Announcements for Monday, February 28, 2011

1.      This weekend 45 projects created by T/E students competed in the annual Philadelphia Classical Society competition in traditional artistry and literature.  Although the complete list of winners will not be out for a few weeks, 2 winners have been named:  Maggie C. for her sketch of the Roman god Mars and Max M. for his winning T shirt design.  Maggie's picture can be seen in the main office.

 

2.      Attention Tuesday 5th and 6th grade chorus: we rehearse tomorrow after school

 

3.      Attention Monday 5th grade chorus: we rehearse today after school

 

4.      Due to the half day on Wednesday, Manga/Anime club will be rescheduled to Monday, March 7 in Room 153 after school.

 

5.      Attention songfest members: we rehearse today during activity period

 

6.      There will be a meeting for all 8th grade girls interested in playing lacrosse this year on Tuesday, March 1 activity in large group 12.

 

7.      Attention all spring athletes - ImPACT testing is required for all students playing lacrosse and is optional for those playing baseball, softball, or track.  If you have never had an ImPACT test, please go to the alien lab after school on Tuesday, March 1 or Tuesday, March 8, to be eligible to participate this spring.  See Miss Hickey if you have any questions.

 

8.      Here is our February Song of the Week Update:

In 5th Grade, Mr. Prothero maintains a small lead over Ms. Rickel.

In 6th Grade, Mr. Broadhead continues to set the pace although his lead as shrunk to two points over Mr. Krimsky.

In 7th Grade, Ms. Wilson has made a recent charge into the lead.  Ms. Corson and Mr. Boukalik are just off the pace.

In 8th Grade, Mr. McCarthy leads Mrs. Ferenchick by only two points.

The overall school leader belongs to Mr. Ferris and Room 226.  All of the competitions are very close with four months to go so keep on submitting your entries.

Remember – every correct Artist you submit is worth 1 point, every correct Title is worth 1 point, and winners of the week are drawn at random from all entries.

 

Announcements for Friday, February 25, 2011

1.     Lunch Today: Individual pizza, assorted fruit and vegetables and low fat white or chocolate milk

 

2.     Spring Sports are right around the corner. Stop by the Main Office to pick up your forms...Forms must be completed before practice begins

 

3.     Attention all spring athletes - ImPACT testing is required for all students playing lacrosse and is optional for those playing baseball, softball, or track.  If you have never had an ImPACT test, please go to the alien lab after school on Tuesday, March 1 or Tuesday, March 8, to be eligible to participate this spring.  See Miss Hickey if you have any questions.

 

4.     Attention Dance Club Members-the Dance Club party is post poned until next Thursday, March 3.  Please remember to bring your supplies.

 

5.     On February 25, 1964, 22-year-old Cassius Clay shocks the odds-makers by dethroning world heavyweight boxing champ Sonny Liston in a seventh-round technical knockout. Clay, who was the descendant of a runaway Kentucky slave, rejected the name originally given to his family by a slave owner and took the Muslim name of Muhammad Ali.

 

Announcements for Thursday, February 24, 2011

1.      Lunch Today: Soft beef taco with cheese, diced tomato, lettuce and taco sauce, assorted fruit and vegetables and low fat white or chocolate milk

 

2.      Spring Sports are right around the corner. Stop by the Main Office to pick up your forms...Forms must be completed before practice begins

 

3.      There will be no writing club this week. We will continue working on the next edition of the Bulldog Press next week, Thursday, March 3rd.

 

4.      Attention 8^th grade boys’ basketball team, please turn-in your cleaned uniform by Friday, February 25^th.

 

5.      Attention all spring athletes - ImPACT testing is required for all students playing lacrosse and is optional for those playing baseball, softball, or track.  If you have never had an ImPACT test, please go to the alien lab after school on Tuesday, March 1 or Tuesday, March 8, to be eligible to participate this spring.  See Miss Hickey if you have any questions.

 

6.      Attention songfest members: we will rehearse tomorrow morning and during activity period.

 

7.      All club/student organization members, with the exception of TV Studio, please report to the small gym immediately.

Announcements for Tuesday, February 22, 2011

1.     Lunch Today: Baked Ziti with Sausage, Peppers and Onions, Assorted fruit and vegetables and low fat white or chocolate milk

 

2.     Spring Sports are right around the corner. Stop by the Main Office to pick up your forms...Forms must be completed before practice begins

 

3.     The following classes are to report to the Large Group Room at the beginning of 4th period for the grade level math league test:  Mrs. Stehouwer's 2nd period Algebra 1 class, Ms. Crocker's 5th period Pre-algebra class, Ms. Quirk's 3rd period Algebra 1 class.  Please bring a pencil and a calculator to the large group room.

 

Mrs. Stehouwer's 4th period class should report directly to Ms. Crocker in room 130.  Geometry and Algebra 2 students will take their tests during their math classes today.

 

4.     Last week the Valley Forge and TE wrestler culminated their seasons with 2 joint days of practice followed by 2 long days of competition.  On Friday and Saturday the Conestoga Middle School Wrestling team, a combination of the Valley Forge and TE Middle School teams, competed in the prestigious Southeastern Pennsylvania Junior High/Middle School Championships.  The tournament consisted of 27 of the top teams of 7th to 9th graders from Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, and Delaware Counties.  Our Conestoga Middle School team, for the first time ever placed, earning a 5th place trophy.  Of the 16 wrestlers on the team 7 placed in the top 6 in their bracket earning a spot on the medal stand.

 

The team consisted of Brigham D, Aaron O, Scott C, Liudas P, Michael S, Eddie K, Kevin Z, Dylan S, Danny I, Chris B, Damase B, Andrew W, Chris M, Eddie J, Alec D, and Leonard W.

 

Earning a 6th place medal were: Scott C, Danny I, Eddie J, and Leonard W

 

Placing 5th was Andrew W

 

Earning a 4th place medal was Damase B

 

And for only the second time ever we had a champion as Chris M won his bracket as he placed 1st in the 145 pound weight class.

 

Great job to all the wrestlers as you represented our district with class and sportsmanship.

 

5.     Attention Tuesday 5th & 6th grade chorus: we rehearse today after school

 

6.     Attention Cantabile members: we rehearse tomorrow morning promptly at 7:15am

Announcements for Friday, February 18, 2011

1.    Spring Sports are right around the corner. Stop by the Main Office to pick up your forms...Forms must be completed before practice begins

 

2.    Congratulations to Lily S. for representing T/E Middle School at the Chester County Spelling Bee.  There were 52 contestants from across the county. Lily represented herself and T/E well against some stiff competition.  Congratulations again to Lily for being this year’s school-wide Spelling Bee Champion.

 

3.    Attention all chorus members auditioning on piano: the auditions are today during activity periods in room 171. Please arrive on time

 

4.    Attention all 8th grade chorus members: make sure you check out the important message on the chorus bulletin board regarding 9th grade chorus. You must sign up for one of the ensembles.  See Mr. Spangler if you have any questions.

 

 

 

 

Announcements for Thursday, February 17, 2011

1.      Attention Dance Club Members-Please stop by Ms. Seymour’s room to pick up a form room before you leave school today.  Thank you.

 

2.      Attention 8th grade chorus members: please see the chorus bulletin board outside room 171 for important 9th grade chorus sign-up information

 

 

3.      Attention all chorus members auditioning on piano: auditions will take place during activity periods tomorrow. Do not be late!

 

4.      Please congratulate April H as the high scorer on this month's Math League Test.  Ten students followed in a close second:

 

Yuge X                  Elise D             Sean G             Christopher B               Amber Z

Laura Z                  Courtney K      Anne L             Cynthia H                     Ryann C

 

Thanks to all who participated.

 

5.      Reminder to all 8th graders. 

 

Course selection "Green Cards" are due to Mr. Sola this Friday, February 18th.  Stapled to each Green Card - should be a completed yellow block schedule grid that reflects your course selections.

 

Green cards need to be signed by parents and dropped off at the box outside Mr. Sola's office.  Please see Mr. Sola in his office at lunch, before school, or after school with any questions.

