Eagles' Nest
Family edition - May 2018
Principal's Message
With May comes the end of school and all of the fun activities, final preparations, and exams at WMS! When reflecting back on the year, I am truly appreciative of all of the family support as I embarked on my Mehlville career. The time went by so quickly and it was wonderful to see how much the students grew over the year. The once meek 6th graders have found their middle school stride, 7th graders are ready to be "top dogs" in the school, and 8th graders are ready to begin their high school journey.
As we start the summer season, I would like to remind you of the importance of keeping your kids active in learning activities throughout the summer. Of course, Mehlville offers a variety of courses in the GRATE Summer Academy, but there are also opportunities within family vacations to enhance critical thinking skills and, of course, read during those long car rides :)
Finally, a huge thanks to the PTO and to my teachers who have provided students with engaging and meaningful activities throughout the school year! I am so happy to be surrounded by such a great school community.
Dr. Justin Reynolds
Principal
Twitter: @wmsreynolds
email: reynoldsj@msdr9.org
Upcoming Events at WMS
May Events:
* Teacher appreciation week is from 5/7-5/11
* District-wide Track Meet 5/9 @ OHS 5PM
* PBIS Field Day - 5/10 11:50-2:50 (see info below)
* Band Concert 5/16 @ Nottlemann 7pm
* Choir Concert 5/17 @ Nottlemann 7pm
* 8th gr recognition day 5/18 @ WMS Gym 1pm
* 8th gr social 5/18 @ Royal Orleans 6pm - 9:30pm
* Final Exams 5/22-5/23 (schedule below)
* Last day of school 5/23 @ 12:10
For the complete WMS calendar, click here.
Our May Eagles of the Month!
WMS Cares!
As part of the money drive, students entered into a raffle to throw a pie in the face of a teacher! Check out some of the pictures below... or find Mrs. Difani's Twitter feed on Twitter for more!
STEAMy Tips for Parents!
STEM on the Go! Activities for kids when traveling or out and about...
http://stemactivitiesforkids.com/2017/07/11/stem-activities-on-the-go/
Eiffel Tower STEM Challenge!
Although this website is an example of younger children doing this, you can personalize the activity to fit any geographic location. Going to Washignton D.C.? Have them make the Washington Monument. Headed to Seattle? Create the Space needle! Or, are you a staycation family? Create some well-known monuments from around town, like the Arch!
http://preschoolpowolpackets.blogspot.com/2016/01/Eiffel-Tower-STEM-Challenge.html
Famous Landmark STEM Challenges
https://thestemlaboratory.com/famous-landmark-stem-challenge/
Field Day - May 10!
In case of rain, our make up day will be May 11.
MSD Summer School Info
From the PTO
Wow, what an amazing group of parents you have been! Thank you for all of your help, donations, time and support to PTO this year. With your support PTO raised over $4,500 this year. In addition you helped provide student event volunteers, desserts, teacher wish list items, snacks and more. In return, PTO has been able to fund multiple teacher requests such as new books, athletic equipment, and field trip support to name a few. We cannot thank you enough.
Note that a detailed financial statement will be on the PTO website by month-end. If you ever have any questions or suggestions on how we can do better please contact a PTO officer-our contact info is also on the website.
Thank you again for a great year and we look forward to working with you next year!
Washington PTO Officers
From our Counselors!!
From Food Service and Nutrition Department
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Email: reynoldsj@msdr9.org
Website: http://mehlvillewashingtonmiddle.ss11.sharpschool.com/
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Phone: 314-467-7600
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