

The Monday Minute
Week of January 29th @ LVMS
We hope everyone had a great weekend!
Don't forget to join us on Tuesday, January 30th at 7:00 PM in the LVMS PAC for our community presentation from Mr. Richard Guerry from the Institute for Responsible Online and Cellphone Communication (IROC2).
As of today, 1/29, Marking Period #2 has concluded. The OnCourse Grade Portal is now closed for grades to be finalized. The OnCourse Grade Portal will reopen at the end of the school day on Friday, February 2nd.
Highlights, Dates, & Reminders
HIGHLIGHTS FROM LAST WEEK
CONGRATULATIONS LVMS FORENSICS TEAM: This past weekend, the LVMS Forensics team competed at the Ridge Tournament this weekend. Olivia Heydorn placed 4th overall in Interpretation with Nicholas Amoroso and Lukas Cioccia placing in the semi-finals. Honorable mention to the rest of the team; Griffin Veletto, Stephanie Davila, Aliana Sudol, Madden Heydorn, Chloe DeSouza and Lily DeSouza.
UPCOMING DATES
JANUARY
1/29- End of Marking Period #2
1/30- Richard Guerry Responsible Use of Technology Community Presentation - 7:00 PM LVMS PAC
1/31- Richard Guerry Student Presentation (during school day)
FEBRUARY
2/7- LVMS Orchestra Concert - LVMS PAC 7:00 PM
2/9 - 7th / 8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance - 7-9 PM
2/15- LVMS Quint Chorus Concert - LVMS PAC 7:00 PM
2/19- SCHOOL CLOSED - Presidents Day
2/21- End of Quint #3
REMINDERS
WE ARE PANTHERS T-SHIRT: FINAL WEEK! Don't forget to order your We Are Panthers gear! Click Here for the online store.
PUBLIC & PERMANENT: Join us on Tuesday, January 30th at 7:00 PM in the LVMS PAC where we will welcome Mr. Richard Guerry back from the Institute for Responsible Online and Cellphone Communication (IROC2) for a community presentation. More information included below!
NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY: Attention all students! The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is now accepting applications for new members. Please see below for more information!
SPRING SPORTS PAPERWORK: All paperwork and physicals for Spring Sports will be due on Friday, March 15th. Please CLICK HERE for additional information and paperwork. More Information provided below!
Lunch Menus & Announcements
Daily Announcements
LVMS Live: 1/23/2024
We Are Panthers T-Shirt Contest!
Earlier this school year, we held a school wide contest for students to create a T-Shirt to best represent our We Are Panthers school motto. Students designs were reviewed by LVMS Staff Members and top designs for each house and grade level were voted on by all LVMS Students.
Congratulations to 8th Grader Pooja Madathil on winning the We Are Panthers T-Shirt Design Contest!
CLICK HERE to order your We Are Panthers T-Shirt, Long Sleeved Shirt, or Hoodie. Apparel is sold in Child and Adult Sizes. All orders will be placed through the online store and shipped directly to your address.
ALL ORDERS ARE DUE BY 12:00 PM ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31ST!
"Public & Permanent Community Presentation"
Join us on Tuesday, January 30th in the LVMS PAC where we will welcome Mr. Richard Guerry back from the Institute for Responsible Online and Cellphone Communication (IROC2) for a community presentation. Mr. Guerry will present on responsible use of technology. This presentation will also be viewed by students during the school day on Tuesday, January 30th.
National Junior Honor Society Application
The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) application is now available to students. Students interested in applying for NJHS should complete the application highlighting their Leadership Experience, Service Activities, Community Activities, and Work Experience. All applicants are reviewed by the Faculty Council to determine a students eligibility for membership. Applications are due to Mrs. Smith by Friday, February 2nd, 2024 at 3:30 PM. Late or incomplete applications cannot be accepted.
PLEASE BE AWARE, THE NJHS APPLICATION IS ONLY ACCESSIBLE FROM WTSCHOOLS.ORG EMAIL ACCOUNTS. STUDENTS SHOULD ACCESS AND COMPLET THE APPLICATION. STUDENTS CAN DIRECT QUESTIONS TO MRS. SMITH IN ROOM 20 OR VIA EMAIL AT CSMITH@WTSCHOOLS.ORG
7th & 8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance - 2/9/24
The National Junior Honor Society is hosting the annual 7th and 8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance! All proceeds raised will go towards the American Heart Foundation.
Date: Friday, February 9th
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Location: LVMS - N .Gym
Ticket Information: Tickets will be sold for $10 per student during student lunches starting 2/5/24. Tickets will also be sold at the door
Other Information: Drinks and snacks will be available. Formal attire encouraged, not mandatory.
Technology Dept. Chromebook Reminders!
As a reminder, if you are experiencing any tech issues or have a damaged Chromebook, please be sure to report those issues directly to our Technology Department as soon as possible!
Technology Department Availability:
- All student support periods in the LCC (near the guidance office)
- 6th Grade: 11-17 - 11:40 AM
- 8th Grade: 12:06 - 12:29 PM
- 7th Grade: 12:31 - 12:53 PM
Loaner Chromebooks:
- If you forget your Chromebook or need a loaner, please visit the Main Office during AM Homeroom. Please be aware, there are a limited number of loaner Chromebooks available each day.
LVMS Winter Sports 2023-24
Boys Basketball
The boys basketball team will play its first round County Tournament basketball game tonight, beginning at 7:00, at MacKinnon Middle School in Wharton. Good luck!
Girls Basketball
The Girls Basketball team ended their season last week losing in Overtime 38-41 to Brooklawn MS after tying the game in the 4th quarter with a buzzer beating 3 pointer! All the girls played great and had a amazing season ending their regular season with only 3 losses!
Please clean and return your uniforms to coach Denny.
Spring Sports Information
2024 Spring Season - (B/G Track, Baseball, and Softball)
Physicals Due Date - Mar 15th
Tryout/Practice Start dates - Apr 1st
End Date of Overall Season - Jun 9th
Students in Grade 6 are only eligible to participate in
Fall Cross Country and the Spring Track & Field Teams
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE SPORTS PHYSICAL FORMS / PACKET
Boys Baseball - 7th / 8th Grades
Girls Softball - 7th / 8th Grades
Boys and Girls Track & Field** - 6th - 8th Grades
Check out the LVMS Sports Portal for all schedules / sports team updates.
Any questions can be directed to individual coaches or to Mr. Mitch Schlesinger, LVMS Sports Coordinator
PTA Events & Information
The Scholastic Book Fair -
The LVMS PTA will be sponsoring the Scholastic Book Fair for all LVMS students.
Online Store Opens 3/1
Online Website / eWallet: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/longvalleyms
Fair ID: 5539487
In Person Store for Students Begins 3/5
Tentative Student Visitation Schedule
3/5: House 1 Students
3/6: House 2 Students
3/7: House 3 Students
3/8: Lunch / Support Only for students who missed their assigned day
Volunteers Needed!
The PTA will be looking for volunteers in 2024 for efforts including a Book Fair, Shoe Drive, and other fundraisers and activities! Please let us know if you'd be interested in helping - every little bit helps. You can email us at ptalvms@gmail.com.
Long Valley Middle School
Website: www.wtschools.org
Location: 51 West Mill Road, Long Valley, NJ, USA
Phone: 908-876-3434
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/longvalleyms1
Twitter: @WTSchools