Hey MMS, welcome to December! It’s the busiest time of year for all of us so, you know, let’s add even more stuff for good measure ....
MMS TRIVIA NIGHT: Do you remember which of Carrie's boyfriends broke up with her on a post it note? How about the town where Laverne and Shirley lived? If you know the answers, or even if you don't, COME HAVE FUN at trivia night. Donate your dollars to MMS–a school in great need of your dollars–and show off your most trivial assets.
4th Annual Trivia Night
Friday February 3rd, 7-10 PM
The Woodland
60 Woodland Rd., Maplewood
Appetizers/light snacks will be provided.
Click HERE for more information
CHS PREVIEW: 8th grade students and their families are invited to a preview of Columbia High School on Monday, December 5th at 7pm in the CHS auditorium. All info can be found HERE in an email from CHS Principal Elizabeth Aaron.
EDUCATION SUMMIT: The school district is holding the 2nd Education Summit on Tuesday, December 6th from 7pm-9:30pm at CHS. Click HERE for more info. Also, interested in helping out and taking notes? Let Kathleen & Alan know and we can pass your name along.
MMS WINTER CHORAL CONCERT: The MMS Winter Choral Concert is Monday, December 12th at 7pm in the MMS Auditorium. The concert will feature performances by the entire MMS Choral Concert. The uniform for the event is a black bottom and a white top. Chorus members must report to the auditorium at 6:30pm. There is no charge for this event but donations will be accepted to support the music department at MMS.
CHS WINTER CHORAL FESTIVAL: The CHS Winter Choral Festival is Wednesday, December 14th at 7pm in the CHS auditorium. The MMS 7th & 8th grade Select Chorus will also perform at this event. All performers must arrive at the CHS auditorium at 5:30pm wearing black & white.
6th GRADE ELLIS ISLAND FIELD TRIP: The 6th graders are going to Ellis Island on Friday, December 9th. Click HERE for the permission slip.
BATTLE OF THE CLASSES INITIATIVES: Student Council sponsors different ways for kids to get involved and give back this time of year, and these initiatives need a little love and attention! Please encourage your students to participate in Penny Wars, the Food Drive, and Box Tops. Any questions? Ask Ms. O’Sullivan at mosulliv@somsd.k12.nj.us.
FURNITURE DONATIONS FOR THE MMS MUSICAL: The MMS Musical needs your help with the set! They are looking for furniture donations. Have any old stuff you’re looking to give away? The Musical could use dining room chairs and fancy loveseats. Any questions? Ask Mr. Palmgren at rpalmgre@somsd.k12.nj.us.
PARENTING CENTER TOY DRIVE FOR LOCAL FAMILIES: The SOMSD Parenting Center toy drive provides gifts to over 150 local families in need, including up to 500 children. Your generosity will transform the holidays for your neighbors. This is a perfect opportunity for middle schoolers to get involved and give back! The toy drive runs from November 15th thru December 11th. All the info is HERE.
****THE PRINCIPAL’S CORNER****
Please click HERE for this week’s message from Ms. Gronau.
Thanks!
Kathleen Bailie & Alan Stephenson
your MMS HSA Co-Presidents
kbailie1@gmail.com
wunderdogny@aol.com
MMS TRIVIA NIGHT: Do you remember which of Carrie's boyfriends broke up with her on a post it note? How about the town where Laverne and Shirley lived? If you know the answers, or even if you don't, COME HAVE FUN at trivia night. Donate your dollars to MMS–a school in great need of your dollars–and show off your most trivial assets.
4th Annual Trivia Night
Friday February 3rd, 7-10 PM
The Woodland
60 Woodland Rd., Maplewood
Appetizers/light snacks will be provided.
Click HERE for more information
CHS PREVIEW: 8th grade students and their families are invited to a preview of Columbia High School on Monday, December 5th at 7pm in the CHS auditorium. All info can be found HERE in an email from CHS Principal Elizabeth Aaron.
EDUCATION SUMMIT: The school district is holding the 2nd Education Summit on Tuesday, December 6th from 7pm-9:30pm at CHS. Click HERE for more info. Also, interested in helping out and taking notes? Let Kathleen & Alan know and we can pass your name along.
MMS WINTER CHORAL CONCERT: The MMS Winter Choral Concert is Monday, December 12th at 7pm in the MMS Auditorium. The concert will feature performances by the entire MMS Choral Concert. The uniform for the event is a black bottom and a white top. Chorus members must report to the auditorium at 6:30pm. There is no charge for this event but donations will be accepted to support the music department at MMS.
CHS WINTER CHORAL FESTIVAL: The CHS Winter Choral Festival is Wednesday, December 14th at 7pm in the CHS auditorium. The MMS 7th & 8th grade Select Chorus will also perform at this event. All performers must arrive at the CHS auditorium at 5:30pm wearing black & white.
6th GRADE ELLIS ISLAND FIELD TRIP: The 6th graders are going to Ellis Island on Friday, December 9th. Click HERE for the permission slip.
BATTLE OF THE CLASSES INITIATIVES: Student Council sponsors different ways for kids to get involved and give back this time of year, and these initiatives need a little love and attention! Please encourage your students to participate in Penny Wars, the Food Drive, and Box Tops. Any questions? Ask Ms. O’Sullivan at mosulliv@somsd.k12.nj.us.
FURNITURE DONATIONS FOR THE MMS MUSICAL: The MMS Musical needs your help with the set! They are looking for furniture donations. Have any old stuff you’re looking to give away? The Musical could use dining room chairs and fancy loveseats. Any questions? Ask Mr. Palmgren at rpalmgre@somsd.k12.nj.us.
PARENTING CENTER TOY DRIVE FOR LOCAL FAMILIES: The SOMSD Parenting Center toy drive provides gifts to over 150 local families in need, including up to 500 children. Your generosity will transform the holidays for your neighbors. This is a perfect opportunity for middle schoolers to get involved and give back! The toy drive runs from November 15th thru December 11th. All the info is HERE.
****THE PRINCIPAL’S CORNER****
Please click HERE for this week’s message from Ms. Gronau.
Thanks!
Kathleen Bailie & Alan Stephenson
your MMS HSA Co-Presidents
kbailie1@gmail.com
wunderdogny@aol.com