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Saturday 6/1/2024 Newsletter
Hello, Madrona Families.
Although only nine school days are left for the 2023-24 School Year, our teachers' instruction continues to be meaningful and relevant to ensure a solid finish to your student's school year! Every class period, lesson, and learning activity develops your student toward a successful future—ensure your student continues to attend school every day and on time to take full advantage.
We have good news! Madrona Wildcat Summer Enrichment returns Monday, August 12, to Thursday, August 15, for students entering 6th through 8th graders for the 2024-25 School Year. Students immensely enjoyed sessions last year. Look out for a separate email this week with sign-up information.
Last Day of School Bell Schedule
The Bell schedule for the last day school, Thursday, June 13, 2024, has been adjusted for all TUSD middle schools.
- Early out for 6th and 7th-graders is 12:40 pm with the 8:40 am start time (see the bell schedule below).
- 8th-grade students dismissal at 11:00 am with a 3:00 pm reporting time at Zamperini Field for Promotion (see 8th-grade events info page)
PowerSchool Glitch - Last week, truancy notices were sent home for the week of May 13 - May 21. As of this afternoon - they have all been corrected! We apologize for any inconvenience.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Sue Key, Ed.D., Proud Principal
Madrona Middle School
Be sure to scroll through and open the Smore link to view all of our weekly updates, ensuring you stay informed about the latest happenings at Madrona Middle School.
Incoming Students Visited Madrona this Week!
Madrona Music Concert!
8th-grade Study Trip to Museum of Tolerance
Madrona Library End-of-the-Year Reminders!
Wildcats! Our Librarian Ms. Osejo asks that you prepare for end of the school year by being mindful of book and Chromebook turn-in guidelines and due dates.
8th-graders must turn in all books, Chromebooks, and textbooks before June 5.
SHOUT OUTS
- Lorenzo R for returning lots of extra sports equipment after the Lunch Bell, Thank you! ~ Ms. Julie
- Dear Madrona Music Ensembles, BRAVISSIMO TUTTI on an amazing Night of Broadway performance. You have made me so proud! You have worked so hard learning how to interpret the language of music and work as ensembles. You have learned hard work and perseverance pays off. ~ Mrs. S.
- Thank you to the faculty and staff volunteers of Too Hot to Handle, the Pit Band for Encore! Mr. Chun, Guitar; Mr. Freitas, Bass; Mr. Khan, Drums; Ms. Janet, Piano. You made us sound so great! ~ The Members of Encore! ~ Mrs. S
- Congratulations to our Smash Bro eSport team: Tyler Homma, Kei Nakanishi, and Yakob Miller on their win against Calle in our final match for the season. Great job for placing third in the league! Awesome job, guys! ~ Mrs. Ton
- To all of my students a HUGE Thank you for working with myself and Ms. Lopez when I was helping with test make ups. ~ Mrs. Bloomfield
- To Sofia Galindo for an excellent musical performance during the assembly. Bravo! ~Mr. H.
- Miskimen’s Fastest Mile Time Quarter #4. Great job!!!!
#1 Dominic Tran (6:35)
#2 Connor Custodio (6:40)
#3 Tenjiro Yano (6:50)
#4 Abby McCulloch (6:51)
#5 Isoroku Margraf (6:53)
#6 Ben Seo (6:58)
#7 Ryudo Uno (7:07)
#8 Derrick Campo (7:09)
#9 Ayuto Tsukahara (7:27)
#10 Luke Miyazato (7:28)
#10 Logan Joo (7:28) - Thank you to Marshawn B who helped escort students to our make-up testing rooms this week.-Mr. Stuckey
- To our Culture & Climate Student Advisory Group - Looking forward to continued conversations about how we can make our school an even better space to be a Madrona Wildcat ~Dr. Key
- Bravo to Madrona Musicians for wonderful performances on Friday! The musical themed costumes showed your Wildcat spirit and they were absolutely fantastic! ~Dr. Key
- To Madrona Leadership Students - Thank you for your leadership and being a shining example of what it means to be a Madrona Wildcat. Excellent job welcoming our incoming 6th-graders! ~Dr. Key
Important Dates
June 2024
- 6/5 - 8th-grade Textbooks, Books and Chromebooks must be turned in to the Library
- 6/7 - 8th-grade Dance (see 8th-grade schedule)
- 6/10 - 8th-grade Locker Clean-Out (Tutorial Period)
- 6/11 - 6th-grade Locker Clean-Out (Period 5); 7th-grade Locker Clean-Out (Period 6)
- 6/12 - 8th-grade Picnic w/Promotion Practice @Madrona (Period 3 & 4) - see schedule
- 6/13 - Last Day of School - 8th grade out at 11:00 am; 6th & 7th grade out at 12:40 pm
- 6/13 - 8th-grade Promo Practice Period 1-4 @Madrona
- 6/13 - 8th-grade Promotion - 3:30 pm @Zamperini Field/Torrance High School, 8th-graders must arrive before 3:00 pm
The First Day of the 2024-25 School Year - Thursday, August 22!
