Lake Hamilton Middle School

STAFF SHOUTOUT Each day, we will share a staff shoutout that's been received by the district. Each staff member that receives a staff shoutout submission receives a "staff shoutout card" with the message. You can submit a staff shoutout by clicking this link: https://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts Today, the staff shoutout is to Christy Ruffin: "Thank you for your uplifting personality everyday, no matter what you are facing. Positivity is contagious! You make me want to be a better employee, mentor and friend. You are the perfect example of the teacher every student needs! I am thankful to see glimpses of how I want my future classroom to look through yours." - Lezleigh Matthews (LHMS Staff Member) #LHWolfNation

LANGUAGE ARTS Lake Hamilton Middle School students in Mandy Hopkins' 6th grade language arts classes are working on their writing skills. #LHWolfNation

BEGINNING BAND Lake Hamilton Middle School 6th grade beginning band students are working hard during their class! Students are progressing through their music workbook. #LHWolfNation

WOLF WEEK NEWS: JANUARY 11 - 16, 2021 Check out a what's going on at Lake Hamilton by viewing the #WolfWeekNews: https://mailchi.mp/lhwolves/wolf-week-news-1755913 #LHWolfNation

FIRST FRIDAY TREAT Huge thanks to Relyance Bank, a Partner in Education with the LHSD, for sponsoring the "First Friday" staff treat! Relyance Bank provided donuts for all LHSD employees this morning! #LHWolfNation

SUBMIT A STAFF SHOUT OUT Would you like to recognize a Lake Hamilton staff member for their hard work, dedication and positive impact? Submit your words or gratitude and encouragement at http://lhsd.info/Staff-ShoutOuts, and we'll send them a card on your behalf! Let's all spread some kindness and positivity by submitting your staff shout outs! #LHWolfNation

WOLF WEEK NEWS: JANUARY 4 - 9, 2021 https://mailchi.mp/lhwolves/wolf-week-news-1755909 #LHWolfNation

COMPUTER SCIENCE EDUCATION WEEK Computer Science Education Week is an annual event to celebrate the contributions of students, teachers, and partners to the field. The week is held in recognition of the birthday of Admiral Grace Murray Hopper, who invented the first compiler and coined the term “bug” (an error in a program) after removing an actual moth from a computer in 1947. During Computer Science Education Week, December 7 - 11, the Lake Hamilton Computer Science Honor Society sponsored activities and prizes for students in 7th-12th grade. The Lake Hamilton Computer Science Honor Society received a grant from the Computer Science Teachers Association made possible by partners at Infosys Foundation USA. Winners of the 7th grade LH Honor Society Mobile App Award are as follows (each of the students winning a Sphero Mini): Tied for First place: Amiah Easter and Lillian Sexton Third place: Justice Huggins Winners of the 8th grade People’s Choice Award Mobile App Competition are as follows (each of the students winning a Sphero Mini): Favorite Relationship App: Calm App by Michael Cruz Favorite Self Esteem App: Self Esteem Help by Ava Grenier Favorite Time Management App: The Management App by Carsen Reynolds Favorite School / Health App: Homework Help Junction by Kaitlin Guthrie Third period Wolf Time and Advisory classes at the junior high and high school competed for prizes by completing an Hour of Code and voting in the People’s Choice Award App Competition. The high school advisory class winner was Mrs. Betterton’s class. The Wolf Time class winner was Mrs. Deweber’s class. Congratulations to the students in these classes! To view the winning apps, visit this link: https://bit.ly/3nwdVNJ #LHWolfNation

WOLF WEEK NEWS: CHRISTMAS BREAK INFORMATION https://mailchi.mp/lhwolves/wolf-week-news-1755905 #LHWolfNation

4-12TH GRADE FLEXIBLE FRIDAY UPDATE ​4 - 12th grade students have had the option to attend school onsite or online on Fridays. The Flexible Friday option will continue into 2021 for 4 - 12th grade students until further notice. K - 3rd grade students will continue their normal schedule and will not participate in Flexible Fridays. #LHWolfNation

