Tarpon Springs Middle

Q2 Messages:

10-17-22: Call out and Email 

Hello Tarpon Springs Students, Parents, and Community

I am Ronnie Mason your proud principal of Tarpon Springs Middle School.  October 11, 2022, I joined the Tarpon Springs family and my first week was fantastic.  Thank you so much to everyone for making me feel so welcome. 

I wanted to take some time to share a little about myself. This school year I am entering my 28^th year in education, and during my career I have worked as a teacher, school counselor, and school administrator.  Before joining Pinellas County Schools, I worked for Hillsborough County Public Schools where I spent the last 7 years as principal at Hill Middle School.  My undergraduate and graduate work was completed at the University of South Florida where I earned a degree in Education, as well as masters in School Counseling and Educational Leadership.

On a personal note, when I am away from school, I love to spend time reading, exercising, and enjoying outdoor activities.  I recently took up the sport Pickleball, and I am currently looking for a good location to play close to school.  A lot of my time is also spent running around with my golden retriever, named “Bear”. 

My goal is to create learning experiences for every student that develop lifelong learners and good citizens.  My belief is that the foundation for all this work is rooted in positive relationships with all stakeholders. 

I am so grateful for the opportunity to lead Tarpon Springs Middle School.

Go Spartans!

Ronald  Mason

Principal 

Q1 Messages:  

9-18-22: Email Only

Good evening, Spartan Families,

Please review the updates below, and as always, please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps

Principal

PTSA Reflections: We are thrilled to announce that Tarpon Springs Middle School will participate in this year’s Reflections competition. As the Cambridge Conservatory for Academics and the Arts, we want to ensure our talented students are recognized for their achievements.  This year’s theme is Show Your Voice. Please click on the following link to view information about the program.  https://youtu.be/0oOU3kyk28Y

Student entry information can be accessed here: https://floridapta.org/media/2021/08/21-22_student-packet-template_reflections-1.docx

Winter Guard Tryouts: Students interested in joining the award-winning Winter Guard program may try out Tuesday, 9/20 – Thursday, 9/22.  Participation packets, physicals, and school insurance must be up to date.  Tryouts will be held in the TSMS Café. 

School Pictures: School pictures are Thursday, September 22, 2022. Ordering information was sent home and emailed.

Grade Level Administrator Contact Information: Please reach out to the grade-level administrator if you have a specific concern regarding your student.

Assistant Principals:

6^th Grade: Ms. Dove – Ext.2000; doved@pcsb.org

7^th Grade: Ms. Nash – Ext. 2037; nasha@pcsb.org

8^th Grade: Mr. Mitchell – Ext. 2038; mitchellant@pcsb.org

9-11-22: Email Only

Good evening, Spartan Families,

I enjoyed speaking with many of you at Thursday's Open House.  I appreciate our families taking time out of their evening to visit our campus and meet their student's teachers.

Please review the updates below, and as always, please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps

Principal

PTSA Reflections: We are thrilled to announce that Tarpon Springs Middle School will participate in this year’s Reflections competition. As the Cambridge Conservatory for Academics and the Arts, we want to ensure our talented students are recognized for their achievements.  This year’s theme is: Show Your Voice. Please click on the following link to view information about the program.  https://youtu.be/0oOU3kyk28Y

Student entry information can be accessed here: https://floridapta.org/media/2021/08/21-22_student-packet-template_reflections-1.docx

Progress Monitoring 1 (PM 1): Most of our students completed the PM1.  I am thrilled with our initial results and am grateful for the supportive conversations that I have already had with our students and our families.  Per the PCS communication that went out Saturday, results can be accessed via the “Reports” tab in FOCUS.  It is our goal that students show growth between each progress monitoring assessment.

Reading is critical.  It is important students read at least 30 minutes per day.  If your child struggles to read in one sitting, it is okay to break the reading down into chunks of time, but please remember, we must work together to build endurance. 

If 30 minutes is too much, start with having your student read 10 minutes.  Set the timer, have your child read, and then ask them what they read about.  This will help build the fluency and comprehension skills needed to be on grade level! I am also working to provide families with benchmark-specific activities your student can do at home for both math and ELA.   

Grade Level Administrator Contact Information: Please reach out to the grade-level administrator or school counselor if you have a specific concern regarding your student.

Assistant Principals:

6^th Grade: Ms. Dove – Ext.2000; doved@pcsb.org

7^th Grade: Ms. Nash – Ext. 2037; nasha@pcsb.org

8^th Grade: Mr. Mitchell – Ext. 2038; mitchellant@pcsb.org

School Counselors:

A – L: Ms. Burge – burgel@pcsb.org

M – Z: Ms. Ortega - ortegam@pcsb.org

ESE: Ms. Sampson - KHARINA-SAMPSONE@pcsb.org

9-6-22 Email Only

Good morning, Spartan Families,

Congratulations to our boys’ and girls’ volleyball teams on their first victory of the season against Safety Harbor. We are proud of our student athletes!

Please review the updates below, and as always, please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps

Principal

Open House: Thursday, September 8^th: We listened to feedback given from all school stakeholders, and to accommodate our busy families we will follow a true “open house” model where doors open at 5:00 pm and close at 6:30 pm.   This allows families to come in, check out classrooms/meet teachers, and leave at their convenience.  This also allows our families with more than one student to visit teachers for all students if needed. Please look at FOCUS for your student’s schedule, teacher information, and room numbers.

