M 'n M
Mustangs in the Middle: Aug 8, 2016
In This Edition:
- What is M 'M?
- Schedule Concerns
- Construction Update
- Fee Collection
- Busing & Transportation
- Meningococcal Vaccine
- Exciting Course Offerings: PLTW
- Orientation
- Open House
- DC Trip
- PTA Update
What Is The M 'n M?
Schedule Concerns
Building/ Construction Updates
Staff Parking Lot is Taking Shape
District Fee Collection
District Fee Collection
District fees will be available in PASS and sent home at the beginning of the school year. Payment deadline for these fees will be the day prior to winter break. Second semester fees for Strongsville High School will be mailed the second week of the semester and due no later than February 28th. For those failing to pay school fees in a current year, PASS accounts will be disabled and students will not be permitted to participate in any school sanctioned extracurricular activities (i.e. student council, school clubs, etc.) until payment is received. In addition for district sports teams, failure to pay the Pay to Participate/Athletic Training Fees prior to the first regular season competition will result in a student-athlete being removed from the team until payment is received in full.
For families carrying outstanding fee balances from previous years, student(s) will not be able to participate in school and/or athletic field trips; student(s) will not be able to participate in school dances that require a purchased ticket; and student(s) with a previous school and/or athletic fee balance (for any sport) will be removed from the team prior to the first competition and/or will not be permitted to participate in any extracurricular activity.
Payment plans are available and may be set up directly with the district's Treasurer's Office (440.572.7021).
Click HERE for the complete details of our district's new fee collection procedures.
Bus Transportation
To insure consistency and efficiency in our district bus transportation, we have identified "non-busing" neighborhood streets for all schools in our district, as well as Sts. Joseph and John. Any family living on the listed streets will not receive busing to/from school.
Click HERE to see the complete list of specific "non-busing" streets per school building.
Meningococcal Vaccine
All students entering the 7th grade are required to have the Meningococcal Vaccination. Below is information from the State of Ohio . Forms must be on file with the school nurse in order for your child to attend classes. Please contact Crystal Tackaberry: ctackaberry@scsmustangs.org with any questions or concerns.
Meningococcal immunization requirements for 2016-2017 school year
Courtyard off the Commons
Exciting Course Offerings
Automation & Robotics:
Students trace the history, development, and influence of automation and robotics as they learn about mechanical systems, energy transfer, machine automation, and computer control systems. Students use the VEX Robotics ® platform to design, build, and program real-world objects, such as traffic lights, toll booths, and robotic arms.
Medical Detective:
Students play the role of real-life medical detectives as they analyze genetic testing results to diagnose disease and study DNA evidence found at a “crime scene”. They solve medical mysteries through hands-on projects and labs, investigate how to measure and interpret vital signs, and learn how the systems of the human body work together to maintain health.
Both courses cover STEM concepts and provide a hands-on experience to students.
Finishing Touches on the Gym Floor
Student Orientation
- 9:00 - 10:30 6th Grade
- 11:00 - 12:30 7th Grade
- 1:00 - 2:30 8th Grade
The following will take place during the allotted time:
- Passing out student schedules/information packets
- Answering grade-level questions
- Self-guided tours of the new building
- Students acquaint themselves with their schedule and locate rooms/lockers
Open House
- 6th Grade: Tuesday, Aug. 23
- 7th Grade: Thursday, Aug. 25
- 8th Grade: Tuesday, Aug. 30
All sessions will held 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
D.C. Trip
Assistant Principal, Mr. Vukovich: Newest Member of Blue Man Group???
Links
Important Dates
- Aug 20: Orientation
- Aug 22: Convocation / Teacher Work Day
- Aug 23: First Day of School!
- Aug 23: 6th Grade Open House
- Aug 25: 7th Grade Open House
- Aug 30: 8th Grade Open House
Strongsville Middle School
Email: sdeitrick@scsmustangs.org
Website: http://www.strongnet.org/Domain/411
Location: 13200 Pearl Road, Strongsville, OH, United States
Phone: 440.572.7090
Twitter: @smsstangs