 | | Upcoming Events | | April 2nd-April 6th | | April 3rd: 8th graders take AIMS Science test April 4th - 5th: All students take the AzMerit Writing Test | | Stay up to date on upcoming events by visiting our Calendar of Events | | | March 30th, 2018
| Principal Message | 
Hello Falcon Families.
I hope you are having a wonderful Good Friday. We have had a great week at MMS. The kids are meeting our behavior expectations, they are working hard at their studies, and having gotten 4th quarter off to a great start! We have many fun field trips right around the corner, some fine arts performances coming up, and spring sports are getting in full swing with hundreds of students participating. It's a wonderful time of year! I wish you and your family a Happy Easter and hope you all have a fabulous weekend. | | AIMS and AzMerit Testing: | | Next week, we will begin our state testing starting with the AIMS Science test on Tuesday for all 8th graders. We then move right into the AzMerit tests on Wednesday and Thursday. We have decided to structure testing a bit different this year. 8th graders who are the only grade that takes AIMS Science, will be taking the test in their 1st period class. For all of the AzMerit tests, students will take the test with their Language Arts or Math teacher depending on the test being administered. On testing days, we will be following a modified block schedule so students have plenty of time to take the test. Any student who needs additional time beyond the school day, may stay after school and take the activity bus home if they would like. That schedule is attached for each testing day. One of the things we tell our students, is to always do their very best in everything they do. That includes, the day-to-day classroom work, performing in the fine arts, working hard on the athletic fields, and also, taking assessments. We hope you will encourage your child to take their time and do their best on the test. They have worked hard with their studies all year, and it is now time to demonstrate that their hard work has paid off! |
| Athletics |  Hi Falcon Families! This week we kick off our first week of competition in track, volleyball, and baseball. All students should be placed on a team after the tryout process. Please keep in mind that game times and places are subject to change. You students will receive detailed information from their coaches. If you have questions, please contact our athletic office at 520-682-4724 or email Sue Miller at s.z.miller@maranausd.org. Go Falcons! Thursday April 5
4:30 Track @Flowing Wells Middle School
4:30 7th Baseball @Wilson
4:30 8th Baseball @Wilson
4:30 Red Baseball (Kornacki) @MMS
4:30 7th Volleyball @Wilson
4:30 8th Volleyball @Wilson
TBA Red Volleyball vs. Wilson @MMS
TBA Pink Volleyball vs. Wilson @MMS Friday April 6
4:30 8th Baseball @La Cima
4:30 7th Baseball @La Cima
TBA 7th and 8th Volleypalooza @Ironwood Ridge Saturday April 7
TBA Track Invitational El Conquistadores @Cienega High School
TBA 7th and 8th Volleypalooza @Ironwood Ridge | | 8th Grade Promotion | | Many parents have been asking about 8th grade promotion. We know that some need to request days off of work and travel plans need to be made. Even though the exact times have not quite been solidified, I did want you to have the date. Our promotion ceremony will be May 23rd…right around the corner! | | Concert | | Free Community Concert April 24– a crowd pleaser! The Marana Winds cordially invites you and your family to attend their 6th annual community concert on Tuesday, April 24 at 6:00pm at Mountain View High School auditorium (3901 W. Linda Vista Blvd Tucson, AZ 85742). This exciting evening of music will feature a variety of wind ensemble compositions that are sure to be crowd pleasers, performed by Marana district staff, alumni, students, and community members. No Admission! Donations accepted benefiting Marana Schools' 2340 Foundation. | | University of Arizona Leadership Summit | | We are excited to invite all student-athletes (6-8 grade) and their parents to a special leadership event put on by The University of Arizona Athletic Department. The PAL (Peer Athletic Leaders) Leadership Summit is a FREE event for young athletes to learn hands on leadership skills from current student-athletes. Parents are encouraged to come and meet in small groups with representatives from the Early Academic Outreach to learn how to best support and encourage their young student-athletes to pursue higher education. The event is Sunday, April 22nd from 1-4pm in the Jim Click Hall of Champions. See the attached flyer for registration information | | Counseling Corner |  Remember, we have counselors to assist students with their social / emotional needs. If you notice that your child seems stressed, angry, or sad, please reach out to our counselors so that we can offer support. | | PBIS: Positive Behavior Intervention Support |  At MMS, we have high expectation for student behavior! Every day we tell students that we expect them to show RESPECT, take RESPONSIBILITY for their words and actions, and to have PRIDE in all they do and say. When students meet our expectations, we strive to recognize them. Sometimes that means we give them a Falcon Ticket to let them know we appreciate their behavior. Students can then place their Falcon Ticket in a prize box for a chance to win one of four great prizes. This month's prizes include: a $25 Amazon gift card, a $25 Bass Pro Shops gift card, a 32 oz. Hydroflask, and a $25 American Eagle Outfitters gift card. | |
Marana Middle School will provide an experience that fosters life-long academic and personal growth in a world-class education environment. Faculty and staff will collaborate with families, students and the community to develop strong, caring and productive leaders. | | | ***PRIDE***RESPECT***RESPONSIBILITY***
11285 W. Grier Rd., Marana, AZ 85653
Phone 520-682-4730 | |
Attachments:
PAL_Leadership_Summit_Flyer.pdf (800.3 KB)
Test_Schedule_for_Parents_2018.xlsx (11.2 KB)
Summer_Academy_Brochure_II.pub (140.5 KB)
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