TMS Weekly Update 2023-2024
March 22nd, 2024
Spring on in
Although the weather says otherwise, our students certainly had a renewed energy that was very evident this week!
Project 351 Fundraiser (Kristin Deschenes Ambassador)
Cradles to Crayons is a fundraiser that provides children from birth through age 12, living in homeless or low-income situations, with the essential items they need to thrive at home, school and at play. Cradles to Crayons supply these items free of charge by engaging and connecting communities. The vision of Cradles to Crayons is one day every child will have the essentials they need to feel safe, warm, ready to learn, and valued. I will be having donation boxes in all three schools by the main office from March 25th- April 5th for new or gently used children’s sizes infant to adult mediums.
March Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Yearbook looking for photos
The yearbook is looking for photos of 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students participating in sports, theater and other school events! Please send any photos you would like to share to Ms. Bernier (carolyn.bernier@tyngsboroughps.org) or Ms. Cirrone (michelle.cirrone@tyngsboroughps.org)
Yearbook Information
Attention all families! The yearbook advisors are looking for photos from any TMS sporting event this year! Please email your photos to michelle.cirrone@tyngsboroughps.org.
Yearbooks are on sale for $37! Order online today!
FAQ for Building Project
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New Update from the Health Office
Update From the TMS Health Office
Wellness update-. Cold and Flu season is here! We are seeing lots of reports of students with fevers. Kindly review the TPS General Illness Protocols for school attendance. The current Covid guidelines for K-12 students can be found here. Please note that Massachusetts has not adopted the recent CDC recommendation to discontinue isolation requirements.
Additionally, please keep the health office notified of any changes in your child’s health status to include fractures, sprains, concussions, etc.
Mandated Vaccines and Physical Exams- In accordance with Massachusetts Code of Regulations 105 CMR 200.000, prior to entering the 7th Grade, all students must provide a copy of a current physical (signed by an MD and dated within one year) and proof of immunization according to the Massachusetts School Immunization Requirements 2022-2023. This means all current 6th grade students must turn in a physical to the Health Office with proof of the required immunizations before the first day of 7th grade. It is best practice to send in a copy of your child’s current PE after each well visit or immunization. If obtaining a physical exam for your child is a hardship, please contact the health office.
Mandated Health Screenings- Postural screening as required by MDPH for all 6th, 7th and 8th grade students is underway and will continue until completed. Substance Use Preventative Screening for Grade 7 will take place in the spring. Please keep in mind that these screenings are State mandated and are not diagnostic. It is recommended that if you receive a referral letter, to contact your child’s pediatrician for further guidance.
If your child is screened during their well visit, you may wish to send in a copy of the exam to the Health Office so we may update your child’s records. Additionally, if you choose to refuse to have your child screened in school, a written parental note is required along with proof that your child has been evaluated by a physician for each screening refused.
As always if you have any questions or concerns regarding the health and well being of your child, please contact me at the number below.
Michelle Riley MSN, RN, NCSN
978-649-3115 (option 2)
michelle.riley@tyngsboroughps.org
Upcoming Dates
April Dates
April 8th-12th- Washington DC Trip
April 10th- Early Release
April 15th-19th- Vacation Week
About TMS
“We value all people in our school community and are committed to continuous growth.”
Website: https://tms.tyngsboroughps.org/
Location: 50 Norris Road, Tyngsborough, MA, USA
Phone: 978-649-3115
Facebook: facebook.com/tynsboroughmiddleschool
Twitter: @TyngsMiddle
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