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Thunderbird Updates 2024
Dream Believe Achieve
May 28, 2024
Our Vision
Zia Middle School will be a safe, positive, and productive learning environment by building healthy relationships dedicated to the success of ALL members of the Thunderbird Family.
Commencement
Thunderbird Families,
Welcome to the last week of school year 23-24!
- We will operate on a normal schedule this week. Students will take final exams in odd classes on Tuesday, 5/28 and even classes on Wednesday, 5/29. Thursday is for 8th grade transition and make-up exams only. Friday is a no backpack, say goodbye and help teachers pack up day. We will release at 12:15pm. Breakfast and Lunch will be served.
- It has finally arrived! Our 8th grade Transition/Commitment to Graduate Ceremony will be held on Thursday, 5/30 at 9:30am. Students must arrive by 9am as we will take our class photo just before the ceremony begins. Our families and guests may wait in the cafeteria as we take the photo. Students should dress nicely for the occasion. Please no cropped shirts, sagging pants, hats, or t-shirts with messaging. Students can be released as soon as the ceremony concludes. We just ask that custodial parents/guardians sign out on the sheets provided in the gym lobby. There will be a rehearsal for the ceremony on Wednesday, 5/29 during 7th period. If you know your child will not attend, please let me know at jbaker1@lcps.net so we can adjust the seating cards. We can't wait to see all of you for this memorable occasion!
- Please see the request below for 2024 graduates to join us for our 8th grade ceremony on May 30th. If you happen to have a senior and 8th grader, it will be especially memorable for them to both participate in our ceremony!
- Tis' the season for impulsive behaviors as we near the end of the school year. Friendly reminder to please keep an eye out for items that SHOULD NOT be at school: confetti, water guns, sharpie markers, energy drinks, eggs, silly string, noise makers, etc. Students also need to be reminded to keep their hands to themselves at all times. We thank you for helping us get to the finish line safely, and perhaps with a little sanity. 😉
Thank you to all of our families for supporting and trusting us with your children this school year. It is a privilege to serve your kiddos and our community. As soon as a new principal is named for Zia, you will receive notification. I have full faith in the process and trust our school will be in good hands next year. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to lead this precious school. Enjoy all of the family time you can this summer, and please, WEAR SUNSCREEN!
Dream, Believe, Achieve!
With Love,
Dr. Baker-Principal
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Advisory Progress and Attendance Reporting Dates
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May 8, 22
Contact Us
Email: jbaker1@lcps.net
Website: https://zms.lcps.net/o/zms/
Location: 1300 W University
Phone: 575-527-9475
Jamie Baker
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