ALSO IN THIS ISSUE
- MMS Administration Team
- *Back to School Family Meeting - Action Required
- 2024-25 School Supply List
- Student Schedules
- *Annual Update - Action Required
- Picture Day
- Photo Use Authorization
- Fall Calendar
- Attendance Procedure
- Technology and Chromebooks
- Student Drop-off Information
- *Hoglund Transportation - Action Required
- Nutrition Services
- 7th Grade Immunization Reminder
- MS Fall Sports & Activities Update
- Parent Involvement Update
In lieu of an open house, we are continuing with the format we used last fall. We are asking families to sign up for a meeting with their child’s M&M advisor. These scheduled meetings take place in your child's M&M advisor’s classroom. The meeting will be 1 hour for 6th grade families, 30 minutes for 7th & 8th grade families. Families need to sign up for a meeting time. If these times do not work for families, please contact your child’s M&M advisor to set an alternative time slot.
The following topics will be covered:
Welcome!
What to expect for the fall at MMS.
Confirm class schedule
Locker assignment
Drop off school supplies - Supply List
Grade level specific topics- curriculum and calendar
Chromebook and ChromeCare protection: Link
Infinite Campus - parent portal access
Student picture in the auditorium
School lunch program information
Update registration info/health office contact info
Sign up for Fall Conferences
Our school portraits will be provided by Jostens Pix during back-to-school day on August 29.
📌*All students should have their photos taken to get a student ID.
Picture Retakes
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
*Reminder: Do not wear green
Photo Use Authorization
If you DO NOT WANT your child's photo/video/podcast used, please contact Cassie at
ALL FAMILIES NEED TO UPDATE/CONFIRM CONTACT & STUDENT INFORMATION
- Log in to Infinite Campus and navigate to online registration and select existing student registration.
- Please complete this process as soon as possible to update your contact information and any needed student information.
- Even if you do not have updates, it is important to complete the process and verify your information.
- This is for all families, and not just new families.
Families should also note that there was a change in our Potassium Iodide (KI) Distribution Policy last year, as it is now an opt-out policy. Families will be required to review this information when completing the process above.
Taking care of this ASAP helps our buildings and district by making sure we have the latest and best information available for helping all families.
IMPORTANT FALL DATES
AUGUST
21 - Back to School Bash 4 - 7 pm
29 - Family Back to School Appointments 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
SEPTEMBER
4 - First Day of School
9 - Parent Involvement Meeting 6 - 7 pm
9-13 Homecoming Week
13 - Homecoming Game
FALL CONFERENCE DATES
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
If your student will be late or absent, families can notify the school in two ways:
online attendance (through Parent/Guardian Portal)
call the Attendance Line at 763-272-2110.
If your student needs to leave early, families can notify the school in three ways:
online attendance (through Parent/Guardian Portal)
call the attendance line
send a note with your student to the Student Center
Prior notice (minimum of one hour) expedites the process, avoids interruptions into classrooms to have students dismissed, and eliminates difficulty reaching students during phy-ed, music, lunch, and special events.
Homework Request: If your student is gone two or more consecutive days, you may also use the online attendance (comment section) or attendance line to request homework.
Please use the designated drop-off stations on Washington Street and at the east end of the building when dropping your child off in the morning. Please stay out of our bus loading area in front of the building. Those using the east drop-off will need to enter the parking lot off Broadway (by the School Sign).
📌Keeping the loading zone safe is our priority.
ACTION REQUIRED BY 8/18!
ALL Families need to review their transportation plans for the coming school year.
Bus routes and schedules will be available for families to view on August 21 on the Parent/Guardian Portal. ALL BUS ROUTES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Families are encouraged to check the Parent Portal a few days prior to the first day of school to confirm time and location of their student's bus stop.
Families can make changes regarding address, phone number, and daycare status through August 18 - after this date, the transportation portal will be closed until September 8.
STUDENT MEAL INFORMATION
Check out this year's Back to School flyer to get more information.
Student Nutrition Back to School Bulletin
INCOMING 7TH GRADERS
Dear Parents/Guardians of Incoming 7th graders,
Upon entry into 7th grade, the following immunizations are required by MN law:
-An adult dose of Tetanus/Diptheria/Pertussis (TdaP) after age 11
-Meningococcal
If your child has already had these immunizations, they do not need to repeat them. If you wish to declare a non-medical exemption or conscientious objection (CO) or a medical exemption (ME), the link to print the student immunization form can be found below (this form must be notarized)
https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/immunize/basics/imzform.pdf
To find your child’s most up-to-date immunization records please go to the following link: https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/immunize/miic/records.html#docket
Please schedule an appointment with your child’s doctor if they are in need of immunizations. If your child is planning on playing a school sport in 7th grade, they will also need a sports physical. Please either send the updated immunization record with your child to school or have the clinic fax us your child’s immunization record to (763) 272-2109 once your child receives these immunizations. Please call the health office at 763-272-2120/2121 for any questions or concerns. Your assistance with this process is greatly appreciated!
We appreciate your assistance with this process.
Kelly Barrow, RN, PHN, LSN
School Nurse
PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
This group has been operating for over 25 years. These monthly parent-run meetings are an excellent opportunity to hear about programming and upcoming events at the middle school and provide feedback to school and district leaders. These are structured meetings with regular agenda items.
📌Please consider attending and being part of this group.
PI MEETING AGENDAS
School Board Update: Our school board rep this year is Melissa Curtis. Policy updates and School board topics are presented.
Principal Update: Mr. Scherber will give an update on monthly events as well as cover specific school board policies and procedures.
Volunteer Opportunities: Opportunities for parents to get involved are also discussed. Seasonal events like Homecoming: Spirit week, Stand-up Week, Staff Appreciation, 8th Grade Awards Night, and 8th Grade BBQ are just some of the opportunities.
Treasurer Report: This group has a budget. Funds are generated through small fundraising activities.
September Meeting: Our first meeting of the 2024-25 school year is Monday, September 9th at 6 pm in the Middle School Front Office Conference room. Mr. Scherber will share an update on the start of the school year. Parents can provide feedback as well.
Other topics discussed:
A brief outline of our STAR leadership program
2024-25 Student handbook
Social media support for families
Meeting dates and upcoming events
