We hope everyone enjoyed the weekend!
Long Valley Middle School
Highlights, Dates, & Reminders
Highlights from Last Week
COURSE ROTATION CALENDER: Please be aware that the Course Rotation Calendar has been updated to reflect the district snow day on 2/6/25.
2025-2026 WTS DISTRICT CALENDAR: CLICK HERE to view the 2025-26 School Year Calendar that was BOE Approved earlier this month.
QUINT CHORUS & ROCK BAND CONCERT: Congratulation Mrs. Oppel and Mr. Jonach and all students that participated in the concerts last week! Outstanding performances!
Upcoming Dates
MARCH
3/4- WTS HIB Information Session: 6 PM PAC
3/6- Pet Therapy Returns to LVMS
3/14- Student v. Staff Basketball Game: 3:45 PM - More information coming soon!
3/20- 6th Grade Field Trip
3/21- 6th Grade Western Dance: 7-9 PM
3/31-4/4- All WTSchools Closed - SPRING BREAK!
Reminders
SPRING SPORTS PHYSICALS / PAPERWORK: Paperwork to participate in Spring Sports at LVMS is now available. CLICK HERE / see below for additional information! All paperwork is due by the end of the school day on March 14th.
PANTHERS DEN OPEN: The Panthers Den will be open on Weds. 3/12 during support periods!
HIB PARENT INFORMATION SESSION: Please CLICK HERE to see the community letter from WTS Superintendent Mrs. Lind that went home to families 2/21/25.
PTA GERTRUDE HAWK CANDY SALE FUNDRAISER: Please check your email (sent 2/21/25) for important information from the LVMS PTA about their new Gertrude Hawk Candy Sale Fundraiser.
Lunch Menus & Announcements
LVMS Lunch Menus and Information
Daily Announcements
Did you know the daily announcements that are made each morning are also available on our website? Stay informed with what the students hear each morning by visiting our website!
HIB Parent Evening: March 4, 2025
Date: Tuesday, March 4th, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Presenter: Ms. Stacey Therese Cherry, Esq. [Fogarty & Hara, Esqs.]
Location: LVMS - Performing Arts Center
During this informative evening, Ms. Cherry will provide:
A comprehensive overview of Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying law, policy, and procedures
Understanding of parents' and students' rights
Explanation of reporting procedures
Review of Conflict vs. Bullying
Resources available to families and more
The presentation will conclude with a Question & Answer session, giving you the opportunity to address any questions you may have.
Black History Month - February 2025
Carter G. Woodson: 1875-1950
the Father of Black History
“No man knows what he can do until he tries.”
History is a story. For a long time, history mainly focused on the achievements of kings, queens, and powerful leaders. In the 18th and 19th centuries, historians began using a more scientific approach, studying evidence to make history more accurate.
Black History Month is a time to remember the struggles and achievements of African Americans in all areas of life, from science and the arts to politics and civil rights. It helps all Americans gain a fuller understanding of history and the role African Americans have played in shaping the country.
Black history is American history.
Throughout the month, our school will recognize the importance of Black Americans in the fabric of our nation through activities relating to the curricula in various content areas.
February in the LVMS Library
The theme for Black History Month 2025, “African Americans and Labor,” highlights the significant and multifaceted connections between work and the experiences of Black Americans. This theme aims to inspire deep reflections on how labor, in its many forms, has shaped Black history, culture, and workplaces throughout different eras and across the United States. It also recognizes key events, themes, and contributions that have defined the role of African Americans in the workforce. The LVMS Library is showcasing the contributions of African Americans in the various work spaces. Please visit the LVMS Library or CLICK HERE to see some suggested selections that are available for checkout.
Spring Intramurals Club - Registration Open!
Students can now sign up for Spring Intramurals Club! Sign ups are open until March 3rd or until the club has full enrollment of 50 students.
More information or permission slips can be found in the Guidance Office or in Room 29.
See Mr. Inskeep or Mrs. Werneke with any questions!
Spring Sports 2025 Information
Any student that is interested in participating in Spring 2025 Sports at LVMS must submit all required paperwork and physical information by 3:30 PM on Friday, March 14, 2025. Paperwork cannot be accepted after this date. All completed forms can be dropped off at the LVMS Main Office, placed in the locking blue mailbox outside of the main office, or submitted directly to Mrs. Hade, our school nurse.
Physical forms and paperwork should not be submitted directly to the coaches at any point.
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.
PTA Events & Information
BECOME A PTA MEMBER!
It's not too late to become a PTA member for the 2024-25 School Year!
GERTRUDE HAWK CANDY SALE FUNDRAISER
The LVMS PTA will be holding a Gertrude Hawk Candy Sale starting today until March 10th. The purpose of this fundraiser will be to raise funds to directly support student activities organized by the LVMS Student Council, NJHS, and PTA. All students and families will have the option to sell candy in person or online, with great incentives available for students who make sales! Paper forms have been provided to all students during their Homeroom today, February 21st. Anyone that wishes can also participate in online sales as well. Please see the attached flyer for specific information. There is no obligation to participate but every little bit helps! For more information, please visit https://www.lvmspta.org/gertrude-hawk. Please contact Melanie Bratton with any questions directly at fundraisinglvmspta@gmail.com.
LVMS SPIRIT WEAR - ON SALE NOW!
CICK HERE to purchase LVMS Spirit Wear!
This year the LVMS PTA is partnering with GotSneakers as a year-round fundraiser. To participate, simply drop your pairs of used athletic shoes in the available box that will be located in the LVMS lobby starting September 17. If you would like to know more about GotSneakers and their mission to reduce waste, you can read about them here.
MARCH PTA MEETING
Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM in the LVMS Library (additional information / virtual link to be shared later)
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
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
