Mt. Airy Middle School 410-751-3554 102 Watersville Road • Mt. Airy, Maryland 21771 301-829-1314

Fax 410-549-6475

Sharon D. Lilly, Principal Christopher D. Hynes, Assistant Principal

February/March/April 2020

Dear Parents/Guardians, Will second semester give us more snow than we have seen so far this year? I know our students are hoping so! The first half of the year has gone quickly with 6th graders enjoying outdoor school and now settling into the middle school routine. Our 7th graders have shared that their classes are more challenging, but they enjoy the friendships they have developed and their teachers. 8th grade has visited the Career and Tech Center, started selecting their high school courses, and will visit South Carroll this spring. Each grade and age is unique, but our students come together at MAMS in showing kindness to one another, supporting our community, and trying their best to succeed. You send us great students, and we appreciate it! Our students in the Student Government Association have planned a competitive and entertaining evening of Family Feud for students and families to attend. Not to be left out, our PTO is excited to offer a FREE showing of Screenagers, Next Chapter on February 28th. Paired with the Used Book Sale, this should be a fun and informative night. Join us to learn more about how technology has integrated into every facet of our daily lives and impacts our students. This school year, we have seen an increase in students using cell phones during the school day; our staff redirects them to power off and put away. Proper utilization and application of technology can help students academically and more importantly, prepare them for college or the work force. In this day and age, students have to make challenging technological decisions on a daily basis and may need extra support to navigate situations that arise; we appreciate your support in encouraging your students to ‘unplug’ while at school. State standardized testing season is around the corner! MISA testing is scheduled for March 10th-13th for our 8th grade students. MCAP testing (formerly known as PARCC) will begin in April. These tests have changed this year so that the test sections themselves are shorter, but each test will be four sections instead of three. Our goal is to minimize the impact of the assessment on regular routines and class times. Please check the calendar on the following page to see when your student will test. Try to avoid students arriving late to school or having appointments on their test dates. Our counselors share some testing tips on page 14 of the newsletter! These tests are important because they give us information about how students are progressing through grade level standards, how they are growing from one year to the next, and how our school measures against others in our county and state. Learning resilience and perseverance on these types of standardized assessments will benefit students in high school. Please encourage your child to get a good night’s sleep and eat a healthy breakfast on the days of testing. With your help, we anticipate Mt. Airy Middle’s continued success. Shortly after the close of the second quarter, we will recognize students for their academic success and for Living the Vision. Each team coordinates the recognition and considers input from students for the awarding of Vision T-Shirts. In addition, at this point in the year we will recognize students who have had perfect attendance and who have earned more than 50 hours of community service with Vision T-shirts. Our fall school-wide service projects of the Can Drive and Toys for Tots were a success; look for information in the beginning of March about our A is for Africa program which supports the Matim School in Tanzania, an ongoing partnership that involves our clubs in service to others. I would like to thank all of our families who support these collections and assist us to promote citizenship with our students. Upcoming events are on the next page — look for a permission slip for our winter after school “Bulldog Bash” for all students on February 7th! See you at the Bulldog Dash on April 4th! I’m running for the BLUE teams this year, and Mr. Hynes says, “GO GOLD!” It’s going to be a blast! Sincerely yours, Sharon Lilly

Fourth Annual Bulldog Dash 5K

To register for the run, click here.

Please see the next page for additional information.

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Upcoming Events

February 02/04—PTO Vocelli Pizza Fundraiser; mention MAMS all day 02/04—Reports cards distributed 02/07—Bulldog Bash, 6-8th grade; after school until 5:00pm 02/12—PTO Chipotle Restaurant Night; 4:00-8:00pm 02/17—Schools/Offices Closed; President’s Day 02/19—PTO Meeting; 7:00pm 02/21—SGA Family Feud Game Night; 6:30-8:30pm 02/28—PTO Used Book Sale; 6:00-7:00pm 02/28—PTO presents Screenagers Next Chapter; 7:00pm 02/29—PTO Used Book Sale; 9:00am-2:00pm

March 03/03—PTO Vocelli Pizza Fundraiser; mention MAMS all day 03/06—Early Dismissal for Students @ 12:15pm 03/09—A is for Africa Kick Off! 03/10-13—8th grade MISA (Science) Testing; 9:50-11:30am 03/18—PTO Meeting; 7:00pm 03/23—Spring Picture Day 03/23—8th Grade Panoramic Picture 03/25—Outstanding Teacher Awards @ Winters Mill HS; 6:00pm

April 04/03—Battle of the Books @ Westminster HS; 6:30pm 04/04—Bulldog Dash; 9am Register here 04/06—Marking period ends. Early Dismissal @ 12:15 pm 04/06—8th grade ELA MCAP Testing; 9:10-11:05am 04/07-09—8th grade ELA MCAP Testing; 9:50-11:30am 04/10-13—Schools/Offices Closed; Spring Break 04/14—Schools Reopen 04/14-17—7th grade ELA MCAP Testing; 8:20-10:20am 04/15—PTO Meeting; 7:00pm 04/20-21, 23, 24—6th grade ELA MCAP Testing; 8:20-10:50am 04/22—Carroll County Special Olympics 04/24—Spring Musical; 7:00pm 04/25—Spring Musical; 3:30pm & 7:00pm 04/27—7th grade Math MCAP Testing; 8:20-10:20pm 04/28—Schools/Offices Closed; Primary Election Day 04/29-05/01—7th grade Math MCAP Testing; 8:20-10:20pm

