J.A. Leonard Middle School

The LMS 8th graders ended the regular season with a comeback victory 21-13! We are proud Coyotes!

At LMS, we know that the lessons we teach are rooted in math and reading, but the impact of our work goes far beyond academics. Every day, we are building relationships, teaching life lessons, nurturing kindness and responsibility, and helping students learn what it means to be part of something bigger than themselves. We are creating a community where students feel connected, valued, supported, and inspired to grow—not just as learners, but as people. The lessons that matter most are not always found in a textbook. They are found in the way we treat one another, the choices we make, the challenges we overcome, and the connections we build along the way. At LMS, we are not just educating students. We are shaping people, building character, and creating a community where everyone belongs. We value our work and the people we are inspiring!

Thank you to Cyr Bus for conducting our Bus Safety and Evacuation drills at LMS. Our students were awesome!!!

The LMS Basketball Concessions for Home Games (at OTES) will be starting up in December. We are getting our concession stock ready to go. If you'd like to contribute to this activity, please take a look at the Amazon Wishlist provided:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/268YSRWREWPZI?ref_=wl_share

LMS football team got a visit form the UMaine football quarterback at their practice. Thank you to Eddie Buehler for inspiring our kids

RSU 34 Best Buddies Program enjoyed bowling today!!!

Starting Next Wednesday, October 28, 2026, Mrs. Miller will offer a Book Club on Wednesdays after school for Grade 6

First fun fact Friday in Mrs Gerrish's math class. Mrs Gerrish found a way to support her students learning their math facts and have fun doing it!

Parent Meeting for 7th Grade Students

The FH game today has been postponed to 10/21. Girls will have practice in the gym from 3:30 to 5 pm today 10/16

Thank you to the Old Town Community and Hannaford for the support of LMS. We raised over $3,000 for our school activities through Hannaford Helps Schools!

Just like us with our homes, we are always picking up our outside activities and putting them away for the winter. Before putting the Carpet Ball table away, our 8th graders repaired it for next season!

Due to changing weather, students will have two options tomorrow 10/13/26: 8th grade biking or a walking trip to UMO’s Whittier Farm. No trip Wed.

Silent Auction for UMaine Men’s Hockey Tickets!
Proceeds to benefit the RSU 34 Education Foundation’s Children’s Fund
Saturday, Oct. 10th vs. Quinnipiac
Two pairs of seats available!
https://forms.gle/jyi6wGWqaMcYonRq6

Auction ends at noon on Thursday 10/8
High bids will be announced periodically on our Facebook pages

1 Pair of UMaine Men’s Hockey Tickets (Saturday, Oct. 10th, 2026 vs. Quinnipiac)
Front Row, Chairback Seats in Section O

1 Pair of UMaine Men’s Hockey Tickets (Saturday, Oct. 10th, 2026 vs. Quinnipiac)
4th Row, Chairback Seats in Section D

This auction will support the Children's Fund of the RSU 34 Education Foundation, serving Alton, Bradley, and Old Town. The Children's Fund assists in meeting needs for students when other resources are unavailable. These supports include a wide range of things, such as: a pair of sneakers, assistance in attending a summer camp, assistance with college application fees, and assistance to students recovering from a fire. https://www.rsu34.org/page/rsu-34-education-foundation

The winning bidder for each pair of tickets commits to meeting in the Old Town area Thursday afternoon, evening, or Friday morning to pay for the tickets. The tickets will either be provided then, or if paper tickets haven’t yet arrived by mail, they will be available at the “Will Call” entrance before Saturday’s game. (per UM ticket office the tickets should arrive to us by mail no later than Wednesday, but if not they will be available at "Will Call")

Thank you for your support, and GO BLUE!

Black Bear logo used with permission

Students work in  a cooperative challenge to Save Sammy -the gummy worm-using only paper clips they need to drag Sammy through the gummy lifesaver and get him into the lifeboat.

Today we adopted a cow through the discovery dairy program and made ice cream to celebrate!

We love hearing about our students's successes on and off the field. Great job, Daemon for receiving the Big Dawg Award in Football!

Reminder about Oct 9 and Oct 12

One of the many support systems we provide for our students through a partnership with Penquis.
https://vimeo.com/1227399352/42c1c57349?&signup=true