The PAW Print

May 5 & 6 MBMS presentation of Annie, Jr (see below)

May 12: Virtual Learning Day

** Looking Ahead- MD State Testing (MCAP) begins soon. All testing will take place during the morning beginning at 8:00 and should finish by 10:00.

• Social Studies (8th -grade) - Week of May 1
• Math Testing Week of May 15

Athletics

SMCPS Athletics Seasonal Tryout Information One Pager

Geometry Summer Class

The Mathematics Department for SMCPS is pleased to announce that we will be offering an in-person Geometry course over the summer for original credit! This course will be intense, therefore interested participants must agree to attend the full 6 weeks: June 26 - August 3 (Monday- Thursday). Courses are open to any student that has earned OR will earn, an Algebra 1 credit during the 2023 school year. Rising 9th graders will have seating priority. Registration is now open. Click below for a flyer & more information. Students do not have to have counselor permission to sign up, as Bridget Dunbar, Supervisor of Secondary Mathematics, will monitor registrants. Parents and students, please contact Bridget Dunbar (badunbar@smcps.org) with questions.

2023 Summer Course Enrollment_Geometry

Spanish Summer Class

Ms. Ripple, the 8th counselor, will meet with each student in 8th grade to make their schedule for 9th grade. The schedule below has been created and shared with parents to keep everyone informed as we assist our students in transitioning to high school.

April 20 - 27 William's classes

April 28 - May 13 Counselor will continue to meet with students with any changes, etc.

Virtual Academy information for rising 9th graders can be found at the link below.

Virtual Academy Open House Info

The Virtual Academy will host an open house. Anyone interested in attending the Virtual Academy next year should attend.

Applications for middle school STEM and high school Academic Academies are now open! Any current 6th or 7th grader interested in STEM or current 8th grader interested in joining AVPA, GIS, or the STEM academy should submit an online application prior to the May 5th deadline. Information about all Academic Academy programs and the online application can be found on the Academies page of the SMCPS website.

Please consider opting in to receive School Messenger text messages.

In order to receive texts, you must have your cell phone number correctly designated in our eSchool recordation system and then you must opt-in by texting the word "YES" to 67587 from your wireless device. You have the option of declining or stopping notifications at any time.

For more information, click on this flyer. There is also a FAQ with additional information.

Parents and guardians should be mindful of all debt that their students accrue throughout the 2022-2023 School Year. Student debt could take any one of the following forms:

• Lost/Damaged Computer Devices

• Lost/Damaged Textbooks

• Lunch Debt

Parents/Guardians play a key role in monitoring not only their student's actions but also their fiscal responsibilities regarding lost/damaged issued devices (such as computers and textbooks) and/or food purchases made by your child in our school cafeteria. Payment can be made in the form of cash or check and should include your child's five-digit Student ID# (e.g., #12345). For further convenience, families may also pay by credit card online at http://www.myschoolbucks.com/. All questions and concerns should be directed to the school bank or the principal's secretary.

If students are having technical issues with their laptops, they must put in a help desk ticket using this link. In the description box, students should provide as much detail as possible. If the student's computer is inoperable, they should come to the main office and use the help desk computer kiosk to register the problem.

Students are responsible for the care and upkeep of all of their SMCPS assigned resources: print and technology. This document outlines all of the policies and procedures in addition to pricing for lost or damaged devices.

Additional Information on Student Resource Accountability

My School Bucks and the Media Center: Please see the following files for more information about how My School Bucks

• Student/Family Information

As the parent or guardian of a child receiving special education services in Maryland, you should have received a copy of the Maryland Special Education Parent Involvement Survey in the mail. By completing the survey, you can tell us how your child’s school partners with you. Your feedback will help guide efforts to improve special education and related services in your local school system.

We want to hear from you.
OPTION 1: Complete the hard copy survey that was recently sent to you and return it in the postage-paid envelope by May 19, 2023, or
OPTION 2: Complete the survey online at www.mdparentsurvey.com.

Questions? Please contact Kenneth Hudock, MSDE, at 410-767-7770 or Kenneth.Hudock@maryland.gov.