May 05/05-08—8th grade Math/Algebra MCAP Testing; 9:50-11:30am 05/12-15—6th grade Math MCAP Testing; 8:30-10:50am 05/12—8th grade County Track and Field Meet 05/13—7th grade County Track and Field Meet 05/19-22—8th grade Government MCAP Testing; 9:50-11:30am 05/25—Schools/Offices Closed; Memorial Day 05/27—7th and 8th grade Chorus Concert; 7pm 05/28—6th grade Band, Orchestra and Chorus Concert; 7pm 05/29—7th & 8th grade Band & Orchestra Concert; 7pm

Emergency Closing Days

If any of the (3) emergency closing days are not used, the last day for student and staff are as listed below: One (1) day not used — Last Student Day - June 11, Last Staff Day - June 12 Two (2) days not used — Last Student Day - June 10, Last Staff Day - June 11 Three (3) days not used — Last Student Day - June 9, Last Staff Day - June 10 In the event that the school year is shortened due to unused emergency closing days, the last student day will be a two-hour and forty-five minutes early dismissal. The one-day immediately following the last student day will serve as a professional day for teachers. If a fourth (4th) emergency closing day is used, the school year may be extended to include Monday, June 15, 2020 as the last student day and will be a two-hour and forty-five minutes early dismissal. If additional emergency days are needed, the Board will request a waiver from the requirement that the school year end no later than June 15, allowing make-up days to be scheduled beyond this date.

BULLDOG BASH

Dear Students and Parents: Join us to celebrate the “Halfway Point” through the year school—we will have tons of fun on Friday, February 7th. All students are invited to attend immediately after school until 5:00 pm. Students can enjoy playing organized sports in the gym, ping-pong or board games, and dancing in the cafeteria! Pizza, drinks, candy, and snacks will be available for sale during the event. Pizza is pre-ordered, but cash is required for drinks or candy. Administrators, staff, and parents will chaperone students. The admission cost for the Bulldog Bash is $5.00. Tickets will be sold in the cafeteria during lunch Monday through Wednesday, 2/3-2/5. Tickets will NOT be sold at the door. Students will need to bring a signed permission slip (found below) to purchase a ticket. The Bulldog Bash is open to Mt. Airy Middle School students only. Sincerely, Sharon D. Lilly Principal

“BULLDOG BASH” PERMISSION SLIP

My student _________________________ has my permission to attend the Bulldog Bash. Date: Friday, February 7th Place: Mt. Airy Middle School – gym, cafeteria Time: Immediately after school until 5:00 p.m. Admission: $5.00 and this permission slip.

Tickets must be purchased in advance during lunch from February 3rd through February 5th. Pizza slices must also be purchased in advance with tickets for $2.50/slice.

_____# of pizza slices purchased

I agree that while attending the Bulldog Bash, I will abide by all school rules.

_______________________________ ______________________________ Student Signature Student’s Homeroom

I understand that the Bulldog Bash is open only to students currently enrolled at Mt. Airy

Middle School. I will arrange for my child to be picked up promptly at 5:00 p.m.

________________________________ Parent Signature

Join us for the fourth annual Bulldog Dash 5K

presented by

Mount Airy Middle School PTO!

Have you heard all the hype about this year's Bulldog Dash 5K? The

Blue and Gold teams are in a stiff competition with Ms. Lilly leading

the Blue Team and Mr. Hynes leading the Gold Team! Which team

will claim the most registrations?

Our fourth annual Bulldog Dash 5K may still be two months away,

but some of our lowest prices of the season are happening right

now. You can save up to $25 when you register the entire family or

a group of friends at the same time. Learn more and register

at https://runsignup.com/bd5k. This year we will be hosting

additional events such as a basketball shoot-off competition, mini

race for 5 & under, and face painting!

And remember, your registration is more than an entry into the

Bulldog Dash 5K. It also directly supports programs that foster safe,

fun, educational and memorable experiences for current and future

Mount Airy Middle School students.

Can’t run? Donate instead! Share this link with friends and family:

https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/MD/MountAiry/

MountAiryMiddleSchoolBulldogDash5K

We hope to see you on the 2020 Bulldog Dash 5K start line April 4th!

PTO News

THE MAMS PTO Used Book Sale is Back! Do you have books you would like to donate?

Book Collection will be held Feb 10-21 at the following locations: * Parr’s Ridge Elementary School * Mount Airy Elementary School * Winfield Elementary School * Mount Airy Middle School * Health Unlimited We are not accepting activity books, text books, reference books, or books in poor condition. The Used Book Sale will be held on the following dates: * Feb 28 from 6-7pm before a showing of Screenagers Next Chapter (snacks/pizza available for purchase) * Feb 29 from 9am-2pm (snacks available for purchase) Sign up here to volunteer to help: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409084caead2fa2f49-mams1

!!Mount Airy Middle School HoopSwagg socks will also be available for purchase!!

