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Mahtomedi Middle School
Upcoming Events
January 10: Grades Updated in ParentVUE
January 11: "Wizard of Oz" Performances - 2:00pm and 5:00pm at the Chautauqua
January 14: HS Counselors visit 8th Graders about HS Registration
January 15: Donut Day
January 15: MMS Spelling Bee
January 16: MMS Jazz Band Concert, 7:00pm
January 20: NO SCHOOL - MLK Jr. Day
January 21: mySAEBRS Test
January 22: HS Counselors visit 8th Graders to assist with HS Registration
January 23: End of 2nd Quarter
January 24: NO SCHOOL - Teacher Professional Day
January 25: Wildwood Artist Series: SimpleGifts with Billy McLaughlin (7:00pm at the Chautauqua)
January 27-31: MMS Step It Up! Fundraiser
January 28 & 29: Counselors visit 6th & 7th Graders about Registration
February 6: 6th & 7th Grade Registration Forms Due
February 13: Conferences 3:30-7:30pm
February 14: NO SCHOOL - Conferences & Family Outreach
February 17: NO SCHOOL - President's Day
February 20: Conferences 3:30-7:30pm
February 28: MMS Winter Youth Night (after school until 4:30 pm)
This Issue's Top Highlights
KNOW
There will be a MANDATORY student/parent pre-travel meeting for all DC Trip participants on March 20th from 6:15-7:00pm at the Chautauqua Fine Arts Center. Please mark your calendars.
DO
The MMSPA is looking for volunteers to help with the Teacher Appreciation Meal as well as donations for the meal. See below for the link to sign up.
SHARE
There are two chances for you to see our students perform in the Missoula Children's Theater production of "The Wizard of Oz". See below for details.
School News
Volunteers Needed for Teacher Appreciation Dinner
Teacher conferences are coming in February, and the Mahtomedi Middle School Parent Association (MMSPA) would like your help to treat our teachers and staff to a special meal on the first afternoon of conferences. On THURSDAY, February 13, from 2:45pm to 3:45 pm, MMSPA will provide a meal from Red Luna. Please sign up via this Sign Up Genius Link if you would like to help with beverages, desserts, set-up, or clean-up. Thank you for helping to support our amazing Zephyr Teachers and Staff!
MMS Student, Hailey Parr, Performs in New York City
Kids of the Arts Productions (KOTA) cast MMS 8th Grader Hailey Parr as Mackenzie in the NYC premiere of The Great Christmas Cookie Bake-Off!, a new musical by Rick Hip-Flores (Broadway's In Transit, Come From Away). In this musical, eight young actors portray cookie chefs from across the nation who are competing for a prize on a reality baking show.
Through the Covid shut down, KOTA held several successful virtual performances, which led to the creation of a hybrid format of performance that allows actors around the world to audition and rehearse virtually and then connect in person for rehearsals in the days leading up to performances. Hailey and the other cast members engaged in musical theatre rehearsals, exclusive workshops with Broadway stars and top industry professionals, gained vital insights on wellness and showbusiness, refined improvizational skills, and connected with fellow actors.
The performances were held in December at the Laurie Beechman Theater, a dinner theater in Times Square where many well-known actors on Broadway had their NYC debuts, including Mary Kate Morrisey, Wicked's current Elphaba on Broadway. Amazing job, Hailey!
mySAEBRS Testing on January 21st.
On January 21, students will take the mySAEBRS survey. mySAEBRS is a screener that is utilized, along with additional information, to identify supports a student may need to be successful at school. MMS began using mySAEBRS as a student self-assessment in the fall of 2022, and mySAEBRS has been used at O.H. Anderson Elementary for years. The mySAEBRS asks questions about how students feel about school and connections to adults and peers at school. Below are some examples of the questions.
The survey will take about 5 minutes for students to complete. To learn more, please visit the mySAEBRS website here.
MMS Winter Youth Night: February 28
The MMS Youth Night is back again in 2025! Join us after school for a fun after-school social for all Mahtomedi Middle School students on February 28 from 2:40-4:30 pm. This year’s theme is Winter Wonderland and is planned in coordination with the MMS Student Council! There will be a DJ, huge inflatables, an open gym, music, food, and photo stations. The cost is $20, and students must be registered via the Mahtomedi Community Education Eleyo registration system (registrations at the door will not be accepted). Click here to register. We are also looking for parent volunteers/chaperones to help throughout the event. Please click here to complete the volunteer form.
Around the School
Before Winter Break, 7th Grade math students made Snowflakes with the help of parent volunteers. This is always a memorable day for our students!
7th Graders in Mrs. Irsfeld's Heath classes have been working on an "Alcohol Person Project" that demonstrates the effects of drinking alcohol on the body.
New Clubs and Opportunities for MMS Students in 2025!
New year and new opportunities for our middle school students! Mahtomedi Community Education has been busy planning opportunities in enrichment and athletics for your middle school children. In 2025, you’ll find before and after-school opportunities to try a new passion or explore an existing interest! MMS families have asked us to keep them in the loop on new club offerings and registrations, so we want you to know about some really great opportunities for your children that are starting soon! Click the links below to register.️
️Chess: Before school on Friday mornings (starts Jan. 17)
️Pickleball: After school on Tuesdays at MMS (starts Jan. 21) and Wednesday evenings at DEC (starts March 26)
️Multicultural Art Camp: After school on Mondays, three times a month (starts Feb. 3)
️Puzzlers Club: After school on Thursdays (starts Feb. 27)
️Cooking Club: Twice a month, after school on Wednesdays
️Track & Field: M-Th, after school (starts April 1)
Zephyr Celebrations
There are always reasons to celebrate! If you know of a staff member who has gone above and beyond, or have heard of a particularly excellent experience that your student had at school, we would love to hear about it! Click here to submit a celebration form and we'll make sure to take note and celebrate along with you!
Get Involved
Wildwood Artist Series
SimpleGifts with Billy McLaughlin presents “The Young and the Rest...” A tribute to Neil Young and the rest of your favorite acoustic acts from the 70’s!
When: Saturday, January 25, 7 PM
Where: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center - Mahtomedi High School
Tickets: $35 Adult | $30 Senior | $5 Student
To buy your tickets now, visit: bit.ly/WASTickets2425
Check out these upcoming opportunities to get involved in our school community.
The Middle School Parent Association (MMSPA) is always looking for parent volunteers! If you would like to get involved, contact Megan Reitan at lmreitan@gmail.com
MMS has an Amazon Wish List of a variety of items that we utilize regularly. If you are interested in purchasing anything on the list to help us stay well-stocked, we would appreciate it greatly!
Community Ed. Registration & Class Descriptions: Youth Enrichment and Youth Athletics
MMS Activities Web Page: Information about all the activities offered at MMS
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