Lafayette Middle School

ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY Thank you to our incredible administrative professionals for your dedication and hard work—your efforts make a difference every single day!

Celebrating Excellence in Community Engagement Congratulations to Dr. Kelle Sumrall and Mrs. Lindsay McGregor, science teachers at LMS, for receiving the 2025 Excellence in Community Engagement Award with Distinction from the University of Mississippi’s Office of Community Engagement! Each year, this prestigious honor is awarded to only two projects recognized for outstanding community collaboration and impact. Dr. Sumrall and Mrs. McGregor have partnered with Dr. Joe Sumrall and his EDCI 320/520 class at Ole Miss for the past four years, engaging in dynamic, project-based learning experiences that benefit both K-12 and college students. Thanks to the Community Partnership Development Fund Grant, their students have explored science through hands-on projects like rocket launches, raised garden beds, bird and hummingbird feeders, and even earthworm farms. With support from local organic farmers, 7th-grade students have also grown their own produce and flowers. We are incredibly proud of Dr. Sumrall and Mrs. McGregor for their dedication to innovative science education.

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION DAY Thank you to all our drivers who greet our students each day with a smile and ensure that their journey to and from school is safe. We appreciate you not just today, but EVERY single day!

ART COLLABORATION Ms. Amy’s 2nd-grade artists from Ms. Holcomb’s class at LES dreamed up their very own Squishmallow characters on paper. Then, the talented students in Mrs. Patton’s Art 2 class at LMS took those designs and worked their magic—turning them into real 3D Squishmallows using felt and other fun materials! The middle schoolers made a special trip to LES to personally deliver each custom-made Squishmallow to its proud 2nd-grade designer. This heartwarming collaboration is a perfect example of how art connects us across grades and campuses.

LMS ATTENDANCE ALL-STARS A big CONGRATULATIONS to our LMS Perfect Attendance winners for the week of March 31-April 4 and April 7–April 11! These students showed up every single day, ready to learn, grow, and succeed. Ashley Neal (7th) Jasper Porter (7th) Andrew Alexander (8th) Josie East (8th) Grayson Arendale (7th) Danial Anastasio (7th) Klarisza Robinson (8th) Waylon Ferguson (8th – not pictured) Keep up the amazing effort!

LCSD will be closed this Friday, April 18, 2025. We will reopen on Monday!

LMS Celebrations! We're proud to recognize our students and staff for their outstanding achievements in March! Students of the Month March's Character Education theme was Integrity, and these students truly embodied it: 7th Grade: Khelaifah Alkendi CYara Duke Caiden Flynn Rilyn Varner 8th Grade: Kylee-Jo Hicks Walter McLarty Aden Summey Alex Sumrall Golden Helm Award A big congratulations to Mrs. Alyssa Codling, voted by our staff as the Golden Helm winner for March! Thank you for your dedication! Assistant Principal Week We also gave a huge shoutout to Coach Gray for all he does to support our students and staff every day. You are appreciated!

Happy National Assistant Principals' Week! This week, we celebrate our Assistant Principals! Your dedication, leadership, and support make a difference every day. Thank you for all that you do for our students, staff, and schools!

WE ARE HIRING! We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic educators. Click the link to apply: https://lafayette.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

STUDENT REGISTRATION Registration codes for current students have been mailed, and the registration portal is open. Join us next week for on-site assistance! https://www.gocommodores.org/page/student-registration

LMS Perfect Attendance Winners Lafayette Middle School is proud to recognize our Perfect Attendance Drawing Winners for the week of March 24 - March 26: Sarai McCoy (7), Kennedy Woodall (7), Madison Akins (8), and Jamal Malone (8). Keep up the great work, and thank you for making attendance a priority!

3/5/25 UPDATE: LITTLE SHOP OF HORROR SATURDAY NIGHT Unfortunately, the show for tonight has been canceled due to a tornado watch in the area. For anyone who bought tickets for tonight, you may get a refund from Mr. Codling at LMS.

Celebrating Our Everyday Heroes! Yesterday may have been Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, but at Lafayette, we know that every single day, our incredible paraprofessionals make a difference! Even though the weather threw us off, we can’t let the moment pass without recognizing their dedication, hard work, and the essential role they play in supporting our students and schools. Today, we also celebrate our school librarians for School Librarian Appreciation Day! From fostering a love of reading to guiding students in research and technology, our librarians are the heart of our schools. Join us in showing appreciation for these incredible team members who keep Lafayette Anchored to Excellence!

CONGRATULATIONS to our LCSD Employees of the Month for March!

CONGRATULATIONS COLORGUARD PROGRAMS! We are proud of our LHS and LMS Colorguard teams for their outstanding performances at the Mississippi Indoor Association State Finals! LHS Colorguard placed 2nd in Class SRA, taking home the Silver Medal. LMS Colorguard placed 3rd, earning the Bronze Medal in their division. Congratulations to all the performers, coaches, and supporters!

LMS Student Council’s Inspiring Spring Leadership Trip Our LMS Student Council recently embarked on a leadership trip to Jackson, MS! This journey was filled with history, inspiration, and fun as students explored key landmarks and learned from remarkable figures. Mississippi Museums – We had the honor of hearing from Hezekiah Watkins, the youngest Freedom Rider imprisoned at just 13 years old, sharing his powerful story of resilience and courage. Students explored fascinating exhibits showcasing the state’s diverse wildlife and ecosystems at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. Brent’s Diner – A delicious lunch at this historic spot, famous for its appearance in The Help. Mississippi Governor's Mansion – A guided tour gave us insight into the state’s rich political history. DEFY Trampoline Park & Shaggy’s on the Rez – Leadership and learning wrapped up with team bonding and fun! This trip was an incredible experience, reinforcing the values of leadership, history, and community.

LMS Perfect Attendance Winners Lafayette Middle School is proud to recognize our Perfect Attendance Drawing Winners for the week of March 17 - March 21! Your commitment to showing up every day and staying Anchored to Excellence sets a great example for your peers. Last week's winners: Dakota Cooper-Griggs (7), Allie Atkinson (7), Carson Babb (8), and Ella Smith (8) Keep up the great work, and thank you for making attendance a priority!

LEAD2 Students Inspire Young Readers! Ms. Smith’s LEAD2 classes at LMS celebrated Read Across America by reading to kindergarten and 1st-grade students! This collaboration gave our older students the chance to mentor and be positive role models while sharing their love for reading. Watching the joy and excitement on the younger students’ faces reminds us of the power of literacy and the impact of student leadership.

Congratulations Middle School Choirs! We are proud of our LMS Mixed Choir and LMS Women’s Choir for their outstanding performances today at the State Choir Contest in New Albany. LMS Mixed Choir – Superior in Sight Reading & Superior in Performance LMS Women’s Choir – Superior in Sight Reading & Excellent in Performance

Congratulations Middle School Choirs! We are proud of our LMS Mixed Choir and LMS Women’s Choir for their outstanding performances today at the State Choir Contest in New Albany. LMS Mixed Choir – Superior in Sight Reading & Superior in Performance LMS Women’s Choir – Superior in Sight Reading & Excellent in Performance