Annie's Jr Musical - May 5 & 6

- We are selling concessions during the MBMS Annie's Jr Musical on 5/5 and 5/6. We are looking for volunteers to make this a success. Please sign up here to volunteer.

Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Baseball Game Fundraiser - May 6

- Do you enjoy baseball? Come watch the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs on 5/6 and support the MBMS PTSO. Follow this link to purchase tickets.

Teacher Appreciation Luncheon - May 12

- We will be showing our appreciation for all the teachers by providing lunch on 5/12. We are asking for donations to provide lunch for all the teachers. We are estimating to supply lunch for around 100 people. If you would like to make a donation, please go here to sign up. Donations can be sent to Cindy Garrison in the Front Office.

2023-2024 PTSO Board Election - May 17

- Are you interested in being on the PTSO board? If so, please email us your name and we will put your name on the voting ballot. You must be a PTSO member. If you are not a current member, it only costs $10. The voting will be held at our PTSO meeting on 5/17.

MTSS Store Donations

- We are looking for donations to keep the MTSS store stocked with goodies for the students The students purchase these items with their "Paw Prints" they receive from teachers and staff as rewards for good behavior and going over and beyond what is expected of them. Donations can be sent to Cindy Garrison in the Front Office.

Pizza Hotline Gift Cards

- Do you order your pizza from Pizza Hotline? If so, you can support the PTSO by purchasing a $10 gift card. Order form is attached. If you email us your child's name and homeroom teacher we can send a form home also.

Croc Charms Fundraiser

- First come, First serve – limited quantity available. Orders will be delivered to students during homeroom as orders are placed. May also be purchased during the MTSS Store at lunch once a month. Order form is attached.

Gift Card Fundraiser

- Need a last minute gift or just want an easy way to support the PTSO? Look no further. Purchase your gift cards through us. Parents will purchase the gift cards to use themselves when they shop. Go to this link and enter the enrollment code JJCJE4A6X9H9.

Business Connections?

- Do you have any connections to local businesses or have a small business yourself? We are looking for volunteers who would like to ask local businesses for donations to raffle during our events. If you are interested, please let us know.

Exciting things we are working on:

- Volunteer and Paraeducator Week April 16-22

- Secretaries Day April 26

- "Paw Print" Shopping May 3

- Annie's Jr Musical May 5 & 6

- Cafeteria Workers Day May 6

- Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Fundraiser May 6

- Teacher Appreciation Week May 8-12

- School Nurse Day May 10

- PTSO Meeting May 17

- 8th Grade Dance May 19

- Joe Corbi's Fundraiser August 11-29

- Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Fundraiser August 18

2022-2023 Yearbook

Yearbooks are going quickly! Do not miss out on your chance to get a copy. This year's theme is Adventure Awaits. You can get your copy now by going to the link below.

https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1066787/Margaret-Brent-Middle-School/

2022-2023 Yearbook Ad (Student Recognition Ad)

Student Recognition Ads are available to purchase and are a great surprise to students when they receive their yearbook. A Student Recognition Ad comes with a picture of your child and a message from you! A $10 Silver Ad donation includes a picture and a message of up to 20 words. A $20 Gold Ad donation includes a picture and a message of up to 40 words. Once an ad is purchased, you will receive an email from Mrs. Kamp asking you for your message and picture.

Ads can be purchased online or with cash/check. Checks should be made payable to Margaret Brent Middle School. Cash/check should have Attention: Mrs. Kamp on them. See the link below for yearbook ad purchasing.

https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1066787/Margaret-Brent-Middle-School/

Student Recognition Ads should be purchased by February 17, 2023.

Adventure Awaits Themed Yearbook

Our yearbook theme focuses on adventure and features the many adventures one can have in St. Mary's County. Our cover will showcase St. Mary's City and the beauty our county offers. The yearbook adviser, Mrs. Kamp, is looking for pictures of your child/family adventuring in St. Mary's County. She is looking for pictures that showcase the many wonderful events and fun being had locally. Pictures should include the students name and grade level. Pictures can also be landscapes of places in St. Mary's County. Please email your pictures to jmkamp@smcps.org