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Dear Families,
This is conferences week, which also means we have Early Release Days this Thursday and Friday. Dismissal on those days will be 12:30. Please make arrangements accordingly.
We have definitely seen fewer tardies in the morning since closing the carpool lane at 8:00. Please remember that if you arrive after the carpool lane has been closed you should walk your student to the door and text the number on the sign to check your student in for the day. Do not drop them off in the street and have them walk up by themselves.
If you have not done so already, please be sure to complete the Intent to Enroll survey for next year. This information helps us to determine any additional open seats for the lottery.
This week we will be kicking off our Black History Month celebrations. The overall theme for this year is Celebrating Black Excellence and Joy. Each week students will experience videos, activities, and presentations to participate in this celebration. Below is an outline of the month.
Week 1 - Celebrating Black Excellence and Joy: During the week students will learn about Black artist, inventors, and influential leaders. They will hear about the world's first black owned autonomous grocery store located south of Atlanta, and will learn to play some popular children's games from various African countries.
Week 2 - Hearing Black Stories from Black Voices: During this week, students will experience stories from the Marley Diaz series featuring popular Black celebrities reading books about a variety of aspects of Black culture written by Black authors.
Week 3 - Take a Visit to Atlanta's Sweet Auburn District: While enjoying the February break, your family may love spending time exploring what was once the "richest negro street in the world." We will be sending home resources to help you plan a trip around the Sweet Auburn District while away from school that week.
Week 4 - Experience the Excitement of HBCUs, Frats, and Sororities: During the final week students will learn about the start and importance of HBCUs. They will hear about how the Fisk Jubilee Singers saved their university and listen to one of their performances of a spiritual. In addition, we will be visited by members of different traditional Black, Greek organizations to talk about their important role in university life and their contributions through volunteering and community outreach. If you attended an HBCU we would love to hear from you. We are working to put together a video highlighting your experience and what you feel is most important about the role HBCUs play in the education system. Please reach out to me if you would like to be a part.
We have been having great turnouts at our open house events for prospective families, and many families are entering the lottery. This Tuesday we will be hosting an open house for prospective educators. If you know of an educator who would make a great addition to our staff, please let them know to join us Tuesday evening at 6:30. They will be able to learn all about the school.
Well as you can see, we not only have a big week ahead, but we also have a big month. Here's to a great start this week! I will see you in the morning.
Sincerely,
Mike
Mike Stewart
Principal
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Early Release for Caregiver Conferences
All students will be dismissed at 12:30 this Thursday and Friday.
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Expeditions This Week
Monday, January 30
- 1st - Tattling Tales "Sacajawea" (On campus)
- 4th - Joanna Maddox "Harriet Tubman"
Wednesday, February 1
- K - High Touch High Tech "Rock n Roll" (On campus)
- 7th - Tellus "Geologic Time Scale"
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News from the Executive Director
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The Museum School Board of Directors is excited to start finalizing the new Strategic Plan this month. Thank you for sharing your feedback! We are excited to share this plan with you in the Spring.
The Museum School is nearing re-accreditation with Cognia (formally SACS and AdvancEd), as our current accreditation period ends in June 2024. We are excited to dive into our self-assessment and look forward to engaging you in the process! Stay tuned!
Katherine Kelbaugh, Ph.D.
Executive Director
The Museum School
katherine.kelbaugh@themuseumschool.org
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Intent to Enroll for 2023-2024
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- January 31 - Prospective Educator Open House 6:30 (LEARN MORE)
- February 2 – 3 - Early Release/Caregiver Conferences
- February 9 - PTO General Body Meeting
- February 13-17 - Winter Break
- February 20 - Explorer Day
- February 21 - Governing Board Meeting (LEARN MORE)
- February 23 - 7/8 Orchestra Concert
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JOIN THE PLANNING COMMITTEE
Explorer Dash
Get involved with the 2023 Explorer Dash planning committee - email explorerdash16@gmail.com
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Calling all Voiceover Talent, Videographers, Script Writers, and Photographers!
TMS is producing a short video this spring with the help of a professional volunteer videographer. Additional support is needed, and can be determined by your schedule and around your student:
- Voiceover talent
- Videos and photos from expeditions, exhibit nights, performances, and general student life
If you'd like to get involved, please complete this short form. Questions? Email bethany.brown@themuseumschool.org
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SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT
Immigration Perspectives
This quarter, 2nd grade is doing a service learning project around the ongoing refugee situation at the southern US border. Students are learning from community members who work with support programs, but would also love to have the perspective of any TMS community members who are immigrants to the US who would be willing to come to the school (or zoom in) and talk to our students about their experiences immigrating to our country, what they think is needed to respond to the current migrant/refugee crisis, and what kids can do that is meaningful to support those trying to seek asylum in our country.
Anyone interested in this opportunity can email 2nd grade teacher catherine.eisel-elder@themuseumschool.org coordinate details.
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Hi families,
I just wanted to reach out and let you know that it looks like we are having a surge of COVID positive cases at school over the last couple of weeks. It seems like most cases are in the middle school grades. We wanted to update everyone so you can make your choice as a family what is best for you in regards to masking. We also wanted to make sure all families are aware that we still have plenty of free COVID tests if you need them.
It seems like the lower grades are having a bit of a hit with the stomach bug this week as well. I hope everyone stays well and has a good week ahead!
Please always feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Ashley Rollins, BSN, OCN
ashley.rollins@themuseumschool.org
The Museum School Registered Nurse
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The TMS Counseling Team invites you to come and speak with our students highlighting key parts of your career. Your participation is greatly valued. Through your support, students can broaden their interest and options for future careers. Click here to volunteer!
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 TMS PTO - FOUNDATION
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Recycled Uniform Sale
Our next Recycled Uniform Sale will be March 10 from 4-6:00pm and Saturday, March 11 from 10-12 in the cafetorium. Be on the lookout for more information!
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Register by Feb.10th to get the Early Bird Special! The price of race registration increases after Feb. 10th. https://bit.ly/ExplorerDash
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PTO General Body Meeting- TMS Cafetorium
Mark February 9, 2023 at 7:00pm on your calendars for our next general body meeting. We will have some special programming for parents that evening- more info to come in upcoming newsletters.
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Seeking TMS Mascot Input and Ideas
Hello TMS Students- We Need Your Input as we start the process of creating a visual character for our mascot- The Explorer. Your input and ideas will help go into the design of our future mascot character! When thinking about your character- consider what it means to be an Explorer at TMS. What does the Explorer stand for and how can it represent all of the students at TMS, as well as our Core Values? For more information, check out the flyer. We look forward to hearing and seeing your thoughts. Please submit ideas by midnight, February 19, to https://forms.gle/o5SBGeFVSyKFpe8Q7. All participants who submit an idea will receive a small token of appreciation.
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If you'd like to get involved with PTO this year, please email tms.pto@themuseumschool.org
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Keep in touch with TMS PTO on Facebook
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Questions about TMS breakfast and lunch? Check out the nutrition page on the website, or email coordinator Erin Johnson: TMSlunch@themuseumschool.org.
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QUESTIONS: Contact Coach Roberts at athletics@themuseumschool.org
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Please contact us with any questions!
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Y Spring Soccer Teams Forming Now!
Are you ready for some soccer? At the Y this spring, our sports staff, coaches and volunteers share a vision of helping youth reach their full potential on and off the field.
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Attend the next Governing Board
Meeting:
Tuesday, February 21
Learn More
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