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August 2015 Volume 17, Issue 1
McGUIRE MIDDLE SCHOOL Welcome Back to School
Dr. Joshua Alexander Principal 952-232-2201 [email protected]
Ms. Becky Erickson Dean of Students Grade 7 & Grade 8 M-Z 952-232-2233 [email protected]
Mr. Chad Klopp Dean of Students Grade 6 & Grade 8 A-L 952-232-2232 [email protected]
Attendance - 952-232-2218 Health Office – 952-232-2219 Deans’ Office – 952-232-2230 Principal’s Office – 952-232-2201 Fax – 952-469-7224 School – 952-232-2000 School website: www.mms.isd194.k12.mn.us
HOME OF THE COUGARS!
MMS is a partnership of students, families, staff and community committed to excellence and lifelong learning.
McGuire Middle School Mission Statement
Message from the Principal
Dear McGuire Families,
I hope this letter finds your family happy, healthy and enjoying summer. As we get closer to our school year beginning, I want to extend a warm welcome to all returning and new families. I am excited to see everyone in a few short weeks.
During the upcoming school year, we will work diligently to provide your son and daughter an excellent education. McGuire is a special place. It is our honor to work with all of you for the betterment of our students and school. I will continue to communicate in the future with the McGuire community, sending out quarterly “McGuire News” via email and our website.
I do not want to wish summer away; however, Ready-Set-Go is right around the corner. Attached to this website under Parent Resources http://www.mms.isd194.k12.mn.us/pages/McGuire_Middle_School you will find information on:
• Ready-Set-Go date, times and materials • FeePay for Ready-Set-Go (new this year) • Picture packet information (optional web based
format this year for ordering) • 6th grade Jump-Start information • School supply lists • Open house nights
Please contract the school if you ever have questions about anything regarding your child’s progress or school events. Our main number is 952-232-2200.
Sincerely,
Joshua Alexander
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All families are welcome to attend Ready-Set-Go! Parents accompany their students to these sessions. The process will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. Historically, lines are longest at the beginning. Parents are asked to plan accordingly.
Students will be able to: • Have their school pictures taken • Purchase P.E. clothes (one gold/one red) – T-shirt $6.00 each/shorts $12.00 each* • Purchase a planner - $5.00* • Purchase McGuire spirit wear* • Purchase a McGuire Yearbook - $17.00* • Deposit money into their lunch accounts* • Receive their lunch PIN number • Return all completed all forms, specifically your child updated health form • Receive their schedules
*Please note: separate checks will be needed to purchase these items OR use the Fee Pay option.
We look forward to seeing you on: Thursday, August 13 9:00-12:30 a.m. or 1:00-6:00 p.m.
If you are unable to attend, please call 952-232-2201 prior to coming in to pick up schedules.
Yearbooks for Sale Pre-order your McGuire Middle School Yearbook at Ready, Set, Go on Thursday, August 13 for $17.00. Yearbooks must be paid for in advance using FeePay, cash or check (made payable MMS).
School Pictures
School pictures will be taken during Ready, Set, Go on Thursday, August 13. All students must have their picture taken for the school yearbook and Infinite Campus. The LifeTouch picture ordering information is attached at the end of this newsletter. Makeup pictures will be taken on September 11.
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Student Handbook Planners
There are many ways to help your student be successful in middle school. One great tool to use is the student planner. Students are expected to carry it with them to all classes every day throughout the school year. The use of planners encourages communication with your son/daughter on a daily basis about the events of the day. Each student is asked to write down a brief description of what activities took place in each class as well as any assignments. Parental support and involvement is critical in helping students throughout their middle school years. Checking your son/daughter’s planner will show you care, and will assist them with organizational skills, and help support their teachers.
Included in the planner is the student handbook, which informs students of school expectations, school policies, information on clubs and activities, student behavioral consequences, and hall/library passes.
Through the use of a planner, students learn about time management, goal setting, study skills, keeping track of assignments and recording grades. Student planner usage is a lifelong skill we hope all of our students will perfect.
Planners will be available for $5.00 at Ready, Set, Go! or on the first day of school. *Payment can be: FeePay, cash or check.
Grade 6 Jump Start Registrations!
Please send in your Jump Start registrations as soon as possible! You don’t want to miss this fun and informative program! Last day to register is August 4!
McGuire’s Grade 6 Jumpstart Program has two sessions: Session 1: Tuesday, August 18 – 8:00-12:30 Session 2: Wednesday, August 19 – 8:00-12:30
You can mail your form and payment to MMS or drop them off in the main office. If you have questions, please call DeAnn Haugland at 952-232-2201.
Important Parent Orientation Meetings
All parent orientation meetings will begin with a short presentation and overview. This is a change from elementary where parents can come at anytime during the open house. It is important to note start times for the orientation so no information is missed.
Information will be shared with families regarding field trips, parent permission slips, team information regarding specific procedures and expectations. Content specifics from each teacher will also be covered at this time.
