Margaret Brent Paw Print
Week of February 25, 2024
MBMS Paw Print
February is Black History Month
Dates to Remember
March 1: Professional Day (no school for students)
March 7: PTSO Dodgeball Tournament at CHS @ 6:00
March 18: Joe Corbi Delivery Day
March 22: Virtual Day for Students
March 25-April 1: Spring Break (no school for students)
Pizza Hotline Spirit Night
Rising Freshman Nights
Summer Sports Academies
Summer Sports Academies: SMCPS and SMC R&P have partnered to offer the new Summer Sports Academies. Campers will be instructed by area high school coaches. Camps are held Monday -Thursday. Click below for more information. Registration begins March 1st. Don't miss this opportunity.
Special Education Parent Involvement
Career Advisor Updates
Recent events:
February 6 & 8: 7th grade students heard a mini-lesson from Ms. Hildenberger or Ms. Snowden during their Social Studies class on the graduation pathways they can choose from in high school.
February 20-22: Ms. Snowden hosted lunchtime Jeopardy for small groups who signed up. Students participated in career exploration by answering trivia questions on the following topics: Interesting Occupations, Celebrities’ First Jobs, College, Military, and Miscellaneous.
Upcoming events:
February 29 - March 6: Ms. Snowden will visit 6th grade Math classes to begin a discussion on the importance of taking responsibility, starting with daily choices in school and at home.
March 18-21: Ms. Snowden will visit 7th grade Math classes to introduce students to the RIASEC, a career exploration tool that gives students a more specific language to talk about their strengths and interests. Students will be able to identify and discuss their top “themes” as well as review why self-discovery is an important step in career exploration.
PTSO Sponsored Dodgeball Tournament
It's almost here - DODGEBALL!
Permission forms available in Homerooms starting next week.
Only the first 16 teams accepted!
Chopticon College Access and AP Information Night
Chopticon is hosting a College Access & AP Information Night at Chopticon High School on Wednesday, February 28th at 6:00 p.m. This night will be for 8th through 11th grade students and parents.
As we all know, entering high school with this knowledge allows our students and parents to understand the process of post-secondary opportunities. The earlier the better.
Here are some questions that we would like to have students think about prior to starting 9th grade:
Why do the classes you take matter in high school - yes, even in 9th grade?
Want to earn college credits while in high school?
Should I take Advanced Placement courses? Why do they matter?
Want to be more competitive in college admissions?
What is a college admission rep looking for when reviewing an application?
What is a college looking for in my transcript?
Want to take the SAT for free?
Do I still need the SAT?
Want to play sports in college?
Am I eligible to play sports in college? - yes, you have to be academically eligible to play!
What is the Free Application for Financial Student Aid (FAFSA)?
Does everyone get financial aid?
How do I qualify for scholarships? When do you start applying for scholarships?
Maryland School Report Card
Lost and Found
Did you lose an item? Clothing? Water bottle? Lunch box? Check out the lost & found!
All items will be donated or disposed of during Spring break -
Office Fundraiser- Joe Corbi's Pizza
Upcoming Counseling Lessons
This year school staff are working to teach students about mental health and how to seek help if they are worried about themselves or a friend. We are using a program called SOS Signs of Suicide. The program teaches students about this difficult topic and encourages them to seek help. Please read the attached letter for more information.
School Lunch Menu
PTSO
PTSO members are parents, teachers and students who are dedicated to promoting the education and welfare of our children. We highly encourage everyone to join our PTSO to show their support. As a member you are welcome to attend all meetings & functions; however, your membership does not require you to participate in these functions. The membership fee is $10. If interested in joining, you may email us at mbmspanthersptso@gmail.com!
Make sure you follow us on Facebook (Margaret Brent Middle School PTSO) to stay up to date on fundraisers and other events.
SAVE the DATES:
PTSO Meetings (NOTE NEW TIME - 2:45pm in the Media Room)
- 2/21
- 5/15
Upcoming Events:
- Paws Ticket Shopping - Wednesday, 3/6/24
- Dodgeball Tournament - Thursday, 3/7/24
- Drift Inn Spirit Night- Saturday, 3/16/24
- 8th Grade Dance - Friday, 5/17/24 from 7-9pm