Tamanend Connections
We Are Tamanend Together!
October 11, 2024
Tamanend Players Interest Meeting
CALENDAR ITEMS TO NOTE
7th Grade Dental Form Deadline--October 15 (details below)
Deadline to Register for Free/Reduced Lunch Program--Wednesday, October 16 (families must register EACH year in order to participate (details below)
Parent Council Meeting--Thursday, October 17 at 9:00 AM
Picture Re-Take Day--Wednesday, October 23
Drug Education, Awareness, Prevention Assembly--Thursday, October 24 (details below)
Early Dismissal (Halloween)--Thursday, October 30
Schools Closed (Diwali)--Friday, November 1
TAMANEND ATHLETICS
Information
- Voluntary open gyms with Coach Barrett will be held after school until 4:00pm on Tuesday, October 15 and Tuesday, October 29 for any girls interested in playing Girls Lacrosse for Tamanend this year. Plan to bring sneakers and cleats, water, your stick, mouthguard, and goggles (if you have them) and meet in the gym.
- There will be a meeting for any 7th or 8th grade student interested in wrestling this year. Tamanend’s wrestling program combines with Unami for the Winter season. There will be a parent/wrestler meeting at 7:00pm on Monday, November 4th (NOTE: original date was Monday, October 28th) in Unami’s cafeteria. There will also be a Wrestling Boot Camp Event will be held on Saturday, November 9th at Unami. More information will be distributed at the meeting on Oct. 28th. Contact Coach Dan McAuley (DMCAULEY@CBSD.ORG) if you have any questions.
- If you and would like to receive immediate updates on game schedules, cancellations, etc., visit Tamanend Athletics web page and become a “fan” to get alerts for your child’s team.
Athletics Schedule
Monday, October 14
- Girls Tennis vs. Holicong (Home; 3:15)
Tuesday, October 15
- 7th Grade Field Hockey @ Tohickon (Away; 3:15); bus leaves at 2:15
- 8th Grade Soccer vs. New Hope-Solebury (Home; 3:15)
- 8th Grade Field Hockey (SCRIMMAGE) vs. New Hope-Solebury (Home; 3:15)
- Volleyball @ Holicong (Away; 3:15 & 4:15); bus leaves at 2:15
- Girls Lacrosse voluntary work out in the gym from 2:45-4:00
Wednesday, October 16
- 8th Grade Football vs. Log College (Home; 3:15)
Thursday, October 17
- Girls Tennis @ Tohickon (Away; 3:15 & 4:15); bus leaves at 2:15
- 8th Grade Field Hockey @ Klinger (Away; 3:15); bus leaves at 2:15 (travels with 8th Grade Soccer)
- 8th Grade Soccer @ Klinger (Awat; 3:15); bus leaves at 2:15 (travels with 8th Grade Field Hockey)
- 7th Grade Soccer @ Tohickon (Away; 3:15); bus leaves at 2:15
- Volleyball vs. Tohickon (H; 3:15 & 4:15)
Friday, October 18
- No Contests
Middle School Sports By Season
A breakdown of the sports we offer, by season, may be found below:
From CB South Athletics
- 9th Graders who are playing a Fall sport: If going to a tryout/practice/game directly from school (taking the shuttle) and need to store a bag/equipment, all items are to be put in the classroom where you will be leaving from. For example…on normal days, bags go in 7th Period rooms so you can catch the shuttle; on days when leaving early for an away game, such as 6th Period, bags go in your 6th Period classroom. Student athletes are to pay very close attention for updates from coaches (email, web page, etc.). Tamanend will not make announcements each day for cancellations, schedule adjustments, etc. It is your responsibility to know what your team is doing each day. Also, please be reminded that you are dismissed from class 5 minutes prior to your bus leaving Tamanend. You may then go to your locker to get your backpack and report to your bus. Please do not take your backpack to your last-period class or request teachers to dismiss you earlier than 5 minutes before your bus is leaving.
- If any 9th Grader and up is interested in Track & Field this winter, there will be an interest meeting on Tuesday October 1st from 2:45-3:15 in the Gym Health room D204 or 205. Any questions/concerns please contact Coach Gable @ JGABLE@CBSD.ORG.
