The Paw Print

MBMS has a dedicated group of teachers who work hard for the students of our community. As we all are aware, this year has been a challenge for everyone especially our children. The MBMS teachers have worked tirelessly throughout the year to reach students both in the classroom as well as those who attend virtually. The teachers continue to find new ways to engage students and connect with their students through positive relationships.

This week, May 3-May 7, is Teacher Appreciation Week and our theme is "Can't Mask Awesomeness". Please join me in recognizing the incredible work our teachers are doing every day. To all Margaret Brent Middle School teachers and staff, thank you so very much for all you do!

The school expectations for earphones and phones have not changed. Phones should always be turned off during the school day and Airpods/earphones put away as well throughout the entire school day. We have found that many students are "hiding" the Airpods with their hats, hoodies, and hair and, as a result, not engaging in their classes. This is such a difficult year and it is so very important that students are focused in class without further distractions while the teachers try to get students caught up. I respectfully ask that parents/guardians speak with their child(ren) and support this expectation.

For the remainder of the year, all 8th graders attending classes at Margaret Brent Middle School will participate in the State-mandated vision and hearing screenings.

All COVID-19 prevention strategies will be followed, including social distancing, mask-wearing, and hand sanitizing.

Please remind your child to wear their glasses or contacts to school as prescribed each and every day.

We do have access to vision assistance services if certain qualifications are met (see VSP link below). Contact the school nurses if interested in a certificate. This is available to all MBMS students, Virtual or Hybrid.

VSP Offers Gift Certificates for Eye Care and Eyeglasses (vspglobal.com)

Something exciting is coming our way! MBMS is holding a virtual talent show for students and staff! Virtual submissions are due by midnight tonight, Sunday, May 2nd. A live airing of the recorded talent show will be on May 14th.

Ms. Barger has put together another resource that will answer your questions about high school transition. Check it out by clicking on the link below.

Ms. Barger's Virtual Office

Chopticon Air Force Junior ROCTC Opportunity

For those students interested in the AFJROTC at CHS, please read the following letter from

Lt Colonel P.L. Harvey USAF (Ret), Senior Aerospace Science Instructor.

The SMHD has recently opened its new center behind MBMS. The center is open for individuals needing Covid testing. See details below for hours of operation and eligibility.

Opened: 8:00 AM -3:00 PM Monday - Thursday for SMCPS staff & Students ONLY

Opened: 3:00 PM -6:00 PM Monday - Thursday for any community members

Friday hours are 8-2pm (SMCPS staff and students only)

There is no charge and pre-registration is encouraged but not required. Below is the link to pre-register:

MAKO_Pre-Registration_Margaret_Brent_Middle-MD.pdf (smchd.org)

Health Center at MBMS Location:

Enter the school parking lot and following the road around the back of the building. The Health Center is located in the white/gray trailer behind the school. There are three parking spaces in front of the trailer. The instructions and phone number are listed on signs in front of the parking spaces. Visitors should remain in their vehicle and a health department staff member will come to the vehicle to assist.

The following link will provide you with specific state wide and regional data.

A chart is also provided for your reference that reflects the number of identified COVID-19 positive cases in SMCPS by school by week.

Covid Data

The Paw Print is emailed to parents/guardians weekly (Sunday afternoons for the upcoming week). Past Paw Prints can be found on the MBMS school website for your convenience.

MBMS Website (Paw Print-Messages from the Principal)