Science Department March Newsletter

In Science for March students investigate how ocean currents behave and what effect they have on the climate of different locations around the world, specifically the air temperature of various locations. Students will learn that energy flow from the sun is what drives this story.

We will also begin collecting empty 2-liter bottles for live school points for upcoming bottle rockets

We are kicking off our March Mammal Madness competition. Inspired by (but in no way affiliated with or representing) the NCAA College Basketball March Madness Championship Tournament, March Mammal Madness is an annual tournament of *simulated* combat competition among animals.

In Science Olympiad:

Students competed in regional competition and placed 3rd allowing them to advance to state.

At State competition our students did a phenomenal job placing 6th overall. We will be celebrating them individually at the banquet next week. Students received the following medals:

Regional:

Can’t Judge a Powder-3rd Place

Codebusters-1st Place

Crimebusters-1st Place

Disease Detectives-3rd Place

Dynamic Planet-1st Place

Experimental Design-3rd Place

Flight-3rd Place

Fossils-2nd Place

Meteorology-1st Place

Optics-3rd Place

Wind Power-1st Place

State:

Can’t Judge a Powder-1st Place

Codebusters-5th Place

Dynamic Planet-10th Place

Fast Facts-2nd Place

Experimental Design-8th Place

Fast Facts-2nd Place

Forestry-7th Place

Fossils-8th Place

Microbe Mission-9th Place

Optics-8th Place

Road Scholar-5th Place

Wind Power-5th Place

Flight-6th Place

Tower-9th Place

Wheeled Vehicle-8th Place

Band March Newsletter

Hello wonderful band parents,

We are having a great time working on playing major scales to prepare for middle school band next year.   There are 12 major scales, however, our goal is 7. As we determine who will be in MS Symphonic or Concert band, we will use these scales as a qualifier.  While work on scales, we will be having a contest on which class knows the most major scales to encourage practice. We will do pass off tests from each student. They will individually play each scale and if they pass they will earn 1 point to qualify for a pizza party from Mr. Walls.   Any students who pass their scale test by memorization will receive a bonus point.  Please encourage them to continue practicing and use their outside resources to learn these scales. 

Choir March Newsletter

Students will soon have the opportunity to audition for the TMS choirs!  There are two choirs, the Chamber Choir and the Concert Choir.  Students will audition during class with Mrs. Tiner.  Please talk with your student about what electives they are interested in for next year.  I would love to have them in choir as middle schooler, where we have more opportunities to travel, compete, and grow as musicians and humans! 

Our last concert of the year will be “The Grand Ol’ Musical” and will take place  on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 6:30 pm at Pannell Auditorium.  We will have a dress rehearsal the day before, time TBD.  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tiner.

Physical Education March Newsletter

SGA Physical Education classes are completing our Baseball/Softball Unit for Feburary. The students developed their skills of striking, catching, throwing, dodging and teamwork with games including kickball, matball, longball, mini baseball, and mushball.  

Keyboarding March Newsletter

Our students are currently working hard to improve their keyboarding skills in the Keyboarding Class this March. They are learning the keyboard layout, familiarizing themselves with the positioning of each key, and practicing typing exercises to build their speed and accuracy. As we begin the new month, we will shift our focus toward achieving complete mastery of the keyboard keys. We will provide them with more challenging exercises, personalized feedback, and one-on-one guidance to ensure that they attain the highest level of proficiency in keyboarding. 

Careers and Technology March Newsletter

Students are learning about different vocational careers and exploring pathways to set them up for future success in whatever occupation they choose. Students work with a partner learning about a curriculum related to a particular career cluster and complete hands-on activities related to the field.