MHS Summer 2015 Enrichment -- In-coming 9th Graders

Summer 2015 Enrichment 

Middleborough High School

* Summer Reading 

* Math Enrichment

* Science Enrichment

Middleborough High School 

71 East Grove Street 

Middleborough, MA 02346 

Principal Paul Branagan 

(508) 946-2010 

www.middleboro.k12.ma.us/mhs

http://www.middleboro.k12.ma.us/cms/lib07/MA01906409/Centricity/Domain/866/2015%20Summer%20Enrichment/Summer%20Enrichment%20Brochure%202015%20A.pdf

CORE VALUES Solve problems Acknowledge global issues Communicate well Help others Embrace life-long learning Make learning relevant Strive for excellence

Purpose and Expectations Purpose To help refresh their skills in the high-stakes areas of English, Math, and Science, incoming MHS students will complete summer enrichment. Expectations Incoming ELA students will read a book and respond to an essay prompt. Incoming math students will review concepts in Number Sense, Algebra, Geometry, and Data Analysis. Incoming biology and chemistry students will review skills in graphing and other science concepts. URL with resources and links: www.middleboro.k12.ma.us/domain/866

Summer 2015 Enrichment Middleborough High School * Summer Reading * Math Enrichment * Science Enrichment Middleborough High School 71 East Grove Street Middleborough, MA 02346 Principal Paul Branagan (508) 946-2010 www.middleboro.k12.ma.us/mhs

English Language Arts MHS students entering grades 9-12 will choose from a list of books in each grade level. The books were selected to focus on overarching concepts which students will explore in their English courses. Each student will choose one book from the list and will write an essay based on the prompt that accompanies his or her grade level text. All essays will be due 9/8/15 and they will be electronically submitted via Google Drive.  All students will receive instructions from their English teacher on the first day of school. For those who do not have English until second semester, they will still upload the essay to their teacher’s Google folder. The essay will count as 5% of term one grade. Copies of the book list and essay prompts will be available at the Middleboro High School Office, the Middleboro Public Library, and on the MPS website. Student will also find a description of the books, a sample student essay, and a guide for writing the essay on the website. Please contact Mrs. MacLeod, English Department Chair, with questions, at jmacleod@middleboro.k12.ma.us.

Mathematics MHS students entering grades 9-12 will complete summer math enrichment using an online forum. There are four units, each including video tutorials, interactive practice, games and a digital assessment. Students will need to sign up and log on to www.schoology.com, a free, safe, award-winning platform. Entering grades 9 & 10 students will review foundational MCAS math concepts. Join the summer course using code: 4K9M6-5NNG7. Entering grades 11 & 12 students will review essential SAT math concepts. Join the summer course using code:  FN443-V2P3J. Work must be completed by 9/8/15 and will count as a quiz grade. Please forward questions to Ms. Miles, Math Department Chair, at vmiles@middleboro.k12.ma.us.

Science The MHS Science Department requires that every student taking biology, chemistry, or an AP Science course will complete a summer enrichment packet. The summer enrichment skills packets were developed by the Science teachers at MHS and are designed to help students acquire skills necessary for science. The summer enrichment packets will be available on the MPS website, at the Middleboro High School Office, or at the Middleboro Public Library. Work is due on 9/8/15 and will count as a quiz grade. Please forward questions to Mr. Nelson, Science Department Chair, at nelsons@middleboro.k12.ma.us.

NMS June ROAR Awards Celebrated

June 2015 ROAR Awards Handed Out

Last fall NMS, and specifically Mr. McLaughlin, began a new program, which recognizes student achievement each month.  The ROAR award is given by each cluster and Unified Arts to acknowledge students who have been Respectful, On-time,  (displaying a positive) Attitude, and Responsible.  The goal is to recognize students who not only take care of basic expectations in class but are good citizens and role models in our community.

Award winners receive a certificate, a coupon for a free book at the book fair, bumper stickers for their parents’ cars, and their picture here.

