MVMS Newsletter

Well week one is down and what a great start to the new year! Students seem excited to be back on campus and are ready to learn. The teachers are well rested and ready to deliver TEKS based instruction while building relationships with all students. Together we will “Push our Limits” and challenge each other to grow each day! Look forward to a great year!

Mrs.Nickel is a 7th grade ScienceTeacher at MVMS. She is also the Science Department Head. Mrs. Nickel has been with the district for 8 years. As a member of the MVMS team, Mrs. Nickel does an excellent job of building relationships with all of her students and co-workers. Below are a few statements about Mrs. Nickel from coworkers and students:

• Mrs. Nickel does an excellent job of connecting with students. She welcomes them to class everyday and presents her lessons in a fun and engaging manner. She is a positive role model to her students and an excellent team player. ~ Mr. V

• Mrs. Nickel is an outstanding science educator who has great relationships with both her students and colleagues. Her students love the dissection labs in 7th grade that she performs and appreciates her witty personality. ~ Mrs. Ponton

• Mrs. Nickel is a positive role model for her science students. Her love of science is evident in her teaching. Her compassion for her students inspires them to reach beyond their own expectations. ~ Mrs. Butler

• She made learning fun and easy. ~ Vallen

• She is an amazing teacher that always keeps her students’ best interest at heart with the learning and their social emotional needs. She’s resourceful and very helpful to her peers whenever they are in need. She is an awesome leader on our campus! ~ Mrs. Brewer

• Mrs. Nickel is never afraid to lend a helping hand. She has already helped me out so much this year. I appreciate her positivity and teamwork. ~ Mrs. Kitzel

• Mrs. Nickel builds relationships with students that are far beyond classroom lessons. She is able to make the learning environment safe and fun for students to explore new ideas. She shows great leadership within her department and the campus. ~ Mrs. Lange

• Mrs. Nickel is a one-of-a-kind teacher. Everyday, without hesitation, she inspires, changes minds, and is a positive role model. She makes a huge difference in the classroom.~ Ms. Kelley

• She loves to joke around with her students, makes us laugh all the time and makes Science in general fun. ~ Bailey

• Mrs. Nickel is an amazing person to teach with. She is positive all the time. And she always goes out of her way to support her fellow teachers. ~ Mrs. Powers

Class meetings were held with each grade level to kick the year off right. Student Lighthouse Leaders Ashlyn Lange and Bailey Sharber shared their I AM... statements and encouraged students to get involved and fill in their own personal I AM…! Students were also challenged this year to PUSH YOUR LIMITS and do things you never thought you could. We are ready for a great year at MVMS. Welcome back PANTHERS!

Supporting Leading In Me at Home

As the school year unfolds, the students will be learning the language and meaning of the 7 Habits. By hearing the same language at home and at school, you send your child a message of what is important and that we are all on the same team—the team that wants to help your student succeed. When parents and schools support one another, the sky's the limit! Below is a summary of each of the habits:

• Habit 1: Be Proactive (I’m Responsible for Me)

• Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind (Have a Plan)

• Habit 3: Put First Things First (Work First, Then Play)

• Habit 4: Think Win-Win (Everyone Can Win)

• Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood (Listen Before You Talk)

• Habit 6: Synergize (Together Is Better)

• Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw (Balance Feels Best)

In order to encourage the 7 Habits language at home, here are some questions you can ask your child:

• How were you proactive today?

• What is your end in mind with this project/work/task?

• How do you plan to put first things first in this situation?

• What would be a win-win for us?

• I want to hear what you think first and then I will share. How do you know when you are being listened to?

• How can we work together on this?

• How would you like to sharpen your saw today

The Medina Valley Middle School, Loma Alta Middle School of Medina Valley ISD, and Medina Valley High School will begin the referral process of identifying gifted and talented students in 6th-12th grades. Referrals will be accepted until September 15, 2021, and assessment will occur September/October. Parents, teachers and any other person familiar with the student’s exemplary academic skills may refer a student for further evaluation.

If you would like more information, please contact Sara Cooper at sara.cooper@mvisd.org.

La Escuela Intermedia Medina Valley, la Escuela Intermedia Loma Alta del Distrito Escolar Independiente de Medina Valley y la Escuela Secundaria Medina Valley comenzarán el proceso de referencia para identificar a los estudiantes dotados y talentosos en los grados 6th al 12th. Se aceptarán referencias hasta el 15 de septiembre de 2021 y la evaluación se realizará en septiembre / octubre. Los padres, maestros y cualquier otra persona familiarizada con las habilidades académicas ejemplares del estudiante pueden referir a un estudiante para una evaluación adicional.

Si desea obtener más información, comuníquese con Sara Cooper en sara.cooper@mvisd.org.

Thursday, September 2, 2021, kicks off the first Art Club Meeting. Meetings will be held every Thursday in room 124 beginning at 4 pm and ending at 5 pm.

The MVMS Theatre department is excited to announce this year's Fall Show "Red vs. The Wolf" By: Judy Wolfman! Auditions will be held September 7-9th by appointment after school. There will be a "Master Class" on September 1st from 4-4:45pm in Mrs. Kerr's room (Room 23) to help prepare you for your audition! For any information please feel free to come by and talk to Mrs. Kerr or email her at karee.kerr@mvisd.org.

The 2021-2022 Yearbook is now on sale at www.balfour.com for just $40. Don't miss out on your copy! For more information you can come by Room 23 or email Mrs. Kerr at karee.kerr@mvisd.org

Hi Everyone,

Just a quick reminder if you or children are feeling sick with fever, diarrhea, vomiting, or any symptoms related to COVID, PLEASE stay home & get checked out. If you have fever, please make sure you are fever free for 24 hours without needing Tylenol or Ibuprofen to keep your fever down. Please remember to cover your mouth if you cough or sneeze with your elbow, shirt or jacket. Please wash your hands BEFORE you eat or drink anything & after you go to the restroom. Please do NOT share food or drinks too! Stay Healthy!!

Nurse Mary Keil

Email: mary.keil@mvisd.org

• 9/2 ~ MVMS Football Game (7th grade plays @ Boerne South)
• 9/2 ~ MVMS Volleyball Game (8th grade plays @ Boerne Voss)
• 9/2~ Art Club (room 124 from 4-5)
• 9/3 ~ Cross Country @ Port of SA
• 9/7 ~ Pep Rally (Greatest Showman Theme)
• 9/7 ~ MVMS Football Game (7th grade plays @ Boerne Voss)
• 9/9 ~ MVMS Volleyball Game (7th grade plays at Boerne South)
• 9/10 ~ Student Council Meeting @ 7:30 am
• 9/11 ~ Cross Country @ Bandera City Park