Lovinggood Middle School

Mission Statement and School Improvement Plan

The staff of Lovinggood Middle School is dedicated to promoting an environment that fosters an alliance among staff, students, parents, and community. Each one of us is committed to educating and encouraging intellectually reflective adolescents en route to a lifetime of meaningful work.

Beliefs that guide us:

All students must be given the opportunity to develop their individual gifts.

Schools must set high academic and social expectations.

Schools must have challenging learning environments which provide strategies and skills to develop independent thinking and lifelong learning.

Teachers must be knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and passionate about their subject matter and student achievement.

Schools must provide an emotionally and physically safe environment for all students to achieve their maximum potential.

Parents, teachers, and students must work together to reinforce a positive climate.

SPLOST III

The Cobb County Board of Education unanimously approved a five-year, $798 million capital improvements plan for schools to be funded by an extension of the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST). The current SPLOST expires on Dec. 31, 2008 and can be extended only with approval by Cobb County voters. The school board approved the plan as part of a resolution calling for a SPLOST III public referendum to be held Sept. 16, 2008. A SPLOST is a one-cent sales tax on all retail goods sold in Cobb County.

Click here for SPLOST III information specific to Lovinggood

Summer Reading Lists

Click here to download a copy of summer reading requirments.

One Pager
One Pager Sample
Story Map Alternate

Download General Supply List

Click here for Parables for Success for Sixth Graders

Summer Math Packets

Please do not copy the math tasks word for word. You do, however, have to write the equation, expression or numerical problem for each item. Make sure that you show your work for all tasks assigned.

Information for the Upcoming School Year

Book bags must be able to fit in the locker. Rolling bookbags will not work. The locker dimensions are approximately 1foot (width) x 3 feet (length).
When planning your wardrobe for next year, take a close look at the school’s dress code. The most common infractions are as follows: (1) Skirts or shorts that are not long enough. The fabric must be below your longest finger. An inch of fabric below the longest finger is a good rule to follow. (2) Shower shoes worn as sandals or flip flops are another violation. Flip flops must have some decoration or have hard or thick soles to be worn at school. (3) Athletic shorts are only permitted for gym classes. Make sure you dress for success.
Remember the Summer Reading and Math Packets. Follow the instructions and submit work on the due date.
CRCT reports will be available during the summer. The Cobb County School District will publicize the dates to pick up CRCT reports on their website at www.cobbk12.org.
Plan ahead for the hustle and bustle before the school year begins. Visit the district’s website for the Meal Pay Program (school lunch) and Bus Locator. You will also find information about Cobb Board policies (“I” Instruction, “J” Student Code of Conduct). Finally, if your child needs to carry medicine, look for the permission form.
Mark your calendars…
            Meet and Greet
                        Friday, August 8, 2008
                        8th grade 1:00—2:00
                        7th grade 2:00—3:00
                        6th grade 3:00—4:00
            PTSA Open House, 6:30 p.m.
                        6th grade—Monday, August 25, 2008
                        7th & 8th grade—Thursday, August28, 2008

Great job Lovinggood PTSA!

At the South Cobb PTA general meeting which was held on May 1, Lovinggood PTSA received the most Certificates of Excellence for the following programs:

Community Outreach

Health/Youth

Communications

Membership

Arts in Education

Parent and Family Involvement

Thanks to the Judi Wolovick, Sheila Pope (co-presidents), the LMS Executive Board and committee chairs for doing an outstanding job.

Registration

Early Registration for Private or Home schooled students will be
May 7-9 by appointment only.
Please call your grade level counselor to set up an appointment.

Regina Abernathy (678) 331-3015 ext. 234 - 6th Grade
Angel Williamson (678) 331-3015 ext. 235 - 7th Grade
Theresa Horace (678) 331-3015 ext. 232 - 8th Grade

Also
Early Registration for the 2008/2009 School Year will be held on July 22nd.
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

NOTE - The State of Georgia has recently added additional immunization requirements for Kindergarten and 6th grade students.

To help ensure that the enrollment process for your child goes as smoothly as possible, please read carefully the following guidelines:

What Will The School Need To Enroll My Child?
1. An official copy of the student's Social Security card/number (A parent or guardian who objects to the incorporation of the social security number into the school records of a child may have the requirement waived by signing a statement objecting to the requirement .

2. Immunization/Health Screening Requirements:
Georgia law requires that each student present the following forms prior to being enrolled:

A. Georgia Department of Human Resources Form 3231 "Certificate of Immunization" showing that the child has adequate protection against varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), tetanus (lockjaw), polio, measles, rubella (German measles) and mumps.

Further guidelines:
        · The Certificate of Immunization (Form 3231) must be signed by a physician licensed under the laws of Georgia OR by a qualified employee of a county health department.
        · A child who cannot be immunized because of a medical disability can be given a special certificate by a licensed physician or a county health department. If a child is not immunized for religious reasons, an exemption waiver must be obtained from the School District.
        · Immunization Requirements for students entering sixth grade:

Students entering the sixth grade must have a certificate showing proof of two measles, two mumps and rubella vaccinations administered since the first birthday. Sixth graders must also have a certificate for 2 varicella (chicken pox) vaccinations or history of disease or blood test and date by the health care provider.

Fifth to sixth grade transition guide for students entering middle school this fall. Click here to download.

General Scheduling PowerPoint

Tuition Summer School Dates, Location, and Fees

For those students in danger of being retained due to failing grades, Tuition Summer School will be held 8:00 AM to 12:20 PM June 5 - July 2 at Daniel Middle School. Cost is $225 ($250 for non-district students) per class. Transportation is not provided.

CRCT Summer School Dates, Locations

Middle School CRCT Summer School, for eighth graders who have failed the CRCT Reading and/or Math sections of the test, will be held 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM June 4 - June 26 (in addition, there is one make-up date for the test: June 27) at Lovinggood Middle School. There is no cost, and transportation is provided, but only for those students for whom Lovinggood is the home school. "Choice" students, for example, will have to provide their own transportation if they opt not to attend CRCT Summer School at their home school. Otherwise, "choice" students must attend CRCT at their home school.

Georgia's New Graduation Requirements

Parents received information regarding Georgia's new high school graduation requirements during conference week.
For more information, please visit http://www.cobbk12.org/generalinfo/graduationfaq.htm

Honors Leadership Academy for Young Women

Attention Lovinggood 6th - 8th Grade Ladies:

Take advantage of the leadership academy on the campus
of the University of West Georgia called the LEARN to LIVE Together,
Honors Leadership Academy for Young Women.

July 6-11, 2008.

For more information, visit the Learn to Live website or download the brochure.
Girls who are interested may pick up an application in the Guidance Office.

Earning Plus Learning

Kroger Parent Letter

Character Trait of the Month:

ACCOMPLISHMENT
Pride and appreciation for attaining one's goals

Perseverance
Working hard without giving up.

Courage
To meet a challenge without giving in to fear.

Patience
The power to wait calmly without complaining.

Moderation
Avoiding extremes.

Wisdom
Good judgment; ability to make reasoned decisions; insight.

“Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all.”

Dale Carnegie

Help Us Honor Young Volunteers
2008 Prudenttial Spirit of Community Award
National Middle School Association is proud to support this unique youth recognition program sponsored by Prudential Financial, which honors middle level and high school students for exemplary volunteer activities.
to apply: www.prudential.com/spirit

End of Year Awards Criteria