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Blog Entries - 2019

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LM construction projects begin

Posted on: September 26, 2019
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An exciting new chapter began at Little Miami Local School District as the district broke ground on the first of four school construction projects on Wednesday, Oct. 2. These projects, made possible by the passage of a $64.6 million bond issue in May 2018,

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Ringing in the holidays with music

Posted on: December 18, 2019
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Few things bring the spirit of the season closer than holiday music like that presented by Little Miami Intermediate School's 6th grade band and 5th grade choir recently.

The groups hosted their holiday concert on Dec. 16. Thank you to LMIS music teacher Molly McCoy and her talented performers! 

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LMIS garden gets new home

Posted on: December 5, 2019
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A new school construction project is an exciting thing, but sometimes that excitement comes with a little sadness. The school addition currently under construction at Little Miami Intermediate School will eventually provide new classroom space for all of the

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Band/Choir concert coming Dec. 16

Posted on: December 5, 2019
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Put on your jingle bells and get in the holiday spirit because Little Miami Intermediate students are bringing sounds of the season to you! The LMIS 6th grade band and the 5th grade choir will host their holiday concert on Monday, Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the

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High school students visit with younger peers

Posted on: December 4, 2019
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Sometimes it is a good idea to have the adults step aside and let the students do the talking. That's what Little Miami Intermediate School students experienced recently when members of the LMHS Student Ambassadors group came to visit their school for the

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Preschool relocating to IS addition in '20-'21

Posted on: December 2, 2019
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Little Miami’s youngest learners will take up temporary residence next year in a school addition currently under construction at Little Miami Intermediate School. Superintendent Greg Power informed the Little Miami Board of Education on Tuesday, Nov.

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Homecoming Week Sept. 23-27

Posted on: September 18, 2019
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The march toward a Homecoming victory against Southwest Ohio Conference rival Talawanda begins with Spirit Week, Sept. 23-27. Homecoming Parade: Friday, Sept. 27 at 5:30 p.m.Parade will follow the same route as last year from the junior high, around the high

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Planned power outage Sept. 10

Posted on: September 6, 2019
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Little Miami Local Schools will again this year participate in Duke Energy’s PowerShare program, a demand response program that rewards the district for adjusting energy consumption levels during peak times. On Tuesday, Sept. 10, the district will

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LMIS partners with Greenfield on garden

Posted on: August 30, 2019
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The grounds around Little Miami Intermediate School got a facelift right before the start of school, thanks to the work volunteers and a great partnership with Greenfield Plant Farm. Greenfield, LMIS school counselor Dawn Gasper and an army of volunteers

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First days of school: By the numbers

Posted on: August 16, 2019
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Little Miami began the 2019-2020 school year with an enrollment of 5,195 students. This includes more than 800 new students who enrolled over the summer from our community, 20 different states and Canada. This enrollment number includes 352 new kindergarten

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Important dates for '19-'20 school year

Posted on: July 31, 2019
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The countdown has begun for the 2019-2020 school year! Below are important dates for the month of August — including open house dates, schedule pick-ups and more — leading up to the first day of school on Aug. 15. Note for elementary (K-4)

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New family welcome July 25

Posted on: July 8, 2019
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Little Miami is putting out the welcome mat for all families who are new to the district. On Thursday, July 25 at 5 p.m., all new LM students and families are invited to the Little Miami High School auditorium for the District Welcome Event. Families will

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Field day fun!

Posted on: May 23, 2019
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A day with water fun, games and then a sweet treat? How can it be anything but good? That's what was in store for fifth and sixth grade students at their Field Day event. Students got to participate in a variety of contests organized by physical education

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Creativity on display at Fine Arts Festival

Posted on: May 11, 2019
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A rich diversity in musical and visual art was on display on May 4 at Little Miami's annual Fine Arts Festival.

Everything from video movie adaptations to a capella choral music could be enjoyed throughout the day. Below is a gallery of just a few scenes from the day.

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Technology info meeting May 21

Posted on: May 10, 2019
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A parent informational meeting about Little Miami Junior High's new one-to-one technology initiative will be held Tuesday, May 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium. At this meeting, parents will hear an overview about the new computer devices that

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4th grade bump up night May 16

Posted on: May 9, 2019
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Little Miami Intermediate School will host students and families of rising 4th graders at 4th Grade Bump Up Night on Thursday, May 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. Parent information sessions will be held at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Parents are asked to attend one of these

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LMIS playground dedication coming May 16

Posted on: April 30, 2019
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Little Miami Intermediate School is inviting you to Party at the Playground to celebrate the installation of a new playground system on Thursday, May 16 from 5 to 8 p.m.   The LMIS PTO has directed all of its fundraising efforts over the past year to

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Fine Arts Festival coming May 4

Posted on: April 29, 2019
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Enjoy a sampling of music and visual art from across the district at Rhythms and Renderings, the Little Miami fine arts festival, on Saturday, May 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Little Miami High School Music concerts from students in second grade to high school

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Shark Tank: Building entrepreneurs

Posted on: April 5, 2019
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Ever thought to yourself, "Why didn't I think of that?" Or better yet: "I could do this so much better." The inventor's mindset is behind the popular television show "Shark Tank," and is also behind a similar version of the show that took place at Little

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6th grade parent night April 4

Posted on: April 3, 2019
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With just a short time left in the 2018-19 school year, it's time to think ahead for sixth grade students who will be moving up to the junior high school. A parent night will be held Thursday, April 4 at 6 p.m. for current 6th graders and their families.

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Operation Military Angels helping service members

Posted on: February 12, 2019
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Members of the United States Armed Services soon will be receiving care packages from the Little Miami area thanks to the efforts of a high school junior with a desire to help others. All buildings in the Little Miami Local School district are currently

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LM Schools closed Friday, Feb. 1

Posted on: February 1, 2019
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Little Miami Schools will be closed Friday, Feb. 1 due to inclement weather.

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LM Schools closed Wednesday, Jan. 30

Posted on: January 29, 2019
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Little Miami Local Schools will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 30 due to predicted bitterly cold temperatures and wind chills. 

All evening activities will be cancelled as well. 

See more info about the process that goes into making a school closure decision.

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Building update meeting Jan. 24

Posted on: January 17, 2019
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Residents of the Little Miami Local School district are invited to attend a public meeting on Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. regarding the district's new construction projects, made possible by the passage of the May 2018 bond issue. The meeting will be held at Little

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LM Schools closed Jan. 16

Posted on: January 16, 2019
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Little Miami Local Schools are closed for Wednesday, Jan. 16 due to inclement weather and slick roadways.

 

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College Credit Plus meetings coming up

Posted on: January 13, 2019
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Little Miami will host a general informational meeting regarding the College Credit Plus program on Thursday, Jan. 17 at 6 p.m. in the Little Miami High School auditorium. Through the College Credit Plus program, qualified students in grades 7-12 for the

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