MMS HSA News - Week 4

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MMS HSA News - Week 4 MAPLEWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION We hope things are starting to settle down after the start of the school year and as we start Week 4!   This is our first year at MMS (our daughters are 6th graders).  If this is also your first year at MMS, and if we haven’t done so already, we would like to extend a very warm welcome to each of you.   To both our new HSA members and returning members, we thank you for your contributions, time, and commitment to our organization, our teachers, and most importantly, our students. We encourage each and every one of you to become a part of our team.  The number one reason to join the HSA is to benefit the students.  In doing so, you also help us.   Other great reasons to join: Get Connected - There’s no better way to know what’s happening at MMS. Discover Great Resources - The HSA offers a variety of programs and has a wealth of information. Tap into a Network - HSA functions are opportunities to meet other members and teachers/administrators, building rapport and discussing issues that are on your mind. You can share ideas, concerns, and experiences. Speak Up – The HSA can be a way for you to more effectively suggest change at MMS. Witness Improvement - By getting involved at MMS, you’ll be part of the solution, helping make positive changes. The HSA plays an important role by supporting building improvements through advocacy and play an important role in fundraising for curriculum based programs and social events. If your schedule permits, we’d love to see you at our first HSA meeting of the school year.  It’s this Wednesday (09/25/19), at 7:30 p.m. in the MMS Library.   This Week’s Reminders! Wednesday, Sept. 25: HSA Meeting, 7:30pm at the MMS Library. Friday, Sept. 27: Picture Day.  Next Week’s Reminders! Monday & Tuesday, Sept. 30/Oct. 1: School in closed in observance of Rosh Hashana.   Veronica and Kelly MMS HSA Co-Presidents 2019-2020 Start With Hello! Start with Hello week is next week. It's easy. If you see someone alone, reach out and help. You can just start with hello. For more information, click here. YouthNet Registration for the YouthNet extended enrichment program closes on Friday, Sept. 27. The six-week Fall session starts Oct. 2. For  more information and a list of club offerings, click here.  HSA Meeting The first HSA meeting of the school year will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the MMS Library. Say Cheese! Picture Day Is Coming Picture Day is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 27. You can order off the form your child brought home or online at Lors Studio. The code for MMS is 20-44MM. Picture makeup day is Nov. 15. Audition for the MMS Musical Sign up for audtions for the MMS Musical. This year, the show will be 13! We need all kinds of talent -- singers, painters, set builders - to make this show a success. You can find more information at the MMS Musical website. School Closed for Rosh Hashanah School will be closed on Monday Sept. 30 and Tuesday, Oct. 1 for observance of Rosh Hashanah. 6th Grade Social Sixth graders, join us at the 6th Grade Social on Thursday, Oct. 3. There will be a live DJ, games, dancing and snacks. Your $5 admission fee includes a drink and pizza/snack.  Please fill out a permission form here:  http://www.mmshsa.org/6th-grade-social.html  Payment and permission slips will also be accepted during 6th grade lunch on Friday, Sept. 27; Wednesday, Oct. 2; and Thursday, Oct. 3. Parent Volunteers We are also in need of parent volunteers for this event. Sign up here. Library Volunteers Luncheon Come join us for some light refreshments as we discuss the short- and long-term plans for the MMS Library. There will be two meetings - Thursday, Oct. 3 and Thursday, Oct. 10. Both begin at 11 a.m. in the library. Click here for the flyer.   SEPAC Meeting The first Special Education Advisory Committee meeting will be held Thursday, Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the BOE Building, 525 Academy St., Maplewood. SEPAC provides parents with tools to be more effective advocates for their children with special educational needs. Help Stock the Cougar Cub Closet The Hub, the HSA and Cougar Cares have come together to make sure all MMS kids have the essentials they need to get through the day. Here's an Amazon Gift List with snacks and toiletries and some other basics that will be available to kids who could use them. More ...  No Frills Fundraising The quickest and easiest way to support the HSA is through no-frills fundraising. One hundred percent of the donations go to things like cultural arts, social activities and scholarships. Click here to learn more or click here to donate