Blue Devil Bulletin
Principal's Newsletter- 11/11/2022
Marietta Middle School Mission and Vision
MMS Mission:
Engage- Discover- Excel
MMS Vision:
Our vision is to prepare all students for success in high school and beyond by fostering a caring, globally minded culture that embraces diversity, emphasizes academic rigor, and ignites a passion for learning.
Follow Us on Social Media
MMS Instagram: @marietta_ms
MMS on Facebook: https://facebook.com/MariettaMiddleSchool
MMS on Twitter: @MariettaMiddleS
Follow Principal Brown on Instagram @bluedevilprincipal
Follow Principal Brown on Twitter: @Diona_Brown
Thanksgiving Break No school for students from 11/21 to 11/25
Our school will be closed from Monday, November 21st, to Friday, November 25th, for Thanksgiving Break.
Parent Class- How to Parent the Smartphone Generation
On Wednesday, December 7th, from 6:30-8:00 pm, we will have a guest speaker to discuss how to parent the smartphone generation. If you are interested in learning more about supporting your child with their device and social media, please plan to attend this event. Please RSVP for this event below.
Parent Class- How to parent the smartphone generation
Wed, Dec 7, 2022, 06:30 PM
Marietta Middle School (Media Center)
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Congratulations to our 8th Grade Football Team
Our MMS 8th-grade football team made it to round three of the playoffs! Please join us in cheering on our 8th-grade football team this Saturday at 11:00 am at Cartersville High School.
Teacher Spotlight
Teacher Spotlight
We would like to recognize one of our ELA teachers, Ms. Coles. In her classroom, she works to create a student-centered learning environment. Students actively work in learning stations and small groups. We are so happy to have a teacher that focuses on providing a personalized and productive learning environment for students.
Three Amigos Spirit Night
Come out to Three Amigos on November 17th and December 15th to support the MMS Theater Arts programs.
Math Courses and Progression Webinar
Science Pathways webinar for MHS
Upcoming Events
8th Grade Overnight Fieldtrip
We are excited to tell you about our 8th-grade overnight field trip to Savannah, Georgia. The students will participate in college tours at Georgia Southern University, Savannah State University, and Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). Additionally, students will travel to some historical sites and spend time in downtown Savannah. We will be sending home more details and information with students next week.
Christmas Candy Grams
Christmas Candy Grams sales begin on Monday, November 14th through Tuesday, December 9th. This fundraiser goes to support our 8th grade overnight field trip.
Sign-up to receive text message updates from Principal Brown
Join our Remind MMS Parent group if you are interested in receiving text message updates from Principal Brown. Directions on how to join are located below.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_6YMMK3JcVMHo4w8gN9Xvu-HP2US9E7n/view?usp=sharing
Dad's Club
We would like to begin our first ever “Dad’s Club.” If you would like to volunteer to assist during lunch time, at car rider in the morning, or serve as a mentor, please complete the volunteer form linked below. https://forms.gle/xs6p6jSb1QMwajrS9
Lunch Applications
Breakfast and lunch are no longer free for all students this year. Please be sure to send your student to school with money for lunch or with a packed lunch.
Lunch applications are now available online. Click the link below to complete the lunch application for your student. Please complete the lunch application even if you are unsure if you qualify.
Lunch Application Link: https://family.titank12.com/
Teacher Snack Sign-Up
Every other week we deliver snacks to our teachers to show our appreciation and gratitude for their hard work. If you are looking for a low-cost way to give back to our school, please sign up to donate some snacks for our teachers and staff.
Interested in Giving Back to Our School?
We are looking for business partners to help sponsor a few fun things at our school. If you are interested in donating funds or items to our school, please contact Erika Rodriguez at erodriguez@marietta-city.org. We would love your support with funding:
Pizza parties for students as positive behavior incentives
Snacks for students as positive behavior incentives
Field Trips for students
Donations for teacher appreciation items throughout the year
iPads and technology for students to use in our Design Lab
MMS Athletics
Please click the link below to view the Middle School Athletic programs, tryout dates, and game dates.
Walker Pass
Walker Passes
If your child is a walker or has your permission to walk somewhere after school, please ensure they receive a "walker pass" for their backpack.
Please email our front office at mms@marietta-city.org if your child needs a walker pass no later than 1:00 PM.
Students MUST have a walker pass to walk from school in the afternoon; this includes students wanting to walk to Marietta Square and football games.
Who to Contact
Please view our “who to contact” sheet attached below for more information about who to contact for essential information at MMS. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wWO_5jUZST7WQ3zfb2JS6ldzrT2w20cU/view?usp=sharing
Football Game Policy
All middle school students must be accompanied by an adult for the football games. Students will NOT be permitted access to the games without an adult. Only High School students are allowed to attend high school events without adult supervision. This is not a change, but we wanted to remind everyone to avoid students being turned away. Any middle school students attending the game must enter with an adult who verifies that they will be supervising them.
Transportation/ Dismissal Changes
Bus Information
Chromebook Device Agreement Form
Just a reminder, ALL students must have a signed Chromebook agreement form to take their device home. Chromebook distribution will begin on Wednesday after MAP testing. We recommend utilizing the school-issued Chromebooks so your child can access all of our school resources and websites. Please give signed and completed forms to your child's homeroom (launch) teacher.
Bell Schedule
Please see a copy of our Bell Schedule below. Our school begins promptly at 7:45 am. Students must be in their first-period class no later than 7:45 am not to be counted as tardy. To avoid being late to class, we encourage our families to drop students off to please have their students to school no later than 7:30 am. This allows your child time to attend their “launch” class to hear important announcements and ensures they arrive at the first period on time.
Parent Volunteer Opportunities
We will have lots of opportunities for parents to volunteer and support MMS. Please complete the form below if you are interested in helping or serving on a committee. https://forms.gle/4TcP8kbWnMyXGX6E7
Platinum Level Sponsors
- Stonebridge Church- supports academic initiatives, teacher appreciation, and school beautification
Gold Level Sponsors
- Cool Kids Committee- Supports the Blue Devil Express, provides snacks and uniforms to students, provides mentoring for students, and assists with beautification projects in the school
- Zaxby's- donates money towards school supplies, student events, lunch on the green, student t-shirts, and teacher appreciation
- Credit Union of Georgia- supports student-sponsored events and student t-shirts
- The Marietta Schools Foundation- supports our school with financial contributions and sponsoring student t-shirts
Silver Level Sponsors
- The Persons Firm- sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
- Parallel- sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
- Poole's Pharmacy- sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
- WhiteHawk Construction- sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
- Barnes Law Group- sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
- Ansley Atlanta via Johnny Sinclair - sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
- Summit Heating and Air- sponsors student agendas and supports our school with financial contributions
- Turner Chapel AME Church- purchases items for the 8th Grade Walk and participates in SGT
Bronze Level Sponsors
- Marietta Power and Water- supports STEM and garden projects, and teacher appreciation
Business Partners
- Communities in Schools of Georgia in Marietta/Cobb County- sponsors the Blue Devil Express and donates uniforms and snacks
- The Veterinary Clinic- sponsoring in-house field trips and internships for our students