Director's Update
A message from Mrs. Ridder, Middle School Director
Dear Middle School Families,
I hope you managed to stay warm and enjoy the snow this week. Our 7th-grade Seacampers didn’t have that problem; they were learning in the San Diego sunshine all week. All the students I spoke to from the week one trip enjoyed an incredible experience, and I trust our week two students had a memorable week as well. ! Thanksgiving break is two weeks away. Please encourage your student to turn in any missing assignments before the break. Here are a few updates and reminders from the Middle School:
The Prospective Spartan Showcase Event was a success!
THANK YOU to all of the staff, students, parents, families, PTO, SAC, Board, Enrichment clubs, and visitors for coming out to support our annual Prospective Spartan Event. It was a terrific turnout, and we are already seeing some of the fruits of our labor through open enrollment. Remember, if you know of a family interested in STEM, please encourage them to enroll during this open enrollment period.
Please join us for a PTO meeting!
Join the STEM PTO for their monthly meeting. The PTO is comprised of parents from the STEM community who work together to help foster a strong sense of community and provide enhancement activities for students, staff, faculty, and families while helping to increase educational, social, and emotional experiences for the members of our families. You can join via Zoom from 6:30 – 8 pm on Wednesday, November 13th.
Passcode: 190617
Annual Food Drive
Each year, our Elementary School collects canned foods to assemble Thanksgiving baskets for families in need at Doull Elementary School. We are now reaching out to our Secondary families to lend a hand. This year’s goal is to create 40 baskets. We are also asking for King Soopers gift cards in $25 increments. The drive will run through November 14. Donation boxes are located in the elementary and the secondary offices. Items needed:
- Mashed potatoes and gravy
- Mac -n- cheese
- Canned fruit
- Canned veggies
- Stuffing
- Cake or muffins and frosting
- $25 King Soopers Gift Cards
Almost Maine Secondary Theater Production – Next Week
Our Fall Theater Production will take place next Thursday through Saturday in the secondary gym.
A huge shout out to Mr. Roberts and Ms. Hafner, our fabulous Theater directors for their dedication to our Fine Arts Program. The show will run Thursday at 6 pm, Friday at 6 pm, and Saturday at 1pm and 3 pm.
IMPORTANT DATES
November 14th – 16th – Almost Maine Theater Production
November 25th – 29th – Thanksgiving Break
December 20 – January 6th – Winter Break
Have a wonderful week!
In partnership,
Maura Ridder, Middle School Director
Upcoming Events
Early Release Day!
Friday, November 15th
We have an early release day on November 15th!
Almost, Maine Theatre Performance!
November 14-16
Come support STEM Theater Department’s performance of Almost, Maine November 14-16 at 6pm with a Saturday matinee at 2pm. Almost, Maine is a play by John Cariani that explores love, loss, and the human heart through a series of 8 one acts set in a mythical town called Almost, Maine. General tickets are $15 and student tickets are $10. There is also a bundle purchase option for discounts.
Looking for Volunteers!
November 9th-11th
Circus Olympus
November 18th & 20th
News and Updates
Update on Secondary Student IDS
Dear STEM Families,
We are dedicated to maintaining a safe environment for our students and staff. Safety is our number one priority and is a layered approach. One of the measures is to ensure that all students, staff, and visitors are identifiable on campus. Student IDs also alert office staff to who has off-campus permissions and allow students to quickly check in and out using our automated system. We ask for your continued support in ensuring your child is wearing an ID to school each day.
As time goes on, we understand that students will misplace their IDs and lanyards. We ordered another shipment of lanyards and ID holders, but our students are going through them pretty quickly.
After Fall Break, students will be charged $5 for replacements. This charge will run through their Myschoolbucks account. Please monitor the account and speak to your child about these charges if they occur.
Spartmart is looking into purchasing nicer, higher quality lanyards to sell as well and you may also purchase lanyards online.
Finally, because IDs are part of our dress code, if a student is not wearing an ID and does not have a temporary ID, they may be assigned a detention. Students have been made aware of this expectation.
Once again, we really appreciate your support. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to one of our building directors.
In partnership,
The STEM Admin Team
Tutoring during access in MS and HS commons
Our Math Society students are volunteering to assist with math homework during access periods (11-11:40 a.m.) on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Help will be available in both the Middle School and High School commons. Students who need support or want to catch up on homework should feel free to take advantage of this opportunity. Students should contact either their math teacher or access teacher to add their name to the list for help.
IMPORTANT! Secondary Yearbook Information
Parents and Friends of STEM - We need you!
Calling all parents and friends of STEM! Would you like to share about your career path, educational experiences and profession with our students? If so, we invite you to participate in our upcoming Career Discovery event.
On October 24th, we are hosting our annual Career Discovery Day event for middle and high school students. Our industry professionals will bring insight and inspiration to student learning and career exploration, allowing students to engage in career-focused conversations.
If you are interested in participating and supporting our student learning, please reach out to Nicole Ryan at nicole.ryan@stemk12.org.