Torrington Middle School

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1 May nd Issue Torrington Middle School 200 Middle School Drive, Torrington, CT T: Upcoming Events There are many things happening at TMS. Please continue to check our school website and spread the news to your friends to sign up for our newsletters May 8th: Grade 7 field trip to Peabody-Essex Museum in Salem, MA (Orange & Purple) Monday, May 7- Band concerts 6th Grade at 6:15 PM, 7/8th Grade at 7:30 PM Thursday, May 17- Orchestra concert All grades at 7:00 PM Monday, June 4- Chorus concert May 9th: Grade 7 field trip to Peabody-Essex Museum in Salem, MA (Green & Purple) May 11th: Grades 7/8 Band Field Trip to HarBur Middle School & Lake Compounce May 17th: PLC Day changed to full day of school All grades at 7:00 PM Vikings value Respect, Responsibility & Safety Page 1 of 10

2 Dear Viking Families, This message serves as a reminder that as the weather gets warmer, students are still responsible for following the school dress code. The dress code expectations are posted on our school webpage under For Parents and then under BackPack Notices. Failure to comply may result in parents being notified to bring appropriate clothing and/or disciplinary measures. We appreciate your assistance and cooperation. Thank you. Dress Expectations for School In keeping with our values of Respect, Responsibility and Safety, and to maintain an environment that is safe and conducive to the educational process, below are the expectations for dress for all students: a. Attire or accessories that contain messages or images that would tend to be offensive or disruptive to the educational process, including racist messages or images; sexist messages or images; messages or images promoting the use of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco; profane or pornographic messages or images; messages that incite violence or constitute fighting words ; or attire or accessories that promote or signify gang affiliation is prohibited. b. Backpacks and/or book bags are viewed as a means of carrying books to and from school. Any bag worn on the back is considered a backpack. They are expected to be left in lockers during school time. Gym clothes for PE classes may be carried in bags when students are taking PE/Health. c. See-through clothing, clothing revealing bare midriffs (front or back), sleeveless shirts with straps less than 3 in width, halter tops, tube tops, undershirts or underpants worn as outer garments, clothing with plunging necklines (front or back), clothing worn in such a manner as to expose undergarments is not allowed. Clothing normally worn as sleepwear is not allowed. d. Footwear that mars floors, causes excessive noise, or creates a safety hazard will not be permitted. e. Head coverings of any kind, including but not limited to hats, caps, scarves, bandanas, curlers, masks, headbands, visors, kerchiefs, athletic sweatbands, earmuffs, or hoods is not permitted. Head coverings shall not be worn, carried, hung on belts or around the neck or kept in the classroom during regular school hours. However, approved coverings worn as part of a student s religious beliefs shall be permitted. f. Spiked or studded bracelets, oversized or multi-finger rings, belts or chains or any other articles of attire with spikes or studs attached; oversized metal belt buckles, or any other item of clothing or accessory that may present a safety hazard to the student, other students, or staff will not be permitted. g. Outerwear must be secured in the student s locker upon arrival to school. Coats, jackets, or attire normally worn as outwear shall not be worn, carried, or kept in the classroom during the school day. h. Sunglasses, headphones, or other electronic devices not prescribed for educational purposes are prohibited. i. Skirts, shorts, skorts, dresses or jumpers shorter than fingertip length are prohibited. j. Pants, skirts, skorts, and shorts must be worn or secured at waist level. k. Leggings, only when covered with fingertip length skirts, shorts, skorts, dresses or jumpers, are permitted. Vikings value Respect, Responsibility & Safety Page 2 of 10

