Landrum Middle School

Derek, Madeline, Reese, and Emma at the SC State FFA convention last week! They won an award for being a national superior chapter. #LiveLearnLandrum #LandrumFFA #lmsagricultureeducation

Get to know Mr. Nix and welcome him to our LMS family! Mr. Nix is a native of Boiling Springs, SC and received his Bachelors of Music Education from Newberry College and Masters of Education from Francis Marion University. Prior to serving as the director of bands at Landrum Middle School and Landrum High School, Mr. Nix has served as the director of bands at North Central Middle School and North Central High School. Under his direction, his bands have received numerous superior ratings in marching and concert band events throughout the southeast, boasting consistent top 5 finishes at the SC State Marching Band Championships, including two bronze medal placements, and one silver medal placement. Concert bands under his direction have consistently placed students in the SC Region 3 Honor Band, earned excellent and superior ratings at state events, earned the SCBDA Outstanding Performance Award, and have been invited to perform at Walt Disney World and Universal Studios on numerous occasions. Mr. Nix and his wife, Sophie, have three boys; Henry, George, and Oliver. Mr. Nix and his family love to spend time together outdoors, hiking and working on their land. #LiveLearnLandrum

Get to know Mrs. Farmer and welcome her to our LMS family! My name is Tara Farmer, and I am returning to the classroom after a two-year break. I just thought I wanted to retire. 🤣 This will be my 31st year in the sixth-grade science class. My husband and I have been married for 34 years and have three grown children and three grandsons. We will add another “grand” to our group in November Being a Nana is one of my greatest joys!! In my free time, I like to craft and one of my newest passions is book sculpting! #LiveLearnLandrum

Get to know Mr. Crowe and welcome him back to the Spartanburg One family! Hello!! My name is Roger Crowe. This will be year 27 for me in Education. I am originally from Myrtle Beach, SC. I am married to Kathy Ann Crowe. She is a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway C. Dan Joyner in Spartanburg. We have 2 sons, Wylie (24) and Bailey (22). I have coached Football (5 x State Champion), Basketball, Golf, Tennis, and Track. I played basketball at Limestone College. I enjoy sailing, reading, and playing the guitar. This is my 2nd time in D1. I taught at LMS, CGS, and CHS from 2018-2021. #LiveLearnLandrum

Congratulations to Lily Justice! Her Three Dimensional Design project won 9th place at the National Beta Convention in Savannah last week! #LiveLearnLandrum #nationalbeta #lmscardinalbetas #respectexcellencedetermination

Here's a look at some of the fun things our students experienced at FFA camp, and a special shoutout to Kyle who was named "Camper of the Week!" #LiveLearnLandrum #lmsagricultureeducation #LandrumFFA

We have a new addition to our nest! Congratulations to Mr. Festa on the birth of his precious son, Ellis Smith Festa. He was born June 10 and weighed 6 lbs and 4 oz! Welcome to the Cardinal family, Ellis. #LiveLearnLandrum

Coach Motts asked us to pass along the info about her Summer Volleyball Camp. Here is the registration link - https://sites.google.com/spart1.org/little-cardinals-camp/register-here #LiveLearnLandrum #lmscardinalvolleyball

🚍 Have you secured your student's seat on the bus for the 24-25 school year? 🏫 Don't delay! If your student needs transportation for the 2024-2025 school year, please take a moment to fill out the Google form ⏩ https://forms.gle/jMTP8GJZKMRUrzZ28

Congratulations to our May RED students of the month! Athletes: Trey & Anna-Carlisle, Academic Arts: Kaden & Charli, 8th-grade: Brielle & Brad, 7th-grade: Tanner & Mollie, 6th-grade: Annabelle & Jax #LiveLearnLandrum #RespectExcellenceDetermination #LMSstudentsofthemonth

We are so proud of these Cardinals! This weekend at the State AA Track & Field Championship, Ava Campbell came in 6th in the 4x800 Relay and Karmyn Bligen came in 6th in Javelin. Way to go, Cards! #LiveLearnLandrum #RespectExcellenceDetermination

Last week at LMS - Monday, May 20th is Chromebook Collection Day. All Chromebooks and chargers must be turned in. Tuesday, May 21st is Field Day (dress code still applies). Wednesday is a half day and our Awards Day. The 8th-grade ceremony is at 8:40 and the ceremony for 6th and 7th grades is at 10:00. We dismiss at 11:15. Thursday, May 23rd is the last day of school and is also a half day. #LiveLearnLandrum

Our 8th-grade Reality Fair was a success! Thanks to all our volunteers! #LiveLearnLandrum

Yearbook Day is tomorrow, Friday, May 17th! If you did not pre-order, we still have a limited quantity left to sell. You can also donate a yearbook. Bring $45 cash tomorrow morning to Mrs. Gilmore in our front office. First come, first serve. #LiveLearnLandrum

Special thanks to Reese Owens and Tractor Supply Co. (651 West Mills St, Columbus, NC) for donating to our Agriculture Education program. #LiveLearnLandrum #LandrumFFA #lmsagricultureeducation

We're having a Luau-themed yearbook distribution party this Friday, May 17th! Wear your favorite Hawaiian shirt and dress like a tourist! #LiveLearnLandrum

Our student council had a BALL on their field trip Friday. #LiveLearnLandrum #lmscardinalstuco

Happy Mother's Day! It's Exam Week at LMS! Academic arts exams are on Monday. Science and Math exams are on Tuesday. Social Studies and ELA exams are on Wednesday. The Algebra I EOC is on Thursday. Our 8th graders will participate in a Reality Fair Thursday afternoon. On Friday, Chick-fil-A biscuits will be sold for $5 each in our morning car line, and it's Yearbook Day! #LiveLearnLandrum

Found and currently on the 7th-grade hall! Parents, if you recognize anything, please ask your student to claim it and take it home. Thank you! #LiveLearnLandrum

Way to go, Mati! Region Champ in the 4x100m Relay #LiveLearnLandrum #RespectExcellenceDetermination