- CB South Softball workouts began Monday, Sept. 16 on the South varsity softball field and will run every Monday through October, weather permitting. Reach out to Coach McLaughlin (MATMCLAUGHLIN@cbsd.org) with any questions.
- If any 9th Grade and up Boys’ Basketball players are interested in Boys Basketball this winter, began Tuesday, September 10th and will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 7-9 pm at CB South Gymnasium. If anyone has any questions, please feel free to reach out to Coach Ditri @ LDITRI@CBSD.ORG. Thank you!
UPCOMING TAMANEND EVENTS
Reading Olympics Interest Meeting is Tuesday, October 22 during Tiger’s i
If you are interested in learning about Reading Olympics meeting, please come to the interest meeting on Tuesday, October 22 in the Library during Tiger’s i.
Drug Education, Awareness, Prevention Assembly is October 24
On Thursday, October 24th, Tamanend students will be attending an assembly that focuses on drug education, awareness, and prevention. We are fortunate to host Megan Cohen, Founder and Executive Director of the Philadelphia Grace Project, a non-profit organization that provides assistance and advocacy to those directly impacted by the current drug epidemic. Megan is an alumnus of Tamanend and Central Bucks, and we look forward to hearing her story of resilience, hope, and kindness. This program is focused on our local area, so there may be direct connections to your child/family. If you wish for your child to not attend due to the sensitive nature of this assembly, please contact your child’s school counselor so that alternate arrangements can be made. You can learn more about the Philadelphia Grace Project at this link: Philadelphia GRACE Project INC (teamgraceproject.org)
Tamanend School Counselors:
Mr. Jeff Klein (A-L)
Mrs. Mandy Cammann (M-Z)
Mrs. Meghan Pierangeli
Help Tamanend Honor Veterans
9th Grade MBIT (Middle Bucks Institute of Technology) Presentation is November 14
MBIT (Middle Bucks Institute of Technology) Open House is November 21
- MBIT’s Open House will be held on Thursday, November 21st from 6:00-8:00. This is an excellent opportunity for students and parents to learn about and see all of the amazing programs that MBIT has to offer. Please visit their website (www.mbit.org) for specific details.
- In advance of MBIT’s Open House, all 9th grade students will attend an MIBT presentation during their I/E period on Thursday, November 14th. Topics will include information about their various programs, details for their upcoming Open House, and the application process.
Reminder--NJHS Sponsors Hurricane Helene Relief Fundraiser Monday, October 7 to Friday, October 11.
Proceeds will go to the American Red Cross to support hurricane relief efforts in Florida and western North Carolina. Here are some ways you can help—
- Donate cash at all lunches and at the car line (morning only)
- Donate online using MyPaymentsPlus My Payments Plus
Reminder--Art Club Interest Meeting is October 15
Calling all Tamanend artists! If you are interested in joining art club this year, you need to stop by to see Ms. Fedorowicz in Room 211 to get a permission slip before our first meeting on October 15th! Due to space, there are a limited number of spots available, so please get, and turn in your completed permission slip as soon as possible!
Reminder--American Red Cross Blood Drive is at Tamanend Friday, November 8
Tamanend will be hosting a blood drive for the American Red Cross on Friday, November 8 from 12:30 to 4:30 PM. Please click here to register.
Reminder--Our Next Tamanend Parent Council Meeting will be held on Thursday, October 17 at 9:00
Parent Council is an open meeting where all parents are welcome to attend to learn more about Tamanend Middle School. Please note that Parent Council typically meets on the third Thursday of each month at 9 a.m. There is no obligation to attend all Parent Councils and there are no elected positions. Parent Council is a forum for parents and school leaders to learn from and with each other, together.
Reminder--Now is a Great Time to Pre-Order Your Child's 2024-2025 Tamanend Yearbook!
