Good afternoon from the second quarter of 8th grade! We are getting into the groove at school and seeing a lot of student growth and learning. A few notes:

• Although there isn't a lot of homework assigned by teachers, there is almost always studying students could be doing, not to mention opening a free reading book at home as well.
• Our STAG quarterly celebration was a huge hit! Students had fun at the Halloween dance, choice time, and at our Award ceremony with PTO treats. We want ALL STUDENTS to be able to participate in the fun! The time to collect STAG tag signatures is now, instead of scrambling at the end of the marking period. Ask your student how their STAG tag collection is going.

Report Cards should be heading home tomorrow, Friday November 8th. As always, grades can be checked on PowerSchool. Check in with the teachers if there is any way we can better support your student!

Our school is pleased to host a special presentation by the Michigan State Police Computer Crimes Unit. The session will focus on internet safety, including responsible online behavior, recognizing cyber threats, and protecting personal information. The presentation is designed to help students make informed and safe choices when using digital devices and social media.

Presentation Details:

Date: Monday November 18th

Location: Kingsley Middle School

We believe this presentation provides valuable information to help students navigate the digital world safely. However, we respect your right to decide if your child will participate. If you prefer your child *not* attend this session, please complete and return this form to the Middle School office by Friday November 15th, 2024. If you are unable to print this form, you may email your OPT out to Mrs. Bradford and/or Mr. Arnold - please include your students name (first and last), their grade level and your permission for them to not participate in the presentation. The email OPT out due date is still Friday, November 15th, 2024.

November 18 - Michigan State Police Computer Crimes Unit Assembly

November 27-29 - No School - Thanksgiving Break

We took our Articles of Confederation quiz on Wednesday, with PowerSchool updated to reflect that. Though many students did great, some students would benefit from a retake. The retake will happen Tuesday, November 12th. Please check PowerSchool or ask your student how the first quiz of the marking period went!

Curriculum wise, we are moving on to the Constitution and covering the issues and compromises present at the Constitutional Convention. Study guides will be given out by this Monday. Our quiz will be on Monday, November 18th.

Pre-Algebra: Mixed Review Test Thursday then on to One and Two-Step Equations. Algebra: Continue with Linear Equations - Slope Intercept Form, Parallel Lines, & Perpendicular Lines.

Students interested in participating in the MSVMA Solo and Ensemble festival should sign up with me by November 15. the cost is $25 for the festival and $35 for 1 rehearsal and the performance with an accompanist. If money is an issue, please talk to me. We will make scholarships available. Singer need to come see me for music.

Students are nearing the end of our healthy cooking unit. Next week we will tackle thanksgiving stuffing, stir fry, and we will start sewing our Christmas ornaments.

8th grade is practicing to describe people using physical traits in Spanish and we will also learn how to conjugate the verb “ser”.

Students are enjoying the role of game master. Each student is running a one-shot adventure with small groups.

First five students who tell Mr. Buniewicz the name of the Michigan State House Representative that represents Kingsley (104th House district) gets a small prize

Thank you for reading the newsletter! Make it a great day or not, the choice is yours Stags!