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Hey students! Have you
heard of the new Black
Knight Days? If not, the
Black Knight Days are
special activity days that
“promote school spirit
and physical fitness,”
according to Mr. Herr. Mr.
Juba told us we are supposed to have
twelve this year. Each team of teachers gets to plan three.
“This is a great way for students to interact outside of
class,” said Mr. Dandridge. So next time we have a Black
Knight
Day,
make
sure you
hang out
and have
fun!
IN THIS ISSUE
Front Page:
Black Knight Days
Page 2:
WLMS
Harvest Dance
Writing Circle
Page 3:
Mrs. Moser’s Buddies
Page 4:
Story- The Terrible Bonster
Great Apple Crunch
Apple Crisp Recipe
Page 5:
Word Search
Teachers’ Embarrassing
Moments
Page 6:
Poem- The Life of a Leaf
Cartoon- Fargield
Students of the Quarter
FALL 2015
LMS
WLMS
WLMS is the morning announcement production shown on the
televisions in your homerooms. The teacher that hosts WLMS is Mr.
Willman. He’s also the one who is responsible for
the afternoon announcements. There are many
important elements of the morning broadcast.
There are usually four randomly selected eighth graders who present the
announcements. They announce the weather, sports news, and other
important information. You may not know that there is also a tech crew who
works behind the scenes to broadcast live on the classroom televisions. They
train very hard to make sure you get to hear and see your daily morning
announcements.
2015 LMS Harvest Dance
On October 22nd the first dance of the year was held here at Landisville Middle School. It was a
night for the seventh grade students to experience their first middle school dance.
At the dance there was a karaoke room where students could choose a song they’d like to sing to.
Also, a photo booth was available where students could enjoy taking pictures together for the cost of
only $0.50 per picture! If the students got hungry or thirsty, they could buy snacks and refreshments at
their convenience in the lobby.
During the dance there was a dance off between two eighth graders. They danced to the songs
the DJ played. There was an upbeat mood because of the amusing lights that were displayed.
December 11th is the next school dance- we hope to see you there!
Mr. Feifer’s Writing Circle
Mr. Feifer holds a writing circle once every marking period. These writing circles are open to students,
staff, friends, and family members to come out and explore creative writing. Students and staff have said that
these writing circles are a pleasure to have and participate in.
The Nobles’ team English teacher, Mrs. Anderson, said writing can be used to remember memories,
whether they are sad or joyful. She also added that the writing circles are like therapy to many people who take
advantage of them.
Mr. Feifer offered his opinion of what he thinks about his writing circles. We asked him, “Why do you
have the writing circles?”
He replied, “I’ve been holding writing circles here at LMS for the past eighteen years. They create a
safe space for people to come and write in a fast, free way. People are serious, but often silly. The writing gets
written with the heart as much as the hand.”
We also asked him, “Do you do any other writing circles outside of Landisville?”
He answered, “I share the writing circle with various shelters, detention centers, drug recovery
programs, and other schools.”
Another question we asked was, “What’s the reason you started having the writing circles and the biggest
reason why you enjoy having them?”
He answered, “I was inspired by a writing workshop I had taken; it inspired me to start the writing
circles here at LMS, and I enjoy the sense of community created by the writing circles.”
These writing circles are enjoyed by many students, staff members, and parents.
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FALL 2015
LMS
Mrs. Moser’s
Buddies
Mrs. Moser’s buddies are
seventh and eighth grade students
who help out Mrs. Moser and the kids
in her class. They help with games,
gym class, and special activities.
During a gym class they may ride the
stationary bikes and then play games.
The games they play include kickball,
various types of tag, floor hockey, etc.
Interview with Mrs.Moser:
Q: What do you like about having classroom buddies?
A: “What I like about having classroom buddies is that the
students can have friends from other classes and teams
and can do special things like crafts and games. Also, I
like to get to know other kids in the building.”
Q: How do the buddies help you?
A: “Buddies help me clean up and help my kids with their
social skills. They also help by making crafts for Meals on
Wheels. They keep me interested by telling me new
jokes.”
In conclusion, Mrs. Moser loves having buddies in her
classroom to encourage new friendships. Mrs. Moser
is always looking for help, and she likes having new
buddies and helpers.
