The Leopard Ledger Longleaf Middle School Newsletter “Where Children Have Deep Roots and Branching Aspirations” Upcoming Events /8 - 9/26: MAP Testing 9/9 - School Board Meeting @ Polo Road Elem. 9/10 - School Spirit Day Volleyball/Football @ E.L. Wright 9/12 - Interims 9/12 - ZooBot Field Study 7 9/15 - 9/19: Book Fair 9/16 - Open House 9/17 - School Spirit Day Volleyball/Football @ Muller Road 9/19 - ZooBot Field Study 6 9/24 - School Spirit Day Volleyball/Football VS. Dent Middle 9/25 - Half Day 9/26 - College Colors Day Inside this issue: Sports 2 Inside this issue: Curriculum 2 Boys and Girls Club P.2 Health Room 3 School Fees P.2 PSAT Center Information Media 3 P.2 Volunteer Oppty P.3 Cafeteria News 3 ZooBot News P.3 Students 4 Meet the FB Coach P.3 STEAM Fine Artsinto Art 4 P.4 Student Volunteers P.4 Community and 5 District News Fall Sport Rosters P.5 Cell Phone Policy Attachments: P.6 Volume 5 Issue 2 September 5, 2014 , From the Principal’s Pen Hello Longleaf Families! Congratulations to our student athletes who have been named to the 2014 Longleaf Football, Volleyball, and Cheerleading squads! I’m very proud of their performance, both in and out, of the classroom! I know that our student athletes will do great things this year! The team rosters are located inside! We kicked off our annual fundraiser event on Friday, August 29, 2014. The funds we raise will be used to purchase instructional supplies for the school, and help pay for field trips! Please see the flyer at the end of this newsletter for more information! Please make note of the many events that are coming up in September, including our Open House, which is September 16 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. This is a great opportunity for you to meet your child’s teachers and introduce yourselves. Finally, please take a moment to make sure that you have updated your students registration information via InfoSnap, including the Responsible Use Form that is required for students to use school devices. Please see the following messge. Sincerely, Angela K. Thom Student Data, Wendy Irby, Ext. 31504 You should have received an email to register your child for school via our new online registration program called InfoSnap. It is important to fill out your information online as several things update to Power School, mainly, the Responsible Use Policy signature that is required before any student is issued a computing device. Please make sure that we have an updated email address so that you may receive the link in the next roll out. You may contact Wendy Irby, our Student Data Coordinator at 691-4870 extension 31504, to add or update your email. Page 2 Stay Connected! After School Care Did you know that Longleaf is on Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr? Check us out!! Boys and Girls Club of the Midlands provides on site care after school for the students of Longleaf. For more information, please visit http://www.boysandgirlsclubs.com/ Longleaf Middle @LongleafMiddle #lmsleap School Fees, Nick Michael, Ext. 31503 Outstanding School Fees can be paid at any time. The school accepts cash, check, or credit card. If you have any questions about school fees, please contact Mr. Michael. Longleaf Middle PSAT Information, Mary Dixon, Director of School Counseling, Ext. 31505 Eighth grade students will have the opportunity to take the PSAT at Longleaf Middle School on Wednesday, October 15, 2014. The PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test) program provides students and educators with tools that help improve learning and prepare students for success in college and beyond. The administrative cost is $14 to take the PSAT. Students will need to bring two number 2 pencils and a calculator. The test will begin at 7:45 A.M. and end at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, October 15, 2014. Students who register to take the PSAT will receive the 2014 Official Student Guide to PSAT/NMSQT which includes test-taking tips, information about the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, and a fulllength practice test. Also, students can find sample questions and test-taking tips, as well as complete explanations to practice test questions, at collegeboard.org/psat. Additionally, a free preparation PSAT workshop will be held at the school for students who will be taking the PSAT prior to the test date. Students and parents will receive information of the date and time of the workshop. If you want to have your eighth grade student take the PSAT, please contact Ms. Mary Dixon at 691-4870 ext. 31505 or send her an e-mail at [email protected]. Page 3 We Need Your Help!!! ZooBot News, Kristin Ziegler, Ext. 31609 Parent volunteers needed for our Fall Book Fair. If you can help at any time during the school day, please contact Mrs. Johnson. On September 3, 8th grade ZooBot students had the opportunity to meet Grace Quiton-Domingo Silago from the Southern Leyte Philippines. She runs the Ocean Action Resource Center and spoke to students about saving the coral reefs of the world. Special thanks to this marine biologist and her brother-in-law, Mr. Ron Huff, who serves as the district liaison for