JOIN US FOR Screenagers Next Chapter Friday, February 28 at 7pm

The first part of Screenagers was shown several years ago and was a big hit. Understanding the effect screen time has on our children is an important issue we are all facing. Click on the link below to register and learn more about the movie. This is open to the public but MAMS parents have first access. Tickets are FREE! Donations are always appreciated!!!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER for Screenagers Next Chapter

Our Hershey Park Ticket Sale has begun! Students were given an

order form to bring home. We’ve included the form in the newsletter plus there are extra forms in the office. Tickets are $40.95 each, a 45% discount over the gate price. This year we are accepting both personal checks and Venmo payments. No cash. Make checks payable to MAMS - PTO. Please make sure you circle your payment method on the order form. Sale will end Tuesday, March 18. Tickets will be distributed on/or before the week of April 20, 2020. If you have any questions, please contact Kelley Gapen at kelleygapen@gmail.com. Have a great time at the Sweetest Place on Earth!

Get your 2019-2020 Yearbook! Order and pay online at:

https://ybpay.lifetouch.com

Our Yearbook ID code is 11156220

Would you like to be able to look back on your wonderful middle school memories?

If so, get your yearbook today!

*The deadline to order online is April 20!

Questions? Contact Ms. Chenoweth @ lncheno@carrollk12.org

Congratulations to:

Armin S. (6th Gr), Kyle D. (7th Gr) and Joe D. (8th Gr) who are this

year’s Carson Scholar finalists.

the members of the All County Ensemble:

Band: Madeline B., Adam H., Dominic J., Thomas J.,

Joel. L., Cal S.

Orchestra: Kaylee B., Sophia B., Ryan D., Camellia G.,

Alexis M., Rohan N., Georgia R., Rebecca R., Sadie U.,

Santana L. who was selected as a winner of the “Champions of

Courage” essay competition. He can be seen reading his essay on

Baltimore TV stations at various times throughout February.

Marisa O. wrote an essay for the Patriot’s Pen Essay Competition,

placing 1st at the Westminster VFW Post for her age group, for the

second year in a row. A few weeks ago, she placed 1st in the

District and will go on to the State Competition.

MAMS National Geography Bee Finalists:

6th Grade: Skyla E., Tony R., Ben W.,

7th Grade: Thomas R., Cal S., Michael V.

8th Grade: Joe D., Clark H., Nate M., Zach M.

Congratulations to Joe D. for being the school’s winner and

Clark H. for being the runner up. Joe D. will be moving to the

next level of competition!

Mt. Airy Drama Club presents

Mary Poppins Jr.

Friday, April 24 at 7 pm

Saturday, April 25 at 3:30pm and 7pm

Your favorite practically perfect nanny takes center stage in this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious adventure based on the award-winning Broadway musical and classic Walt Disney film.

The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again. Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures, but Jane and Michael aren't the only ones upon whom she has a profound effect. Even grown-ups can learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises that "Anything can happen if you let it."

Nurse’s Notes

BRRR...It’s cold outside.

In light of the recent cold weather, it is important for students to dress appropriately for

the weather. Emergencies do arise during the school day where students may need to leave

the school building or their school bus and could be exposed to freezing temperatures for a

period of time. For example, the student’s school bus could breakdown en route to or from

school or an unplanned evacuation of the school building due to a facility malfunction may

occur.

Normally, fire drills are not performed on days that would put a student at risk for

hypothermia. Frost bite can occur when temperatures are below freezing and wind chills are

expected. Hypothermia can occur in as little as 5-10 minutes when skin is exposed to extreme

cold weather.

A good rule of thumb-if temperatures are 32 degrees or below, proper attire should be

worn. (Long pants, heavy coats, hats, gloves).

Hypothermia and frostbite can be serious, frostbite is irreversible.

ATTENTION PARENTS:

SCHOOL VACCINE REQUIREMENTS 2020-2021

Current 6th grade students (who will be entering 7th grade in 2020)

These students will need the following:

1. MCV4 (Meningococcal) Vaccine

2. Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis—Whooping Cough)

Contact your child’s health care provider for immunizations, and proof of immunization to

meet the entry requirements for students entering 7th grade.

After students have received the required immunizations, please provide documentation to

Nurse Trumpler. We will need documentation from your physician or an immunization form.

This can be faxed, scanned, e-mailed or dropped off by a parent or student.

Any student not in compliance by the start of school, September 2020, will be excluded

from school. Students may return to school when documentation of the required

immunizations is provided to the school nurse.

Please contact the school nurse with any questions:

Phone: 401-751-3554

E-mail: pjtrump@carrollk12.org

Fax: 410-549-6475

MAMS’ Foodi Club iS CoMpiling a cookbook!

Recipes are being collected from students, staff and families, past and present. If

interested in contributing to the cookbook, please email your recipe (attached in a Word document) to trsipes@carrollk12.org. Be sure to include your name & your child’s first & last name.

*We still could use a few recipes, especially in the areas of Appetizers, Breads and Rolls, Main Dish, Soup and Salad and Vegetable/ Sides.

