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.