Paw Print #28

March 9: Day Light Savings Time Begins

March 11 & 12: State testing 8th grade science (MISA)

March 28: Two hour early dismissal day-End of 3rd MP

April 11: Two hour early dismissal day

April 14-21: Spring Break

All 8th grade students will participate in the state science assessment this week on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 11 & 12. The assessment known as MISA evaluates students' knowledge of the middle school science curriculum. It is extremely important that students arrive on time as the assessment begins promptly at 7:45 and will end by 9:45. Students arriving late to school will be rescheduled into a make up session during the afternoon. The assessment is computer based so students should fully charge their computers but also bring their chargers to school.

Training and emergency exercises are fundamental components of a comprehensive school safety preparedness program. MBMS is planning a lockdown drill on March 13 at approximately 9:15 AM. This type of drill allows us to practice the securing of our facilities in the event of an emergency. At the beginning of the drill, an announcement will be made so students are aware that a drill is being conducted and the steps they are to follow during the drill. The drill will last only a few minutes. Upon the completion of the drill, staff will debrief with students and answer any questions. Additionally, a survey will be sent to staff, students, and parents following the drill. Information collected from surveys after the lockdown drill occurs will be used to better understand the effectiveness and impact of lockdown drills on students, parents, and school staff.

Thank you in advance for your participation.

Attention rising 9th grade students. Click the link for summer courses offered by SMCPS.

SMCPS Summer Courses 2025

SMCPS will host a teacher job fair on March 29, 2025. Please click on the link below if you are interested in a teaching position at any of the SMCPS schools.

Job Fair 2025

Rising 9th grade resource

The program of studies for school year 25-26 has been posted: https://www.smcps.org/offices/curriculum-instruction/program-of-studies

Parents, please browse through it with your student.

ATEx for rising 9th graders

Applications for the Applied Technology Exploration (ATEx) program are open now through March 28! The link to apply is on the FCTC website.

Camp D.A.R.E.

The PTSO members are parents, teachers and students who are dedicated to promoting the education and welfare of our children. We highly encourage everyone to join our PTSO to show their support. As a member you are welcome to attend all meetings & functions; however, your membership does not require you to participate in these functions. The membership fee is $10. If interested in joining, you may email us at mbmspanthersptso@gmail.com!

Make sure you follow us on Facebook (Margaret Brent Middle School PTSO) to stay up to date on fundraisers and other events.

Upcoming Events:

PTSO General Meetings

(all meetings are at 2:45pm in the Media Center)

- Wednesday, May 14

Dances

- 8th Grade (May 16)

Spirit Nights

- Wednesday, 3/12/25 - Mod Pizza, California, MD - All Day

- Wednesday, 4/16/25 - Chipotle, Charlotte Hall, MD - 5-9pm

Ongoing Fundraisers

- Croc Charms/key chains

- MBMS Magnets

Dodgeball Tournament

- Thursday, March 13 at Chopticon High School

- PERMISSION SLIPS attached - DUE BY FRIDAY, 3/7

Only accepting the first 16 teams - must have completed forms and payment

- Sign-up to volunteer at this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E44ADA928A5FEC07-55454359-dodgeball