Dear Lawrence Road Middle School Families
Join us as we "Race to the States"
As we look ahead to Spring, we would like to share important information about the upcoming New York State assessments for students in Grades 6–8. Students will take exams in English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics and/or NYSESLAT for students who speak another language. These assessments help measure student growth and provide students with an opportunity to demonstrate their learning and progress. Our 8th graders will be taking the NYS Regents exams in Algebra and Biology. These are 2 of the 5 exams minimally needed to graduate high school.
Spring 2026 Testing Schedule (Grades 6–8)
ELA State Exam
April 15th and April 16th
(Makeup Dates: April 17th; April 23rd, 24th, 27th, 28th, 29th and 30th)
Math State Exam
April 21st and April 22nd
(Makeup Dates: April 23rd, 24th, 27th, 28th, 29th and 30th)
NYSESLAT – Speaking
April 28th (6th Grade)
April 29th (7th Grade)
April 30th (8th Grade)
May 1st (Mixed Grades)
(Makeup Date: May 1st)
NYSESLAT – Listening, Reading, and Writing
May 12th, May 13th and May 14th
(Makeup Dates: May 15th, May 18th, May 19th and May 20th)
Regents/Algebra 1
June 17th (AM)
Regents Life Science: Biology
June 18th (AM)
All 6-8 exams will be computer-based and completed on district-issued devices in a familiar school setting. Digital testing is becoming more common nationwide. The 8th grade Regents exams will be paper based. These experiences help students build confidence for future assessments; including the PSAT, SAT and AP exams.
Lawrence Road Middle School thanks you for your continued support. U-STRONG!
Please be reminded that the LRMS doors are open at 7 a.m. Thank you.
School will be open tomorrow, Tuesday 1/26, normal schedule. Please dress warm and travel safely.
Bon apremidi Fanmi Lawrence Road, Akòz move tan an, Lekòl Mwayen Lawrence Road la ak Distri Lekòl Uniondale la ap fèmen lendi 26 janvye 2026. Pran prekosyon nou epi rete cho! Mèsi.
Due to the inclement weather, the Lawrence Road Middle School and the Uniondale School District will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. Stay safe and warm! Thank you.
Meeting link: https://meet.google.com/qgu-cvfv-haj
In accordance with the New York State education law change, all school emergency drills (fire drills, lockdown drills, etc.) require that parents/guardians be notified. We will be conducting an emergency response drill (fire drill) tomorrow at Lawrence Road Middle School. Once again, this is only a drill. Thank you
In accordance with the New York State education law change, all school emergency drills (fire drills, lockdown drills, etc.) require that parents/guardians be notified. We will be conducting an emergency response drill (fire drill) this week at Lawrence Road Middle School. Once again, this is only a drill. Thank you.
A Message of Solidarity and Support for Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti and our other Caribbean Families
Dear Students, Staff and Families,
Our hearts go out to all those affected by the recent hurricane that has impacted Jamaica, soon Cuba and Haiti, as well as other islands across the Caribbean. Many families in our own school community are from or have loved ones in these areas. We want you to know that we are thinking of you and are standing with you during this difficult time. We recognize the fear and uncertainty that come with such storms and we want to extend our deepest compassion and support. Please know that you are not alone and the LRMS community is here for you. Let us continue to show kindness, empathy and care for one another and for our Caribbean community.
Together, we send strength, comfort, hope and prayers to all those rebuilding and healing. May the resilience and spirit of the Caribbean, remind us that even in the toughest moments, we rise together.
With Love and Solidarity,
The LRMS Family...U-STRONG!
Hello LR Family,
This Sunday October 26th from 12:30-4:00 p.m. in the Lawrence Road Parking Lot
at 50 Lawrence Road, we will hold our MBK Tailgate Event for Fathers, Uncles, big brothers and sons. This event is for our young LR men and their supportive male figures. Students must be accompanied by a male figure. There will be food, games and sports. See you there. U-STRONG!
I want to tell you about an awesome, spooky and heartwarming book called Ghost Squad by Claribel A. Ortega. It’s about Lucely Luna, a Dominican American girl living in Florida with her dad and a house full of friendly ghost relatives. But one night, Lucely and her best friend Sid accidentally unleash some seriously scary spirits; and now their town is in trouble! With the help of Sid’s witchy grandma and a chunky cat named Chunk, the girls have to team up to save everyone before time runs out.
This story looks like it has everything; action, humor, friendship, culture and heart. It’s exciting, a little spooky and packed with good vibes about family, courage and sticking together. Let's discover together. I’d love for you all to read along with me as Road Scholars! Let’s dive into this adventure together, share our thoughts and see what we can learn from Lucely’s courage and creativity as you read with the Principal!
U-STRONG!
*Superintendent's Brief (English):
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AgkNbV5NrNFYAItoaqR-c2s0WwWf2AJ5/view?usp=sharing
*Superintendent's Brief (Spanish): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1adPiPV2il2gRuhZjL2WZFN24YQZig44g/view?usp=sharing
*Superintendent's Brief (French):
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UI-iJZg1elWhl92tq9tkFLV2rcc2BOpp/view?usp=sharing