The June award winners received their certificates from Mr. McLaughlin and Mr. Geoghegan in a brief ceremony on the last day of school, June 19.

The ROAR Award winners for June 2015 for each team were:

Grade 6 Challengers:  Sophia Rodriguez

Grade 6 Adventurers:  Emma DiRuzza

Grade 7 Explorers:  Sydney Woodlock

Grade 7 Beacons:  Abigail McCarthy

Grade 8 Apollos:  Sean Faria

Grade 8 Comets:  Brooke Murphy

Unified Arts:  Eddie Kidd (7th Grade)

Congratulations to all!  Thank you for all your efforts; you ROARed to a sensational 2015!

2015 Summer Reading for Students

Summer Reading 2015

Please check the NMS webpage for summer reading requirements! Click on the tab that states, ”Parents and Students”

Click Here for NMS Summer Reading

Summer Reading Books and Assignments

2015-2016 School Year

 

All Nichols Middle School students are required to read 2 books during the summer break, and complete the assignments that accompany each book.  The book lists and the assignments are listed below.  Please read the handouts carefully, and enjoy your summer reading selections!

 

Nichols Middle School Summer Reading List

Grade 6: Read 2 free-choice books at your reading level

 

Grade 7: The Revealers by Doug Wilhelm and 1 free-choice book at your reading level

 

Grade 8: The Other Wes Moore by Wes Moore and 1 science fiction book from the list below:

• The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins (Do not read Catching Fire as it will be a choice in grade 8)
• The Maze Runner by James Dashner 
• The Testing by Joelle Charbonneau 
• Birthmarked by Caragh M. O'Brien
• The House of the Scorpion by Nancy Farmer
• Uglies by Scott Westerfeld 
• V for Vendetta by Alan Moore and David Lloyd (graphic novel) 
• A Wind In the Door by Madeleine L'Engle 

 

Grade 6 Summer Reading Assignments

Summer Reading Letter to Incoming NMS Grade 6 Students and Parents
Summer Reading Assignment 2015

 

Grade 7 Summer Reading Assignment
Summer Reading Assignment 2015 - The Revealers

 

Grade 8 Summer Reading Assignments (Both Assignments Required)
Summer Reading Assignment 2015 - The Other Wes Moore
Summer Reading Assignment 2015 - Science Fiction Book 

If you need help or have questions, please email Mrs. Borges at:

aborges@middleboro.k12.ma.us 

2014-2015 Final Report Cards -- Have a Great Summer!

Third Trimester and Final Grades Report Cards

This afternoon all Nichols' households will be receiving an Alert-Now message reminding everyone that Final Report Cards were handed out to the students and will come home today.  Please make sure you check grades as well as comments for many of our teachers have begun to pilot Standards-Based Grading, which could be marked in the Comments section of the Report Card.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Main Office.  

I also wanted to take the time to thank everyone in the Nichols' community for all your support as we traversed another year here at NMS.  

It has been a wonderful year and it has been because of the students, teachers, staff, parents, and overall community.  

Thank you so much for all that you have done to support the work we have done with your child.  

Thank you, again, for an incredible year, good luck to our 8th graders next year, and have a wonderful, safe, and relaxing summer vacation. 

We will see you on Wednesday, September 2, for the start of another fantastic year.

PS -- Don't forget your Summer Reading!

2015 8th Grade Field Day

8th Graders Take to the Field

Thursday, June 18, our 8th Grade Students battled as Homerooms to see who would take home the top prize.

Students were taken through different obstacles and activities led by Mr. Redpath.

In the end, after a fun-packed day, Ms. Kubek's Homeroom took home the trophy.

Awesome job, 8th Grade students, 8th Grade teachers and staff, PTA parent helpers, volunteers, and water donaters.

NMS PTA also provided the DJ for the day.  As well as one can see the incredible 8th Grade T-shirts supplied by the NMS PTA.

Great job, all.

