Terrill Middle School
Thursday, March 11, 2010
BLUE DAY
TRACK AND FIELD
Attention all 7th and 8th graders interested in track and field. There will be a mandatory meeting today, Thursday, March 11th at 2:45 PM in the auditorium. If you have any questions please see Mr. Route in Room 28.
YEARBOOK
Yearbook club will be meeting today, Thursday, March 11th after school in room 24. This meeting will be for 7th graders only.
GIRLS SOFTBALL
There will be a meeting for any 7th or 8th grade girl interested in trying out for the TMS Girls Softball team today, Thursday, March 11th at 2:55 PM. This will be a short meeting. Please see Ms. Tobier if there are any problems or concerns.
MEDIA CENTER
Anyone who brought in a Wendy Mass book to be signed can pick it up in the Media Center.
TERRILL ARTISTS
Would you like to be the next Terrill student to have your artwork displayed on the cover of the 2010-2011 Terrill School Agenda? Well, here’s your chance. Mrs. Richards is accepting entries for the 2010-2011 cover up until Monday, March 15th. Here are the rules:
1. Make a design that has two colors
2. Displays the school name
3. Displays the school year
4. AND shows your artwork!
You must get an entry form from the main office to hand in with your work. Good Luck Terrill Artists!
PICKUP THE TAB CAMPAIGN
Help our local PTA in our “POP TAB” program to generate funds for the Ronald McDonald House in New Brunswick. Save your pop tabs and place them in any of the containers located in the cafeteria, the Main Office and the Counseling office.
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
The Spring Book Fair ends today at 1:00PM. The Japanese Eraser winner and ten runners-up will be chosen today, so the winner can visit the Book Fair and choose his or her $25.00 winning prize.
MISSING FLUTE
There is a missing flute. If found, please return it to Mr. Van in the Multi-Purpose Band Room.
WHAT’S IN A NAME
A special thanks to those who have already submitted articles about their names to the Terrill Times! Please feel free to email responses to slaffey@spfk12.org. These will make very interesting reading!
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE
The Scotch Plains-Fanwood PTA's are holding a district wide fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House in New Brunswick. The collection will run from February 22nd through March 17th and collection boxes will be located in the Terrill front entrance. An email went out regarding the many food/household items requested for those staying at the Ronald McDonald House while their loved ones are being treated and is posted on the Terrill Website. The packing day will be on March 20th at the High School. Thanks in advance for all of your help with this worthwhile cause.
YEARBOOK
Order forms to purchase a yearbook have been emailed to all parents and can also be picked up in the main office. Purchase a yearbook for $40.00 Money and completed order forms should be placed in the green treasure chest located in the main office.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
BLUE DAY
BASEBALL
There will be a Boy’s Baseball meeting next Tuesday, March 9th at 3:00PM in the Main Gym. See Mr. Luccarelli with any questions.
BASKETBALL
The Boy’s Basketball Team will meet on Tuesday, March 9th in the Main Gym to hand their uniforms in. Please arrange to be picked up by 4:00 PM.
The Basketball Team finished up their season with a record of 11 and 4. Congratulations to the boys on their very successful season.
ACTORS WORKSOP
There will be a meeting of Actor's Workshop on Friday, March 5th, after school in room 27. Actors should be prepared to perform their scenes for the recital.
PICKUP THE TAB CAMPAIGN
Help our local PTA in our “POP TAB” program to generate funds for the Ronald McDonald House in New Brunswick. Save your pop tabs and place them in any of the containers located in the cafeteria, the Main Office and the Counseling office.
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
Terrill's Spring Book Fair has begun and will run until Thursday, March 11th. We look forward to seeing you there. Please check with your teacher to determine which day your class will be attending the Terrill Spring Book Fair.
PALS
Attention PALS students. 5th grade visit by 7th grade PALS members has been re-scheduled for today, Thursday, March 4th, from 12:10 to 1:00. Meet Madame Emanuel and Ms Pech in the media center at 12:05. Please bring questions and other materials needed for the activities planned for that day.
Attention PALS students. 8th grade members will meet next Wednesday, March 10th. Please check calendars posted outside rooms 13 and 32.