It’s a great time to pre-order your child’s 2024-2025 Tamanend Yearbook! If you order online prior to December 13, 2024 the cost of the full-color, hardback yearbook is available for $40 (plus tax). The deadline to add any additional, optional personalization to your child’s yearbook is January 31, 2025. Jostens is running a special Back to School sale RIGHT NOW that includes free icons if you pre-order your child’s yearbook before October 25th!
The price of the yearbook will increase to $45 (plus tax) from December 14th through April 30th. After this April 30th date, we unfortunately cannot guarantee your child will be able to purchase a yearbook at the end of the year. Please click the link here to take you to Jostens online ordering page for Tamanend. No pre-orders will be accepted in school – all orders must be done through Jostens. If you have any questions, please email Kristen Gerth at kgerth@cbsd.org. If you have a financial concern, please contact our school social worker Mrs. Raquel Riad at rriad@cbsd.org.
UPCOMING CENTRAL BUCKS & COMMUNITY EVENTS
Reminder--Less Than a Month Away: Annual CBSD Wellness Fair
All CBSD parents and guardians, employees, students and members of the public are invited to the district’s annual and free-to-attend Wellness Fair, to be held on Tuesday, October 15 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Central Bucks High School South (1100 Folly Road, Warrington). Featuring over 60 vendors from various sectors, including mental health professionals, behavioral health experts, and wellness providers, this complimentary event is designed to support mental health, behavioral health, and overall wellness for individuals and families. No pre-registration is required. Learn more
Reminder--OCD Walk is October 19
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Halloween Costume Collection
If you are interested in donating new or used Halloween costumes, there is a local collection that has been in existence for the past several years. Donated costumes are distributed to the community at Barclay Elementary School. Costumes may be dropped on the front porch of 1708 Pittner Place in Warrington. Donations accepted until October 23, 2024.
UPCOMING TIGER'S I ENRICHMENTS
Tiger's I enrichment activities take place during the i/e period Mondays through Thursdays. The first enrichment activities will be begin mid-September. Participation in Tiger's i enrichment activities is optional. You must be in good academic standing (good grades, all work complete) in order to participate in a Tiger's enrichment activity. If a teacher needs to see for academic purposes during a particular Tiger's i period, you must report to the teacher instead of the enrichment activity. You can find out about upcoming Tiger's i enrichment activities in the following ways:
- Daily announcements posted on Tamanend website
- Tamanend Announcements Canvas course (your teachers will show you how to enroll in this course in early September)
- Tamanend Connections newsletter
- Enrichments bulletin board outside of Main Gym
TAMANEND FEATURES
Reminder--Roaring Voices Review
Reminder--A Note Regarding the Importance of Regular Attendance
The Central Bucks School District attendance policy (#204) conforms to the Pennsylvania School Code sections 1326 to 1333 dealing with compulsory school attendance. “Every child of compulsory school age having a legal residence in this Commonwealth… is required to attend a day school in which the subjects and activities prescribed by the standards of the State Board of Education are taught.”
Reporting an Absence from School:
- Parent/guardian must notify Tamanend Attendance of students excuse for absence using the Parent Portal (see below) or by calling (267)893-2920.
Excused Absences and Medically Excused Absences:
Excused Absence (E) is granted for the following reasons: illness, quarantine, death in the family, impassable roads, inclement weather, religious holidays, health care, exceptionally urgent reasons, and family trips. We recommend that you provide the office with a medical note anytime your child is absent and sees a doctor. Absences substantiated with a doctor's notes are considered "Medically Excused". After the 10th absence excused by a parent/guardian, students must submit medical note for all subsequent absences. If a medical note is not provided, the absences is considered Unexcused (U).
Unexcused Absences:
Unexcused Absence (U) may be declared for reasons such as employment, truancy, car trouble, parental neglect, oversleeping, missing the bus, shopping, babysitting, visiting relatives, hunting, fishing, working at home, vacation trips, unauthorized leaving from school, and remaining at home to do school work. In situations where absence is declared unexcused or unlawful, students may be assigned to make up time missed outside regular school hours.
