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Murray Avenue School Newsletter - 2-24-2020
Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences
The dates for conferences are March 24, 25, and 26. This information is also located in the Virtual Backpack.
Deadline for PEEC Forms is Friday, Feb. 28
Click HERE for PEEC informationis a link with PEEC information.
Click HERE for the permission slip.
Forms and payment go to your child's homebase WIN teacher. If you have questions about medical requirements, please contact our school nurse, Mrs. Donna Liberg.
Grade 8 Elective Selection for Grade 9
Grade 8 students chose electives for Grade 9 between February 5 and February 12th.
Parents/guardians were able to view their child's choices in the Home Access System between February 18, 2020 and February 21, 2020.
There was an issue with the system last week and we are extending the deadline until tomorrow in case families had issues accessing the information; Wednesday, February 26, 2020, will be the last day to report changes to elective selection.
Please call the Murray Avenue office with any changes. Elective choices will no longer be viewable after this date.
Save the Date - March 25 Cyberbullying Parent Workshop
Congratulations to our Creative Cafe Participants
Congratulations to MA Students participating in Math Counts
Students competed against 18 other local middle schools solving challenging math problems in both individual and team rounds. Competition was fierce and the results are in. Seven of the ten students achieved scores recognized as highly commendable and four of the students scored in the top 25%.
Congratulations to our team members: Maggie Ruan, Nidhi Ram, Megan Xie, Alan Joseph, Joshua Ferker, Mia Belov, Hannah Kideckel, Rebecca Kideckel, Timothy Chang, and Chloe Rudderow.
Murray Avenue Clothing Drive
8th Grade Ceiling Tile Painting
Ceiling tile paint days will be Tuesday, March 24th; Wednesday, March 25th and Thursday, March 26th from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM in the cafeteria. Parents/Guardians will need to provide transportation for students in the afternoon. Busses will not run as these are scheduled 1/2 day for students. Students should plan to attend all three paint sessions to complete their tiles.
See Mrs. Jolly or click the link below for the proposal form: Ceiling Tile Proposal Form
A Message from Our Athletic Director, Mr. Matt Heiland
Congratulation to the 8th Grade Boys Basketball team. They earned the #1 seed in the recent MCAA Basketball Tournament. The boys reached the finals, but unfortunately fell short against a very good Sandy Run team. Ultimately, this group of individuals as a team, completed one of the most successful two year stretches in Murray Ave. history. Congratulations to coaches and players on a great season.
Spring Sports are slated to begin on March 16th. Please remember that in order to participate, all registrations must be completed on FamilyID prior.
Please click on the following link for directions on how to register. https://lmtsdathletics.com/main/otherad/contentID/48614455
Please remember that if your child tried out or played a fall or winter sport, you can fill out the recertification link. If they are a NEW athlete, there is a separate link you must fill out.
Cafeteria Information
Breakfast and Lunch menus are posted on a new interactive website, Nutrislice. Our innovative and interactive site and mobile app makes our school menus more convenient and informative than ever before! Download the Nutrislice App from the App Store or get it on Google Play and then search Lower Moreland.
Food sold during the school day is required to meet nutrition standards that are referred to as Smart Snacks. Smart Snacks encourage students to make healthier snack choices to help give them the nutrition they need to grow and learn. Check out the 2019-2020 price list for the list of snacks served in the cafeteria.
The cafeteria had a special treat, homemade festive donuts, for the students at Murray Ave for Valentine's Day. The students loved the donuts and cannot wait until we make them again!
Murray Avenue PTA News & Events
Murray Avenue Ultimate Challenge is March 20th 6-9pm! Order tickets online or send in a paper order form (attention: LM PTA). Come see our 8th grade students versus our teachers and staff in the ultimate basketball game at LMHS.
Event details here: https://www.lmtsd.org/Page/12433
Special performances by the Pine Road Jump Rope Team and the Murray Avenue Cheerleaders
Free throw contest open to all!
Thank you to the many families and businesses who have already helped sponsor this event. Interested in becoming a sponsor? Information here: https://www.lmtsd.org/Page/13073
Save the date: April 18th, Murray Avenue Student’s Night Out. Details to come
Our March PTA meeting will be an evening meeting - March 9th at 7pm
Ordering the Murray Avenue Yearbook
LMTSD Bullying Prevention Information
We wanted to provide some information to families following our LMTSD Parent/Guardian Bullying Prevention Information survey. Below are some answers to some Frequently Asked Questions and information related to district procedures.
Are you aware of the anonymous reporting system being used in Pennsylvania, Safe2Say Something?
Safe2Say Something is a statewide anonymous, 24-7, reporting process for a variety of safety concerns. Click HERE for more information on this initiative.
Are you aware of the Lower Moreland Township School District Harassment/Bullying Reporting Form?
This form is used to gather information about incidents related to bullying. Students, parents, teachers, and administrators can all use this form. This form can be found on each school’s website. Click HERE to view the form.
As a parent, I have a clear understanding of the school's policies, practices, and procedures related to issues of harassment and bullying.
All reported incidents related to bullying are investigated, regardless of how they are reported. The District Code of Conduct is the structure used to apply consequences. Cases are referred to the police if the nature of the incident requires it.
We continue to partner with students, staff, and families to provide a safe environment for all students.
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Website: www.lmtsd.org
Location: 2551 Murray Avenue, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
Phone: 215-938-0230
Twitter: @LMTSD_MAS