Parents, please remind your student about Spirit week. The week of May 30th is Spirit Week!! On Tuesday, students should wear pajama's to school to show school spirit!!
We will also have "Penny Wars" this week. Students are asked to bring spare change to school to be donated to charity. The first period class that earns the highest point total will play dodge ball in the gym, have breakfast, and will choose the charity. Penny's are worth one point, silver money and paper money are worth negative points.
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Monday, May 29, 2017
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
Middle School End-of-year Calendar
MEMORIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL
2016-2017 END-OF-YEAR
EVENTS
May
26
|
Gr.
7 & 8 Band Festival/Canobie Lake Park
|
May
29
|
Memorial
Day – NO SCHOOL
|
May
30-June 2
|
Spirit
Week
|
May
31
|
District wide
Art Festival HHS – 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
|
June
5
|
Last
Day for Morning Band
|
June
5
|
Step-Up
Day – 8:45 – 11:00 a.m.
|
June
8
|
Gr.
8 Dance Set-Up – 3:00 – 9:00 p.m.
|
June
9
|
Gr.
8 Dance – 6:30 – 10:00 p.m.
|
June
9
|
Gr.
7 Human Origins Workshop
|
June
12
|
Gr.
8 Spirit of Boston Cruise
|
June
12
|
Early
Release Day – Dismissal 12:30 (Make-Up for 3/14)
|
June
14
|
Gr.
8 Canobie Lake Park (rain date: June 15)
|
June
15
|
Gr.
6 YMCA Anti-Bullying/Social Skills Program
|
June
16
|
Gr.
6 YMCA Anti-Bullying/Social Skills Program
|
June
16
|
Gr.
8 Promotion and Awards Ceremony – 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
|
June
16
|
Gr.
8 Picnic/Games – 12:00 p.m.
|
June
19
|
Gr.
7 Field Day
|
June
19
|
Gr.
8 Breakfast/Yearbook Distribution
|
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
Summer Hoops 2017
Notice: The program/event
listed in this material is organized and provided by independent private
organizations and instructors not employed or sponsored by or affiliated with
the Town of Hull or its School Department. The program information is provided
here only for the public’s convenience and does not constitute a recommendation
or endorsement. The Town and its School Department have no responsibility
or liability for said program or event. All inquiries should be directed
to the sponsoring organization.
Class of 2024 Welcome Letter
May 23, 2017
Dear Parents/Guardians and Students in Grade 5:
Welcome to Memorial Middle School!! The sixth grade team, student support services, and the administration have started preparations for the Class of 2024. Over the last two years, we have been able to provide several new programs that are very popular with students while working to meet the rigorous Massachusetts Frameworks:
These activities are in addition to other traditions including the PTO Arts Alive Day, Friday Night Dances (2 or 3 per school year), the PTO Book Fair and Read-a-Thon, Band and Chorus Concerts, and the Talent Show and ice cream social.
While many great things are happening at Memorial Middle School, the first step is to help Grade 5 students transition from elementary to middle school. We started this process several weeks ago when Mr. Kelley, the Assistant Principal, and I participated in Literacy Week. After reading to students, we took time to answer many questions from students about the middle school experience. Students asked many excellent questions about changing classes, the schedule, lockers, locks, homework and other topics. Mr. Kelley and I will also attend the grade 5 YMCA field trips on May 31st and June 8th to give students the opportunity to get to know us better.
The next transition event is Step-Up Day on Monday, June 5th. Students should follow their normal routine on this day and report to Jacobs Elementary School in the morning. Students will be bused to the middle school where they will spend the morning with the Grade 6 team. Students will meet their teachers, learn about classes and expectations, and have additional questions answered. They will also meet the School Nurse, Adjustment Counselor, School Psychologist, and the administration. They will take a tour of the building and will even practice changing classes.
Parents/Guardians of grade 5 students that have any questions or concerns about the transition to middle school can meet with me at a parent coffee hosted by Christine Cappadona. This event will take place on Friday, June 9th at 9:00 am at the elementary school.