Consequences for Unexcused Absences:
Attendance to school is crucial to academic success. As stated above, parents must provide notice of excused absences as allowable by the PA School Code. If a student does not provide an excusable notice within three days after their absence, the following consequences may be applied:
1. Detention
2. Saturday detention
3. Parents will receive attendance letters which state that continued unlawful absences my result in referral to the magistrate.
4. District Justice will notify parent of truancy hearing date and if found guilty, be subject to fines and penalties prescribed by the School Code of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Appointments:
- If possible, all appointments should be scheduled outside the school day.
- If an appointment must be scheduled during the school day, parent/guardian must either:
- send a note in with the student stating the time of pick up and the reason for the early dismissal.
- The student should submit the note to the main office before homeroom.
- excuse the student for early dismissal using the Parent Portal.
- send a note in with the student stating the time of pick up and the reason for the early dismissal.
- At the time of dismissal a parent/guardian must sign their student out in the main office.
- For the absence to be recorded as Medically Excused, a physician's note must be submitted to the front office upon return.
Lateness to School:
- Late students MUST sign in at the Main Office when they arrives to school.
- A note must be provided by the parent/guardian stating the reason for the lateness, or parents must excuse the student using the Parent Portal. Oversleeping, traffic, car trouble, and missing the bus are considered unexcused latenesses to school.
- After three unexcused latenesses to school, students will begin to receive disciplinary consequences.
Vacations/Family Trips, Field Trips, & other Planned Absences:
- Two weeks before a planned absence, student should pick up a "Request for Approved Absence" form in the Main Office.
- Parent/guardian should fill out the form. Request for Approved Absence for Family Travel
Missed Work:
- Students are responsible for making up all work missed as a result of excused absences. If students will be out for an extended amount of time (at least 3 full days), parent/guardian should call the student’s school counselor.
- A student is allowed the same number of days to make-up work as the number of days she/he missed for excused absences and lateness. Students are obligated to discuss and arrange plans for make-up work within that time. Failure to do so may result in failing grades on missed assignments.
Auto Caller:
If a student is marked absent, the Tamanend Attendance Auto Caller will contact parents/guardians by phone for notification.
Reminder--Agenda Books
All Tamanend students will receive agenda books on the first day of school. We are making a collective effort to teach students how to properly, effectively, and consistently use an agenda book to keep track of their academic work and organize their time. We will present a lesson on effectively using agenda books on the second day of school during Tiger's i. Teachers will reinforce the importance of agenda books in class. In addition, 7th Graders will we learning organization skills as part of the Study Skills units in InC and Integrated Technology. We will also help students with organization as part of our academic study skills modules in English, Math, Science, and Social Studies classes.
Reminder--Tamanend Homework Club
Homework Club provides:
- A safe, quiet, and calm space for students to concentrate.
- A supportive environment where one to one or small group teacher support is available.
- A chance to share knowledge with peers and staff.
- An opportunity to build relationships with peers and staff.
- An opportunity to develop good work habits and a positive attitude towards learning.
- A chance to learn how to prepare for an upcoming assessment and/or project.
- The chance to develop skills involved in becoming an independent learner.
- An opportunity to develop executive functioning skills-time management, organization, and task initiation/completion.
- A snack and a beverage will be provided to any student attending Homework Club
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Grades: 7,8, and 9
Day: Wednesdays after school
Time: 2:30 - 4:00 pm
Location: Room 205Club Teacher: Mrs. Marsh (jmarsh@cbsd.org)
Reminder--Need a New Backpack?
Brian Caughie, Principal bcaughie@cbsd.org
Patti Hartz, Secretary phartz@cbsd.org
Andrea Consoletti aconsoletti@cbsd.org
CBSD FEATURES
New Webpage for Easy Access to District Practices
CBSD recently launched a new webpage, "Making Practices Public," where community members can find one-stop access to important resources concerning operational processes; major initiatives; family supports; and more. The page currently includes information related to on-campus speech and expression; communications structures; administrative areas of responsibility; supporting children at home during times of difficulty; and grade realignment. The page will be updated with new resources as they become available, so families are encouraged to check back often.
