TBMS April Newsletter

Hello Twin Bluff Middle School families!

I hope everyone had a wonderful spring break and spent some quality time together. It’s hard to believe we are already entering the month of April. The snow is melting, mud is everywhere, and we have just two months of school left together this year!

April is always a busy time as we begin the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA’s) at Twin Bluff Middle School. We will start testing on April 14th. Students will take the reading assessments April 14–16 and the mathematics assessments April 21–24. Grade 5 students will also complete the science assessment from April 28 to May 1. We ask that you help your student be successful by ensuring they get a good night’s rest and eat a healthy breakfast. We will continue to offer our “grab and go” breakfast each morning so all students are ready to start their day.

We will also participate in Severe Weather Awareness Week, which is scheduled for April 13–17, 2026. During the week, students will review safety procedures for severe weather. We will practice a tornado drill during the statewide tornado drill on Thursday, April 16th at 1:45 PM. Families are also encouraged to participate at home that same day at 6:45 PM. During both drills, community sirens will sound to initiate the practice.

In addition, we are excited to begin a Bus Stop & Walk Program starting April 8th. This program will take place every Wednesday, weather permitting, through May 13, 2026. We will drop students off at the track, and we will complete a lap around the track before heading into the building for breakfast. This is a great opportunity for students to get some fresh air, build healthy habits, and connect with peers and staff in a positive way.

We have also seen an increase in online reports of inappropriate behavior and unkind posts on social media platforms as we move into the spring months. If you haven’t recently checked in on your student’s online activity, now is a great time to do so. While we will continue to communicate with families when concerns arise, proactive monitoring at home is one of the most effective ways to prevent issues.

Thank you for supporting our students each and every day—we truly appreciate all that you do!

Patrick Beierman, Principal
pcbeierman@rwps.org

Congratulations to our Students of the Month! Your hard work and positive attitudes do not go unnoticed. Keep up the great work!

Pictured below: Yeinly Quino Segura, Clara Rortvedt, Belle White-Jenson, Lucas Plein, Riley Plote, Ava Smyth, and Ari Gustafson. Great job everyone!!

We appreciate your partnership in helping us maintain a focused learning environment during the school day. Students have done a great job this year following our cell phone expectations, and we want to keep that momentum going.

Most phone-related concerns happen when students use their phones to text or call parents about after-school plans or questions that can wait until the end of the day. We ask families to please avoid texting or calling students during school hours. If you need to get a message to your child during the day, please contact the front office, and we will make sure the message gets to them. Students who need to contact home during the school day are always welcome to ask a teacher to use a school phone.

Friday, April 3rd: NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, April 8th: Bus Stop & Walk

Friday, April 10th: PBIS Assembly at 2:30-If you are picking your child up early, please arrange to do so before 2:30.

Tuesday, April 14th: MCA Testing begins

Wednesday, April 15th: Bus Stop & Walk

Friday, April 17th: NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, April 22nd: Bus Stop & Walk

Wednesday, April 29th: Bus Stop & Walk

Looking ahead:

Tuesday, May 12th: 7:30pm-6th and 7th Grade Band Concert

Monday, May 18th: 6:00-6th and 7th Grade Choir Concert

Spring dental Cleanings are scheduled for May 11. You can register online Here or get a paper copy in the office.

We are in need of Girls pants Size Youth Small and Medium and Boys Youth Small and Medium and Boys Underwear Youth Small and Medium.

Sickness is still at a high. Remind you students to wash their hands as this is the best defense against germs. And please keep them home if they are sick. We do not want to spread germs and sickness to other students and the staff in the building.

Any student that will be taking prescription medications at school will need an Authorization to Administer Medication form signed by a parent and a provider. Medication is required to be in the original container with the most recent prescription label. Medical Conditions such as Asthma, Seizures, Diabetes, Etc will need an action plan from the student's provider as well. Any student that is found to have a medication that is not pre-approved by the nurse will have medication confiscated and parents will be called.

All 7th graders needed to have a TDAP booster and a Meningococcal immunization or a Conscientious Objection on file in the Health Office prior to the start of the school year. Any 7th grader that does not have these immunizations are considered out of compliance. Please bring paperwork to the school nurse showing proof of these immunizations or a notarized Conscientious Objection. If you need a Conscientious Objection notarized, please contact the school nurse to arrange an appointment to have that notarized.

The Health Office always accepts donations such as period products and deodorant. We are also in need of t-shirts, pants, underwear and socks for both boys and girls in all sizes. Thank you

Homework Requests & Make-up Work

If a student is absent for a single day, the student may obtain any make-up work from the teacher upon returning to school. If a student will be absent for multiple days, homework may be requested by emailing the teacher directly. A staff email directory can be found on the link below or you can find emails in ParentVue.

