Announcements for Tuesday, May 31, 2011

1. Attention 8th graders…There are only 10 days left to reserve your copy of Memories 2011.  This program will be shown only once at the 8th grade Recognition Ceremony, but for $10 a copy will be made for you to own.  Copies can be reserved in room 212, or in the main office.

 

2. The famous tower clock known as Big Ben, located at the top of the 320-foot-high St. Stephen's Tower, rings out over the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London, for the first time on this day in 1859.

 

3. Today is the birthday of poet Walt Whitman, born in 1819 in West Hills, Long Island, and raised in Brooklyn.  In 1855, he self-published a slim volume of poems called Leaves of Grass, which he continued to revise until his death.  He spent the Civil War comforting both Union and Confederate soldiers. His poem "Oh Captain, My Captain," mourned Lincoln's assassination.

 

 

 

Announcements for Friday, May 27, 2011

1. Lunch today is 5-inch individual pizza, assorted fruits and vegetables with low fat white or chocolate milk.

 

2. Attention track captains:  We will have a meeting today during activity period in Room 175.

 

3. Attention 8th graders… There's only 11 days left to order your copy of Memories 2011.  This program highlights your favorite memories of your 4 years at TE Middle School.  The cost is $10, but the memories are priceless.   Reserve your copy in the main office or in room 212. 

 

4. Attention all 8th grade girls - if you would be interested in being a part of a golf team at Conestoga HS, please see Miss Hickey by the end of the week.

 

5. Mrs. Rickel and Mr. Schweitzer would like to congratulate ALL the 8th graders who participated in the Variety Show last night.  You all did a fantastic job and the show was a huge success. Thanks also go out to all the teachers who participated in the staff act, Mr. Broadhead, Mr. Bryant, Mr. Szymendera, Mr. Duccuasoux, stage crew and our wonderful MC's Mr. Ferris and Owen C.  We couldn't of done any of this without your help and support.  Thanks again! 

 

6. Memorial Day, which falls on the last Monday of May, honors the men and women who died while serving in the American military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially, at least, it marks the beginning of summer. In 2011, Memorial Day is observed on Monday, May 30.

 

Announcements for Thursday, May 26, 2011

1.        Today’s lunch is Soft beef taco with cheese, diced tomatoes, lettuce and taco sauce, assorted fruits and vegetables with low fat white or chocolate milk.

 

2.        Today is T/E Middle School's walk to help find a cure for Juvenile Diabetes.  You can support this cause by walking today at activity.  Bracelets and sneakers can be purchased in the school store or outside.  Please bring your collection envelope to activity and turn it in at the table.  Thank you for your support.

 

3.        Attention 8th graders… Only 13 days left to order the Memories 2011 DVD.  This video is packed with highlights from your 4 years here at TE Middle School. It will be shown at the Recognition Ceremony on June 16th, but for $10.00, you can reserve a copy to own.  Orders can be placed in room 212, or in the main office.

 

4.        The last day for 5/6 After School Sports, Homework Club, and Tutoring Club is today. The shuttle buses will end today as well.

The Softball Team completed an outstanding season on Tuesday with a dominating 13 - 0 win over Valley Forge. The girls finished their season with a record of 10 wins 1 loss and 1 tie. They scored a total of 123 runs and only gave up 16!! Coaches Allison and Prothero would like to thank the following members of the team for a wonderful season!!  Rachel D,  Anna C,  Julia H, Casey A, Taylor J, Liz A,  Abby K , Mara B, Shannon M, Cailyn C, Lilly M Maddie D, Miranda M, Gigi L, Ella R, Alice M,  Ellie U, Maddie W, Brittany L, Maddie O, Grace L, Emily C, Rachel C, Linda A.  Please remember to turn in your washed uniform!!

 

5.        7th and 8th grade students may purchase yearbooks everyday this week from 7:15 until 7:45 in the hallway outside of the cafeteria price $29.00 cash or check, checks to be made payable to T/E Middle School

 

6.        Attention all 7th and 8th grade girls lacrosse players - uniforms will be collected today during activity. Please bring your clean uniforms to the equipment room.

 

7.        Attention all 8th grade girls - if you would be interested in being a part of a golf team at Conestoga HS, please see Miss Hickey by the end of the week.

 

8.        Attention boys’ lacrosse players:  The following 8^th grade lacrosse players need to see Mr. Gately in Room 203 today:  Ben C., Jack M., Jeff P., Chris W.

