TOGETHER, WE
RISE
One voice. One heart. One MMS.
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During the final school week of the 2023-2024 3rd quarter, Mr. Browder reviews the steps to ensure student understanding on how to calculate the area of a trapezoid. |
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Maitland Middle School Community Brief
Monday, March 18, 2024
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Maitland Middle Community Member |
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Welcome to SPRING BREAK!!! We officially have 45 days left of school. It is hard to believe that we’ve completed 135 days, sorry for the miscount somewhere along the line. 😬 Take this time to relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect.
Reflection for the Week
This past week, I’ve had a recurring question asked of me, “Principal Brown, what do you have planned for Spring Break?” My first response was SLEEP. 😁 I told another person, I will be taking Mrs. Brown out on a few dates. Another response was get me a bowl of cereal (non sugary one) and binge watch The Last AirBender (live action series) on Netflix with my sons. Though 3 different responses, they are all important to my well being. Learning how to balance life is critical to success. It is my hope that our staffulty and families find balance, especially this week.
Together We Rise. One Voice. One Heart. One MMS!
Principal Brown
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2024 Family Stakeholder Survey |
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We want to hear from you. Please take a moment to fill out the annual family stakeholder survey. We use this information to make adjustments to our school practices. We thank those who have already completed this. |
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2) Select the language in which the family would like to take the survey in
3) Complete one survey for each school that the family has a child attending
4) Press submit once completed
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March 18-22 - Spring Break |
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March 26 - Madagascar performance for Dommerich ES (5th Grade)
March 27 - Track & Field 4:30pm vs College Park MS and ACE (away @ College Park)
March 28 - WPPL Chat-n-Chew Book Club during all grade level lunches
April 2 - State Writing Test
April 2 - Report Cards available on Skyward and sent home April 5 - Heroic Hawk Celebration (by invitation only)
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April 12 - End of Year Field Trip Permission Slips and Payments Due
April 15 - WPPL Chat-n-Chew Book Club during all grade level lunches
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Media Center and Digital Devices |
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This past Thursday, Mrs. Michael informed students of fees that are owed. If your student owes fees for devices, we urge you to reconcile this with Mrs. Michael. She will be able to inform you of fee amounts and how to pay them. You can reach out to her at Angela.Michael@ocps.net. |
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It is that time of year. We are excited to celebrate our amazing 8th grade class! Click HERE to help sponsor this amazing event. Parent and community support is needed to make this party happen for our awesome 8th graders! |
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Pre-order your 8th Grade Graduate Lawn Sign today on MemberHub! The deadline to pre-order is April 15. Click HERE to purchase.
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Click HERE to purchase your 2023-2024 yearbook.
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Hat and Hoodie Fridays Fundraiser |
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Join in the Hat and Hoodie Friday fundraiser. Students can purchase a monthly or a year end pass to wear their hat or hoodie (appropriate use only) on campus. The funds and donations will go towards campus incentives. Click HERE for the school pay link. We also collect during lunches. We thank you for your support.
* The price has decreased to $15 for the rest of the year.
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Recognitions and Accolades! |
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Ms. Moore and Ms. Dowd.
I want to give this week's SOAR Award out to our exceptional ESE clerk, Mrs. Trisha Dowd. She is phenomenal at keeping our team well informed and sane. She goes over and beyond, helping wherever she can. Thank you for being such a great team player! So, when you see Mrs. Dowd out collecting signatures 🤭, don't forget to thank her and congratulate her for the SOAR Award!
~ Ms. Moore
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Jackson Lummus
Jackson exemplifies a jovial personality consistently. From the moment he arrives on campus, he greets every adult along his path with a fist bump and a smile. He strives for excellence. All of his teachers view him in such high regards. Jackson continues to be a representation of excellence, respect, and kindness. Keep soaring high sir!
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Campus Vibes and Happenings |
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Dr. Rauls, our SAFE Coordinator, discussing Teen Safety Matters with our 7th graders. (SAFE = Student Assistance and Family Empowerment program) |
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Mrs. Conricode brought up Lucas Duberke to explain surface area and
volume to the class.
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Mrs. Rivera-Crespo reiterates the steps of solving for the variable. |
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Students are focused on Mr. Olsen’s conducting as he counts them in. |
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Dr. Albright helps students as they begin their focus on body systems. |
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Mrs. Ashcraft’s students engaged in an experiment which tests their understanding of Ohm’s Law. Ohm’s Law explains the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance, the basis for electrical systems. |
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Here is an example of rigor outside of the classroom to lend perspective. Mrs. FitzPatrick and her science students are evaluating distances within our solar system.
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Schedule your school tour, Monday through Thursday from 8:15-8:45am and 4:00-4:30pm. Contact us at 407-623-1462, or email Ms. Nan Bressler at Nan.Bressler@ocps.net
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Monday's Motivational Moment! |
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In his closing sentence to this week's principal's message above, Mr. Brown stressed the importance of finding balance, especially during the week of spring break.
Maintaining A Balanced Life With Help From The Letter "F"
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The six "Fs" are Faith, Family, Friends, Fitness, Financial, and Fun. When seeking balance in life, be sure to invest time in all six of these "F's" over the course of a week or a month as they each play an important role.
1. FAITH is the lead "F." Faith means many things to many people. It is not just "religious" faith. It also implies faith in yourself such as sticking to those goals you set out for 2024 or for this second semester. Just remember that faith is a belief in "something" that does not require proof.
2. FAMILY is broader than blood relatives alone. Family is any individual that goes beyond the definition of "Friends." Family carries a guarantee with it. The American poet Robert Frost said it best: “Home is the place, when you have to go there, they have to take you in.” Spring break should include a healthy dose of family time.
3. A FRIEND is not just someone you know or even grew up with. A true friend fits the following: A true friend listens. A true friend may at times hurt when you hurt. A true friend goes the extra mile for you with no thought. A true friend allows for your shortcomings. A true friend loves you despite your faults. There is a big difference between true friends and acquaintances, so set out time for your friendships throughout the year.
4. FITNESS is essential for a quality life. Be sure to regularly carve out time for quality physical fitness activities in whatever form you are able to do so.
5. FINANCIAL security allows us to enjoy a certain amount of security and stress elimination. It does not mean we are rich or own a portfolio of blue chip stocks and AAA rated bonds, but it can mean we are saving something every month for the future, sticking to the agreed budget, or working towards our long-range financial goals in some fashion.
6. FUN is a choice and is not to be confused with happiness. Fun is the ability to enjoy life to its fullest—that we can maintain a sense of humor in the darkest of times. Spring break should include some truly fun activities, perhaps something you have not been able to do in quite a while.
As you look at these six "F's," how many have you really touched upon in the past week? During the month of March? So far in 2024? Food for thought!
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Important Contact Information:
Maitland Middle School main number – 407-623-1462
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Maitland Middle School Leadership Team |
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Dean Himschoot, Dean Wood, Principal Brown, Asst. Principal Pavlonnis and Asst. Principal Thompson. |
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Have a safe and relaxing spring break!
Mr. Brown, Principal
Maitland Middle School
Monday, March 18, 2024
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