MTMS Wolf Wire
September 6, 2024
MT's purpose is to educate and empower students to become responsible citizens.
A Few Words From the Principal
Happy September!
September is National Suicide Prevention Month and here at MT we will be focusing on awareness about mental health and self-care. We will be having a door decorating contest with our W.I. N. classes to spread these positive messages through out our school.
The counselors are also planning an activity for later in September.
Please encourage your student to be kind to others. If your student is struggling or they see another student struggling they need to say something so that we can provide support.
We want everyone to be safe and know that they belong here at MT.
Important Dates
September 16-29 - Scholastic Book Fair
September 18 - Goodcents Giveback Fundraiser - 9am-8pm
September 25 - 1/2 Day (11:12 Dismissal) - Parent/Teacher Conferences in PM
September 26 - No School - Parent/Teacher Conferences
September 27 - No School/School & Offices Closed
After-School Activities
- 7th grade Volleyball @ Pioneer Ridge
- 8th grade Volleyball @ Mill Valley
September 10 -
- 7th Grade Football @ Basehor
- 8th Grade Football home vs. Basehor
- 7th Grade Volleyball home vs. Wheatridge
- 8th Grade Volleyball @ Wheatridge
September 12 -
- 7th Grade Volleyball @ Basehor
- 8th Grade Volleyball home vs. Basehor
- Cross Country @ Basehor
September 14
- 8th Grade A Volleyball @ Turner
Reminders & Information
Student Wellbeing Series: Remarkably Resilient Together
The Student Wellbeing Series: Remarkably Resilient Together parent event will be held September 17 at 6:30 p.m., at Cedar Trails Exploration Center. This program was especially created to teach regulation to everyone, while also highlighting the importance of self-care. Parents/Guardians are asked to RSVP, as space is limited. Children in grades 6-12 may attend with their parents/guardians.
USD 232 Student Well-being series event: Remarkably Resilient Together | Post Details
Timberwolf Success Program (TSP) starts on Tuesday!
Timberwolf Success Program is our after school mentoring program. There will be three teachers in the Media Center from 3:05-4:30 on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday to provide homework help to students. There is always at least one math teacher available and two other content teachers.
If your student needs extra time to complete their homework, or needs a quiet environment to work with support in case they get stuck, or has been absent and has some work that needs to be complete our TSP staff is here to provide support.
All students are welcome - bring projects and assignments that need to be completed.
Scholastic Book Fair
MTMS Fall Book Fair will begin sales the week of 9/16!
Book Fair Walk-Through and Wishlist - 9/17 (6th Gr), 9/18 (7th Gr), 9/19 (8th Gr)
Shopping Days during school hours by Grade Level - 9/20 (6th Gr), 9/23 (7th Gr), 9/24 (8th Gr)
Also, the Book Fair will be open during Parent/Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, 9/25 from 3:30-7:30pm. Online ordering is available from 9/16-9/29.
Website to order online: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/MTMSbooks
Scholastic eWallet
Parents can put money in an e-Wallet for their child to spend at the Book Fair – so no money needs to be sent! Set up your student's e-Wallet through our Scholastic/MTMS page: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/MTMSbooks
Parent/Teachers Conferences
Conferences will be held Wednesday, September 25th and Thursday, September 26th. Open conferences will be in the Gym and Commons on Wednesday from 4:30 - 7:30pm and Thursday from 4:00 - 8:00pm. Conference will be by appointment Thursday from 9:30am - 3:00pm. Look for more information regarding scheduled appointments from teachers soon.
School Pictures Update
SCH Photo has begun emailing families with a specific link and passcode to your student's school photo and ordering options. Picture retake day will be held Tuesday, October 8th.
Free Internet Safety Course for Parents at Sunflower House!
Learn more about possible dangers of internet usage, practical safety tips & tools and the cyber crime reporting process. Presentation covers electronic safety concepts, including gaming systems, apps, current and local trends and other wireless/internet communication. *Presentation designed/presented by Sunflower House, Overland Park Police Department and FBI Cyber Crime Task Force.
Thursday 9/12 6-7pm at Sunflower House
15440 W 65th St Shawnee KS 66217
Nurse's Newsletter
Allergy season continues! The nurse’s office doesn’t supply medication for seasonal allergies. Please have your student take allergy medication at home. There are several over-the-counter medications that work 24 hours available. There are over-the-counter-eye drops made especially for allergies also available. The nurse’s office also does not supply cold medication. Please administer at home.
Medication Policy
Use the following link to view the district medication policy for prescription medication and non-prescription medication and forms if needed.
https://www.usd232.org/departments/health-services/policies-screenings
If your student forgets to take medication before school or you bring medication for your student, you will be asked to stay and administer the medication to your student.
Illness
Please report any symptoms of illness to the school. Please be specific- report symptoms such as sore throat, nausea, fever instead of reporting “ill” or “sick”. Giving symptoms helps with Health Department reporting and to see illness trends in the district.
It is district policy to keep your student home until symptom free/fever free for 24 hours without medication. It will help to prevent the spread of illness.
Illness and Respiratory Viral Illness Policy (Covid, Influenza, RSV) can be found by clicking on the following links:
https://www.usd232.org/departments/health-services/policies-screenings
https://www.usd232.org/departments/health-services/respiratory-illnesses
Stay up to date! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and our NEW website! And, reach out to MTMS.pta.wolves@gmail.com with questions or to find out how to get involved.
Important Dates:
9/8 - Spirit Wear Store Closes
9/18 - Goodcents Giveback 9am-8pm
9/25 & 26 - Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent Teacher Conferences - Meal & Snacks
Conference time means long hours for teachers and staff. Help us keep them fed and happy. PTA will be providing snacks on Wednesday the 25th and dinner on Thursday the 26th. If you would like to help, please sign up here: MTMS Fall Conferences Meal & Snack Sign up
Thank you for your support!
MTMS Spirit Wear Store
Last call for MTMS spirit wear! Our school store closes this coming Sunday, 9/8. This is the big spirit sale for the year, so don't delay - ORDER TODAY!
Goodcents Giveback
Hope you had a lovely Labor Day and are feeling rested and ready to dive into the quarter! Be sure to save the date for our upcoming giveback with KC original, Goodcents on Wednesday 9/18. These events are an easy way for you to kick back, relax and feed your family while supporting a local business and raising funds for our staff, scholars and school for things like Parent Teacher Conference Staff Meals and Student Socials. Don’t forget to use code MTMS when ordering. Thanks a bunch for your help!
MTMS Information
Location: 6100 Monticello Road, Shawnee, KS, United States
Website: http://mtms.usd232.org/
Phone: (913) 422-1100
Attendance Line: (913) 422-5854 or Report an Absence online
Fax Line: (913) 422-4990
Instagram: @mtmswolves
Regular School Hours: 7:55am-3:05pm
- Carloop doors open to students at 7:35 (except earlier during inclement weather)