Central Middle School

Dear Central Middle School Community,

I am happy to report that we are off to a great start to the school year! Approximately 250 students attended our Back-to-School Dance last Friday, fall sports are in full swing, our first round of club participation is about to begin, our MTSS implementation is progressing well, and our teachers are leading vibrant, engaging lessons every day.

Please take a few moments to review the information below. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out directly to your student's teacher, school counselor, or a member of the administration team.

As a reminder, if your child plans to attend the high school Homecoming football game this Friday, they must be accompanied by an adult. Admission for middle school students is contingent upon adult supervision. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us provide a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to a successful and rewarding year for all of our students.

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Our Field Hockey game for this afternoon has been changed to a HOME game and our Football team has their home opener against North today. Both games start at 3:30. Come out and support our student-athletes!

Go RAMS!

Tim Keddie
Principal
Pennridge Central Middle School

This school year, under the direction of the Pennridge School District, Pennridge Central Middle School is implementing a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) for all students in grades 6-8. MTSS is a framework that helps us identify students' strengths and needs and provide timely academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support. Through regular progress monitoring and targeted instruction, we can ensure that every student receives the support they need.

As part of our MTSS process, students have completed a Universal Screener through the IXL online program. Please be on the lookout for electronic letters via SchoolMessenger with information on how to view your child's ELA and Math screener results, in addition to information as to whether your child has been recommended for any intervention services based on the screener data.

We look forward to partnering with families as we work together to help all students learn, grow, and thrive. As always, please contact Pennridge Central Middle School with any questions or concerns.

How to Help 1. Click the link below. 2. Register your student and send emails/texts to family and friends. 3. Or click Shop Now to make a purchase.

· Ship to School – Cookie Dough & Frozen Foods

· Ship to Home – Gift Items, Wrapping Paper & Hundreds of Other Products

Every purchase helps support student programs and activities.

Make sure to get your purchases in soon, the Fundraiser ends on Tuesday, October 6!

Fundraiser Link:
https://myclubfr.com/Home/SchoolPage/PENN29

Thank you SO MUCH for your support of Penn Central’s annual fall fundraiser! If you have any questions throughout the sale, please reach out to: Mrs. Melissa Albright

The selection process for fall club's has begun. Please remind your student to sign-up for a club on their grade-level Canvas page. Sign-ups will be available through the end of day this Friday, October 2.

Quick note about Catch-Up Club:

Every grade has a Catch-Up Club for students who need a little extra support catching up on missing assignments. Teachers decide the weekly rosters and focus on the specific work each student needs—so it’s targeted help exactly when it’s useful.

Here’s this year’s Fall Clubs catalog:

1. Corn Hole Club

Play casual bag-toss games in any open space and learn the basics as you go. No experience is needed—just show up ready to compete, hang out, and have fun.

2. Gym Class Heroes

Replay classic PE favorites like capture the flag, relays, dodgeball, and kickball. Bring sneakers and a positive attitude for high-energy games and friendly competition.

3. 6th Grade Extreme Kickball

Enjoy a fast-paced version of kickball using a big, bouncy playground ball. Sprint, make big plays, and cheer with friends in this high-energy game.

4. Creative Writing Club

Explore storytelling, invent characters, and write poems or stories in a supportive setting. Bring your imagination and build skills that make your writing stronger and more exciting.

5. Yearbook Club

Capture school moments through photos and help design creative yearbook pages. Contribute to making the year unforgettable by preserving favorite memories.

6. Zen Coloring Club

Color intricate designs in a calm space with soft music and snacks. No artistic skill is required—just relax and let stress melt away one stroke at a time.

7. Booked & Busy

Enjoy quiet, uninterrupted reading time with light snacks and other book lovers. Bring your favorite book—there are no quizzes or logs, just pure reading time.

8. Golf Club

Learn and practice golf whether you are a complete beginner or already have some experience. Discover the sport through practice, friendly competition, and fun.

9. Art Club

Express your creativity by making art while listening to music and hanging out with friends. All skill levels are welcome—bring your ideas and leave with something you are proud of.

10. 6th Grade Movie Club

Watch fun films with popcorn and friends for a blockbuster experience. Share opinions, laughs, and a love of good stories in a relaxed setting.

11. Flag Football

Play high-energy flag football games with no pads required—all gear is provided. Bring energy and a fun attitude; all skill levels are welcome.

12. Sports Movies Club

Watch classic sports films like The Sandlot, Remember the Titans, Miracle, and more. Bring snacks and your love of underdog stories for electric vibes and great discussions.

