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Originally delivered on 9/10/2023 1:01 pm

SUBJECT: Picture Day is Tuesday

T/E Middle School

Sep 10th Newsletter

Cycle Day 4
Tuesday Sep 11th, 2023
No School this Friday Sep 15th


In this edition of the Blast:

  • Picture Day - Tuesday Sep 12th
  • 5th and 6th grade Curriculum Night -Tuesday Sep 12th
  • Fall Sports
  • After School Sports and Clubs
  • Important Reminder from Nurse
  • TEMS School Store
  • Volunteers needed
  • Break the Ice Social
  • Community News

Please be aware that the blue text in our newsletter serves as hyperlinks; clicking on them will direct you to the referenced page. 

Picture day is this Tuesday

Smile picture day is this Tuesday Sep 12th ! Your student should have received picture order forms from school. You may also place an order online at the link below. 

https://www.barksdalestorefront.com/shop/login/?ac=01033IN


5th and 6th grade Curriculum Night

Curriculum Night is Tuesday September 12th, starting promptly at 7 pm and is set to finish at 8:40 pm. It is an excellent opportunity for you to gain a better understanding of your child's academic schedule and connect with their teachers. To make the most of the event, we suggest:

1. Review your child's Day 1 schedule and list down their subjects and teachers/room in order.

2. This event is designed specifically for parents and guardians only. If your child must accompany you to the event, they will have to remain by your side at all times, so have something to keep them occupied.

Please consider sharing a ride with friends or neighbors.  The parking lots at T.E.M.S., Conestoga H.S., the Network Operations Center (Howellville Rd.), and the TESD Maintenance Building (Old Lancaster Rd.) will be available. Parking on the athletic fields via the main entrance may be available if they are not too soft for driving. Unfortunately, parking on Old Lancaster Road and Conestoga Road is not permitted.

Fall Sports

Fall sports interest meetings have started!

Remind your 7th and 8th graders to check schoology and to continue to listen carefully to school announcements regarding fall sports schedules and sign-ups.   

Visit the TEMS Athletics page for additional information. Check out this great video by Athletic director on getting started with TEMS Athletics.

Paperwork for any 7th and 8th grade students wanting to participate in a fall sport at TEMS is available on the Powerschool Parent Portal. Please visit the TEMS Athletics page for additional instructions: 

Athletics / Participation paperwork and injury information (tesd.net)


After School sports and clubs


Intramural sports for 5th/6th graders and Running Club for 6th-8th graders is starting Monday September 11th.  Additionally other after-school clubs will soon start so keep checking the TEMS Clubs and Activities page for latest information and updates.  

Permission slips can be found on the Activities pageon the TEMS website, or in the main office. If you attend any club, you must have your own ride home. 

When picking up students from after school activities (after bus dismissal), the school asks that all families pull into a parking space to wait for their student. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping the TEMS community safe!

Important information from the nurses!


-please send your student with a refillable water bottle EVERY day. Even when not hot and humid like in recent days remember hydration is very important! 

-encourage your student to eat breakfast or if not hungry, have them grab a granola bar or snack for when they do become hungry before lunch.

-6th grade families: please download to Power School, email to coaryl@tesd.net, or send in to school your student’s most recent physical exam with immunizations ASAP

-7th grade families: please download to Power School, email to lallym@tesd.net, or send in to school your student’s most recent dental exam ASAP

-if your student has a life threatening allergy, please download to Power School, email either of us, or send in to school your student’s most recent allergy plan ASAP.

-Please bring in Epipens & inhalers with current doctor’s orders for your student if ordered  by an allergist.

*****no medications can be accepted without being accompanied by current doctor orders*****

TEMS School Store

The School Store is managed and operated by parent volunteers. Students are welcome to shop during lunch hour on Tuesdays and Thursdays. All school supplies are sold at the store including spirit wear (as available) and other fun items. 

We are looking for volunteers to help with the school store. Volunteering at the school store is a great opportunity to see middle school kids in action and help the PTO. Background clearance is needed for volunteering for the school store. Here is a link on details regarding clearance (Volunteer Background Clearance). 

If you have background clearance please sign up using the link below.

School Store Volunteer Signup

Join TEMS PTO

We are always looking for parent volunteers to help with various PTO events throughout the year. Please visit our website for volunteering opportunities and fill the Volunteer Form online. For more information on volunteering and any clearances needed please check the volunteers guidelines. 

Your continued support is much appreciated! If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us at temsvolunteer@gmail.com. 

Volunteering Opportunity - Picture Day & Health Screening


Picture Day is on Tuesday, September 12th. We need parent volunteers to help run the event. We have limited open spots. The schedule, signup and all related info can be found here.

Health Screenings will be held on September 13th and 14th for all TEMS students. This is a great opportunity for you to see your child at school, so please consider signing up. The schedule and all related info has been posted on the link below. 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044BA9AC2FA5FB6-tems1#/

Upcoming Events
Tuesday, September 12
8:30a TEMS- Picture Day
7:00p TEMS- Gr. 5/6 Curriculum Night
Wednesday, September 13
8:30a TEMS- Health Screenings
Thursday, September 14
8:00a TEMS- Health Screenings
Friday, September 15
No School
Thursday, September 21
9:30a TEMS- PTO Mtg.
Friday, September 22
5:30p TEMS- PTO "Break the Ice" Social
Monday, September 25
No School
Community News
Rea of Hope Reagan's Run

To honor Reagan Monast, a 6th Grader at TEMS and Wayne Wildcats Cheerleader, and the 3.4 million people living with epilepsy, we will host our second annual Reagan’s Run on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at Wilson Farm Park. Last year’s event drew in roughly 300 participants and raised nearly $30,000!

This 5K Fun Run AND one-mile walk aims to raise awareness and funds for epilepsy research. All proceeds go directly to CURE Epilepsy (Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy). The mission of CURE is to find a cure for epilepsy by promoting and funding patient-focused research.

Reagan’s Run is a family-friendly event with a raffle table, snacks, and many smiles! Please see details on signup below :

https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Wayne/ReagansRun
 

 A complete description of all FLITE programs can be found at www.flite4kids.org.

For more details of available packages go to https://www.flite-pa.org/golf-tennis/

8th Grade Basketball Players

Valley Forge Basketball League (VFBL) is now accepting applications from 8th, 9th, and 10th graders for the 2023-2024 season.  Applications and information are available at www.valleyforgebb.com. 

Disclaimer: TEMS PTO is not responsible for the activities or events of outside organizations. Local community organizations that primarily serve TEMS students may submit a request to have information posted in the Community Links section of the PTO Blast by sending an email to temspto@gmail.com.

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