This week is National School Counseling Week! LBMS is so lucky to have two phenomenal school counselors! Mrs. Horne and Mrs. Romeo work tirelessly to provide guidance, support and encouragement for every student in our school. I have never seen two such hands-on school counselors! They provide a safe and welcoming environment for our students at all times. Your child is always welcome to seek them out for academic, emotional or social support at any time. You, as parents, are also welcome to contact them at any time as they work hand in hand with families for the success of each student in the building. It is my honor and privilege to work with these two women every day. Thank you, Mrs. Romeo and Mrs. Horne, for all you do!
Eighth grade students received WHS Scheduling information last week. The scheduling window is now open! All 8th graders should be scheduling their 9th grade courses online throughout this week. Mrs. Horne will be available in computer lab C112 on Wednesday, February 7th and Thursday, February 8th before school (7:50am-8:15am) and during Academic Assist (11:07am-11:47am) if your student would like help with the online scheduling process.
Finally, as you may remember, LBMS had two presentations in the fall courtesy of the Sandy Hook Promise foundation. The first, Start with Hello, is aimed at reducing social isolation with the intention of reducing the risk of school violence. National Start with Hello week is this week! LBMS students will see student council driven activities throughout this week and all teachers will continue to reinforce the idea of acceptance and inclusion in each of their classrooms. Thank you Student Council!
We are looking forward to a busy week here at LBMS! As always, do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns!
Amanda Musselman
Principal, LBMS
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Parents and Guardians your 8
th grader should have brought home a WHS scheduling packet. If you do not have one, we do have extras in the Guidance office. The window for registering online is
February 5th- 9th.
On the student scheduling worksheet we have added a spot for a parent signature. You will also see a box, which you can select, to request additional guidance for your student in making class choices. We will make sure your student gets the help he or she needs.
If your student is struggling with the online process I will be in computer lab C112 on Wednesday, February 7
th and Thursday, February 8
th before school (7:50-8:15) and during Academic Assist (11:07-11:47).
Signed forms need to be turned in to your child's Academic Assist teacher by Wednesday, February 7
th.
Adeena Sedlak-Horne
8th Grade Counselor
Lee Burneson Middle School
440-250-1302
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Dear Parents/Caretakers:
This February 5 - 9, your child will be taking part in Start With Hello Week here at
Lee Burneson Middle School. There will be various activities around the school throughout the week, and we are asking that students wear green on Wednesday.
Start with Hello
teaches students, grades 2-12, the skills they need to reach out to and include those who may be dealing with chronic social isolation and create a culture of inclusion and connectedness within their classroom, school or youth organization.
Social isolation is the overwhelming feeling of being left out, lonely, or treated like you are invisible. It is a growing epidemic in the United States and within our schools. Excessive feelings of isolation can be associated with violent and suicidal behavior. In fact, one study reports that chronic loneliness increases our risk of an early death by 14%. Furthermore, young people who are isolated can become victims of bullying, violence and/or depression. As a result, many further pull away from society, struggle with learning and social development and/or choose to hurt themselves or others.
We encourage you to talk to your child about the Start With Hello program, which started with a speaker that we had in the fall, and ask them to share what they have learned. Not only will that help you learn how to support your child to see isolation, reach out and connect, and Start With Hello, it also demonstrates to your child that you take this subject seriously and can support them in their actions to create a more connected and inclusive home, classroom, school and community.
For more information on Start With Hello and to sign up to receive the Start With Hello Parent Brochure, click here.
Thank you,
Sara Latkowski
Lee Burneson Middle School Student Council Adviser
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Coaches Vs.Cancer 2018
The Coaches vs. Cancer program is a nationwide collaboration between the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) that empowers basketball coaches, their teams, and the local communities to make a difference in the fight against cancer.
Our goal is to blanket the district and the community with Coaches vs. Cancer Tee shirts the week of February 4th and promote attendance at one or both of the basketball games. (Girls, Wed. February 7th vs. Avon; Boys, February 9th vs. Midview). The Dribbling Demons and the Dream'n Demons will be performing at halftime and it is a perfect opportunity to enjoy some great Demon basketball.
PLEASE consider joining and supporting this effort. Together we CAN make a difference.
Sincerely,
Shawn Hood
WHS Boys' Basketball |
Art Daniels
WHS Girls' Basketball |
Nancy English
WHS Cheerleading |
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Westlake Music Boosters Needs You!
We invite you to join Westlake Music Boosters and get involved and be a part of all the fun! We support all Pre-K through 12 music programs and teachers in our district.
