
Burbank Bulletin
After School Activities Edition ~ September 20, 2023
We are excited to announce that our after school activities are gearing up!
ALL students participating in an extra-curricular activity must be picked up by a parent/guardian or pre-approved adult. The Mary Rowlandson buses will not be available for middle school ridership. Pick-up time for the majority of activities is 3:00 PM. Students will be waiting for parents/guardians by the flagpole with their advisor at 3:00.
- Please note: Chorus, Jazz Ensemble, and Intramural pick-up time will be 3:20 PM; Cross Country pick up will be at 3:30. For these activities, parents picking up MRE students should pick up MRE students first and then pick up LBMS students by the flagpole.
Parents should pull into the parking lot and drive down the first row. Do not pull into a parking space. Students will be directed to their car by their advisor. Thank you for your prompt arrival for pick-up and for your continued support of these opportunities for our students.
Art Club (Advisor: Mrs. Slattery)
Art Club is an opportunity for students to enjoy additional time to create and express using a variety of art materials. Art Club activities include painting, printmaking, collage, drawing, and working with clay. The Art Club will meet in the Art Room on Monday afternoons beginning October 2nd. Permission slips must be returned prior to attending the first session and can be picked up from the Art Room or printed out from the Art Club Google Classroom (a link is posted on Mrs. Slattery's website). Mondays
Best Buddies (Advisor: Mrs. Collins)
Since 2008, Luther Burbank Middle School has been an “officially chartered chapter dedicated to establishing mutually enriching one-to-one friendships to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities.” Our membership has continued to grow through the years, developing strong friendships between the students. Our chapter will plan to meet on the first Wednesday of each month in our PACE classroom, beginning in October. If your child is planning to participate, please go to bestbuddies.org/join and complete a member application (it will take 5 minutes or less). Additionally, there will be LBMS extracurricular activity permission forms and instructions posted in the main hallway. These forms need to be completed and returned to Mrs. Collins prior to the start of our activities. We are looking forward to another year of fun and friendship! First Wednesday of the month
Chorus (Advisor: Ms. Belhumeur)
Chorus is a place for students to come together, sing, laugh, and enjoy choral community. Chorus is NOT auditioned!! Students with or without singing experience are welcome and encouraged to give it a try. The LBMS Chorus explores repertoire from a variety of genres including jazz, folk, classical, musical theatre, and even pop! Students learn about vocal health, technique, 2-4 part singing, and experience singing in both English and other languages. Wednesdays
Creative Writing Club (Advisor: Ms. Brunelle)
The Luther Burbank Creative Writing Club is a productive, reflective, fun, and collaborative space where students will be invited to engage in a variety of creative writing activities and discussions about creative writing. Students will be writing, discussing each other’s writing, and working to build their skills as authors! This is a great opportunity for students to make new friends, develop collaboration and critical thinking skills, and have a lot of fun! Joining the club requires a permission slip in advance of participation. The first meeting for those who submit signed permission slips will be announced shortly. The club will meet in Ms. Brunelle’s room. Wednesdays
Drama Club (Advisor: Mrs. Kramer)
All interested students are invited to join the new LBMS Drama Club! LBMS Drama Club will give students the opportunity to participate in supervised creative dramatic activities. Students will learn about all aspects of Theater; on the stage, behind the scenes, lights and sound, promotions and so much more. We will practice different forms of dramatic writings and give the students the chance to perform alone or in small groups. Maybe you want to sing a song from your favorite musical or perform a monologue from your favorite movie, or even act out a scene with a group of friends. Each session will end with a small showcase for families.
How is this different from the school musical?
The musical is a bigger commitment, it requires students to audition and be cast. Rehearsals are twice a week for 2 1/2 months ending in two performances of a Junior version show. Drama Club will be a smaller group setting for kids to explore theater and have some input into what they will get out of it.
Do I have to do both?
NO! You are welcome to just be part of the Drama Club or just do the play. Either one or both is up to you. Thursdays (beginning September 28, through December then April- June)
Gaming Club (Advisor: Mr. O'Leary)
The Luther Burbank Gaming Club is a fun and collaborative space where students will be invited to hangout, relax, and play classic board games. Bring a friend, or meet some new ones! Joining the club requires a permission slip in advance of participation. The first meeting for those who submit signed permission slips will be on Monday, October 2nd. The club will meet in Mr. O'Leary’s room. Mondays
Intramurals Students should view the Bulletin Board in the gym for start dates. Interested students must have a signed participation form on file. Forms may be found in the office.
Floor Hockey (with Ms. Trahan), Tuesdays, 2:15-3:15
Weight Room (with Mrs. Stevens), Wednesdays, 2:15-3:15
Two Hand Football (with Mr. Peirce), Thursdays, 2:15-3:15
Jazz Ensemble (Advisor: Ms. Belhumeur)
In Jazz Ensemble, students have the opportunity to explore one of the only styles of music that is uniquely American. The ensemble sets up as a traditional "Big Band," but is open to students who play non-traditional jazz instruments as well. Students study a mix of well-known charts, improvisation, jazz technique, and tunes arranged for Big Bands. Jazz Ensemble is open to any student who plays an instrument at 6th grade proficiency, and is NOT auditioned. Come one, come all! Tuesdays
Math Club (Advisor: Mrs. Weber)
Are you enthusiastic about solving problems? Do you love learning new math concepts? Do you enjoy working in a small group? This is the team for you! Compete each month with teams around the world doing the Math Olympiad Competitions! Beginning October 16, we will practice weekly: solving problems, working in a small group, discussing solutions with teammates, and sometimes playing math games or solving math puzzles. Mondays
Robotics Club (Advisor: Mrs. Sama)
Students who like Lego, computers and working on teams should consider joining the Robotics Team. Attendance is mandatory and space is very limited - students who are interested please see Mrs. Sama. Meetings will begin in October. Thursdays
Student Council (Advisor: Mrs. Franco)
Student Council is an organization that gives students a voice. Students become part of a group that can make a change. Students organize and carry out events such as dances and service projects and help create a more positive school community by building school spirit through activities like spirit week. Through these various activities and more, students are able to make a positive impact on our school and build leadership skills. Thursdays
Wind Ensemble (Advisor: Ms. Belhumeur)
**Auditions will be scheduled for late September/early October, first rehearsal TBD**
Wind Ensemble is Lancaster's HONORS ensemble, and is our only auditioned ensemble. Students interested in Wind Ensemble should be active members of their grade level Concert Band who are driven, high-achieving in music, and seeking a challenge. As members of an honors ensemble, these young musicians also exemplify leadership in behavior, musicianship, and overall character. Students should audition for Wind Ensemble based on their desire to push themselves and challenge their musical skills. Wind Ensemble aims to have an ideal instrumental balance. This is based on traditional Wind Ensemble section structure. Remaining open seats will be filled based on director recommendation, following auditions. For audition requirements, please visit the Ensemble Page on Ms. Belhumeur's website. Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30
Yearbook Club (Advisor: Mrs. Sullivan)
The Luther Burbank Middle School Yearbook Club is charged with the task of creating a yearbook to be completed and distributed by the last day of the school. Club members will photograph school activities and events, format images, design pages, and assist with the cover contest and the coordination of communications between the yearbook club and students and teachers for submitting information for the yearbook. Wednesdays/Thursdays
Luther Burbank Middle School
Email: jursuliak@nrsd.net
Website: https://burbank.nrsd.net/
Location: Lancaster, MA, USA
Phone: 978-365-4558
Twitter: @LBMSPrincipal