 

9.        The following 7^th grade lacrosse players also need to see Mr. Gately in Room 203 today:  Daniel B., Omar D., Cormac D., Jack F., Harrison L., Tommy L., Jack M., David P., and Tommy S.

 

10.     Attention all Model United Nations Club members -   Please see Mrs. Cook today for a photo release form. You need to return it by tomorrow  May 27.

 

 

 

 

 

Announcements for Monday, May 23, 2011

1.        Today’s lunch is chicken nuggets with dipping sauce, assorted fruits and vegetables with low fat white or chocolate milk.

 

2.        Yearbooks will be on sale everyday this week from 7:15 until 7:45 in the hallway outside of the cafeteria , price $29.00 check or cash, checks to be made payable to T/E Middle School. This sale is for 7th and 8th grade only ...

 

3.        Attention all 8th grade students interested in participating in the crew team at Conestoga - there is an informational meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, during activity in the large group room.  If you cannot attend, please see Miss Hickey.

 

4.        The last day for 5/6 After School Sports, Homework Club, and Tutoring Club. The shuttle buses will end on that day as well.

 

5.        Attention all 8th graders participating in the Variety Show.  Reminder that course grade sheets are due to Mrs. Rickel or Mr. Schweitzer by rehearsal today.  Please report to the auditorium by 2:40 today after school so we can get started.  Those students who have a track meet and/or lacrosse game today need to see Mrs. Rickel and let her know BEFORE you leave for your meet/game.

 

6.        Attention all Model United Nations Club members - Mrs. Cook & Mrs. Garrity request that all the members who have participated in the club this year, to be present at our last meeting and party after school Tuesday 24 May.

 

7.        7th & 8th Grade Boys and Girls attending today's Track Meet at Valley Forge are to go to first lunch.  Dismissal is at 11:40 and the bus leaves at 11:50.  If you have any questions, please see Coach Hoesch or Coach Hardy.

TEMS Athletics: Week of May 23

5/23
7 BB v Radnor at TEMS, 3:30
8 BB v Radnor at Radnor/N Wayne Park, 3:30
7/8 GLAX v Radnor at VFMS, 3:30

5/24
7 BB at VFMS, 3:30
8 BB v VFMS at TEMS, 3:30
SB at VFMS/VFES, 3:30
Track at LM Relays

Announcements for Friday, May 20, 2011

1.      Yearbooks will be on sale only for 7th & 8th grade students next week, May 23rd -27^th.  Place your order outside of the cafeteria from 7:15 until 7:45, price $29.00 cash or check. Checks to be made payable to T/ E Middle School. A sale for 5th & 6th grade students will be announced shortly.

 

2.      All 8th grade students interested in participating in the crew team at Conestoga next year should attend a meeting on Tuesday during activity in the large group room.  Please see Miss Hickey if you cannot attend.

 

3.      Thirty T/EMS students participated in the Chester County Middle School Forensics Competition on Tuesday, May 17.  This year’s topic for the Competition was the environment, and students competed in several different speech and debate events.

 

The competitors were: 

Sixth grade:  Matt C, Abby C, Ashlynn D, Roxanna F, Peibo G, Noah H, Lauren H, Piper H, Rose K, Amy L, Patrick L, Viktoria O, Jake S, Nathan S, Jason T, and Jonathan X.

Seventh grade:  Mara B, Maddie D, Chris F, Rohan G, Billy H, Thomas H, Grace P, Ella R, and Olivia S.

Eighth grade:  Noah B, April H, Will L, Daniel X, and Navin Z.

 

April H won second place in the ‘Original Oratory’ event.  April researched, wrote, memorized, and delivered an original speech about the pressing need for our society to deal with environmental issues.

 

In the ‘Extemporaneous Speech’ event, Daniel X won honorable mention, and Rohan G won first place.  For this event, Daniel and Rohan spent months researching environmental topics and, at the Competition, were given 15 minutes to compose and memorize an effective speech on a randomly chosen environmental topic.

 

4.      Attention Forensics Club Members:  Please drop by Room 203 to pick up your event ballots from the judges today or Monday.  Award winners can pick up their awards after school today or anytime Monday.

 

5.      Attention boys’ lacrosse players:  The clinic with the high school coaches and players will be on Monday.  After school, we will walk over to Teamer Field together.  The clinic will run until about 5:00 p.m.  All players who have not yet returned uniforms can do so today or on Monday.

