Madison Middle School

Last week, the Mustang Choir and Band represented Madison at the Vista Unified Performing Arts Under the Stars at the Moonlight Amphitheater! Students had the amazing opportunity to perform in a professional venue for other students and families in our district. This is a great event that brings the Vista community together to celebrate not only the arts but also the learning and accomplishments of our students. Special thanks to Ms. Jennison and Mr. Squibb our choir and band directors for their dedication and preparing our students for a wonderful performance!

Coming up on April 20th is another artistic opportunity for all students: the annual Madison Chalk Art Contest! Student team applications are due this week, April 16. See below for more information.

Other highlights in this issue:

• Join PTA for the next school year
• Electives Selection for next school year
• 8th Grade Transition to High School
• School Transfer Information
• AM/PM Program Application for the 26-27 school year
• and more.

Thanks for reading, and have a great week!

Tom Berger

Principal

In Ms. Whitehouse's social studies class, students demonstrated their learning about the Lewis and Clark expeditions through writing and art. This interdisciplinary approach allowed students to connect with the history of the American West in a meaningful way.

April 10

• Late Start (School hours from 10:00am to 3:35pm)

April 14

• Regular Schedule (School hours from 9:00 am to 3:35 pm)

April 15

• Regular Schedule (School hours from 9:00 am to 3:35pm)
• Girls Flag Football Game vs Wildcats (4:30pm / Field)

April 16

• Regular Schedule (School hours from 9:00 am to 3:35 pm)
• Chalk Art Applications Due

April 17

• Regular Schedule (School hours from 9:00 am to 3:35 pm)

• April 20 Art Chalk Contest
• April 20 SSC Meeting
• April 22 Snacks w the Principal
• April 24 Spring Fling Dance
• May 6 ELAC Meeting
• May 7 Open House
• May 8 Mustangs Awards Ceremony
• May 14 MMS Volunteer Appreciation
• May 25 Memorial Day NO SCHOOL
• May 26 SSC Meeting
• May 20 Coffee w the Principal
• May 25 Memorial Day
• June 4 Last Day of School - Minimum Day

Get Creative for the Planet!

Join our Chalk Art Contest and show us how you “Make Earth Day Every Day!”

Applications due: Thursday, April 16 – Room 312

Reminder: Bring a rough draft of your drawing with your application

Competition: Monday, April 20, before school from 8:00–10:00 AM

Teams: 2–4 people

All grades welcome!

Grab your chalk, team up, and let’s turn our campus into an Earth Day masterpiece!

Hermanitas Nourish and Flourish are collecting food items for the San Diego Food Bank Vista. The food drive will run from April 13 - April 24. Please bring your items to Mrs. Stewart's class in Room 509. Donating 3 food items will earn you a Tootsie Pop! Helping others soothes the soul!

Las Hermanitas Nourish and Flourish están recolectando alimentos para el Banco de Alimentos de San Diego en Vista. La campaña de recolección se llevará a cabo del 13 al 24 de abril. Por favor, traigan sus donaciones a la clase de la Sra. Stewart, en el salón 509. ¡Por donar 3 artículos de comida, recibirán un Tootsie Pop! ¡Ayudar a los demás reconforta el alma!

Don’t forget to purchase your yearbook and capture these amazing middle school memories! 📘✨ The last two years have sold out, so don’t wait until the last minute—secure your copy as soon as possible. Just click the link behind the flyer to order yours today!

To see previous broadcasts, visit Madison's Vimeo channel.

Our PTA Board Elections for the 2026–2027 school year will take place on Thursday, May 7th during Open House, and we’re still looking for wonderful parents and caregivers to help fill open positions. It’s a great way to meet other families, support our students, and make a real difference on campus!

If you’re even a little curious about joining, we encourage you to reach out to Jessica Ramos at secretary@madisonmiddleschoolpta.org—she’d be happy to share more information. We also welcome any incoming 6th grade families who may want to get involved!

✨ Students do better in school—academically and socially—when their families are involved. Your time and voice truly matter! We hope to see you on May 7th! ✨

8th Grade Parent Overview of Graduation Requirements, A-G, and Development of My Plan

If you were unable to attend our High School Information Meeting, we’ve got you covered! Below is the recorded presentation, where you can find all the important information shared about the transition to high school and what to expect in the coming months.

We encourage you to take some time to watch the recording so you can stay informed and prepared for this exciting next step for your student. If you have any questions after viewing, please don’t hesitate to reach out — we are here to support you!

All 8th-grade students were recently given a letter during their math classes that reviews behavior expectations and eligibility requirements for end-of-year activities, including the Knott’s Berry Farm trip. The letter is linked below for your reference. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions, and thank you for partnering with us to support students in meeting academic expectations and making positive choices. Also linked below are the details for the Knott's trip and another link for payment options.

MMS WEBSTORE PAYMENTS:

- Click on “Account” then “Sign In” the user name is your email address.

If you do not have an account: - Click ”Create Account” for an account IMPORTANT : you will need to go to your email to verify and complete your account registration.

- Once logged in, click on “My Account” (your name)

- Add your student(s) by clicking on “My Family”, enter their 9 Digit ID # and First & Last Name and click "add". You can add more than one MMS student. IMPORTANT : You MUST use the student 9 Digit ID # for the student attending the event.

Current 6th and 7th graders will review their elective options for the next school year during the week of April 6th and then they will choose their elective during the week of April 13th. If you’d like to learn more, this is the presentation that was shared with students. It also includes a link to the course description packet for your reference.

Este taller interactivo está diseñado para miembros de la comunidad hispanohablante y se enfoca en la prevención de la violencia doméstica y en cómo establecer y mantener límites saludables en las relaciones. Las sesiones son acogedoras y participativas, e incluyen actividades, conversaciones y refrigerios ligeros en un ambiente de apoyo.

📅 Cuándo: El primer miércoles de cada mes
🕔 Hora: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
📍 Dónde: One Safe Place
1050 Los Vallecitos Blvd. #351, San Marcos, CA 92069
(Use la entrada #2, ubicada al lado derecho cerca de Ashley, y siga los letreros de OSP.)

Próximas fechas:
1 de abril • 6 de mayo • 3 de junio • 1 de julio • 5 de agosto • 2 de septiembre • 7 de octubre • 4 de noviembre • 2 de diciembre

Todos son bienvenidos — venga a aprender, conectar y fortalecer relaciones más sanas y positivas.

Luis Canseco

Domestic Violence Education & Prevention Manager | Community Resource Center

o. (760) 270-9635 | Lcanseco@crcncc.org

Where Everyone is Safe, Seen & Valued. crcncc.org

We are excited to invite all Madison families to a special afternoon filled with great conversation, community, and an important opportunity for our students’ future!

This time, we will have a special guest from Universidad Popular who will be sharing valuable information about CalKIDS—a state-funded program that provides up to $1,500 in free college savings accounts for eligible students. You’ll learn what the program is, who qualifies, and how easy it is to enroll!

Don’t miss this chance to get informed, ask questions, and take advantage of this amazing opportunity for your child’s future. 💙

📅 April 22
📍 Library
⏰ 4:15 PM

We can’t wait to see you there! ✨

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¡Estamos emocionados de invitar a todas las familias de Madison a una tarde especial llena de una gran conversación, comunidad y una importante oportunidad para el futuro de nuestros estudiantes!

En esta ocasión, tendremos un invitado especial de Universidad Popular que compartirá información valiosa sobre CalKIDS, un programa financiado por el estado que ofrece hasta $1,500 en cuentas de ahorro para la universidad de forma gratuita para estudiantes elegibles. ¡Aprenderán qué es el programa, quién califica y lo fácil que es inscribirse!

No se pierdan esta oportunidad de informarse, hacer preguntas y aprovechar este increíble beneficio para el futuro de su hijo(a). 💙

📅 22 de abril
📍 Biblioteca
⏰ 4:15 p.m.

¡Esperamos verlos allí! ✨

*** Jazz Club will be cancelled for the rest of the year***

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