Little Miami E-News

After just a week of winter sport postseason action for Little Miami Athletics, Panther fans have borne witness suspenseful finishes, championship efforts, the thrill of advancement and the heartbreak of defeat. This upcoming weekend and next week look to be filled with more the same, and we cannot get enough of the exciting ride! Continue to follow your Cats

Thanks to everyone who came to read at the Primary on Leap Day!

Several Academic Team members were recently recognized with All-ECC honors!

ECC First Team: Brennan Hubbard & Aaron Reza-Quiros

ECC Second Team: Tyler Stephenson

ECC Honorable Mention: Jackson Fischer

Team Captain Brennan Hubbard (11th grade) was named ECC PLAYER OF THE YEAR!!!

Congratulations Panthers!

(Photo - Brennan Hubbard)

A Panther community favorite returns this Spring! The 2024 Fine Arts Festival will be held at Little Miami High School on Saturday, April 20th from 8 AM-4:00 PM. This event has something for the entire family- from fun artistic activities, art displays, and performances from our talented Panther students! Enjoy a Band Breakfast Bakery hosted by the LM Band Boosters in the morning, followed by tasty concession stand options, with proceeds benefitting LM Choir. Stop by throughout the day for fun & fine art celebrations!

Performance Schedule

9:00 – 10:30 6th-8th Grade Bands (LMHS Auditorium)

10:30 – 11:00 Marching Band (LMHS Auditorium)

11:15 – 12:00 HS Select Choirs (LMHS Octagon)

12:15 – 1:00 MS Choir (LMHS Auditorium)

1:15 – 2:00 Grades 4-5 (LMHS Auditorium)

2:15 – 2:55 Grades 2-3 (LMHS Auditorium)

3:10 – 3:45 First Grade (LMHS Auditorium)

It is with mixed emotions that we announce the well-deserved retirement of our Director of Support Services, Gene Blake. As he embarks on a new chapter of his life, somewhere on a beach in Florida, we want to express our deepest gratitude for his commitment and leadership to Little Miami Local Schools.

Gene has been a member of LM since 2005, when he became one of the first of two sub-bus drivers for the district. Not long after, he became a full-time bus driver. In 2007, he was hired as a full-time mechanic and later moved into the office to assist the Transportation Director. Eventually, he transitioned to become the Transportation Director. In 2010, he made his final move to the central office and became Director of Support Operations, overseeing Transportation, Facilities, Maintenance, Custodial and eventually Food Service.

His last workday will be Friday, May 31st, 2024.

To read the full article: https://www.littlemiamischools.com/district-news/entry/retirement-announcement%21-1830/

Did you realize that each school within the Little Miami School District has their own Kroger Community Rewards account?

LM DMA 2 students have finished production on episode 6 of The Panther Show!

In this episode, we talk to the stars of our upcoming school musical, examine some of the things we hear in the hallway, and more.

With the increase in illnesses throughout our district please be vigilant when sending your students to school. The following suggestions will help you determine when your student(s) should not attend school:

*Your child has a fever of 100 degrees or above the previous evening or in the morning. Your child must be fever free (without medication) for 24 hours before returning to school.

*your child has experienced vomiting or diarrhea during the night or in the morning.

Prevention is the best intervention!

Please remind your students of the importance of good hand washing, rest, and increased fluids.

We are trying to decide if we want to get the yearbooks out in the spring or continue delivering them in the fall. Please take this survey to let us know your preference.

https://forms.gle/vSZTn4mqds9nsYHW7

Ohioans are able to register to vote online, by mail, or in person. Click here for more information about voter registration. LM understands the importance of voting and has opportunities for LMHS students to register at school. LMHS hosts registration opportunities during lunch throughout the year to register and utilizes time during Government class to assist eligible & interested students. The front office at LMHS has Voter Registration Forms available for members of the public who are interested.

