Friday, November 22, 2024
I am reaching out to seek your assistance in monitoring your child's phone and social media accounts. Recently, we have encountered some concerning issues related to Snapchat groups where students may be added without their knowledge. These groups have been reported to contain graphic images, inappropriate and sexual language, and instances of students sharing pictures of others without permission. Some chat groups also use inappropriate names and staff or student pictures as profile images.
While most of these chats are created outside of school hours, they can lead to significant disruptions when brought into the school environment. Many students believe that pictures and messages disappear, but in reality, anyone can screenshot and share content from large group chats.
We truly need your help to minimize these disruptions. If you are reviewing your child's phone regularly, please take a moment to check for the following chat groups: The TMS School, The Brain Rot, and CrossFit557. These groups have been reported as having inappropriate content and have been turned over to law enforcement.
As a school community, we must prioritize the safety and well-being of our students. We appreciate the proactive individuals who report these harmful comments. It's crucial for page owners to eliminate such content. Students are encouraged to block and report any harmful posts they encounter.
Our school maintains a ZERO tolerance policy toward bullying and harassment, and appropriate consequences will be assigned to those who violate this standard. Together, we can maintain a supportive environment for all students.
Thank you for your attention to this matter and for your partnership in keeping our school community safe.
ESP (Educational Support Professionals):
Our student council enjoyed recognizing and celebrating our Educational Support Professionals at TMS last week. Our dedicated and hard-working ESPs help make our school an outstanding place to work and learn. Thank you to each and every one of our ESPs for all they do! The Student Council provided Chick-fil-a and desserts for everyone to enjoy.
Board Member Recognition:
On behalf of the Triad Middle School students and staff members, thank you to each of our School Board Members for volunteering their time to serve our school district. We are extremely grateful and appreciative of their hard work and dedication towards the improvement of our school. Their leadership and service are essential in our success at TMS.
Art Show at TMS:
The "show" times are from 11/11-25.
Artome is a company we (Triad elementary art) has used in the past and are very reputable.
Parents and the TMS Community receive a link to view and purchase framed artwork, along with some promotional things.
All students will get their artwork back regardless of purchasing the framed print or not.
Bragging on TMS students and Mrs.Ellis - they all look so good!! Take a moment and give it a look: https://artomestore.com/collections/triadmiddleschool62281
Sports/Extracurricular Activities:
Winter sports are in full swing. The boys basketball hosted a successful 24 game shootout on Saturday November 9th. Great job to Austin Johnson and the Boys Basketball Coaching Staff for organizing and running such a great event!! Both THS and TMS were busy all day!!
Girls basketball is wrapping up their seasons and participating in regionals. Seventh grade girls basketball is playing for a regional championship this evening on Wednesday, November 20. The eighth grade girls are hosting regionals next week and are the number one seed.
Wrestling begins Monday, November 25th, practices are every day after school from 2:00-4:05 in Crusader’s Hall.
Volleyball will begin practices on December 2.
7th and 8th Grade Bowling Team information will be available following our return from Thanksgiving Break.
How can I check academic progress for my student at TMS:
Check grades in Skyward and Canvas
Communicate with teachers if concerns arise
Triad Together - Community Engagement Information: Triad Together Website link
Zero Hero Reward:
Just a reminder as we near the midpoint of the 2nd quarter - to qualify for the reward the following criteria must be met:
No missing work or zeroes
3 or less absences (Excused or Unexcused)
No office referrals
Band and Choir:
Winter Concert: Choir - December 10th - 7:00 p.m. @ THS
Winter Concert: Band - December 17th - 7:00 p.m. @ THS
Mistletoe Madness: Sponsored by Gateway CEO (Collinsville, Maryville, Triad)
See the Virtual Backpack for QR code to register.
December 8th @ Triad High School - begins at 10 AM
3 v 3 Basketball Tournament
$25 per player
Age divisions: 3rd grade - Adults
Variety of activities and events planned
TMS Daily Announcements:
Would you like to have access to our TMS Daily Announcements? The announcements are located under the “Daily News” section on our TMS Website. TMS Daily Announcements
TMS Frequently Asked Questions
Check out our Facebook posts this week with FAQs for TMS!!!
TMS Yearbook and Pictures:
Send your photos to tmsyearbook@tcusd2.org.
School Breakfast & Lunch: ALL CHECK PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE TO TCUSD#2,
Students whose families are eligible for free or reduced price breakfast or lunch will be able to access meals once again this school year at no cost or a discounted rate. Triad families who wish to apply for free or reduced meals must do so through the Skyward Family Access portal. Once in the portal, click on the “Food Service Application” tile.
2024-2025 Cafeteria Prices:
Student Breakfast = $1.80
Student Lunch = $3.25
2024-2025 Bell Schedule:
School doors open 7:00am
Homeroom begins 7:30am
Student Dismissal 1:55pm
Important Dates
November 25th - Triad CUSD #2 Board Meeting - 6:30 pm (Central Office)
November 27th-29th - No School - Thanksgiving Break
December 5th - Miles of Smiles Dental Clinic
December 10th- Winter Concert: Choir - 7:00 p.m. @ THS
December 17th- Winter Concert: Band - 7:00 p.m. @ THS
December 20th - End of 2nd Quarter - Winter Break begins
TMS through photos: