IMPORTANT DATES:

Oct 22 – Nov. 9            Harvest for Hungry Starts
November 6                 PICTURE MAKE UP DAY
November 2                 Professional Work Day, schools closed for students
November 12 – 16         American Education Week—come visit the classrooms
November 19 – 20        Schools close 3 hours early for Parent Conferences
November 21, 22, 23    No school for students.

INTRAMURAL SCHEDULE
STUDENTS MUST HAVE A SIGNED PERMISSION SLIP ON FILE IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE
SIGN-UP SHEETS ARE POSTED IN THE CAFETERIA

Soccer                         10/30; 11/6; and 11/8
Imani Club                    11/13; 12/11; 1/8; 2/5;/ 2/26; 4/15; 5/20 and 6/10
Coed Basketball            1/11; 1/29; 1/31 and 2/7
Power Walk./Fitness     10/18, 10/24, 10/25, 10/31 and 11/1
    Lab

Please note: Intramurals are from 3:10 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Dear Friends and Families of Lime Kiln Middle School,

This was an exciting week as Ed Reed from the Ravens came to LKMS to kickoff the What Moves U fitness challenge for our sixth graders. The American Heart Association and the Ravens organization have teamed up to organize a 10-week challenge. Students will be expected to do 30 minutes of activity three days a week to qualify for weekly drawings for prizes donated by the Ravens. Debra Lange, Physical Education teacher, did an exceptional job setting this up for our students.

This week, as we continue through the 25 Rules of Civility from the book, Choosing Civility by P. M. Forni, we focus on Rule 8: Accept and Give Praise. Here are some highlights from that chapter:

Congratulations to several of Mr. Walls students that made the GT and Enrichment Orchestra! GT Orchestra students are Sean Kim, Taylor Paek, and John Park. The Enrichment Orchestra will include Quinten Armacost, Judy Lee, Jason Yoon, Carey Locke, and Jennifer Shin.

On Wednesday, LKMS will send teams of students to participate in the Envirothon. This is the third year we have participated in this outstanding countywide event for middle level students. A special thank you to Mrs. Spillman and all of our science teachers for working so hard to prepare our students.
Sincerely,
Brenda Thomas

THE RULES OF CIVILITY

Accept and Give Praise.

“In the Middle Ages the bestowing of praise was looked upon as a characteristic of the magnanimous—the noble at heart. It was obvious then, just as it is now, that praise we give to others flows, at least in part, from a transcending of our Selves. The inclination to express sincere praise (as opposed to flattery) continues to be a most captivating character trait of the civil.”

“Experts on manners have provided instruction on how to handle praise. A ‘compliment’ is a gift, one we are expected to acknowledge with the simple courtesy of a firm and felt “Thank you.” All too often, we add self-deprecating remarks. That is almost like returning a gift we didn’t like. Of course, we should never solicit more praise than we were given, e.g., “I was good, wasn’t I. Should we receive by mistake compliments that belong to others, we will give credit where it is due.”

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES…Lime Kiln Middle School will once again be using the Pick A Time program for scheduling conferences on November 19, 20 and 21. A letter will be going home with the students on November 1st explaining how to access the program. In order to schedule conferences you will need your students’ ID number which is located on the top of the conference letter.

GT and Enrichment Orchestra
The following students auditioned and were selected for the GT Orchestra:
Sean Kim
Taylor Paek
John Park

The following students auditioned and were selected for the Enrichment Orchestra:
Quinten Armacost
Judy Lee
Jason Yoon
Carey Locke
Jennifer Shin

A total of 8 students representing Lime Kiln Middle School.

Patrick Walls
Program Director, Elementary GT/Enrichment Orchestras
Music Director, Elementary GT Orchestra

Director or Orchestras,
Folly Quarter Middle School
Lime Kiln Middle School

PTA INFORMATION

ATTENTION: ALL 6TH GRADE PARENTS:
The PTA is sponsoring a Sixth Grade Team Building Icebreaker Event to be held at Lime Kiln on Thursday, November 1st from 3:10 until 5:00 p.m. This event entails numerous team building activities for the students similar to those that are held at Outdoor Ed. Various parents felt our sixth graders could use activities that would help bring them together as a team. much In order for this event to be successful, we are in need of 15-20 parents who are willing to help run these various activities. If you are available and willing to help with this event the afternoon of November 1st, please e-mail Sherri Tatum at statum1@verizon.net or Jeanne Lineberry at jeanne_lineberry@verizon.net by no later than October 26, 2007. A brief training session will be scheduled prior to November 1st. Thank you.

Used Ink Cartridges - The Music Department is collecting used ink cartridges and cell phones. Please send them in and put them in the Box Top Box in the school foyer.

From HC DrugFree:
Below is a link to a short article on Yahoo's front page on what's in energy drinks, with amounts of caffeine, and commentary on combining energy drinks with alcohol. Along the same lines as the energy drinks article in the Fall 2007 issue of the HC DrugFree newsletter (which you can view at www.hcdrugfree.org.)