Voter Registration Deadlines

• February 20, 2024 for the March 19, 2024 Presidential Primary and Special Congressional Primary (6th Congressional District) Election
• May 13, 2024 for the June 11, 2024 Special Congressional General (6th Congressional District) Election
• July 8, 2024 for the August 6, 2024 Special Election
• October 7, 2024 for the November 5, 2024 General Election

The winter weather season is here, so the time to be prepared is NOW! If a delay or cancellation due to weather conditions is necessary, Little Miami will announce through the SwiftK12 notification system (LM phone calls, emails & text messages), post on LM social media & website and report delays/closures to local media stations.

LM utilizes 90-minute delays when weather warrants a delay, not an entire school closure. Please save the above graphic for your use on days we are on a delay! Preparedness tip: print and tape the graphic to your refrigerator for convenience!

Find additional winter weather information here.

All materials are currently available at each school. Opt-out forms and instruction dates will be communicated by building principals.

The link to Family Information Night is below.

Ohio recently passed Erin's Law, Senate Bill 288, becoming the 38th state to do so.

Erin’s Law is named for Erin Merryn – who was sexually abused and raped by an adult neighbor from ages 6-8 and then by an older teenage cousin from ages 11-13. Both threatened her if she did not stay quiet. Erin’s Law mandates specific instruction to students in grades K-12 to include child sexual abuse prevention, dating violence prevention, and sexual violence prevention. Instruction must consist of recognizing dating violence warning signs and characteristics of healthy relationships.

To provide instruction meeting Erin’s Law requirements, Little Miami Local Schools is partnering with the Child Advocacy Center of Warren County to implement the Child Safety Matters curriculum for all students in grades K-6. A family information night will be held on January 16th at 6:30 PM in our Central Office Panther Room. To RSVP please fill out this Google Form. We aim to provide engaging, fun, developmentally appropriate lessons that educate and empower students to prevent, recognize, and respond appropriately to bullying, cyberbullying, child abuse, relationship abuse, digital abuse, and other digital dangers. A trained facilitator will be implementing the program in classrooms.

Additionally, students in grades 7-12 will receive mandatory instruction as a part of their required health course; teachers will use lesson plans from Maximum Freedom. As per Erin’s Law, instruction and information provided cannot be connected in any way to any individual, entity, or organization that provides, promotes, counsels or makes referrals for abortion or abortion-related services. All parents will have the option to opt their child out of this instruction through a provided form.

Grad signs are here!

The signs are being sold at the high school's main office. The signs are $15 and come with a yard stake.

Cash or check made out LMHS PTO

Through their Take Action Project, Girl Scout Troop 4680 identified a need from an LMPR gym teacher for new soccer balls. Troop 4680 delivered six new soccer balls this week.

Dear families,

At Little Miami, we’re committed to providing a learning experience that allows your child to grow and flourish with technology.

That’s why we’ve teamed up with a student safety and digital wellbeing platform that is now protecting the devices your child uses at school, ensuring they stay safe and secure.

We’re happy to invite you to join us in this world of digital well-being by giving you access to the Qustodio Parents App.

This will give you full visibility of how your child uses their school devices. Create your account to see your personalized dashboard.

For more information click here: https://www.littlemiamischools.com/district-news/

The podcast is called WoodHenge, named after the ancient, fossilized structures buried under Little Miami High School. There are woodhenges worldwide, similar to stonehenges, but it's believed that the woodhenge buried under LM was left during the Hopewell era.

The point of the podcast's name is to show that we are "uncovering" the truth about Little Miami High School, just like woodhenge was uncovered!

This year's guests include Dr. Kevin Harleman, Mrs. Adrienne Sanders, Mr. Rob Mason, Jasmina Abduganieva, Alena Greulich, Mackenzie Evans, Kyle Mangan, Mr. Lovins, Edie Loffer, Mr. Woodruff, senior Sam Schmidt and multi sport athlete and standout student, Gabby Wilson, Bob Genheimer, the George Rieveschl Curator of Archaeology at The Cincinnati Museum Center.

Latest Episode:

For the last episode of the fall semester, Mr. DeSanctis and Miss Frederick are joined by Mr. Wysong, an LMHS science teacher in his first year in the district. They chat about life as an administrator, plans for winter break, and some tasty side hustles!