13. Wrestling Club

Build strength, confidence, and competitive skills in a welcoming environment—especially encouraging for 6th graders and girls. No experience is needed; we teach every skill from the ground up.

14. Ping Pong Club

Compete in fast-paced table tennis matches full of laughs and friendly rivalry. No pro skills are required—just bring your competitive spirit and have fun.

15. Nature Lovers Club

Explore lesser-traveled parts of campus on nature hikes and outdoor activities. Expect adventures that may even take you into the creek.

16. Weightlifting Club

Get stronger and more confident by learning proper form and lifting with a supportive crew. No experience is needed—show up, train, and watch your strength grow.

17. Harry Potter Movie Club

Watch Harry Potter films with friends and enjoy popcorn on Friday afternoons. All houses are welcome—grab your sorting hat and join the movie magic.

18. STEM Design Challenge Club

Work in small teams to design and build with K'Nex while keeping a Design Notebook and creating blueprints. Top teams can advance to the state competition for hands-on STEM fun and bragging rights.

19. Hacky Sack Club

Practice footbag tricks and improve coordination in any open space. No experience is needed—we will teach the basics and cheer every new trick you land.

20. a Cappella

Join an auditioned a cappella group for 6th–8th graders to sing harmonies and perform. Auditions are coming soon—come show what you have got.

Friday, October 2 - PINK OUT; Wear your pink to support Cancer Research & HS Homecoming

Wednesday, October 14 - LinkIt RELA Benchmark A

Thursday, October 15 - LinkIt RELA TDA

Monday, October 12 - Staff Inservice Day, No School for Students

Tuesday, October 20 - LinkIt Math Benchmark A

Monday, October 26 - LinkIt Science Benchmark A

Friday, October 30 - Fall Fest

Tuesday, November 3 - Staff Inservice Day, No School for Students

Wednesday, November 4 - Picture Retake Day

Friday, October 6 - End of First Marking Period

Go to the link & enter the School Code to place an order. School Code: PENNCENTRALMS26

Here is a link to our Fall Sports schedules. Click HERE.

Friday, 10/2:

• JV and Varsity Soccer AWAY at North (3:30 start). The games will be played simultaneously.
• Field Hockey HOME at Central versus North (3:30 start).

If your student needs to use a different mode of transportation than their assigned method on a given day, please notify the school office before 2:00 PM. This includes students who are assigned to a bus and need to be a walker or car rider that day.

To help keep all students safe and accounted for at dismissal, we ask that families follow a few simple guidelines when requesting a change to a student’s usual bus routine.

In most cases, we do not approve students riding home on a different bus with a peer unless there is a clear supervisory reason (for example, parents will be out of town and the peer’s parent will be responsible for the student). We also require written permission from **both** sets of parents before any such change can be approved.

RamPacks is an organization that provides food for children with food insecurity and those at risk of hunger within the Pennridge School District. The food is provided and packed into backpacks or bags by volunteers and delivered to schools every week. It is funded by donations from churches, community groups, businesses, and individuals. If you are interested in learning more about RamPacks, please click the logo below. If you need a form, click HERE.

Join us for our next CCN meeting of the year on Friday, October 9th, at 10:30am ET at Central Middle School. Please check in with the front desk upon arrival.

Click here to access the minutes from our monthly CCN meetings

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

We are looking for volunteers from our CMS community to help us make this school year a success! Whether you'd like to take on a leadership role or just lend a hand the - we welcome everyone looking to get more involved with the CCN. Please see the SignUp Genius links in the post for more information on each of these volunteer opportunities.

Central Middle Teacher Snack Re-stock (10/5 - 10/9) - The CCN is looking for volunteers to donate bulk non-perishable snacks and drinks to stock our Teachers Lounge.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0C4CAFA729A6F94-66178740-central/47253254?fbclid

CMS Fall Fest 2026 (Friday, October, 30th) - Mrs. Vantresca is looking for parent volunteers to help supervise an activity in the library during Fall Fest (CLEARANCES REQUIRED)

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4AAAAE29A4F8C34-66200848-cmsfall#/

CCN Committee Volunteers for the 2026 - 2027 School Year

Sign Up to serve as a Committee Head or Volunteer for one of our upcoming activities (Spirit Wear * Red Ribbon Week * Family Fun Night * Holiday and Spring Luncheons * Red Cross Blood Drive * 8th Grade Picnic)

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4AAAAE29A4F8C34-66200675-cms2026#/

***NOTE - Any volunteers are REQUIRED to have voluteer clearances through the District: Pennridge School District Voluntary Clearances Information.

Contact us: centralcommunicationnetwork@gmail.com.

Website: www.pennridgeccn.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pennridgecentralparents