Branagan's Bulletin
Week of January 16 - 20, 2023
Welcome Back!
Hello MHS,
I hope you had a great weekend and were able to take a break and unplug from technology for a bit. Thank you to the many athletes who participated in games and practices this weekend. Your commitment to the Orange and Black is tremendous. Thank you!
It is hard to believe that we are entering the final week of the semester. This year is flying! It is important to be sure that your assignments and grades are in good form as the term will officially close on January 26, 2023 with the completion of your final assessments. I want each of you to finish the semester STRONG. I know you can do it! Please take advantage of the late bus this week and stay after for your teachers for extra help. Be sure that all of your assignments are completed and submitted for review by your teachers.
Lastly, as we honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this weekend, let all of us remember his mission to ensure that love always drives out hate. As you know, each and every day, my final words during morning announcements is "Be good to each other". Let's ensure that we carry this message each and every day both inside and outside of school.
Can't wait to see you!
Have a great week!
Bran
PS. For your planning...Tuesday, January 17, 2023 is a BLACK DAY on our schedule.
SACHEM SHOUT - OUT!
Great job to the following:
- Congratulations to Cassidy Machado singing her commitment to play softball at Nichols College in the fall. Nichols is very lucky to have you join their school community. Well done, Cassidy!
- Congratulations to Olivia Austin and the Class of 2023 for an OUTSTANDING Mystery Ride. Friday evening was so much fun celebrating the countdown to graduation with a wonderful night at Blue Man Group!
- Thank you to Maddie Ryder for serving on the panel presentation for the College Planning Night to share your college application journey with the Class of 2024. Well done!
- Thank you to the students in the Cranberry Cafe for the wonderful lunches you provide each and every week.
- Congratulations to Keira Deane for beating the school record in diving for the 11 Dive Format. Well done, Keira.
CONGRATULATIONS, CASSIDY MACHADO
MHS SOFTBALL TEAM - GO SACHEMS!
SACHEM PRIDE!
Semester I Ends - Final Assessments - January 25 & 26, 2023
For your planning:
Final Assessments
- Wednesday, January 25, 2023 - Block 1 & 2 Assessments - BLACK DAY (Full Day of School)
- Thursday, January 26, 2023 - Block 3 & 4 Assessments - BLACK DAY (11:00am Dismissal)
Please note that Thursday, January 26, 2023 will be an early release day for the High School ONLY. The dismissal time will be 11:00am.
The start of Semester II will be on Friday, January 27, 2023.
Please note...the color day may change if we are interrupted with any weather delays or closures.
Get Those School Laptops Charged!
Thank you for your commitment to ensuring you are ready for school each day!
Community Service Requirement Reminders!
As you know, MHS has a graduation requirement that involves the participation and completion on community service. All students must meet the 24-hour minimum requirement before the completion of senior year.
Mrs. McGurk coordinates all community service programming at MHS and provides some great options to help our students with finding meaningful ways to pay it forward and to help our community. Please visit the Community Service Page
https://www.middleboro.k12.ma.us/domain/1022 to learn more.
Please reach out to Mrs. McGurk with any questions. Her email is smcgurk@middleboro.k12.ma.us
LEARNING COMMONS (LIBRARY) EXPECTATIONS AND PROTOCOLS!
The Learning Commons (Library) is a great place to gather, collaborate, read and study. It is important the the Learning Commons is always an area that is conducive to learning. With this in mind, please make note of the important protocols for the use of the Learning Commons:
LEARNING COMMONS/LIBRARY PROTOCOLS
FROM A CLASS:
All students must have an E-hall Pass from their teacher, check in with Mrs. Phillips, and sign in on the clipboard. Students must sign out when they leave. (Teacher will call x3131 first.)
FROM LUNCH:
Students who want to come to the Learning Commons during lunch must get a paper pass from Mrs. Phillips in the morning before 7:20. Students will show their pass to a teacher or administrator in the cafeteria, turn in their pass to Mrs. Phillips, and sign in at the library on the green clipboard.
No food or drink is allowed at any time, except water.
Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
Clean up after yourself and push in your chair before you leave.
Get an E-hall Pass for the restroom or to leave for any other purpose.
Please see Mrs. Phillips in the Learning Commons with any questions.
FAMILY STRONG COMMUNITY SERIES
MARK YOUR CALENDAR - JANUARY 24, 2023
Math MCAS Prep Course - Begins February 1, 2023
Mrs. Salamone and Mr. Darling will host an afternoon MCAS Prep class for all Sophomores. The MCAS Review Course will be held every Wednesday from 2:00 - 3:00pm in Room C267. The Review Course will begin February 1, 2023.
As we approach the MCAS test date, or if demand dictates, more afternoon sessions will be scheduled.
The primary goal will be to refresh the student’s Algebra skills and to practice using the Geometry Formula Sheet to solve problems. We will use previous MCAS test questions to ensure the students are aware of the language used. We will also offer different test taking strategies that will be helpful during the test.
