Mustangs in the Middle Newletter

• Community Tailgate: September 6, 2024, 5pm-6:30pm Pat Catan Stadium

• Last Day for 7th Grade Immunizations: September 15, 2024

• Homecoming Parade: September 26, 2024, 6:30pm

• Parent Teacher Conference: October 3, 11:30am-7:00pm & October 9, 4:00pm-7:00pm

Varsity Football Games Expectations

• Middle school students attending the games should be seated in the designated student section or with their families.
• Please encourage your child to enjoy the game respectfully and represent SMS in a positive way.
• If students go to the SMS student section they are to remain in the section during the game unless they need to use the restroom, purchase concessions, or decide they want to sit with their family.
• Students are not to be loitering around the bleachers or field area, nor are they to be under the bleachers.
• SMS Administrators will be on hand. If students are not following rules and procedures then they may be asked to leave and or receive school consequences.

The Ohio Department of Health requires all students to receive immunizations prior to entering the 7th grade. Please click on the link for more information: Link

ARRIVAL:

See the parking lot diagram below- It is imperative that ALL CAR RIDERS entering the school lot follow this diagram strictly.

* PLEASE DO NOT PARK AND WAIT for entry until 7:40. The loop is meant for movement not standstill. Feel free to drop your student off at an entrance prior to 7:30 if you arrive prior to the doors opening. They will not have entry to the building, but can wait by the doors.

Bus riders ONLY will enter the main entrance.

Car Riders- Enter Door Q and R

DISMISSAL:

DO NOT PICK UP your STUDENT IN THE FRONT MAIN LOT- this will block special bussing that loops in the front of the building.

Please do not encourage your student to meet you in other nearby locations to get into your car- this creates a HUGE safety issue as cars are exiting and entering, and affects our Pearl Road traffic. If we efficiently use our system and are patient, we hope to get all out of the lot efficiently and timely. Following these rules models to your student your support to SCHOOL RULES and following them as requested.

I’m thrilled to share that our upcoming Community Tailgate will be on September 6, 2024, from 5 PM to 6:30 PM! This is a fantastic opportunity to gather, celebrate, and unite as one to help the Mustangs take on the Berea-Midpark Titans!

Best of all, the tailgate is completely FREE! Enjoy delicious food and snacks provided by around 40 local businesses and our high school athletic programs, all set up at their tables just for you. There will also be fun games for everyone to participate in, making it a lively and engaging atmosphere!

We’re also excited to announce that the student-run Mustang Derby will be there selling Mustangs apparel! This is a great chance to show your team spirit and pick up some awesome gear.

Join us as we cheer on our incredible football team, support our talented cheerleaders, and enjoy the amazing performances by the band on our community's biggest stage. The return of Friday Night Lights is something we all look forward to, and this tailgate is the perfect way to kick off an exciting night!

Bring your friends and family, wear your Mustangs colors, and let’s make this a memorable event for everyone!

Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Students who need to be signed out during the school day must be signed out by a parent, guardian, or an individual who has been approved by the parent or guardian. The person signing the student out must present a valid photo ID at the time of pick-up and come into the school to sign the student out. This policy ensures the safety and security of our students by verifying that only authorized individuals are permitted to remove students from school during the day.

6th grade newsletter

7th Grade newsletter

8th grade newsletter

Please read if you have a child in the 6th or 8th grade.

Link to Letter

Cash Calendar Fundraiser kicks off! Purchase an entry to the October Cash Calendar for $25 and have a chance to win CASH everyday in October.

Each student is encouraged to sell a minimum of 2 entries. Sale runs through 9/27.

How to sell:

• Purchase an entry for your family!

• Post this link to your social media and email it to friends and family! https://tinyurl.com/2dda9223

• Scan, share, post this QR Code:

  
  

Popsicle Party for students:

• The pod in each grade with the highest sales at end of day Thursday will enjoy a popsicle party on Friday!

• The popsicle party will be awarded each week in September for highest pod sales per grade level.

Why we are raising money:

• Fund educational enrichment programs for our students

• Plan school assemblies with outside speakers

• Supplement STEM activities

• Distribute grants to the teachers in order to fund academic tools and other needs for classrooms

• Provide incentives and rewards for our students throughout the year

Questions:

• Email sarahpolo@live.com

Your PTA welcomes you back to what will be a fun-filled year at SMS! We have a lot of exciting ideas in store, and with your support we are looking forward to a great year. Please join in the fun by purchasing your PTA membership at the parent/guardian link below:

https://strongsvillems.givebacks.com/store/items/1084283

Our first SMS PTA meeting of the 2024-25 school year will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 17th at 9:30am in the SMS library. We will continue to meet on the third Tuesday of each month at the same time, same place (unless otherwise posted).

Can't make it to our daytime meetings? Don't worry, we will be sending out a monthly newsletter with all of the important info you need. Plus, we are also planning some fun evening meet & greets to keep everyone connected.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us! Hope to see you on the 17th!

Liz Jones

SMS PTA President

lizjones211@gmail.com

440-263-5038

Katie Hullibarger

SMS PTA Membership Chair & Treasurer

kthullibarger@yahoo.com

614-917-8271

Please click on the link for information on all the clubs/activities we offer.

Link

School Counselors

• Mrs. Maroszan-6th grade

• Mr. Greer- 7th grade

• Mrs. Pietrocini- 8th Grade

School Information

Main Office: 440-572-7090

Building Secretary: Mrs. Hallie Malloy

6th Grade Principal: Mrs. Tera Thomas

7th Grade Principal: Mr. Chris Howell

8th Grade Principal: Mr. Bryan Szczepanski

Strongsville Middle School Principal: Mr. John Telloni

Parents/students have access to our anonymous reporting system. CLICK HERE to access. The more information shared when reporting, the better chance we have to investigate and support.