 

6.      Reminder for all 8th graders performing in the Variety Show, there is a mandatory dress rehearsal next Monday and Wednesday in the auditorium immediately following school.  Also you MUST bring a copy of your Pinnacle course grades to dress rehearsal on Monday.  Lastly, your music needs to be on a CD and turned into Mrs. Rickel by Monday at the latest. Any questions see Mrs. Rickel or Mr. Schweitzer.

 

7.      Attention 8^th grade boys’ lacrosse players:  Please give pizza money to Mr. Gately this morning.  We will meet in Room 203 during lunch today to celebrate the season.

 

8.      Don't forget - you can do your part to support Juvenile Diabetes research by purchasing sneakers and bracelets in the school store this and next week.  The walk will be during activity on Thursday, May 26.  Thank you for your support!

 

TEMS Athletics: Thursday, May 19

No games today.
7th baseball and 8th girls lacrosse will practice at TEMS until 4pm.

Announcements for Thursday, May 19, 2011

1.      After school sports are cancelled for 5^th and 6^th grade students today and tomorrow.

 

2.      Attention 8^th grade boys’ lacrosse players:  Please give Mr. Gately your pizza money today or Friday morning.  The team meeting will be Friday during lunch and activity in room 203.  You can return uniforms then.  Please see Mr. Gately with any questions.

 

3.      Yearbooks will be on sale for 7th & 8th grade students only next week , May 23rd -27th,  outside of the cafeteria from 7:15 until 7:45, price $29.00 cash or check. Checks to be made payable to T/ E Middle School. A sale for 5th & 6th grade students will be announced shortly.

 

4.      8th grade girls lacrosse practice will be at T/E until 4pm today, Thursday May 19th.

 

5.      Attention all Model United Nations Club members - Our last meeting and party will be after school Tuesday 24 May. Please be there.  Also, you need to find Mrs. Cook some time today, to review the T-shirt design that has been created. Thank you.

 

6.      Writing club will not meet this week. We will resume meeting next week and work on getting in submissions for the final edition of the Bulldog Press.

 

7.      Attention all 5th Graders going on the Blue Rocks trip….there is a mandatory meeting today during Activity in Mr. Allison's room…room 105…..please plan on attending this meeting!

 

8.      There will be an important meeting for all 8th grade girls interested in playing soccer at Conestoga today during activity in the large group room.  Please see Miss Hickey if you cannot attend.

Announcements for Wednesday, May 18, 2011

1.      There will be an important meeting for all 8th grade girls interested in playing soccer at Conestoga on Thursday during activity in the large group room.  Please see Miss Hickey if you cannot attend.

 

2.      Attention track team: our meet scheduled for today has been postponed to Tuesday May 24th. Both 7th and 8th grade will practice today.

 

3.      After school sports are cancelled for 5^th and 6^th grade students today and tomorrow.

 

4.      The Writing Club will not meet tomorrow.  We will meet again next week.

 

5.      Yearbooks will be on sale for 7th & 8th grade students only next week , May 23rd -27th,  outside of the cafeteria from 7:15 until 7:45, price $29.00 cash or check. Checks to be made payable to T/ E Middle School. A sale for 5th & 6th grade students will be announced shortly.

TEMS Athletics: Tuesday, May 17

All games and practices for today have been cancelled. 

Announcements for Tuesday, May 17, 2011

1.        Today’s lunch is chicken teriyaki rice bowl and vegetables, assorted fruits and vegetables with low fat white or chocolate milk.

 

2.        Attention boys’ lacrosse players:  The clinic with the high school is rescheduled for Monday, May 23 at Teamer Field from 3:00-4:30 p.m.

 

3.        7^th grade boys’ lacrosse players can return uniforms to Mr. Davis this afternoon.

 

4.        Attention 8^th grade boys’ lacrosse players:  Please return your uniforms to Mr. Gately in room 203 tomorrow, Thursday, or Friday.  Also, please remember to give Mr. Gately your pizza donation.  Finally, the end-of-season meeting will be this Friday, May 20 during lunch and activity in room 203.

 

5.        Attention Track Team:  7th and 8th grade will practice today.  Please stop by the athletic board to see if you are participating in the meet on Wednesday.  If you have any questions stop by your coaches rooms. 

 

6.        In a major civil rights victory, the U.S. Supreme Court hands down an unanimous decision in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, ruling that racial segregation in public educational facilities is unconstitutional. The historic decision, which brought an end to federal tolerance of racial segregation, specifically dealt with Linda Brown, a young African American girl who had been denied admission to her local elementary school in Topeka, Kansas, because of the color of her skin.

