The Howler
Informing the Firewolf Community
November News
There are some big events to look out for in Firewolf country this November. First up is our Student-Led Fall Conference Week. If you haven't signed up for a time slot, you can still do that HERE. This helps staff know how many families will be on campus at a given time. This is a great way to get involved in your students' school day and they are prepared for you to visit their classes. The annual Scholastic Book Fair is happening at the same time, so come on out and support literacy and our school library.
We will honor veterans and those that served/currently serving in our armed forces on Thursday, Nov. 10. Continue reading our newsletter below for more information.
We will observe Veterans Day Friday, November 11. Schools and federal offices will be closed.
Wrestling and Girls Basketball are in full swing. Please check with your child's coaching staff the TMS website for information regarding game schedules. Due to bussing shortages this year, schedules are subject to change.
School will be closed for our Thanksgiving holiday on Nov 23-25. We will have full days of school on Nov 21 and 22.
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Buy More Books!
The annual Scholastic Book Fair is on NOW: October 31- November 4 in the LIBRARY. Students & families can shop with cash, credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay and/or Scholastic's e-wallet, which can be set up HERE. Want to see the digital flyer? Get that HERE.
Online Book Fair extended hours...
Not able attend the fair in person? Visit the online store, buy books, and support our school HERE. The fair runs through Nov. 14. Books are shipped directly to you.
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Spirit Week Success
Denim Day
Onesie Wednesday
B.O.P
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Fire Starters (Recipe Section)
Mexican Beef and Rice Casserole
This recipe comes from delish
YIELDS: 4
PREP TIME: 5 mins
TOTAL TIME: 40 mins
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 c. white rice
- 1 15-oz. can fire-roasted tomatoes
- 115-oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 1/2 c. corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 4-oz. can green chilis
- 1 tbsp. ground cumin
- 1 tbsp. chili powder
kosher salt
- 2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 c. shredded cheddar and Monterey jack
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Directions
- Step 1 In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and cook 2 minutes, then add ground beef and cook until no longer pink, 6 minutes, breaking up with a wooden spoon as it browns. Drain fat.
- Step 2 Move beef to one side of skillet and add white rice to other side. Cook 2 minutes, then add fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, corn, green chilis, cumin and chili powder. Season with salt and stir to combine, then pour over chicken broth.
- Step 3 Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 20 minutes.
- Step 4 Top with cheddar and Monterey Jack and cover to let melt, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Step 5 Garnish with cilantro and serve.
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Tumwater Middle School
Website: https://www.tumwater.k12.wa.us/Domain/11
Location: 6335 Littlerock Road Southwest, Tumwater, WA, USA
Phone: (360) 709-7500
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Twitter: @TMSFirewolves