Welcome to Thomas Middle School

SAVE THE DATE ~ 6th Grade Curriculum Night: Wednesday, 8/27/25

Many thanks to all the parents who joined us this week for STEP #1 Parent Presentations. We hope you have the essential information for what to expect during the middle school years. Please click HERE for a link to the slideshow presentation.

We have two PTA announcements for you:

1. TMS Spring Spirit Wear Sale ends tomorrow - Thursday, 4/17/25.
2. TMS 2025-2026 Committee Chair Form

Previously shared information

There are 6 STEPS in the transition process from elementary school to Thomas Middle School:

STEP #1 - PARENT PRESENTATIONS: Monday, April 14th - DONE!

STEP #2 - STUDENT VISIT/CLASS FIELD TRIP

During the week of April 21st, all of the future 6th graders from Olive, Greenbrier, Ivy Hill, Patton, Westgate, and Windsor take a field trip to TMS with their class. At that time, students will learn all about what to expect in middle school. The students will meet the school administrators, take a tour of the building, and attend a question and answer session with TMS student leaders.

STEP #3 - TMS WEBQUEST ASSIGNMENT

On the TMS website you'll find a Quick Link on the TMS homepage called "6th Grade & New Families Start Here." This link has several resources such as online videos for future 6th graders and families new to District 25. There's also a link called TMS In's and Out's which lists essential information about TMS protocols and procedures. These resources are currently available and will be explored through the Webquest assignment given to the students during their field trip to visit TMS in April. Students can work on this assignment at home, at their leisure with friends and or family members. This activity allows the students and families to take a deep dive into all things TMS. The Webquest directions will be shared with the students at the Student Visit in April.

STEP #4 - 6TH GRADE STUDENT ORIENTATION

Friday, August 15th from 9-11 AM. All incoming 6th grade students are invited to attend this event. Students will have an opportunity to tour the building, visit their homeroom classroom, and meet peers that are in their homeroom. This is a student only event.

STEP #5 - LOCKER SET-UP

Friday, August 15th from 11:15 AM - 3 PM. All Students and families are welcome to attend this drop in event to set-up student lockers. This is an ideal time for students to practice opening their lockers and to organize all of their school materials.

STEP #6 - BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT

Thursday, August 21st from 4-7 PM. All TMS students and parents can walk the hallways and set up lockers during this time.

As Timberwolves, we take great Pride in our Pack, and look forward to welcoming all of the new members!

Sincerely,

Lori Naumowicz, Principal

Greg Keadle, Associate Principal

Allie Yoder, Associate Principal & Student Services Coordinator

Jeremy Fischer, Associate Principal

• All 6th grade physicals must be dated on or after 8/21/24 and are due by 10/15/2025. The physical must be turned in by October 15th, 2025 OR YOUR STUDENT WILL BE EXCLUDED.
• All 6th grade students will also need to provide proof of the Tdap and Meningococcal State required immunizations.
• Dental Forms must be dated after 11/15/24 and are due by 5/15/26. (This is the correct date - 5/15/26.)
• If your 6th grader is participating in Cross Country we must have the physical by the first day of practice which starts in early August.
• PLEASE do not wait until the last minute to schedule appointments as they fill up quickly.
• Paperwork can be mailed or dropped off at the Thomas Middle School Office or emailed to the TMS Nurse - Laura Toussaint (ltoussaint@sd25.org).
• Health Forms can be found at this link.

Check out the TMS PTA Website.

Join the TMS PTA and help support the TMS community!

2024-2025 Executive Board Members

PTA MEETINGS:

If you are interested in getting involved in the PTA or simply checking out a meeting @ 7:00pm in the TMS Library. Everyone is welcome! Our last meeting of the year is Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

Do you have questions or wish to put your name in for a position with our PTA?

Email the PTA at: thomasmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com