You’re Almost in 7th Grade!

Time Flies! As we wrap up sixth grade and before everyone heads off for summer break, the Ladue Middle School Parent Association (LMSPA) is excited to share some important dates and helpful links to support a smooth start to your next chapter at LMS. This letter contains a lot of information so take time to sit down with your student to review it together.

Have a fun, safe summer! ☀️

Elizabeth Wahl

LMSPA 6th Grade Vice President 2024-2025

Co-President for 2025-2026

Save-the-Date 🗓️

August 13: LMS Community Night  - (for all LMS students and family)

Come walk your student’s school schedule, meet teachers, get your school pictures taken, get new LMS swag, and drop by the LMSPA booth to find out what social events will be happening this year. It’s a great school kick-off event you won’t want to miss!

August 18: First Day of School & Parent Coffee with Dr. Angela Thompson at LMS ☕(Parents only)

August 29: Activity Blacktop Fair - 3:30 - 5:30 pm (Students only)

The Activity Blacktop Fair is something you won’t want to miss!  Stay after school on this day to learn about all of the activities you can get involved with after school during your 6th grade year. Sign-ups will be circulated to students and parents.  Please note that some activities have limited capacity.   Come and join in the fun and be part of an LMS tradition of after school fun, service, and leadership!

September 25: 7th grade party - 3:20 - 4:20 pm (Students and parent volunteers)

An after school event for the students. Bus transportation will be provided. 

October 26: LMS Boo Bash (All LMS students and Families)

It’s the new way to trick-or-treat in middle school.You’ll want to be there! DJ, food, candy, and more! Plus, don’t forget about those ever-popular LMSPA Boo Baskets so you can “boo” your friends. More details will come as we get closer.

School Supplies ✏️

Buy your student’s LMS “Teacher Requested” school supplies from School Tool Box.  Once you place your order, the school supplies will ship to your home within about a week.  Here’s a link for your convenience.  

Stay Connected 

Don’t forget to register and/or update your information in Membership Toolkit (MTK) and the Buzz Book! It’s the easiest way to stay connected – whether it’s upcoming LMSPA events, volunteer opportunities, or important school news. If you are already registered in MTK, there is no reason to re-register for LMS! The LMSPA will transfer the information over. 

Get Involved 🖐️

There are several ways for parents to get involved and lend a hand at LMS! Click here to see open board and committee positions, and keep an eye out for more chances to volunteer as we kick off the 2025–2026 school year. 

New at LMS

There are several changes this year that all LMS students and staff will be navigating together. Have confidence knowing that LMS administration, teachers and staff will be ready to help parents and students understand the new bell schedule and team structure as the new school year starts.

New Schedule ⏰

LMS will follow a schedule similar to the high school. Below is a sample schedule for reference. Dr. Thompson will share more information in August.

New Teams 

Each grade will have four teams this year, up from the traditional three teams in previous years. As announced by Dr. Thompson, here are the new teams for 7th grade: