Warrior Weekly
August 7, 2020
Dear Twin Creeks Families,
The purpose of the information is to detail and clarify what school will look like for our scholars as we respond, re-imagine, and reopen. Students will begin virtually learning in the environment known as Empowered Learning At-Home on August 17, 2020. Remember our new school hours 9:40 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
Please read through the newsletter to access very important information and dates regarding bell schedules for online and on campus learning. Remember our learning platform will be Schoology and students will interact with teachers through Google hangouts or Schoology conference. We are looking forward to seeing 100% of our scholars online August 17, 2020.
As always, please don't hesitate to contact us at 281-891-7860 or kwilliam@springisd.org for any assistance or further questions that you may have. Thank you for your partnership, we look forward to working with your amazing scholar (s) soon.
Respectfully,
Kenisha Williams
Principal
Thank you!
Twin Creeks Focuses for Scholars and Staff 2020-2021
Mission: Our mission is to provide an education that emphasizes high academic achievement and addresses the social, emotional, and physical needs of the middle school learner through a cooperative effort between staff and a community.
Vision: Our vision, as a community, is to inspire a passion for life-long learning through innovative activities that promote critical thinking and problem solving in order to empower students to be productive citizens in an ever- changing global society.
2020-2021 Theme: United We Rise, United We Soar
TCMS Motto: "Together We Can, Whatever It Takes, No Excuses"
TCMS Colors:Black and Gold
Save the Dates
Date-August 13, 2020
Time-4:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Virtual Open House
Date-September 29, 2020
Time- 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Instructional Resources for ALL Students
On Monday, August 10th from 3:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m., and Tuesday, August 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. during Chromebook distribution we will provide students with instructional resource materials. Each student will receive an instructional resource bag appropriate for his/her grade level. All bags will include a novel for students to keep and read at home, along with some school supplies to jump-start the school year. In addition to these materials, 8th grade students only will be provided the opportunity to check out a TI-84 Plus calculator to be utilized in both their math and science classes.
Calculators for 8th grade students only-Highly Recommended
Please fill out the form below online prior to arriving to campus to receive your calculator:
Spring ISD 2020-2021 Calculator Check-Out Form
If you fill out the online form, there is no need to print or sign additional forms.
All parents and students should remain in their vehicles and follow the directions of Spring ISD staff and police, who will be working together to distribute chromebooks, calculators, and instructional resources quickly as possible. In addition, students will not be allowed to exit their vehicles or be allowed in any school buildings for any reason. We will be taking every precaution possible. You may also wear your mask and gloves for added precaution.
Chromebook Distribution
Chromebook Distribution will take place, Monday, August 10th from 3:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m., and Tuesday, August 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Please fill out the form below online prior to arriving to campus:
Spring ISD 2020-2021 Chromebook Checkout Form
If you fill out the online form, there is no need to print or sign additional forms.
Please wear your mask and remain in your vehicle. Please remember if you already have a Spring ISD chrome-book you do not need to check out another one. However, if you are wanting to come and pick up instructional resources to please do so or if your 8th grader needs a calculator to come and pick up one.
Twin Creeks Communication
Email: kwilliam@springisd.org
Website: https://www.springisd.org/twincreeks2
Location: 27100 Old Cypresswood Drive, Spring, TX, USA
Phone: 281-891-7860
Twitter: @TwinCreeksMS1
Bell Schedules
The bell schedule on campus will be used when students are on campus learning.
Message from Mrs. Clark, Associate Principal
Sonya Clark at sonyas@springisd.org
Message from Mrs. Phillips, 6th Grade Assistant Principal
I hope you are enjoying a wonderful summer. I also hope you are relaxed, recharged and ready to start a new school year. I could not be any more excited for the 2020-2021 academic year. Please know that we remain steadfast in our commitment to academic excellence, innovative practices, school safety, and inclusive excellence as we work to finalize plans for the upcoming school year. Additionally, I am grateful for our school community, and I look forward to working with you and our scholars. While we plan to frequently communicate updates and reminders, I want to encourage any member of our community to reach out to me with any questions you may have. We are all here to help ensure the success of our Twin Creeks scholars and are anxiously awaiting the arrival of our new students. Please enjoy the remainder of your summer break, and I will see you all shortly!
Ami Phillips at awelborn@springisd.org
Message from Mr. McLain, 7th Grade Assistant Principal
Greetings Warriors!