 

TEMS Athletics: Monday, May 16, updated

Track meet at Upper Merion is on.

8th grade girls lacrosse will practice in the gym.

All other games and practices are cancelled.

TEMS Athletics: Monday, May 16

7th baseball, 7th girls lacrosse, and softball games cancelled for today. 

Track meet and 8th baseball still on.

No outdoor practices.  8th grade girls lacrosse will practice in the gym.

Announcements for Monday, May 16, 2011

1.      Attention Forensics Club Members:  The competition is on Tuesday, so be prepared.  On Tuesday morning, we will meet in the lobby by the auditorium and we will board the bus at 7:45 a.m.  Please dress appropriately for the competition, and bring a lunch and all necessary materials.  Any students who have not submitted permission forms, please do so as soon as possible.  See Mr. Gately in room 203 with any questions.

 

2.      Attention track team. Please make sure that you have checked the athletic board for the line up today. Dismissal will be at 12:20, the buses will leave at 12:30.

 

3.      The 8th grade boys' lacrosse team beat Valley Forge Middle School on Friday by the score of 8-3.  Jack G. and Alex W. played very well in the net, and Matt P., Chris D., Dylan S., Ben C., Tim M., and Joey W. all did a great job on defense.  Nolan M., Niall C., and Kevin C. all had a good game at middie, and John P., Ted P. and Jeff P. played well at attack.  Quinn B. had two goals, and Jack M., Sam F., Luke T., Olivier E., Ryan D., and Matt N. each had one goal.  Greg T., Quinn B., Jack B., Jack M., and Chris D. each had an assist.  Steven H., who was injured early in the season, joined the team as an honorary captain.

 

4.      Attention 8th graders….The Memories 2011 DVD is now on sale.  Relive all your favorite memories of TEMS again and again.  Battle of the Bulldogs, Seussical Jr, Williamsburg, Faculty vs. Students basketball game, field trips, and other memorable events, as well as many student interviews are all here.  This program will be shown only once on June 16th, but for only $10. a DVD will be made just for you.  See Mr. Veroneau in room 212 to reserve your copy of Memories 2011.  And now for a preview of the 8^th Grade Memories Video.

 

5.      All 8th graders who auditioned for the Variety Show, there will be a quick mandatory meeting TODAY during your activity in Mr. Schweitzer's room, 236.  It will only take 5 minutes or so, PLEASE be prompt….see you at activity.  Any questions see Mrs. Rickel or Mr. Schweitzer

 

TEMS Athletics: Week of May 16

5/16
7 BB v Stewart at TEMS
8 BB at Stewart
7 GLAX v Stewart at VFMS
SB v Stewart at First Ave.
Track at League Meet/UM, 1:00 PM

5/17
GLAX at Upper Merion/Candlebrook Elem
7 BB at Welsh Valley
8 BB v Welsh Valley at TEMS

5/18
GLAX v Radnor at VFMS
SB v Radnor at First Ave.
Track at Lower Merion Relays, 2:30 PM

5/19
7 BB v Radnor
8 BB at Radnor/N Wayne

5/20
Track at Valley Forge Relays, 12:00 PM

Announcements for Thursday, May 13, 2011

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

 

2.     Congratulations to those who participated in the track meet yesterday. Today, 7th and 8th grade will practice.

 

3.     Help save the blue whale!  Buy cookies and candy after school today in the bus dismissal area.  All items are 50 cents or $1.00.  Keep the blue whales' voices from being silenced forever!

 

4.     Attention Forensics Club Members:  The competition is on Tuesday, so be prepared.  On Tuesday morning, we will meet in the lobby by the auditorium and we will board the bus at 7:45 a.m.  Please dress appropriately for the competition, and bring a lunch and all necessary materials.  Any students who have not submitted permission forms, please do so as soon as possible.  See Mr. Gately in room 203 with any questions.

 

5.     This afternoon, students will be selling refreshments at the girls’ lacrosse games at Teamer Field.  All proceeds will be donated to charity.  Please consider bringing a couple of dollars to today’s games for refreshments and to support a good cause.

 

6.     The 8th grade boys' lacrosse team beat Haverford Middle School yesterday by a score of 7-4.  Sam F. and Greg T. each had two goals, and Luke T., Ted P., and John P. each had one goal.  Quinn B. and Ryan D. each had two assists, and Greg T. and Ted P. each had one assist. 