Hispanic families, for arranging this special presentation. LMS Football Coach, Spencer Tinman, Ext. 31228 Coach Tinman was born and raised in Columbia, SC and attended Richland 2 schools. He is 2008 graduate of Spring Valley High School where he played three years of varsity football (one year as Captain). While he played at Spring Valley, they won two region championships and played in the lower state championship one year. Coach Tinman graduated from the University of South Carolina in 2013 and earned a BA in MiddleLevel Education focusing in Mathematics and Social Studies. During college, he coached the offensive and defensive lines for the Freshman team at Spring Valley. Now, he is in his first year as the Head Football Coach at Longleaf and he is excited to lead the students he teaches. Coach Tinman is an avid sports fan and loves coaching football and playing basketball, golf, rugby, and many other sports. He is also a huge fan of live music and goes to concerts whenever he gets a chance. Page 4 S.T.E.A.M. into Art! Written By Darneesha Myers, 8th Grade Art Student It may be hard for some to believe, but it’s best for all to believe, that art has always been cooperatively a part of S.T.E.A.M. Naturally, science, technology, engineering, etc… all play a big role in art. Art is valued, sold for its success in communicating ideas or feelings. Here at Longleaf Middle School, art students have had the pleasure in learning about different lines, such as curved, horizontal, diagonal, and zigzag lines. For example, a line defines a shape and is also one dimensional. Some lines can be associated with each other based on the movement or direction the line makes, like curvy or wavy. Lines are also a continuous mark made on some surface by a moving point. This refers to what we’re learning now about basic shapes and 2 point perspectives. The five basic shapes of art are cube, cylinder, cone, sphere, and pyramid. According to S.T.E.A.M, the “M” represents math which contributes a lot to a 2 point perspective drawing. It may seem like a lot, but I promise there are many tools to create art. The tools of art consist of the elements of design. Lines, shapes, and space make art pop in such unique ways. So, S.T.E.A.M into art and make science, technology, engineering, art, and math valuable, because they matter! Student Volunteers Help Out. Khaieem O’Neal & Kasey Peterson have graciously volunteered to kick off our morning announcements since the first day of school. Thank you Khaieem and Kasey for your leadership!!! 7th Grader, Johnathan Storm, raises and lowers the U.S. and S.C. flags daily for our school. Thank you for your service!!! Page 5 2014 Longleaf Cheerleading Squad Congratulations to the 2014-2015 LMS Cheer Squad Zya Brooks Gimelly Bryant : Co-Captain Jade Frasier D'Leijah James Zola Johnson: Captain Kira Koon Kyla Locks 2014 Longleaf Football Team 8th Grade Jalen Briggman Chris Davis Joseph Washington Tyrese Dozier Vincent Gallman Phillip Hedrick Kyree Herron Kris Hill-Lattimer Malik Houser Jaylen Jenkins Jaquan Joe Jahzym Kato Derrell Lilly EmAudre’ Mitchell Daniel Montgomery Melvin Perry Joshua Plange Ki'Harri Ricks Caimoni Hawkins Managers Kyllan Vaughn Collin Shaffer 2014 Lady Leopards Volleyball Team Jasmine Alexander Daija Guillory Nyla Martin Aniya Miller Morgan Miller Hanna Montgomery Ashli Neal Zanaa Rice Carolina Rosario Maya Walker Jordan Williams Nala Wilson Da'Nazia Wright-Harkness** Mia Wooten Mytia Robinson** Managers: Quinisha Brown** LaKyra Weeks 7th Grade Jaylan Albany Sean Artiss Chase Atkinson Desmond Davis David Green Jersiah Gurley Leon Jackson Torrian James Quantavis Oree Javon Randolph Kamarah Reynolds-Hall Gaines Salvant Zinere Short Aaron Spencer Aleki Taala Aamir Washington Kameron White Page 6 Online Cafeteria Website: myschoolbucks.com Meal Assistance Program Breakfast: $.30 (Reduced) $1.00 (Full Price) Lunch: $.40 (Reduced) $2.64 (Full Price) Even if a student was previously eligible for free and reduced meals, a meal application must be submitted for this school year by October 1, 2014. You can access the meal application online by following the link: https://www.schoollunchapp.com/Terms.aspx? host=richland2.schoollunchapp.com&apply=1 (Please know that the meal application process is expedited if it is completed online.) Completed paper meal applications may be submitted back to either your school or the Food Services Office at 124 Risdon Way, Columbia, 29223. All fields must be filled out for the meal application to be processed in a timely manner. Thank you! Cell Phone Policy Cell Phone & Electronic Devices Policy The use of cell phones and other electronic devices is forbidden on school property and buses. Please refer to the student handbook on page 12. All devices which are confiscated will be available for pick up on Thursdays from Mrs. Angela McDowell, school secretary, in the Main Office from 12:00 to 3:30 p.m. Richland County District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, national origin, sex, age, handicap or disability in admissions to, access to, treatment in or employment in its programs and activities. Inquires should be made to: Director of Personnel, 6831 Brookfield Road, Columbia, SC 29206. Longleaf Middle School 2014-2015 School Improvement Council If you are interested in serving on the Longleaf SIC, please fill out the information below. The SIC is comprised of 6 parent members, as well as others school community members. This information will allow us to conduct a vote during the month of September to establish those members. If you have questions, please contact Mr. Eberlin, SIC Administrator. Parent/Guardian Name(s) _________________________________________________________________________ Student’s Name ______________________________ Student’s Grade/Homeroom___________________________ Email Address __________________________________________________________________________________ Contact Phone Numbers __________________________________________________________________________ Please write a short statement explaining why you would like to be on the School Improvement Council. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Middle School Menu August Lunch Menu Week 1and 3 All buns and breads are 100% whole-grain. Toppings: lettuce, tomato, low-fat mayo, ketchup, & mustard. TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Turkey Stew with Biscuit Chicken Alfredo with Roll Pasta Mac and Cheese with Roll Teriyaki Chicken with Fried Rice Cheeseburger Hamburger Cheeseburger Hamburger Cheeseburger Meatball Sub Ham and Cheese Sandwich BBQ Chicken Sandwich BBQ Cheeseburger Fish and Cheese Sandwich Chicken Sandwich Chicken Sandwich Buffalo Chicken Sandwich Cheese Pizza Cheese Pizza Cheese Pizza Cheese Pizza Cheese Pizza Pepperoni Pizza Pepperoni Pizza Pepperoni Pizza Pepperoni Pizza Pepperoni Pizza Nachos w/chicken or beef Nachos w/chicken or beef Buffalo BBQ Nachos Nachos w/chicken or beef Nachos w/chicken or beef Beef or Chicken Soft Tacos Nachos w/chicken or beef Beef or Chicken Soft Tacos Chef Salad Chef Salad Chef Salad Chef Salad Chef Salad Crispy Chicken Salad Wrap Antipasto Salad Spinach Salad Buffalo Chicken Salad BBQ Chicken Salad Peanut Butter and Jelly Buffalo Chicken Wrap Chicken Salad Sandwich Turkey Sandwich Crispy Chicken Sandwich Spinach Salad Lima Beans Mashed Potatoes Refried Beans Tomato Slices Fresh Fruit Chilled Fruit Garden Salad Tomato and Cucumber Salad Potato Wedges Refried Beans Celery w. Ranch Fresh Fruit Chilled Fruit Spinach Salad Steamed Corn Sweet Potato Thins Refried Beans Carolina Slaw Fresh Fruit Chilled Fruit Garden Salad Cauliflower w. Dip Potato Tots Refried Beans BBQ Baked Beans Fresh Fruit Chilled Fruit Garden Salad Coined Carrots Crinkle Fries Refried Beans Steamed Broccoli Fresh Fruit Chilled Fruit Beef or Chicken Soft Tacos Whole wheat rolls are offered with every salad . *Menu items are subject to change based on food availability. MONDAY Chicken Sandwich Chicken Sandwich Beef or Chicken Soft Tacos MILK We serve a variety of fat-free and low-fat milk every day, including white and chocolate. In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, natural origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Middle School Menu August Lunch Menu Week 2 and 4 All buns and breads are 100% whole-grain. Toppings: lettuce, tomato, low-fat mayo, ketchup, & mustard. TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Chicken Fried Chicken w. Rice Primavera Pasta with Roll Salisbury Steak with Rice Spaghetti with Meatballs & Roll Sesame Chicken with Lo Mein Cheeseburger Hamburger Cheeseburger Hamburger Cheeseburger Chicken Parmesan Sandwich Turkey and Cheese Sandwich BBQ Pork Sandwich Cool Ranch Cheeseburger Fish Sandwich Chicken Sandwich Chicken Sandwich Buffalo Chicken Sandwich Chicken Sandwich Chicken Sandwich Cheese Pizza Cheese Pizza Cheese Pizza Cheese Pizza Cheese Pizza Pepperoni Pizza Pepperoni Pizza Pepperoni Pizza Pepperoni Pizza Pepperoni Pizza Nachos w/chicken or beef Nachos w/chicken or beef Buffalo Ranch Nachos Nachos w/chicken or beef Nachos w/chicken or beef Beef or Chicken Soft Tacos Nachos w/ chicken or beef Beef or Chicken Soft Tacos Chef Salad Chef Salad Chef Salad Chef Salad Chef Salad Crispy Chicken Salad Wrap Antipasto Salad Spinach Salad Buffalo Chicken Salad BBQ Chicken Salad Peanut Butter and Jelly Buffalo Chicken Wrap American Sub Ham Sandwich Crispy Chicken Sandwich Spinach Salad Black Eyed Peas Mashed Potatoes Tomato Corn and Basil Refried Beans Fresh Fruit Chilled Fruit Garden Salad Baby Carrots w. Dip Potato Tots Zucchini Refried Beans Fresh Fruit Chilled Fruit Spinach Salad Yams Green Beans Collard Greens Refried Beans Fresh Fruit Chilled Fruit Garden Salad Celery w. Dip Potato Wedges Green Peas Refried Beans Fresh Fruit Chilled Fruit Garden Salad Steamed Broccoli Sweet Potato CrossTrax Squash Refried Beans Fresh Fruit Chilled Fruit Beef or Chicken Soft Tacos Whole wheat rolls are offered with every salad . *Menu items are subject to change based on food availability. MONDAY Beef or Chicken Soft Tacos MILK We serve a variety of fat-free and low-fat milk every day, including white and chocolate. In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, natural origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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