 

6.      Spring Sports are right around the corner. Stop by the Main Office to pick up your forms...Forms must be completed before practice begins

 

7.      Change for Champions ends Today!!.....bring in some change…….support Special Olympics….and have a chance to win some great prizes!!

 

Announcements for Wednesday, February 16, 2011

1.      Change for Champions ends this Thursday!!.....bring in some change…….support Special Olympics….and have a chance to win some great prizes!!!!!!

 

2.      The first meeting of the new Anime club will today after school until 3:30 in room 234.  Come and learn more about this modern form of art and animation.

 

3.      Attention 7th and 8th grade chorus: we rehearse tomorrow morning

 

4.      Spring Sports are right around the corner. Stop by the Main Office to pick up your forms...Forms must be completed before practice begins

 

5.      Attention all 8th grade chorus members: check out the chorus bulletin board outside of room 171 for important 9th grade chorus course selection information. The results from the Chorale audition will also be posted by activity period today.

 

6.      Students belonging to a club or organization at TEMS should report to the small gym immediately following announcements to have their picture taken.

 

 

Announcements for Tuesday, February 15, 2011

 

1.      Change for Champions ends this Thursday!!.....bring in some change…….support Special Olympics….and have a chance to win some great prizes!!!!!!

 

2.      Attention Tuesday 5th grade and 6th grade chorus: we rehearse today after school

 

3.      Attention Cantabile: we rehearse tomorrow morning

 

4.      Attention all Model United Nations Club members - our next meeting is today after school. Plan to share information about your topics.

 

5.      Yearbook staff please be reminded of our meeting today during lunch activity. Please be prompt !!!

 

Announcements for Monday, February 14, 2011

1.      Change for Champions ends this Thursday!!.....bring in some change…….support Special Olympics….and have a chance to win some great prizes!!!!!!

 

2.      Attention Monday 5th grade chorus: we rehearse today after school

 

3.      Attention Tuesday 5th and 6th grade chorus: we rehearse tomorrow after school

 

4.      The first meeting of the new Anime club will be on Wednesday after school until 3:30 in room 234.  Come and learn more about this modern form of art and animation. 

 

5.      On this day in 1919, President Woodrow Wilson presents a draft for the League of Nations in an effort to create greater cooperation between the nations of the world following the devastation of World War I.

 

 

Announcements for Tuesday, February 10, 2011

1.      Today’s lunch is Baked BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs, low fat white or chocolate milk and assorted fruits and vegetables

 

2.      Attention 5^th and 6^th graders:  Sign up now for the 5^th and 6^th grade movie social.  Flyers are available from your homeroom teacher or in the office.  The movie is “Rango” starring the voice of Johnny Depp.  The social is Friday, March 4^th, from 11:30 to 2:00 at the Anthony Wayne movie theater in Wayne.  The cost is $12-payable by cash or check made out to TEMS PTO.  Pizza and unlimited popcorn and soda are included!

 

3.      Change for Champions is running all this week……bring in your change…..have a chance to win a great prize…..and help out Special Olympics!!!

 

4.      Congratulation to the 8^th grade boys’ basketball team as they have won their last four games of the season.  They defeated Steward 37 to 16.   I am please to state that this team displayed and understood that there is “No I in team” and that hard work pays-off.   WAY TO GO BULLDOGS!

 

5.      Attention all chorus members: there will be no sectionals today or tomorrow.

 

Announcements for Tuesday, February 08, 2011

1.      Today’s lunch is penne pasta with meatballs, low fat white or chocolate milk and assorted fruits and vegetables

 

2.      Congratulations to the 8^th grade boys’ basketball team as they defeated East Norriton 32 to 29.  The entire team played an outstanding game.  Way to go Bulldogs!

 

3.      Attention 5^th and 6^th graders:  Sign up now for the 5^th and 6^th grade movie social.  Flyers are available from your homeroom teacher or in the office.  The movie is “Rango” starring the voice of Johnny Depp.  The social is Friday, March 4^th, from 11:30 to 2:00 at the Anthony Wayne movie theater in Wayne.  The cost is $12-payable by cash or check made out to TEMS PTO.  Pizza and unlimited popcorn and soda are included!