Reminder--Students--Create a Portrait of a Graduate Lock Screen for CBSD
Congrats to Tohickon 9th grader Greidy Hernandez for winning the first round of CBSD's lock screen contest! Her original artwork will be featured on CBSD devices beginning October 7 through the rest of the month. The district now invites students to try their hand in the next round of the contest, inspired by CBSD's "Portrait of a Graduate" Effective Communicators attribute. Submissions are due Oct. 20. More details and how to submit.
Reminder--Device Usage Fees Due by October 30
It has been a great start to the school year with our student device distribution! All students will receive or continue using their assigned device. Before receiving a device, families in grades 3-6, 7, and 10, as well as new students, must complete the online user agreement and pay the usage fee. The elementary student fee is $15/year, while the fee for students in grades 7 and 10 is $60, which covers three years. Prorated fees apply for new secondary students. If you need financial assistance, please visit our website for details. Thank you for your cooperation. Next steps here: https://www.cbsd.org/1to1fee
Reminder--Reassessment Policy
You can find CBSD's policy related to the retaking of assessments (quizzes, tests, assignments, etc.) at the link below--
Assessment and PA Graduation Requirements / Grades 7 - 12 Reassessment Guidelines (cbsd.org)
EARN YOUR STRIPES--TAMANEND'S SCHOOL-WIDE POSITIVE BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT SYSTEM
Tamanend Middle School empowers students to grow academically, socially and emotionally. Students, staff, and families work collaboratively to model the acronym ROAR.
Respect yourself, others, and property.
Own your behaviors.
Act appropriately.
Remember Kindness.
We believe that a caring, positive school culture and learning environment foster respectful, thoughtful, appropriate, and kind citizens.
In order to operationalize our mission, Tamanend utilizes a school-wide positive behavioral intervention and support plan (SWPBIS). This plan helps us establish a social culture in which students expect and support appropriate behavior from one another— creating school environments that are socially predictable, consistent, safe, and positive. This helps to reduce problem behaviors that lead to office discipline referrals and suspensions, and to change perceptions of school safety.
You can read more about Earn Your Stripes here.
Next Week's Focus: Classrooms
QUOTES AROUND TAMANEND
FROM OUR TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION DEPARTMENT
Student Passwords
Kindergarten and New Students:
All new students will need to use the following:
Families can find their username by logging into Parent Portal >
More > Family Information. For support they can contact their
building office, librarian (elementary), or counselor (secondary).
New student passwords are First Initial - Uppercase, last initial -
lowercase, Date of birth - numeric. Example: John Smith born
12/25/2003 = Js122503
All new students will be forced to make a new password their first time
logging in.
Please do NOT reset your entire class or use the same password for
all students.
Microsoft will also prompt the student to answer security questions
for SSPR the first time logging in.
Grades 1-12:
All students in grades 1-12 should use their password from last year. If students forget their password, please have them refer to the instructions at www.cbsd.org/passwordguide.
Parents--How to Become a Parent Observer in Canvas
Follow these steps if you would like to become a parent observer in Canvas.
FROM OUR STUDENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Tamanend Student Assistance Program (SAP)
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IMPORTANT REMINDERS FROM OUR HEALTH OFFICE
Reminder--Required Dental Exams for 7th Graders
A dental examination is required for 7th grade. This form should be sent to our Certified School Nurse, Mrs. Lauren Myrtetus via email (lmyrtetus@cbsd.org) or turned in directly to the Health Office when school begins.
The form can be found here and is due by October 15, 2024.
Reminder--CHIP
Please see information below for Pennsylvania Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
FROM OUR CAFETERIA
Food Services Newsletter "The Feed"
Do you want to know what's cooking in our October newsletter? Our Cheesy Chorizo Enchilada Bake is coming to the school cafeteria October 14-18. Discover how we use delicious local produce in Central Bucks schools, find useful information for parents, and fun facts. Click here to read the full newsletter.
Create a Meal Payment Account for Your Student on MySchoolBucks
CBSD utilizes the online platform MySchoolBucks for school meal payments, making it easy to oversee a child's meal choices and maintain their account balance. It is important that an account is created for every student, regardless of whether they take part in school meals or not. You can access MySchoolBucks to view and/or set up an account for your student(s) here. To set up an account, you will need your child(ren)'s student identification number(s), which can be found in the Parent Portal.