WINTER WEATHER COMMUNICATION Did you notice the small snow flurry yesterday evening? In case winter weather causes school to be closed, check out the info-graphic and information below on how the LHSD will communicate the closing! As soon as the decision to close school is made, the district will immediately post the closing information on the following: *Mass text notification system *District social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) *District website (lhwolves.net) *FM Radio Stations (105.9, 97.5) *TV Stations (KARK 4, KATV 7, KTHV 11) *Mass email through Wolf Week News subscription If the decision to close is made the night prior (before 8:30 p.m.), an automated mass phone call will be sent that night. If the decision to close is made after 8:30 p.m., the automated mass phone call will be sent at 6:00 a.m. Here's a few tips that you can do right now to ensure you receive messages from the LHSD: 1. Make sure the primary contact phone number for your student is correct. If you've not received mass text notifications from the LHSD this year, please contact your child's office to update your number. 2. Subscribe to the Wolf Week News email list by visiting this link: lhsd.info/WolfWeekNewsSubscribe 3. Follow the Lake Hamilton School District on social media: Facebook (@LHSDWolves), Instagram (@lhsd_wolves), Twitter (@lhsd_wolves) #LHWolfNation

PRACTICE THE 3 W'S Hey Wolves! Let's all practice the 3 W's by wearing a mask, washing our hands, and watching our distance! #LHWolfNation

READING DEN BOOK RETURN Lake Hamilton Virtual Academy students and families that checked out books from the Wolf Pack Reading Den are asked to return them on one of the following dates during virtual student bulk meal pickup behind the high school cafeteria: Tuesday, December 15 (9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.) Wednesday, December 16 (4:00 - 5:00 p.m.) Thursday, December 17 (9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.) If these dates and/or times are not convenient, books may also be returned to any school office during school hours. All checked out books should be returned by December 18, 2020. The bookmobile will not be making any community stops in December. #LHWolfNation

WOLF WEEK NEWS: DECEMBER 14 - 19, 2020 Stay informed and get involved with the Lake Hamilton School District. Check out the weekly newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/lhwolves/wolf-week-news-1755901 #LHWolfNation

A.C.E. AWARD WINNERS FOR NOVEMBER Lake Hamilton Middle School has announced the students and staff selected for the November A.C.E. award. The students and staff were nominated by the LHMS faculty for exemplifying a great attitude, character, and enthusiasm for learning. 6th Grade: Aubrey Avaritt David Ortiz (not pictured) 7th Grade: Seven Paulsen Austin Wilson Staff: Lauren Gilleran Mark Ross #LHWolfNation

CHRISTMAS BREAK BULK MEALS The Lake Hamilton School District will provide no-cost bulk meals for children 18 years and younger during Christmas break via drive-through pick up. In order to prepare the appropriate number of bulk meals, registration is required at this link: https://lhsd.info/Christmas-Break-Bulk-Meal-Registration Bulk meal drive through pick up will take place on Friday, December 18, and Tuesday, December 29, between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. each day. 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches will be provided for each student 18 years or younger in the household during each drive through pick up day. The registration deadline for the Christmas break bulk meals is Monday, December 14. #LHWolfNation

UPDATED QUARANTINE INFORMATION Quarantine is an important way to stop the spread of COVID-19. It means staying home and away from others after you have been exposed to the virus that causes COVID-19. With the recently updated COVID-19 quarantine guidelines by the CDC and adoption of these guidelines by the Arkansas Department of Health, the Lake Hamilton School District will follow the recommendations which allow for a shorter quarantine period for students and staff. Read the complete information here: https://lhsd.info/Updated-Quarantine-Information #LHWolfNation

CONGRATULATIONS, Marelyn Moreno! 6th grade virtual ACE award winner for December. Marelyn was selected by her teachers for showing a great attitude, character, and overall enthusiasm for learning. #LHWolfNation

WOLF WEEK NEWS: DECEMBER 7 - 12, 2020 https://mailchi.mp/lhwolves/wolf-week-news-1755897 #LHWolfNation

SUBMIT YOUR WOLF SPIRIT SIGN PHOTO It's almost time for the big game! The Lake Hamilton School District is asking everyone to "Paint the Town MAROON and GOLD!" Community members and businesses are encouraged to create yard signs showing support for the Wolves as they look to #TakeState on Saturday at War Memorial Stadium. Submit pictures of your wolf spirit sign at this link by the end of the day on Thursday for a chance to be featured on our social media sites! https://lhsd.info/LHSD-Photo-Upload