The Taylor Road Messenger
September 30, 2024
Taylor Road Middle School
Website: http://www.fultonschools.org/taylorroadms
Location: 5150 Taylor Road, Johns Creek, GA, United States
Phone: (470) 254-7090
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TRMSOfficialPage/?ti=as
X(formerly Twitter): @Proud_Tigers
Instagram: @taylorroadms
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Please Visit the ETC. this week!
LINK to this week's Etc (the TRMS Supplemental Newsletter with information about activities and opportunities for students, including TRMS clubs, Jr. Cougar sports, etc.)
NEW this week: Unified Tigers Fundraiser for Brewable Cafe, Findley Oaks 30th Birthday Celebration - Rescheduled, Jr. Cougars Football Black Out, TRMS Pet Walks, DEA Drug TakeBack Event, One Johns Creek Newsletter
Please submit information for this newsletter by the Thursday before the week in which you want it to appear.
Mark Your Calendar! Upcoming Events
September 30: Soccer Game v. Webb Bridge MS, TRMS Field, 5:30 PM
September 27: PTA Hosts Honor Roll Recognition during 7th and 8th grade lunch
October 1 & 2: 7th Grade MAP Testing - Reading (October 1, October 2)
October 2: Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown
October 5: Pet Walk, 11:00 AM
October 9: Kristin McCabe Community Meeting, Autrey Mill MS, 9:30 AM
October 9: Soccer Game v. Holcomb Bridge MS, TRMS Field, 5:30 PM
October 10: 6th Grade Dance, 4:15 PM
October 11: Yom Kippur begins at sundown
October 11: PBIS Ice Cream Event
October 14 & 15: No School
October 16: Professional Learning Day - No School for Students
October 21 - 25: Red Ribbon Week
October 22: Picture Retakes
October 22: Fall Orchestra Concert (6th/7th Grades), TRMS Gym, 6:30 PM
October 23: PTA Spirit Night
October 24: No Homework Night
October 25: Volleyball Game v. Elkins Pointe MS, TRMS Gym, 5:30 PM
October 28: Orchestra Spooktacular, CHS, 7:00 PM
October 29: PTA Meeting, Room 114, 6:00 PM
October 30: Volleyball Game @ Crabapple MS, 5:30 PM
October 30: Fall Chorus Concert, CHS Auditorium, 7:00 PM
October 31: Diwali
November 1: Volleyball Game v. Northwestern MS, TRMS Gym, 5:30 PM
November 1: Student Forum/Be The Voice Spirit Day: Pajama Day
Shout Outs from Parents & Students
Please use THIS LINK to provide a shout-out to a staff member who deserves a pat on the back!
Joe Muto: He always helps people in my first period. and he is so kind to others
Ms. Kang: New middle school for me. And always have questions. She always answered what we needed to and solved the problems.
Dr. Bayyan: Dr. Bayyan is a very funny teacher. Dr. Bayyan makes us think and makes his class fun!
Celebrating Our Custodians on Custodian Appreciation Day - October 2nd
We’re proud to honor the hardworking custodians who keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming every day.
Their dedication and attention to detail help create the best environment for learning. Thank you for all you do!
Order your School Pictures ! Retakes are on Tuesday, October 22nd.
Join Us for Spirit Night at Chipotle!
Bring your family out to Chipotle on October 23rd from 4-8PM and support our school!
Don't forget to mention you're with TRMS at the register, so that we receive credit! We hope to see you there! 🌮 🎉 #TRMSPride
Save the Date!
Tickets are currently on sale for the Hooray for Hollywood 6th Grade Dance. PTA members will receive a complimentary ticket and $10.00 for non-PTA members. All students attending the dance must have a ticket in order to attend the event. The last day to purchase (non-members) / reserve (PTA members) tickets is October 7, 2024. The PTA will be on site on 9/24, 9/25, 10/1 and 10/2 during the 6th grade lunch to sell tickets. No tickets will be sold at the door. Don't miss out on the biggest 6th grade event of the year.
From the Counseling Department
The Counseling Department wants you all to know that in addition to our unwavering commitment to supporting our students and their families, there are also online resources that are available to help you support your child(ren) during these difficult times.
Feel free to reach out to the Counseling Department anytime you need our support.
MAP Testing for 7th Grade
Our 7th grade students will be participating in MAP testing at the end of the month. We will be running alternative bell schedules during those days.
