Eagles' Notes
November 11, 2019, Principal Lorraine Johnson
Madras Middle School
Email: MadrasNews@cowetaschools.org
Website: http://www.cowetaschools.net/mms
Location: 240 Edgeworth Road, Newnan, GA, United States
Phone: 770-254-2744
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MadrasEagles
Twitter: @MadrasEagles
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Veterans Day Program, November 11, 2019 at 9:00 a.m.
In honor of Veterans Day, Madras Middle School would like to recognize the courageous men and women of our community who have served in the Armed Forces. Madras staff and students will be commemorating this day with a variety of activities including a Veterans Day Remembrance assembly. We would like to honor any veterans in your family by inviting them to be our guests at our school’s Veterans Day Assembly on Monday, November 11th, 2019 at 9:00 a.m..
A continental breakfast will precede the program at 8:30 a.m. in the cafeteria for our veterans and special guests. The assembly will start promptly at 9:00 a.m. in the gymnasium.
Career Day Speakers Still Needed
by Rebecca Hill, Counselor
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Friday December 6, 2019, is Career Day at Madras Middle School. Students will learn about possible career opportunities as they interact with community members from an array of occupations and walks of life. We would be greatly honored to have you speak with our students concerning your career. We are certain that our students would benefit from the information you share.
On behalf of the entire Madras Middle School family, we appreciate the consideration of your time and talents for our students. The career day agenda is listed below. We have approximately 1150 students, and each speaker will speak to a team of students, rotating among 4 classes of approximately 30 students per class (speaking around 25 minutes to each of the four classes). We sincerely hope that your schedule will allow you to be one of our motivational speakers for “Career Day.”
Please complete the form sent home last week (or download here) and return it to Madras Middle School. If you prefer, you may fax it to (770)304-5928 or email/scan to rebecca.hill@cowetaschools.net.
If you can be a part of our program, please respond at your earliest convenience, so that we may adequately prepare for the day. Thank you in advance for making a difference in the lives of our children.
CAREER DAY AGENDA
FRIDAY DECEMBER 6, 2019
- 8:00-8:20 Arrival of Career Day speakers & breakfast
- 8:20-8:30 Welcome/Orientation (Speakers assemble in the Media Center)
- 8:40-9:05 Session I
- 9:07--9:32 Session II
- 9:35-10:00 Session III
- 10:03-10:27 Session IV
- 10:30-10:45 Certificate Presentation for Speakers (Media Center)
The Flu Season: What You Should Know
It is currently influenza (‘flu”) season and Georgia and the United States is currently experience low but increasing influenza activity. Influenza can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. To ensure the safety and health of students, parents and faculty, the Georgia Department of Public Health encourages everyone to know the signs and symptoms of influenza and the necessary steps to reduce the spread of illness.
The symptoms of flu can include:
- Fever (although not everyone with flu has a fever)
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Body aches
- Headache
- Chills
- Tiredness
- Sometimes diarrhea and vomiting
To limit the spread of influenza or other respiratory diseases:
- Flu vaccines are encouraged. The single best way to protect against the flu is to get vaccinated each fluseason. If influenza is circulating, it is a good time to get vaccinated!
- Take everyday preventive actions to stop the spread of germs.Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, orcough or sneeze into the crook of your elbow. Wash your hands often with soap and water. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Avoid close contact with sick people.
- Students should stay at home if they are ill.Those who get flu-like symptoms should stay home until at least 24 hours after they no longer have a fever or signs of a fever without the use of fever-reducing medicine.
- Clean and disinfect regularly and correctly during influenza season. Clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that are touched often.
Affidavits of Residence Due December 20th
- (10-15-19) Affidavit of Residence Letter
- (10-15-19) Affidavit of Residence Letter (Español)
The completed forms must be notarized, and all schools employ Notaries Public for parents' convenience. If you have any questions, please call us, and our office staff will be happy to assist you.