FRIDAY’S PLACE
The final FRIDAY'S PLACE of this year will be held THIS FRIDAY, March 5th for 7th and 8th graders at the High School from 7:00pm-9:30pm. Tickets will be available at the door for $5.00.
WHAT’S IN A NAME
A special thanks to those who have already submitted articles about their names to the Terrill Times! Please feel free to email responses to slaffey@spfk12.org. These will make very interesting reading!
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE
The Scotch Plains-Fanwood PTA's are holding a district wide fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House in New Brunswick. The collection will run from February 22nd through March 17th and collection boxes will be located in the Terrill front entrance. An email went out regarding the many food/household items requested for those staying at the Ronald McDonald House while their loved ones are being treated and is posted on the Terrill Website. The packing day will be on March 20th at the High School. Thanks in advance for all of your help with this worthwhile cause.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Students, please join Mrs. Richards in creating Terrill’s own Hall of Fame, recognizing African Americans from New Jersey for their accomplishments! We will use Glogster technology and your virtual posters will be published on the Terrill website. This enrichment project will take place during next Wednesday’s advisory period, in the media center on the following datesMarch 10th. Send your name in to the main office to reserve your space each week!
YEARBOOK
Order forms to purchase a yearbook have been emailed to all parents and can also be picked up in the main office. Purchase a yearbook for $40.00 Money and completed order forms should be placed in the green treasure chest located in the main office.
REMINDER FOR 8th GRADERS
8th graders please remember that if you receive an in-school or out of school suspension will forfeit your privilege to attend the end of year 8th grade trip and/or the 8th grade party. As the oldest students in the school, you are expected to exemplify and model appropriate behavior for the other grades.
Friday, February 26, 2010
WHITE DAY
MEDIA CENTER
Attention 8th Graders:
Author Wendy Mass will be here on Tuesday, March 2nd. If you pre-ordered a book you can pick it up in the Media Center on Wednesday, March 3rd. If you have your own copy that you want signed, please bring it to the Media Center by Friday, February 26th. No books will be available for purchase on author day.
WHAT’S IN A NAME
A special thanks to those who have already submitted articles about their names to the Terrill Times! Please feel free to email responses to slaffey@spfk12.org. These will make very interesting reading!
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE
The Scotch Plains-Fanwood PTA's are holding a district wide fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House in New Brunswick. The collection will run from February 22nd through March 17th and collection boxes will be located in the Terrill front entrance. An email went out regarding the many food/household items requested for those staying at the Ronald McDonald House while their loved ones are being treated and is posted on the Terrill Website. The packing day will be on March 20th at the High School. Thanks in advance for all of your help with this worthwhile cause.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Students, please join Mrs. Richards in creating Terrill’s own Hall of Fame, recognizing African Americans from New Jersey for their accomplishments! We will use Glogster technology and your virtual posters will be published on the Terrill website. This enrichment project will take place during the Wednesday advisory periods, in the media center on the following dates: March 3rd, and March 10th. Send your name in to the main office to reserve your space each week!
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
Terrill's Spring Book Fair begins on Wednesday, March 3rd and runs until Thursday, March 11th. We look forward to seeing you there. Please check with your teacher to determine which day your class will be attending the Terrill Spring Book Fair.
YEARBOOK
Order forms to purchase a yearbook have been emailed to all parents and can also be picked up in the main office. Purchase a yearbook for $40.00 Money and completed order forms should be placed in the green treasure chest located in the main office.
REMINDER FOR 8th GRADERS
8th graders please remember that if you receive an in-school or out of school suspension will forfeit your privilege to attend the end of year 8th grade trip and/or the 8th grade party. As the oldest students in the school, you are expected to exemplify and model appropriate behavior for the other grades.
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
BLUE DAY
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
BUILDER’S CLUB
Builders Club will not be meeting this week Thursday, February 25, 2010. Our next meeting will be March 4, 2010 for all grades.
ACTORS WORKSHOP
Please be aware that we have a meeting/rehearsal this Friday after school in room 27. If you are participating in the recital, be prepared to perform your scene for us. Also, we'll be selecting a date for an after-school performance, so please check your busy calendars and note free afternoons in April. See you on Friday!
