Lakeshore Middle School

The Best of the Best Award "Best of the Best" is our way of shining a spotlight on those who consistently go the extra mile. These individuals bring unwavering dedication and passion to their work every day. Today, we’re excited to honor and celebrate their incredible contributions. Please join us in congratulating: Nicole Tiefenbach (Lakeshore Middle School Teacher) Teresa Wozniak (Lakeshore MIddle School Food Service) Tom Adams (Stewart Paraprofessional) Theresa Graziano (Lakeshore High School Teacher)

February is Black History Month! Lakeshore Public Schools recognizes and celebrates the contributions of Black Americans in history, science, literature, the arts, and beyond. Join us in appreciating the achievements and stories that have helped shape our world!

The Countdown is On, Lakeshore! The Lakeshore Excellence Foundation's Online Auction STARTS TOMORROW, February 1st! Get ready to snag incredible items while making a huge impact on our schools and students. The excitement kicks off at LEFonline.org—don’t miss out! Why You Should Be Excited: Amazing items up for grabs Your bids support education and opportunities for Lakeshore students Auction Dates: February 1-8 Set your alarms and get ready to BID BIG starting tomorrow! Let’s make this the most successful auction yet! #LEFOnlineAuction #SupportLakeshore #BidBigForOurSchools

New Episode Alert! Check out Episode #12 of Looking Inside Lakeshore Schools featuring Lori Marciniak from the Lakeshore Excellence Foundation Board! Lori shares exciting details about the LEF and their upcoming Online Auction, happening Feb 1-8. You won’t want to miss it! Listen now: https://webca.st/260629 #LEF #LookingInsideLakeshoreSchools

Get Ready to Bid, Lakeshore! The Lakeshore Excellence Foundation's Online Auction is back this February! Mark your calendars: February 1-8 at https://lefonline.org/ Dozens of amazing items will be up for grabs, and your bids will help support LEF's mission of enhancing education and opportunities for Lakeshore students. Don't miss your chance to: Score incredible items Support our schools Make a difference for our community Set a reminder now and get ready to bid for a brighter future! #LEFOnlineAuction #SupportLakeshore #BidForExcellence

Update from Lakeshore Public Schools: All after-school and evening events scheduled for today, Tuesday, January 21, 2025, are canceled. Lakeshore Public Schools will also be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22, 2025, due to extremely cold wind chill temperatures in the forecast.

Lakeshore Public Schools Closure Announcement Due to inclement weather and cold temperatures, Lakeshore Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, January 21. Please stay safe and warm!

Congratulations to 8th-grade math teacher Hillary Smits for receiving a Golden Acorn Classroom Mini Grant to support the Building Thinking Classrooms Vertical Whiteboards initiative! A big thank you to the Berrien Community Foundation for their generous and ongoing support of our educators and students!

The High School and Middle School (only) will release students 10 minutes early to allow busses to be on time for the elementary bus runs.

The latest edition of Looking Inside Lakeshore Schools is now available! Listen here: https://webca.st/258154 This episode features literacy experts sharing their insights and experiences: Natalie Macerata, Curriculum Director Patty VanAntwerp, Literacy Coach Julia Appel, Literacy Coach Don’t miss this engaging conversation about fostering strong literacy skills in our schools!

Best of the Best! Today, we’re celebrating the incredible people who go above and beyond every single day—the ones who show up, give it their all, and make a real difference just because they care. Let’s give a huge round of applause to our "Best of the Best" honorees: Becca Kurina (LMS Teacher) David Smith (Stewart Custodian) Holly Duthler (Hollywood Teacher) Suzie Onken (Roosevelt Teacher) Thank you for all you do to make our schools and community shine!

Lakeshore is closed today, December 5, due to inclement weather.

Help build a pavilion & bathrooms at Hickory Creek Park! Click on the link to learn more about the project: https://www.villageofstevensville.us/newsview.aspx?nid=10325

Best of the Best Award Winners! The Best of the Best Award is all about recognizing those who go above and beyond, celebrating the hard work, positive energy, and incredible impact they have on our Lakeshore community. These individuals inspire others and make a difference every single day! Big congratulations to: Paige Schuman – Roosevelt Paraprofessional Kraig Hartline – Bus Driver Sue Hardy – Superintendent's Administrative Assistant Jen Kelley-Preis – Social Worker Thank you for everything you do to make Lakeshore a better place. Keep up the amazing work! #LakeshorePride #BestOfTheBest #LakeshoreExcellenceFoundation

We’re excited to share that U.S. News & World Report has just released its 2025 Best Elementary and Middle Schools rankings, and we’re thrilled to announce that Hollywood Elementary, Roosevelt Elementary, Stewart Elementary, and Lakeshore Middle School have all earned this prestigious honor! These rankings are based on data from the U.S. Department of Education, and they offer parents a great way to see how schools are helping students succeed. This recognition is a true testament to the hard work and collaboration of our amazing staff, students, and the entire Lakeshore community!

Looking to stay active this winter? Join us for FREE Community Walking Hours at Kohn Fieldhouse, open to all Lakeshore Public Schools residents! Whether you're here for a light stroll or a jog, we’ve got a warm and safe spot for you to keep moving. Here’s what to know: No cost – just bring yourself and a pair of clean shoes to change into! Locker room area available to switch shoes and store coats or boots Track guidelines: Walkers, please use the outer lanes; joggers, stick to the inside lanes Only water is allowed on the track to keep our space fresh and clean

Today, we’re giving a huge shoutout to all the amazing first responders out there! From firefighters and police officers to EMTs and everyone who jumps into action when we need it most—thank you. Your hard work, dedication, and courage mean everything to our community. Happy National First Responders Day!

Dear Lakeshore Public School Families: As a preventive measure, Lakeshore Public Schools is currently on lockdown. This decision was made in response to an external threat reported in the vicinity, and we are taking all necessary precautions to ensure the safety of our students and staff. We are working closely with local law enforcement and will provide updates as more information becomes available. The safety and well-being of everyone in our district remain our top priority. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Important Bus & Traffic Update Please be aware of potential bus delays due to construction this week and next. Here are the key road closures: Glenlord Rd. & Lincoln Ave Intersection: Closed for repaving on Thursday (10/24) & Friday (10/25). Red Arrow Hwy: Closed this week through 10/30 at the Exit 23 overpass. Glenlord Rd (Red Arrow Hwy to Ridge Rd): Only the westbound lane will be open for traffic to and from Stewart Elementary School, tentatively planned for 10/30 & 10/31. Our Lakeshore drivers are doing an amazing job finding alternative routes to keep our students safe and on time. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate these changes!

Preliminary bus routes have been posted on the transportation page. Please note these are the preliminary times and they may have changed from previous years. Final times will be posted before school starts.