The Weekly Update #4

Our first MOMS Marauder Rally was a huge success! It was an amazing example of the phenomenal community here at MOMS. The students came together and celebrated their school and grade level teams. Congratulations to our 7th Grade for winning Most Spirit over all!! We enjoyed music, games and friendly competition.

To wrap up their Brain unit, our 8th-grade students put their learning into action with a hands-on sheep brain dissection! After studying the major parts of the brain, their functions, and how the developing adolescent brain can influence behavior, emotions, decision-making, and risk-taking, students worked in groups to identify and examine the different structures of the brain. This culminating experience gave students the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a real-world setting while strengthening their understanding of how the brain plays an important role in who we are and how we behave.

Our student scientists recently completed a hands-on Gummy Bear Investigation to explore how water moves in and out of materials. Students placed gummy bears in different solutions, made predictions, carefully observed changes, and collected measurements before and after the investigation. They then used their data to explain what happened and why.

Beyond the gummy bears, students were practicing important scientific skills: making observations, collecting and analyzing data, identifying patterns, and using evidence to support a conclusion. The investigation provided a fun, visual introduction to the movement of water and will help students begin connecting what they observed in the lab to how water moves in and out of living cells.

Students coming in to the Media Center for FLEX are hard at work exploring a variety of engaging STEM activities made possible through a generous PTO grant! We’re grateful for the support that provides our students with hands-on learning opportunities to build creativity, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking. Thank you, PTO!

For all questions or concerns regarding middle school athletics, please contact Carly O'Reilly at carly.oreilly@motsd.org

We are looking forward to offering many exciting clubs this year at M.O.M.S many of which have already begun! Stay tuned for more on this year's offerings as we anticipate rolling out club information in the next few weeks.

SmartPass empowers both students and educators, minimizes classroom disruptions, maximizes instructional time, and makes student management easier and safer for the entire student body.

STUDENT IDs: All students at MOMS are required to wear their school-issued ID and lanyard each day as part of our commitment to building safety and accountability. If you received a message indicating your child needs a replacement, please be sure to return the original or submit the replacement fee as soon as possible. Incoming 6th grade students will receive their IDs on the first day of school. All returning students will also receive their IDs on the first day of school. IDs are to remain at school and will be turned in during PM Homeroom each day prior to dismissal. In the event that your student's ID is lost or damaged at any point during the school year, please have them report that to their homeroom teacher right away. They will be assisted with our replacement procedures.

Regular attendance and punctuality is

essential. Each day of learning builds on the last, and being

present ensures your child does not miss critical instruction

or fall behind. Arriving on time (8:00am) helps your child

begin with a positive mindset and stay on track with their

learning. To report a student absence please use pickup patrol. Click on the image below to access the site.

All immunization records and medical

forms are due by the first day of school. Please contact Ms. Segnello or Mr. Andrew Jaworski in the nurse’s office with questions:

mailto:stacy.segnello@motsd.org or Andrew.jaworski@motsd.org