I hope that you have had a restful, yet productive summer. I am certain that you are excited to start the new school year, and so am I! We have had an extended break, but are on schedule to continue and foster your learning. Things have changed since the 2019-2020 school year, however, please know that I am here to support you, and come along with you on your educational journey. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Joseph McLain at jmclain@springisd.org
Message from Mrs. Sterling-Teel, 8th Grade Assistant Principal
I hope all is well in your world and that you and your families are safe. As the school year begins, we are looking forward to a wonderful and awesome start. I am eager to meet and work with each of you and I am looking forward to an amazing year of growth and achievement at Twin Creeks Middle School. Each fall we have an opportunity start off the new academic year with fresh hopes and the chance to reach new heights as we set goals and strive to reach our full potential.
Each student comes in with their own expectations for success and our goal is to help them meet and surpass those expectations. There will always be challenges ahead of us, but it is important to recognize that those challenges are there to give us a chance to build character, to learn and to grow. I hope that each of us will be able to help one another be successful in achieving our goals and dreams while here at Twin Creeks. We are all here to learn together. It is my goal to provide a safe and nurturing educational environment that challenges our students to reach beyond their expectations to become lifelong learners who will make the world a better place. I am excited about the possibilities that this school year will bring and proud to be part of the TCMS Warrior Family!
Let’s have a great 2020-2021 together! GO WARRIORS!
S. Sterling-Teel at ssterlin@springisd.org
Message from the Counselors
8th Grade: Parents/Guardians and Students we are looking forward to working with you this upcoming school year. Mrs. Aldridge and I have switched grade levels, I will be the 8th Grade Counselor; however, our counseling team is willing to assist all students. Students, please login to your myspringisd accounts to check your email and to access posted information by your grade-level counselor in Schoology. Each Counselor has a Counselor’s Corner page, inclusive of a Counselor Request Google Form, should you and/or your parents need to reach out to us directly - 8th Grade and Lead Counselor Mr. Childress (achildre@springisd.org).
*Due to us verifying course request choices during the end of last school year, we will not be accepting schedule request changes.
7th Grade: I am extremely excited to kick off my third year as the 7th grade counselor at Twin Creeks Middle School. I am looking forward to this year most of all, because I truly believe through adverse and uncertain times, we become stronger individuals and closer as a community. I look forward to stretching my own limits, and working with the staff and community of Twin Creeks to ensure this school year is a success. We are in this together! If you are in need of resources or require additional information regarding academics or social emotional support please feel free to contact me via email or phone jlopez4@springisd.org or 281-891-7867. Mrs. J. Lopez
*Due to us verifying course request choices during the end of last school year, we will not be accepting schedule request changes.
6th Grade: Welcome back all incoming 6th grade TCMS Warriors!!! I am your counselor, Mrs. Aldridge and I want to say, this year is a new page in your middle school career and I am here to help you navigate it. To be brief, I wanted to give you a small summary of your 6th grade courses. You will be enrolled in 7 classes (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, and two electives of choice: Choir, Band, Art, Theater, and Intro to Careers). Some students, due to preference and district guidelines will be placed in Pre-AP (advanced) core courses which move at a faster pace and are dedicated to students who are willing to take on the extra rigor. Other than your schedule, I am here to help have the best 6th grade experience possible. I am here to help you socially, emotionally, academically, and to support your future middle school plans. All in all, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me about any questions or concerns you may have at shayes1@springisd.org. I look forward to working with you this year!!
*Due to us verifying course request choices during the end of last school year, we will not be accepting schedule request changes.
Scholars please sign up for No Place for Hate
Scholars,
Twin Creeks has been recognized as a new place for hate campus for the past two years.No Place for Hate is a leading anti-bullying organization. Now more than ever, we want to promote the importance of community, equity, and respect. By becoming a member of No Place for Hate, you will work with Mrs.Lopez, and other students to plan activities focused on character and school climate. We need creative thinkers to help implement virtual and on campus activities. If you are interested in joining, please complete the attached google form by Friday, August 28. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Lopez at jlopez4@springisd.org.
Yearbooks 2019-2020
Support our PTO
PTO website link for mask purchases only...
https://esfgrouporder.com/pto-3.html
The website will be open through 8/18/2020. 3 layer masks are $20 with a charcoal filter already included.