Youtube

https://youtu.be/ZdI_6LyBT9M

Spotify

https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/little-miami-digital-medi/episodes/Woodhenge--A-Little-Miami-Podcast-Ep--14-Mr--Wysong-e2dhn5t

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March 4th-7th: LMES Book Fair

March 5th:

• 7th and 8tyh Grade Choir Concert 7 pm
• LMES PTO Meeting, 6 pm

March 7th:

• LMPR PTO Meeting 7 pm
• LMECC Spring Book Fair Begins (7th - 15th)
• LMHS Choirs Concert 7 pm, LMHS auditorium

March 8th:

• End of Third Quarter
• LMES Glow Dance

March 12th: LMECC PTO Meeting at 6 pm

March 19th:

• No School - Teacher In-Service
• LMES Castle Skateland 6 pm
• LMES Papa John’s Pizza Night

March 29th: Spring Break Begins

April 8th: School Resumes

April 9th: LMES PTO Meeting, 6 pm

April 11th: LMPR PTO Meeting 7 pm

April 13: LMES Purse Bingo

April 16: LMES Papa John’s Pizza Night

April 19: LMES Author Visit

May 2nd: LMPR PTO Meeting 7 pm

May 3: LMES Boosterthon Fun Run

May 6th: LM Select Choirs Octagon Concert, 7 pm. Ticketed event.

May 9th:

• LMHS Choirs Spring Concert Finale and Senior Recognition, 7 pm. LMHS auditorium
• LMES PTO Meeting 6 pm

May 14:

LMES Papa John’s Pizza Night

LMES PTO Meeting 6 pm

May 17: LMES School-wide Foam Party

May 18th: LM Panther Fun Fest Grades PreK-5th, 2-6 pm

May 20th: 8th Grade Leaves for DC Trip

May 23rd:

• 8th Grade Returns from DC Trip
• Report Cards Posted to ProgressBook
• Last Day for Students!

May 24th: Last Day for Teachers!

Mercy Health and Little Miami Local Schools would like to remind you that the Health Clinic is open & ready to help you with anything.

Mary Compton, FMP, is a helpful medical professional capable of treating sickness symptoms, serving as a primary care option, providing vaccinations, and even doing sports physicals.

The Little Miami Health Clinic is located at Little Miami Primary School. Hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM. If you have questions or want to book an appointment, call 513-215-9277

Click here for more information about the Mercy Clinic & Consent Forms.

Despite significant student enrollment growth over the last ten years, LM has strategically stretched out the funds generated by the passage of the 2011 Emergency Levy for more than ten years. This funding represents one-fifth of LM’s total operating budget and is a vital piece of the district’s financial health. These funds were renewed in November 2020.

However, with continued enrollment growth and increased demand for student support, a request for new funds will need to be made of the community in the near future.

Ohio public school districts are required by law to prepare a five-year forecast of projected expenditures revenues twice a year. As reported in the May 2023 Five Year Projections, a revenue shortfall is expected in FY2024.

DID YOU KNOW? By the age of three, a child’s brain is already 80% developed, and, by the time a child enters kindergarten, they must already know thousands of words in order to succeed in the classroom. Reading aloud to a child and giving them access to books is the best way to ensure they are prepared to enter kindergarten.

The Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library wants to start a new chapter in early childhood literacy throughout Ohio by providing families with books. With the goal of preparing students entering Kindergarten for success in the classroom, the Imagination Library program will send a customized book to your child each month from birth until age five. Sign up is easy and FREE! Give your Panther the gift of reading & enroll today.

Learn more about the Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library and its partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

View a Book List

You are not alone. Do you need help now?

Text the keyword “4hope” to 741 741 to be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor within 5 minutes.

Any person may need help in coping with a stressful situation. Reach out by text to communicate with someone trained to listen and respond in a method that is private, secure and confidential.

The Crisis Text Line is a free, confidential service available 24/7 via text on mobile devices. Data usage while texting Crisis Text Line is free and the number will not appear on a phone bill with the mobile service carrier. People of all ages can use Crisis Text Line.

For more information about the Crisis Text Line and for supporting resources, please visit the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services website.

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