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F.C. Reed Middle School -Newsletter WHAT'S TO BEE???Calendar of EventsSee you September 2, 2008 SUMMER HOURS The RMS Office will be open from 7:30-3:00 until June 20th. We will reopen on August 13.
RMS Student Supply Lists 2008/2009
*Please keep in mind, when purchasing book bags and binders, that our locker dimensions are: 11 ¾” wide by 11” deep
5th Grade Scissors Glue Sticks Colored pencils Pencil Case/Pouch Pencils – 2 dozen (parents re-supply your child throughout the year) 1 plastic 2-pocket folder for homework 2 boxes of facial tissues 1 pump hand sanitizer for classroom use Gym shoes & gym bag
6th Grade Pencils (Please re-supply throughout the year) 1 Homework Folder 2 large boxes of facial tissues Binder with minimum 2” rings Colored Pencils 2- 1 subject Spiral Notebooks 3” Post-It Notes Scissors Highlighters Gym shoes 2 Book covers 3 pack of glue sticks* 2 reams of lined paper* 24 ct. box of crayons* 8 ct. box of markers* 1 composition notebook w/100 pgs. *for classroom use 7th Grade Black or blue ink pens 2 dozen #2 pencils with erasers (4 dozen) for classroom use Lined Paper 2 packages for classroom use TI 83 or 84 Plus (highly recommended) Clear Protractor 2 boxes of facial tissues Book Covers 1 spiral bound pack index cards (3 x 5 or 5 x 8) and 1 package 3 x 5 loose index cards 4 AAA Batteries for classroom calculators 8 pocket folders with prongs (2 of each color green, red, blue and purple) 8 spiral bound notebooks (2 of each color green, red, blue and purple) Gym shoes
8th Grade 5 one subject spiral notebooks 3 ring binder for Language Arts w/paper Pencils Pens Colored Pencils Clear Protractor 6 or 12 inch clear ruler w/metric 1 Pocket Folder with prongs for foreign language 1 Pocket Folder w/prongs for Math 1 Pocket folder for Science Composition paper Scientific Calculators-Horvath/Reuss classroom. No calculators are provided in the class room. Graphic calculator –deBest classroom (TI83 plus or 84 plus recommended this is used through high school) 1 box of facial tissues Gym shoes 6TH GRADE CLOSET The 6th grade closet could use the following donated items: Bags of top soil Aquarium rocks Toothpicks Ziplock sandwich bags Dixie cups (5oz.) Napkins Batteries AA or AAA Vis-a-Vis Markers Construction Paper Dry Erase Markers ART PROGRAM The Art program could use the following donated items: Glue-any size bottles Pencils-TICONDEROGA #2 preferred Erasers-any types Drawing paper-80# white preferred, any size Acrylic yarn skeins-brighter colors preferred Scissors-5” blades, Fiskar preferred Acrylic paint-any colors/kinds, extra white and black Colored pencils-Prisma color preferred *If you have a working sewing machine or digital video camera that you would like to donate-that would be wonderful! These items would be a great tax deduction. We also recommend that students do not purchase backpacks with wheels. These bags do not fit in the lockers. Note locker dimensions at top of previous page. If you shop at Office Depot, please use our Back to School program # 70048947 and RMS will receive 5% back for school supplies. Thank you! PACK A BACKPACK PROGRAM Please think about picking up any extra supplies for the 6th Grade’s Pack a Backpack Program. They would like to help any student(s) in need of school supplies next year. Please have your student drop off these supplies to the office.
