This week LMS celebrates the Math Resource Team! This team helps students bridge math gaps to reach success in the classroom and in achieving personal goals. Mrs. Thomas thinks outside the box to come up with new ideas on how to support striving students with their math. She has strong structures in her classroom that encourage students to put forth their best effort. Mr. Jensen takes a systematic approach to teaching and carefully tailors his lessons to individual student needs. He works hard to build relationships with students so that students are comfortable when working through challenging math work with his support. Math Resource Paraprofessionals, Mrs. Simpson and Ms. Stanger, are both new to LMS this year. They have quickly become favorites of the students and staff because of their warm and friendly natures and willingness to jump in and help whenever the needs arises. The LMS Math Resource team strives to build connections with students that empower effort and growth!
3 days ago, Darcey Wells
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The LMS Staff Spotlight shines on our Social Studies Team this week! This veteran team makes both history and current events come alive for our Sabers each day. Mrs. Simonson engages 6th graders with opportunities to demonstrate learning through hands on projects that stimulate creativity throughout the year. Mrs. Simonson sets high expectations for all students and is always willing to support their success. In 7th grade, Mr. Simpson fosters independence and text book skills as students learn about the origins of the United States. In Mr. Simpson's classes students build essential life skills in addition to social studies knowledge. Last but not least is Mr. Swift in 8th grade. Mr. Swift picks up where 7th grade leaves building an important bridge between 7th grade and high school. Mr. Swift encourages students to think critically about the world around them as they interact historical concepts. He strives to develop students' characters along with their academic achievement.
15 days ago, Darcey Wells
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Soccer season is almost here!
17 days ago, LMS Office
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Track Season is quickly approaching!!! Practice starts March 23rd.
18 days ago, LMS Office
Informational flyer about LMS track.
Family Conferences are tonight! Pop in to hear about how your Saber is progressing through the year!
March 2nd, 3:30-6:30
March 4th, 3:00-6:00
18 days ago, Darcey Wells
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The ELA Resource Team is the focus of this week's Spotlight. This team of special education stars support the literacy needs of Sabers in the classroom,s well as in intervention classes throughout the day. Special Education Teachers, Mrs. West and Mrs. Red Bow, meet regularly with our general education ELA team to align their small group instruction to what's happening in the classroom, ensuring students are prepared to meet grade level learning targets. They both work to differentiate tough concepts to meet the unique needs of all their learners. Ms. Shiers and Mr. Binns , ELA Resource Paraprofessionals, work with students one on one and in small groups to provide an additional layer of support. Our ELA Resource Team understands that strong relationships lay the foundation for student achievement and are constantly adapting their instruction to help students grow. We are grateful for their hard work and commitment to helping all students achieve at high levels!
25 days ago, Darcey Wells
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Join us for Family Conferences on Monday, March 2nd from 3:30-6:30 and/or Wednesday, March 4th from 3:00-6:00! We've got some free giveaways and prize drawings for students who attend!
25 days ago, Darcey Wells
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Don't forget to order your LMS yearbook for the 2025/2026 school year! We have 80 yearbooks left in stock. They are $20 each and will be delivered to your child the last week of school.

Want to pay in cash or have any questions, please contact Mrs. Jensen at cristinajensen@landerschools.org
29 days ago, Cristina Jensen
order your yearbook today, scan qr code or go to balfour.com and search lander middle school
NOLS is offering a backpacking course to rising 8th -12th grade students with tribal affiliation. The NOLS Expedition Wind River will be a 6-night backpacking trip (August 2-8th) for up to 15 Indigenous students from Fremont County/Wind River Reservation who are interested in learning backpacking and backcountry living skills as well as leadership skills. One of the NOLS instructors will be Elsie Freland, an enrolled Northern Arapaho member.

Students will spend 6 days in the Wind River Mountains exploring new places every day. There will be a chance to climb high ridges and possibly summit a mountain peak. Students will learn how to cook delicious meals on a camp stove, they will learn to read maps to get from place to place, and they will learn how to pack their backpacks well and set up a sturdy tent that will keep them warm and dry through a thunderstorm. Students will also learn leadership skills like communication, judgment, decision making, and self-awareness. As students hike from camp to camp carrying their backpack and overcoming obstacles, they will get to know the other group members and their stories, they will learn the skills needed to live comfortably in the wilderness, and they will have fun with their peers who have also chosen to challenge themselves and try something new.

