Today is World Mental Health Day, a global day of awareness first established in 1992 by the World Federation for Mental Health with a goal of bringing awareness to the importance of mental health and reducing the stigma often associated with it.
World Mental Health Day encourages all of us to learn more about mental wellness, recognize the signs of stress or struggle in ourselves and others, and reach out for support when needed.
Did you know that:
- Mental illness affects people of all ages, communities, races and religions
- Depression affects 350 million people worldwide
- Only 10% of people with depression seek out help
- 1 in 4 people will be affected by a mental health or neurological (brain) issue in their lives
- About half of mental disorders begin before people reach age 14
Today is a day to take a moment to check in with ourselves and each other. The smallest acts of care and kindness can make the biggest difference.
World Mental Health Day encourages all of us to learn more about mental wellness, recognize the signs of stress or struggle in ourselves and others, and reach out for support when needed.
Did you know that:
- Mental illness affects people of all ages, communities, races and religions
- Depression affects 350 million people worldwide
- Only 10% of people with depression seek out help
- 1 in 4 people will be affected by a mental health or neurological (brain) issue in their lives
- About half of mental disorders begin before people reach age 14
Today is a day to take a moment to check in with ourselves and each other. The smallest acts of care and kindness can make the biggest difference.
October is National Principals’ Month.
Have you thanked a principal today?
“Principals are the locus of control in schools.” They set the tone for everything that happens within our schools. They shape climate, culture, and belonging. They create the conditions where teaching and learning can truly thrive. When principals believe that every student can achieve at high levels, they make that belief contagious. Despite their countless responsibilities, our principals still lead with compassion.
Brenda and Jeremiah, thank you for your vision, your steady leadership, and your daily commitment to keeping our schools safe and making them great places to work and learn. We appreciate all that you do!
#NationalPrincipalsMonth
#ThankAPrincipal
#LeadershipMatters
(Marcus and Holly, we haven’t forgotten you — Assistant Principals’ Week comes every April!)
Have you thanked a principal today?
“Principals are the locus of control in schools.” They set the tone for everything that happens within our schools. They shape climate, culture, and belonging. They create the conditions where teaching and learning can truly thrive. When principals believe that every student can achieve at high levels, they make that belief contagious. Despite their countless responsibilities, our principals still lead with compassion.
Brenda and Jeremiah, thank you for your vision, your steady leadership, and your daily commitment to keeping our schools safe and making them great places to work and learn. We appreciate all that you do!
#NationalPrincipalsMonth
#ThankAPrincipal
#LeadershipMatters
(Marcus and Holly, we haven’t forgotten you — Assistant Principals’ Week comes every April!)
For everyone who was disappointed that our participation in this morning's International Walk to School Day was rained out, do not despair; the Ruby Bridges Walk will take place on Friday, November 14th.
The Tri-Town Health Department is looking for paid participants between the ages of 16-20 years old to participate in their Tobacco Awareness Program in monitoring compliance among area tobacco retailers throughout Berkshire County with tobacco control regulations prohibiting the sale of tobacco products to minors.
Join us at 8AM in Lilac Park for International Walk, Ride, & Roll to School Day.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8TH*
*We will not walk if it is raining.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8TH*
*We will not walk if it is raining.
The students are definitely recognizing the difference in the nutrition and deliciousness of the fresher, locally sourced food options on the menu at both cafeterias.
Lenox Public Schools set a record in September, serving a total of 14,401 meals! This number is up from 13,424 meals last September.
Way to go, Food Service!!!
Reminder: School meals are free for students in Massachusetts
Lenox Public Schools set a record in September, serving a total of 14,401 meals! This number is up from 13,424 meals last September.
Way to go, Food Service!!!
Reminder: School meals are free for students in Massachusetts
International Walk to School Day is on Wednesday, October 8th. Morris will once again be participating in collaboration with Massachusetts Safe Routes to School.
We will meet at Lilac Park at 8am and walk to the Morris School together.
We will meet at Lilac Park at 8am and walk to the Morris School together.
This October, we mark National Bullying Prevention Month by committing to safe, supportive learning environments for all.
At LPS, we know that when administrators, educators, and school families set clear expectations that foster a culture of positivity, inclusiveness, and respect, our students thrive.
We're making it a priority to recognize and reward positive social behavior, showing our students every day that kindness does matter.
When staff, students, families, and the community stand united, every child can grow up feeling valued, respected, and safe.
Please welcome Coach Mark Gilligan to the LPS Alumni Corner.
You can visit Mark and all of the other featured Alumni in the Alumni Corner: https://www.lenoxps.org/page/alumni-corner
If you, or someone you know, should be featured in the Alumni Corner, it is easy to nominate: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSer54tJYBxZILuTkwB0Pc0Eks6qWZQ9fDDDIbG8W_-xy6SEKA/viewform
You can visit Mark and all of the other featured Alumni in the Alumni Corner: https://www.lenoxps.org/page/alumni-corner
If you, or someone you know, should be featured in the Alumni Corner, it is easy to nominate: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSer54tJYBxZILuTkwB0Pc0Eks6qWZQ9fDDDIbG8W_-xy6SEKA/viewform
Today is Custodian Appreciation Day!
Lenox Public Schools appreciates our custodians and all that they do year-round to keep our schools clean and safe.
Thank you!
Lenox Public Schools appreciates our custodians and all that they do year-round to keep our schools clean and safe.
Thank you!
Please consider donating to the LMMHS Toiletry Drive for the Elizabeth Freeman Center organized by an LMMHS Junior.
There are 4 collection sites:
Lenox Memorial Middle/High School
Town Hall Lobby
Lenox Community Center
The Arcadian Shop
Since 1974, Elizabeth Freeman Center (EFC) has provided leadership and services to address domestic and sexual violence in Berkshire County. Every day, 24 hours a day, EFC confronts the life and death issues faced by people experiencing or affected by domestic abuse and sexual assault.
There are 4 collection sites:
Lenox Memorial Middle/High School
Town Hall Lobby
Lenox Community Center
The Arcadian Shop
Since 1974, Elizabeth Freeman Center (EFC) has provided leadership and services to address domestic and sexual violence in Berkshire County. Every day, 24 hours a day, EFC confronts the life and death issues faced by people experiencing or affected by domestic abuse and sexual assault.
Today's the day!
See you at Apple Squeeze!
See you at Apple Squeeze!
One day until the Annual Apple Squeeze
Our neighbors at the Pittsfield Figure Skating Club are extending an invitation to LPS students to join.
If you, or someone you know, would make an outstanding coach or assistant coach please consider applying to one of the Winter Coaching Positions.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/12hCXm93Ckoajw1l9STvH2x9eSG374XDA/view?ts=68d44a85
Let Me Run held a lively practice with the 3rd–5th grade boys at Morris, made extra special by the seniors from the LMMHS Varsity Boys’ Cross Country team who joined in. The younger boys lit up at the chance to run alongside the older athletes, kicking things off with a mile in small groups to get to know each other. The seniors then led drills that turned into spirited, good-natured competitions, before everyone wrapped up with group stretches and a round of fun facts.
Let Me Run is a national program that combines running with lessons on teamwork, character, and confidence, with each season culminating in a 5K race.
A big thank-you to Coach Al Najimy for helping to make this collaboration possible, and to Ivan, Ben, Jackson, Owen, Connor, and Chase. Your leadership, energy, and sportsmanship made a lasting impression on the younger boys and turned an ordinary practice into a memorable one.
Let Me Run is a national program that combines running with lessons on teamwork, character, and confidence, with each season culminating in a 5K race.
A big thank-you to Coach Al Najimy for helping to make this collaboration possible, and to Ivan, Ben, Jackson, Owen, Connor, and Chase. Your leadership, energy, and sportsmanship made a lasting impression on the younger boys and turned an ordinary practice into a memorable one.
Some fun and healthy figures from our food service:
Last year at this time LPS had purchased $1,794 in local produce.
This year we are at $4,419.38 (with 54% of our produce locally sourced!)
We are directing almost 2.5x last year's spending on local produce.
Last year at this time LPS had purchased $1,794 in local produce.
This year we are at $4,419.38 (with 54% of our produce locally sourced!)
We are directing almost 2.5x last year's spending on local produce.
Please pay a visit to Lilac Park during Apple Squeeze this Saturday.
There you will find school goodies, games, merch, and lots of fun, fun, fun!
This is biggest fundraiser of the year for Morris. Your support is greatly appreciated!
There you will find school goodies, games, merch, and lots of fun, fun, fun!
This is biggest fundraiser of the year for Morris. Your support is greatly appreciated!
If you or someone you know would make an outstanding coach or assistant coach, please consider applying for the winter sports season at Lenox Public Schools.
The Kindness Crew had a great visit to the Dr. Sax House!
The field trip included time spent in whole and small groups talking about what kindness looks like in action, considering the resistance to kindness initiatives and how to meet them, brainstorming, and planning projects to kick off their efforts to positively impact school culture and student relationships.
A big "Thank you" to Dr. Sax for hosting!
The field trip included time spent in whole and small groups talking about what kindness looks like in action, considering the resistance to kindness initiatives and how to meet them, brainstorming, and planning projects to kick off their efforts to positively impact school culture and student relationships.
A big "Thank you" to Dr. Sax for hosting!
