Thomas Timberwolves
Weekly Update 11/12/2018
Thomas PTA
Next meeting MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12th at 7:00 pm. ALL ARE WELCOME TO JOIN!
TRAINING: Arlington Heights Fire & Police Departments
I wanted to let you know that the Arlington Heights Fire and Police Departments will be using Thomas Middle School for training purposes during Thanksgiving Break.
There is no need to be alarmed if you notice fire or police vehicles on the property. We are happy to be able to partner with our local first responders to assist with their training needs and appreciate their ongoing dedication to keeping us all safe.
Visitors will not be allowed into the building from November 19 - 23. Please contact the District 25 Administration Center at 847.758.4900 if you need assistance.
Band Concerts
- 7:00 pm - Concert Band & Symphonic Band
Wednesday, November 14
- 7:00 pm - Wind Ensemble & Olive 5th Grade Band
6th Grade - Hexter 2 Ends
Variety Show Thank you!
A wonderful display of talent on the stage and off the stage. Thanks to all the performers and those who work behind the scenes to make the show complete. Thanks to the lighting and sound crew for your help!
Happy Thanksgiving!
ONE BOOK - ONE SCHOOL
Author Jason Reynolds spoke on Friday afternoon at Thomas Middle School sharing what inspired him to write his stories. He brought his characters to life and shared real stories of his neighborhood where he grew up in Washington D.C. in the 1980's.
Huge thanks to the TMS Community for donating shoes for the Soles-4-Souls. We will update everyone on Wednesday with our total collected. Thank you!
Veterans Day Breakfast
Finally, we recognized a moment of silence for all those who gave the ultimate sacrifice and died in combat. Thomas Alumni Will Newgard is buried at the Arlington National Cemetary in Arlington, Virginia. We also honored him for his sacrifice.
Thank you, Veterans!
5 Essential Survey
Click on this link to access the survey:
Students and teachers will also be taking a survey and their link will be available on November 15th. Your time and opinions are valuable!
THANK YOU!
Brian
Runners being recognized
The following students will be recognized:
Coach: Tricia Moore
Coach: Todd Slowinski
Jack Bank
Will Gabrione
Tyler Lieu
Parker Sena
Froy Alonso
Brett Kersemeier
Michael Krafton
Justin Adrowski
Cameron Donner
Joseph Forsberg
Zach Sheehan
Congratulations, boys!
ATTENDANCE & TARDY
At the end of each quarter, we will also send home a letter notifying parents of students who have missed more than 5% of the school year or have been tardy for more than 5% of the school year.
"By as early as sixth grade, high truancy rates become a distinct predictor of whether or not a student will graduate from high school."
For this reason, we think it is critical to notify all families that attending school and attending on time is critical to your child's success.
COFFEE & COOKIES WITH THE PRINCIPAL
Questions to Prompt Discussion:
1. What is it we are doing that you love at Thomas?
2. What is it we are doing that you would appreciate us making adjustments for improvement?
3. What do you see taking place at other schools that you think we should consider doing here at Thomas?
Please email the principal, Mr. Brian Kaye, if you are planning to attend at bkaye@sd25.org.
6th Grade Parents
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29
9:00 am - 9:45 am
7th & 8th Grade Parents
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Spotlight on student work - creative arts
TMS Club Information
If your child does not see a club they are interested in or they want to consider starting a new club please have them talk with their homeroom teacher about completing a NEW CLUB PROPOSAL form.
Absent & Upcoming Absences? Want to request homework?
You will no longer need to call the office to request work that has been missed. Instead, you can stay up-to-date by logging into Schoology. We do not expect your child to complete the work while they are absent because we anticipate they are sick and that is the reason they are home. When they are feeling better and ready to begin making up the work it will be available on Schoology. If you are not confident that the work is available on Schoology please email the teacher directly to inquire about what homework specifically needs to be made up.
Thank you!
Brian
Schoology for Parents
PowerSchool for PARENTS
Calendar Information
Celebrating our Thomas Alumni
Pride of the Wolf Pack Nomination Form
NOMINATE A DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI
Thank you!
Brian
Helpful Links
Illinois State Report Card - Thomas
Thomas Middle School
Email: tmsadmin@sd25.org
Website: https://www.sd25.org/Domain/9
Location: 1430 N Belmont Ave, Arlington Heights, IL, United States
Phone: 847.398.4260
Twitter: @AHSD25Thomas