Yearbooks on Sale Now
Yearbooks for the 2019-2020 school year are on sale and can be purchased at the link below. Prices are as indicated, and eighth grade recognition ads can also be purchased through January 20, 2020 once you are logged in by creating an account. If you have any questions, please contact bookkeeper Henry Dawkins at john.dawkins@cowetaschools.net. Yearbooks are given out the last week of school.
- $45.00 – September 27 – January 31
- $50.00 – February 1 – April 20
- Eighth Grade Recognition Ads on sale through Janurary 20, 2020
Media Notes
Karen Pitts, Media Specialist
Week of November 11th
We celebrated the 14th annual Read for the Record on November 7, 2019 in our Madras media center by collaborating with Mrs. Schober's sixth grade ELA classes. This year’s book selection was Thank You, Omu! by Oge Mora. Jumpstart’s Read for the Record program brings together millions of people each year in classrooms, libraries, community centers, and homes across the US. This annual campaign was launched over a decade ago to highlight the importance of building early literacy and language skills for EVERY child, so that all children have the opportunity to succeed in school. This was a fun collaboration and the students made their own murals and wrote thank you notes after reading about kindness in this year's book. We look forward to next year's book choice.
Madras Parent Volunteer Training
Upcoming Training
- December 2, 8:30 or 3:00
- January 13, 8:30 or 3:00
- February 10, 8:30 or 3:00
- March 9, 8:30 or 3:00
- April 13, 8:30 or 3:00
Reminder: Dropping Off Items for Your Child During the School Day
Dropping off Lunches or Medication: If a student forgets a lunch at home, parents may drop it off at the front office, and students will be called to pick up their lunch at the beginning of their scheduled lunch time. If a student needs medication, it can be dropped off at any time for the school nurse.
Dropping off Other Items:
Any other item dropped off for students during the school day may be picked up after school. Instruction will not be interrupted for students to pick up items during class. This includes forgotten homework, Chromebooks, shoes for PE, projects, etc. Students are responsible for bringing needed materials to class daily. If these items are brought to school during the day, we are happy to make an announcement at the end of the day for your child to pick them up in the front office.
Phone Use: Students are permitted to use a phone in the front office during school hours for emergencies or for illness. Calling home for homework, a school project, or to make arrangements to attend an after school event that wasn't previously arranged ties up phone lines and is not permitted. Students may call home if:
- There is a transportation issue,
- Lunch or lunch money is needed,
- Equipment is needed for after school athletics or activity.
- There is a dress code issue.
- The student is sick or needs medication (must call from the clinic under the nurse's supervision).
We appreciate your help in keeping interruptions to a minimum.
CCSS Inclement Weather Procedures (Reminders)
Sixth Graders Participate in "Read for the Record"
Future Georgia Educators reads to Northside Elementary Students for "Read for the Record"
Eighth Graders Having Fun with Energy Transformations Using Hand Crank Generators
Sixth Graders in Earth Science Look for look for Evidence of Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition.
Madras was Recognized for Being a Leader in the Ferst Foundation Coin Drive Efforts, Raising $1800.00 for Childhood LIteracy. Way to go, Eagles! #EagleEmpathy #TogetherWeServe
(Please check school calendar for a full list of all club meetings.)
Future Georgia Educators will meet Thursday, November 14th from 3:30-4:30;
Junior Beta meets Tuesday, November 12th from 3:30-4:30.
Girls of Faith meet Thursday, November 14th from 3:30-4:45.
Running Club will meet Thursday, November 14th from 3:30-4:30. Pick up is on the track at 4:30.
Science Olympiad Meeting: Tuesday, November 12th from 3:30-5:00 and Thursday, November 14th from 8:00-8:50 am.
Auburn Math Puzzle Challenge Team Meeting: Monday, November 11th, 3:30-4:30
Voluntary Basketball Conditioning: Those 7th and 8th grade students wishing to attend voluntary basketball conditioning prior to tryouts later in the year should submit athletic paperwork in to the front office before participation.
- Girls Conditioning (3:30-4:30) 19, 21
- Boys Conditioning (3:30-4:30) Nov 11, 13, 18, 20
Get Connected with Band Happenings!