On Friday, June 9th at 10:00 am, grade 5 students will have the opportunity to meet Mr. St. George, our Music Teacher. Mr. St. George will bring middle school and high school students to the elementary school to demonstrate the different instruments that students can play in the Grade 6 Beginner Band. Students will receive a form to select the instrument they wish to play and will also receive information about the instrument rental night in September. Students do need to supply their own instrument. Most families rent an instrument through our provider, Goulet &Co., for $25 to $45 per month depending on the instrument. Students that would prefer not to play an instrument can select chorus. These forms will need to be signed by a parent/guardian and returned to the student’s grade 5 teacher by Wednesday, June 14th.
Grade 6 Orientations will occur during the weeks of August 14th and August 21st. Mr. Kelley and I will host this program. Approximately six different dates and times will be available and will be announced in mid-July. Students and parents will attend an orientation approximately 90 minutes in length on the middle school, the iPad, Aspen (our student information database), and Social Media/Communication/Notifications. We will review the first days of school. Students will receive their email addresses, usernames, passwords, locker number and combination and will be able to practice their combination if they choose. If the master schedule is complete, we will distribute class schedules.
Your grade 6 team has been working together for many years. They know that some students adjust to middle school in a few minutes while other students need a week or more. The first week of school is very structured with extra time built into the schedule to allow students to “figure out” middle school. Additional staff is on hand on the grade 6 floor to help with combinations, lockers, schedules, directions and any other concerns that may arise.
I also wish to extend an invitation to any student or family that might be anxious about the transition. Please do not hesitate to email me over the summer to set up a tour of the building or to ask any questions. I am here most of the summer and always look forward to meeting new students and families. On behalf of the faculty and staff, welcome to Memorial Middle School! We look forward to the next three years providing students with an exceptional education!
Sincerely,
Anthony Hrivnak, Principal
Dear Parents/Guardians and Students in Grade 5:
Welcome to Memorial Middle School!! The sixth grade team, student support services, and the administration have started preparations for the Class of 2024. Over the last two years, we have been able to provide several new programs that are very popular with students while working to meet the rigorous Massachusetts Frameworks:
- Enrichment and Intervention: This program provides time during the school day to receive extra help or to participate in enrichment activities.
- Accelerated Math: Students in Grade 7 and 8 have an accelerated math class option. Effort and grades during grade 6 will be very important to determine an appropriate placement.
- Engineering Technology: Students take this course each year to meet the MA State Frameworks for Science. Students learn to use hand tools, cordless drills, soldering irons, and glue guns as they learn to build mag-lev cars, bridges, catapults, AM radios, and hydraulic arms with electromagnets. Students are also introduced to robotics and computer programming using Lego Mind Storm kits.
- The Advisory Program: Once per week for 30 minutes small groups of students meet with a teacher to participate in team-building activities, to discuss academics and other issues relevant to students.
- National Junior Honor Society: Students apply after first term of 7th grade for this academic Honor Society. Excellent grades are very important during your first year of middle school in order to be considered for NJHS.
- iPad Program: Every student is issued an iPad to use in school and at home. This past year the middle school introduced Google’s G-Suite for Education. This is a suite of productivity tools that allows students to collaborate with other students and the teacher through a variety of cloud-based apps.
- Spanish: All students in grades 7 and 8 have the opportunity to enroll in Spanish.
- Additional Programs and Activities Include:
The Geography
Bee
Student Council
Thanksgiving Rally and Turkey Trot
Pi Day Rally
The Spelling Bee
Penny Wars (a charity fundraiser)
Science Fair/Mad Science Night
Memorial Mini Marathon
and Rally
These activities are in addition to other traditions including the PTO Arts Alive Day, Friday Night Dances (2 or 3 per school year), the PTO Book Fair and Read-a-Thon, Band and Chorus Concerts, and the Talent Show and ice cream social.
While many great things are happening at Memorial Middle School, the first step is to help Grade 5 students transition from elementary to middle school. We started this process several weeks ago when Mr. Kelley, the Assistant Principal, and I participated in Literacy Week. After reading to students, we took time to answer many questions from students about the middle school experience. Students asked many excellent questions about changing classes, the schedule, lockers, locks, homework and other topics. Mr. Kelley and I will also attend the grade 5 YMCA field trips on May 31st and June 8th to give students the opportunity to get to know us better.
The next transition event is Step-Up Day on Monday, June 5th. Students should follow their normal routine on this day and report to Jacobs Elementary School in the morning. Students will be bused to the middle school where they will spend the morning with the Grade 6 team. Students will meet their teachers, learn about classes and expectations, and have additional questions answered. They will also meet the School Nurse, Adjustment Counselor, School Psychologist, and the administration. They will take a tour of the building and will even practice changing classes.
