

TMS Dragons
PRO: Perseverance, Respect, Ownership Final Edition 24-25
We appreciate all of the ways you supported TMS this year!
Dear Families,
We want to take a moment to extend our heartfelt thanks to each of you. Your unwavering support, generous donations, and continued collaboration have played a vital role in making this year another success at TMS. Whether it was volunteering your time, contributing resources, or partnering with us to support your child's growth, your involvement has made a meaningful difference.
Thank you for being such an important part of our school community. We look forward to our continued partnership next year.
Wishing you a joyful and restful summer!
Brandy Grieves
2024-2025 TMS Kindness Awards
We are excited to share and recognize this year’s TMS Kindness Award recipients. We invite students to nominate peers from their grade level for this award. This award celebrates students who consistently demonstrate compassion, thoughtfulness, and respect toward others. Whether it’s offering a helping hand, including others, or simply spreading positivity, we want to honor those who make our school a kinder place. We believe that peer recognition is a powerful way to build a supportive and caring school culture, and we are proud to celebrate the kindness that shines at TMS.
Congrats to this year’s winners:
6th grade: Bailee Bopp, Khloe Trainor, Nolan Barr, Wyatt Gronenthal
7th grade: Jack Rashid, JJ Bloyd, Mikah Barrett, Claire Noltimier
8th grade: Audrey Bernard, Sean Mauck, Penny Linn, Henry Hiltner
TSD Superintendent's Middle School Advisory Committee
Thank you on behalf of TMS!
6: Nora Baldridge
7: Mikah Barrett
8: Blake Slauson
I Matter
The mental well-being of Colorado’s youth is a priority, and speaking to a therapist can be the difference between good mental health and stress, anger, and sadness. I Matter offers free therapy sessions to all Colorado youth.
I Matter makes it easier for Colorado’s youth to get the support they need. It was created in 2021 by the state of Colorado and offers up to six FREE therapy sessions with a licensed therapist. It’s for anyone 18 or younger, or 21 and younger if receiving special education services.With I Matter, you don't need insurance or to prove legal status to join. I Matter provides services in English and Spanish. Best of all, signing up is easy! You can complete the 10-minute online survey at IMatterColorado.org or YoImportoColorado.org and then choose from a list of therapists, decide if your child prefers in-person or online sessions, and review short profiles about each therapist to find the right one.
24-25 ITS Summer Family Letter
Thompson’s Tech4All 1:1 program supports the Strive 2025 Strategic Plan by equipping students with the digital tools they need for their future. By providing access to these resources, we’re creating learning environments that empower students to reach their full potential.
We’re excited to have your child experience a summer filled with learning and growth! To ensure it is smooth and successful, please click on this link for what you need to know about the digital components for summer.
New CDE CMAS Score Results Platform for Families
8th graders: iReady End of Year Testing
Eighth grade students who complete either EOY diagnostic with an overall score in the mid-above placement level will be exempt from taking their iReady in diagnostic in high school.
Math: Overall Scale Score
Grade 8: Score Range 541 - 800
Reading: Overall Scale Score
Grade 8: Score Range 642 - 800
Yearbook
If purchased a yearbook and your student was unable to pick it up on the last day of school, please call our main office to schedule a time for pick up. TMS Main Office 970-613-7400.
Back to School Night
Mark you calendars for our Back to School Night on Tuesday, August 19 from 5:15-6:45 pm. This year we will host this evening a week after school starts to share out curriculum, resources, and grade level information with families. Additional information will be shared over the summer.
TMS PTO
TMS parent teacher organization (PTO) meets at Turner Middle School. Please see TMS Website for additional information.
SAAC
Fall Sports Registration – Opens July 2, 2025
Thank you for your interest in participating in athletics during the upcoming school year! To be eligible for the first day of practice, several important steps must be completed. Please read the checklist below carefully to ensure a smooth registration process. Watch for additional information on how to register.
Registration Checklist
Start Here – Begin your registration process through Big Teams.
Initial All Required Sections – Both the athlete and a parent/guardian must initial each section where indicated in Big Teams.
Upload Physical – A current approved sports physical must be uploaded.
Pay Athletic Fees – Payment is completed through Infinite Campus. Instructions are provided on the website . Payment of the fee is required before the first practice.
Academic Eligibility – Will be verified by the Athletic Director.
Get Cleared Before the Deadline – Clearance is required before the first practice date.
Fall sports:
Cross Country, Swim/Dive, Volleyball
Winter sports:
Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Wrestling
Spring sports:
Golf, Track, Unified Basketball
Preschool for 2025-2026
Are you interested in your child being ready for kindergarten? The Thompson School District's Integrated Early Childhood Program provides quality preschool experiences for three and four year olds at 15 different sites around the Loveland and Berthoud area.
If your child will be 3 or 4 years old by October 1, 2025, your child may be eligible to participate in the Thompson School District's Early Childhood Program. We ask all interested families to complete our Preschool Interest Form available on our preschool website. If you have any questions about our program, please call 970-613-5052.
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Turner Middle School
Mission:
We will provide a safe and inclusive environment and ensure a high level of learning for every student to become engaged citizens and lifelong learners.
Vision:
Cultivate Excellence, Celebrate Diversity, Connect with Community
Principal: Brandy Grieves
Assistant Principal: Adam Kohn
Dean: Lacey Scadden
Secretary: Merri Hocker
Attendance Secretary: Kelly Sandoval
Registrar: Brandii Wilson
School Nurse: Stephanie Roberts
School Health Office Aide: Pam Sargent
Website:https://tms.tsd.org/
Location: 950 Massachusetts Avenue, Berthoud, CO, USA
Phone: 970-613-7400
Email: Info.TMS@tsd.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TurnerMSBerthoud
Twitter: @tmsdragons