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November 1

PA Middle School announces schedule for quarterly exams

Influenza Precautions

In light of the beginning of the flu season and the concern over the H1N1 virus, all members of our district are reminded to be vigilant in their efforts to reduce their exposure to germs. Be sure to properly wash your hands often and regularly use hand sanitizer, disinfect common areas and objects with antibacterial cleansers, avoid touching areas such as your eyes and mouth, and use common sense as you go throughout your day both in school and in the home. Please be aware that our Administrators are in contact with the State Department of Health on a daily business and are acting on recommendations from them to ensure our District’s actions are in the best interests of the students. Further recommendations and guidelines can be found at www.health.state.pa.us, www.cdc.gov, and www.flu.gov.

Quarterly Exams

Quarterly Exams will be given to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students according to the following schedule:

Monday, Nov. 2nd: Social Studies

Tuesday, Nov. 3rd: Language Arts

Wednesday, Nov. 4th: Science

Thursday, Nov. 5th: Math

Monday, Nov. 9th: Reading

Exams will be given during each subjects’ regular class period.

Gertrude Hawk Candy Orders

Gertrude Hawk candy orders will be available for pick-up on Tuesday, November 3rd and Wednesday, November 4th from 5 until 7 p.m.

Math Club Meeting

There will be a meeting of the Math Club on Thursday, November 5th from 3-3:45 p.m. in room 243 with Dr. Keska. Students must provide their own transportation home, and all rides must be in front of the Middle School no later than 3:45pm. Students are reminded to bring their problem sets with them to the meeting. Students are reminded that new members are still welcome to join as long they turn in a signed permission slip. Anyone who can not attend the meeting should see Dr. Keska as soon as possible.

End of the 1st Marking Period

Friday, November 6th is the end of the 1st marking period.

Veteran’s Day

The Pittston Area School District will be closed on Wednesday, November 11th in observance of Veteran’s Day.

November Act 80 Day

Friday, November 13th is an Act 80 Day. Middle School students will be dismissed at 1:00 p.m.

Parent/Teacher Conferences

The Pittston Area Middle School will hold Parent/Teacher Conferences on November 18th, 19th, and 20th from 1:00 until 3:00 p.m. Report cards for the 1st marking period will be distributed at this time. Parents are encouraged to come and meet with their child’s teachers to discuss any concerns. Please limit your time with each teacher to five minutes in order to allow each parent time for a conference. Students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m. on conference days. If you are unable to attend Parent/Teacher conferences, report cards will be mailed home the week following said conferences.

Book Fair

Our Middle School Scholastic Book Fair is scheduled for November 19th through November 24th. The students will be able to shop for books during their Related Arts period. Parents are invited to our library during parent teacher conferences to share in this celebration of books and reading. Not only does the Book Fair help raise funds to purchase essential classroom and library resources, it encourages reading among our students. Our Book Fair provides a wide variety of books specifically selected to appeal to middle school interests. The Middle School Book Fair is run by Mrs. Clancy, our Librarian, and the Middle School Library Department. See you there!

Thanksgiving Break

The Pittston Area School District will be closed from November 26th through November 30th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The middle school will resume classes on Tuesday, December 1st.

Lost and Found

Anyone who may have lost a personal possession in school can stop by the main office to check the Lost and Found.

Communications Club

MID-TV’s schedule for 11/02 through 11/06: Members of the Blue Team should report to the TV Studio first thing in the morning. All members are reminded to check in with their homeroom teachers prior to reporting to the studio.

Sports and Activities

Full Band Practice

There will be full band practice Wednesday from 9:45 until 11:00 a.m. The Middle School Christmas Concert will be held on Thursday, December 3rd at 7:00 p.m. in the High School Auditorium.

6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Girls’ Intramural Basketball

Girls’ Intramural Basketball will be held now through November 22nd on Monday, Thursday, and Sunday nights from 5:45 p.m. until 8:15pm in the Middle School Gymnasium. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Healey at 510-9044.

Weekly Schedule

Freshman Football: Wednesday vs. Wyoming Area