Parents - Here are your links to this month's October Meeting Credit. From Ms. Wilson: Parents must watch the video and then complete the linked questionnaire to receive credit for this month.
It discusses the upcoming renewal of the Pinellas Schools Referendum which will be on the Nov. 3 ballot to benefits Pinellas public school students and teachers. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me here, email me or private FB msg. My email: briscom@pcsb.org. Have a wonderful week families!
Recorded Meeting to view for October Monthly Meeting Credit
Staff and students will be celebrating Halloween next Friday October 30. We encourage all students to dress up and have some fun!
Please remember the following when choosing your costumes:
1, No FULL face masks, (Still adhering to regular face masks rules)
2, No real or fake weapons
3, Must be school appropriate and adheree to school dress code.
PICTURE DAY!
Picture Day will be held on Wednesday October 28. We will ONLY be photographing students who are at school in person. Online learners will be photographed at a later date that we are working to schedule. Thank you for your continued patience as we navigate through this.
8th graders! Very Important!
Please look at these links regarding high school opportunities. Now is the time!
Meeting begins Thursday October 29 at 8:45 a.m. This is 100% VIRTUAL.
Please click here- MEETING LINK at that time so that you can join our meeting. First time members welcome!
STUDENT COUNCIL!
Application and Teacher Recommendations are due by Oct 16th at 4:10 pm to Mrs. Giordano-Nabors email: giordanok@pcsb.org. No late applications or recommendations will be accepted.
Campaign Video created in powerpoint with voice over (only format accepted) is due by October 23rd for those students notified of acceptance after the applications have been reviewed.
Please review these documents for more information.
Jaguar Nation please take a look at the below times for students. There are plenty of opportunities for tutoring and clubs to get involved in. When you're looking at this list, please note these will ALL be virtual. As always, we at Thurgood Marshall appreciate all of the help and support of our parents!
Club
Teacher
Meeting Day
Meeting Time
5000 Role Models
McKee
3rd Wednesday beginning 10/28/2020
4:15pm-5:15pm
Book Club
Green
every other Wednesday beginning 10/14/2020
8:30am-9:30am
Civics Tutor
Vines
every Monday beginning 11/2/2020
4:30pm-5:30pm
FBLA
Stroud
Thursday beginning 10/1/2020
8:30am-9:00pm
French Tutor
Nouri
Tues/Thurs beginning 9/29/2020
9:00am-9:30am
Girlfriends
Reed
3rd Wednesday beginning 10/28/2020
4:15pm-5:15pm
Live Free
Russo/Roberson
Tuesdays beginning 10/6/2020
8:30am-9:30am
Math Tutor
Robinson
Tuesday/Wednesday
6:30pm-7:30pm (T)/7:45am-8:45am (W)
Math Tutor
Reitz
Tuesday beginning 9/29/2020
8:30am-9:00am/4:20pm-4:50pm
Math Tutor
Gist
Wednesday/Thursday beginning 9/23/2020
6:30pm-7:30pm
Math Tutor
Garretson
Tuesday/Thursday beginning 9/29/2020
8:45am-9:15am
Math Tutor
Bartlett
Thursday beginning 9/24/2020
6:00pm-7:00pm
Model UN
Roberson
Tues/Thurs
7:50am-8:50am
Omni Lit
Vincent
Friday
8:30am-9:30am
Omni Lit
Puckett
Friday
8:30am-9:30am
Reading Tutor
Reed
Thursday beginning 10/1/2020
8:15am-9:15am
Spanish Tutoring
Leonard
Thursday (except 1st Thursday of each month)
4:10pm-5:10pm
STEM
Greth
Thursday beginning 11/5/2020
4:15pm-5:15pm
Student Council
Giordano
Wednesday beginning 10/7/2020
8:30am-9:30am
Math Club
Garretson
Wednesday beginning 9/30/2020
4:30pm-5:30pm
LiveFree Club
If you are interested in joining, our first meeting is October 13 at 8:30am via TEAMS or in person. Contact Mrs. Russo if you are interested at russoth@pcsb.org. About the Club: The LiveFree Club collaborates with the Coalition of Pinellas County to share the message of living a healthy life. This is accomplished through community activism, education, and social events. Join us to lead our school to healthy, drug-free living!
