Maitland Middle School, where we are soaring to new heights! |
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Maitland Middle School Community Brief
Monday, October 17, 2022
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Maitland Middle Community Member |
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Welcome to week 11 of 180 Days of Soaring Together. We are amazed at the excitement that we see on campus. Our scholars are working hard at being responsible, full of integrity, and exhibiting kindness. Keep encouraging them to stay focused on the task at hand, their academic success. Report Cards will be going home on October 24th. You can also view them on Skyward. We encourage you to have in depth discussions with your scholar regarding their academic and citizenship goals for this quarter.
Please view the calendar alert in regards to the hurricane make-up days. Click here.
We are asking all students to have their school ID on them at all times. If your student was not here on picture day, they will not have a photo ID. They can continue to use their temporary ID. Picture make-up day will be October 20th and that will start the process for photo ID. Students need to have their ID for purchasing school lunches, which helps expedite the lunch lines. Also, for campus events such as pep rallies and school dances, which is quickly approaching.
We have our first mandated mental health lesson on October 20th We will be on a modified bell schedule. The lesson will take place after the completion of 5th period. Students’ 5th period teacher will be facilitating the lesson. Once the lesson has concluded, we will resume the school day.
October 24th-28th is Red Ribbon Week. Each day we will have special events happening. Red ribbon Week brings attention to living a healthy drug free lifestyle.
I look forward to another amazing week!
#soaringtogether
Principal Brown
Maitland Middle School
Pictured very top: Friends from next door, Dommerich Elementary, hanging out with us at our pep rally. We love these amazing ladies. (l-r) Principal Permenter, Principal Brown, Asst. Principal Dr. Martin.
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October 17th - Soccer Playoffs against Gotha Middle School 5:30pm (Girls home, Boys away)
October 17th - October 21st - School Bus Safety Week
October 17th - October 21st - Rock Your School Week events
October 19th- UNITY DAY: Wear ORANGE
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On Wednesday, October 19, schools across the United States and Canada will acknowledge UNITY DAY. Unity Day is the signature event of National Bullying Prevention Month, also celebrated in October. The key message of this month, and this day, is to “Stand together against bullying and be UNITED for kindness, acceptance and inclusion”.
All Golden Hawks are invited to wear Orange on Unity Day as we join students and staff across North America doing the same. (Orange is the signature color of Unity Day as orange signifies warmth, safety, visibility and protection.)
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October 19th - Soccer Playoffs TBD
October 20th - Picture Day Re-Take
October 20th - Rock Your Grades: Wear clothes that make you feel like a Rock Star!
October 21st - Rock Your School - stay tuned for more info. on social media
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October 24th - Quarter 1 Report Card distribution and available to view on Skyward
October 24th - October 28st - Red Ribbon Week
October 24th - October 28st - Week of Awareness at MMS
October 25th - Heroic Hawk Celebration, 9:30am invitation only
October 28th - First Hurricane Make-up Day
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During the month of October OCPS recognizes and celebrates the following: |
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Weekly Superintendent's Message
Dr. Maria Vazquez
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Hawk Leader Board Winner: 4th to 1st Place!
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What a great week of competition! Our Houses were fierce competitors, but only one came out victorious. |
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Congratulations to the RED TAILED HOUSE. They won the coveted Hawk Haven Spirit Award and bragging rights!
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Fierce - heart felt intensity
Intentional - deliberate and purposeful
Relevant - connection, bridging, and current
Experience - leaves an impression
This week’s Fire Hawk Teacher is none other than Mrs. Angela Michael. She stepped into MMS and it seemed as if she was here all along. Mrs. Michael is our new media specialist. She demonstrates her love for reading and learning in how she teaches visiting classes in the media center. Her energy is unmatched, as you can see in the photos from spirit week. She is a team player and seeks to do what is best for students. She is truly a F.I.R.E. Hawk!
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Mrs. Michael, Media Specialist |
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SOAR AWARD Recipient
Ms. Vaque is new to MMS this year. She has jumped in full force and helps wherever is needed. She goes above and beyond in everything she does. She pushes into classes and supports our English Language Learners. She works in small groups with her students to ensure they are getting the academic understanding for all core classes. Ms. Vaque also greets students at the door everyday with a greeting in English that she has them repeat back to her. She is patient and kind and is making transitions easier for our students that come from other parts of the world. She is an asset to MMS.
Thank you for all you do!
~ Ms. Orseno
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Ms. Orseno (left) with Ms. Vaque |
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If you need any support, here are some resources. Feel free to reach out to Ms. Ta’Corria Richardson our school-based social worker at 133202@ocps.net.