PTA Gift Card Donation Drive
Calling all parents of Taylor Road Middle School students! Do you want to show your appreciation for the amazing teachers who guide and inspire your children every day? Here's your chance! Starting September 16th, we are hosting a gift card donation drive to benefit the teachers at Taylor Road Middle School. Any gift card, from any store and in any denomination, is welcome! The gift cards will be distributed to teachers throughout the year, so your donation will have a lasting impact. Show your support for our dedicated educators by donating to the gift card drive today! Gift card box can be found in the front office
iReady Access for Families
Jr. Beta Club Food Drive to Benefit Backpacks of Love
A school-wide Canned Food Drive for Backpacks for Love, sponsored by the TRMS Junior Beta Club, will begin on Thursday, September 19 and will run through October 23. Backpacks of Love serves homeless and at-risk children and their families in the Forsyth and North Fulton Counties. They deliver backpacks of food to about twenty different schools, including Taylor Road Middle, and operate entirely on donations and volunteer labor.
Collection boxes have been placed in each Homeroom classroom. The Homeroom in each grade level that collects the most items, will win a cookie cake. Please consider donating the following items to support this amazing organization!
Canned Tuna
Canned Chicken
Canned Vienna Sausage
Canned Fruit
Canned Vegetables
Canned Pasta with Sauce
Canned Beans
Canned Soup
Thank you!
The Image/Link below is for the Holiday candy.
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
According to the CDC, suicide is among the leading causes of death for people ages 10-66 and is the second leading cause of death for young people ages 10-14. Despite being a leading cause of death, suicide it is preventable. During this month, our school will be drawing attention to the problem of suicide and advocating the prevention of this tragedy. We encourage our students and families to participate in Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. School Counselors and School Social Worker will be sharing resources and activities (such as our SOS Signs of Suicide Program) throughout September to bring awareness to suicide prevention. The awareness generated this month has the potential to have an enormous impact on our school community, even the chance to save a life.
Thank you for supporting this initiative and continuing the conversation at home with your students.
TEXT 4 HELP | 24/7 | Safe, Free & Confidential | 1-844-201-9946
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE | Dial 988 www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
SAMHSA NATIONAL HELPLINE 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Please use the following link for more resources- Office of Student Supports / Suicide Prevention and Awareness (fultonschools.org)
Follow Us on Social Media!!
Taylor Road Middle School Facebook Page
On Instagram: @taylorroadms
TRMS Counseling Department
School Counselor Office Hours
- By appointment during the school day
- Afternoon hours 3:45-4:05pm
Graduation Coach and Social Worker Office Hours
- By appointment during the school day
- Afternoon hours 3:45-4:05pm
Counselor Corner
From the TRMS Counselors
Welcome Message from School Counselors:
The counseling PLC team is so excited to welcome in our 2nd month of school. This month will encompass our FCS Signs of Suicide Program presentation for all grade levels. We will continue to offer our New Student Group this month as well as beginning our career interest activity SIEP - Sparking Interest Engineering Pathways- with eligible identified 8th grade students and Ms. Massey and counseling team. We are currently working on Attendance Awareness Week programming with our school social worker, Ms. Sheridan. A classroom guidance program Steps A with some of our 8th graders through Ms. Ferrer's class and our school counseling intern, Ms. Adams.
Our 6th grade small friendship group has started with our Summit Counselor and Ms. Pompey. Ms. Sabula worked on our Taylor Road Care Team Plan in preparedness for major crisis with our families and staff. Ms. Green has begun our 504 meetings and up next is MTSS and working lunch which will begin this month!
Of course, we are there for our students, families, and staff. So, don't hesitate to contact us.
Counseling PLC Team!
Clinic Information & Medication Forms
Any Student Health plan Forms that require Physician and Parent signatures (Diabetes, Allergy, Asthma, etc…..) which are required for this school year(2024-2025) can be found at this link.
Supporting our work --
Academic Excellence Donation 24-25
These generous voluntary donations will be used exclusively to purchase academic programs or supplies to support student learning or to purchase learning opportunities for our Teachers to enhance their ability to educate our students. Please enter any amount that you are comfortable donating. Thank you for supporting Taylor Road Middle School.
TRMS Staff Recognition Donation 24-25
Donation to be used by TRMS specifically for Staff recognition and awards. Any amount you wish to donate will be appreciated. Thank you for your support of our Taylor Road Middle School teachers.
Earn Money For the TRMS PTA as You Shop!
Publix, and Kroger offer community partnership programs that give us an opportunity to earn money for our school with every purchase. These are fantastic fundraising opportunities, and we encourage staff, parents, other family members, and friends to participate.
For more information click here.