MMS Update

Greetings MMS Families,

It is hard to believe, but we have reached the final quarter of the school year! While this time of year tends to move quickly, it also brings many fun events and exciting experiences that we are looking forward to sharing together. With the start of a new quarter comes new Unified Arts classes, so please remind your students to check their schedules for Monday. Fourth quarter also means yearbooks are now on sale, and ordering information can be found below. As a reminder, there will be a mandatory meeting for all eighth grade students and families attending the Washington, DC trip on Monday evening at 6:00. We look forward to seeing you there!

Looking forward to an amazing 4th quarter!

Washington, DC Meeting - There will be a mandatory meeting for students attending the Washington, DC trip on April 6th at 6:00.

No School - There will be no school on April 14th for town elections.

April Vacation - We are three weeks away from spring break April 27th - May 1st.

Chess Club begins Monday after school, open to all level of players!

Paraeducators are truly the unsung heroes of our schools, making a meaningful impact on students each and every day. If you would like to recognize the outstanding work of a paraeducator in our school, please click HERE to submit a nomination for our Paraeducator Spotlight, sponsored by MSD SEPAC.

Click HERE for yearbook Ordering information

Tech Ed students participated in an enrichment activity focused on the science of non-Newtonian fluids, specifically by creating slime and Nee-Dohs. After studying the underlying chemistry and material properties, students were given a choice to create one of three materials: a homemade Nee-Doh, borax-based slime, or Oobleck.

This was a challenging and messy activity, yet enjoyable.

Thanks to the Fisher Cats for sponsoring our reading challenge and donating supplies to our PE department!

Laura's World Fund does a great deal for our school system. Recently, we build a new snack shed at the high school to be used by all sporting teams and events, last year and this year we are providing financial support to juniors who need funds for prom as well as seniors who need funding to attend senior week activities, Over the last many years we have given numerous scholarships to graduating seniors. Lastly, we help fund the caring cupboard in all of the Merrimack Schools. It is important to us that our community celebrates twenty years of Laura's World Fund and what we have accomplished in memory of Laura. Pease consider joining us as we look back at where we have been, and where we are headed. Also, please share this event with anyone you believe would like to celebrate with us.

https://givebutter.com/lauras-world-fund-2026-gala

On behalf of Laura's World Fund,

Lindsay Stevens

Click HERE for a letter from the Commissioner of Education

The Pay It Forward NH Birthday Club has recently expanded its program to include middle school students! Previously, the organization was only able to fulfill birthday wishes for children up to age 8, so this expansion is a tremendous opportunity for more of our students to benefit from this thoughtful support for a longer period of time. Families interested in participating can review the attached flyer and sign up using the Birthday Club Sign Up form link provided.

Birthday Club Sign Up

Team pictures will take place on Monday after school at MMS. The QR link for all teams has been posted on SportsYou. All pictures will be completed by 3:55 PM.

Who: All skill levels are welcome! Whether you’re a ""Grandmaster"" or have never touched a board, we want you there.

When: Mondays after school, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.

Dates: Starting Quarter 4. Our very first meeting is Monday, April 6th.

Where: Room 238.

Why: Learn new strategies, challenge your friends, and have fun! Chess is the ultimate ""gymnasium of the mind"".

Interested? See Mrs. Blondin in Room 238 for more details or to sign up!

Robotics - Students interested in joining our famous robotics club should email mmsftc@gmail.com to register.

8th Grade Reading Ambassadors - Attention 8th grade Book Ambassadors, our first meeting is after school on Tuesday, September 9. Please stop by room 208 for a permission slip. If any other 8th grade readers would like to join, please also stop in for a permission slip!

Something Else? - If your student is interested in creating a club at MMS, simply confirm an adult advisor and the club is yours!

MMS PTG Executive Board Nominations for the 2026/27 School Year

The MMS PTG is seeking nominations for the Executive Board for the 2026-2027 school year. Becoming a PTG Officer provides opportunities to make a positive impact & meet new people in the MMS community. The MMS PTG encourages communication with current PTG members to inquire about the position that interests you most. All current PTG officers are listed on the form below. If you, or someone you know, may be interested in serving on the PTG Exec Board, please complete the below form. If nominating someone other than yourself, please be sure to obtain their consent. Nominations will be accepted Mon, Apr 6 through Fri, Apr 17 at 12:00PM.

https://bit.ly/ptg-nomination-2026

MMS Staff Appreciation Week 2026

Thank you to everyone who donated funds for Staff Appreciation Week in May. We will continue to leave the link open for anyone who would like to contribute. All monies raised will go to celebrating our amazing MMS staff. As always, thank you for your continued support. If you have any questions, please reach out to Liz (fundraising@mmsptg.com).

Click here to donate!

Friday Ice Cream Day ($1/treat)

Thank you to everyone who volunteered to sell ice cream. All slots are filled for the remainder of the school year. Thank you for your support! If you have any questions, please contact Annette at volunteer@mmsptg.com.

April Important Dates:

• 8th Grade Culminating Event Meeting, 4/6 @6pm (MMS GYM)
  
• PTG General Meeting, Mon, 4/13 @ 6pm (MMS Library)
• No School - Town Elections, 4/14
• No School - Spring Break 4/27 - 5/1
• Weekly Ice Cream Sales: Fridays (during lunch periods)
• On-going: Give 'n Go Fundraiser, donations accepted online or cash/check (payable to MMS PTG) sent to MMS main office

PTG Contact Info:
Kim Desmarais, President [president@mmsptg.com]
Abby Hammond, Co-President [co-president@mmsptg.com
Liz Thomson, Fundraising [Fundraising@mmsptg.com]

Rachel Paepke, Treasurer [Treasurer@mmsptg.com]

Michelle Bouley, Secretary [secretary@mmsptg.com]

Annette Chaput, Volunteer Coordinator [volunteer@mmsptg.com]

Chrissy Drew, Member-at-Large [member@mmsptg.com]

Click HERE to Register for ASAP!

Instructions:

• Log in to the Parent Portal.

• Scroll down the left-hand menu to find and click Attendance Monitor.

• Click Report New Attendance.

• Fill in the details for your child's absence.

• Click Submit.

Document with instructions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MlE2uLs04F4dl1Bzjfi2Z4DbS3eVx4U_6w_I-GaFVLc/preview

In our ongoing effort to increase school security, we have the following procedures when parents/guardians come to our school during school hours. Thank you all for your understanding.

Dismissal - If dismissing a student, we ask that an authorized dismissing parent/guardian show their ID in the foyer, and then wait in that location for the dismissed student to meet you.

Dropping off items - If a parent/guardian is dropping off an item for a student, we ask that they leave it in the designated area in the foyer.

Visiting the school - If parents/guardians are arriving for a scheduled meeting, we ask that they show their ID in the foyer and then sign in at the main office to receive a visitor pass.