 

4.      Attention all Model United Nations Club members - Our next meeting is today after school because last week's was snowed out. Please come today to research. Thank you.

 

5.      Change for Champions is running all this week……bring in your change…..have a chance to win a great prize…..and help out Special Olympics!!!

 

6.      Attention Tuesday 5th grade and 6th grade chorus: we rehearse today after school

 

7.      Attention Cantabile members: we rehearse tomorrow morning

 

8.      Attention all chorus members interested in playing piano for the choirs: you must sign up to audition by this Wednesday. See Mr. Spangler if you have any questions.

Announcements for Monday, February 07, 2011

1.     Today’s lunch is pancakes and sausage, low fat white or chocolate milk and assorted fruits and vegetables

 

2.     Congratulations to Cynthia H, April H, Courtney K, and Alex W. who took 1^st place in the Math Counts competition over the weekend. 200 students from 26 schools across Chester County were represented. Alex W. also placed 2nd individually in both the written and oral competition. These students will represent Chester County at the Pennsylvania state competition next month. Arun B., Sean G., Mary M., Nakita R., Daniel X., and Michael Z. also participated in the competition. Congratulations!

         

3.     Tech club will end at 3:30 today...

 

4.     On February 7, 1964, Pan Am Yankee Clipper flight 101 from London Heathrow lands at New York's Kennedy Airport--and "Beatlemania" arrives. It was the first visit to the United States by the Beatles, a British rock-and-roll quartet that had just scored its first No. 1 U.S. hit six days before with "I Want to Hold Your Hand." At Kennedy, the "Fab Four"--dressed in mod suits and sporting their trademark pudding bowl haircuts--were greeted by 3,000 screaming fans who caused a near riot when the boys stepped off their plane and onto American soil.

 

5.     Anyone knowing the whereabouts of some long cardboard carpet cores please contact me. We are in need of them for the play ...

Announcements for Friday, February 04, 2011

1.      Congratulations to the 8^th grade boys’ basketball team as they defeated Radnor 35 to 14.  The entire team played an outstanding game.

 

2.      All students participating in the Math Counts competition tomorrow should see Ms. Quirk during activity today for important information.

 

3.      Today in 1974, Patty Hearst, the 19-year-old daughter of newspaper publisher Randolph Hearst, is kidnapped from her apartment in Berkeley, California.

 

TEMS Athletics: Week of February 7

2/7/11
7/8 BBB v East Norriton
7/8 GBB at Radnor
(wrestling team - no access to wrestling room)

2/8/11
WR v Welsh Valley

2/9/11
7/8 BBB v Stewart
8/7 GBB at Stewart

2/10/11
7 BBB at Valley Forge

2/11/11
WR v Radnor

TEMS Athletics: Tuesday, February 1 - all games and practices cancelled/postponed

Announcements for Tuesday, February 1, 2011

1.      Today’s lunch is Bosco Pizza Dippers with Marinara Sauce, assorted fruits and vegetables, low fat white or chocolate milk.

 

2.      Attention 8^th Grade:  Mr. Sola will meet with 8^th graders during their 7th and 8th period Advisory sections on Wednesday February 2nd to discuss the upcoming Conestoga Course Selection Process.  On Wednesday, students should report to their Advisory classroom - and the Advisory teacher will take their class to Large Group Room 12 for the presentation.  All students should bring their Program of Studies booklet with them.

 

3.      Congratulations to the 8^th grade boys’ basketball team as they defeated Eisenhower 25 to 18.  The entire team played an outstanding game.  Way to go bulldogs! 

 

4.      Nate Aspinall and Jack Reilly please report to room 108.

 

5.      Attention all Model UN club members - our next meeting is today after school. Come to read and research your topic.

 

6.      Today in 1790, in the Royal Exchange Building on New York City’s Broad Street, the Supreme Court of the United States meets for the first time, with Chief Justice John Jay of New York presiding.