Mr. Williams, Madras band director, has created new text groups for students and parents. Please sign up for the appropriate groups to stay informed of the latest band practices and events.
You can subscribe by texting 81010 AND entering the appropriate code below in your text line. Please email Mr. Williams at john.williams@cowetaschools.net with questions.
- All Band Students: @madrasge
- 6th Grade Band: @madras6
- 7th Grade Band: @ah9fa4
- 8th Grade Band: @f44hke
- Pep Band: @MadrasPep
All-State Band Practice Dates Announced
All State Band Practice Dates:
- Tuesday October 29th from 3:30 to 4:30 PM
- Tuesday November 5th from 3:30 to 4:30 PM
- Tuesday November 12th from 3:30 to 4:30 PM
- Tuesday November 19th from 3:30 to 4:30 PM
All State Band Practice (Alternate Dates):
- Wednesday October 30th from 7:30 to 8:20 AM
- Wednesday November 6th from 7:30 to 8:20 AM
- Wednesday November 13th from 7:30 to 8:20 AM
- Wednesday November 20th from 7:30 to 8:20 AM
Basketball Tryouts: December 2-5
Boys' and Girls basektball tryouts begin the week of December 2nd. All students must meet academic requirements and must have completed athletic paperwork submitted to the front office before participating.
Tryout Dates
- Monday, 12/2, Boys (3:30-5:00); Girls (4:45-6:00)
- Tuesday, 12/3, Boys (3:30-5:00); Girls (4:45-6:00)
- Wednesday, 12/4, Boys (4:45-6:00; Girls (3:30-5:00)
- Thursday, 12/5, Boys (4:45-6:00; Girls (3:30-5:00)
Email the coaches with any questions.
Girls' Coach: Johanna Wessells (johanna.wessells@cowetaschools.net)
Boys' Coach: Matt Nash (matt.nash@cowetaschools.net)
PTO: Join the Team!
Amy Brandon, PTO President
PTSO: Come Join our Team!
Welcome to Madras! The Mission of the Madras PTSO is to enrich the education of students at MMS by sponsoring and organizing fundraising and school events and by fostering relationships among the school, parents and students.
We have many opportunities to volunteer and get involved at Madras. Here are some examples:
Hospitality Committee - Teachers' Luncheons and Special Events
Box Tops/Coke Rewards/Amazon Smile
School Store - helping in the store 8:00-8:30 AM on a rotational basis
Membership Committee
Snack n Chat (monthly)
Media Center (1-2 hrs per week)
Battle of the Books
Book Fair - Fall and Spring
Scoliosis Screening - one time event
School Pictures
Lamination/Copies for teachers
Special Event Assistance
This year our major focus is purchasing MimioFrame Touch Boards for the classrooms. We are planning for these to be installed during the first half of the school year!
We hope you will consider joining our team! You can join and pay directly online by clicking the ONLINE MEMBERSHIP (Or you can print the FORM and send it and your donation to your child’s homeroom teacher or to the front office. Checks should be made payable to Madras PTSO.)
At MMS, THE MADRAS FUND replaces fundraising. Please consider donating to the MADRAS FUND. MMS PTSO did not need extra fundraising for the last several years thanks to everyone’s support, but every family is needed to participate for continued success!
Suggested donation is $10 per student. Remember, PTSO is doing this so other major forms of fundraising will not be necessary throughout the school year. These donations can be made along with your membership!
If you have any questions, please contact the PTSO Board at madrasmsptso@gmail.com.
Thanks in advance for your support!
Upcoming 2019-2020 PTSO Meeting Dates
PTSO Meeting Dates (8:30 am)
Meetings are held at Madras in the front office conference room.
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- (9-3-19) CCSS Letter to Parents Regarding E-Cigarettes
- (9-4-19) Letter to Parents Regarding Chromebooks
- (9-30-19) Career Day Letter
- (10-15-19) Affidavit of Residency Letter
- (10-15-19) Affidavit of Residency Letter (Español)
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