TMS Connect

We have had our first episode of our TMS News Show! The students did a great job planning and creating this club and providing this to our students!

Tipton students participated in the FFA/4-H Area Crops, Forestry and Entomology Career Development Events in Grant County on November 30.

The crops team members identified crop/weed seeds, identified crop/weed plants, determined plant diseases/damages, took an agronomy quiz, and completed a grain grading exercise. The Junior crops team of Oliver Stewart, Jacob Hartley and Claire Cloud placed 5th in the junior division. Oliver placed 9th individually in the junior division.

The Forestry CDE includes completing a knowledge exam about forestry products, management and ecosystems, as well as identifying trees by leaves, seeds and woods. Eric Grimes earned a spot in the top 20 in the senior division.

In the Entomology CDE, Kyra Ley placed 7th. Contestants take an exam on insect damage, control measures and impact on public health. They also identify insects by order, family and common name.

Crops, Forestry, and Entomology Team members include:

FR - Caroline Rodibaugh, Monroe Stewart, Wyatt Dunn, Claire Cloud, Weston Kellerman

BR - Eric Grimes, Oliver Stewart, Jacob Hartley, Lillian Cloud, Brielle Kellermanm, Darci Dunn, Kyra Ley

Eighteen members of the Tipton Livestock Judging Team participated in the Livestock Judging Contest at the Hoosier Beef Congress in Indianapolis on December 4th. Team members evaluated 6 classes of heifers based on their structure and appearance. The junior team of Claire Cloud, Garrett Larson, Ellie Powell and Emma Powell placed 3rd. Placing 5th were team members Kinsey Nunemacher, Trice Marsh and Macy Nunemacher. The team of Lilly Cloud, Maggie Cline, Dylan Achenbach, and Darci Dunn placed 7th. Individually, Claire Cloud placed 4th, Kinsey Nunemacher placed 12th, Darci Dunn was 18th and Trice Marsh was 20th.

The senior reasons team consisting of Kenzie Larson, Evelyn Harris, Kenzie Plake and Evan Powell placed 6th. Individually, those placing in the top 20 were Kenzie Place, 16th, and Evelyn Harris, 18th. The team would like to thank Phil Ripberger Farms and Parker Farms for hosting team members for onsite practices to prepare for the contest and Friends of Tipton FFA for their continued support! The team is led by Erik Larson and Bryan Cline.

The Tipton Livestock Judging Team members that participated in the Hoosier Beef Congress Judging Contest include:

Photo 1 - (not in order) Lillian Cloud, Darci Dunn, Claire Cloud, Jillian Anderson, Emma Powell, Ellie Powell, Kinsey Nunemacher, Macy Nunemacher, Maggie Cline, Dylan Achenbach, Ada Schulenburg, Katie Wolford, Garrett Larson, Trice Marsh, Evelyn Harris, Kenzie Plake, Kenzie Larson, Evan Powell. Coaches - Erik Larson and Bryan Cline

Photo 2 – The team of Garrett Larson, Emma Powell, Ellie Powell, and Claire Cloud placed third in the junior division. Claire was 4th placed individual.

Cell Phones!!! Every kid wants one and they have some great advantages. They also expose students to things they may not be ready for. AND middle schoolers can be quite quick in figuring out technology. Here is a useful article on child safety with phones and apps.

5 App and Mobile Use Guides for Parents

Winter Break starts on Saturday, 12/18!

Students will return on Monday, 1/3!

Four County is now offering FREE, VIRTUAL Parent Educator Support workshops

every 2nd Thursday of the month from 4:00PM - 5:00PM.

Parenting workshops are not just for young or inexperienced parents; they're for everyone who wants to become a better parent. All parents are welcome to join! Education topics will include:

December 9- Understanding ADHD and learning how to work with these children

January 13- Understanding Trauma and how it impacts children

February 10- Importance of structure and limits: Setting and enforcing rules in the home

March 10- Sleep routines for kids/turning off electronics and how it impacts school

When parents increase their level and quality of interactions with their children, children become better prepared for school and personal success in life. By attending these workshops, parents will be able to stay up-to-date on the newest and most effective parenting techniques & connect with other parents that are experiencing similar situations to form a supportive network.

JOIN WORKSHOPS VIRTUALLY HERE

https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78414752910...

Meeting ID: 784 1475 2910

Passcode: Mentor

If you are in need of assistance with WiFi, we loan HotSpots out to families! Please see the information on the TCSC website for more information and the link for applying for one.

HotSpot Information and Application

12/14 School Board Meeting

12/17 End of 1st Semester

12/18 - 1/2 Winter Break

1/3 First Day of Second Semester

Email: mkikta@tcsc.k12.in.us
Website: www.tcsc.k12.in.us/o/tms
Location: 817 South Main Street, Tipton, IN, USA
Phone: (765) 675-7521
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