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MMS HSA News - Week 13

11/25/2019

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MMS HSA News - Week 13
MAPLEWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
MMS Families - 

We have a short week ahead with school closed for the Thanksgiving break on Thursday and Friday. Wednesday is a half day with school letting out at 12:30 p.m. On Wednesday, the 6th graders will be spending the half day playing games for Game Day and the 7th graders will be busy with their block party. Details are below.   

This past week your HSA met to discuss the district phone policy. Smart phone usage at school is a complex topic requiring a close collaboration between parents, teachers and the school. Step one is ensuring we are all aware of the current school policy outlined in the student handbook. The policy states: “If your child carries a cell phone, it is to be turned off upon entering the building from 8:20 a.m. to 3:05 p.m. Cell phones must be stored in a locker, backpack, or purse.” The school administration regularly reminds students of the policy at school and it's helpful to remind your student of the policy.

Finally, teachers should not be assigning classwork requiring a cell phone. If your student indicates that their teachers are in fact doing so, we encourage you to connect directly with their teacher. This protocol is outlined in the chain of command. 

Have a great week and a fantastic holiday break!
Veronica and Kelly
Donate Snacks for 6th Grade Game Day
The teachers have planned a Bring Your Own Board Game Day for Wednesday, Nov. 27. We are collecting via Paypal to provide snacks/water and possibly pizza. Please reach out to Sarah Iozzio if you have any questions.
7th Grade Block Party
We still have a few slots to fill for the 7th Grade Block Party on Wednesday, Nov. 27. Please consider donating snacks, water or your time. More information is available on the SignUp Genius.
GivingTuesday – the Tuesday after Thanksgiving – is a global movement aimed at strengthening local communities. Consider nurturing one of the most important communities in your life right now - MMS! 100% of all contributions directly funds educational items and activities for our kids. Field trips, cultural arts programs, school supplies and much more. The MMS HSA is now a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so your donations are tax deductible. Your company may have a matching gift program that could double your donation.
Musical Movie Fundraiser
Attend Opening Night of Jumanji: The Next Level AND raise money for the MMS musical! Check in for this special showing at 3:15 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13 at the Maplewood Movie Theater. Tickets are $20 and include popcorn and a drink. Buy online here or send in a paper form.
HSA Meeting
The third HSA meeting will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the MMS Library.
Yearbooks on Sale! 
Yearbooks are on sale! Don't wait until it is too late. Order your copy today! Order and payment must be received by April 15, 2020.

Download the yearbook order form or order online. Our school code is 6667.

You can also order a Well Wisher online. Send a message to a special 8th grader! Your Well Wisher must be ordered by April 1, 2020. 
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MMS HSA News - Week 12

11/19/2019

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MMS HSA News - Week 12
MAPLEWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
MMS Families,

Ready for the Week? Luckily, this week is fairly calm. A few reminders to have in the back of your mind as the month goes on: 
 
  • SEPAC will be hosting its meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m.
  • Your HSA is meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. We are discussing smart phones. We will circle back with where we land.
  • Wednesday, Nov. 27 is a 4-hour day. Dismissal is at 12:30 p.m. 
  • Wednesday, Nov. 27 is also the 7th Grade Block Party and we need volunteers and donations.  
  • School will be closed on Nov. 28 and 29 for Thanksgiving 
Did you know?
MMS has a therapy dog! This pup belongs to Ms. Tavares who brings her in once a month.  Prompt your student to reach out to their counselor to find out more. Counselor information can be found here. 
7th Grade Block Party
We need volunteers and donations for the 7th Grade Block Party on Wednesday, Nov. 27. Please consider donating snacks, water or your time. More information is available on the SignUp Genius.
GivingTuesday – the Tuesday after Thanksgiving – is a global movement aimed at strengthening local communities. Consider nurturing one of the most important communities in your life right now - MMS! 100% of all contributions directly funds educational items and activities for our kids. Field trips, cultural arts programs, school supplies and much more. The MMS HSA is now a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so your donations are tax deductible. Your company may have a matching gift program that could double your donation.
SEPAC Meeting
The next SEPAC meeting will be Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m. This meeting is aimed at parents of preschoolers and elementary students as well as any students who are new to the district.
HSA Meeting
The third HSA meeting will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the MMS Library.
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MMS HSA News - Week 11

11/11/2019

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MMS HSA News - Week 11
MAPLEWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
Hello MMS Families!

As we settle back into the rhythm of school after the short week last week, here are a few updates.

Many of you have asked about Picture Day Makeup. It is Friday, Nov. 15 and will be handled like the original date. This means students will be called by classroom - please let your student know. This is also a picture RETAKE day. So, if you would like to retake your photos, please follow the same instructions and bring the old photos to return them. Order forms can be picked up in the Main Office or online. The MMS code is 20-44MM.

Sixth and 8th grade students will be heading to the movie Harriet in town on Friday, Nov. 15. Permission slips went home last week and are due on Monday, Nov. 11. The cost is $7 and is cash only. Note that the field trip will not interfere with picture retakes.

The 7th grade Block Party is set for Nov. 27, which is also a half day and the day before the Thanksgiving Break. A few more events have landed including the 8th grade mixer and dinner dance in case you are a planner - stay on-top of important dates by downloading the MMS Calendar.