MEDIA CENTER
Attention 8th Graders:
Author Wendy Mass will be here on Tuesday, March 2nd. If you pre-ordered a book you can pick it up in the Media Center on Wednesday, March 3rd. If you have your own copy that you want signed, please bring it to the Media Center by Friday, February 26th. No books will be available for purchase on author day.
WHAT’S IN A NAME
A special thanks to those who have already submitted articles about their names to the Terrill Times! Please feel free to email responses to slaffey@spfk12.org. These will make very interesting reading!
PALS
Attention all 8th grade PALS members. Please do not forget to meet Madame Emanuel and Ms. Pech in the Media Center on Tuesday, February 23rd, at 12:05 PM. You will be meeting with the 5th graders in their classrooms. Please bring questions and procedures for the activities planned for that day.
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE
The Scotch Plains-Fanwood PTA's are holding a district wide fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House in New Brunswick. The collection will run from February 22nd through March 17th and collection boxes will be located in the Terrill front entrance. An email went out regarding the many food/household items requested for those staying at the Ronald McDonald House while their loved ones are being treated and is posted on the Terrill Website. The packing day will be on March 20th at the High School. Thanks in advance for all of your help with this worthwhile cause.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Students, please join Mrs. Richards in creating Terrill’s own Hall of Fame, recognizing African Americans from New Jersey for their accomplishments! We will use Glogster technology and your virtual posters will be published on the Terrill website. This enrichment project will take place during the Wednesday advisory periods, in the media center on the following dates: February 24th, March 3rd, and March 10th. Send your name in to the main office to reserve your space each week!
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
Terrill's Spring Book Fair begins on Wednesday, March 3rd and runs until Thursday, March 11th. We look forward to seeing you there. Please check with your teacher to determine which day your class will be attending the Terrill Spring Book Fair.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Our Question of the Day is:
This former slave published the newspaper ‘The North Star”
ATTENTION ALL 7 & 8 GRADE BOYS AND GIRLS
If you are interested in trying out for a Spring Sports team, Track, Softball and Baseball, you need to complete the ANNUAL ATHLETIC PRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FORM. These forms must be completed and submitted to our school nurse by this Friday, February 26th. Forms are available from our school nurse. No one can try out without having a medical clearance from our school nurse. In addition, all student athletes must receive a passing grade in ALL of their classes.
REMINDER FOR 8th GRADERS
8th graders please remember that if you receive an in-school or out of school suspension will forfeit your privilege to attend the end of year 8th grade trip and/or the 8th grade party. As the oldest students in the school, you are expected to exemplify and model appropriate behavior for the other grades.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Morning Announcements
WHITE DAY
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Students, please join Mrs. Richards in creating Terrill’s own Hall of Fame, recognizing African Americans from New Jersey for their accomplishments! We will use Glogster technology and your virtual posters will be published on the Terrill website. This enrichment project will take place during the Wednesday advisory periods, in the media center on the following dates: February 24th, March 3rd, and March 10th. Send your name in to the main office to reserve your space each week!
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
Terrill's Spring Book Fair begins on Wednesday, March 3rd and runs until Thursday, March 11th. We look forward to seeing you there. Please check with your teacher to determine which day your class will be attending the Terrill Spring Book Fair.
ATTENTION ALL 7 & 8 GRADE BOYS AND GIRLS
If you are interested in trying out for a Spring Sports team, Track, Softball and Baseball, you need to complete the ANNUAL ATHLETIC PRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FORM. These forms must be completed and submitted to our school nurse by Friday, February 26th. Forms are available from our school nurse. No one can try out without having a medical clearance from our school nurse. In addition, all student athletes must receive a passing grade in ALL of their classes.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Our Question of the Day is:
What Indian leader had the greatest influence on Martin Luther King, Jr.?
YEARBOOK
Order forms to purchase a yearbook have been emailed to all parents and can also be picked up in the main office. Purchase a yearbook for $40.00 Money and completed order forms should be placed in the green treasure chest located in the main office.
REMINDER FOR 8th GRADERS
8th graders please remember that if you receive an in-school or out of school suspension will forfeit your privilege to attend the end of year 8th grade trip and/or the 8th grade party. As the oldest students in the school, you are expected to exemplify and model appropriate behavior for the other grades.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
WHITE DAY
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
Terrill's Spring Book Fair begins on Wednesday, March 3rd and runs until Thursday, March 11th. We look forward to seeing you there. Please check with your teacher to determine which day your class will be attending the Terrill Spring Book Fair.