RMS 2008/2009 School Year Calendar (subject to change)
First Marking PeriodAugust 27, 2008 Student Back to School Packets Available for pick up at RMS September 2, 2008 First Day of School for Students-1/2 day September 16, 2008 Back to School Night September 16, 2008 Picture Day September 24, 2008 Count Day for State Funding October 13-31, 2008 MEAP Testing for Grades 5, 6, 7, 8 October 30, 2008 End of First Marking Period Second Marking PeriodOctober 31, 2008 No School for Students Professional Development November 18,2008 School All Day Parent/Teacher Conference 4:00-7:00 p.m. November 19, 2008 ½ Day of School Parent/Teacher Conference 12:00-3:00 p.m. November 20, 2008 ½ Day of School Parent/Teacher Conference 5:00-8:00 p.m. November 21,2008 ½ Day of School November 26, 2008 No School-Thanksgiving Holiday November 27, 2008 No School-Thanksgiving Holiday November 28, 2008 No School Thanksgiving Holiday December 22, 2008 Winter Vacation begins January 5, 2009 School Resumes January 15, 2009 End of First Semester
Third Marking PeriodJanuary 16, 2009 No School for Students-Teacher Record Day January 19, 2009 No School for Students-Professional Development (MLK Day) February 11, 2009 Count Day for State Funding February 13, 2009 No School-Presidents’ Day Recess February 16,2009 No School-Presidents’ Day March 10,2009 No School for Students-Professional Development March 20, 2009 End of Third Marking Period Fourth Marking Period March 31, 2009 School All Day Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:00-7:00 p.m. April 1, 2009 ½ Day of School Parent/Teacher Conferences 5:00-8:00 p.m. April 2, 2009 ½ Day of School Parent/Teacher Conferences 12:00-3:00 p.m. April 3, 2009 No School - Spring Break Begins April 13, 2009 School Resumes May 1, 2009 No School for Students-Professional Development May 25, 2009 No School-Memorial Day June 2, 2009 ½ Day-Last day of School, End of Second Semester
Principal’s Message
From the Principal: School is almost out for the summer, and as the year draws to a close I want to share with you the many summer opportunities that are available to the students at RMS. Whether your child likes art, science, reading, sports, theater or architecture, there is something available for everyone. These programs will help keep your children focused on learning while providing an extra opportunity to learn something new.
I hope you have a safe and relaxing summer vacation, Mrs. Graves
Information for the activities listed below is available in the RMS office, or call/email the contact provided with the description.
Bridgman Camps: Bridgman Girl’s Basketball Camp Amy Houghton, varsity coach at Bridgman High School is leading a camp for girls in grades 3 through 10. Camp runs June 16, -June 19, and is held at Bridgman High School. Contact Amy Houghton at 466-0375 for more information.
Boys Basketball Camp Mike Miller, varsity coach at Bridgman High School, is leading the camp for boys who will be in grades 3 through 10 next. Basketball camp begins on June 10, and runs through June 13. Camp is held at the Bridgman High School gymnasium. Contact Mike Miller for more information.
Bridgman Baseball Camp Hitting, throwing, infield and outfield fielding will be some of the skills learned during this camp offered June 23-27, at Bridgman High School. Additional camp is also provided for pitchers. Students in grades 3 through 9 may participate. Contact Dale Beeney for more information.
Bridgman Aquatic Center- Sea Bee’s Swim Club There are many classes available this summer at the Bridgman Aquatic Center. Call the pool at (269)466-0236 for more information on lessons and Sea Bee’s Swim Club. Off Site Camps Summer Architecture Camp Learn to sketch, water-color, build and present in this camp sponsored by Renaissance Kids. Three sessions run June 30, through July 24, and are held at Andrews University at the School of Architecture. Contact Mark Moreno at mmoreno@andrews.edu or (269)932-5055.
Pottery, Children’s Theater, Spanish, Astronomy, Soccer, Golf and Basketball Lake Michigan College is offering many classes during the summer for ages 4-12. Contact Paget Mangold in the Summer Community Education Program at (800)252-1562 ext. 7500.
Middle School Robot Camp This fun and educational camp is designed for students entering grades 5-9. Kids will work in pairs to solve challenges by building and programming robots. Camp is held at Lake Michigan College Betrand Crossing Campus in Niles, July 14-18. Contact Ken Flowers at (269)927-8100 ext.3032 for more information.