Mrs. Salamone and Mr. Darlin have created a Google Classroom to allow all students to take advantage of practice tests, videos or other materials if they can not attend during live sessions. The code to join is th4ymoc. Join Today!!!
The weekly Review Course will be held through the Math MCAS Exam in May.
Please reach out to Mrs. Salamone or Mr. Darling with any questions.
Mrs. Salamone - jsalamone@middleboro.k12.ma.us
Mr. Darling - rdarling@middleboro.k12.ma.us
LATE BUSES - MONDAY - WEDNESDAY EACH WEEK!
Late Bus Expectations:
Late buses are available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Late buses arrive at MHS at approximately 3:45 p.m. and pick up students at the Bus Loop.
Students must have a valid, school-based reason to stay after (club meeting, extra help).
Students seeking a late bus pass must sign up for the pass in the Main Office before 1:50 p.m. on the day of issuance. The Main Office will verify the school-based need with the staff person with whom the student is staying.
Students must report to the Main Office upon the conclusion of the after school session with a timed pass from the sending staff person.
Student Government Day - March 2023
If there's more than one applicant per grade level, elections will be held during the week of 01/23/2023. Please reach out to Mrs. Byrnes in C258 with any questions.
PARENT/GUARDIAN RECOGNITION PAGES - CLASS OF 2023 YEARBOOK - DUE JANUARY 31, 2023!
Please consider ordering a Recognition Page for the Class of 2023 Yearbook. If you are interested in ordering a page, please visit the link below:
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/ybAdDesigner/1065726/-/2022082613184736087/CATALOG_SHOP/
Please reach out to the MHS Yearbook with any questions - mhs_yearbook@middleboro.k12.ma.us
Home Games - Week of January 16 - 20, 2023
Monday, January 16:
- No Home Events
Tuesday, January 17:
- Boys Track Vs. TBD - Varsity - 6:30pm - Wheaton College
- Girls Track Vs. TBD - Varsity - 6:30pm - Wheaton College
- Girls Basketball Vs. Cohasset - JV - 5:00pm - MHS Gym
- Girls Basketball Vs. Cohasset - Varsity - 6:30pm - MHS Gym
Wednesday, January 18:
- Wrestling Vs. Carver - Varsity & JV - 7:00pm - MHS Gym
Thursday, January 19:
- Gymnastics Vs. Barnstable/Mashpee - Varsity - 6:30pm - Middleborough YMCA
Friday, January 20:
- Boys Basketball Vs. Southeastern Regional - Freshmen - 3:30pm - MHS Gym
- Boys Basketball Vs. Randolph - JV - 5:00pm - MHS Gym
- Boys Basketball Vs. Randolph - Varsity - 6:30pm - MHS Gym
Good luck to the many away meets and games taking place this week!
Go Sachems!!
MASC Unified Bocce - January 29, 2023
Get ready for the one of the greatest events of the year....Unified Bocce Tournament. MHS is partnering with Special Olympics of Massachusetts for the annual Unified Bocce Tournament that will be held at Pembroke High School on Sunday, January 29, 2023.
We are looking to pack the stands with Sachems to cheer on our Unified Bocce Teams. Please pick up a permission slip in the Main Office and come join a GREAT day with our Unified Bocce Team.
All permissions are due back no later than Monday, January 23, 2023
Please see Mr. Dyer, Hana Marshall or Ally Crowley with any questions.
Winter Ball - Saturday, February 4, 2023 - Save the Date!
Tickets will go on sale on Monday, January 23, 2023 for $15.00 per ticket. Also, Guest Permission Forms will be available in the Main Office beginning on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Forms are due back NO LATER than Monday, January 30, 2023. Forms will NOT be accepted after this date. Please plan accordingly.
Winter SEMASC Conference - February 2, 2023
Student Council Meeting - January 18, 2023
Any questions, please reach out to any officer with any questions.
KEY CLUB MEETINGS!
GAME CLUB IS BACK!
GSA MEETINGS!
JOIN YESS CLUB!
JOIN THE NEW CREATIVE WRITING CLUB!
MHS DEBATE CLUB
MHS BOOK DRIVE - THANK YOU ETHAN FOR YOUR WONDERFUL PROJECT!
Family Resource Center - Resource Roundup! - Check it out!
Link to Resource Roundup: https://www.smore.com/p065v1
Also, be sure to check our the Family Resource Center Facebook Page that is packed with resources and events for the families of Middleborough.
Inclement Weather Protocol - A Message from Superintendent Lyons
Please see Mrs. Lyons special newsletter regarding inclement weather days:
We are SachemSTRONG!
A FINAL THOUGHT!
Paul Branagan
Email: pbranagan@middleboro.k12.ma.us
Website: www.middleboro.k12.ma.us
Location: 71 East Grove Street, Middleborough, MA.
Phone: 508-946-2010
Facebook: facebook.com/MiddleboroughHighSchool
Twitter: @principalbran