Millswood Email Template

We want to start our S'more with the most important message we can convey to our community:

Our #1 priority is to continue our efforts in providing a safe, learning environment for ALL students and staff. We take pride in regard to our Millswood reputation and we will strive to maintain that image. Our expectations are high because we know our students are worthy of greatness, excellence and success! We have 840 incredible students that deserve the best...and the best is at Millswood!

In Unity,

Ms. Rubinger & Mrs. Warmerdam

1. Progress Reports will be available this week. Please be on the lookout this Friday for mid-quarter grades to be posted.

2. We have a variety of interventions to support our students! Mission Zero is available every morning from 7:30-8:00 for academic assistance. We also have after-school tutoring available focusing on multiple subjects with various teachers every day except Wednesdays.

3. Academic sweeps will be taking place after progress report grades have been posted. These sweeps will focus on students receiving a cumulative GPA below a 2.0 and/or students will multiple assignments missing. Counselors will be meeting with students and parents will be notified of updated social probation status.

Absences – SHOW UP EVERY DAY

This is the time of year where we see stuffy noses and sore throats. We understand that you are keeping your child home when not feeling well. This is your reminder to call/email the office and report the absence. Our attendance is one of the best in the district. Please help us keep it up! We appreciate that our students are attending school and we thank you for reinforcing the importance of showing up to Millswood everyday! (209) 331-8332 or millswoodoffice@lodiusd.net

Tardies – BE ON TIME

As the weather continues to drop in temperature, it is tougher to get out of bed in the morning. Please remind your child(ren) that our tardy policy is still in effect. 1st period tardy = same day lunch detention

1. The first round of the CJSF Canned Food Drive is over and the winners are:

• 7th grade Math, Science, Electives
• 8th grade Math, Science, P.E

Keep bringing the cans - Round 2 is now! (Activities Google Classroom has a video for more info)

2. Yearbooks are on sale! If you would like to purchase a yearbook at the lowest price, now is the time! We sold out of yearbooks last year, so make sure you get your order in early! Visit the link below. Yearbooks are $30 until December 31st.

https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1458862/Millswood-Middle-School/2027-Yearbook/20260911131510607152/CATALOG_SHOP/

3. We have begun a Winter Warmth Drive to help the Salvation Army serve people in need within our community. Please donate new socks, beanies, scarves, mittens/gloves, and hand warmers for Minga points, other prizes and MOST importantly…a chance to help the unhoused in Lodi. See the flyer on our Millswood Instagram and the Activities Google Classroom

4. Wednesday is Veteran’s Day and we would like to celebrate our local veterans by wearing camo on Tuesday (no school Wednesday). Wearing camo will earn your homeroom points!

Buenas tardes, familias de la escuela Millswood Middle. Les comunicamos que la junta del comité asesor de estudiantes aprendices de inglés o English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) que estaba programada para el viernes 20 de noviembre a las 9:00 am. La junta será en el cuarto de conferencias de la oficina de la escuela. Esperamos que todos puedan asistir.

Nov. 11 - No School (Veteran’s Day)

Nov. 13 - Progress Report Grades Available

Nov. 18 - Early Release (11:38am)

Nov. 20 - ELAC (9:00am)

Nov. 23-27 - No School (Thanksgiving Break)

Dec. 4 - Pancakes with the Principals

Dec. 9 - Early Release (11:38am)

Dec. 10 - Movie Night (2:30pm-4:30pm)

Dec. 14 - Parent Club Meeting (6:00pm)

Dec. 15 - Winter Music Concert (5:30pm-7:30pm)

Dec. 18 - Early Release (11:38am)

Dec. 21-Jan. 4 - No School (Winter Break)

Follow us on Instagram! @millswood_grizzlies

Please sign up through the link below if you are available to help our Parent Club with our Student Store! Shifts are 2 hours from 10:45-12:45 and the students LOVE when the student store is open! Please comment on your sign-up shift if you are a newcomer and a Parent Club member will assist you!

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0D4EAFA822A3FFC16-66064582-millswood?useFullSite=false

Next Parent Club Meeting: December 14, 2026 at 6:00pm in the Millswood MPR

The Student Services/SELPA Department invites families, educators, and community members to attend the upcoming Special Education Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting.

Topic: VMRC, DOR, and Transition to Adult Services

Presenter: Lisa Chaves, Special Education Coordinator

Date: December 14, 2026

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Location: Microsoft Teams

This meeting will provide an opportunity to learn more about Valley Mountain Regional Center (VMRC), the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), and the transition process from school-based services to adult services.

Join the meeting: Click the Join the meeting now link to participate from your computer, tablet, or smartphone.

For questions or additional information, please contact the Student Services/SELPA Department at (209) 331-7061. We look forward to your participation!

millswoodoffice@lodiusd.net