Introducing a Newsletter from Aramark, CBSD's Meal Provider, and a Special Meal for September
Want to know what’s new in school cafeterias this year? Discover exciting c for the new school year, helpful info for parents, Aramark's creative menu process, and a September limited time offer: the Chicken Katsu Bowl, packed with flavor and served over whole-grain rice! Click here to read the first edition of Aramark's new newsletter for CBSD families.
Reminder--2024-25 Application for Free and Reduced Meal Pricing Now Available--Deadline to Apply is Wednesday, October 16
The application for free and reduced meal pricing for the 2024-25 school year is open. Your child(ren) may qualify for free meals or for reduced price meals. Learn more and apply by visiting the full informational webpage on CBSD.org here. View the informational flyer here. A reminder that families who wish to participate in the Free/Reduced Meal Program must apply each year. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, October 16
HELPFUL REMINDERS ABOUT TAMANEND PROCEDURES
Arrival to School
For supervision and safety reasons, students may not be dropped off at school before 7:10 a.m. If you are driving your student to school and arrive before 7:10, please remain in your car with your student until 7:10 a.m.
Information for Car Riders--Morning and Afternoon Traffic Patterns
In the morning only, car riders will use the “bus loop” and ONLY busses and staff members will be allowed to enter the Main entrance. Car riders should pull up as far as possible in the unloading zone, but may drop off their children anywhere along the sidewalk. We will continue to encourage drivers to enter the school property from the Kelly Road side so that they may make a right-hand turn on to the property. For the afternoon, parents picking up their children will utilize the Main entrance and busses will utilize the “bus loop”.
Any discussion of traffic patterns provides a good opportunity to remind everyone in our community about the importance of driving safely around our school. We have many students who walk to and from school. Some of our students must cross Stuckert Road in the mornings and afternoons. Please remember the speed limit on our property and in the school zone on Stuckert Road is 15 miles per hour. Please be mindful of the stop sign on Stuckert Road at the intersection with Herblew Road. Thank you in advance for driving safely and for watching closely for our students who walk to school.
Morning Car Line
When the weather is poor (heavy rain, low temperatures, etc.), more and more parents/guardians choose to drive their children to school. A reminder that students are expected to be in their 1st Period classes by 7:30 AM. If a child is late to school because of CBSD transportation, their tardiness will be excused. If a student is late to school because of car trouble, over-sleeping, or they are in the car drop-off line, their tardiness is unexcused. Typically, there are few cars in the drop off line from when the doors open at 7:10 until about 7:20. After 7:20, the line begins to get very long.
If you drive your child to school and the weather is poor, please consider leaving home earlier so that your child arrives to class on time.
Thanks for your assistance!
Regular School Hours
The regular school day is from 7:30--2:30.
7:10: Students may be dropped off at Tamanend.
7:10--7:20*: 7th Graders wait in the Auditorium; 8th Graders wait in the Cafeteria; 9th Graders wait in Main Gym
7:20: Classrooms open to students
7:27: Reminder bell rings
7:30: First period classes begin
*Breakfast is available to students in all grades beginning at 7:10 in the Cafeteria.
Middle School Bell Schedule
2024-2025
Cell Phone Policy
It is important that cell phones be turned off and put away during the school day so that students can focus on learning and interacting appropriately with their peers. Cell phones and other electronic communication devices must be turned off and kept out of sight during the hours of 7:30 am and 2:30 pm, including at lunch time and between classes. Students will not be permitted to use their cell phones during the school day, unless instructed by an adult for educational purposes. You can read the entire school district policy by clicking this link: Active Policies - 20 Welden Drive | Doylestown, PA 18901 | Phone 267-893-2000 BoardDocs® Plus and searching for policy #829.1.
