Long Valley Middle School

Long Valley Middle School

LVMS Monday Minute

Week of 1/12/2026

We hope everyone had a great weekend!

As a reminder, LVMS will be in session on Monday, January 19th for a 4-hour Early Dismissal Day (8:30 AM - 12:30 PM).  For more details, please check your email for a community message from Superintendent Lind that was sent on 1/7/2026.  

 

Highlights, Dates, & Reminders

Highlights from Last Week

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR: Please see the District Calendar for 2026-27 School Year that was updated at last weeks BOE meeting.  Please check your email for a community message from Superintendent Lind on 1/7/26 regarding the adjustment to the district calendar and early dismissal day for LVMS only on 1/19/2026.  

MULTICULTURAL CLUB HOLIDAY RECIPE BOOK: CLICK HERE to see the Multicultural Club Newsletter "Holidays Around the World".  

ATTENTION 8TH GRADE FAMILIES: Please CLICK HERE to see the "Dates to Remember" from WMCHS.

Upcoming Dates

JANUARY
1/16- LVMS Student Council Movie Night - More Information Below!
1/19-
LVMS Early Dismissal for Students - 4 Hour Day **UPDATED**
1/27- PTA Assembly "Best Day Ever" - Student Support Periods - TENTATIVE
1/29- LVMS PTA Meeting - Virtual 7:30 PM
1/29- End of Marking Period #2

FEBRUARY
2/6- Spirit Day: Sports Apparel
2/9- WTSchools BOE Meeting: 7PM
2/13- Spirit Day: Wear Yellow
2/16- SCHOOL CLOSED: President's Day
2/19- LVMS Rock Band Concert: 7PM

Reminders

NEXTREX RECYCLING CHALLENGE: LVMS is trying to collect 1000 lbs of plastic. Students can drop off soft plastics, such as bags, wraps, bubble wrap, and packing, outside of Mr. Ippolito's Office.  

iREADY ASSESSMENT: This week, during Mathematics and ELA Classes, students will complete the iReady Assessment.  i-Ready is an online program that will help us determine your student’s strengths and areas for growth, personalize their learning, and monitor their progress throughout the school year.  For more information, please reference the email sent on 12/11/25 from Mrs. Deborah Russo, Director of Curriculum & Instruction

LOST AND FOUND: LVMS Lost and Found bins are starting to overflow again! If your child has lost an article of clothing or a water bottle, please have them check the lost and found. There is a lost and found bin in the vestibule at the LVMS Main Entrance, as well as one in the stairwell upstairs to 6th grade by Rooms 223 and 224. All unclaimed items will be donated by the end of the day on 1/30/2026.

 

Lunch Menus & Announcements

LVMS Lunch Menus and Information

Monthly Lunch Menu

Maschio's Is Hiring!  Click Here For More Information!
Lunch Menu 25-26

Daily Announcements

Did you know the daily announcements that are made each morning are also available on our website? Stay informed about what the students hear each morning by visiting our website!

LVMS Announcements Website

Announcements 25-26
 

Student Council Movie Night - 1/16/2026

 

Spirt Day - 1/16: Flannel Friday!

Don't forget our next Spirit Day this Friday!  It's Flannel Friday!  

 

LVMS Yearbook Order Information

Orders for the 2025-26 LVMS Yearbook are STILL open!

Final Date to Order is 4/15/2026

yearbookordercenter.com

School code 4877

 

 

 
 

8th Grade Yearbook Ads - Well Wishers

The Yearbook Staff at Long Valley Middle School invites you to make a memorable addition to the 2025-26 Yearbook in the form of a WELL WISHER. Some parents surprise their graduate with this gift. All Ads must be purchased by March 15, 2026.  NO LATE SUBMISSIONS will be accepted beyond that submission date. Only one ad per student is allowed. See attached flyer for instructions & more information.

For More Information on the 2025-26 Yearbook Click Here!
 

National Junior Honor Society

Students interested in joining the National Junior Honor Society can access the form on Ms. Jenkins' website or use this link. Only those with a school email can access the form. Students interested must have a 90% average for their time in middle school and proof of community service. All forms are due to Ms. Jenkins in room 20 by 3:30 on February 4th. 

CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE NJHS APPLICATION
 

LVMS Winter Sports

Boys Basketball
Boys Basketball Website
Coach:
Mr. Kyle Kays

Monday: Home Game vs. North Warren MS

Tuesday: Away Game vs. Bernardsville MS

Wednesday: OFF

Thursday: Away Game vs. Mt. Olive MS

Friday: Home Game vs. Brooklawn MS

Cross Country 25-26

Girls Basketball
Girls Basketball Website
Coach:
Ms. Kristin Denny

Monday: Practice 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: Home Game vs. Bernardsville MS

Wednesday: Practice 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Thursday: Home Game vs. Mt. Olive MS

Friday: Away Game vs. Brooklawn MS

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Check out the LVMS Sports Portal for all schedules/sports team updates.

Any questions can be directed to individual coaches, Mr. Mitch Schlesinger, LVMS Sports Coordinator

 

PTA Events & Information

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PTA General Meetings 2025-26

Mark your calendars, and join us for LVMS PTA General Meetings. All meetings will be on Zoom this year. 

The next meeting is on Thursday, January 29th at 7:30 PM

Join Zoom Meeting - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7203276138?omn=82037625552
Meeting ID: 720 327 6138

 
 

LVMS SPIRIT WEAR - ON SALE NOW!

The LVMS PTA's Spirit Wear Store is now open! 12% of sales get donated directly back to the PTA to support our students!
https://www.spiritshop.com/school/new-jersey/long-valley/long-valley-middle-school?nocache=1

 
PTA Spirit wear 2025
 
 
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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
X: @WTSchools

LVMS School Day Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:25 PM
LVMS Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

LVMS Principal - Mr. Mark Ippolito
LVMS Asst. Principal - Mr. Michael Mirabella

LVMS Main Office Secretary: Mrs. Stephanie Mathews
LVMS Main Office Secretary: Mrs. Athi Vairavanvelu

We Are Panthers!