If interested in purchasing a cookbook when they are published, please respond to the email address above. The cookbook will cost between $10.00 - over 100 orders and $15.00 - under 100 orders.

Please submit your order requests and recipes no later than 12pm on February 10th.

It takes nine weeks for the printers to process. Thank you!

Project Linus Blanketeers

Donations of 1-1/2 yards of blizzard fleece are needed for the 8th Grade Linus Project. Happy prints for school age students would be greatly appreciated. We are also in need of new or gently used fabric scissors. If you are able to sharpen scissors, your help would be greatly appreciated; a lot of our scissors no longer cut the fleece due to dull blades. Please send them to Mrs. Lantz, Family and Consumer Science Teacher.

MAMS Book Warriors Our Book Warriors are enthusiastically and diligently at work preparing for the Battle of the Books to be held at Westminster High School on Friday, April 5th at 6:30pm. We are taking the field with more teams than ever before, each coached by a faculty member. We thank everyone for their dedication. Come cheer us on!

Leo’s Club

The Leo’s Club was very busy during the holiday season. Together with

the Lion’s club, we helped over 20 families have a nice meal for

Thanksgiving. An additional 18 families received food and presents for

their celebrated holiday later in December.

One Thursday evening a month, we will continue to help with God’s Kitchen.

We also have some springtime events coming up. Parents/guardians, watch

for an email coming out with information in the next few weeks.

Please remember to submit service learning forms either in paper form or

online. Mrs. Bohle keeps track of who participated in each event, however

it is the responsibility of the student to submit the proper paperwork.

Thank you for continuing to support our community as well as your student

in the Leo’s club!!

11 Test Taking Strategies:

Eat a good breakfast the morning of the test.

Get a restful nights sleep the night before the test.

Gather all the necessary materials allowed on the test.

Follow all directions on the test and given by the teacher.

Use your time wisely when completing long sections of the test.

Eliminate answers you know are wrong.

Make an educated guess.

Skip difficult questions and come back to them at the end.

Read the question as well as your answer choices before completing the

question.

Double check your answers before submitting the test.

Try your best and be proud of yourself.

Resources:

GreatSchools Staff | August 7, 2013 P. article. (n.d.). Study skills for middle

school and beyond. Retrieved from https://www.greatschools.org/gk/articles/

study-skills-for-middle-school-and-beyond/

Study Skills / Lesson 4- Standardized Test Taking Strategies (15 Test

Taking Strategies PowerPoint). (2019). Retrieved January 17, 2020, from

https://www.bcbe.org/Page/9519

Counseling Office

Mr. Tom Canfield- 6 Blue, 8th Grade Mrs. Courtney Bohle- 6 Gold, 7th Grade

HELPFUL TIPS...

Student Drop off Time: Students may be dropped off at school beginning at 7:55am. No supervision will be provided prior to 7:55am. Any student arriving after 8:15am will be considered tardy and should report to the office for a Tardy Slip. Students who are tardy must enter at the visitor entrance.

Reporting Absences: If your student will be absent or late to school in the morning, please call or send an email by 8:30am to avoid getting an automated absent call. Emails must be addressed to mamattendance@carrollk12.org. When reporting in this manner, please include; student’s full name, grade, homeroom teacher, date, reason for absence, and parent’s name and contact information. If you do not report a student absent by email or phone, the students are required to present a note signed by a parent or legal guardian substantiating a reason for the absence. Notes should be brought in on the day the student returns to school.

Early Dismissals: Parents wishing to pick up their student may do so with permission from the parent and approval from the school. Requests should be in writing and should be brought by the student to the sign-in desk upstairs by 8:15am. Parents must sign out students in the office. If parents wish for someone else to pick up their son or daughter, there must be a written request. Anyone picking up a student should be prepared to present a photo ID.

If you change your work or home phone numbers, please send the changes, in writing, to the school office. In the event of a move, we will also require proof of residency in the form of a recent utility/cable bill, a signed lease or rental agreement or a mortgage statement or bill.

Students are permitted to have one am and one pm bus stop. In case of an emergency, students may request to ride a different bus or to get off at a different stop. Notes must be provided from the receiving and sending parents stating the reason for the request and must be given to the school office for approval. If a request is denied, parents of the student requesting the change will be notified.

Legal Custody of Children: It is extremely important to keep the school informed of any custody agreements concerning your child. An official court order or court document is required to establish guidelines for custody and/or restrictions. Please contact the school immediately if there is any change in the custody situation of your child.

Visitors to the building: In order to make our school the safest environment possible for both students and staff, we require that all volunteers and visitors wear an ID badge while in the school. As always, everyone must check into the main office upon entering the building. Parents are not permitted to go back to the classrooms without an administrator’s approval

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Board of Education of Carroll County does not engage in discrimination that is unlawful or contrary to Maryland State Department of Education guidance on the basis of age, color, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, ancestry or national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The Board of Education of Carroll County is firmly committed to creating equal employment and educational opportunities for all persons by providing an environment that supports optimal academic achievement and productive work and is free from any form of unlawful discrimination, including access to school facilities, educational programs, and extracurricular activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 125 North Court Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157, (410) 751-3070.