Deliveries to Students

Please ensure your children arrive at school in possession of everything they need for the day, including homework, lunch, musical instruments, sporting equipment, and their chromebook. Lunches from DoorDash or other delivery services are not allowed.

Early Pick-Ups & End-of-Day Changes

If your child needs to leave early or you have an end-of-day change to communicate, please notify the office in the morning. End of day messages are difficult as students may be outside for PE, at recess, or in band. The earlier you can notify us, the better. Thank you for your cooperation!

Student Drop-Off & Pick-Up
All student drop-off and pick-up takes place in the upper lot off of Twin Bluff Road.
Please note: The lower/back lot off of Pioneer Road is reserved for buses only.

Attendance
To report an absence, a late arrival, or if your student needs to be picked up early, please call the attendance line at 651-385-4550 or email tbmsattendance@rwps.org.

Yearbooks

Click on the link below to order your yearbook. Any questions, please contact our Yearbook Advisor, Christine Stewart-clstewart@rwps.org.

PE: Mr. Lemke's class will be doing the bike unit from April 20th-May 1st.

Tuesday, May 12th: 7:30pm-6th and 7th Grade Band Concert

Monday, May 18th: 6:00-6th and 7th Grade Choir Concert

Congratulations to Gwyn P., Sebastian R., Gabby W., and Penelope J., for participating in the MN state 6th grade honor choir last weekend!

"Many students from across Minnesota auditioned, but only a

few were chosen to participate. They did an amazing job, and I am so proud of the hard work they put into their performance!" ~Mr. Ascheman

Students in Ms. Forbes Art class proudly display their artwork at the Depot Gallery. Well done!!

From Yearbook Advisor, Christine Stewart:

The Yearbook Club celebrated the end of an incredible year and I just have to say—what an amazing group of students.

Their hard work, creativity, and dedication truly made this yearbook something special. They pushed through deadlines, challenges, and long hours, and the final result reflects just how much they cared.

I also want to give a huge shout-out to their parents and families—thank you for supporting these talented students every step of the way. You’ve raised some truly outstanding young people.

To my yearbook staff: I am so proud of each and every one of you. This book is your legacy, and you should feel incredibly proud of what you accomplished 💙

Yearbook Club Students: Chase, Greyson, Penelope, Loki, Coco, Savannah, Gabriella, Ember, Lorna, Evie, Mylah, Abby, Paetyn, Kaisa, Gwyneth P, Trygg A.

Please see below for important information for our 5th grade students.

School Hours:

8:35 a.m. Building opens & supervision begins (8:30 if eating breakfast)

8:45 a.m. First bell

3:40 p.m. Last bell: students dismissed

ParentVue gives you access to your student's school information such as attendance and grades. We will also be using it for report cards this year instead of mailing them. Please call or email the office to get an activation key to get things started. Once you have the activation key you can access it through this link or any of the links on the district or school buildings web pages. You must have an email address to use this system.

Middle school students attending activities and events must be accompanied by an adult. The same behavior that is expected during the school day is also expected at events. Please remember to be Safe, Kind, and Responsible as you show your Winger Pride!

No parking or drop off during busing times!

We have new signs that are now in place reminding all drivers that the bus loop is ONLY for buses each morning during drop off's (8:15 - 9:15 am) and each afternoon during pick up's (3:15 - 4:15 pm).

New signs at the bus loop entrance reminds drivers that this is a "One Way" and only bus traffic each morning and afternoon as well.

Please help us keep students safe by following the expectations.

Attendance Matters! Please take a look at this info chart that our Assistant Principal created showing the importance of school attendance. Students can have up to 10 parent/guardian excused absences prior to the school asking for a doctor's note for future absences. If a doctor's notes is not provided after 10 absences, the absence will be unexcused.

Every Sunday during the school year, the district office sends out their newsletter by email. It has news from the whole district and the calendar of events for each building. If you haven't already, please sign up by emailing a request to: newsletter@rwps.org.

Box Tops are now digital! You can help our school raise funds to help students by enrolling in the program. It is free and an easy way to help the school earn money by scanning the groceries you already pay for! https://boxtops4education.com/s/get-the-app

Class hours

8:35 a.m. Building opens & supervision begins

8:45 a.m. First bell
3:40 p.m. Last bell: students dismissed

Office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Email: tbmsattendance@rwps.org
Webpage: Twin Bluff Middle School
Location: 2120 Twin Bluff Road, Red Wing, MN 55066, USA
Phone: 651-385-4530
Social media: Facebook, Instagram

Twin Bluff School Office-651-385-4530

Attendance Line-651-385-4550

First Student Busing Questions-651-388-8244

District Transportation Route Questions-651-385-4795

Spanish Assistance-651-385-4607 (Carla)