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FALL 2015
LMS
The Terrible Bonster
It was a normal day in the quiet, wooded town of Swanky Moo-Moo. My family was getting
everything prepared for the annual BONSTER festival. Every year, on October 31st, the people of
my town would light a huge bonfire and celebrate the ancient myth of a monster called the
terrible BONSTER. This monster can only be seen right in the center of a bonfire on the night of
October 31st.
Legend has it that the Bonster formed when the town founder, Swanky Moo-Moo, met with
the beings of the forest. They were these strange, small, troll-like people that roamed deep in
the forest. When meeting with these troll-like creatures, Swanky Moo-Moo was required to get
supplies for a huge bonfire. Once the fire was lit, the troll people would show themselves and
perform an ancient ritual surrounding poor Swanky. As Swanky was becoming paralyzed with fear,
the troll people grasped his arms and pushed him towards the fire. Screams rang out through the
forest, but no one could hear them. Darkness fell over the forest as Swanky gasped his last
horrible words, cursing the troll people and swearing that every year on October 31st, his painfilled face would appear in the center of the fire and he would reach out, ready to grab hold of
anyone near him, dragging them down into the fire. (DUN DUN DUN!!! Stay tuned for more!)
Apple Crisp Recipe
Mrs.
Garrison’s
homeroom
had fun
participating
in the Great
Apple Crunch
activity on
Friday
October 30th.
Ingredients:
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, (spooned
and leveled)
• 1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons
granulated sugar
• 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted
butter, cold, cut into small cubes
• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not
quick-cooking)
• 3 pounds apples, such as Empire,
Gala, or Braeburn, peeled, cored,
and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
http://www.marthastewart.com/316288/apple-crisp
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl,
mix together flour, brown sugar, salt, and 2
tablespoons granulated sugar. Cut butter into
flour, using a pastry blender or two knives,
until mixture is the texture of coarse meal.
Add oats, and use your hands to toss and
squeeze mixture until large, moist clumps
form. Transfer to freezer to chill while you
prepare apples.
2. In another large bowl, toss apples with lemon
juice, cinnamon, and remaining 1/2 cup
granulated sugar. Transfer to a shallow 2-quart
baking dish, and sprinkle with topping
mixture. Place baking dish on a rimmed
baking sheet, and bake until golden and
bubbling, 55 to 65 minutes. Let cool 10
minutes before serving.
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APPLE
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FOOTBALL TRADITIONS
HARVEST
Teachers have their embarrassing moments, too.
Let us share some with you…
Mrs. Garrison overestimated her teacher
Mr. VanAulen has gotten into
trouble more than once...
He just felt like taping the music
teacher’s door shut…
He squirts seventh graders with a
water gun while wearing his Hillary
Clinton mask (watch out, seventh
graders!)…
He has teased Mrs. Garrison’s class
by dropping candy outside of his
window down to her class windows.
Mr. Herr tried to
show his students
the right way…
When Mr. Herr
was coaching track,
he was trying to
show his throwers
how
to
squat.
While
demonstrating the
squat he just so
happened to blow
out his pants where
his wallet was,
leaving him with a
big hole in his
pants! Sadly, his
throwers never let
him hear the end of
it.
5
peers...
When the school first opened, Mrs. Garrison
and some other teachers thought they
smelled some kind of gas leak. They also
noticed a red emergency light flashing. Two
of them ran out of the faculty room to
safety and everyone else starting freaking
out and ran out, too. Later they were told
that it was just some burning toast!
Poetry Corner
“The Life Of A L eaf”
I only have months now,
Before I fall down.
I only have weeks now,
Before my last breath.
I only have days now,
Before I drift away.
I only have hours now,
Before I am gone.
I have only moments,
Before I lose my grip.
I only have seconds,
Before my final stand.
I only have my memories,
Congratulations to our
As I fall from the sky.
I only have my patience,
As I wait for my time.
I have landed.
Now it is,
The End.
-Kyah Peifer
Students of the 1st Quarter!
8th Grade:
Ethan Kline
Brando Koehnke
Middle Pages Staff
Jeremy Ables
Emily Edye
Megan Grube
Sana Hafiz
Kassie Felsinger
Leighann Grove
Meredith Hunter
Andrew Jackson
Hannah Kirk
Rhiannon Mahorney
Abby Murphy
Kyah Peifer
Ara Rudy
Claudia Schmitz
Monica Shenouda
7th Grade:
Bridget Reheard
Morgan Minnich
Jacob Walker
Xiao Wei Wisotzkey
John Vogel
Rylee Wilton
Advisor: Miss Kuzma
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