Krasl Art Center Summer Art Camps If you are interested in painting, photography, jewelry, ceramics or sun catchers than the Krasl Art Center has classes for you! Fifty summer workshops are offered at the Krasl Art Center in St. Joseph. Pick up a brochure in the RMS office, or call (269)983-0271 for more information.
8TH GRADE HONORS NIGHTThursday, June 5, 2008 was the 8th Grade Honors Night at F.C. Reed Middle School. Students received awawards for their various accomplishments at F.C.Reed. Jennifer Weingart and Joseph Koehler recieved the American Legion Award from Bridgman's American Legion Post. The Industrial Technology classes dedicated their shellback sailboat to Rob and Tammy Finch, long time physical education teachers who retired this year after 73 combined years of service.
5th GRADE NEWS
5th Graders Learn the Virginia Reel Dance! Comments from 5th Graders:
I saw lots of 5th graders dancing and having fun! I heard people laughing and music and the caller talking. My favorite part was the reel which was like peeling a huge banana. -Chase Borkowski
Ms. Andrews- Thank you for teaching us the Virginia Reel. -Michael Krynicky
-Ryan Kuipers
I liked that we got to pick our partner. I also liked how we all got to be the head couple. And I liked the Do-See-Do. -Elizabeth Graves
It was fun doing the cast off (banana peel) and Ms. Andrews made it fun and made the steps easy. My partner was Emily and we had a blast together. I wish we did the dance all day. -Lauren Price
What I liked about the Virginia Reel was that everybody got to do it and it was really fun too! I heard a lot of people having fun and laughing too! I also saw that people doing it right and enjoying it SO MUCH! -Jordan Jones
It was an experience to be taught by Ms. Andrews. I thought it was quite fun for me and for my partner. -Nicole English
I love the Virginia Reel! It was so great to be able to dance with friends and even teachers. I got a little nervous when it was my turn to be the head couple but it was so much fun! -Kyla Miller
The Virginia Reel is a very cool dance! It took some time but once you get going it’s hard to stop! I think it was very nice of Ms. Andrews to come and teach us an old fashion dance and I hope we can have her again I also think that everyone should at least try this dance. It is very exciting! -Gabby Story
6th GRADE NEWS Mrs. Payne's 6th grade IDS class decided to create their own
version of American Idol. Initially it was meant for their eyes
only, but when Mrs. Bender heard about what the students were
GRAND MERE FIELD TRIPOn Thursday, June 5th the 6th grade took a trip to Grand Mere State park for a nature hike with naturalist from Sarett Nature Center. They also went kayaking, canoeing on a voyager style canoe, and pond studying at North Lake.
RMS 7th GRADERS FEATURED IN TIME MAGAZINE!
As a supplement to the seventh grade environmental unit Mr.
Crowder from Signature Automotive Group came in and did a presentation
about alternative fossil fuels and Hybrid technology. He
brought in a Hybrid vehicle and allowed students to look at the
engine, batteries, inside, etc. of the vehicle. For the second year in a row Signature Automotive Group received the Presidents Award from TIME Magazine. The President’s Award pays homage to Toyota dealerships throughout the U.S. that achieve high standards of performance in all facets of the automotive dealer profession, including vehicle and parts sales, service and customer satisfaction.
