LMS Book Fair Ends Today!

Volunteers still needed for tear-down!

Book Fair Volunteer Sign-Up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0D49AEAB23A3FA7-51555398-lmsbook#/

6th Grade Party Set for Spring!

The 6th grade party is set for April 10, 2025 - that's a Thursday right after school so buses will be able to take students home afterwards. More details to come!

Student and Parent Volunteers Needed!

Conference Meal Donations Needed!

Thank you for helping to show our appreciation to the LMS teachers and staff during fall Teacher Conferences!

The LMSPA is hosting a parent-provided potluck lunch on October 16th. Our potluck lunch will feature chili, soups, and salads, with bread and dessert. In addition, we are requesting donations of lots of drinks to fuel our teachers and keep them hydrated all week long. Sign-Up to bring an item(s) or to make a donation!

Jr. Rams Concessions Stand

It's not too late to sign-up for volunteering at the final LMSPA concession stand on Saturday, October 19th. Your kids will help us raise funds for the school, meet other students, and learn some important skills related to sales. All students will get a certificate of participation documenting their time .

Sign-up here: https://laduemspa.membershiptoolkit.com/volunteer/137084

“Thank you for the opportunity. Kids had a blast volunteering for the concession stand. You have created this amazing opportunity for kids to learn

Very appreciative.” - Ladue Parent

Thanks to these amazing 6th graders who helped out last Saturday!

Parent Volunteers Needed for LMSPA

Parents of 6th and 7th grade students - we need your help! We have a lot of exciting activities coming up for your children and we can't do it alone!

Sign-up HERE to find out how you can support LMSPA.

Everything You Need to Know About Boo Bash

Purchase one of our fab "boo" lous baskets full of Halloween-themed goodies.

Order by October 18^th on the LMSPA website - $20 a basket.

Baskets will be delivered by LMSPA volunteers and left at your door to surprise your child/children.

Don't worry we'll let parents know so you can capture that special moment with a photo or video.

LMS Boo Bash

Join us for Boo Bash on Sunday, October 27, at the LMS parking lot!

All students are invited to dress up (optional) and trunk-or-treat throughout the parking lot. Parents must stay on the premises to ensure a safe and fun event for all. Siblings are welcome to attend. We will also have a DJ, games, prizes, cupcakes, and awards for best trunk decor and costumes!

Time:

2-3:00PM: Set up -- park your car and decorate your trunk during this time (optional)

3-4:30 PM: Trunk-or-treating, games, music, and fun!

We are in need of 50 volunteers to decorate their car trunks, and bring and pass out candy. If you are volunteering to provide a Trunk, please enter code TRUNK at checkout for free registration! You must still complete the checkout process to register.

There are several ways to enjoy this event.

Trunk: If you volunteer to decorate your trunk and pass out candy you and your family will be able to signup for free. You must bring the candy that you will pass out. Please enter code TRUNK at checkout for free registration. You must still complete the checkout process to register.
Treat: You may attend the event and choose to only trick-or-treat for candy, enjoy the games, and hang out with our Middle School Community. Parent supervision is required.
Pizza: LMSPA will pre-order pizzas to be delivered ready for you to enjoy during the event. Each large pizza is $12 (cheese and pepperoni options only).
Donate candy or $$: If you would like to donate candy, please drop off at the LMS office labeled Boo Bash. If you would like to donate money to purchase additional candy, please do so online.

Financial Aid: If your family would like financial assistance, please enter code HALLOWEEN at checkout to register for free.

IMPORTANT FOR ALL FAMILIES: Please make sure you complete checkout and receive a confirmation email. Please contact Caroline Hall if you need assistance.

Click HERE to register, order pizza, and/or donate funds!

Looking to get some great PR for your local business? We are looking for more sponsors for the Boo Bash event on Sunday, October 27.

$100 to sponsor a Halloween-themed game with only your name and logo at that station (hoping for 10 game stations at the event )
$250 to exclusively sponsor one of our other fun areas with your name and logo (pumpkin decorating, crafts table, caramel apple making, etc.)
$350 to sponsor the DJ for the event (only one lucky business or family gets this exclusive chance)
$500 to be one of our event sponsors with your name and logo prominently displayed at the event (top placement on signs and PR materials)

It's your chance to promote your support of the LMSPA at this fun event attended by students, parents and teachers.

Please contact LMSPA fundraising chair Trish Saleeby for sponsorship information at saleebyp@hotmail.com.

Opportunities for LMS Students

Connect with LMSPA, Pay Dues, Drawing Winners, and More

Click Here To Pay Your Annual Dues

Please consider contributing to our annual dues campaign. Voluntary dues help us support the students, teachers, and staff at LMS in so many ways.

6^th grade camp

Field trips for all grades

Grade-level parties and special events like the Boo-Bash

Extra-curricular clubs and competitions including Ski Club, Science Olympiad, and Math Team

Teacher Grants

Teacher/staff appreciation throughout the year, including conference meals, appreciation days, and coffee in the lounge

Membership toolkit platform that makes our LMSPA directory and weekly communications possible

While it costs around $75 per student each year to make this happen, we ask that you contribute whatever is possible. Any amount helps to make a difference for our school! Just click the link above or send a check payable to LMSPA to the school.

Dues Drawing Winners!

Congratulations to the following families who have won a Halloween-themed gift bag of goodies including one of our limited edition Ladue water bottles: The Kulinsky, Loeb, Wang/Ran, and Wroth Families!

Thank you to EVERYONE for making a contribution to the annual dues campaign so far this year.

Don't forget you can still make your dues contribution online at the LMSPA website.

Next week will be launching another special prize so check back in the newsletter for details.

Thanks for supporting the LEF 'Due Run

Thank you LMS for all who turned out to support the Ladue Education Foundation at the 'Due Run to make it a huge success! We had a fun morning of fitness and fellowship! Thanks to our 456 participants and 29 sponsors, the 'Due Run raised $19,000, which furthers the LEF's mission to go above and beyond for ALL students! Monies raised will help support teacher grants at Ladue schools, like the sound system for the LMS Theatre Program and the robotics program expansion at LMS. Thanks for your support and we hope to see you at next year's 'Due Run!

#1 Raise Right - Help LMSPA while purchasing gift cards or shopping online

Enrollment Code: D6554D7C53498

Learn more by clicking HERE or scanning the QR code below.

#2 Office Depot - Help LMS while shopping for office and school supplies

Simply make a purchase of qualifying supplies, provide your school's ID at

checkout (in store and online) and your designated school will receive 5% back in credits for FREE supplies!

It's a small act that can make a huge difference. Learn more by clicking HERE.

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The LMSPA is excited to feature this week's local business partner, Pretzel Boy's. They mix their dough from scratch, hand-twist and design it, and bake pretzels fresh throughout the day! You'll love tasting the freshness in every bite. Stop by for a twisted experience at one of their four locations including our favorite in Des Peres at 11750 Manchester Road.

Update your MTK information to stay in the know!

This is the best way we can connect with you, and you can process all sorts of things for LMSPA your student may be involved with this year. For more questions this year about Membership Toolkit, please connect with Sheeran Gattani.