Burbank Bulletin

As we navigate through the school year, we want to take a moment to update you on some new practices and procedures we have implemented to support appropriate student conduct at Luther Burbank.

As our students navigate the challenging journey of middle school, it's crucial to understand their developmental stage. At this age, they are learning to assert their independence, which often means testing limits. It's a natural part of growing up. However, just as they are exploring their boundaries, they also need a stable structure to feel secure and understand what is expected of them.

Consistency and clear boundaries in school help provide this structure. When students know what is expected and understand that the expectations are the same for everyone, it creates a sense of fairness and safety. This environment allows them to focus on learning, both academically and socially.

At the beginning of the school year, we had the opportunity to meet with all our students to discuss these new practices and procedures. Our aim is to foster a positive learning environment that encourages responsibility, respect, and growth among our students.

We have established a clear discipline progression that ensures fair and consistent consequences for inappropriate behavior. These consequences are designed not only to address the immediate issue but also to provide students with opportunities for reflection and personal growth.

Some of the consequences in place include recess detention, recess/lunch detention, and after-school detention. If a student is assigned a detention, parents can expect to receive an email from Mr. Burks or the relevant teacher explaining the reason for the detention. We believe that communication is key in fostering a collaborative partnership between the school and parents.

It's important to emphasize that these steps are being implemented with the best interests of our students in mind. We firmly believe that by addressing behavior concerns early and consistently, we can help our students develop into effective and responsible members of our community and future communities they will be a part of.

We encourage parents/guardians to follow up with their children at home, discussing the importance of positive behavior and reinforcing the values we promote at school. Additionally, in the event that a child is assigned a consequence for their behavior, it is incredibly helpful to have parents/guardians follow up with the child at home. Your support is invaluable in helping us create a safe and nurturing environment for all students.

Thank you for your ongoing cooperation and partnership in ensuring the success and well-being of our students. Visible and consistent solidarity between school and home makes it clear to students that the adults in their lives are dedicated to establishing/maintaining high expectations and supporting them on their journey to meet those high expectations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.

January 11: PTO Meeting, 6:30 PM, MRE Library

January 12: Early Release, 11:30 AM Dismissal

January 15: No School, Holiday

January 24: Spelling Bee, 6:00 PM (Mark Your Calendar)

January 25: DC Trip Fundraiser, 7:00 PM, Sterling Street Brewery

January 29: Spelling Bee - Snow Date, 6:00 PM

The German Honor Society at Nashoba RHS is excited to bring our after-school opportunity back to Luther Burbank Middle School this year.

SPARK for German is a bilingual STEM program, where middle schoolers learn about a variety of topics from different STEM fields while also getting an introduction to the German language.

This is the 2nd year we are running the program, which is open to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade and will take place on the following consecutive Mondays:

1/22, 1/29 and 2/5 from 2:15-3:00 at Luther Burbank. The lessons will build on each other, so ideally, students would attend all three. The program is free of charge and no materials or prior knowledge is necessary.

You can use this form to sign your child up for the 3-week program. In the form you will also have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have or you can reach out directly to Frau van Toorn: svantoorn@nrsd.net.

As we strive to ensure the safety and well-being of our students during Engineering and Phys Ed classes, we would like to remind you of the footwear requirements.

It is mandatory for students to wear closed-toe sneakers during both Engineering and Phys Ed classes. Unfortunately, Crocs and open-toed shoes, including slides, are not considered safe and appropriate footwear for these activities.

Please ensure that your child comes to school with the proper footwear to participate fully in these classes. Students who do not have the appropriate footwear will not be able to take part in the activities.

We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining a safe learning environment for all students.

With the weather becoming increasingly colder, it is critical that students come to school with the proper winter apparel. Staff and students can benefit from the fresh air and outdoor activity. Therefore, we will continue to go outside daily with the exception of inclement weather or when the wind chill temperature drops below 20 degrees. Please help ensure that your child arrives at school with a jacket, hat, and gloves/mittens. Layers are perfect.

If you need assistance in obtaining winter apparel for your child, please contact Nurse Ana at 978-365-5629 or via email aamaral@nrsd.net

Thank you for your support in ensuring your child is adequately prepared

Please be reminded that we request that you notify the school if your child is going to be late or absent. You can do so easily by emailing LBMSattendance@nrsd.net. Please feel free to call Nurse Ana at 978-365-5629 if you have any questions or concerns. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.

The 2023/2024 Yearbook is now on sale and is accepting orders. All orders must be placed online through the CoffeePond website. Details below.

• The cost of the book this year is $25 if ordered before March 1, 2024
• $30 if ordered between March 2, 2024 and before April 1, 2024
• $32 if ordered after April 1, 2024 and before April 12, 2024

The deadline for ordering the yearbook is 4/12/2024.

To order your book:
Go to www.coffeepond.com
Go to Order online - Yearbooks
Type in our school password: Burbank2024 and choose the Order Online option

Dear Parents and Guardians, we're reaching out to our amazing community with a special request—our school is in need of substitute teachers! If you have a bit of time on your hands and are interested in making a positive impact on our students' lives, this is a fantastic opportunity for you. No teaching experience is required; we'll provide all the training you need. Plus, it's a great way to be involved in the educational environment. If you're interested or know someone who might be, please reach out to our school office for more details. Thank you for considering this important way to contribute to our school community!

January Newsletter: PTO January Newsletter

Upcoming Dates to Remember:

• 1/11 PTO Meeting 6:30pm @ MRE AGENDA - All Welcome!
• 1/13 Nashoba Night at DCU Center
• 1/25 Talent Show Committee Meeting 6:30pm @ MRE - All additional volunteers welcome!
• 3/26-3/28 MRE/LBMS Talent Shows - REGISTER NOW - Deadline January 19th

PTO Meeting Dates:

September Minutes September PTO Meeting Minutes

October 12, 2023

November 9, 2023 November PTO Meeting Minutes

December 14, 2023 December PTO Meeting Minutes

January 11, 2024

February 8, 2024

March 21, 2024

April 11, 2024

May 9, 2024

June 13, 2024

Meetings are always held in the MRE Library at 6:30. (Usually the 2nd Thursday of each month) ~ Children welcome for those that need ~ Hope to see you there!

Email: jursuliak@nrsd.net
Website: https://burbank.nrsd.net/
Location: Lancaster, MA, USA
Phone: 978-365-4558
Twitter: @LBMSPrincipal

**Events posted on the bulletin board are community events, and as such they

are neither sponsored or sanctioned by the Nashoba Regional School District.**