Weekly Principal's Newsletter

A massive shoutout to our new athletic secretary, Mr. Badway! Joining us right at the absolute craziest time—the very start of the spring sports season—Mr. Badway didn't just step into the role; he completely embraced it. He got up to speed at lightning pace, built solid relationships with staff, coaches, and students, and has already become deeply ingrained in our Strayer athletics culture.

Managing a sports season is no small feat, but he made the entire transition look completely seamless and pulled off a wildly successful spring season. We are so incredibly lucky to have you on the team, Mr. Badway. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and for hitting the ground running!

• May 25: Memorial Day - No School for Students
• May 26-29: Outdoor School (7th Grade)
• June 1: 8th Grade Trip
• June 5: Marking Period 4 Awards Ceremony
• June 5: 8th Grade Dance
• June 8: Field Day
• June 9: Rising 9th Grade Orientation at QCHS
• June 10: 8th-Grade Moving Up Ceremony

To help us ensure a smooth and awesome experience for all students, please take note of the following important updates:

• 🧳 Packing & Weather: Check our Canvas page for the packing list, and keep an eye on the forecast so your student is prepared for the elements.

• 🤝 Volunteers Needed: We are still looking for amazing volunteers! Head to the Canvas page and click on the SignUpGenius logo for the correct session to grab a spot. We truly appreciate you donating your time to make this trip a success!

• 🚗 Pick-Up Info: Please arrange to pick up your student at 1:30 PM on Day 2, when we return to Strayer.

If you have any questions, please reach out directly to Mr. DiGiacomo. Thank you for your support!

What to Expect If Your 7th-Grade Student is at Strayer Next Week

While the majority of our staff and students are away supporting Outdoor School, we want to ensure a smooth and productive week for everyone at Strayer.

Students who are not attending Outdoor School (or are in the session remaining at Strayer) ) will follow a temporary "Lunch 3" schedule. They will move through the day with a dedicated cohort of peers and will complete their daily lessons primarily via Canvas. Because so many of our teachers will be off-site, these lessons may be facilitated by teachers may not their usual core instructors.

Thank you for your flexibility as we keep the learning going!

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming moving up ceremony at Strayer Middle School! To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, please take note of the following event details:

• Date: June 10, 2026

• Time: 1:00 PM (Doors will open for seating at 12:30 PM)

• Location: Strayer Middle School Auditorium

Important Note on Attendance

Due to the maximum capacity regulations of our auditorium, we kindly ask that families limit their attendance to 2 guests per student. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us stay within safety guidelines while ensuring all students have loved ones in the audience to cheer them on.

We will live stream the event to ensure that everybody has the opportunity to watch the 8th graders walk the stage!

Reporting Student Absences: Information on how to report student absences can be found under "Attendance Information" on our website.

Join the QCSD Team and make a difference in the lives of young people! Check-out the QCSD Employment Opportunities. Let’s build a bright future together.

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