TMS Weekly Update 2022-2023
January 27th, 2023
Student Council on a ROLL!
Cardboard Sled Derby
Eighth Grade Baby Photos
Link
Here’s the link to share this year: https://images.jostens.com/0QdvmX4QMmDHbH-sZiD63Aw
If the web browser they use asks for a user id, it is: 0QdvmX4QMmDHbH-sZiD63Aw
Behavioral and Mental Health Supports for Families
Additionally, we have the William James College Interface Referral Services to help find resources near you (1-888-244-6843) or interface.williamjames.edu for more information.
Middle School Lunch Menu for January is below
February Menu
Update from the Health Office
Wellness update- We are still seeing an increase in student illnesses at TMS. Within our school community and the community at large, there are many cases of Covid, the common cold and flu-like illnesses. 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 we are no longer conducting Covid testing in the school setting. The Tyngsborough Board of Health has provided the schools with test kits that we can give out at no cost to any family that would like them. Please contact the school nurse via email if you would like free covid testing kits . On January 11, 2023 the FDA extended the expiration date of iHealth COVID-19 at-home tests by an additional 3 months. iHealth COVID-19 at-home tests may be used for up to 15 months from the date of manufacture.
If your child tests positive for Covid-19 we are asking that you contact your child’s pediatrician for an excuse note and for return to school dates.
Additionally, please keep the health office notified of any changes in your child’s health status to include fractures, sprains, concussions, etc.
Mandated Screening- Postural Screening for all 6, 7 and 8th graders will begin this month and continue until complete. If your child received this screening at their well visit, you may wish to send in documentation from their provider with the results. This is often found on the Health Certificate that is given to families after the visit.
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.
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)
Upcoming Dates to Remember
FEBRUARY 2023
February 2-5 - TMS/THS Theater production, "Newsies" - THS Auditorium
Tuesday, February 14th- WInter Band Concert 7:00 p.m. (changed)
Thursday February 14- Cardboard Sled Derby 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Monday, February 20 - Friday, February 24 - February Vacation
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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