ADA ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Carroll County Public Schools (CCPS) does not discriminate on the basis of disability in employment or the provision of services, programs or activities. Persons needing auxiliary aids and services for communication should contact the Communications Office at 410-751-3020 or publicinfo@carrollk12.org, or write to Carroll County Public Schools, 125 North Court Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157. Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, may use Relay or 7-1-1. Please contact the school system at least one (1) week in advance of the date the special accommodation is needed.

Information concerning the Americans with Disabilities Act is available from the Director of Facilities Management,

(410) 751-3177, or the Communications Officer, (410) 751-3020, 125 North Court Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.

SAVE THE DATE

Carroll County Public Schools

Community Health and Wellness Fair

Thursday, February 13, 2020

6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Winters Mill High School

(Snow date – Wednesday, March 18)

The evening will feature guest speakers and community resources on health and

wellness issues facing our youth, including anxiety, depression, substance abuse,

and more.

Families are encouraged to attend. Childcare will be provided.

Navigating Difficult Waters Together

Supporting, Empowering, and Communicating with Today’s

Youth

Carroll County Public Schools

Summer Enrichment

Program Booklet 2020

“TAKE ONE- GET ONE FREE!!!”

Mr. Dick Thompson, SEP Program Coordinator, will be teaching a free class during Ses-sion 1 of the 2020 CCPS Summer Enrichment Program. This course will be offered at the Friendship Valley site (June 29-July 10) from 10:45 - 1:00. In order to qualify, a student must have completed either Grade 4 or 5 this current school year and must sign up for another class in either Session 1 or Session 2 of our SEP Program at the regular tuition fee. For 38 years, Mr. Thompson taught 7th Grade at West Middle School. Since his retire-ment, he has been volunteering and teaching classes at Medfield Heights Elementary School in Baltimore City in Grades 2, 4, and 5. Mr. Thompson has adapted his favorite unit and will be offering it as a free class during Session 1 of our SEP Program. The course (#001) is enti-tled:

“GODS, MYSTERIES, HEROES AND MONSTERS OF

GREEK MYTHOLOGY – Part 2”

This is a continuation of Part one which was taught last year. New students who did not take Part One can register but need to have some basic background or interest in Greek mythology. Take a trip back in time to the most fantastic world you will ever visit, Greek Mythology. In this unit, students will: A. Review the Greek gods and goddesses and basic myths B. Learn about the ancient Olympics C. Accompany Hercules as he tries to complete his twelve labors and Achilles as he attempts to conquer Troy! D. Compare Greek Mythology to modern day characters, stories, And movies like Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, And Star Wars E. Learn about Greek democracy and its influence on our own government JOIN US ON THE ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME!! How To Register:

Email Mr. Thompson immediately to reserve a space. Don’t wait until you send in your registration form, as the class will be limited to 15-20 students and is “first come-first served”. (rwthomp@carrollk12.org) Note that about 12 spaces in the class have al-ready been taken, so space is very limited. Mr. Thompson will confirm your email and enroll you in the class.

Winter, 2020 Dear Parents and Students: Welcome to the 2020 Carroll County Summer Enrichment Program. We welcome those new to the program in addition to those returning for another year. There will be a nine-day session at Friendship Valley Elementary, followed by a nine-day session at Eldersburg Elementary School. Any student in any area may sign-up for any course as long as they are in the appropri-ate grade. Some of the courses will be repeated at both sessions and a few will be exclusive to one session only.

Session 1 (2 weeks): June 29 - July 10 Session 2 (2 weeks): July 14 – July 24 (Set up day for teachers – July

13)

Note: Session 2 begins on a Tuesday. Monday, July 13th will be a set-up day for teachers only.

The registration fee will be $135.00. Checks should be made out to, “Carroll County Public Schools - Summer Enrichment Program.” Please read carefully the page on registration so that you can register quickly and effectively. Also, note that students taking two classes (8:00-10:15 and 10:45-1:00) should bring a snack. There will be a teacher-supervised snack time from 10:15-10:45 at each session. Send the check, application and medical form to: Debbie Clark Carroll County Public Schools 125 N. Court Street Westminster, MD 21157 We look forward to having you participate in the 2020 Carroll County Public Schools Summer Enrichment Program. Sincerely, _________________ Mr. Dick Thompson Coordinator Carroll County Summer Enrichment Program

Parents should: A. Place check marks in column 2 of the sign-up sheet for the course or courses their child would like to take. B. Please fill out a separate application for each course taught during the first ses- sion (Friendship Valley - June 29 - July 10), and a separate application for each course taught at the second session – (Eldersburg - July 14 - 24). C. Fill out the applications neatly in blue or black ink. Remember to sign your name at the bottom of the application. D. Each course is $135.00. Please make checks payable to: Carroll County Public Schools - Summer Enrichment Program. E. Students should return the application forms, sign-up sheet, medical form and registration fee to their teacher by Friday, March 6, 2020. Teachers should return all registration information to: Debbie Clark at the Carroll County Board of Education Dick Thompson will process applications and mail registration confirmation to parents by mid-April. BE SURE TO BRING YOUR CONFIRMATION LETTER ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS FOR EASY REF-ERENCE!