3 Queridas familias vikingas, Este mensaje sirve como un recordatorio de que a medida que el clima se pone más cálido, los estudiantes siguen siendo responsables de seguir el código de vestimenta de la escuela. Las expectativas del código de vestimenta se publican en la página web de nuestra escuela bajo "Para padres" y luego en "Avisos de mochila". El incumplimiento de estas puede dar lugar a que se notifique a los padres a que traigan ropa apropiada y / o medidas disciplinarias. Agradecemos su asistencia y cooperación. Gracias Expectativas de vestimenta para la escuela- De acuerdo con nuestros valores de Respeto, Responsabilidad y Seguridad, y para mantener un entorno seguro y propicio para el proceso educativo, a continuación, se detallan las expectativas de vestimenta para todos los estudiantes: a. Vestimenta o accesorios que contienen mensajes o imágenes que tienden a ser ofensivos o perjudiciales para el proceso educativo, incluidos mensajes o imágenes racistas; mensajes o imágenes sexistas; mensajes o imágenes que promueven el uso de drogas, alcohol o tabaco; mensajes o imágenes profanos o pornográficos; mensajes que incitan a la violencia o constituyen "palabras de lucha"; o vestimenta o accesorios que promueven o significan afiliación a pandillas están prohibidos. b. Las mochilas/o bolsas son consideradas como un medio para llevar libros a la escuela y desde la escuela. Cualquier bolsa usada en la parte posterior se considera una mochila. Se espera que se dejen en los casilleros durante el horario escolar. La ropa de gimnasia para las clases de educación física se puede llevar en bolsas cuando los estudiantes toman PE / Salud. c. Ropa transparente, ropa que revele el estómago desnudo (frente o espalda), camisas sin mangas con tiras de menos de 3 "de ancho, blusas sin mangas, camisetas sin mangas, camisetas o calzoncillos usados como prendas exteriores, ropa con escotes hundidos (anverso o reverso), la ropa usada de tal manera que exponer la ropa interior no está permitida. La ropa que normalmente se usa como ropa de dormir no está permitida. d. No se permitirá calzado que marque los pisos, cause ruido excesivo o cree un peligro para la seguridad. e. No se permiten las cubrecabezas de ningún tipo, incluidos, entre otros, sombreros, gorras, bufandas, pañuelos, rulos, máscaras, bandas para la cabeza, viseras, pañuelos, muñequeras deportivas, orejeras o capuchas. Las cubrecabezas no se deben usar, llevar, colgar de los cinturones o alrededor del cuello o guardarse en el salón de clases durante el horario escolar. Sin embargo, se permitirán los revestimientos aprobados usados como parte de las creencias religiosas de un estudiante. f. Pulseras con clavos o tachuelas, anillos de gran tamaño o con varios dedos, cinturones o cadenas o cualquier otra prenda de vestir con clavos o clavos adheridos; Las hebillas de cinturón de metal de gran tamaño, o cualquier otra prenda de vestir o accesorio que pueda presentar un peligro para la seguridad del estudiante, otros estudiantes o el personal no serán permitidos. g. La ropa de abrigo debe asegurarse en el casillero del estudiante al llegar a la escuela. Los abrigos, chaquetas o atuendos que normalmente se usan como ropa de afuera no se deben usar, llevar ni guardar en el salón de clases durante el día escolar. h. Se prohíben las gafas de sol, auriculares u otros dispositivos electrónicos no prescritos con fines educativos. i. Se prohíben las faldas, shorts, faldas pantalones cortos, vestidos o jumperes más cortos que la punta de los dedos. j. Pantalones, faldas, pantalones cortos y faldas pantalones cortos se deben usar o asegurar a nivel de la cintura. k. Se permiten leggings, solo cuando están cubiertos con faldas, pantalones cortos, faldas, vestidos o jumperes con la punta de los dedos. Vikings value Respect, Responsibility & Safety Page 3 of 10

4 Spring pictures will be distributed to your children on Monday. Congratulations to our TMS Inventors who are moving onto to National Competition in Dearborn, Michigan on Thursday, May 31 st to Sunday, June 3 rd. We re so proud of you! Good luck and have a great time Rosangel Baez-Batista Megan Curi Hailey Gillotti Alyssa Webb Vikings value Respect, Responsibility & Safety Page 4 of 10

5 Our Grade 6 TMS inventors at state Invention Convention competition at Gampel Pavillion at UCONN in Storrs, CT on April 30 th. Gampel Pavillion floor set up for all inventors to present their inventions to a panel of judges The sea of blue t-shirts are the inventors from across the state awaiting the results of their competition from the panel of judges. We are so proud of all of our TMS inventors. Thank you to Grade 6 teacher, Dawn Frazier who prepared the students and thank you to Grade 7 teacher, Tricia Dawson who assisted in training Mrs. Frazier throughout the Invention Convention process. Vikings value Respect, Responsibility & Safety Page 5 of 10

6 TMS SPIRIT WEAR Get your back to school shopping done early! SHOP ON-LINE, PAY WITH CREDIT CARD, NO SHIPPING CHARGE Deadline for order: May 11 th, 2018 Orders will be shipped to TMS and available for pick-up in Room 213 TMS Library Media Center will be closing June 1 and books are due June 8 th. Vikings value Respect, Responsibility & Safety Page 6 of 10

7 CONGRATULATIONS Leanne Maguire - TMS Teacher of the Year Venus French - TMS Paraeducator of the Year Here are a few pictures of student projects from our World Language Night on May 3, 2018 Vikings value Respect, Responsibility & Safety Page 7 of 10

8 This week is National Nurse Appreciation Week and Teacher Appreciation Week. Thank you so much to our wonderful staff who work hard for the care and education of your children. Vikings value Respect, Responsibility & Safety Page 8 of 10

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