Signature Automotive Group was asked what they give back to the community. Visiting schools is a part of what Signature Automotive gives back to it's community. TIME Magazine took pictures of Mrs. Rantz, Mr. Gene Moon, owner of Signature Toyota, Mr. Bill Crowder, General Manager of Signature Toyota, and several RMS students with a Prius Hybrid Toyota in front of our school. Check out the article in TIME Magazine in a future edition. 8TH GRADE WINS COMPETITIONThe eighth grade won the competition to bring in the most blood donors at the recent Michigan Blood Drive that was held on May 22. The 8th graders will be receiving a movie day in their future. Joanna Lach (8th gr.) and Jeff Jones (5th gr.) received t-shirts for individual donors listing their names. The drive took in 27 pints from the 31 donors. Thank you for your participation, please donate in the future. ART NEWS
FINE ARTS NIGHT ON MAY 14
BAND NEWS (Paige and Jenny) carried the banner. Mr. Reppart at band concert May 14
Miss Falatic, Teacher Cadet with the 5th Grade Band 5th grade band
6th grade band 7/8th grade band 5TH GR. PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASSES LEARN A NEW GAME The 5th grade physical education classes were able to take part
in a very challenging and fun game called "Goalball Ball" on May
7th,8th,and 9th. INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGYOn Saturday June 7th, the christening of the Shellback sailboat students built in their shop classes took place at Weko Beach (for more information see the shop web site). She was named Finch in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Finch and all they have done for our school and the Bridgman community.
MEDIA CENTER Keep saving those printer cartridges and old cell phones. The RMS Media Center receives points to purchasing supplies for the library or technology use. PRESENTING!!!! ENCORE "STUDENTS OF THE MONTH"The following students were nominated from their encore teachers to be the MAY "Encore Student of the Month" Music Appreciation Sam Ravitch-7th grade Sam has brought a wealth of prior musical knowledge to Music Appreciation!!! Aside from being a model student, she is often insightful with her comments. Boy's Physical Education Tom Adams-7th grade Tom Adams is my final student of the month for 2007-2008. Tom gives a full effort in all areas and is a great asset to the class. I wish Tom the best in the years ahead. Art The 8th Grade Encore Group-#4 These students helped with the artwork for a study unit about Lake Michigan and conservation of our natural resources. They worked independently, creatively, and very responsibly to create unique works of art that are meaningful. They are comfortable thinking about new ideas. They were generally respectful of opposing points of view. I will miss these your people as they head to High School and look forward to seeing the ways they work for social and political change in our community. Foreign Language Nichole Wall-8th grade Dan Abbatoy-8th grade Both are great students, hard working and interested in learning new languages. Both volunteer often and help other students in partner work and testing. Quest Joey Zielke-89th grade Joey has been an integral part of his group. He's taken a leadership position when it comes to staying on task and presentations. Health Lindsey Koth-7th grade Lindsey is a great student; polite, quiet, and straight "A's". She leads both Health classes academically. My choice for "Best All-Around Student." Industrial Technology Colleen Ferguson-6th grade Cooper Mojsiejenko-6th grade Cooper and Colleen have been diligently working on the Shellback boat in the shop, performing all sorts of tasks from sanding the hull smooth to planning bevels on the rudder and dagger board. Girl's Physical Education Brooke Bigford-6th grade Payal Patel-6th grade Nikki Beckman-6th grade Callie Meyer-6th grade These students have demonstrated outstanding effort, attitude, enthusiasm, and performance all year! I look forward to their class every day.
STUDENT COUNCILPennies for Patients-Advisory Pizza Party Winners!!! Mrs. Finch's 6th grade advisory was the recipient of a pizza party on Fri., May 16, 2008. Of the $375.84 collected by F.C. Reed Middle School students, $161.61 was collected by Mrs. Finch's Advisory!!!
Students’ 1st Credit Union!
The Students’ 1st Credit Union branch at RMS had another good year. We will reopen September 18th on Thursday mornings at the same time (7:20- 7:40) and place. Although the total deposits and amount saved was down significantly from previous years, the dedicated savers at the school did manage to save over $ 1600 during the year. We certainly hope we will have many new savers join the group next year and start building the habits that will pay off years down the road.
If you wish to continue saving during the summer or need access to your funds, you can visit any Berrien Teachers Credit Union branch office in St. Joseph, Berrien Springs, Niles, Coloma, Dowagiac, or South Haven. For hours and directions to the branches, please visit our web site at www.btcu.com.
For more information about the Students’ 1st CU program, please contact me at 983-6357 ext. 2730. Hope everyone has a wonderful summer break. See you next fall.
Bob Clark Bridgman Branch Coordinator
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