LMS Ledger - February 19, 2026

February 19, 2026
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Feb 19, 2026

The New LMS Parent Portal Is Live!

We're excited to introduce the LMS PTA Parent Portal — your go-to dashboard for staying connected and informed throughout the school year.

Inside the portal, you’ll find:

  • Weekly newsletters and important updates
  • School supply lists
  • The most up-to-date PTA calendar
  • Parent forms and documents
  • A private photo gallery for school events
  • Helpful links to LINQ Connect and Givebacks

Getting started is easy:

  1. Look for your account activation email
  2. Set your password
  3. Log in at lookoutmountainpta.org → Parent Portal

We’ve created a short Getting Started Guide to walk you through everything step by step.

👉 Access the Getting Started Guide

If you need help or can’t find your activation email, please send us a note at hello@lookoutmountainpta.org—we’re happy to assist.

Thank you for being part of the LMS PTA community!

Reminder: PTA Panel Discussion for Parents and General Membership Meeting

The PTA Panel Discussion for Parents and General Membership Meeting has been rescheduled to Tuesday, March 3, at 5:30 p.m. in the LMS auditorium.

This is a meeting you won't want to miss! For the first time, the PTA - in partnership with LMS administration - will host a panel discussion for parents on student resiliency, independence, and accountability.

Panel members include trusted guidance counselors and mentors for students in our community, including:

  • Michelle Bailey, LMS Student Support Coach
  • Joy Kaeser, Response to Intervention (RTI) Program Lead
  • Lizzie Gendimenico, Baylor Middle School Counselor
  • Glenn and Carter Breazeale, Alpine Camp for Boys Directors
  • Marsha Hurt, Camp Desoto owner and Executive Director, and Director Sarah Hurt

Parents will have the opportunity to hear expert perspectives on social and emotional growth and learning; resiliency in the face of school changes or setbacks; expectations for school transitions and long-term skills; best practices for technology use and building independence; and more.

Please submit questions on any of these topics ahead of time by emailing them to hello@lookoutmountainpta.org.

We look forward to seeing you there for a valuable and engaging discussion!

PTA Public Relations Role for '26/'27 School Year

Are you interested in becoming a member of the PTA Board? Do you enjoy writing and communication?

The LMS PTA is looking for its next Public Relations board member. This unique role entails liaising with the LMS faculty, staff, and community members to write school-specific articles for the Mountain Mirror, in addition to producing the weekly LMS Ledger.  It is a great behind the scenes role that touches many parts of the school and community.

If you are interested or would like more information, email May Burke at mayburns@gmail.com.

RSVP for Grandparent's Day

Grandparents Day will take place from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Friday, March 6.  

This year, in lieu of paper invitations, we are collecting RSVPs via an online form. Parents, please fill out the form on behalf of your extended family members and/or friends who would like to attend, or share the link and informational flyer below for them to RSVP directly.

The deadline to RSVP is TOMORROW, February 20.

This is a special day full of memories for students and their special guests - so mark your calendars and help us spread the word!

Night Out for Lookout Tickets Are Now On Sale!

The countdown is on! We are a few weeks away from one of the most exciting fundraising events of the year - and tickets are now available!

"Saddle Up for Lookout" is Friday, March 6, at the Lookout Mountain Golf Club.

Purchase your tickets today at https://givebutter.com/c/nightoutforlookout.

Get ready to dance the night away in your favorite hats and boots! The event will feature a live band, taco bar, and exciting new auction items.

Stay up-to-date on the latest auction items and other event information on Instagram @nofl_lms.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Spring Spirit Wear Is Here!

Reminder: It's time to stock up on your LMS spirit wear. We've added a raglan sleeve crewneck, a lions script canvas hat, and a Lookout Comfort Colors Tee, where you can mix & match ink and shirt colors!

Order forms went out in back packs last week and are DUE BACK no later than MARCH 9th. Items with limited quantities for spring will only be available online through : https://lmstn.givebacks.com/shop or use the QR code included on the form.  

Please email marycatherinehewitt@gmail.com or text Kate Roebuck at (412) 498-3146 with any questions.

Let the games begin!