Grade 6 Tuesday, September 1, 6:00 p.m. Grade 7 Wednesday, September 2, 6:00 p.m. Grade 8 Thursday, September 3, 6:00 p.m.
Dean Assignments
Dean assignments have changed with the retirement of Mr. Comer. Ms. Erickson will be our 7th grade Dean and will work with 8th grade M-Z students. Mr. Klopp will work with 6th grade & 8th grade A-L students. Please contact your child’s dean if you have questions about academics, social and/or emotional needs, or schedule questions.
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School Hours School begins on Tuesday, September 8, 2015. The school day is from 8:09 a.m.-2:45 p.m. The building opens at 7:00 a.m. Students not riding a bus should be picked up no later than 3:15 p.m.
Student Nutrition
Our school provides healthy meals each day. Students may choose a main and secondary lunch or the daily salad bar. Ala Carte choices are available for students to purchase at an extra cost and are not part of a regular school lunch. School Meal Prices: Secondary Breakfast - $1.60 Middle School Lunch - $2.45 Additional Milk - $0.45 Children qualifying for reduced lunch will be able to purchase a meal for $0.45 and will receive breakfast at no charge.
To apply for free or reduced priced school meals, please complete the application forms for Educational Benefits which can be found on the ISD 194 website at: http://www.isd194.k12.mn.us/pages/Lakeville_SD/Departments/Business_Services/Student_Nutrition/Free___Reduced_Meals_Informati
Please mail or drop off completed form to: ISD 194 Student Nutrition, 8670 210th Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044.
Student Pickup and Drop Off
Parent morning drop off will be in the front of the building. Two lines are formed, with “one way” traffic, in the front of MMS. Afternoon pickup will be by the pool doors in the back of the building. Please do not pickup or drop off your child in the north parking lot.
Attendance Policy
Please take this opportunity to review the McGuire Middle School Procedures about taking your child out of school early during the school day. The procedures can be found in the student planner.
Please send a note with your student on the day you will pick them up early. Students should bring the note to the Attendance office. A parent or guardian must sign out students.
This procedure eliminates interruption of classes, and lengthy wait time for students when their classes are following a different schedule for the day.
We understand sending a note with your child is not always possible. Medical appointments are sometimes made after a child has left for school. In this situation, please call 952-232-2218 as soon as you have the time for leaving school early.
If the need arises for someone other than a parent /guardian to pickup your child, please notify the school in writing. Also, provide a phone number where you can be reached so that we can verify this information.
We appreciate your help in keeping interruptions in the classroom to a minimum and keeping our students safe.
Protection and Privacy of Public Records
Annually, parents/guardians are given public notice of ISD 194 District Policy D-80 (E-70) Protection and Privacy of Public Records. The 515 Protection & Privacy of Student Records policy can be found on the ISD 194 website: http://www.isd194.k12.mn.us/pages/Lakeville_SD/Board_of_Education/Approved_Policies/6362185553016819970/500_STUDENTS. If you would like to request that directory information on your child not be released, please complete Form A (on website). The form must be completed each year and submitted by September 15 to the Office of Human Resources/Administrative Services. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Knutson @ 952-232-2006.
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Lakeville South Homecoming!
Show your Cougar Pride during Spirit Week September 21-25! The Cougars will be hosting Apple Valley for their Homecoming football game @ 7:00 p.m. Join in the fun!
Consectetuer:
Welcome to Our 2015-16 New Staff!
The following new staff members will be joining the MMS team. Please make them welcome to our McGuire family!
Mr. Michael Johnson, Vocal Music Ms. DeAnn Haugland, Office Manager Mr. Chad Klopp, Dean of Students Mr. Kevin Leifeld, Night Lead Custodian Ms. Mysha, Service Dog Ms. Kaitlyn Sevilla, EPIC Ms. Jamie Stockwell, ELA-6
Mr. Chad Klopp 6th Grade Dean & 8th Grade A-L Dean
I am so happy to be working at McGuire Middle School! I graduated from Augsburg College with a Bachelor of Arts in History and completed my Master of Arts and my Administrative License through Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. This will be my first year working for Lakeville Public Schools and I feel very fortunate to be part of such a dynamic district. When I am not working, my favorite thing to do is spend time with my family. My wife and I have three children and enjoy spending time together cooking, going to the North Shore, and exploring the many great restaurants in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Mysha – MMS Service Dog
Mysha is our new service dog at McGuire Middle School. She will be working with our students who need her the most. Mysha is 15 months old and very well trained. She
can turn on lights, open doors and sense low blood sugar levels for those individuals with diabetes. We are excited to have Mysha with us working her magic with kids.