Please read the attached letter, (above), and complete the following survey via Microsoft Forms for PSAT 8/9 registration. This is for myPCS 8th grader registration ONLY and accompanies the 5pm callout from Ms. Slifkin on 9/16. Brick and Mortar students do not need to register as they are already enrolled as noted in the 4pm callout on 9/16.
Pinellas County Schools Referendum benefits teachers and students.
The renewal of Pinellas County Schools Referendum will be on the ballot for the Nov. 3 General Election. The Referendum boosts reading, art and music programs, provides up-to-date technology and textbooks, and helps recruit and retain quality teachers.
Voters have supported the Referendum every four years since its initial approval in 2004. An independent citizens committee oversees Referendum expenditures to ensure money is spent as voters intended. Every penny of the funding directly benefits Pinellas teachers and students.
The Referendum provides diverse classroom libraries and powerful small-group literacy programs that help students read at grade level. Thanks to the Referendum, Pinellas schools have computer labs, interactive whiteboards, and the latest technology to engage students in learning and prepare them for college and careers. The Referendum also funds trainers who help teachers integrate technology into their lessons.
The Referendum supports Pinellas County Schools nationally recognized music and arts programs. The Referendum funds music, theater and dance equipment, musical instruments, band uniforms and sound systems. Thanks to the Referendum, all schools receive equitable funding for quality art supplies, equipment and technology.
Every penny of Referendum funding benefits Pinellas public school students and teachers. An independent committee oversees Referendum spending to ensure that money is spent as voters intended. For more information, please visit www.pcsb.org/referendum.
Message to 7th grade parents that have not submitted immunization
Good evening Jaguar Nation this is Principal Wilson of TMFMS. I hope you are enjoying your summer vacation. Families you are receiving this call because the school needs a copy of your child’s immunization. Please make sure you have submitted documentation for 7th grade immunization prior to August 13th to Ms. Brenda Works in the front office. The office is open from 8:30 – 3:30 p.m. (except on Friday). If students do not have the required 7th grade immunization prior to the first day of school the student will not be permitted to attend classes including online courses. Please email to WorksB@pcsb.org
Thurgood Marshall Fundamental Middle School PTSA supports this mission by supporting school and district programs, supporting the school community through family events, and giving direct help to the teachers and staff at Thurgood.
As your PTSA President, I am looking forward to continuing the working partnership we have established with our Principal Ms. Wilson, our amazing teachers, and staff. We will continue to provide an excellent learning experience for our students with the support of our members. As a member of the TMFMS PTSA, you are a voice for our kids and part of the largest child advocacy program in the world. It really is a rewarding experience!
Whether a new PTSA member or a returning member, we thank you for your contributions, time, and commitment to our organization, our teachers, and most importantly, our students! I encourage each of you to become a part of our team! You can support the TMFMS by: ● Becoming a Member: Join online at - https://tmfms.new.memberhub.store/store?category=Memberships Parent/Guardian Membership $8.50; Student Membership $5.50 (student membership must accompany parent/guardian membership)
By becoming a member, you will receive voting rights at PTSA meetings and an online school directory. You can also send in a check (Please make payable to TMFMS PTSA) or cash. If your student is distance learning you can mail it to TMFMS PTSA, 3901 22nd Ave S, St. Petersburg FL 33711
● Donating: provide resources and time. You can donate directly to TMFMS either online https://tmfms.new.memberhub.store/store?category=Donations or by mailing in a check (made payable to TMFMS PTSA) to 3901 22nd Ave S, St. Petersburg FL 33711
● Volunteering: share your talents with our school. By getting involved, you will be part of the solution, helping to make positive change. Please be sure you are a registered volunteer (information can be found at www.pcsb.org/volunteerregistration). Remember if you registered last year, you must log on and renew your registration by answering a few questions.
On behalf of the TMFMS PTSA Board, I thank you for helping to make every student’s potential a reality. You can reach the PTSA at thurgoodmarshallptsa@gmail.com or contact me directly at mariannehillyer@gmail.com or 727-512-8532
We are continuously attempting to communicate to our parents and families to support them during COVIC19. Please use the following resources.