Rising 7th-Grade Family Reminders from the Health Office!
The Madrona Health Office has sent reminders to all rising 7th grade parents regarding immunization requirements for the 2024-25 school year. It is important to send the health office your child's updated vaccination record now so there will be no issues with school entry or schedule delays in the Fall. Any questions, please email madronahealthoffice@tusd.org.
8th-Grade (THS Rising 9th-Grade) Student Information
8th-grade End-Of-The Year Activities
Important Save-The-Date Info for 8th-grade Families!
Here is a list of our 8th-grade students' End-Of-The-Year Activities.
Please keep in mind that although the majority of dates and times are set, dates and times are subject to change as needed.
Not Returning Next School Year? We Need Your Help!
- If you have not already done so, please send an email to madronainfo@tusd.org if your student will NOT be attending Madrona Middle School or Torrance High School next school year. Please be sure to include the name of your student, school/city/state where your student will be attending.
- This is necessary in order to make sure records are forwarded to the correct school and to help with class schedules.
- Your 8th Grader will not be attending Torrance High School in the Fall/August 2024
- Your 6th/7th Grader will not be returning to Madrona Middle School in the Fall/August 2024
Madrona PTSA News
Volunteer Needed for the 8th-Grade Picnic & Dance
Would you like to volunteer for your 8th-grade student's upcoming picnic and dance? Please see the flier for more information and the sign-up link.
Our Madrona PTSA has excellent ideas for next year - fantastic events and fundraising initiatives are anticipated for 2024-25!
8th Grade Activities - 85% to our goal!
We have raised $4680 of our $5500 goal so far. Although the original deadline has passed, the direct donation link will remain active so you have not missed out if you have not had a chance to contribute yet!
Your donation will help fund:
8th Grade Dance at Ken Miller Auditorium - June 7th
8th Grade Picnic - June 12th
8th Grade Promotion - June 13th
Expenses include the dance venue, food & drinks, decorations, games, photo booth, music and more!
Madrona PTSA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and your donation may be tax deductible. Suggested donation amount: $25
Thank you in advance for your generosity!
TUSD & Community Resources
Keep Going This Summer with the Metro Go Pass!
Join thousands of students and ride one of our many transit systems to visit parks, beaches, concerts, sports games, and more this summer.
Your current card is still good through June 30. Activate your card with your original code at: taptogo.net/gopass.
Thanks to our School Board, we are extending the program another year!
Looking for Summer Options for your students?
Our District’s PeachJar e-Flyer service is FULL of summer classes, camps, and activities.
View them all here: https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/all/districts/5876 or filter by your grade or school. Our Torrance Education Foundation is offering an annual Summer School at several of our schools as well.
SUPPORT US ALL YEAR LONG!
Sign up for Ralphs Community Contribution Program ad NO added cost to you. Use Madrona's Organization ID UF902. Click here The program requires registration each September to stay active!
Contact Us!
General Email: madronainfo@tusd.org
School Website: https://www.tusd.org/schools/madrona
Address: 21364 Madrona Avenue, Torrance, CA, USA
Main Phone #: (310)533-4562
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