Food Resources that are available during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Details can be found in the link below, accessible with your lawrence.org email. Food Resources If you cannot access the live document, we have also attached listed the details below: Food Resources Available During Covid-19 Crisis United Way... READ MORE >
The Lawrence Support Staff (Psychologists, School Counselors, Social Workers, and our interns) have made a video of Self-Care Strategies to use while we are all Coping with Covid and the Quarantine. We hope you can use some of these ideas to recharge and take care of yourself during these times of stress. Click the link below: Self Care Strategies READ MORE >
Lawrence is proud of the work ethic of our students and their desire to reach for academic success. In this unprecedented time of crisis, the New York State Education Department has removed the Regent testing requirement for students accumulating credits this year toward graduation, or reaching for the Advanced Regent Diploma. Also removed are all 3-8 math, science... READ MORE >
Please click on the link below for a Parents Guide to Google Classroom in English. English Haga clic en el enlace a continuación para obtener una Guía para padres de Google Classroom en español. Spanish READ MORE >
Hello LMS Families!I hope you are all well and following the federal health guidelines. Please be advised that we will be cleaning out your child's locker. We will have all of the contents bagged, labeled and ready for pick up on the following days.Grade 6: Thursday, April 2nd 8am - 11amGrade 7: Thursday, April 2nd 12pm - 3pmGrade 8: Friday, April 3rd 8am -... READ MORE >
As we prepare to begin offering distance learning, we ask that each student log into their lawrence.org e-mails and activate their distance learning accounts. Instructions on how to do this can be found using the link below: Getting Started We are working on class schedules; these schedules will be shared in the upcoming days. If you have trouble accessing... READ MORE >
The links below will provide Distance Learning resources for you and your students. These links can also be found using the "Distance Learning" drop down menu on all school websites. Lawrence Distance Learning Academy Student E-mail Login Letter from iTutor in English / Spanish Distance Learning Resources for Primary School Students Distance Learning... READ MORE >
We are happy to share that Altice has a free internet option for families of students who do not have internet access at home. For more information and to learn how to sign up click here. Nos complace compartir que Altice tiene una opción gratuita de internet para familias de estudiantes que no tienen acceso a internet en sus hogares. Para obtener más información... READ MORE >
Lawrence Middle School band and orchestra students are encouraged to pick up their instruments and music folders. The music rooms will be open on Thursday, March 19 & Friday, March 20.For everyone's safety, and to limit the number of people in the building at one time, we ask that you follow the schedule below. There will be a sign-out sheet in each room. Please... READ MORE >
Lawrence Families, Due to concerns regarding the COVID-19 virus, Lawrence Middles School’s Parent/Teacher conferences will be held via phone call, rather than in person. Our teachers will be calling parents the evening of Parent/Teacher Conferences,Thursday, March 19th, through Google Meet. Teachers will call those parents who made appointments on Teacher... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) is March 2-6th. This year’s NSBW campaign theme, “Out of This World,” reminds us that school breakfast provides a healthy and energizing start to the day for students. At Lawrence Schools we will be celebrating NSBW by offering free breakfast to all students. Whitsons encourage families to take... READ MORE >
We are extremely excited to greet our Lawrence Middle School students in our newly renovated main lobby! Beginning on Monday, January 6th, only LMS students will use the front entrance, as we have done in the past. Any student being dropped off, will be dropped off on Broadway and enter through the main entrance. Administration and school safety will help with... READ MORE >
On December 13, 2019, we were fortunate enough to get a visit from the Book Fairies! Every student within the middle school was provided with time to visit the school library with their classroom teacher to "shop" through the book fair. Similar to a traditional book fair, students were able to view a wide variety of genres. However, what makes the book fairies... READ MORE >
Check out our live morning announcements for updates and news regarding Lawrence Middle School! December 20, 2019 Announcements November 22, 2019 Announcements A special thank you to our media club for another great presentation of announcements. READ MORE >
On October 17, 2019 our grade 8 students participated in our RICH Reflections program at Lawrence Middle School. RICH Reflections Day is modeled after the award-winning Challenge Day Program. This program has received numerous awards throughout the nation, as it has touched the lives of many pre-teens and teens nationwide. At Lawrence Middle School, our 8th... READ MORE >
MealPlaner is a mobile platform that brings your menus, nutrition information, meal ingredients and real time allergen information to the fingertips of students, parents and school district staff. This user friendly menu viewing tool allows our customers to build their own profile. Visit https://www.fdmealplanner.com/ READ MORE >
Today our students honored those from 9/11 by partaking in a flag ceremony. With help from our staff, students assisted in the rising of our flag to half mast in memory of those that lost their life in 9/11. With many of the lessons learned from this day, we remember that extraordinary heroes are often disguised and ordinary people, and our spirit is unbreakable.... READ MORE >
Students in Ms. Sanchez and Ms. Berry's class joined with students from LES and LHS at the Surfers Healing event at Lido Beach West. Volunteer surf pros come from as far away as Hawaii to ride the waves with our students. Many of our students received medals for their surfing skills, while their classmates cheered them on from the sand. A great time was had by... READ MORE >