Who: 7th-12th Grade
Dates: Aug 2-8, 2026
Application Deadline: May 9th
Cost: FREE
Notes: Open to tribal members and descendants only
Please contact Mrs. Jensen or Mrs. Polson for the application
about 1 month ago, Cristina Jensen
Expedition wind river is a NOLS course for kids currently in 8th grade.  From August 2-8, they can go on a camping trip at no cost to families.  Please visit with school counselors for more information and applications.
GEAR UP Wyoming's mission is to help Wyoming students in 7th-12th grade succeed in their journey to higher education. Through this federally-funded college preparation program, they support thousands of income-eligible students each year, offering academic assistance, college preparation, and family services.
At LMS, they host monthly meetings where they provide snacks and sometimes lunch, one-on-one mentoring, and host family events. With offices located at each of Wyoming's seven community colleges, they're here to guide and empower our students to achieve their goals and thrive in college. Let them help your child get ready for a bright future, scan the QR code or visit their website for more information.
about 1 month ago, Cristina Jensen
GEAR UP Wyoming's mission is to help Wyoming students in 7th-12th grade succeed in their journey to higher education. Through this federally-funded college preparation program, they support thousands of income-eligible students each year, offering academic assistance, college preparation, and family services.  At LMS, they host monthly meetings where they provide snacks and sometimes lunch, one-on-one mentoring, and host family events.  With offices located at each of Wyoming's seven community colleges, they're here to guide and empower our students to achieve their goals and thrive in college. Let them help your child get ready for a bright future, scan the QR code or visit their website for more information.
LMS is so proud of Mrs. Rounds!
about 1 month ago, Darcey Wells
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Our Saber Science Squad incorporates real world issues into their instruction each week. From experiments and simulations to dissections and place-based learning, they make the natural world come alive every day. The science team meets to collaborate each week to create meaningful lessons for our middle schoolers. In 6th grade, Mr. Bauer strives to build meaningful relationships with students. He's always willing to take time to listen and help students grow as humans, not just students. New to LMS this year, Miss. Derby in 7th grade, is quickly becoming known for hosting exciting experiments that deeply engage students in scientific concepts. Seventh graders are enjoying her hands on style of teaching. Mrs. Jorgensen helps students develop responsibility and pride in their work. Her well-structured classroom works to incorporate multiple learning styles while building the skills 8th graders will need to be successful in their upcoming transition to high school. We are proud of our Science Squad and the work they do to support all students!

about 1 month ago, Darcey Wells
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It's Super Saber Day!
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Our next dance is on Feb. 13th from 6-8 PM. $3 entry and food available for purchase.
Student requirements:
Feb. 2-13
-No more than 6 tardies
-No more than 1 write-up
-No more than 3 missing assignments

***We are looking for chaperones for this dance. If interested, please contact Mrs. Jensen at cristinajensen@landerschools.org
***If you chaperone, your child gets in for free, and your food and drink are on us!
about 2 months ago, Cristina Jensen
LMS Dance is on Feb. 13th from 6-8 PM.  Requirements of the dance are no more than 3 missing assignments, no more than 6 tardies and no more than 1 write-up
Super Saber Day is time for students to get support with getting caught up on missing assignments to raise their grades. It's not too late to improve first semester grades! Please help us out by sending your student to school for the whole day on Friday, January 30th. Students who are caught up get to choose from a list of fun activities. We appreciate your support in helping students learn accountability!
about 2 months ago, Darcey Wells
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The first Saber Spotlight of 2026 celebrates our marvelous math team! Our LMS math teachers bring the concept of team work to a whole new level as they work to align instruction and assessments to state standards each week in their content team meeting.
Mr. Meyer is new to his 6th grade math position this year. He passionately believes in helping every student strive for their personal best each day in the classroom. Mr. Meyer continuously works to improve his instruction by researching new ways of doing things and develops the character of his students as well as their math skills.
Mrs. McGilvray builds time for fun into 7th grade math by incorporating games and hands on experiences that bring real world math to life, keeping students engaged and moving forward each day.
Mr. Crego braves the task of preparing 8th graders to enter high school. Mr. Crego's calm demeanor helps students focus on the task at hand, while his superior content knowledge sets the tone for high expectations for all students.

about 2 months ago, Darcey Wells
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