Ms. DeAnn Haugland New Office Manager
McGuire Families, It will be my pleasure serving the staff and families of McGuire Middle School. I transferred from Lakeville South so I bring a lot of Cougar pride with me! My husband and I settled in Farmington after he retired from the U.S. Navy. We grew up in a very small ND town so this area was a great fit for us. Our two grown daughters have blessed us with five grandchildren. There is never a dull moment at our house! Spending time with our grands, quilting, knitting, and sewing are a few things that keep me busy away from work. As I start my 26th year in education, I want to thank you for sharing your children with us. I look forward to getting to MMS families.
New! Visitor Management System
Lakeville Area Public Schools has installed a new Access Control System in our building. The District selected the AiPhone IX Series, an integrated intercom, video camera, and badge printer system, which is currently being used in multiple school districts across the metro. Its visitor management system will allow the District to track visitors to buildings and the purpose for their visit in a database. The improved access controls will provide students and staff with a heightened level of safety and security through individual visitor control.
Good news! The system is very easy to use. Located in the front entry is a Welcome Center Visitor Check In Center. You will swipe your driver’s license in the appropriate slot and a person from the administration office will greet you via the intercom. A visitor badge will print from the visitor center and the door will be unlocked for your entry. Please remember to swipe your license on the way out to check out of the system. Here is a link to watch how easy it really is! http://www.isd194.k12.mn.us/pages/Lakeville_SD/Departments/Security_Emergency_Management/Visitor_Management_System
FeePay
The Lakeville Area Public School District is transitioning to a new online registration system called FeePay. You will be able to make online McGuire purchases including: middle school sports & activity payments, field trips, back-to-school purchases, Community Education classes, etc. A one-stop shop! Once the account profile set-up process is complete, you are ready for future online registrations. Please keep an eye out for upcoming communications to get you rolling!
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Important McGuire Contacts
Administration Dr. Joshua Alexander, Principal 952-232-2201 [email protected] Ms. DeAnn Haugland, Office Manager 952-232-2201 [email protected]
Deans’ Office Mr. Becky Erickson, Dean of Students 952-232-2233 [email protected] Grade 7 & Grade 8 M-Z Mr. Chad Klopp, Dean of Students 952-232-2232 [email protected] Grade 6 & Grade 8 A-L Ms.Sally Schar, Deans’ Secretary 952-232-2230 [email protected] Ms. Margie Price, Attendance/Bookkeeper 952-232-2200 [email protected] Ms. Debra Murphy, Health Office 952-232-2219 [email protected] Report absences: Attendance Line 952-232-2218
Activities Mr. Harry Robbins, Activities Director 952-232-2321 [email protected] Ms. Becky Donner, Activities Secretary 952-232-2320 [email protected]
McGuire Middle School 2015-2016 Calendar of Events
August 13 Ready, Set, Go! – All students 9:00-12:30 & 1:00-6:00
November 17 Parent/Student Conferences (A-M) 4:00-7:30 p.m.
August 18-20 New Teacher Orientation November 19 Parent/Student Conferences (N-Z) 4:00-7:30 p.m.
August 18 Jump Start Session I 8:00-12:30
November 25-27 Thanksgiving Break – no school
August 19 Jump Start Session II 8:00-12:30
December 3 AVID Potluck
August 31-September 3
Inservice and Teacher Planning Days December 24-31 Winter Break – no school
September 1 Grade 6 Parent Information Meeting – 6:00 p.m.
January 1 New Years Day – no school
September 2 Grade 7 Parent Information Meeting – 6:00 p.m.
January 4 School Resumes
September 3 Grade 8 Parent Information Meeting – 6:00 p.m.
January 18 Inservice Day – no school
September 7 Labor Day – No School January 22 End of Quarter 2 September 8 School Starts – 8:09 a.m.- 2:45 p.m. January 25 Teacher Assessment Day – no school September 10 Magazine Fundraiser Kickoff February 3 2 hour late start – 10:09 a.m. September 11 School Pictures – makeup February 10 2 hour late start – 10:09 a.m. September 30 2 hour late start day – 10:09 a.m. February 15 Presidents’ Day – no school
(Potential emergency makeup day) October 2 Butterbraid Kickoff February 29 Parent/Student Conferences October 7 2 hour late start day – 10:09 a.m. March 3 Parent/Student Conferences October 8 Picture retakes March 21-25 Spring Break – no school October 15 Education Minnesota – no school March 28 School Resumes October 16 Education Minnesota – no school March 31 End of Quarter 3 October 20 Butterbraid Orders Due April 1 Teacher Assessment Day – no school October 30 Fall Fling, 3:00-5:30 pm April 15 Extended Spring Break/Q-Comp Day –
no school November 3 Election Day May 26 Presidential Awards – 7:00 p.m. November 5 End of Quarter 1 May 30 Memorial Day – no school November 6 Teacher Assessment Day – no school June 9 Last day of school/End of Quarter 4 November 9 Teacher Inservice Day – no school June 10 Teacher Assessment Day November 12 Butterbraid Delivery Day Go Cougars!
