Pirate Press

Pirate Families,

Next Friday, 1st quarter progress reports will be published in MyStudent and the Parent Portal. We have been reminding students that they still have time to improve grades if needed, and to stay focused as the quarter ends on October 11th which will be here before we know it!

Thank you for your support as we work together to ensure that our children have every opportunity to become college, career, and life ready!

Sincerely,

Ms. Gilbert

Our next Field Day event is scheduled for Thursday, September 19th! For this event, students need to qualify by attaining the following criteria:

1. No referrals from 8/30-9/18

2. No F's in any classes on their Progress Report

3. 75 PBIS points

4. Fewer than 5 tardies from 8/30-9/18

What can you do as a parent or loved one to help your Pirate at home? Start with reminding them to ABC every night for each class. Ask them 3 questions:

1. What do you need to ARRANGE or organize in your materials?
2. What can you BROWSE or review from class today?
3. Is there anything you need to COMPLETE before tomorrow?

Wondering if it's too soon to start thinking about college? While exact plans don't have to be set, it's good to have an idea of what's available and what's required to make that goal a reality. From interest inventories to financial planning, it's a good idea to know things your family can consider now...because time flies, and high school graduation will be here before you know it!

Kendall is one of our 6th grade Pirates who knows what it means to have Pirate P.R.I.D.E.!

Congratulations, Kendall!

Pasco County has been my home since leaving my entire family and moving from my hometown of Port Huron, Michigan in 2007. I have a B.S. in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from the University of Michigan and a M.Ed. In Educational Leadership from USF St. Petersburg. I started my teaching career at Chester Taylor Elementary, and taught at Centennial and Watergrass Elementary Schools as well, spanning grades 2-5. I was an admin intern at Stewart Middle, an elementary AP at Watergrass Elementary for 1 year, and at West Zephyrhills Elementary as an AP for almost 6 years before becoming the proud principal of Pasco Middle in November 2021! I believe that we have the power to change lives and better our community, and I will serve and wear the title of Pasco Middle School Principal PROUDLY for as many years as I am allowed!!

I live in Wesley Chapel, splitting my time between my home and my Nigel's home until February 2025. I am most fortunate to get to be a part of his three beautiful children's lives (Amilia 19, Kieran 14, Aria 12) and have two four-legged children as well, Winnie (frenchie) and Boe (frenchie/boston mix). I love to bake and be creative, and have recently started experimenting with textured art ('painting/sculpting' with what is essentially joint compound). I am also waiting (a bit impatiently, possibly...) for Nigel to pop the question and am so incredibly excited about everything the present and future holds for me/us!

Fun fact about me: I can't visit my hometown without enjoying Superman ice cream, and have the fairly useless talent of being able to say the ABC's backward really quickly!

Mrs. Sjolander - 7th grade math students shared that Mrs. Sjolander is giving them opportunities to learn by helping them with notes and providing 3 attempts on questions to get it right. Juan said, "I like that if I miss the question, I have another chance to prove I get it with a different but similar problem."

Frida O - Frida comes to school ready to learn! She participates in class and engages with whatever task is in front of her. She's using her planner and keeping her materials organized!

Emanuel V - Emanuel is growing in confidence, especially in contributing to class discussions. He often raises his hand to offer his opinion and always speaks like a scholar by giving justification.

Aliyah H - Aliyah has been seen displaying SLANT in class to show her teachers that she is engaged in learning. She is making a good impression and proving that she is at school to learn!

Students will be selected at random using the spinning wheel. This selection will take place on a weekly basis. Spinning wheel prizes include: Pirate gear, snack coupons, PBIS points (25/50/75/100), Innovation Lab with 2 friends, Pirate Treasure Box, Kona Ice or Jackpot. We had several winners this summer and are excited to continue rewarding students for positive actions!

Parents, if you would like to get a detailed report of your child's FAST tests, please contact Mrs. Kassabaum at kkassaba@pasco.k12.fl.us to request an Access Code.

Visit this site https://fl-familyportal.cambiumast.com/#/ and enter the required information for the detailed Math & Reading report.

Students may only carry and self-administer medications with required documented authorization (medical provider & parent). The medication must be brought to school with the documentation by the parent. The child will be given a copy of the authorization to carry with the medication. The prescription labeled box or note from the medical provider is also required. Students may not carry medication that is not authorized or labeled.

Medication may also be accessible for your student in the school clinic, if needed. Parent should bring the medication, prescription label or note from the medical provider and then sign the parent medication authorization form. The student would then access the clinic for the medication.

Monday, September 16th :

"P" rotation day - 1,2,3,4,5,6 (lunch is based on the 4th- period teacher)

6:00pm- Volleyball Game @ Cypress Creek Middle School

1:30pm-4:00pm- Football Practice

1:30pm-4:00pm- Cheer Practice

Tuesday, September 17th:

"A" rotation day - 2, 3, 5, 4, 6, 1 (lunch is based on the 4th- period teacher)

FALL PICTURE DAY!

1:30pm-3:45pm- Volleyball Practice

1:30pm-4:00pm- Cheer Practice

6:30pm- Football Game vs. Pine View Middle School at Land O' Lakes High School

Wednesday, September 18th:

"S" rotation day- 3, 5, 6, 4, 1, 2 (lunch is based on the 4th- period teacher)

1:30pm-2:30pm- 6th Grade Cambridge Club

1:30pm-3:45pm- Volleyball Practice

1:30pm-4:00pm- Cheer Practice

1:30pm-4:00pm- Football Practice

6:00pm-7:30pm- FFA Parent Meeting in Media Center

Thursday, September 19th:

"C" rotation day - 5, 6, 1, 4, 2, 3 (lunch is based on the 4th- period teacher)

11:45am-1:30pm- PIRATE PRIDE EVENT

1:30pm-4:00pm- Football Practice

1:30pm-4:00pm- Cheer Practice

6:00pm- Volleyball Game vs. Centennial Middle at PMS

Friday, September 20th:

"O" rotation day - 6, 1, 2, 4, 3, 5 (lunch is based on the 4th- period teacher)

1:30pm-3:45pm- Volleyball Practice

*quantities and sizes are limited and are only while supplies last*

You can now report an absence online. The link is below and is also on our school website.

Report an absence

Fortify FL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.

CLICK HERE to submit a tip.

Students can also report a tip in their mypascoconnect dashboard using the Fortify FL icon.

Central State Glass stopped by to deliver some wonderful giveaway items for our staff! Thank you for your generosity and partnership! 👏