School begins on Thursday, September 5th.You can use the links below to view the school supply lists for the upcoming year.6th Grade Supply List7th Grade Supply List8th Grade Supply List READ MORE >
On Monday, May 20, 2019, 8th grade students from Lawrence Middle School joined students from HAFTR Middle School, Bell Academy, staff, family and friends to view their Names, Not Numbers Documentary. The students applied early on in the school year to have the chance to participate in this one in a kind curriculum which bequeaths the memories, stories and lessons... READ MORE >
The Lawrence Middle School STEAM Fair was filled with excitement as students exhibited their creative and innovative projects. The dedication and commitment each student showed is a true reflection of the ability one holds to make an idea a reality. Through the night, Mrs. Gallopini and Mr. Watts organized musical performances to highlight the musical talent... READ MORE >
Next Week is Career Awareness week! Students will be working in the school based NAVIANCE system creating career profiles. 6th graders will be doing a Strengths Explorer. This assessment will develop student understanding of what they may be good at. 7th graders will be taking the Career Key Assessment. This will help students identify prominent... READ MORE >
Throughout the week of March 25th, Grade 6 students traveled to the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory to take a dive into the wonderful world of DNA. To begin the experience, students solved a forensic mystery by collecting and analyzing various types of physical and DNA evidence. By conducting DNA sequencing comparisons, students ultimately decided the validity of the... READ MORE >
On Tuesday, March 26, Village of Lawrence Mayor Alex Edelman and Village Administrator Ronald Goldman visited Lawrence Middle School to celebrate the accomplishments of 8th graders who submitted their "If I were Mayor..." essays. Dr. Ann Pedersen, Superintendent of Schools, also enjoyed celebrating the writing of the 8th graders. Mayor Edelman shared his... READ MORE >
On Thursday, March 14, 2019, a group of enthusiastic, highly motivated, and dedicated seventh and eighth grade students represented Lawrence Middle School at the Long Island Science and Engineering Fair (LISEF) at the Crest Hollow Country Club. At the fair, the students competed against the top students from various districts throughout Long Island. In total, there... READ MORE >
On Thursday, March 7, 2019, a group of forty-one enthusiastic and motivated sixth and seventh grade STEM class students from Lawrence Middle School participated in an Egg Drop Challenge at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City. The students competed against other students from various schools. The students were accompanied by their STEM teachers, Mrs.... READ MORE >
The success of the Iron Giraffe Challenge continues to grow! At this point, students have raised their initial goal of $1,000, which earns Lawrence Middle School the opportunity to submit their name for a possible visit by the author of A Long Walk To Water. Students are still collecting donations from the Iron Giraffe Challenge. Please stay tuned to discover the... READ MORE >
On Wednesday, February 13, and Thursday, February 14, 2019, the 7th grade students at Lawrence Middle School participated in the Iron Giraffe Challenge. Before the challenge, students read and learned about the hardships, perseverance and the grit of the characters in our CCLS book, A Long Walk to Water, by Linda Sue Park. As part of the 7th grade ELA curriculum... READ MORE >
The first issue of the trumpet is here! Thank you to Mrs. Kampton and all of our LMS Trumpet members for the first newspaper publication during the 2018 - 2019 school year. Be sure to take a look inside to see at all the wonderful events that have occurred this year and some informative articles about Lawrence Middle School!The Trumpet READ MORE >
During this month, our Grade 7 students had the opportunity to visit United Skates and engage in a three hour program that combines STEM education and physical education in an exciting format. During the lessons, students were able to witness various ways in which Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math come together in real world situations. Students worked... READ MORE >
Rohan Murphy is a nationally recognized motivational speaker who has traveled all over the United States giving his message of perseverance and no excuses to youth everywhere. On Feburary 7, 2019, Rohan graced our Middle School with his unbelievable message of being inclusive and having hope. Rohan Murphy was told many times that he would not able to achieve his... READ MORE >
On Friday, February 1, 2019, the Middle School had their second Town Hall of the school year. Town Hall is an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to reflect on the exciting events going on every day at LMS. Grades 6, 7, and 8 are brought together to celebrate what goes on at LMS, and remember that each student is an important part of our community. Our... READ MORE >
During the week of January 22-25, the Middle School celebrated Positive Praise Week. An important aspect of the week involves students reflecting on our Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Caring, and Honesty. Ms. Berry and Mrs. Velthaus have proudly displayed their student work around RICH. Nice job! READ MORE >
Lawrence Public Schools hosted the Nassau Music Educators Association Division 1 West All County Festival for the fifth year during the first week of January. 5th grade students from schools throughout Nassau County attended rehearsals at the Broadway Campus. Close to 600 students, were greeted by Lawrence Music Honor Society students, Music staff and our... READ MORE >
On Wednesday, October 24, 2018, twenty-five sixth and eighth grade students from Lawrence Middle School participated in a KidWind competition at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City. In preparation for this exciting event, the middle school students worked in teams during their STEM classes under the guidance of Mrs. Ubertini, Mrs. Sarceno, and Mr.... READ MORE >