Resources:
● Employee Assistance- If you learn of an employee in need of assistance please have them contact the employee assistance line at 877.622.4327. The line is open 24/7.
● Orange County Non-Emergency Help and Information- Parents or guardians of a students in need of assistance can call 311
● United Way 211 is a 24 hour a day, 7 day a week resource to access free and confidential crisis and emergency counseling, disaster assistance, food, health care and insurance assistance, stable housing and utilities payment assistance, employment services, veterans services and childcare and family services. This can be achieved by dialing 2-1-1 or (352) 332-4636 or texting your zip code to 898-211.
● SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline, provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States and its territories. Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
● Suicide and Crisis Lifeline- If you or someone you know is in crisis call or chat 988 to reach the, or test HOME to 741741.
● Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) disaster assistance for Florida. To apply for assistance, visit disasterassistance.gov or call 1-800-621-3362.
● www.communityconnect.ocps.net allows you to search via a zip code to find financial assistance, food pantries, medical care and other support that is free or reduced-cost in your area. |
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Rock Your School 2022
Level Up!
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Maitland Middle School will participate in the Rock Your School initiative on October 21, 2022. Educators from around the world are invited to participate by creating an outside-the-box educational experience designed to engage their students and bring learning to life in their classrooms.
Participants in Rock Your School can try something new in their curriculum, or challenge themselves and their students in new ways, knowing they are not alone. They are joining a community of teachers world-wide who are all challenging themselves to find new ways to engage their students. This year's theme is Level Up Learning! Throughout this week we will have an energized atmosphere. Let’s Level Up Golden Hawks!
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Battle of the Books Club
The Battle of the Books Club is a chance for readers to come together! Students read as many books from the current Sunshine State list as they can during the year and then demonstrate their knowledge of the books through team-based, game show style competition against other middle schools in late spring. Preparation for competition requires dedication and commitment.
The Battle of the Books Club meets every Wednesday morning from 8:30 am - 9:15 am in the media center. Students will have the opportunity to read the books, participate in book related activities, write questions from the books, and quiz each other on their knowledge. To register for the club please complete the participation form found HERE.
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Device Fee Notices
Anytime a student has a charger replacement or if their computer has been sent out for repair, a fee is placed on the student's account. Until the computer has been assessed we do not know if there are damages or if the repair is under warranty. Items like keyboards or Wi-Fi not working might be covered under warranty and there could be a wait from 45-60 days for the actual cost of the repair to see if a fee will be assessed. Items like damaged screens or keys falling off will not be covered under warranty and the fee should be paid as soon as possible. To make a payment you can go to schoolpay.com, select digital device for the computer fee, or digital peripheral for the charger fee. If you have any questions you can contact Angela Michael, our media specialist, at angela.michael@ocps.net.
Mrs. Michael will be sending home fee notices every Friday for computers that were sent to repair or chargers that were replaced during the week. Thank you for your support in this.
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A Week in Athletics
Soccer teams advance to the next playoff round!
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Congratulations to both of our soccer teams as they advance in the playoffs! Our girls with a 4-0 win over Southwest Middle School and our boys with a 2-1 win over Timber Springs Middle School, that went into overtime, ending with a penalty kick. Both teams will take on Gotha Middle School. The girls will play at home and the boys will be away at Gotha on Monday. Both games start at 5:30pm. |
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"It's a Florida Thang" Spirit Week |
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We had an amazing time this past week on campus! We celebrated ending the first quarter of the school year. Our Golden Hawks have been such a joy. Here are some highlights from the week and more pictures will be posted on social media. |
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MMS Leadership Team on Beach Madness Day. |
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‘Ole’ Man Himschoot, and the Little “Ole” Ladies on Wise Senior Citizen Day. |
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Principal Brown doing a toe touch during the pep rally. |
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Dancing while the Jazz Band is playing. |
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Cadence Crew at their first performance. |
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Maestro Olsen and the Jazz Band. |
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Mr. Antoine and a few of his students are getting ready. |
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Coach Neff explained the free throw game. |
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Lunchtime ladder ball game with Asst. Principal Thompson. |
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The Chess Club is going strong! |
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Miss Wolf working on reading analysis with a small group. |
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Important Contact Information:
Maitland Middle School main number – 407-623-1462
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Have a wonderful week!
Mr. Brown, Principal
Maitland Middle School
Sunday, October 16, 2022
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Maitland Middle School Leadership Team |
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