Tavares Middle

This week we had two of our teachers participate in the Rock Your School Challenge. Mrs. Sadlemire and Mrs. Smith took on the challenge of creating an educational experience by doing something different for their students to build engagement. Mrs. Sadlemire hosted a Career Carnival and Mrs. Smith integrated Toy Story into her curriculum.

👏 We are thrilled to announce the winners of last week’s attendance competition! A 3-way tie between Mrs. Nicole Johnson, Mrs. Wunsch, and Ms. Scheiderer, all with 100% attendance! 🎉 To celebrate this fantastic achievement, a huge thank you to The Little Bake Shop in Tavares for donating cupcakes to our dedicated students! *We did extend the competition due to the storm.

📚✨ The countdown is on! Just a few days left until the first quarter grading period ends on October 10th! 🗓️ Have you submitted all your assignments? Let’s finish strong together! 💪

🌟 Important Reminder: There will be no school on Friday, October 11th for a teacher work day!

Attention students! Do you love to sing? Do you want to learn how to sing or be better at singing? Then the after-school choir club is for you! No experience is needed and all grades are invited to join! The first meeting will be held after school on Wednesday, October 2 from 3:15 to 5:15 in the TMS Band Room. At that meeting, we will talk about what you can expect by joining chorus in addition to handing out all registration materials. Most importantly, we will be singing on the first day! Come out for a great experience that we know all students at TMS will enjoy. Hope to see you there!

📢 Heads up, 6th Grade Parents! This Monday, Sept 30th, we’ll be conducting health screenings for all 6th grade students. If you prefer to opt out, please write a note and send it with your child.

Thank you to those who have continued to support our school! The students love Star Bucks! Here are a few pictures of our students spending those hard-earned bucks last week. Want to contribute? Check out our Amazon List: https://a.co/hli8AWh -- All items go directly to the students. Students can earn "bucks" by improving academics, behavior, and citizenship. Twice a month, they'll have the chance to spend their well-deserved rewards at our school store during lunch. Here's where you come in: We need your help to stock our store with exciting items for our students! 📚✏️🎨

This FRIDAY, 9/27! 🌟 New FCA Fridays alert! 🌟 Starting Sept 27, kickstart your Fridays with faith and friends! ✨ 📍 Flagpole meetup @ 8AM 🚶‍♀️ Walk together to the cafeteria 💖 Build lasting connections

🎉👏 **Congratulations to our 2024 Employees of the Year!** 👏🎉 We are proud to recognize **Deputy Ryan Mally** as our **School-Related Employee of the Year**, **Heather McLeod** as our **Teacher of the Year**, and **Timothy Dowling** as our **Rookie Teacher of the Year**! Your dedication, hard work, and passion for education have made a lasting impact on our students and school community. Thank you for all you do, and here's to another incredible year ahead!

🎉 Yearbooks are on sale for just $35! 📸 Don't miss out – prices go up after Winter Break! Plus, 8th graders can get ads starting at $15! Check it out! https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/order/Lookupjob?jobNumber=15304825

One week until this club starts! Game On! is a club for students who enjoy playing classic board/card games & learning new games. Start your day with friendly competition & learn new strategies to win! Permission slips must be signed before students can attend any club! Students can get a permission slip during their lunch, or you can email Mrs. Lewis for a digital copy. Game On! permission slips should be turned in to the main office or guidance office.

A huge thank you to Michael Willis from the Lake County Fire Department for coming to speak with our 8th grade AVID students on Friday! 🎉 Michael shared invaluable insights into public safety careers and the opportunities available through dual enrollment programs. Our students were beyond engaged and left feeling inspired about their future possibilities! Thank you for making such a positive impact on our school community! #FutureLeaders #PublicSafety #AVID

September Newsletter

Our AVID Club is excited to announce that we’re hosting a donation drive for Hoffmeyer Animal Rescue! 🐶🐱 We’re collecting essential items to help these amazing cats while they wait for their forever homes. If you’d like to contribute, please bring your donations to school by October 1, 2024. Here’s a list of items we're collecting: Cat Food (unopened-dry and wet) Blankets and towels Toys and treats Cleaning supplies Let’s come together to make a difference for our furry friends! ❤️ For more information, feel free to contact Rachel Sadlemire, AVID. Thank you for your generosity! #TavaresMiddle #AVIDClub #SupportHoffmeyer #AnimalRescue #CommunityLove

🎒 September is Attendance Awareness Month! 📅 Did you know that addressing chronic absence is crucial for improving graduation rates and academic achievement? It's true! By ensuring our students are #AtSchoolEveryDay, we're giving them the best chance at success in their adult lives. Join our Attendance Awareness Campaign the week of September 23rd. Together, we can create a brighter future for our students!

"✨ Take a peek inside the classroom! ✨ This Friday, Mrs. Cassidy transformed the classroom into a glow-themed learning space to boost engagement and excitement. Students lit up the room with their incredible math skills, proving that learning can be both fun and bright!

🌟 New FCA Fridays alert! 🌟 Starting Sept 27, kickstart your Fridays with faith and friends! ✨ 📍 Flagpole meetup @ 8AM 🚶‍♀️ Walk together to the cafeteria 💖 Build lasting connections

Game On! is a club for students who enjoy playing classic board/card games & learning new games. Start your day with friendly competition & learn new strategies to win! Permission slips must be signed before students can attend any club! Students can get a permission slip during their lunch, or you can email Mrs. Lewis for a digital copy. Game On! permission slips should be turned into the main office or guidance office.

🎉 Exciting news, parents! In just over a week, we're hosting our Open House and Annual Title I Information Meeting. Here's what you need to know: 📅 Date: Tuesday, September 10th 🕔 5:00 PM - Title I Meeting in the cafeteria 🏫 5:30-7:00 PM - Open House During Open House, you'll follow your child's daily schedule, moving from classroom to classroom. Don't forget to bring your child and/or a copy of their schedule! We can't wait to see you all and share the amazing things happening at our school.

"On Wednesday, we proudly celebrated our Lake County School Resource Officers! This summer, they were honored as the SRD Unit of the Year for the state of Florida. 🎉 Our AVID students collected donations for care packages, our culinary class made special treats for the K-9 officers, NJHS decorated and provided delicious snacks. Our band played as students, cheerleaders, and teachers welcomed LCSO. Thank you for your dedication and service! 👮‍♂️🐾🎶 #LCSONation #SchoolSafety #CommunityStrong"