Pella MS Newsletter
Start of the Year 2023
Welcome!
Dear Parents, Guardians and Students,
This is an exciting year to be a part of Pella MS. We have several new and changing staff members, as well as a huge construction project starting to take shape between the MS and Jefferson. When completed, it is only going to make Pella MS an even better place to thrive.
As I am transitioning into this new role as principal, I am often asked "How are you feeling about this next year?" And honestly, I feel confident it will be a great year because of the amazing staff we have at Pella MS. We are a group of people that will help your child grow, feel safe, accepted, and loved during this crazy time of their lives.
Enjoy these last few days of summer. Take time to sleep in, play outside with friends and family, stay up late watching movies, and do those things that fill your bucket and bring you joy.
We appreciate your partnership in this great time we call middle school. It is going to be another memorable year at Pella Middle School.
Sincerely,
Scott Tjeerdsma, Principal
8th Grade Orientation Schedule - Friday, August 18
Students may drop off supplies, fill lockers, meet and greet teachers, pick up paper schedules if wanted, and sign out their laptops in the library 3:00 - 4:00
We will do this in two sessions again (schedule/times below)
3:00-3:30 8th students with last names A-M
3:30-4:00 8th students with last names N-Z
We invite students only to walk through the building to reduce the amount of traffic. Thank you for understanding!
7th Grade Orientation Schedule - Monday, August 21
We will do this in two sessions.
Topics for the night:
Lockers
Schedules
Meet & Greet Teachers
Laptops
4:00-5:15 Last Names A-M
We will begin in the gym for a short presentation @ 4:00
From there we will split into groups for short stations
At 5:15, we need to be departing to prepare for the next group
5:45-7:00 Last Names N-Z
Join us in the gym for a short presentation @ 5:45
From there we will split into groups for short stations
**If you need to come to the first or second session because it may fit your family schedule better, please switch.
New to Pella Orientation - August 14th
Please meet in the lunchroom at 2pm. Parents/guardians are encouraged to attend as well.
Topics/Agenda:
Tour
Academics
Activities & Fine Arts
Schedules
Q & A
Picture Day is August 28!
Middle School Schedules
- There may be schedule miscues, and we are always happy to fix them. If there is a mistake, please click on the button below to submit your change request.
- We will not alter your student’s schedule to be in class with their friends or a preferred teacher.
Fall Sports at Pella MS
Football
Pad Checkout: August 23 - After School until 4:30 - 4:45
First Practice: August 24. 3:30 - 5:15
Head Coaches:
7th: Nick Fynaardt: nick.fynaardt@pellaschools.org
8th: Joe Van Hemert: joe.vanhemert@pellaschools.org
Volleyball
First Practice: August 24 3:30 - 5:00
Head Coaches:
7th - Addison Six - addison.six@pellaschools.org
8th - Donna Boots - donna.boots@pellaschools.org
Cross Country
First Practice: August 24 3:30-4:45
Head Coach:
Bethany Tangen - bethany.tangen@pellaschools.org
YOU NEED TO TURN IN A PHYSICAL PRIOR TO THE FIRST PRACTICE. FORM IS BELOW