๐ฃ Attention Parents of LPM 8th graders !
Join us for 9th Grade Scheduling Night on
๐ Monday, March 9, 2026
โฐ 6:30โ8:00 PM
๐ LPHS Commons
Students should bring their NEON PINK LPHS Course Request Worksheet from Mrs. Perry. (If they donโt have one, weโll provide it!)
Families will have the opportunity to ask questions about courses and scheduling for next year.
If youโre unable to attend, please return the NEON PINK Course Request Worksheet to the LPHS Guidance Department as soon as possible to help secure preferred courses.
We look forward to welcoming our incoming 9th graders! ๐๐

Thursday 3/5/26 - 6:00 PM
8th Grade Recognition Night
Go Dragons!

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Lake Placid Middle School SGA Celebrates Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!
This week, LPM will proudly participate in Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month with a spirit week (March 2โ6, 2026) to promote understanding and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Join us tomorrow, Thursday 3/5/26 by dressing up to show your support:
Thursday: Wear Orange for ADHD Awareness

This week, LPM will proudly participate in Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month with a spirit week (March 2โ6, 2026) to promote understanding and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Join us tomorrow, Wednesday 3/4/26 by dressing up to show your support:
Wednesday: Wear Purple for Tourette Syndrome Awareness

Away Game
LPM at Sebring Middle
Tuesday 3/3/26 at 6:00 PM
Go Dragons!

This week, LPM will proudly participate in Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month with a spirit week (March 2โ6, 2026) to promote understanding and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Join us tomorrow, Tuesday 3/3/26 by dressing up to show your support:
๐๐ Tuesday: Wear BLUE & YELLOW for Down Syndrome Awareness

Next week, LPM will proudly participate in Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month with a special spirit week (March 2โ6, 2026) to promote understanding and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Join us by dressing up each day to show your support:
๐ Monday: Wear GREEN for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness
๐๐ Tuesday: Wear BLUE & YELLOW for Down Syndrome Awareness
๐ Wednesday: Wear PURPLE for Tourette Syndrome Awareness
๐งก Thursday: Wear ORANGE for ADHD Awareness
๐ Friday: Wear RAINBOW to support Autism Awareness
Letโs come together as a school community to celebrate differences, promote kindness, and support inclusion for all. We canโt wait to see LPM showing their colors!
LPM SGA
#LPMproud #DevelopmentalDisabilitiesAwareness #LakePlacidMiddle #LPMSGA

Please make plans to attend to learn more about LPM Cheer.
Thursday 2/26/26
5"30 PM - LPM Media Center
Today is the day for our February Lock-in (Monday 2/23/26).
3:30 to 5:00 and students can stay for the Volleyball game starting at 5:00 if they like.
$5.00 for both the Lock-in and Volleyball game.
Concessions will be sold during Lock-in as well.
Go Dragons!
LPM vs. HGM
2/19/26
6:00 PM
Pre-purchase tickets at: https://gofan.co/event/5882107?schoolId=FL67503

Join us on Thursday, February 26 at 6:00 pm to find out about our exciting plans for the 2026 marching band season!
Pizza and refreshments provided for all students in attendance
Participating in the LPH Band will enable you to learn new skills, make instant friendships and have fun with music while showcasing your school spirit.
Be part of a great tradition! We are โOne Band, One Sound, One Dragonโ.
We have spots available for all instruments (brass, percussion, and woodwinds) as well as the Dragonettes Colorguard! (Prior experience with music is helpful but not required)
Please scan the Code in the Flyer if you plan to attend!

LPM Media Center
2/16/26 @ 5:30 PM
We will be:
Reviewing scheduling and elective options for next year
Analyzing our latest assessment and progress monitoring data
Planning strategically for a strong finish to this school year

All athletes must have a 2.0 GPA and a current physical packet uploaded to: https://athleticclearance.fhsaahome.org/
Conditioning will take place on Tuesday & Thursday 2/17 to 3/5/26.
Tryouts will take place 3/9 to 3/12/26.
Games start in April

Mark your calendars for Monday, 2/16/26 at 5:30 PM in the LPM Media Center for our School Advisory Council (SAC) & Parent Volunteer Organization (PVO) meeting!
Weโll be:
โ Reviewing scheduling and elective options for next year
โ Analyzing our latest assessment and progress monitoring data
โ Planning strategically for a strong finish to this school year
Your input helps guide important decisions that impact our students and school community. We hope youโll join us for this important conversation!
See you Monday!

2/17/26 to 3/5/26
Tuesday & Thursday
3:30 - 5:00

Applications for the Take Stock in Children program are now being accepted!
Take Stock in Children is a statewide program that provides students with mentorship, college readiness support, and the opportunity to earn a college scholarship. This is an incredible opportunity for our students to begin planning for a successful future.
๐ Apply online here:
https://formstack.io/5EBEA
๐ Learn more about the program:
https://www.takestockinchildren.org/who-we-are/
We encourage all eligible 8th grade students to apply and take advantage of this amazing opportunity!

Please remember our upcoming schedule this week:
โญ Thursday โ Early Release at 1:30 PM
๐ Friday โ No School for Students
Be sure to plan transportation and after-school arrangements accordingly. Thank you for your support, Dragons! ๐๐ค
Lake Placid Middle is the Place to Be - For Learning, Leading, and Succeeding
#LakePlacidMiddle #LPDragons #SchoolReminder #EarlyRelease #NoSchool

Progress Reports Coming Home!
A quick heads-up to Lake Placid Middle families: Third-quarter progress reports will be sent home with your students today, Friday, February 6th.
This is a fantastic opportunity to sit down with your student and review their progress together. At LPM, our Dragons are working hard on their goals to learn, lead, and succeed! Your support at home is a huge part of that effort.
Remember, you can also view your student's grades and assignments anytime through Skyward Family Access.
#LakePlacidMiddle #LPMDragons #ProgressReports #StudentSuccess

Tuesday 2/3/26

