AMS Weekly Update

This is a friendly reminder that next week is Midwinter Break. School will be closed from Monday, February 17, through Friday, February 21. Classes will resume on Monday, February 24, 2025.

We encourage students to take this time to rest, recharge, and catch up on any missing work to stay on track for success.

Wishing everyone a happy, healthy, and productive break!

Warmest wishes,

Mrs. Bukosky and Mrs. Abbott

Monday, February 17: NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, February 18:NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, February 19: NO SCHOOL

Thursday, February 20: NO SCHOOL

Friday, February 21: NO SCHOOL

• March 4: WMHS 8th Grade Parent Information Night 5:30 PM
• March 4: JGHS 8th Grade Parent Information Night 5:00PM
• March 6: 5th grade Transition Night 6:00 PM at Adams Middle School
• March 24-28: No School (Spring Recess, PreK-12)
• April 4: Half Day (Middle School, morning session only)
• April 18: No School (Good Friday, PreK-12)
• April 30: No School (District Professional Development, PreK-12)
• May 21: 8th grade Award Ceremony (Invitation Only)
• May 23-26: No School (Memorial Day Recess, PreK-12)
• May 27th: 8th grade trip to Cedar Point (must qualify)
• May 28th: 8th grade Farewell Dance
• June 10: Half Day (K-12, morning session only)
• June 11: Half Day (K-12, morning session only) – Last Day of School

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to announce an upcoming trip to Cedar Point for our 8th graders as a reward for their hard work and dedication throughout middle school. This trip is a fantastic opportunity for students to celebrate their achievements and create lasting memories with their classmates. The trip will take place on Tuesday, May 27th, 2025

Eligibility Requirements: Students must meet the following criteria to attend the Cedar Point trip:

1. Academic Performance: Students must pass all their classes in Semester II

2. Behavior: Zero Suspensions during Semester II (January 23-May 26)

3. Punctuality: Excessive tardies may result in disqualification.
   
   

Please note that these criteria are in place to reinforce our school's values of being safe, responsible, and respectful.

Limited Availability:
This opportunity is open to the first 100 students submitting permission slips and their deposit. Spaces will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage students to submit their forms and payments as soon as possible.

Nonrefundable Payments:
As a reminder, all funds for the trip are nonrefundable, even if a student becomes ineligible due to failing grades, suspensions, or tardiness.

We encourage all students to focus on their academic and behavioral goals as we approach this exciting event. Thank you for your support and partnership in helping our students succeed.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at (734) 419-2375

Date of Trip: Tuesday, May 27th, 2025

Cost: $110.00 per student (includes admission to Cedar Point, an Unlimited Food and Drink Pass, and Motor Coach Transportation).

Trip Details:

• The trip is open to the first 100 students who submit their permission slip and deposit.

• The bus will depart from Adams Middle School at 7:00 AM and return at approximately 9:00 PM.

Proposed Payment Schedule to help our families:

• 1st Payment Due: February 10, 2025 ($30.00)

• 2nd Payment Due: March 10, 2025 ($30.00)

• 3rd Payment Due: April 14, 2025 ($30.00)

• Final Payment Due: May 12, 2025 ($20.00)
  
  

Payments can be made to Adams Middle School. The trip is nonrefundable.

Hi Eagles Parents!

It’s that time of the year when 6th and 7th grade students will choose which electives they are interested in taking next year. At this time, we are asking parents/guardians to review the Course Description Guide with their student and discuss which electives they are interested in taking next year. Below is the schedule when Counselors will be in classrooms for students to rank their electives in order of preference. Due to a variety of factors, not every elective will be offered at Adams next school year, however, we make every effort to place students in their top elective choices. Schedules are not finalized until late August, so this is the first step in the six month scheduling process.

Here is the link to the Course Description Guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fgGXiYnC_dPUINeWYaiNguhRzfzz_mhbTKvTQbCSfso/edit?usp=sharing

Here is the link to the course selection card students will complete when Counselors are in classrooms: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hP6MJz_mYjWvw9ryTotnbpbE4AIpEjy65VKGYqJnB3k/edit?usp=sharing

We are asking parents/guardians to review this with their student before Counselors come to classrooms so students are prepared to rank their elective choices.

Current 7th Graders:

Tuesday, February 11th through their Math class

Current 6th Graders:

Thursday, February 27th through their Learning Skills/Resource Room class

Thank you for your continued support at home!

Sincerely,

Ms. Lentz (Last Names A-K)

lentza@wwcsd.net

Mrs. Blanchette (Last Names L-Z)

blanchettea@wwcsd.net

📚 Exciting Times in ELA!

As we wrap up the month of February, we are thrilled to announce that all ELA classes are embarking on an engaging unit focused on non-fiction! This unit promises to be both enlightening and inspiring as students explore a variety of non-fiction materials, including:

- Autobiographies

- Biographies

- Diary Entries

- Articles

Nonfiction texts help students engage with real-world topics, enhance their critical thinking, and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them. Here are some simple yet effective ways you can support your child's reading and writing of nonfiction at home.