8th Grade Awards Nights Video

Three Years in the Making

On Tuesday, June 16, and Wednesday, June 17, we had our annual 8th Grade Awards Nights for both the Apollo and Comets teams.

Students were awarded for academic achievement as well as contributions to the Nichols community.

All students then got to walk across the stage and receive certificates of accomplishment.

At the end of the evening a short video was presented put together by Mr. Adam Pelletier, Ms. Beth Evans, and some 8th grade students.

Here is the video:  https://vimeo.com/131046614

Please check it out if you get a chance.

Eighth grade is a great transition year and we wish all of our eighth grade students success as they enter the high school portion of their educational journey.

Thanks,
MRG

8th Grade Whale Watch 2015

8th Grade Field Trip on Monday, June 15

On Monday, June 15, many of our 8th Grade students went on a whale watch with Captain John's Whale Watch out of Plymouth Harbor.

Students and chaperones all had a great time.

It was a rainy start to the day, but many of the Whale Watch workers said that it could help with seeing more whales.

It turned out to be a little chilly and wet, but during the trip, the whales definitely came out for out Nichols Tigers.

Fun, fun experience for all.

A special thank you to all the eighth grade teachers and staff who helped to make this trip possible, whether they stayed behind with the students who chose not to go or those that chaperoned or just helping with the organization of the day.

Thank you to the PTA for paying for the bus transportation.

Thank you to our parent volunteers who also came on the trip.

Thank you to Mrs. Tricia Flaherty for pretty much organizing and running the event. 

Thank you to Mr. McLaughlin for his pictures below.

Class of 2019 Dancing the Night Away

8th Grade Dance = Success

One of our students' rite of passage was completed on Friday, June 12th evening as we had our 8th Grade Dance.

The students did as they usually do, where for the first 25 to 30 minutes there are not many dancers and the kids just kind of milling about checking out each other's outfits.  To then almost every single student dancing the rest of the night away, with our having to stop them at 9 PM.

It was a wonderful evening.

We thank all the faculty and staff who came to help with chaperoning and the parents who donated snacks, drinks, and paper products or their time in setting up or cleaning up or serving food.

A very special thanks to the NMS PTA for supplying the pizza for the evening.

And our DJ.

Again, it was an incredible evening for all.

Thank you.

Congratulations to NMS April & May ROAR Award Winners

April & May 2015 ROAR Awards Handed Out

Last fall NMS, and specifically Mr. McLaughlin, began a new program, which recognizes student achievement each month.  The ROAR award is given by each cluster and Unified Arts to acknowledge students who have been Respectful, On-time,  (displaying a positive) Attitude, and Responsible.  The goal is to recognize students who not only take care of basic expectations in class but are good citizens and role models in our community.

Award winners receive a certificate, a coupon for a free book at the book fair, bumper stickers for their parents’ cars, and their individual picture displayed in the school for the month.

The April and May award winners received their certificates from Mr. McLaughlin and Mr. Geoghegan in a brief ceremony on June 9.

The ROAR Award winners for April 2015 for each team were:

Grade 6 Challengers:  Sarah Calogero

Grade 6 Adventurers:  Mia Bennett

Grade 7 Explorers:  Jenna Robicheau

Grade 7 Beacons:  Olivia Ventresca

Grade 8 Apollos:  Chase Holyoke

Grade 8 Comets:  Rachel Burroughs

Unified Arts:  Jacob Stiner (8th Grade)

The ROAR Award winners for May 2015 for each team were:

Grade 6 Challengers:  Colton Teague

Grade 6 Adventurers:  Ryan Reilly

Grade 7 Explorers:  Mike Kominsky

Grade 7 Beacons:  Evan Ussow

Grade 8 Apollos:  Erin Egersheim

Grade 8 Comets:  Michael Gould

Unified Arts:  Amanda Bukunt (6th Grade)

Congratulations to all!  Thank you for all your efforts; you are ROARing along to having a sensational 2015!