 

7.     Attention 8th graders….The Memories 2011 DVD is now on sale.  Relive all your favorite memories of TEMS again and again.  Battle of the Bulldogs, Seussical Jr, Williamsburg, Faculty vs. Students basketball game, field trips, and other memorable events, as well as many student interviews are all here.  This program will be shown only once on June 16th, but for only $10. a DVD will be made just for you.  See Mr. Veroneau in room 212 to reserve your copy of Memories 2011.  And now for a preview of the 8^th Grade Memories Video.

 

 

Announcements for Monday, May 10, 2011

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

 

2. ALL 8th graders who turned in audition forms for the Variety show have a MANDATORY meeting TODAY during your activity in Mr. Schweitzer's room.  If you do not attend, you will not be allowed to audition.  See you at 11:40 in room 236. Questions see Mrs. Rickel or Mr. Schweitzer.

 

3. The 8^th grade boys’ lacrosse team beat Strath Haven Middle School yesterday by a score of 11-4.  Luke T. had five goals, Sam F. had two goals, and Greg T., Matt N., Quinn B., and Ryan D. each had one goal.  Quinn B., Luke T., Greg T., and Olivier E. each had two assists, and Jack B. had one assist.  The defense played a great game, including Matt P., Chris D., Ben C., and Tim M., with Jack G. and Alex W. in the goal.

 

4. The T/E Softball team remained undefeated with a dominating 18 - 3 win over Bala yesterday. After Bala had pulled within 1, the lady Bulldogs erupted for 14 runs in the bottom of the third to end the game. It was a total team effort!!

Announcements for Monday, May 09, 2011

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

 

2. 8th Grade boy’s baseball will practice on the 7th grade field today - Monday May 9th.  Bus leaves at 2:40pm.

 

3.       On this day in 1974, the House of Representatives Judiciary Committee opens impeachment hearings against President Richard Nixon, voting to impeach him on three counts on July 30.  The impeachment was the result of the scandal involving the bungled burglary of the offices of the Democratic National Committee in the Watergate apartment complex in Washington, D.C., on June 23, 1972. Eventually, it was learned that there was a criminal cover-up that went all the way to the White House. Nixon, facing the impeachment proceedings, resigned the presidency on August 8, 1974.

 

4. On this day in 1914, President Woodrow Wilson issues a presidential proclamation that officially establishes the first national Mother's Day holiday to celebrate America's mothers.

 

 

 

TEMS Athletics: Week of May 9

5/9
SB v Bala Cynwyd at First Ave.
7 BB v Malvern Prep at TEMS (3:45)
8/7 BLAX at Strath Haven
7th track practice

5/10
7/8 GLAX v Bala Cynwyd at VFMS
8 BB at Bala Cynwyd/Bala Park
8 BB v Bala Cynwyd at TEMS
7/8 BLAX at Welsh Valley
8th track practice

5/11
7 GLAX at Eisenhower
Track at Welsh Valley

5/12
SB at Eisenhower
7 BB at Eisenhower
8 BB v Eisenhower at TEMS
8/7 BLAX at Haverford/Lynnewood Elem
Track at Cougar Carnival/Springfield HS

5/13
SB at Upper Merion/Caley Elem
Lacrosse at CHS/Teamer Field v Valley Forge: 7G 3:15, 8G 4:30, 7B 5:30, 8B 6:45
7th & 8th track practice

Announcements for Friday, May 6, 2011

1. Reminder to all 8th graders wanting to audition for this years’ Variety Show.  ALL audition forms must be turned into Mr. Schweitzer by 2:40 TODAY.  Auditions will be held next Thursday, May 12th immediately following the end school in the auditorium. Any questions please see Mrs. Rickel or Mr. Schweitzer.

 

2. The 8^th grade boys’ lacrosse team beat Bala Cynwyd Middle School yesterday by a score of 6-3.  The midfielders played a great game, especially Niall C., Kevin C., Nolan M., Olivier E., Sam F., Jack M., and Matt N.  Luke T. had two goals, and Greg T., Quinn B., Ryan D., and Jeff P. each had one goal.  Quinn B. had two assists, and Luke T., Greg T., Matt P., and Ted P. each had one assist.

 

3. Track will have a meet this afternoon, please stop by the athletic board to see what you are running. 

 

4. On this day in 1937, the airship Hindenburg, the largest dirigible ever built and the pride of Nazi Germany bursts into flames upon touching its mooring mast in Lakehurst, New Jersey, killing 36 passengers and crewmembers.

