Open House
Come join us at Open House to learn more about our curriculum and the exciting lessons planned for your child(ren).
Open House Dates/Times:
- Monday, 8/12 - Middle School Open House from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, 8/13 - Kindergarten - 2nd Open House from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, 8/14 - 3rd - 5th Open House from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
__________________________________________________________________
Boo Hoo Woo Hoo Breakfast
Some of us are crying, teary eyed and blue. Some of us are cheering "we're glad the summer's through!" Whatever the mood you're feeling - stop by the cafeteria and stay a while on Monday, August 12 from 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. We'll be here to greet you with coffee and a smile. We hope you can join us for breakfast to celebrate you!
__________________________________________________________________
Welcome New Teachers and Staff
MTC would like to extend a warm welcome to our new faculty and staff members.
- Ms. Samantha Rodriguez - Ms. Rodriguez will be assisting Cierra Holt in MTC Aftercare. She comes to us with a wealth of child care experience.
- Mrs. Katie McKenzie – Some of you may already know Mrs. McKenzie as a mom at our school; however, she is also a veteran primary teacher of 11 years with Pasco County Schools. Mrs. McKenzie will be Mrs. Monsour's full-time assistant.
- Mr. Brian Bistreich – Mr. Bistreich is our new full time PE/Athletic Director. He comes to us from North Carolina with several years of experience as a P.E teacher and is eager to begin working with Mrs. Swenson.
- Mrs. Christina Badman – Mrs. Badman is the new Coordinator of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment for the Diocese of St. Petersburg. To date Mrs. Badman will be with us part-time until November. She brings with her 25 years of teaching experience and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on technology.
- Mrs. Miesje Flach – Wow! Mrs. Flach sure had a short retirement. We are thrilled to welcome her back. Mrs. Flach will be joining us one day a week to teach 5th Grade Technology and middle school coding. Welcome back Mrs. Flach!
__________________________________________________________________
Curriculum Updates
Wheel Classes
Our research-based curriculum is reviewed on an ongoing basis to ensure that each child is inspired, challenged and prepared for life in the 2zt century. Children in grades 1-8 will be participating in a rotating wheel schedule. Wheel schedules allow for students to take part in several different academic and artistic disciplines.
Grades 5-8 Math Placement
To accommodate the needs of our students, we will be offering two different math courses for students in grades 5-8. Thoughtful consideration is exercised by the teachers and administration to ensure that each student is placed at the level where he/she will be appropriately challenged and able to achieve independent success.
Data used to determine math course placement includes TerraNova, IA and STAR math scores along with report card grades and teacher recommendations. Students in regular math who demonstrate outstanding performance and earning a grade of 97% or higher at the end of the first trimester will be permitted to move up to the honors track.
__________________________________________________________________
Lunch Program
Students are permitted to bring lunch to school. As an alternative, we are excited to offer Three Brothers Restaurant at our school! We would like to thank Three Brothers for attending our Teacher Meet & Greet. Their food samples were delicious! Their website is now ready to take lunch orders. During the first week of school, you can order and pay for lunch one day at a time. In about a week, you will be able to order lunches for multiple days in one transaction. For any other questions, comments, or concerns please feel free to email Ms. Alex Warner at
awarner@mtctampa.org
__________________________________________________________________
2019-2020 Home & School Association (HSA) Executive Board
A big shout out to thank Mrs. Lutes, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Gambhir, Mrs. Broadbent and Mrs. DeDomenico for offering to serve on our 2019-2020 HSA Executive Board. Because they were the only candidates who volunteered for their respective positions, there is not a need for a vote at Open House. Information about the HSA, including financials, meeting minutes and a parent input form can be found on the Parents section of our website. The first Open HSA Meeting will be held Wednesday, August 21 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm.
President – Mrs. Paula Lutes
Vice President – Mrs. Cathi Johnson
Treasurer – Mrs. Gloria Gambhir
Corresponding Secretary – Mrs. Patty Broadbent
Recording Secretary – Mrs. Shannon DeDomenico
_________________________________________________________________
Athletics for Grades 5-8
Parents/Guardians of students in grades 5-8 who would like their child to participate in any MTC after school sports this school year, must complete two forms prior to tryouts. These two forms are the Diocesan Athletic Form and the Participation Health Screening Form (physician signature required). The Diocesan Athletic Form can be completed online, but the Participation Health Screening Form must be completed by your physician and hard copy submitted to the school. You can scan the completed Participation Health Screening Form and email to Coach Bistreich or you can drop off the completed form to the front office.
Click Here for Participation Health Screening Form (physician signature required)
Upcoming Sports Information
- Co-ed Soccer:
- Tryouts for grades 5-8
- Thursday, 8/15 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
- Friday, 8/16 from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
- Parent pick up will be at the playground gate at 5:00 p.m.
- Girls Volleyball:
- Tryouts for JV (grades 5 & 6) and Varsity (grades 7 & 8)
- Thursday 8/15 from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
- Friday 8/16 from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
- Parent pick up will be at the gym at 5:00 p.m. For security/safe environment reasons, the gym doors will be locked until 5:00 p.m.
Please keep in mind, students cannot participate in after school sports, including tryouts, without all these forms completed and returned.
Go Crusaders!!
__________________________________________________________________
Extended School Care
Before School Care
Before school care is offered free of charge from 7:00 to 7:30 a.m. Parents should drop their child off at the front gate and a staff member will escort or direct them to the cafeteria. Registration is not necessary. Before school care will begin Monday, August 12th.
After School Care
The goal of our after school program is to provide your child with a safe, secure, caring and educationally sound environment. After school care will begin Monday, August 12th from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Questions or concerns about aftercare? Please contact
Cierra Holt
__________________________________________________________________
National Junior Honor Society
Service Project
Please support the MTC chapter of the National Junior Honors Society in their donation drive to support Loft 181. Loft 181 is a boutique clothing store, where teenage girls in foster care shop for new and gently used clothing. We will be collecting new and gently used clothing in current styles as well as gift cards. Donations will be accepted during the first week of school (August 12-16).
__________________________________________________________________
MTC Annual Golf Tournament
Carrollwood Country Club
Friday, October 11th
Join us for our annual Golf Tournament! We will have guest speakers, raffles, a silent auction, player prizes and an awards ceremony. Specific details to follow. Save the date!
_________________________________________________________________
School Calendar
Our school uses Google calendar on our website to inform you of important dates and events.To add our calendar to your Google account, please click on the blue + symbol located on the bottom of the calendar page. A message will appear asking if you want to add our calendar. Click yes.
__________________________________________________________________
Supply Lists
__________________________________________________________________
School Website
