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TVMS News
January 26, 2023
Greetings TVMS families,
As we approach the second half of the school year, we wanted to remind you that HCPSS is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment that focuses on student well-being. We are taking this time to uplift the importance of reporting any type of bullying that has occurred. We will be reviewing this with our students and staff as we start the second half of the school year, and hope that you too can uplift this at home.
For children facing the emotional toll of bullying, a supportive individual can make all the difference. Please encourage your children to reach out to a trusted staff member at school should they need to report anything. As parents and guardians, you will use the same reporting form as students by following the steps outlined below.
How do I report bullying?
When you believe bullying has taken place, you should report it through the Bullying, Cyberbullying, Harassment and Intimidation (BCHI) reporting form. Reporting can take place in one of three ways:
Complete a BCHI online reporting form
BCHI paper reporting form (available in the main office, staff workroom, school counseling office, media center, and health services office
An oral report to a staff member
It is important to note that policy states “in the event the reporting party does not complete a BCHI Reporting Form, school administrators/supervisors will take the appropriate steps to address and document the incident.” Therefore, if you or someone else makes an oral report, it then must be documented (i.e. through a BCHI reporting form) by the administrator.
Thank you for your partnership and attention to this important topic.
Important Dates
JANUARY
Wednesday, January 31- Reading MAP testing during ELA classes
FEBRUARY
Thursday, February 1- Reading MAP testing during ELA classes
Taharka Bros. (ice cream) Music Fundraiser
Friday, February 2- Reading MAP testing during ELA classes
Tuesday, February 6- Math MAP testing during Math classes
Wednesday, February 7- Math MAP testing during Math classes
National History Day Fair
Thursday, February 8- Math MAP testing during Math classes
Friday, February 9- Countywide PD day, schools closed for students
TVMS Spelling Bee Winner!
Congratulations to all of our Spelling Bee participants! We are so proud of their effort in studying new words and challenging themselves to high academic rigor. We would also like to congratulate Shivasai K for being our Spelling Bee finalist and Bavishyaa R for being our runner-up. In the event that Shivasai is unable to represent TVMS at the county level, Bavishyaa will have the opportunity to participate.
We are proud of all of our Spelling Bee participants:
6th Grade:
Mujtaba A
Arun A
Omer B
Matthew D
Samantha G-L
Lopez J- G
Michelle I-T
Anderson L-A
Tanshu M
Dara O
Mason O
Joshua H- S
Isabella T
Vicki V
7th Grade:
Praise A
Jonah C
Maira D
Jayden E-B
Shivasai K
Adesoji O
Srilaaysa R
8th Grade:
Trishelle A-A
Phranav A
Zamara G
Jordain J
Laila K
Kamarion M
Bavishyaa R
Parent Information Night for Incoming 6th graders--SNOW DATE Tuesday, January 30th, 6:00 PM
On Tuesday, January 30th at 6:00 PM, TVMS will be hosting a parent information night for students who will be entering TVMS for the 2024-2025 school year. This informational session is an introduction to the TVMS school community and Navigating Middle School. We hope that you are able to join us so we can meet each other and build a positive partnership as you begin planning for your child to join us next school year!
TVMS Evening in the Elkridge Stacks
TVMS Families! Come to the Elkridge Public Library on Thursday, February 15, 2024 from 5pm-6:30pm. There will be performances by the TVMS Band, Pizza, games, activities, free books and prizes.
TVMS Winter Dance--Sneaker Ball, Friday, February 23rd from 6:30 to 8:00 PM
TVMS is breaking out the dance floor for the Sneaker Ball on Friday, February 23rd, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. There will be a DJ and, as part of the ticket cost, each timberwolf will receive one snack, one drink, and a slice of pizza.
Admission to the dance is $5. All proceeds from the dance will go to end of year, PBIS events for students.
Timberwolves are expected to turn in their permission forms before morning announcements in their grade level hallway. Tickets will go on sale February, 12th. Permission forms and money are to be turned in no later than 12:00 pm. on February 21st. Tickets will not be sold at the door.
There will be a cap for the number of tickets available for purchase. As always, students who attend the dance should consistently demonstrate behavior that aligns with the Student Code of Conduct and PBIS framework both in and out of school.
If you are interested in volunteering to chaperone the dance, please complete this Google form as well as having your student turn in a permission slip.
Our first issue of the Timberwolf Times is hot off the presses and ready for you to read! The Journalism students have been working on writing articles and creating illustrations and we are excited for you to read what they have written and created! Check it out here!
HCPSS and The Council of Elders (TCOE) Community Academy - Processes for Parent Empowerment
The next HCPSS and The Council of Elders (TCOE) Community Academy will take place on January 27 from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Parents and families are invited to attend a virtual session regarding parent advocacy topics include: Bullying, Parent Concerns, Special Education, Advanced Placement. Representatives from HCPSS will provide resources. This session is for families of students at the elementary, middle, or high school levels and will be held virtually. To register, please complete the registration form linked here. More information can be found in the TCOE Processes for Parent Empowerment Flyer. If you have any questions, please contact Sheree Tilley at sheree_tilley@hcpss.org.
Important Immunization Requirements for 2024-2025 School Year - 7th Grade Students
Effective the first day of school for the 2024-2025 school year, 1 dose of Tdap vaccine and 1 dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) are required by the state of Maryland for all students entering grade 7. Many students may have already received these immunizations, but the Health Room may not have the updated immunization record. Please contact your student’s doctor and send or fax an updated copy of your student’s immunizations to the Health Room or schedule an appointment to have your student receive these immunizations. Our fax number is 443-973-5510. The Health Department provides immunization opportunities for kids who are not up-to-date on school-required vaccinations. Call the Health Department at 410-313-7500 for more information and to schedule a vaccination appointment for your child.
If you have further questions, please email Cheryl Harris, TVMS School Nurse, at cheryl_harris@hcpss.org.
TVMS PTSA - Next Meeting Tuesday, March 19 (In person and Virtual option) 6:30 PM
Please consider joining the TVMS PTSA. Your membership does not commit you to any work- your membership helps support our activities!
To become a supporting member, please sign up here.
Support our Den Dollar Store! Students earn Den Dollars for following TVMS PRIDE expectations and can turn them in for prizes. Our Den Dollar store is open each week on Wednesday mornings. Please check out our registry on Amazon and considering making a donation to our store!
https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2JPB106SDT0JU
For questions about the PTSA email TVMSPTSA@gmail.com
REPEAT INFORMATION
Cell Phone Expectations
To support this, please refrain from calling or texting your child during school hours. If you need to get a message to them or contact them, please call the Front Office at 410-313-8711
Outside Food Expectations
Thomas Viaduct Middle School
Website: http://www.tvms.hcpss.org
Location: 7000 Banbury Drive, Hanover, MD, USA
Phone: 410-313-8711