Volunteer Opportunity: OMEA District Contest- March 2 & 3- we will need lots of volunteers. Find out more at our next meeting: Wednesday, February 7th at 7pm in the WHS Library.
It is never too late to
join
online and pay via credit card or download
pdf form
(check)
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PTA Reflections Award Ceremony - Sunday, Feb. 11
The Westlake PTA Reflections Award Ceremony will be held on Sunday, February
11th at 2:00 pm at the PAC at Westlake High School. We will be honoring students from all 7 of the schools in the district with entries in Visual Arts, Photography, Literature and Music Composition. All are welcome to attend!
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Green & White Revue 2018 - Important Dates
Feb 6 - 8: Multi purpose room - Act auditions
Feb 21: Info night
Mar 6 - 8: Rehearsals
Mar 9 - 10: 2018 Green & White Revue, 7p @WHS PAC
Auditions will be held February 6th-8th from 6-9 pm in the Multi Purpose Room at Westlake High School at the PAC.
Please
complete the online form and submit no later than Wednesday, January 31, 2018. You are choosing your tryout day and time when you signup. You will need to bring any music (either on a cd or usb) INCLUDING LYRICS TYPED OUT and any props you will need. There will be a piano available as well as a few music stands.
Need inspiration? Acts from previous years include, singing, dancing, improve, comedy skits, karate... be creative and show us what you got!
The Green & White Revue is open to any Westlake resident ages 3 to WHS Senior. Acts may include members outside of Westlake, but at least one member must be a Westlake resident.
If you have any questions, please contact the Green & White Revue committee via email: greenandwhiterevue@gmail.com
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WCPTA Programming Event - Dr. Casen DeMaria, Feb 16
Westlake Council of PTAs is excited to welcome Dr. Casen DeMaria! Dr. Casen will speak on staying healthy, for our kids and as parents, inside and out.
Dr. Casen will join us at the Board of Education building (the old Parkside) in the media room, Friday, February 16, from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Refreshments will be served.
Are you looking to stay healthy and keep your family healthy?
Join Dr. Casen DeMaria from The Drugless Doctors for this short and dynamic workshop on how our body works and what you can do to keep your body physically, chemically, and emotionally strong! Most people today are confused on what to do and are on information over-load, come uncover the missing puzzle pieces!
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Founders' Day 2018
Founders' Day is Coming! RSVP for our Celebration Today!
Founder's Day is the opportunity to recognize and thank individual PTA members who have really made a difference in our kids' lives.
Our dinner will be held on Thursday, February 15th at Wagner's of Westlake
6:00PM - Social Hour
7:00PM - Dinner
8:00PM - Award Presentation
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Connecting For Kids Winter Programming
Find attached the
2018 Winter flier which details all of the Connecting for Kids January, February and March programs.
Some of our upcoming Speaker Series programs include:
- Sleep Solutions
- Struggling to Learn
- Strategies for Controlling Emotions and Resisting Impulsive Behaviors
- Emotional Intensity in Gifted Children
- Help Me Talk! Strategies to Improve Communication
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Support LBMS PTA with these easy Rewards Programs!
Box Tops for Education
Heinen's Teaming Up For Education Giant Eagle "Apples for the Students" Program
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Westlake Baseball League - Registration & Pre-Season Camp
Registration is open for the 2018 Westlake Baseball League season for grades K-12. Registration ends March 31. Register BEFORE the March 31st dead line and save $20.
Westlake Baseball League Pre-Season Camp - March 14th, 19th & 21st
WBL Pre-Season Player Camp. This camp is free and ONLY for our PRE-REGISTERED Rookie, Minor, Major and Pony League players (grades 1-9 this year). Player Camp will be held at the Rocky River and Westlake Force complexes. You will be able to purchase optional baseball pants, belts and WBL apparel at this event. Discounted pricing at the pre-season camp only.
Westlake Youth Baseball Night with the Cleveland Monsters! March 24th
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Is your student interested in Science? Technology? Engineering? Math? Come spend an afternoon at the Engineering Challenges Carnival at Case Western Reserve University! This event is open for students Pre-K through 8th grade along with their families.
See attached flyer for more details.
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Supporting Families Affected by Parental Incarceration
Great opportunity presented by P.A.L.S. for families affected by parental incarceration. P.A.L.S is a non-profit trauma informed counseling resource (Paper, Art Therapy, Letting go, Self-Actualization).
See flier for complete details.
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Flyer Connection
Link Ink
expands to DIS & LBMS for the 2017-2018 school year, beginning in January and April.
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