FALL IS COMING!
TMS Middle School Minute 9/18/26
~ Upcoming Events ~
Saturday, 9/19 - Cross Country @ Eaton
Monday, 9/21 - Volleyball vs. Edgewood 5:30pm
Wednesday, 9/23 - 8th Grade Football @ Mt. Healthy 5:30pm
Wednesday, 9/23 - Gamers Club 2:15-3pm
Thursday, 9/24- 7th Grade Football @ North College Hill 5:30pm
Thursday, 9/24 - Volleyball vs.Franklin 5:30pm
Thursday, 9/24 - Coding Club 2:15-3:30pm
Thursday, 9/24 - Mountain Bike Club 2:15-3:30pm
Friday, 9.25 - DOLLY DAY! Wear your best Dolly!
Saturday, 9/26 - Volleyball - Quad Conference Tourney 9am
Saturday, 9/26 - Cross Country - Pancakes at the Park
CAFETERIA UPDATES
Breakfast Reminder
Breakfast is served each morning at school, and we encourage students to take advantage of it! We want every student to have the opportunity to start their day with a good breakfast and be ready to learn.
Students who are late arriving to class because they were eating breakfast in the cafeteria will have that tardy excused. Students should still report to the office to receive a pass to class once they have finished eating.
Purchasing Extras at Lunch
Extra items are available for students to purchase during lunch, including ice cream, cookies, chips, bottled water, juice, fruit roll-ups, rice krispie treats ect.
Please remember that students must have enough money available on their meal account to cover the cost of their lunch AND any extras items they wish to purchase. Extras cannot be charged to an account or purchased if there are not sufficient funds available.
Adding funds to your student's meal account ahead of time helps make lunchtime checkout quick and easy.
If you have any questions regarding breakfast, lunch or purchasing extras, please feel free to contact me.
Beth Schwab
Kitchen Manager
Thank you for helping us keep breakfast and lunch running smoothly while we continue filling hearts and bellies!
8TH GRADE BUTLER TECH
TOUR DATES
October 1, 2026
Advanced Manufacturing Center & Natural Science Center
October 13, 2026
D. Russel Lee Campus & Aviation
October 20, 2026
BioScience Center & School of the Arts
ATTENTION 7TH GRADE FAMILIES!
7th grade students were given a PURPLE packet this week in science classes. This is for the Glen Helen trip and is information about health, allergies, and release forms. Please take the time to complete the packet and return it to your science teacher by Friday, September 25th!
CLUB INFORMATION!
ENGINEERING AND CODING CLUB
After school Engineering and Coding Club starts in September. This is a dynamic and engaging environment where students in 6-8th grade can explore the world of engineering and coding. Our club is designed for students who are interested in technology, problem-solving, and innovation. Two Miami University based clubs will be directing our engineering and coding activities this year. Kode2Learn is a student organization that organizes and runs events for kids in the Oxford area that promote teamwork and problem solving through the use of computer programming. SWE (Society of Women Engineers) organization's goal is to encourage our middle school students to consider engineering or computing as a career and provide activities related to engineering/coding.
Engineering/Coding Club times - Schedule
(After school until 3:30 p.m.)
Engineering Focus: SWENext - Thursdays Sept. 17, 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15
Coding/Programming Focus: Kode2Learn - Wednesdays Oct. 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11, 18
See Mrs. Ruppert for club permission slips (Room 406).
MOUNTAIN BIKE CLUB
About: Students will meet after school in Room 511 to learn bike riding basics and maintenance, and how-tos from a local “Bike Wise” enthusiast, Cris Goff. Please have the student bring a bike helmet to club. Personal bikes are welcome; the TMS Mountain Bike Club has a variety of Trek bikes at different sizes to share. We also have helmets for sale for $5.
Times: 2:15 - 3:30 (Pick up behind school @ Garage Door)
Meeting Dates:
September 3rd- Riding basics, Clean bikes, Safety checks, Ride
September 10th- Learn Bike Parts, Tire Change, Inflation, Ride
September 17th- Parts Quiz, Ride, Tight Turns, Balance drill
September 24th- How to ride on the road, Bike Trail, and Mountain Bike Course? Safety tips
October 1st- Understanding Brakes, Seats, and Chains, Ride
October 15th- Ride to High School (pickup time may change, depending on timing)
October 29th- Pizza Party
Teacher Contact: Scott Dennis (denniss@talawanda.org)
Phone: 513-273-3380
GAMERS CLUB!
What is it?
An after-school group for students who want to play tabletop, role-playing, or card games! We have some games on hand, but you are encouraged to bring your own games/cards to share and play with others. This is not computer games - old school board and card games only!
Who can join?
Any student at TMS who enjoys playing old school games (not computers/phones).
When will it meet?
Wednesday from 2:10 - 3pm
SEE ATTACHED CALENDAR FOR MEETING DATES.
Where?
Room 202 (Mrs. Vu’s Room)
Who are the advisors?
Mrs. Vu, vut@talawanda.org and Ms. Krause, krausel@talawanda.org
Other FAQs
You MUST have a ride or be able to walk home at 3pm to be able to stay for club.
Health Education Information
Health Education Curriculum Update - SB 288-Erin's Law
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (DEW), formally called the Ohio Department of Education, has shared with public schools across the state Senate Bill 288. This legislation requires that health education curricula be updated to include (K-12/developmentally appropriate) prevention education information in the areas of sexual abuse and sexual violence for students in public schools.
As promised, the district is providing an opportunity for families to review the curriculum, and parents may opt their students out of the lessons if they choose. For more information from the Ohio Department of Education- Click HERE.
Instruction occurs annually. This year the district will conduct these updates with students October 12-26, 2026.
K-3 Curriculum- Click HERE
4-6 Curriculum- Click HERE
7-8 Curriculum- TMS
Social Inclusion: Click HERE
Dating Violence: Click HERE
Suicide Prevention: Click HERE
9-12 Curriculum - THS will share their videos in three successive weeks.
Social Inclusion: Click HERE
Dating Violence / Healthy Relationships: Click HERE
Suicide Prevention: Click HERE
Contact your student's building and school counselor with any questions.
IMPORTANT TMS WEBSITES
FINAL FORMS – Remember, if you have any changes to your information (phone number, address, who can pick up your student, etc) throughout the school year, change it in Final Forms!. The office is notified of these changes and will update our information.
8th Grade DC Trip
PARENT MEETINGS!
DC TRIP - PARENT MEETING DATES
Monday, 9-21. 7pm TMS Cafe
Thursday, 9-24. 7pm TMS Cafe
Tuesday, 9-29. 7pm TMS Cafe
Information was passed out Thursday/Friday 9/10-11
8th grade families - Look for an email in final forms.
LOOKING FOR SPIRITWEAR?
Some fights need a team behind them. This October, Talawanda shows up in pink.
Hi Talawanda families! Our extended spirit wear Back-to-School Sale ends today! Make sure to take advantage of our biggest sale of the year and gear up for the entire school year! Save up to 35% off sitewide and shop today: https://1stplace.sale/71854
PEACH JAR!
Notice that the e-news looks different? All of the flyers we used to include have all been moved to PEACH JAR. Please use the link below to help you gain access to see all of the flyers for school and community events.
LINKS to TSD's Peachjar Digital Flyer Solution-