Tips for Supporting Nonfiction Reading at Home

1. Explore Nonfiction Books Together

Encourage your child to read nonfiction books that interest them. Visit your local library or bookstore to find engaging titles on topics they love!

2. Discuss What They Read

After reading, have a discussion about the content. Ask questions like, "What was the main idea?" or "What new facts did you learn?" This helps reinforce comprehension.

3. Connect to Real Life

Relate nonfiction topics to everyday life. Whether it’s discussing a science experiment or a historical event, making connections can deepen understanding.

4. Use Online Resources

Websites like National Geographic Kids or PBS LearningMedia offer a wealth of nonfiction articles and videos that can spark curiosity and learning.

✏️ Writing Project

In addition to reading, students will have the opportunity to research a career they are interested in. They will create an informative slideshow presentation that showcases their findings. This project aims to not only enhance their research and writing skills but also to help them think critically about their future career paths.

Tips for Supporting Nonfiction Writing at Home

1. Encourage Journaling

Have your child keep a journal where they can write about their daily observations or summarize nonfiction texts they read.

2. Research Projects

Support your child in choosing a topic of interest and conducting research. Guide them in organizing their findings into a structured format, such as an essay or presentation.

3. Writing Prompts

Provide writing prompts that encourage nonfiction writing. For example, "Write about a person you admire and the impact they have made."

4. Share Their Work

Create opportunities for your child to share their nonfiction writing with family or friends. This can boost their confidence and reinforce their skills.

This month, 8th graders will continue building on their algebraic skills by exploring multistep equations and learning how to solve for one variable. They will practice isolating variables through a series of operations, strengthening their understanding of balance and inverse operations. Meanwhile, 7th graders are diving into the world of integers, focusing on computations with negative numbers. They’ll work on mastering addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division involving both positive and negative integers, laying a solid foundation for more advanced math concepts.

We've wrapped up NWEA testing. Students will take their final NWEA Math test in the spring

This month, the math teachers are focusing on fostering student talk and collaboration in the classroom. By encouraging students to discuss their thought processes and share problem-solving strategies, the teachers are creating opportunities for students to learn from each other. This approach not only helps deepen understanding but also builds communication skills as students explain and defend their solutions, strengthening their overall math proficiency.

Parents can support their child at home by creating a positive and engaging environment for practicing math. For 8th graders working on multistep equations, parents can encourage their child to explain their steps out loud while solving problems, helping them focus on the process of isolating variables. For 7th graders learning about integers, parents can provide real-life examples, like budgeting or temperature changes, to make negative numbers more relatable. Additionally, parents can promote a growth mindset by emphasizing persistence and the importance of learning from mistakes, while also offering praise for effort and progress.

Adams Middle School - Michigan History Day Regional Finalists 2025

Individual Performance:

Kelsey Conover

Individual Documentaries:

Richmond Sarita

Anthony Marezette

Max Greenlee

Group Documentaries:

Davion Cunningham

Alexa Hernandez

Madisyn Wells

Nailaa Swingrum

Group Exhibits:

John Barber

Savion Cunningham

Braelynn Brand

Treazur Snyder

James Keeler

Logan Jendrusik

Individual Exhibits:

Kijair Griffin

Delilah Gladden

Aubrey Wrenn

Individual Websites:

Chayntelle Standifer

Nehemie Fokham

Nevaeh Allen

Group Websites:

Ethan Molitor

Connor Kalis

Lydia Raub

Caitlyn Tereault

Daphne Post

Lilyann Chiles

Papers:

Skylar Kalita

James Cameron

Kylie Thacker-Angevine

⛄ Winter Weather is Here! ⛄

Make sure they have appropriate footwear for snowy or icy conditions. 🧣

Schoolcraft College would like to invite your students to our 2025 Middle School College Night-Open House. We are excited to have 8th graders, and their families attend this fun-filled event. This event is designed to raise college awareness for students as they embark on their high school career. The event will be held:

Monday, April 21, 2025

Open House, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

VISTATECH Center, DiPonio Room

Schoolcraft College

*Pre-registration is encouraged via the QR code or link below*

Representatives from a variety of colleges as well as high school counselors will be available to speak with students about their next steps academically. Additionally, representatives from the State of Michigan & Schoolcraft’s Financial Aid Office will be on hand to discuss saving for college and financial aid options.

For more information, please visit our website at schoolcraft.edu/mscn (or scan QR Code below). If you have any questions, feel free to contact me directly.

We look forward to welcoming your students to campus on April 21!

If your child's bus is canceled, please make sure to inform the school by calling the attendance line or emailing our counseling secretary Mrs. Chene. Let them know that the absence is due to a bus cancellation. The secretary will mark your child's attendance with a "B" for bus cancellation, which will not count against them for truancy purposes. chenek@wwcsd.net

Join us for the second annual Soaring Stripes 3v3 Basketball Tournament!

Student Divisions: Open to 4th grade and up

Adult Division: Bring your A-game!

Don't miss this exciting event. Register today and be part of the action!

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