Schedule of Courses 2020 Carroll County Summer Enrichment Program

Session One

Friendship Valley Elementary School - (June 29 - July 10)

Course 001- “Gods, Mysteries, Heroes and Monsters of Greek Mythology

Part 2” (see page 1)

Course 101 - “Diving Deeper Into Literature”- Grades 1 & 2 (10:45 - 1:00)

The two-week course will focus on helping students comprehend picture books and picture

storybooks at a deeper level. Children will be engaged in fun, challenging activities that

promote critical thinking, stimulate creativity, and build vocabulary by experiencing rich

literature. The children will also learn that picture storybooks convey messages through

two media, the art of illustrating and the art of writing.

Course 102 - “Exploring with Math” - Kindergarten & Grade 1 (10:45 – 1:00)

The class will have various opportunities to work cooperatively in solving problems

through hands-on activities. Other math skills and concepts covered are geometry, meas-

urement, estimating, patterns, and logical reasoning.

Course 103 - “Creative and Scientific Thinking” - Grade 2 (8:00 - 10:15)

“Creative and Scientific Thinking” is designed to involve students in surface tension, esti-

mating, logic problems, puzzles, a metric decathlon, calculators, simple machines, origami,

probability and rigidity. Additional science experiments will be demonstrated for students

to recreate at home.

Course 104 - “Animal Kingdom” - Kindergarten (10:45 – 1:00)

Travel around the earth learning about animals. Students will explore various habitats to

enhance their knowledge about the animals found on Earth through literature, music,

technology, art and creative dramatization. Students will need to bring an empty cereal

box, a jar lid, and a clothes hanger.

Course 105 - “Creative and Scientific Thinking” - Grade 3 (8:00 - 10:15)

Students will be involved in many activities that develop thinking skills by “doing.” Each

day students will solve problems using various thinking strategies. Creative projects will

stimulate the imagination. Investigate lab activities using scientific procedures that will

extend and enrich the school year curriculum. Each day will end with a scientific demon-

stration to spark imagination and curiosity. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS IF YOU HAD

THE 2ND GRADE CLASS LAST YEAR.

Course 106 - “Playwriting” - Grades 3-5 (10:45 – 1:00)

We will write plays and other literary forms, read one another’s plays, and learn about cre-

ating dialogue, setting, conflict and unique characters in drama and in other forms of writ-

ing. Our two- week class will culminate in a performance/sharing of our best original

work. No prior theatrical experience needed, just a love for trying new things!

Course 107 - “Disasters” – Grades 3 & 4 (10:45 – 1:00)

Tornadoes! Hurricanes! Volcanoes! Tsunamis! Earthquakes! Learn about what

Causes them, where they occur, and what are the biggest ones ever. We will read about

them, use the internet, watch videos, and do activities!! Join us for a truly disastrous expe-

rience!

Course 108 - “Awesome Architecture!” - Grades 4 & 5 (8:00 - 10:15)

The goal of this course is to learn about architecture and discover how to look at the

buildings around you. Students will be introduced to the work of the famous American

architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. Activities will include comparing designs of different

buildings, reading architecture plans, building models of skyscrapers and suspension

bridges, and designing cities. Join us as we stretch our minds and imaginations, reaching

for the skies!

Course 110 – “Creative Dramatics” - Grades 3 - 5 (8:00 - 10:15)

For all of our aspiring performers who want to sail pirate ships or fly with Peter Pan, or

just enjoy a little time travel, consider a class that invites you to jump in feet first to your

favorite stories. We’ll learn about acting, projecting our voices, and most of all, STRETCH-

ING OUR IMAGINATIONS!

Course 113 - “Ports of Call - ESPANOL!” - Grades 2 & 3 (8:00-10:15)

This course is designed to give students an introduction to the Spanish language and cul-

ture. Students will learn greetings, basic vocabulary, geography, and culture.

Course 115 - “Crazy, Creative Computer Fun” - Grades 4 & 5 (8:00 – 10:15)

Do you love computers, but you want to learn more than just how to play games? Are you

curious about how to get actual photographs and drawings into your stories and class pro-

jects? If so, this is the class for you! In this class, you will learn how to develop a multime-

dia project, with graphics, sound, and animation using Kid Pix and Power Point. You will

be taught how to use a digital camera and how to incorporate your own pictures and photo-

graphs into a document. Using Microsoft Word, you will learn how to use word processing,

drawing, and painting tools.

Save stories, drawings, photographs, and reports you have completed at school or home

and bring them to this computer class to jolt them to life in the multimedia presentation

you will create. Get ready to have fun!

Course 118 - “Musical Theater” - Grades 1 – 4 (8:00 – 10:15 & 10:45 – 1:00)

Note that a different musical is presented each year, so students may take the

class four consecutive years if they wish!

This two-week session will instruct children in the art of musical and theatrical perfor-

mance. Skills include: musical interpretation, expression, pronunciation, proper singing

techniques, acting, voice projection, stage presence, scenery production, and general group

cooperation. The session will culminate in a full production of a children’s musical.