ATTENTION ALL 7 & 8 GRADE BOYS AND GIRLS
If you are interested in trying out for a Spring Sports team, Track, Softball and Baseball, you need to complete the ANNUAL ATHLETIC PRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FORM. These forms must be completed and submitted to our school nurse by Friday, February 26th. Forms are available from our school nurse. No one can try out without having a medical clearance from our school nurse. In addition, all student athletes must receive a passing grade in ALL of their classes.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Our Question of the Day is:
The first Africa American woman elected to congress was?
YEARBOOK
Order forms to purchase a yearbook have been emailed to all parents and can also be picked up in the main office. Purchase a yearbook for $40.00 Money and completed order forms should be placed in the green treasure chest located in the main office.
VALUABLE ITEMS
All students are reminded to leave valuable items at home. This includes jewelry, or IPODS. The school cannot be held responsible for these items if they are lost or stolen.
REMINDER FOR 8th GRADERS
8th graders please remember that if you receive an in-school or out of school suspension will forfeit your privilege to attend the end of year 8th grade trip and/or the 8th grade party. As the oldest students in the school, you are expected to exemplify and model appropriate behavior for the other grades.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
WHITE DAY
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
STUDENT COUNCIL
There will be no Student Council meeting today, Tuesday, February 9th. Hall of Fame and Contest Committees should see Mrs. Sabo or Mrs. Lambert for a flyer. Our next meeting will be February 16th!
ATTENTION ALL 7 & 8 GRADE BOYS AND GIRLS
If you are interested in trying out for a Spring Sports team, Track, Softball and Baseball, you need to complete the ANNUAL ATHLETIC PRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FORM. These forms must be completed and submitted to our school nurse by Friday, February 26th. Forms are available from our school nurse. No one can try out without having a medical clearance from our school nurse. In addition, all student athletes must receive a passing grade in ALL of their classes.
INTRAMURALS
There is still time to sign up for intramurals. You must have a signed permission slip to participate and
Permission slips can be found in the Main Office. Intramurals will start on Wednesday, February 10th from 2:45 - 3:30 in the MPR.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Our Question of the Day is:
This African American man was the first basketball player to score 100 points in a single game and was the first player to score 30,000 points in his career in the NBA.
YEARBOOK
Order forms to purchase a yearbook have been emailed to all parents and can also be picked up in the main office. Purchase a yearbook for $40.00 Money and completed order forms should be placed in the green treasure chest located in the main office.
REMINDER FOR 8th GRADERS
8th graders please remember that if you receive an in-school or out of school suspension will forfeit your privilege to attend the end of year 8th grade trip and/or the 8th grade party. As the oldest students in the school, you are expected to exemplify and model appropriate behavior for the other grades.
School Closing & Delayed Openings
The Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District has implemented a new emergency alert notification system through Honeywell. This new Instant Alert Messaging System will now notify parents/guardians and staff members of school closings or delayed openings due to inclement weather.
Please be sure you are registered to receive the instant alert message. To set up your profile, please follow the Instant Alert System instructions on the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Web site at www.spfk12.org.
PTA parents will no longer be making these phone calls.
Friday, February 5, 2010
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
TALENT NIGHT
ALL talent night participants are to be at school by 6:30 pm tonight. All signed permission slips and $5.00 must be submitted to Mrs. Sabo by lunchtime today! Don’t miss the show. No 6th, 7th, or 8th grader can buy a ticket at the door.
MEDIA CENTER
Attention 8th graders -
If you would like to order Wendy Mass books, the order form is due today, Friday, February 5th. Please return form and payment to the Media Center.
ATTENTION ALL 7 & 8 GRADE BOYS AND GIRLS
If you are interested in trying out for a Spring Sports team, Track, Softball and Baseball, you need to complete the ANNUAL ATHLETIC PRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FORM. These forms must be completed and submitted to our school nurse by Friday, February 26th. Forms are available from our school nurse. No one can try out without having a medical clearance from our school nurse. In addition, all student athletes must receive a passing grade in ALL of their classes.
