MTMS Wolf Wire
August 29, 2025
MT's purpose is to educate and empower students to become responsible citizens.
A Few Words From the Principal
Lots of great learning is happening on the trail! Students are settling into routines, developing good study habits, and working on being responsible students.
Important Dates
September 1 - Labor Day - NO SCHOOL
September 2 - Volleyball vs. Leavenworth-Warren (7th home/8th away)
September 4 - Volleyball vs. Millcreek (7th away/8th home) - Football vs. Leavenworth Warren (7th home/8th away) & Cross Country Meet vs Basehor Linwood
September 12 - School Social
September 16-26 - Scholastic Book Fair
September 17 - Picture Retakes 📷
September 24 - Early Dismissal at 11:12 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
September 25 - NO SCHOOL - Parent/Teacher Conferences
September 26 - NO SCHOOL
WIN Priority Days Next Week
Each week students are given the opportunity to receive extra help during WIN in different prioritized areas. Students will receive a pass from their teacher in order to travel to that classroom during WIN. Encourage your student to take advantage of this time.
6th grade - North
Tuesday 9/2 - Math - Mrs. Wallace
Wednesday 9/3 - Math - Mrs. Wallace
6th grade - South
Tuesday 9/2 - Math module 1 reassessment opportunity - Mrs. Munrain
Wednesday 9/3 - ELA - Ms. Gilbert
Thursday 9/4 - Math Fastbridge Make-ups - Mrs. Munrain
7th grade - Navigators
Tuesday 9/2 - Social Studies - Mrs. Garvey or ELA - Mrs. Miller
Wednesday 9/3 - Science - Mrs. Trembly
Thursday 9/4 - Math - Mrs. Landon or Pathways Mrs. Tomlinson
8th grade - Contenders
Wednesday 9/3 - Math - Ms. Marney
8th grade - Explorers
Wednesday 9/3 - Math - Mrs. Wadsworth
Thursday 9/4 - ELA - Mrs. James
Timberwolf Success Program - Starts September 4
School Fees
School fees have been posted to student accounts! Fees can be paid in person through cash or check or online through E-Funds. See the attached flyer for more information regarding online payments.
Monticello Road Closure Update
The City of Shawnee has provided additional information regarding the Monticello Road closure scheduled to commence early October and lasting 3-4 weeks. See the City's website for more information and detour maps.
StuCo Fall Food Drive
September 8-19 - All donations will stay local and benefit the DeSoto Food Pantry.
Bikes & Scooters
If your student rides a bike or scooter to school, please remind them that parking in the hoop house is not an option. This structure is used to store district equipment and employees need unencumbered access. We provide bike racks and suggest all students use a bike lock to secure their property.
Good Things at MTMS
Life & Leadership
Mrs. Ketterling's Life & Leadership class practicing for their first mini speech, "Who Am I?"
Amazing 8th Grade Contenders!
Student Athlete Registration
Student Registration is now LIVE on Student Skyward Accounts. Please have your student athlete log in as soon as possible and complete this important step. Look for the green tile on the home screen!
From the PTA
Save the Dates!
• School Social – Sept 12
• Teacher Conferences – Sept 24 & 25
• Chick-fil-A Night – Oct 7
• Community Service Event – Oct 22
Kickstart for Kids Fundraiser
Kickstart for Kids is our annual fundraiser! We will not be hosting a separate fundraiser and need your help to host great events this year. Your support makes all the difference! PTA funds go directly to student events, teacher support, and activities that strengthen our school community. Donate easily online by credit card, Pay Pal or Venmo here: https://mtmspta.org/invest/
Stay connected with us for updates, events, and ways to get involved:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MTMS.PTA.Timberwolves
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtms_pta_timberwolves/
Website: https://mtmspta.org/about/
From Nurse K
Immunization Requirements
Attention parents of incoming 7th grade students! The Tdap vaccine (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) and the Meningococcal vaccine dose 1 are required for 7th grade students. Proof of required vaccinations are required by October.
Please use the following links for USD 232 Vaccination Policy and Requirements:
https://www.usd232.org/departments/health-services/health-forms
https://www.usd232.org/departments/health-services/policies-screenings
You should have received a Skyward E-mail if the nurse is missing records of missing immunizations.
CONTACT MTMS
Attendance Line: (913) 422-5854
Fax Line: (913) 422-4990
Website: http://mtms.usd232.org/
Location: 6100 Monticello Road, Shawnee, KS, United States
Phone: (913) 422-1100
Instagram: @mtmswolves
MTMS Parent Resources
Quick link to our Parent Resources webpage with lots of great school info all in one place!