back to newsletters

Originally delivered on 1/25/2026 1:02 pm

SUBJECT: 1/25/26 Newsletter

T/E Middle School
January 25, 2026 Newsletter
Cycle Day 3
Monday, January 26, 2026
In This Edition of the Blast
  • Virtual Instruction Information (if needed)
  • After School Activities Safety
  • Author Visit - 1/29
  • Welcome Committee Coffee - 2/6
  • Order a Yearbook
  • Community News
Virtual Instruction Information

With winter in full swing, please find information on virtual instruction days here should it be needed anytime this winter.  

After School Activities Pick Up

Several clubs and athletic teams meet at TEMS after the school day, which can lead to increased traffic in the parking lot. Much of this congestion occurs when vehicles wait in the driving lane to pick up students from practices or club meetings.

If you are picking up your child, please park in an available parking space rather than waiting in the lane. This will help keep traffic moving and allow families attending the 3:30 and 4:30 athletic events to park and enter the building in a timely manner.

Additional parking is available at the Network Operations Center (NOC), located directly across the street from TEMS.

Thank you for your cooperation and flexibility!

Author Visit - Dana Kramaroff

We are thrilled to welcome TE graduate and middle-grade author Dana Kramaroff to TEMS for an all-school visit on January 29. Grades 5–8 will have its own dedicated assembly, during which Dana will share her journey to becoming a writer and discuss her novel, The Do More Club, and its central themes of kindness, identity, acceptance, and service to others.

The Do More Club follows Josh, a young Jewish boy navigating the aftermath of an antisemitic incident at his school. Rather than allowing fear and shame to silence him, Josh creates a “Do More” club to spread kindness and make a positive impact in his community.

During the assemblies, Kramaroff will encourage students to embrace their own differences while recognizing, respecting, and welcoming the differences of others. 

In coordination with the visit, Dana’s book The Do More Club will be available for purchase and signed by the author. All book orders will be distributed after the visit. The Do More Club ordering link information.

We can’t wait for the TEMS community to feel inspired and empowered to spread kindness!

Welcoming Committee Coffee 2/6

The next Welcoming Committee Newcomers Meeting will be Friday, February 6th from 9:00-11:00AM at Cup of Dreams in Paoli. This is a drop-in event so feel free to come and go. Please join us!

Yearbook Sale!

Don't miss out on this year's memories!  Yearbooks are $35.  The price goes up on 1/31/26, and the sale ends 2/27! Order today through this link, or click the flyer below. 

TREDYFFRIN EASTTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL BERWYN, PA - 2026 Yearbook | Jostens

Upcoming Events
Thursday, January 29
All Grade - Author Visit
Saturday, February 14
IAB "Show Teachers Some Love" Campaign
Monday, February 16
No School
Tuesday, February 17
Staff inservice, no school for students
8:30a TEMS- Gr. 5/6 Band Fest
Thursday, February 19
9:30a TEMS- PTO Mtg
Friday, February 27
9:00a TEMS- Yearbook Order Deadline
Thursday, March 5
Half day for grades 1-8 only, no kindergarten (elementary/middle school conferences)
Friday, March 6
Half day for grades 1-8 only, no kindergarten (elementary/middle school conferences)
5th/6th Grade Bowling Social
Community News
Click or scan to register.
KAHOOTS VOLLEYBALL CLINICS

5th–8th Grade Girls — SIGN UP TODAY! 

The Conestoga High School Volleyball Team and Coaches are excited to offer KAHOOTS Volleyball Clinics for middle school girls who want to build skills, gain confidence, and have fun on the court! Whether you are brand new to volleyball or already have experience, these clinics are a great way to learn and grow.

WHAT TO EXPECT 
Skill Development: Learn and improve passing, setting, serving, and hitting
Teamwork: Build communication and collaboration skills
Fun Drills & Gameplay: Engaging drills, activities, and game play designed for all levels

 

CLINIC DETAILS 

Dates: April 6 – May 26  (Monday & Thursday)

Location: T/E Middle School Gyms: 801 Conestoga Rd, Berwyn, PA

Time:
5th/6th Grade: 6:00 – 7:30 PM
7th/8th Grade: 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Cost: $275
Includes a clinic T-shirt and a volleyball

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER 

For more information, visit:
https://conestogavolleyball.com/kahoots/

Disclaimer: TEMS PTO is not responsible for the activities or events of outside organizations. Local nonprofit 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 temsptoblast@gmail.com.

Quick Links
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -