Laurin students completed the Books and Bundts reading program from Nothing Bundt Cakes. Students read for over a total of 400 minutes each for the month to earn their sweet treats! Thank you to Jennifer Holland, LMS Media Tech, for facilitating this reading challenge.

The second session of After School Activities will begin January 27th.  It will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays until March 5, 2026.  Parent permission is required.  Permission slips can be downloaded by click on the link or a student can pick up a permission slip from the office.  We are offering the following activities:

LMS Afterschool Activity Permission Slip

LMS Afterschool Activity Permission Slip - Russian

LMS Afterschool Activity Permission Slip - Spanish

The LMS 2025/26 Yearbook presales has started.  Yearbooks are $20. 

Yearbook Order Form 

You can also purchase a yearbook online:  Online Puchase

It is baby picture time! Want to participate in the classic 8th grade tradition? If so, please email the baby picture that you would like featured in the 2025 - 26 Laurin Lion yearbook to Mr. Tugaw. Make sure to include your student’s name in the body or subject of the email. One entry per 8th grader.

All pictures are due by March 21st!

You can email Mr. Tugaw at: tugaw.tyler@battlegroundps.org

Congratulations to 5th Grader:  Penelope Lartigue

 Laurin’s Artist of the Week!

If you would like to be Laurin’s “Artist of the Week” and have your artwork on display in the plexi-glass case on the west end of the playground… fill out a slip with your first and last name, grade level, and Room number at breakfast or lunch in the cafeteria.  (… or See Miss Bachman in Room #14) You do not have to be in Art Class to enter, or to win!

Congratulations to the following students for Lion Pride Weekly Excellence Award Prize:

5th Grade:      Marianna Zadak

6th Grade:      Ethan Gallardo

7th Grade:      Anna Trushchelova

8th Grade:     Sophie Svidenko

The Laurin Middle School PTO is seeking to add members to volunteer to support LMS. We’re just looking to create a contact list of members for the PTO!

https://form.jotform.com/253454576724162

Did you know that there is a levy on the ballot that will affect our school? The proposed levy would replace a levy that has ended and support programs and operations not fully covered through state funding. If approved, the replacement levy also would provide funding for classes and programs that give students the tools for today’s economy and prepare them for their future careers. There are several ways to learn more about the levy:

Visit the district’s website.

Email questions to communication@battlegroundps.org.

All registered voters who live in the district will receive a ballot around Jan. 23. If you are not registered to vote, please visit the Clark County Elections Office website. 

Remember to return your ballot by Tuesday, Feb. 10.

Please note your child’s report card will be available to view in Skyward and print at home after the end of the first semester. Get instructions for viewing grades and report cards. Logging into Skyward will give you the quickest access to your child’s grades. Paper report cards will not be mailed to every family as in past years but will still be available upon request. Thank you for your understanding as we make this change. 

Save the date! The 11th annual Battle Ground Public Schools Industry Fair will be held at Battle Ground High School on Thursday, Feb. 19, from 5-7 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Come meet with local employers to learn about apprenticeship opportunities and employment in fields such as health care, education, manufacturing, technology, construction and many more. There will also be a resume workshop in the high school’s career center from 4-6 p.m. 

If you are an employer interested in attending this free event expected to draw hundreds of students, families and community members, fill out this form to reserve a table or contact BGHS Career Guidance Specialist Kevin Doyle at doyle.kevin@battlegroundps.org or 360-885-6598.

Are you prepared for snow or inclement weather that could delay or cancel school? Here are some tips:

Download and/or print our weather guide (русский) (Español).

Confirm whether your child’s school(s) are in the north or south part of the district.

Make sure your primary phone number and email address are correct in Skyward Family Access.

If your child rides the bus, make sure you know their snow route.

Download the Battle Ground Public Schools app on the Apple App Store or Google Play and allow push notifications.

Follow Battle Ground Public Schools on Facebook or Instagram.

Calls and texts may begin going out as early as 5:30 a.m. only if there is a change to the school schedule. You can also call our information line at 360-885-5343 to check after 5:30 a.m. Visit the district website for additional information on weather procedures and snow route information.

Did you know that students can earn high school and college credit at the same time? Find out how during this virtual presentation, which will cover Running Start at Clark College, Cascadia Tech Academy (Skills Center), career and technical education, work-based learning, College in the High School and Advanced Placement classes. We encourage students in eighth through 11th grades and their parents/guardians to attend. The presentation will be recorded.

Dual credit information night

Thursday, Jan. 22

4-5:30 p.m.

Google Meet link

Do you know an amazing staff member? The Employee Recognition Award highlights staff members who reflect the district’s strategic plan goals. Three to five nominees are selected each month and recognized at a board meeting. Everyone is welcome to submit a nomination.

Услуги по устному и письменному переводу на русский и украинский языки 360-885-5433

Servicios de Traducción e Interpretación en Español 360-885-5431

Be sure to check out our Community Events page for fun ideas of things to do throughout the local community. Opportunities include mentoring, tutoring, learning activities, sports and more.

If you see or hear of a possible threat, please report it to law enforcement directly and/or to school staff. This is the best and most helpful action because it begins an investigation and helps to limit the potential for misinformation to spread. You can report bullying, intimidation, harassment, threats and safety concerns using our anonymous reporting system. Emergencies should always be reported to 911.

Jan. 19th No School: Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Jan. 20th - 23rd LMS 1st Sem Art Show

Jan. 22nd and Jan. 23rd Early Release (School out at 11:40 am)

Jan. 23rd  End of the first semester

Jan. 26th Start of the second semester

Jan. 27th 2:40 to 3:40 pm Start of After School Activity - Session 2 (Tues/Thurs)

Feb. 4th District Inservice Day - No student attendance

Feb. 10th Election Day - Turn ballots in before this date.

Feb. 16th No School: Presidents Day

Attendance: (360) 885-5454 ext. 1391 or you can email:      Shelley Bloemke at bloemke.shelley@battlegroundps.org

The Laurin office at laurinmsoffice@battlegroundps.org

Mailing address: PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604

Any other questions/Newsletter:  Sandy Coy/Head Secretary email: coy.sandra@battlegroundps.org

Location:  13601 NE 97th Ave, Vancouver, WA 

Phone: (360) 885-5200

Battle Ground Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation,  gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Information about the district’s nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures are located on the District’s website at: https://www.battlegroundps.org/notice-of-nondiscrimination/.

The following employees have been designated to receive and respond to questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX Coordinator/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Lynnell Tsugawa-Murray, Assistant Superintendent, Battle Ground Public Schools, PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604, EMAIL  PHONE: 360-885-5340

Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Michelle Reinhardt, Executive Director of Human Resources, Battle Ground Public Schools, PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604, EMAIL  PHONE: 360-885-5481