A big shout out to our 7th graders for clinching the top spot in our March Madness Attendance Challenge! Throughout March, our grade levels faced off in exciting weekly attendance competitions. Thanks to their outstanding participation, our 7th graders enjoyed a fun popcorn snack and a special visit from the Angelina College Men’s Basketball Team. 

Friday, March 29th and Monday, April 1st are Student/Staff Holidays
Students will return to school on Tuesday, April 2nd.

LMS students are need to submit their permission forms by , Thursday, 3/28. Please note that we cannot accept permission forms after this date. For students unable to return the form , an alternative arrangement has been made to view the eclipse via a live link in the classroom.

Mark your calendars! Lufkin Middle School’s 8th Grade Student Council is thrilled to sponsor the end-of-year dance—a night of celebration, memories, and fun. Join us in the heart of downtown Lufkin at The Grand, on Wednesday, May 22nd, from 7 to 10 PM, for this unforgettable formal event.

We’re committed to making this dance a cherished memory for all our students and kindly ask you to review and discuss the following guidelines with your child to ensure a wonderful experience for everyone.

We are brimming with Panther Pride as we send off an extraordinary group of students to represent us at the Angelina County Fair. Each of these remarkable individuals has shown dedication, creativity, and hard work in their preparations for the fair. Whether they’re showcasing livestock, arts and crafts, or culinary skills, their efforts embody the spirit of excellence we cherish in our community.

Lufkin Middle School students earn medals at the UIL A+ Invitational.
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LMS and CIS hosted a Black History Month Essay and Art Contest. The winners received a $50 Visa Gift Card from our contest sponsors at the Angelina County Citizens Chamber of Commerce.
The winners from each grade level were:
6th grade:
Mackenzie Thornton
Gabriella Reyes
7th grade:
Xariah Rhoads
Zarriah Richardson
8th grade:
Madison Drew
Anna Siddiquia
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Students had the opportunity to interact closely with a variety of vehicles ranging from a towering fire truck to sleek patrol cars, a SWAT vehicle, an ambulance and even a helicopter. The drivers/pilots were on hand to provide insight into the workings of each vehicle and to answer questions. The students got to climb aboard their favorite vehicles, honking horns, flashing lights and operating some controls under supervision. They were also able to meet our Angelina County Sheriff Tom Selman.
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☀️Spring Break begins with Early Dismissal at 12:45 PM Friday, March 8th.
🪁Spring Break is March 11th- March 15th.
☀️Monday, March 18th is also a student holiday.
🪁Students return on Tuesday, March 19th.

R2 GEAR UP has fourteen Lufkin Middle School eighth grade students selected to participate in the GeoFORCE Academy for the next four summers.R2 GEAR UP has fourteen Lufkin Middle School eighth grade students selected to participate in the GeoFORCE Academy for the next four summers.
GeoFORCE is a partner out of the UT Austin Jackson School of Geosciences that provides summer academies which introduce GEAR UP students to geological wonders throughout the United States.
Front row from left: Shalyn Daniels, Giselle Rivera, Madison Drew, Angel Tehuitzil; 2nd row: Liz Valdes, Derrick Smith Jr., Macie Daughtry, Harmony Calvin, Juliana Ray; 3rd row: Dylan Harrison, Martin Cruz Silva, Dakota Peterson, Riley Vasquez, Isabella Tanksley
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