Midland Messenger
Nov. 25-29, 2024
Midland Elementary
Email: midland@fpschools.org
Website: http://midland.fpschools.org/
Location: Midland Elementary School, 105th Street East, Tacoma, WA, USA
Phone: 253-298-4500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Midland-Elementary-Mustangs-112865059416899/?ref=settings
PLEASE LOOK FOR THIS NEWSLETTER IN YOUR EMAIL EVERY MONDAY MORNING FOR IMPORTANT MIDLAND INFORMATION!
From the Principal
Dear Midland Families:
As it is the season of being grateful, here are a few things I am thankful for:
T is for the TEACHERS who make a difference in our kids’ lives!
H is for the HELPING of our paras, office, kitchen, and custodial staff!
A is for the ACADEMICS we teach, so our kids can learn new things!
N is for the NEIGHBORHOOD of Midland, a wonderful community!
K is for our KIDS, as they are the reason we do our work!
S is for the SUPPORT of all you who support the students and staff at Midland Elementary!
On behalf of the entire staff at Midland, we would like to wish you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!
💗 Ms. Frederick
Gratitude Grams
Thank you to the families that have completed a GRATITUDE GRAM!
There is still time left - if you have a staff member (or multiple people) at Midland that you'd like to show your gratitude for, complete this form and we will print off what you said and post it publicly for all to see what you have to say about our AMAZING staff at Midland!
Complete one GRATITUDE GRAM for each staff member you'd like to shout out - the online form will be available 11/11-11/26!
(The photo is an example of what we will post)
Specialist Schedule This Week
Monday - Blue
Tuesday - Green
Wednesday - Red
Thursday - No School
Friday - No School
Calendar
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
Nov. 27 ~ Flannel Day!
Nov. 27 ~ 11:55 Dismissal for Thanksgiving Break
Nov. 28 & 29 ~ No School for Thanksgiving Break
Dec. 4 ~ 1:55 Dismissal
Dec. 6 ~ Pride Assembly for K-2nd grade
Dec. 11 ~ 1:55 Dismissal
Dec. 13 ~ Pride Assembly for 3rd-5th grade
Dec. 16 ~ Pajama Day!
Dec. 17 ~ Candy Cane Day (Dress in Red/White)!
Dec. 18 ~ Winter Hat/Tree Topper Day!
Dec. 18 ~ 1:55 Dismissal
Dec. 19 ~ Winter Gear Day!
Dec. 20 ~ Holiday Sweater & Clothes Day!
Dec. 23-Jan. 3 ~ No School for Winter Break!
**For additional future scheduled activities, please check out our Midland calendar at https://midland.fpschools.org/**
Thanksgiving Break: No School Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th.
Wednesday, November 27th will be a 11:55 dismissal day.
Weather and Emergency Updates
In the event of emergencies, a team of Franklin Pierce Schools staff work to balance safety and our commitment to support student learning. The choice to delay or cancel the start of a school day includes assessing road conditions and consulting with other local services. Franklin Pierce Schools will attempt to offer updates about delays and closures by 5am.
Staff and families can expect to receive information about school closures and delays in the following ways:
Recorded Telephone Message contact the main office at your child's school to ensure your contact information is up to date
SMS Message for families/staff who have opted-in, click herefor Text Message if you would like to opt-in
Website www.fpschools.org
Flash Alert Notification sign up to receive email notifications and download the Flash Alert App, click here.
Local Media including KIRO 97.3 FM, KOMO 1000 AM, KIRO TV Channel 7, KOMO TV Channel 4, and KING TV Channel 5
Social Media Facebook
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This is a reminder from the health room: if your student has borrowed any clothing this year, please ensure that it is returned with them. Our supply is limited, and we are running low on available clothing items.
Additionally, we kindly ask that you always send your student with an emergency pair of clothing in their backpack to help us preserve our supplies for urgent situations.
Thank you for your cooperation and support!
Volunteer Clearance
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS....
If you are interested in volunteering as a chaperone for field trips or in any other capacity that may come up, please complete the volunteer application as soon as possible. It may take up to two weeks to process an application and we don't want you to be left out of a volunteer opportunity because you are not approved yet! Click here to begin your volunteer application. If you were cleared as a volunteer last year, please complete a new application. Volunteer applications must be completed every year.
PTO
What is PTO?
A PTO, which stands for "Parent Teacher Organization," is a group at your child's school where parents and teachers work together to improve the educational experience for all students by organizing fundraising events, providing extra supplies for classrooms, and/or planning special activities, essentially acting as a support system for the school beyond the regular curriculum; it's a great way to get involved in your child's school life and meet other parents in the community.
Our PTO board is:
President: Brianna Beacham
Treasurer: Quincey Crocram
Secretary: Kristina Frederick
Popcorn Friday Dates: 1/24, 2/28, 3/21, 4/18, 5/30,
We would LOVE to have more members join the PTO! Your membership ensures that you have a voice in what ways we impact Midland Elementary. Although we encourage volunteering (in different capacities), it is NOT a requirement!
If you have questions or concerns, or would like more information - you can email the PTO at midlandspto@gmail.com 😀
Right at School Daycare
Before and Afterschool Care for the 2024-25 School Year!
Serving students at ALL 8 Elementary Schools
Right at School will operate before and afterschool programs at all eight Franklin Pierce elementary schools! Right at School offers a safe environment for students to learn, to play, and to grow!
Franklin Pierce Schools Family Resource Center
Franklin Pierce Schools has a resource center for our families. You will find information and help for many situations and needs - food, diapers, formula, community referrals, and more.
Franklin Pierce Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
Questions and complaints of alleged discrimination should be directed to James Hester, Compliance Coordinator for State and Civil Rights Laws; Wendy Malich, Title IX Officer; or John Sander, 504/ADA Coordinator at 315 129th ST S, Tacoma, WA 98444-5099 or at (253)298-3000.