LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Community thanked

Andrew Zuckerman, Lawrence Middle School principal
   As the principal of Lawrence Middle School, I would like to express my gratitude to the Lawrence community for their ongoing support of our students especially in these difficult economic times.
   In September of 2010, the Lawrence Middle School launched its Reach for the Stars program. This positive recognition program is designed to acknowledge the behaviors that support the LMS “Cardinal Code” of Respect, Responsibility and Ready. On a weekly basis, students enter their reward tickets into a drawing, those selected receive incentives to reinforce their positive behaviors.
   This program would not be half as successful if it were not for the generosity of the area businesses. Through their donations, our middle schools students receive a variety of incentives that support the LMS “Cardinal Code.”
   On Saturday, Feb. 5, more than 25 middle school staff member served breakfast to 259 patrons at Applebee’s on Quakerbridge Road as a fundraiser for our Reach for the Stars program. The event raised more than $1,000 for the rewards program.
   The overwhelming support of the community once again displayed your commitment to providing our students with outstanding opportunities. Please mark you calendars for our next Flapjack Fundraiser on May 7.
   Thank you to the community member and area businesses for your continuous support. To see a list of our supporters, please visit the LMS website at www.ltps.org/lmsdonations.