NOVEMBER DATE REMINDERS
  • Picture Day (make-up): Friday, Nov. 15
  • MMS HSA Meeting: Wednesday, Nov. 20
  • 7th Grade Block Party: Wednesday, Nov. 27
  • Half Day: Wednesday, Nov. 27
  • No School: - Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29 (Thanksgiving)

Enjoy the week!
Veronica and Kelly 
Field Trip Permission Slips Due Monday
Permission slips and $7 (cash only) for the 8th-grade trip to see the movie Harriet are due Monday, Nov. 11. Students will walk to the Maplewood Theater on Friday morning. Please reach out to your team leader or Ms. Gronau if you need help with the cost of this trip.
PUB NIGHT FOR  MMS MUSICAL FANS! PLEASE REGISTER
It is time to announce our next 13! Fundraising Event. 

On Nov. 13, we will be hosting a PUB NIGHT. Click here for details. Feel free to post on your social media and share it with your friends and neighbors.

A portion of all sales that evening will come back to the MMS Musical. 

We are planning some fun surprises for that night but need a headcount, so please register! 
Picture Retakes
The makeup day for school pictures is Friday, Nov. 15. If your student is retaking their school picture. please have them bring the old pictures to return to the photographer. Order online at Lors Studio. The code for MMS is 20-44MM.
The MMS Student Council School Store is open for business! This year, there are two opportunities to shop: 
  • The School Store at lunch sells non-food items and accepts Cougar Cash.
  • The Snack Store runs after school and accepts cash. Proceeds from cash sales will help the Student Council run their annual events: MLK Silent Peace March, MMS Idol, and Battle of the Classes.
Please help stock the Snack Store by shopping their Amazon Wish List. 
Select the Maplewood Middle School's Gift Registry Address at checkout to send directly to the school.

Make your gift (and ALL of your Amazon purchases) go twice as far! Shop through Amazon Smile and Amazon will donate a portion of proceeds to the HSA. 
No-Frills Fundraising
The Maplewood Middle School HSA is now a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means your donation could be tax-deductible. Many companies offer matching gift programs for their employees. Ask your HR department what’s available at your company. It's even easier if you donate online.
HSA Meeting
The third HSA meeting will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the MMS Library.
SEPAC Meeting
The next SEPAC meeting will be Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m. This meeting is aimed at parents of preschoolers and elementary students as well as any students who are new to the district.
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 ... 
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MMS HSA News - Week 10

11/4/2019

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MMS HSA News - Week 10
MAPLEWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
It is hard to believe that it is already November! The clocks have changed, and it seems so has the weather.  

As it gets colder, please remind students that the doors to the building do not open until 8:12 a.m. (with first period starting at 8:20 a.m.). Students are required to wait outside until the doors open unless they have arranged with a staff member to enter the building early.  

This week, all SOMSD schools are closed Tuesday, Thursday and Friday!  We just got word of a Teen Vacation Camp (Grades 6th-8th) being run by the South Mountain Y for Nov. 5 & 7.  It runs from 7 a.m.- 7 p.m. and takes the kids off-site to places like Dave & Busters.  For more information, contact the Y at (973) 762-4145. 

Tuesday, Nov. 5 is Election Day. If you have not taken advantage of mail-in voting, please make a plan to vote on Tuesday.  Remember that every vote counts!

Remember This Week: 
  • Tuesday, Nov. 5: SCHOOL CLOSED
  • Thursday, Nov. 7: SCHOOL CLOSED 
  • Friday, Nov. 8: SCHOOL CLOSED 

Next Week: 
  • Friday Nov. 15: Picture Day (Retakes, etc.)
School's Closed
School will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 5; Thursday, Nov. 7 and Friday, Nov. 8.
The MMS Student Council School Store is open for business! This year, there are two opportunities to shop: 
  • The School Store at lunch sells non-food items and accepts Cougar Cash.
  • The Snack Store runs after school and accepts cash. Proceeds from cash sales will help the Student Council run their annual events: MLK Silent Peace March, MMS Idol, and Battle of the Classes.
Please help stock the Snack Store by shopping their Amazon Wish List. 
Select the Maplewood Middle School's Gift Registry Address at checkout to send directly to the school.

Make your gift (and ALL of your Amazon purchases) go twice as far! Shop through Amazon Smile and Amazon will donate a portion of proceeds to the HSA. 
Picture Retakes
The makeup day for school pictures is Friday, Nov. 15. If your student is retaking their school picture. please have them bring the old pictures to return to the photographer. Order online at Lors Studio. The code for MMS is 20-44MM.
No-Frills Fundraising
The Maplewood Middle School HSA is now a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means your donation could be tax-deductible. Many companies offer matching gift programs for their employees. Ask your HR department what’s available at your company. It's even easier if you donate online.
HSA Meeting
The third HSA meeting will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the MMS Library.
SEPAC Meeting
The next SEPAC meeting will be Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m. This meeting is aimed at parents of preschoolers and elementary students as well as any students who are new to the district.
PUB NIGHT FOR  MMS MUSICAL FANS!
It is time to announce our next 13! Fundraising Event. 

On Nov. 13, we will be hosting a PUB NIGHT. Click here for details. Feel free to post on your social media and share it with your friends and neighbors.

A portion of all sales that evening will come back to the MMS Musical. 

We are planning some fun surprises for that night but need a headcount, so please register! 
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 ... 
We Hear You!
A post on the MMS Facebook page asked for a listing of team sites and other resources for students and parents. Check out the updated page on the MMS HSA website. It's also linked from the home page.
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