Website/Newsletter
Check out www.pcsb.org/parentacademy and find recording links to past Parent Academy Power Hour sessions on such important topics as Building Resilience in Challenging Times, Oops! My Child is Off Task: Self-Discipline Strategies, Eagle Eye: Online Safety and much more. These webinar recordings can all be viewed at your convenience. Information on upcoming sessions as they are planned may also be found on this same page.
Also, www.pcsb.org/athomeresources has valuable resources and fun, supportive activities for families on the topics below. Check back regularly as new resources are added every week!
School Messenger
Did you know there are two pages on our PCS website with valuable resources for families? Check out pcsb.org/parentacademy and find recording links to past Parent Academy Power Hour sessions on such important topics as Building Resilience in Challenging Times, Oops! My Child is Off Task: Self-Discipline Strategies, Online Safety and much more. These webinar recordings can all be viewed at your convenience. Information on upcoming sessions as they are planned can also be found on this same page.
Also, pcsb.org/athomeresources has valuable resources and fun, supportive activities for families on a variety of topics- Screen Free Activities, Family Wellness, Get Moving, Teen Hub and more. Check back regularly as new resources are added every week!
School Facebook/Social Media
Visit the new PCS Learning at Home Family Resource page for links to valuable resources and fun, supportive activities to keep you connected and resilient. Check back regularly- new information is added every week! www.pcsb.org/athomeresources
For families that have been affected financially by COVID19 and currently are under the 200% poverty guidelines. Here is a link for more information about the funds availablehttps://211tampabay.org/covid19/
Thurgood Marshall Fundamental Middle School PTSA supports this mission by supporting school and district programs, supporting the school community through family events, and giving direct help to the teachers and staff at Thurgood.
As your PTSA President, I am looking forward to continuing the working partnership we have established with our Principal Ms. Wilson, our amazing teachers, and staff. We will continue to provide an excellent learning experience for our students with the support of our members. As a member of the TMFMS PTSA, you are a voice for our kids and part of the largest child advocacy program in the world. It really is a rewarding experience!
Whether a new PTSA member or a returning member, we thank you for your contributions, time, and commitment to our organization, our teachers, and most importantly, our students! I encourage each of you to become a part of our team! You can support the TMFMS by: ● Becoming a Member: Join online at - https://tmfms.new.memberhub.store/store?category=Memberships Parent/Guardian Membership $8.50; Student Membership $5.50 (student membership must accompany parent/guardian membership)
By becoming a member, you will receive voting rights at PTSA meetings and an online school directory. You can also send in a check (Please make payable to TMFMS PTSA) or cash. If your student is distance learning you can mail it to TMFMS PTSA, 3901 22nd Ave S, St. Petersburg FL 33711
● Donating: provide resources and time. You can donate directly to TMFMS either online https://tmfms.new.memberhub.store/store?category=Donations or by mailing in a check (made payable to TMFMS PTSA) to 3901 22nd Ave S, St. Petersburg FL 33711
● Volunteering: share your talents with our school. By getting involved, you will be part of the solution, helping to make positive change. Please be sure you are a registered volunteer (information can be found at www.pcsb.org/volunteerregistration). Remember if you registered last year, you must log on and renew your registration by answering a few questions.
On behalf of the TMFMS PTSA Board, I thank you for helping to make every student’s potential a reality. You can reach the PTSA at thurgoodmarshallptsa@gmail.com or contact me directly at mariannehillyer@gmail.com or 727-512-8532
PCS offers nearly 80 programs focused on students interests, talents and learning styles. The Application Period for the 2020-2021 school year is Jan. 8-17, 2020. Find the right fit for your child!
Learn about our magnet, fundamental and career academies at Choice Fairs: Oct. 29: 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Countryside High, 3000 SR 580, Clearwater Nov. 2: 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Pinellas Park High, 6305 118th Ave., Largo Nov. 4: 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Lakewood High, 1400 54th Ave. S, St. Petersburg
Explore individual programs in more detail at Discovery Nights: Oct. 30 - Dec. 20
TMFMS Discovery Night Center for Gifted Studies and Fundamental- Tuesday December 17th @ 6 pm.