The Kids Heart Challenge Ends Tomorrow

This month, in honor of American Heart Month, LMS has been participating in the Kids Heart Challenge in partnership with the American Heart Association. During P.E., students have been learning how to keep their hearts and minds happy, while LMS families have been raising funds to help kids with special hearts.

The Challenge ends tomorrow -- which means there is still time to participate!

Here’s how you can help:

  1. Sign Up: heart.org/schools and download the free “AHA Schools” app.
  2. Raise funds to help kids with special hearts.
  3. Complete Finn’s Mission: Complete all 7 steps, learn Hands-Only CPR, and be entered to win two Super Bowl tickets!

Every step in your mission – from learning Hands-Only CPR, to recognizing the warning signs of a stroke, to making or receiving a donation – makes our community safer and helps kids with special hearts.

Congratulations to the Annual Fund Battle of the Grades Winner!

Congratulations to the FIRST GRADE on winning the Battle of the Grades, with 73% of parents contributing to the Annual Fund.  They will have their pizza and ice cream party this week!

To date, 54% of LMS parents have contributed to the Annual Fund.  Thank you for your support!  These dollars support an additional 8 faculty and staff positions at LMS.  

If you have not yet contributed, we would still love your support, as our goal is 100% parent participation.  Your donation can be made online, through a DAF, or by mailing a check to: LMS PTA, PO Box 136, Lookout Mountain, TN 37350.

Thanks for your support!

Parent Honor Roll

Presh and John Ashe
Crosby and Rush Baker
Whitney and David Barnes
Kelsi and Mitchell Bell
Madeline and David Bishop
Lyndsey and Adam Boeselager
Kate and Rich Boschi
Erin and Penn Brafford
Lynn and Ben Brown
Elle Zwank Brown
Christy Burbank
Betsy and Ben Cake
Anne and Trey Carr
Doug Chapin
Laura and Ryan Cleary
Rebecca and Warren Cole
Kellie and Hank Currin
Caroline and Cross Doster
Kiran and Richard Eberle
Sarah and Mark Ellis
Morgan and Jay Everett
Shaina and Trevor Frick
Kim and Mark Fugate
Lauren-Nicole and Mark Geib
Stephanie and Steve Gillison
Karent and Robert Gresbrink
Elizabeth and Kennedy Griffin
Rachel and Dan Hanson
Mary Catherine and Tim Hewitt
Mandy and JD Hickey
Mandy Hlubek
April and James Holland
Mary Clare and Seth Holm
Peterson Hostetler
Rebekah and Bo Hughes
Keely and Stephen Hungate
Kaki and Jay Jenkins
Ashley and William Kent
Marlea and Scott Kent
Meredith and Drew Kinney
Ashley and David Kinzler
Katie and Tim Kiser
Melissa and Dustin Koehl
Meredith and Barrett Lee
Margaret and Grayson Lowery
Melissa and Ryan Lusk
Lisa and Morgan Maclellan
Shelby and Andy McRee
Lindsey and Bradford Mitchell
Ginny and Will Montague
Elizabeth and Michael Moore
Adair and Justin Morse
Elizabeth and Parker Neyland
Jesse and Grant Nichols
Laura and Matt Patterson
Alden and Jeb Raulston
Melissa and Santosh Sankar
Janice and David Sewell
Shannon and Jack Silberman
Christy and Chad Smalley
Caroline and Johnny Smith
Bethany and Matthew Smisson
Tish and Carlton Stewart
Madison and John Templeton
Ale and Thad Townes
Jenny and Jess Tucker
Ongeleigh and Kent Underwood
Ellen and William Valadez
Robyn and Jay Walston
Kakhi and Michael Wakefield
Lauren and Will Weeks
Leland and Charlie Wheland
Breanne and Charles White
Lindsey and Robert Whittaker
Anna and Patrick Williams
Ashley and Philly Williams
Bronwen and Newton Wiggins
Jared Wingfield
Beth and Joseph Wingfield
Kirsten and Allen Yates
Ingram and Kyle Yelencsics

  • March 3
    • PTA Panel Discussion and General Membership Meeting, 5:30 p.m.
  • March 6
    • Grandparents Day and Night Out for Lookout
  • March 13
    • Early Dismissal, 11:30 AM
  • March 16 - 20
    • Spring Break, NO SCHOOL
  • March 23
    • Professional Development Day, NO SCHOOL