5/6 VALENTINE’S DAY SOCIAL
The 5/6 Grade Ice Cream social is here. Join us this Friday, February 5th from 2:45 PM to 4:15 PM.
At the end of the day, we ask all 5th graders to put backpacks and coats in Mr. Christopher’s Art room before entering the social. 6th graders are asked to put backpacks and coats in Mr. Torella’s Tech Ed room. After all backpacks and coats are in their assigned room, then students can enter the social.
There will be a designated 5th grade entrance and a designated 6th grade entrance directly across from the Art Room and Tech Ed rooms. Please look for your grade level sign. No student will be permitted to enter the social through any other doors.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
INTRAMURALS
Intramurals will start on February 10th from 2:45 - 3:30 in the MPR.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Our Question of the Day is:
Which African American spoke the infamous words: “You’re either part of the solution or part of the problem”, during a speech given in San Francisco in 1968?
YEARBOOK
Order forms to purchase a yearbook have been emailed to all parents and can also be picked up in the main office. Purchase a yearbook for $40.00 Money and completed order forms should be placed in the green treasure chest located in the main office.
VALUABLE ITEMS
All students are reminded to leave valuable items at home. This includes jewelry, or IPODS. The school cannot be held responsible for these items if they are lost or stolen.
EARLY DISMISSAL
Students who need to leave school early for any reason should bring in a note from home and take it to the Guidance Office before the start of the school day. At that time, a pass will be given to you and your name will be put on the early dismissal list. We ask all students to be attentive to the time that you are scheduled to leave. When it is time to leave, please pack your belongings and come to the Main Office to wait for your ride.
REMINDER FOR 8th GRADERS
8th graders please remember that if you receive an in-school or out of school suspension will forfeit your privilege to attend the end of year 8th grade trip and/or the 8th grade party. As the oldest students in the school, you are expected to exemplify and model appropriate behavior for the other grades.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
BLUE DAY
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
CHORUS
6TH Grade band students, who are in chorus, have chorus today, Thursday, February 4th, Period 2.
MEDIA CENTER
Attention 8th graders -
If you would like to order Wendy Mass books, the order form is due Friday, February 5th. Please return form and payment to the Media Center.
ATTENTION ALL 7 & 8 GRADE BOYS AND GIRLS
If you are interested in trying out for a Spring Sports team, Track, Softball and Baseball you need to complete the ANNUAL ATHLETIC PRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FORM. These forms must be completed and submitted to our school nurse by Friday, February 26th. Forms are available from our school nurse. No one can try out without having a medical clearance from our school nurse. In addition, all student athletes must receive a passing grade in ALL of their classes.
5/6 VALENTINE’S DAY SOCIAL
The 5/6 Grade Ice Cream social is here. Join us this Friday, February 5th from 2:45 PM to 4:15 PM.
INTRAMURALS
Intramurals will start on February 10th from 2:45 - 3:30 in the MPR.
TALENT NIGHT
Talent Night 2010! Tickets are on sale for the February 5th event! Bring in your signed permission slip and 5 dollars to Ms. Sabo. Don't miss this year's awesome acts! We have drummers and dancers, singers, and bands! The acts are amazing-Terrill sure does have talent!
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Our Question of the Day is:
This African American is credited for the modern method of manufacturing this well-known dessert… ice cream. He was known as the father of ice cream.
YEARBOOK
Order forms to purchase a yearbook have been emailed to all parents and can also be picked up in the main office. Purchase a yearbook for $40.00 Money and completed order forms should be placed in the green treasure chest located in the main office.
VALUABLE ITEMS
All students are reminded to leave valuable items at home. This includes jewelry, or IPODS. The school cannot be held responsible for these items if they are lost or stolen.
EARLY DISMISSAL
Students who need to leave school early for any reason should bring in a note from home and take it to the Guidance Office before the start of the school day. At that time, a pass will be given to you and your name will be put on the early dismissal list. We ask all students to be attentive to the time that you are scheduled to leave. When it is time to leave, please pack your belongings and come to the Main Office to wait for your ride.
FORGOTTEN ITEMS
Any student who has forgotten their lunch, lunch money or if you realize that you have forgotten an item from home please check the Main Office to see if your item is there. We will not call the classroom for forgotten homework or projects.
Morning Announcements