The Downsides of Bottled Water and Energy Drinks
http://health.yahoo.com/experts/healthnews/12252/the-downsides-of-bottled-water-and-energy-drinks

PTA is running a Coat Drive! Please donate your gently used coats, hats, gloves to the PTA. Pupil Personnel Workers from the school system will distribute the coats to students in need in Howard County. As you buy new winter coats, please consider passing on the old, outgrown coats to this worthy cause. Please bring coats to the box in the front hall by Friday, Nov. 2. Questions, please contact Sherri Tatum (statum1@verizon.net) or Ellen Makar (eemakar@aol.com)

The PTA MEMBERSHIP DRIVE is still underway. Join the PTA today and have your name submitted into the raffle to win a really cool LeapFrog Fly pen. The drawing will be at the end of October so there is still time to enter. The PTA is encouraging every mother AND father of every student to join this year. Any questions, contact me -- Jeanne Lineberry at mjcilineb@verizon.net or call me (301) 317-1766. I look forward to seeing your name on our membership roster

FRIDGE NOTE – SAVE THE DATES

Saturday, Oct. 27th LKMS Daedalus Book Fair (see details below)
Tues, Nov. 13th Cheeburger, Cheeburger “Gotta Eat” Night
Weds, Feb. 27th Three Brothers “Gotta Eat” Night

Watch for details regarding these no-pain/all gain fundraisers in upcoming Leopard’s Tale issues.

Seibels Dine for Charity - Now through the end of October, Seibel’s dining customers will be given a Charity Ballot with their check. Each customer will have the opportunity to select a nonprofit organization or local school from the ballot at each visit. That organization will receive a donation equal to 5% of the amount of the guest’s check.

STUDENTS GET CREATIVE WITH THE 2007-2008 REFLECTIONS PROGRAM
"I CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY"... is the inspiring theme for the National Reflections Program. Participating students can interpret this theme in 6 creative categories: LITERATURE, PHOTOGRAPHY, VISUAL ARTS (Example: drawing, painting, collage and printmaking), FILM/VIDEO, DANCE and MUSIC! Don't limit yourself to just 1 category! Last year we had a record breaking number of Reflections entries. Each one was unique and they were all phenomenal creative efforts. The judges for our school entries are all professionals in those fields and they were highly impressed by the efforts last year. There are 4 levels of competition where the 4 winners in each category proceed to the next level: first is your school, then county, state and finally national. Award ceremonies and nertificates of participation and winner placement are given out at each level. Those dates will be announced. Along with those honors is the extra credit that your teachers give for completed entries by the deadline date. Please ask ALL your teachers whether they are giving extra credit. Simple rule/participation forms will be available in the front office along with a drop box for completed entries and forms. It is extremely important to fill out your Title and brief Artist Statement on your forms. START DATE: OCTOBER 8TH/DEADLINE: DECEMBER 10TH.

Don't hesitate to call with any questions. Be sure to visit: www.pta.org/local_leadership_subprogram_1116958614281.html for more information and to view last years winning entries. The Reflections Committee is looking forward to seeing all your creativity in interpreting the theme "I CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY"...

REFLECTIONS COMMITTEE CHAIR, Judi Neckritz
H443-535-8632 OR jneckritz @comcast.net

HELP NEEDED WITH HONOR ROLL INCENTIVES

At the end of each quarter, the PTA acknowledges our Honor Roll students with a small celebration. Parents are needed to help with these events, as we have over 400 students each quarter who make the Honor Roll. The plan for the 2007-2008 school year is as follows:

First Quarter -- Pizza Party

6th Grade: Nov 14th (1:45 - 3:00PM)
7th Grade: Nov 15th (1:45 - 3:00PM)
8th Grade: Nov 16th (1:45 - 3:00PM)

Second Quarter -- Popcorn & A Movie

6th Grade: Feb 13th (1:45 - 3:00PM)
7th Grade: Feb 14th (1:45 - 3:00PM)
8th Grade: Feb 15th (1:45 - 3:00PM)

Third Quarter -- Ice Cream Social

6th Grade: Apr 21st (1:45 - 3:00PM)
7th Grade: Apr 22nd (1:45 - 3:00PM)
8th Grade: Apr 23rd (1:45 - 3:00PM)

If you can assist on any of these dates, please contact Barbara Slayton at barbara.y.slayton@lmco.com or 410-531-5353.

Direct Donation - It's not too late to get that end of the year tax donation while supporting one of your favorite causes, your children. LKMS PTA is still seeking direct donations to support the many programs and services it offers your children and teachers. Our PTA estimates that it spends $60 a year for every child, and every dollar of your donation goes directly to those services. If you do not like to sell or fundraise, this is a perfect option for you to show your support to your school. You can make your check payable to LKMS PTA and place it in an envelope marked Direct Donation -PTA and have your child give it to their homeroom teacher. You will receive a tax receipt for your donation from the school. Any questions, please feel free to e-mail or call Leanne Glueck at lglueck@earthlink.net, 301-604-7150.

