Getting Ready for Middle School at Buddy Day
LMK Principal Scott Fried welcomes 5th grade students to LMK Middle School, "Buddies" eagerly wait to meet their partners, 5th graders celebrate being together for the first time...LMK here they come!
Fifth grade students from Harrison Avenue, Parsons, Preston, and Purchase Elementary Schools came together at LMK Middle School for Buddy Day. The day gave students the chance to experience middle school firsthand as each fifth grader was paired with a sixth grade “buddy” who served as a guide. Together, they explored hallways, located future classrooms, and began to get comfortable with their new environment.
The experience also included lunch in the cafeteria and engaging team-building activities led by LMK Principal Mr. Fried, which created opportunities for connection, collaboration, and lots of fun. Buddy Day followed earlier visits to each elementary school from Mr. Fried and the school counselors. The District’s transition program is designed to build familiarity and confidence, and provide support for students and families as they approach the start of middle school. Fifth graders left Buddy Day at LMK excited and looking forward to the year ahead.