MMS Update 9-30-24

Learning to handle middle school can be a big task. You have to juggle different subjects and teachers, and you might have long-term projects in addition to your regular schoolwork and homework. However, your grades don't have to suffer just because you have more responsibilities. Keep yourself on track by practicing good organizational and time management skills, and give yourself the best chance to succeed by paying attention and participating in class. Most importantly, though, don't forget to have fun!

Be on time and show up for class every day. It's hard to get good grades if you miss class a lot.

Pay attention in class. Sometimes it can be a little hard to focus in class, but it's super important to listen whenever your teacher is talking.

Get to know all of your teachers. In elementary school, you probably had one classroom teacher, and your teacher only had one classroom of students. In middle school, you may have as many as 6 teachers, and your teachers likely have well over 100 students. Your grades will be better if you feel comfortable talking with your teachers.

Get involved in class discussions. When you're in class, you'll retain more of what you're learning if you do your best to participate.

Ask for help if you feel confused about anything. In middle school, concepts often build on each other. If you miss one thing, it might be hard to understand anything else that comes after that. Try to ask for extra help as soon as you realize that you're feeling lost.

We are excited to announce our third annual Milwood Around the World event. Our building is culturally rich and represents dozens of nationalities and languages from around the world. We are celebrating our diversity and would love for you to attend this amazing event as we focus on LITERACY from the four corners of the World!

The Scripps Spelling Bee is an annual spelling competition that is held throughout the United States. Students get the opportunity to participate and win grand prizes, as well as get national recognition. The purpose of the spelling bee is to improve spelling skills and build the vocabulary of students, as well as promote proper usage of the English language.

Congratulations 1st Round Finalists:

The 1st Round was held on Friday (2-7-25).

The 2nd Round Finals will be held on Friday (2-14-25).

Among the earliest pioneers in Oshtemo Township were Enoch Harris and his family, the first black settlers in Kalamazoo County. They arrived in Michigan from Marion County, Ohio, in approximately 1830, bringing with them seed from which they are said to have planted the first apple orchard in Kalamazoo County. Harris was sufficiently respected by his neighbors that he was often asked to mediate property disputes. The Harris family also owns the distinction of celebrating the first wedding in Oshtemo Township, when daughter Louisa Harris married Henry Powers in 1836.

• Students must be in the 50th percentile in NWEA Math and Reading.
• Students must pass their core classes (Math, ELA, Science and Social Studies)
• Students must be at a 90% or higher attendance rate.

Students not meeting these goals may have to attend summer school or be retained in their current grade for the following school year.

Mr. LaCross' 8th grade science class is on task and working to master the science curriculum.

• Students have 4 minutes to transition from one class to another. They must be on time for each of their classes. They should be in their seats ready to learn when the bell rings.

MMS Non-negotiables

• 1. No Cell phones/headphones/earbuds/ Air pods

  2. No Hats or Hoods on heads

  3. No Backpacks/winter coats

  4. No sunglasses/bandanas

  5. No Food/drinks (other than water in clear water bottles) in classrooms

• Parents, remember to use PowerSchool to monitor your child's grades and attendance. It is important for all students to arrive to school and class on time every day.

Be Proactive and Safe!

• If you or your child becomes aware of a situation that may create a problem at school, please contact an administrator at the school (269-337-0670). We want to be proactive and maintain the best possible learning environment for our students.

Academic Achievement, Safety and Order are Milwood Magnet School Priorities!

Mrs. Haggar's 8th grade, 1st hour class is focused on getting the job done!

The primary rationale for high-quality attendance data is the relationship between student attendance and student achievement.

Mrs. Summons' 1st Hour, 7th grade ELA class is focused...

The Knights Health Center is a school based health center funded by MDHHS and operated by Kalamazoo County Health & Community Services. We offer health care to Kalamazoo County youth who are between 5 and 21 years of age. Kelly Brizendine, our physician assistant, and Eureka Jennings, our medical assistant, provide the same type and level of care that a parent/guardian would expect to find at a pediatrician or a primary care provider’s office, (preventative care, urgent care for illness or injury, sports physicals, immunizations, etc…), while I provide mental health services. Appointments can be made by emailing healthyknights@kalcounty.com or calling 269-391-2458.

School-based health centers have several attractive characteristics that will appeal to parents and youth: equity and access to quality health care and the availability of same day appointments are two hallmarks of this system, as is the cost of services. For families with private insurance, their insurance will be billed directly and there are not any co-pays. For those with Medicaid, Medicaid is billed directly and for those without insurance, fees are waived.

Loy Norrix High School

606 E. Kilgore Road

Kalamazoo, MI 49001

269-337-0200

District Beliefs, Expectations & Responsibilities

The Kalamazoo Public School District believes that all students can learn when provided with appropriate instruction and an environment that is safe and orderly. To create such an educational setting requires a comprehensive program of instruction, written and consistently enforced standards of discipline, and the cooperative efforts of students, parents/guardians, school staff and the community. In order to develop and maintain a positive educational setting, discipline standards should balance the need for consistency and uniformity with the need for discretionary authority, and should offer alternatives. The Kalamazoo Public Schools’ Student Code of Conduct is based on the following beliefs:

1. Discipline is a natural element of educational and personal development.

2. Positive behaviors are encouraged through appropriate reinforcement and/or corrective measures.

3. The rights and welfare of the individual as well as the entire school population will be protected. 4. The Student Code of Conduct should lead to a clear understanding of behavioral expectations and consequences for unacceptable behavior.

5. The school will strive to achieve a balance between the rights of students and the need for order and safety for the entire school population.

Mr. Woodley's 7th grade Social Studies class is working to meet their academic goals!

Mission of Milwood Magnet School

Milwood Magnet School will engage all students in rigorous learning experiences that promote academic excellence, while fostering a positive inclusive environment that demonstrates our school’s core values: preparation, respect, integrity, determination, and effort.

Vision of Milwood Magnet School

At Milwood Magnet School, our vision is to educate and empower the whole child academically, socially, and emotionally, so they have the skills to be a positive influence in our community.

Principal, William Hawkins - Hawkinswm@kalamazoopublicschools.net

Assistant Principal, Aaron Sauter –Sauteram@kalamazoopublicschools.net

Counselor, Joshua Kruger - Krugerja@kalamazoopublicschools.net

Counselor, Rashonda Wiggins - Wigginsrl@kalamazoopublicschools.net