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With the warmer weather here, to prevent confusion for families and students, we want to remind everyone of the dress code expectations for TMS.

Dress Code Responsibility for dress rests primarily with students and their families. The district’s dress code is established to promote safety, prevent disruption, and support healthy hygiene habits. Dress and footwear should be suitable for the work students do in each classroom setting.

• Students have the right of freedom of expression in their dress as long as it is not inappropriate, puts any student in danger, disrupts the classroom environment, and does not interfere with another student(s) access to an education.
• Underwear and undergarments should be concealed.
• Clothing should cover from armpits to mid-thigh.
• pants must be zipped and kept closed. No bare midriffs are allowed.
• Special classes such as shop, physical education, art and others may require special dress for safety, protection or performance reasons.

Wearing clothing (including hats, bags, buttons, pins, or stickers) displaying drug, alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, gang symbols, hate speech, obscenities, or sexual innuendo is prohibited.

If a student is not dressed appropriately, student management/administration will work with the student to correct their outfit as necessary. If you have specific questions, please call the TMS office.

Registration is now open for the 2025-2026 School Year!

All registration is done online through the TMS Website.

Use the link or scan the QR code below.

For assistance or more information please call:

541-535-1552

Extension 4101 (English)

Extension 4125 (Spanish)

Note: online registration works best on a desktop, laptop or tablet.

Dear Families,

As the school year comes to a close, I would like to remind you to pick up any medications that you brought for your child and are currently being stored at school.

Medications That Need To Be Picked up:

• Prescription medications
• Over-the-counter medications
• EpiPens, inhalers, and other emergency medications

Important Information:

• Deadline: All medications must be picked up by 3:00 PM on June 11, 2025
• Who Can Pick Up: Only parents/legal guardians may pick up medications - students are NOT allowed to transport medications to or from the school.
• Unclaimed Medications: Any medications not picked up by the deadline will be disposed of according to district policy and state regulations

Medications cannot be stored over the summer or returned to students.

Following school policy and safety guidelines, any medications not picked up by 3 pm on June 11th will be disposed of.

Please stop by the TMS office between 8 am and 3 pm to retrieve your child’s medications.

Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and healthy environment for our students. Have a wonderful summer!

Sincerely,
Carrie McDonald, Phoenix Talent School District Nurse

Every month, we take the opportunity to recognize outstanding students who exemplify qualities that contribute to a thriving and dynamic learning environment. This month, we are proud to honor those who have demonstrated a remarkable growth mindset—a key factor in achieving personal and academic success.

A growth mindset fosters a love for learning and resilience in the face of challenges. Students who embody a growth mindset view setbacks as opportunities for growth rather than insurmountable obstacles.

Encouraging a growth mindset in students is essential for their development and success and we at TMS strive to emphasize effort over talent, acknowledge the hard work and strategies students employ, and create an environment where mistakes are seen as a natural part of the learning process.

Please join us in recognizing these students who were selected by TMS staff for displaying a growth mindset throughout the school year. These honorees will be recognized by the Phoenix Rotary club during a luncheon this week.

• Jordan Angeles Hernandez
• Oliver Rensink
• Adrian Mendez
• Veronica Cabrera

Is your student interested in acting and singing?

Check out this great opportunity to learn and perform this summer!

If you have yet to download and install our mobile app, you should.

The free app is a great way to stay up to date on everything that's happening throughout PTS.

At TMS, we have noticed an increase in energy drink consumption among our students. As part of our commitment to ensuring the health and well-being of our students, we believe it is important to share relevant information with families.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advises that adolescents should avoid energy drinks entirely. This recommendation is based on growing evidence that these beverages can have potential harmful side effects for young people.

As parents and guardians, you play a crucial role in guiding your children towards healthy lifestyle choices. We encourage you to have discussions with your teens about the potential risks of energy drinks and explore healthier alternatives together.

For more detailed information and resources, we invite you to click the link below. Thank you for your attention and support in promoting the health and safety of our students.

Website: https://tms.phoenix.k12.or.us/

Location: 102 Christian Avenue, Talent, OR, USA
Phone: 541-535-1552
Facebook: facebook.com/TalentMiddleSchoolBulldogs