Happy New Year to our MMS community! As we begin this new year, we want to carry forward the values we have focused on already this year- responsibility, fairness, compassion, as well as adding our January Core Value- honesty.
Honesty is a moral virtue that involves being truthful, straightforward, and trustworthy. It also means having integrity, being loyal, fair, sincere, and showing respect for others. This month our SEL Advisory activities will feature the idea that honesty facilitates peace and happiness in the individuals who practice it.
As with every month, January is a busy one for our MMS students. Check out some of what is going on with our Hawk students
Jan. 14th: Winter Chorus Concert 7PM
Jan. 15th: SNOW DATE- Winter Chorus Concert 7PM
Jan. 20th: MLK Jr. Day - No School
Jan. 24th: 2nd Quarter Ends
Jan. 27th: New Schedules for students
Jan. 31st: Root Beer Floats at lunch
Jan. 31st: Hawk Pride Assembly at 1:20
Jan. 31st: York County Junior High School Music Festival @ York High School 1-7PM
8th grade Spanish students had a lively and immersive cultural experience as they came together to prepare *cocado*, a traditional Venezuelan holiday drink. Guided by their teacher, they learned about the drink's cultural significance as a festive staple often enjoyed during Christmas and family gatherings. The room filled with the rich aroma of coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon, and vanilla as the students measured and mixed the ingredients. Some added a splash of nutmeg, cinnamon or cinnamon sticks or experimented with variations to make the recipe their own. The activity not only honed their culinary skills but also deepened their understanding of Venezuelan culture, fostering a sense of community and connection to the Spanish-speaking world. Tasting the creamy, spiced drink they had made together was the perfect way to celebrate their learning and the spirit of the holidays.
Debate Team Victory!
The MMS Debate Team traveled to Falmouth yesterday to compete against teams from Falmouth, Kennebunk, and Cape Elizabeth. Calvin and Cole Sheehan-Kopp showed major improvement from round one to round two, and worked together beautifully. Turan Manouchehri and Dayna Krummel earned Marshwood’s first ever debate victories, winning both their affirmative and negative arguments. Congratulations! The Debate Team is always looking for new members and we have a new proposal for our January competition. Our next meeting is Thursday, January 2. If you want to join the Debate Team, see Mr. Rowe for any details.
Auditions for the Winter Musical Rock of Ages: Youth Edition will be Monday, December 16th after school until 5:00pm. Please find audition sign-ups, and other info outside of the chorus room. If you have any questions, please email MMS Theatre Director nicholas.tavares@rsu35.org
The countdown to Winter Break has begun!
Last week we kicked off with Grinch day and Flannel Friday. There is still so much fun to be had-
The Sixth Grade Students are Giving Back!
The sixth grade has partnered with the Table of Plenty to collect items for Toiletry Baskets. Each Advisory has taken one item to collect for families in need. If your family is able, we hope that you can contribute an item. Ask a sixth grade student or teacher for more information
Collecting from
November 25 - December 13
Mrs. Caverly's Advisory- little conditioners
Mrs. Lawson's Advisory- little shampoos
Mr. Wynne's Advisory- liquid soap
Mrs. Walker's Advisory- bar soap
Ms. Bouchard's Advisory- deodorant
Mr. Barron's Advisory- disposable razors
Mr. Carson's Advisory-shaving cream
Mrs. Butler's Advisory- toothpaste
Mrs. Schoff's Advisory- single toothbrushes
Mrs. Gilpatrick's Advisory- chapstick
Mrs.Travers Advisory- hand cream
Mrs. LaPointe's Advisory- individually wrapped toilet paper
We have some exciting news to share. Our school came together in such an incredible way for the food drive, and we didn’t just meet our goal of 1,000 items—we CRUSHED it! Marshwood Middle School collected an amazing 1,169 items!
This achievement is a true testament to the generosity, teamwork, and school spirit of our community. Thank you to everyone who contributed and helped make a difference.
And remember, WHO CAN? MARSHWOOD MIDDL SCHOOL CAN!
The MMS Student Council is excited to announce our annual Food Drive to support the Kittery Footprints Food Pantry! From Wednesday, Nov. 6th through Nov. 21st, we're collecting non-perishable food items to help families in need.
Families can drop off donations in the lobby during Parent-Teacher Conferences!
Let’s make a difference together—every can and box counts! Thank you for your support!
November 6, 2024 7:00pm
Maine School Administrative District No. 35 Board of Directors – Regular Meeting Agenda
Marshwood High School Career/Learning Center https://www.rsu35.org/page/board-meeting-stream-information
For Complete Agenda go to: https://5il.co/30hon
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 7:00pm
5:30pm Wellness/SEL Committee
6:00-6:45pm Rollinsford Board Workshop
7:00pm Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance
Scheduled Audience to the Public Opportunity for Public Comment on Items Not on the Agenda
Marshwood District
Important Dates in November
November 5 No School Election Day
November 11 No School Veteran;s Day
November 27-29 No School Thanksgiving
Break
One of our goals at Marshwood Middle School is to make sure every student is seen, heard and valued. This month we are honoring Bullying Prevention. At MMS, it is everyone’s responsibility to protect all people from the long-lasting effects of bullying. By encouraging awareness, support, and empathy within our school, we can work together to create a safer and more inclusive environment for all, ultimately putting an end to bullying’s harmful impact. Our school counselors, Ms. Camp and Ms. Ring provide teachers and students with resources to support bully prevention. We have an information bulletin board in our lobby and we have worked on bully prevention lessons through our Advisory time.
In addition to our work on bully prevention this month, students celebrated kindness through the work we are doing with the BARR program. In Social Studies classes our young citizens were asked to think about paying it forward with acts of kindness. Ask your MMS student about the acts of kindness they have done lately!
A Message from Superintendent Caverly
For a PDF Copy go to
https://5il.co/2yrn6
10.11.24
Marshwood Transportation Update
Due to circumstances beyond our control, we are consolidating Bus 14 to Buses 17 and 25 until at least the end of this week. Bus 25’s elementary route will not be affected.
Please be patient as we do our best to navigate this. Please be out at least 10 minutes earlier than your child's normal stop time.
Thank You,
Dylan Hanley
Director, Transportation
Marshwood Middle School wants your help! We are looking for MMS parents to help with our Veteran's Day luncheon
RSVP to kris.bisson@rsu35.org
Join the Google Meet: meet.google.com/fhi-spgc-dii
Marshwood Middle School wants our students to get involved! We have so many exciting opportunities for our students to take part in afterschool. Check out some of our offerings here-https://www.rsu35.org/o/mms/page/intramurals-and-clubs
Some of the after school happenings this Fall: Debate Club, PE Games, Gardening Club, Robotics, Soup Kitchen, NJHS, Civil Rights Team, MMS Yearbook and more. See the link above for more information.
Have you heard about our new lunch spot? The Hawk's Nest Cafe! For demonstrating one or more of our MMS Core Values, students are chosen to enjoy lunch with friends for the week.
Attendance Matters
Our Art Room needs your help!
What an incredible first day of school! From breakfast and arrival this morning to seeing all the students enjoying the beautiful weather at recess, the first day of school truly brings a renewed sense of energy and belonging in our building.
We are definitely off and running with our school year- Fall Sports start tomorrow, Thursday is Open House for 7th and 8th grade families, Friday is our first full school assembly, and maybe most exciting of all Friday evening Student Council is hosting a family movie night beginning at 6:30.
We hope to see you at MMS this Fall!