Course 119 – “What’s Buggin’ You?” – Grades K (8:00 – 10:15)

Come along and explore the fascinating world of bugs. We will learn about Arthropods, Iso-

pods, Diplopods, Piplopods and Arachnids. We’ll discuss why some are good and some are

bad. We will also discuss how to observe bugs in a safe way, showing respect to these important

creatures. We’ll have fun creating models of them, singing about them, and reading good literature

as well!

Course 121 – “Statistics and Probability” – Grades 1 & 2 (8:00 – 10:15)

Probability is concerned with choices that are based on the likelihood of an event. Children will en-

gage in probability activities that promote their thinking and reasoning skills. Children will associ-

ate the terms likely, not likely, more likely, and less likely when making choices related to their

experiments. Children will learn to collect, organize, and draw generalizations (inferences) from

data gathered in the experiments. Children will also learn that analyzing data can be helpful for

making predictions and that some sample size has an effect on making generalizations (inferences).

Session Two

Eldersburg Elementary School – (July 14 – July 24)

(NOTE: THESE CLASSES BEGIN ON A TUESDAY.

MONDAY, JULY 13, IS A SET-UP DAY FOR TEACHERS!)

Course 201 - “Exploring with Math”- Kindergarten & Grade 1 (10:45 - 1:00)

The class will have various opportunities to work cooperatively in solving problems through hands-

on activities. Other math skills and concepts covered are geometry, measurement, estimating, pat-

terns, and logical reasoning.

Course 202 - “Creative and Scientific Thinking” - Grade 2 (8:00 - 10:15)

“Creative and Scientific Thinking” is designed to involve students in surface tension, estimating,

logic problems, puzzles, a metric decathlon, calculators, simple machines, origami, probability and

rigidity. Additional science experiments will be demonstrated for students to recreate at home.

Course 203 - “Biographies”- Kindergarten (8:00 - 10:15)

Students will apply language arts skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening) to learn about fa-

mous people such as Galileo and Lou Gerhrig, around the world. They will also enjoy using art

skills to respond to their learning. They will have musical, theatrical, and artistic avenues for

learning. This class is designed so that students will reinforce literacy learning in the summer, but

integrated with other subjects. FUN on many levels of learning!

Course 204 - “Creative and Scientific Thinking” - Grade 3 (8:00 - 10:15)

Students will be involved in many activities that develop thinking skills by “doing.” Each day stu-

dents will solve problems using various thinking strategies. Creative projects will stimulate the

imagination. Investigate lab activities using scientific procedures that will extend and enrich the

school year curriculum. Each day will end with a scientific demonstration to spark imagination and

curiosity. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS IF YOU TOOK THE 2ND GRADE CLASS LAST

YEAR.

Course 205 - “Diving Deep Into Literature” - Grades 1 & 2 (10:45 - 1:00)

The two week course will focus on helping students comprehend picture books and

picture storybooks at a deeper level. Children will be engaged in fun, challenging activities

that

promote critical thinking, stimulate creativity, and build vocabulary by experiencing rich lit-

erature. The children will also learn that picture storybooks convey messages through two

media, the art of illustrating and the art of writing.

Course 206 - “Creative Dramatics”- Grades 3, 4, and 5 (8:00 – 10:15)

Ever pretend you were a color or somebody’s bedroom slippers? Ever want to take a trip to

the moon or the zoo without ever leaving the room? Students will find out how to do these

things and more. At the end of two weeks, friends and families will be invited to see students

perform.

Course 207- “Science for Exiting Kindergartners” - K (10:45 - 1:00)

During this two-week class, students will have the opportunity to extend learning from the

new science curriculum. The three units of study in Kindergarten included: The Science of

Everyday Things, The Earth and Sky, and Living Things. Students will use hands on meth-

ods to continue their learning in these areas. Examples of some activities: making their own

weather Station, building a terrarium, and exploring the school environment to apply scien-

tific knowledge. Each student needs to bring: 2-2 liter soda bottles (empty, clean, and clear), 1

small pizza box (e.g., Domino’s, Pizza Hut), and several miscellaneous items (2 plastic 16 oz

water bottles, tissue tubes, etc., to build an object with motion.)

Course 209 - “Sportsmania!” - Grades 1 & 2 (10:45 – 1:00)

From basketball to lacrosse to X-Games, this course is designed to inform students on the his-

tory and basic skills of various sports in our culture today. Students will have opportunities

in the class to demonstrate and refine their own athletic abilities! Those registering will use

equipment that they already own at home as well as equipment provided in class. If attend-

ance and participation permit, we may schedule a field trip to STRATOSPHERE, a trampo-

line park in Eldersburg.

Course 211 - “Advanced Topics in Art - Elementary” - Grades 3, 4, 5 (8:00 – 10:15 and

10:45 – 1:00)

An art course that goes above and beyond the elementary art class. Students will experience

a variety of media and techniques. These may include drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture,

printmaking, crafts, and collage! If participation and interest warrant, a field trip to The

Baltimore Museum of Art may be planned.

Course 212- “Ports of Call - FRANCAIS!” - Grades 2, 3 & 4 (8:00-10:15)

Bonjour, mes Amis! (Hello, my friends!) All aboard. The next Port of Call is France!