 

5. Congratulations to Mrs. Tyrell’s homeroom for winning song of the week. The song was Suffragette City by David Bowie.

Announcements for Thursday, May 05, 2011

1. The Writing Club will not meet today.  We will meet again next week.

 

2. There will be no Tech Club today.

 

3. 7th grade track will practice today and all others are welcome.  There will be a home meet tomorrow.  Please check the bulletin board for the meet’s line up. 

 

4. The softball team defeated Spring-Ford in 5 innings on Tuesday.  The offense belted out 13 hits and scored 10 runs.   Kaleigh dominated from the mound, giving up only 2 hits and striking out 8.  Great defense preserved the shut-out.

 

5. Yearbook staff will meet in the lobby outside the main office at 8:00 this morning, please bring a jacket or coat.

 

6. Attention track athletes:  On Friday, students will be selling refreshments at the track meet at Conestoga.  All proceeds will be donated to charity.  Please consider bringing a couple of dollars to Friday’s track meet for refreshments and to support a good cause. 

 

7. 8th grade students attending the Wharton Esherick field trip tomorrow are reminded to submit their permission forms ASAP.

Announcements for Wednesday, May 04, 2011

1. All students scheduled to take the Keystone exam during periods 1 and 2 today should report to the Large Group Room immediately.  Attendance will be taken during testing.  Again, all students scheduled to take the Keystone exam during periods 1 and 2 today should report to the Large Group Room IMMEDIATELY.

 

2. Those going to Track today, please meet your track coaches and teammates on the side of the school outside the auditorium to catch the bus promptly at 2:40. 

 

3. Yearbook staff please be reminded to submit your permission forms ASAP. The seminar is tomorrow.

 

4. The 8th grade boys' lacrosse team beat Springton Lake Middle School yesterday by a score of 8-7.  The defense, led by Jack G. in goal, played an outstanding game, especially Matt P., Dylan S., and Chris D.  Quinn B. and Olivier E. each had two goals, and Jack M., Matt N., Greg T., and Luke T. each had one goal.  Luke T. and Greg T. each had two assists, and Quinn B. had one assist. 

Announcements for Tuesday, May 03, 2011

1. All 8th graders planning on participating in the 8th grade Variety Show on Thursday, May 26th need to pick up an audition form from Mr. Schweitzer this week.  The audition forms are due back to Mr. Schweitzer by Friday, May 6th.  Auditions will be held on Thursday, May 12th after school in the auditorium.  Any questions please see Mr. Schweitzer or Mrs. Rickel.

 

2. 8th grade students attending the Wharton Esherick Field Trip this Friday, May 6th are reminded to submit their permission forms ASAP to Mr. Frescoln.

 

3. The Softball team remained undefeated with a 6 - 1 win over a strong East Norriton team. A combination of clutch hitting, great defense, and strong pitching led the team to victory.  The Vipers play away at Spring-Ford today while the Rockets have practice.  Great job girls!  Let's keep it going!

 

4. Attention all Model United Nations Club members - our next meeting is Tuesday 3 May to finish writing our resolutions. All members need to contribute to this.

 

5. On this day in 1469, the Italian philosopher and writer Niccolo Machiavelli is born. A lifelong patriot and diehard proponent of a unified Italy, Machiavelli became one of the fathers of modern political theory.

 

Announcements for Monday, May 2, 2011

 

1. All 8th graders planning on participating in the 8th grade Variety Show on Thursday, May 26th need to pick up an audition form from Mr. Schweitzer this week.  The audition forms are due back to Mr. Schweitzer by Friday, May 6th.  Auditions will be held on Thursday, May 12th after school in the auditorium.  Any questions please see Mr. Schweitzer or Mrs. Rickel.

 

2. There will be an important meeting for all 8th graders interested in playing football at Conestoga today during activity in the large group room.  See Miss Hickey if you cannot attend.

 

3. The 8^th grade boys’ lacrosse team beat Ridley Middle School on Friday by a score of 9-4.  The defense had another terrific game, led by Jack G. and Alex W. in the goal.  Matt P., Dylan S., Ben C., Chris D., Tim M., and Joey W. all played very well on defense, too.  Ryan D. had three goals, Ted P. and Quinn B. each had two goals, and Sam F. and Matt N. each had one goal.  Matt N. had two assists, and Ted P., Greg T., Kevin C., and Quinn B. each had one assist.

 

4. 8th grade students attending the Wharton Esherick Field Trip this Friday, May 6th are reminded to submit their permission forms ASAP to Mr. Frescoln.