We understand that periodically, parents must get important messages to their children. Parents may call the Main Office at 267-293-2900 to relay important information. In addition, students may use the Main Office phone to contact their parents to convey important messages. We greatly appreciate your support of this policy. It is very important that we work together to help students focus on learning and limit distractions and disruptions caused by cell phone use during the academic day.
Lockers and Backpacks
Students are not permitted to carry their backpacks throughout the day. They are required to use their lockers to house their backpacks, lunches, and other materials. Students will have access to their lockers at designated times throughout the day. Locks are built into our lockers. Students will have the opportunity to practice opening their lockers during our open house on August 23 and on the first day of school.
Communicating Absences
You may report your child's absence in any of the following ways:
- Phone (Attendance hotline): 267-893-2920
- Written note to be turned in to Main Office
- Through Portal. Click here to learn how to report student absences through Portal.
Middle School Physical Education Attire
Students are not required to purchase a CBSD issued physical education uniform; however, students will be required to change into athletic attire and sneakers to participate safely and practice good hygiene. Student attire must adhere to the dress code guidelines presented in the student handbook. CB locks will still be required to purchase to ensure personal items are secured in a locker. Locks are available for purchase on MyPaymentsPlus.
Daily Announcements
Share Good News About Tamanend Students
RESOURCES AND ASSISTANCE
Help with Resources
Tamanend is committed to ensuring that every child has a positive experience at our school. We work hard to ensure that we have financial supports in place for families in need. Please be aware that we can help with the following resources:
- Food--pantry with healthy snacks and personal care items available all day outside of Guidance; meals to take home (students and/or parents and guardians can contact Mrs. Consoletti in the Student Services Office; weekend food packages to take home (students and/or parents and guardians can contact Mrs. Consoletti in the Student Services Office.)
- Clothing
- Internet access
- Field trips, school supplies, fees
- Holiday gifts
If your family experiences a financial hardship, please feel free to email one of the staff members below so that we may help:
Brian Caughie (Principal) bcaughie@cbsd.org
Brenda Scheffey(Assistant Principal) bscheffe@cbsd.org
Lauren Myrtetus (Certified School Nurse) lmyrtetus@cbsd.org
Jeff Klein (School Counselor and Athletic Director) jklein@cbsd.org
Mandy Cammann (School Counselor) mcammann@cbsd.org
Andrea Consoletti (Student Services Secretary) aconsoletti@cbsd.org
Housing Information
Please see below for housing information.
GETTING INVOLVED AND STAYING CONNECTED WITH TAMANEND
Ways to Stay Connected with Tamanend
Here is a list of ways Tamanend communicates with students, families, and the community:
- Tamanend website: includes important information, resources, calendar of school events, and daily announcements
- Calendar of school events (posted on our website)
- Daily announcements are posted here each morning on the Tamanend website.
- TV show (weekly, during Advisory period)
- Email blasts from Tamanend administration regarding important news, new procedures, and reminders
- Parent Portal: student information, grades, and attendance
- Tamanend Connections newsletter: useful information, important reminders, and school highlights emailed weekly during school year and posted on Tamanend website
- Twitter: @CBTamanendMS highlights of activities, events, and daily life at Tamanend
- CBSD app: highlights of activities, events, and daily life in Central Bucks
Volunteer Required Paperwork
Pennsylvania law requires all persons having direct contact with school children to obtain background checks and clearances. If you are planning on volunteer in in a Central Bucks school during the 2024-2025 school year, you will need to go to Volunteer Required Paperwork, and complete what is needed to be an approved volunteer in our school. Thank you!
Para nuestras familias hispanohablantes...
¡Bienvenidos a Tamanend! Yo soy Brian Caughie, Director de Tamanend Middle School. Soy hispanohablante. Pasé mucho de mi vida en España. Estoy aquí para apoyarles a todos los estudiantes y familias en Tamanend. Favor de llamarme or escribirme (en inglés o en español) si Ud. tiene cualquier duda o pregunta.
Correo electrónico: bcaughie@cbsd.org
Oficina: (267) 893-2900
Tamanend Middle School
Website: http://www.cbsd.org/Domain/25
Location: 1492 Stuckert Road, Warrington, PA
Phone: 267.893.2900