Spend nine days in a faraway land. Come join us to learn about the culture, land, and

language of this beautiful country. Experience the people, holidays, and food of the region.

Course 213 - “Musical Theater” - Grades 3 – 8 (10:45 – 1:00)

This nine-day session is for students who are interested in musical theater. As a part of this

experience, students will prepare a 30-minute musical with dialogue, staged songs, a set,

props, lighting, lead roles, and lots of fun. Our culminating experience will be a presentation

of the musical on the last day.

Course 216 - “Around the World in Nine Days”- Grades 1, 2, & 3

(8:00 – 10:15 and 10:45 – 1:00)

You will need to bring your smile for your passport to visit nine countries throughout the

world. They are England, France, China, The U.S.A. Egypt, Mexico, Australia, Germany,

and Scotland. Students will build an understanding of each culture through plays, music,

books, crafts, games, and food. Come and join us as we journey around the globe.

Since the countries each year are different, you may take the class again even if

you enrolled last summer!

Course 217 - “Calling All Authors - This One’s for You!” - Grades 1 & 2

(10:45 - 1:00)

Does your child love to write? Would he/she be proud to write a book or two this summer?

Through the use of author studies, students will have the opportunity to better under-

stand author craft and emulate their favorite author’s style with teacher support and

guidance.

Course Registration Chart- Friendship Valley Session 1: June 29 – July 10, 2020

Note classes and times for which you are registering

(1)

(2)

Time

Location

Course

Grade

Completed in 2020

10:45 - 1:00 p.m.

Friendship Valley Elementary

101. “Diving Deep Into Liter-ature”

1, 2

10:45 – 1:00 p.m.

Friendship Valley Elementary

102. Exploring with Math

K, 1

8:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Friendship Valley Elementary

103. Creative & Scientific Thinking

2

10:45-1:00 a.m.

Friendship Valley Elementary

104. “Animal Kingdom”

K

8:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Friendship Valley Elementary

105. “Creative & Scientific Thinking”

3

10:45 – 1:00 p.m.

Friendship Valley Elementary

106.” Playwriting”

3, 4, 5

10:45 – 1:00 p.m.

Friendship Valley Elementary

107.” DISASTERS!!!! “

3, 4

8:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Friendship Valley Elementary

108.” Awesome Architec-ture!”

4, 5

8:00- 10:15 a.m.

Friendship Valley Elementary

110. “Creative Dramatics” 3,4,5

8:00-10:15 a.m. Friendship Valley

Elementary

119. “What’s Buggin’ You?”

K

8:00 - 10:15 a.m. Friendship Valley Elementary

121. “Statistics & Probabil-ity”

1, 2

8:00 - 10:15 a.m. Friendship Valley Elementary

115. “Crazy, Creative, Com-puter Fun”

4, 5

8:00 -10:15 a.m. or 10:45-1:00 p.m.

Friendship Valley

Elementary

118. Musical Theater 1, 2, 3, 4

8:00-10:15 a.m. Friendship Valley Elementary

113. “Ports of Call -

ESPANOL”

2,3,4

Course Registration Chart – Eldersburg Elementary Session 2: July 14 – 24, 2020

NOTE THAT MONDAY, JULY 13 IS A SET-UP DAY FOR TEACHERS! NO CLASSES ON THAT DAY FOR STUDENTS

(1)

(2)

Time

Location

Course

Grade

Completed in 2020

10:45 – 1:00 p.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

201. “Exploring with Math”

K, 1

8:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

202.” Creative & Scientific Thinking”

2

8:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

203. “Biographies”

K

8:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

204.” Creative & Scientific Thinking”

3

10:45 - 1 p.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

205.” Diving Deep Into Literature”

1, 2

8:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

206. “Creative Dramatics”

3, 4, 5

8:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

208. ”Awesome

Architecture”

4, 5

10:45 – 1:00 p.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

209. “Sportsmania!”

1, 2

10:45 – 1:00 p.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

210. “Disasters!

3, 4

8:00 - 10:15 a.m. or 10:45 – 1:00 p.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

211. “Advanced Topics in Art”

3, 4, 5

8:00 - 10:15 a.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

212. “Ports of Call - FRANCAIS”

2, 3, 4

10:45 – 1:00 p.m. Eldersburg Elementary

213. “Musical Theater” 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

10:45 – 1:00 p.m. Eldersburg Elementary

217 – “Calling All Au-thors…This One’s for You!”

1, 2

8:00 - 10:15 a.m. or 10:45 – 1:00 p.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

216. “Around the World In Nine Days!”

1, 2, 3

10:45 -1:00 p.m.

Eldersburg Elementary

207. “Science for Exiting

Kindergartners”

K

SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

REQUEST FOR TUITION REFUND & COURSE WITHDRAWAL Send To: Mr. Dick Thompson, West Middle School, 60 Monroe Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157

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50% of fee will be refunded from April 15, 2020 - April 30, 2020

NO REFUNDS AVAILABLE AFTER MAY 1, 2020 Thank you for your cooperation. We are sorry that you had to withdraw, but we hope that you will consider re-applying next year!