PTA Events for October through December:

2007

OCTOBER

27 Daedalus Book Fair
29 3:00 SIT Meeting

NOVEMBER

American Education Week
Gotta Eat Night ‘CheeburgerCheeburger”

            14 9:30 Coffee with Admin.
            14    2:15 6th Grade Honor Roll
14    7:00 PTA Meeting
15    2:15 7th Grade Honor Roll
16    2:15 8th Grade Honor Roll
            19   4:00 Staff Conference Dinner
            26    3:15 SIT Meeting

DECEMBER

19 7:00 PTA Meeting

COMMUNITY INFORMATION

The River Hill High School Drama Department will perform It’s a Wonderful Life on November 7, 8, 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m. with matinee performances n November 10 and 11 at 2:00 p.m. For the Thursday, November 8 performance, anyone who donates a canned good or non-perishable food item will receive the advanced sale price of $8.00 at the door. Tickets can be ordered by mail by going to the RHHS website and downloading an order form. If you have any questions, or need further information, contact Pam Land (pland@hcpss.org) or call 410-313-7120. There are many former LKMS students in the production.

HOWARD COUNTY AUTISM SOCIETY…The Howard County Autism Society, along with AMC14 in Columbia, will be offering a sensory-friendly movie experience for families with special needs. AMC Theaters at Columbia Mall will be showing the Bee Movie on Saturday November 10 at 9:30 am. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $5. For further information, contact Marianne Ross at 301-436-1766.

Reservoir High School presents "Little Shop of Horrors" a fun-filled, zany musical about a man-eating plant- November 15,16,17 evening performance and Sunday, Nov. 18, Matinee. There are several former LKMS students in the play.

“Parents Guide to Painless Studying”-A seminar sponsored by the River Hill PTSA
Tuesday, October 23rd at 7pm, River Hill Media Center

You will learn:

- how to identify whether your child is a visual, auditory or haptic learner;
- techniques to help your child study more effectively;

-         what kind of study environment works best for your child;
-         what kind of memorization techniques work best for your child;
-         how to help your child complete writing assignments more effectively;
-         to appreciate your child’s study habits!

This seminar will have something for everyone! Ms. Jocelyn Martin, a 9th grade English teacher will lead the presentation and discussion. You can find a learning behavior test on the River Hill website www.riverhill.org/ptsa. It’s a quick test – have your son/daughter take the test and bring these results to the seminar. Please RSVP to Sally Swygert at TSwygert@verizon.net since valuable handouts will be provided.

LANCE ARMSTRONG is coming to Howard County. JOIN him in support of the local Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults. LANCE will be participating in the festivities and challenges you and your school to do the same. Sign up today at www.10theevent.com. Participate in either of the following events:
ü       FREE Kids' Fun Run
ü       5K Run/Walk
ü       20 Mile Bike Ride
ü       60 Mile Bike Ride

Saturday, October 27, 2007
Merriweather Post Pavilion
Columbia, Maryland
7:30 AM

Participate in the Howard County Public School Challenge. Mention your school as a TEAM NAME when you sign-up. The elementary, middle or high school with the most participation (students, faculty and family members registered) in all of the events combined will get special recognition and its entrants will get have their picture taken with LANCE the morning of the race. For details about this friendly competition visit http://www.10theevent.com/10TheEventTheRace/10TheRaceHowardCountyPublicSchoolChallenge/tabid/372/Default.aspx

The Horizon Councils, Howard County Library and HC DrugFree present
Thursday,Oct. 25, Dinner 6:30 p.m.
Program: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Glenwood Branch Library, RSVP: 410-313-5577
Sponsored by the Western Horizon Council,

HC DrugFree & Glenwood Library
Thursday, Nov. 1, Dinner 6:30 p.m.
Program: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Miller Branch Library, RSVP: 410-313-1950
Sponsored by the Ellicott City Horizon Council,

HC DrugFree & Miller Library
Monday, Nov. 5, Dinner 6:30 p.m.
Program: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Elkridge Branch Library, RSVP: 410-313-5077
Sponsored by Elkridge Horizon Council,

HC DrugFree & Elkridge Library
Saturday, Nov. 10, Snack 2:00 p.m,
Program 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Savage Branch Library, RSVP: 410-880-5980
Sponsored by the Southeast Horizon Council,

HC DrugFree & Savage Library
Note: This program includes a free dinner and requires registration at the respective Library branches. For directions to the Library branches, visit www.hclibrary.org or call the Library branch. For more information, contact Laura Smit, Executive Director, HC DrugFree, Tel: 410-799-4879, E-mail: hcdrugfree@yahoo.com or www.hcdrugfree.org.
This program’s focus is on improving communication between parents and middle school students around the topic of drug use. Parents receive information on current drug trends,

signs and symptoms of drug use and approaches to keeping their children drug-free. Students discuss ways to avoid alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, and talk about positive alternatives to drug use. Parents and students start out and end together. Presenter: Michael Gimbel, Director of Substance Abuse Education at Sheppard Pratt Health System, will coordinate the workshop and address the parents, while Sarah Swiss, a peer educator from the University of Maryland, works with the middle school students