September is Here!
TMS Middle School Minute 9/4/26
~ Upcoming Events ~
Saturday, 9/5 - Cross Country Talawanda Brave Invitational @ THS
Tuesday, 9/8 - Football @ Hamilton 5:30pm
Wednesday, 9/9 - FCCLA Meeting 2:10-3:10pm in Ms. Thomaswick's room
Thursday, 9/10 - Volleyball vs. Ross @ 5:30pm
Friday, 9/11 - Cross Country @ Mason Invitational
Monday, 9/14 - Builders Club 2:15-3pm in room 504
ATTENTION 6TH GRADE PARENTS!
6th Grade Student Contact Info. (2026/27)
6th Grade Parents please complete!
This information helps the 6th grade staff get to know your child, and informs us who to contact to ensure that your child has a great year in 6th grade. This form will be used by ALL 6th grade teachers. Please only complete this form once per child in 6th grade.
PROGRESSBOOK INFORMATION
Students will be learning how to use Progressbook to check on grades and homework assignments. Information will be sent home to parents who have not yet set up a parent account as well. Please use this LINK for more information to best utilize the tools that are offered with Progressbook.
NEWS FROM THE CAFETERIA
Parents please know that we do serve breakfast every morning. Your student has plenty of time once they arrive at school to sit down and have breakfast. We will make sure that they are given ample time once they arrive at school to finish their breakfast.
NOTES FROM THE NURSE
This is a friendly reminder that your child may be due for important routine vaccinations, including the Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis) and Meningococcal vaccines. The state of Ohio requires that all students have these vaccinations by 7th grade. We are requiring that proof of these vaccines or an exemption are provided by September 9, 2026. If proof is not provided, then your student will be excluded from school and not allowed to return until proof of vaccines are provided.
Please contact your child's healthcare provider or local health department to review their immunization record and determine whether these vaccines are needed.
If your child has already received these vaccinations, please provide the school with an updated immunization record so that we can ensure our records are current.
If you have questions about your child's vaccination requirements, please contact Becky Hart RN TMS clinic at 513-273-3314.
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
LITTLE AGGIES!
Little Aggies is kicking off for the year! Students interested in agriculture, FFA, leadership, and getting more involved are invited to join us for our first meeting.
Wednesday, September 16
2:15–3:15 PM
Room 301
Come see what Little Aggies is all about. All interested students in grades 6-8 are welcome!
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.
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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-