Parents/Guardians of grade 5 students that have any questions or concerns about the transition to middle school can meet with me at a parent coffee hosted by Christine Cappadona. This event will take place on Friday, June 9th at 9:00 am at the elementary school.
On Friday, June 9th at 10:00 am, grade 5 students will have the opportunity to meet Mr. St. George, our Music Teacher. Mr. St. George will bring middle school and high school students to the elementary school to demonstrate the different instruments that students can play in the Grade 6 Beginner Band. Students will receive a form to select the instrument they wish to play and will also receive information about the instrument rental night in September. Students do need to supply their own instrument. Most families rent an instrument through our provider, Goulet &Co., for $25 to $45 per month depending on the instrument. Students that would prefer not to play an instrument can select chorus. These forms will need to be signed by a parent/guardian and returned to the student’s grade 5 teacher by Wednesday, June 14th.
Grade 6 Orientations will occur during the weeks of August 14th and August 21st. Mr. Kelley and I will host this program. Approximately six different dates and times will be available and will be announced in mid-July. Students and parents will attend an orientation approximately 90 minutes in length on the middle school, the iPad, Aspen (our student information database), and Social Media/Communication/Notifications. We will review the first days of school. Students will receive their email addresses, usernames, passwords, locker number and combination and will be able to practice their combination if they choose. If the master schedule is complete, we will distribute class schedules.
Your grade 6 team has been working together for many years. They know that some students adjust to middle school in a few minutes while other students need a week or more. The first week of school is very structured with extra time built into the schedule to allow students to “figure out” middle school. Additional staff is on hand on the grade 6 floor to help with combinations, lockers, schedules, directions and any other concerns that may arise.
I also wish to extend an invitation to any student or family that might be anxious about the transition. Please do not hesitate to email me over the summer to set up a tour of the building or to ask any questions. I am here most of the summer and always look forward to meeting new students and families. On behalf of the faculty and staff, welcome to Memorial Middle School! We look forward to the next three years providing students with an exceptional education!
Sincerely,
Anthony Hrivnak, Principal
Monday, May 22, 2017
Chorus Concert!!
The Spring Chorus Concert is Tuesday, May 23rd at 7:00 pm at Memorial Middle School in the Auditorium. Admission is free and all are invited to attend.
Sunday, May 21, 2017
Grade 8 MCAS Reminder!
Students in Grade 8 will participate in MCAS (Science and Technology) on Monday, May 22nd and Tuesday, May 23rd. The test will be administered on paper. Please help your child do his or her best by setting a reasonable bed time, providing a good breakfast, and making sure your child arrives on time to school.
Thank you for your assistance!!
Thursday, May 18, 2017
Band Concert is Tonight!!
The Band Concert is tonight, Thursday, May 18th at 7:00 pm in the AIR CONDITIONED auditorium at Memorial Middle School. This event is free and open to all!
Wednesday, May 17, 2017
Hull High School/Hull Park & Recreation Summer Program
2017 SUMMER FITNESS ROOM SCHEDULE
Week 1 June 26th-June 30th
Starts: Monday, June 26th
Ends: Friday, August 11th
·
The
cost is $60 for 7 weeks
Monday-Thursday: 6:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Week 2 July 3rd-July 7th
Monday- 6:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m.,
12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Wednesday: Closed
Thursday.: 6:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Friday:
7:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Weeks 3-6 July 10th-August 4th
Monday-Thursday: 6:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Fridays:
7:00 a.m,-10:00 a.m.
Week 7 August 7th-August 11th
Monday-Thursday: 6:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m.-2:00 pm, Friday: 7:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
*There will be additional hours added
if need be*
Monday, May 15, 2017
MCAS Reminder!
Reminder:
Students in Grade 6 and 7 will participate in MCAS (Math) on Tuesday, May 16th, and Wednesday, May 17th. The test will be administered on iPads. Please help your child do his or her best by setting a reasonable bed time, providing a good breakfast, and making sure your child arrives on time to school.
Thank you for your assistance!!
Students in Grade 6 and 7 will participate in MCAS (Math) on Tuesday, May 16th, and Wednesday, May 17th. The test will be administered on iPads. Please help your child do his or her best by setting a reasonable bed time, providing a good breakfast, and making sure your child arrives on time to school.
