The LMACS SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) is a volunteer group of parents that advises the Special Education administration on matters pertaining to the education and safety of children with disabilities. It is an important component of the special education program, and serves to support parents and students through the IEP and 504 processes Read More …
Category: News & Updates
Tiered Focus Monitoring Site Visit
During the week of May 1, 2023 the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Office of Public School Monitoring (PSM) will conduct a Tiered Focused Monitoring Review of the Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School. The Office of Public School Monitoring reviews each district and charter school every three years to monitor compliance with federal and Read More …
Massachusetts Help Line
The state of Massachusetts has set up a help line where individuals may access local health and human resources such as food pantries, nutrition assistance, housing assistance, youth services and many other resources using their zip code. Here is the link to the Help Line website. Be sure to watch the helpful video. Individuals may Read More …
Behavioral, Mental Health & Substance Use Resources
If you or someone you know are struggling with mental health illness and/or substance use, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has provided resources for individuals who need assistance or would like information. You can access the Behavioral Health Helpline link here or you may call or text this number: (833) 773-2445 available 24 hours a day Read More …
Staying Healthy this Winter
This week the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and secondary Education sent information on preventing the spread of seasonal respiratory illnesses in schools: Across Massachusetts, schools are seeing a concerning increase in seasonal respiratory illnesses, particularly COVID-19 and the flu. The best guards against severe illness are vaccinations against both. The Department of Public Health recommends Read More …
Letter from the Executive Director
Dear Parent/Designated Adult: Enclosed please find your student’s grades for the Fall term of the 2022-2023 school year. As we emphasize with the students, effort is the most important determinant of success in school and in life. Please call your student’s advisor if you wish to discuss the grades. Another key ingredient to student achievement Read More …
Opt-in for Symptomatic Rapid COVID-19 Testing for the 2022-2023 School Year
Beginning this fall, in a continued effort to keep students and staff safe, the health office at LMACS will be offering COVID-19 rapid testing for individuals who are experiencing symptoms while at school. If you would like/like your student to be part of the LMACS testing program this year, please complete and sign this form Read More …
School was never an easy thing. LMACS gave him a second chance.
See original article. School was never an easy thing for David Rosario. He was quiet and shy, which made it difficult for him to connect with people. For a period, he did not take his education seriously and almost dropped out of high school. Rosario often chose to stay at home and avoided responsibility. Along Read More …
Welcome Back!
Dear Students, Parents/Designated Adults: I hope you all had a restful and fun summer. I hope you are looking forward to a safe, happy, and productive school year. First Week of School: The first day of classes for all students is Wednesday, August 31, 2022. The schedule for the first week is as follows: Wednesday, Read More …
Letter from the Director
Dear Parent/Designated Adult: Another school year is done! Please keep an eye out for your student’s grades, as they are being sent home shortly. As we tell the students, their grades reflect the amount of effort they are willing to put into their academics. We routinely encourage students to work hard, attend their classes and to Read More …