Thank you for your assistance!!
Friday, May 12, 2017
Grade 8 Dance Invitation
Grade 8 Dance invitations were sent home yesterday!!
The Grade 8 Dance will be held on Friday, June 9, 2017 at MMS in the auditorium.
The dance is free for all students.
(My thanks to the committee for their fundraising efforts to provide this event at no cost to all students!)
Students and families can meet at the Yacht Club at 6:00 pm for photos.
Students and families should arrive at MMS no later than 6:30 pm for a Class Picture in front of the school.
The Grade 8 Dance will start immediately after the class picture.
Families are invited into the dance with students at 6:30 pm for pictures and are welcome to remain to watch the class slide show.
All students attending the dance must arrive at school on time on Friday, June 9, 2017 and must remain for the entire day of school. There are no early dismissals.
Thursday, May 11, 2017
Early Release Day!
Monday, May 15th is an early release day. Students will be dismissed at 12:30 pm. Lunch will be served!!
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
MMS Daily Announcement
Memorial Middle School
Daily
Announcements
Wednesday,
May 10, 2017
1. Progress Report grades close Friday,
May 12th. All assignments
should be turned in by then.
2. Penny Wars will be happening from May
30th through June 5th.
Make sure you bring in your coins!
3. Spirit Week is coming…May 30th…more
info in future announcements!
4. Monday, May 15th, is an
Early Release Day. Students will be
dismissed at 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be
served.
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Road Construction - Public Notice
Notice: The program/event
listed in this material is organized and provided by independent private
organizations and instructors not employed or sponsored by or affiliated with
the Town of Hull or its School Department. The program information is provided
here only for the public’s convenience and does not constitute a recommendation
or endorsement. The Town and its School Department have no responsibility
or liability for said program or event. All inquiries should be directed
to the sponsoring organization.
Grade 8 Dance Committee Reminder
Reminder:
The Grade 8 Dance Committee will meet on Wednesday, May 10th at 6:00 pm in the Auditorium at Memorial Middle School. Please note the change in time, the meeting is at 6:00 pm.
The Grade 8 Dance Committee will meet on Wednesday, May 10th at 6:00 pm in the Auditorium at Memorial Middle School. Please note the change in time, the meeting is at 6:00 pm.
Monday, May 8, 2017
Grade 8 MCAS Reminder!
Students in Grade 8 will participate in MCAS (Math) on Tuesday, May 9th and Wednesday, May 10th. The test will be administered on iPads. Please help your child do his or her best by setting a reasonable bed time, providing a good breakfast, and making sure your child arrives on time to school.
Thank you for your assistance!!
Student Physical Information
Attention Parents of Students in Grade 8:
All incoming 9th graders who are interested in playing sports at the high school need a copy of a recent physical (within the last 13 months) on file in the Nurse’s Office. If you would like your child to have a physical this spring by the school physician, print a copy of the permission slip and physical form and return it to the school nurse by May 9th.
Attention Parents of Students in Grade 7:
All 7th grade students are required to have an updated physical examination on file in the Nurse’s Office. Please send updated forms to the school nurse. The school
physician, Dr. Iser, will be at school this spring to perform
physicals on students here at the Memorial Middle School for those students who are unable to see their own physician. Permission slips have been mailed home and should be returned by May 9th.
Attention Parents of Students in Grade 6:
All incoming 7th graders are mandated to have an updated physical on file in the Nurse’s Office. Letters were sent home to parents/guardians of students that do not have an updated physical on file. If you would like your child to have a physical this spring by the school physician, print a copy of the permission slip and physical form and return it to the school nurse by May 9th.
If your student has had a recent physical, please send a copy to the Nurse’s Office to update their health record.
Thank you,
If you have any questions or concerns, please call or email Mrs. Striglio, sstriglio@town.hull.ma.us, 781-925-2040 ext. 1106
Saturday, May 6, 2017
Wednesday, May 3, 2017
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
Band Trip to Washington D.C.
This
past weekend the Hull High School Band traveled to Washington D.C. to perform
in the World Strides Music Festival. 8th graders Maeve Donohue and Ally
Mitchell performed alongside Mr. Barkon and the HHS band where the
ensemble earned a gold medal! A big congratulations to Maeve, Ally and the
HHS Band!!!
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