A message from our PTSA President: On behalf of the PTSA, we would like to welcome all of you back to school and hope everyone is having a great first few weeks! Please like and visit our Facebook page at  https://www.facebook.com/tsmsptsa and also sign up at https://tarponspringsmiddle.memberhub.com  to stay updated on upcoming meetings, volunteer opportunities, fund-raising events, etc. Mark your calendar now for our next PTSA meeting on September 20 @ 6:30pm through Zoom. Email TarponSpringsMSptsa@gmail.com with any questions. We look forward to a successful year!

Progress Monitoring 1 (PM 1): Students will take PM 1 for math this week. We will send additional information once all results are in. Please make sure your student gets plenty of rest and tries their best!

Grade Level Administrator Contact Information: Please reach out to the grade-level administrator or school counselor if you have a specific concern regarding your student.

Assistant Principals:

6^th Grade: Ms. Dove – Ext.2000; doved@pcsb.org

7^th Grade: Ms. Nash – Ext. 2037; nasha@pcsb.org

8^th Grade: Mr. Mitchell – Ext. 2038; mitchellant@pcsb.org

School Counselors:

A – L: Ms. Burge – burgel@pcsb.org

M – Z: Ms. Ortega - ortegam@pcsb.org

ESE: Ms. Sampson - KHARINA-SAMPSONE@pcsb.org

Student Fees/Planners:  Please click the following link to purchase planners and pay student fees. All students will use the school-issued planner as the planners also contain the student’s hall passes. The link can also be accessed through our school website under “online payments.”

https://pcsb.revtrak.net/Middle-Schools/tarpon-springs-middle/#/list

8-28-22 Email Only

Good afternoon, Spartan Families,

Thank you for another great week!

Congratulations to our students who will help lead our Student Government Association and to our students who made the cheerleading squad.  Remember, students who are involved in extracurricular activities are often more successful in school. 

Please review the updates below, and as always, please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps

Principal

A message from our PTSA President: On behalf of the PTSA, we would like to welcome all of you back to school and hope everyone is having a great first few weeks! Please like and visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/tsmsptsa and also sign up at https://tarponspringsmiddle.memberhub.com to stay updated on upcoming meetings, volunteer opportunities, fund-raising events, etc. Mark your calendar now for our next PTSA meeting on September 20 @ 6:30pm through Zoom. Email TarponSpringsMSptsa@gmail.com with any questions We look forward to a successful year!

Progress Reports: Progress reports were emailed Friday.  Please reach out to the student’s teacher first if there is a specific question about grades, a missing assignment, etc.  Please also know teachers will often fill in zeros to show what the grade will look like of the student neglects to submit the assignment. 

Summer Reading: The summer reading assignment was communicated throughout the summer, on the website, during announcements, and in class.  Students also had an additional two weeks in class to complete the assignment. 

Progress Monitoring 1 (PM 1): Students will take PM 1 for ELA this week beginning on Tuesday, and PM 1 for math (excluding Alg. and Geometry) next week.  We will send additional information once results are in and ready to be shared. Please make sure your student gets plenty of rest and tries their best!

Grade Level Administrator Contact Information: Please reach out to the grade-level administrator or school counselor if you have a specific concern regarding your student.

Assistant Principals:

6^th Grade: Ms. Dove – Ext.2000; doved@pcsb.org

7^th Grade: Ms. Nash – Ext. 2037; nasha@pcsb.org

8^th Grade: Mr. Mitchell – Ext. 2038; mitchellant@pcsb.org

School Counselors:

A – L: Ms. Burge – burgel@pcsb.org

M – Z: Ms. Ortega - ortegam@pcsb.org

ESE: Ms. Sampson - KHARINA-SAMPSONE@pcsb.org

Student Fees/Planners:  Please click the following link to purchase planners and pay student fees. All students will use the school-issued planner as the planners also contain the student’s hall passes. The link can also be accessed through our school website under “online payments.”

https://pcsb.revtrak.net/Middle-Schools/tarpon-springs-middle/#/list

8-21-22 - Email Only

Good afternoon, Spartan Families,

Thank you for another wonderful week. Students worked hard to complete their IXL diagnostic and their science GAP assessment. Both serve as foundational assessments to see where your student is. Please review the IXL score with your child as you will also be able to see specific benchmarks they need to work on!

Congratulations to our students who made the boys’ and girls’ volleyball teams! I look forward to a fantastic season. I also saw many of our students in their football jerseys, so I hope jamboree weekend went well for our student athletes.

Please review the updates below, and as always, please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps

Principal

Grade Level Administrator Contact Information: Please reach out to the grade-level administrator or school counselor if you have a specific concern regarding your student.

Assistant Principals:

6^th Grade: Ms. Dove – Ext.2000; doved@pcsb.org

7^th Grade: Ms. Nash – Ext. 2037; nasha@pcsb.org

8^th Grade: Mr. Mitchell – Ext. 2038; mitchellant@pcsb.org

School Counselors:

A – L: Ms. Burge – burgel@pcsb.org

M – Z: Ms. Ortega - ortegam@pcsb.org

ESE: Ms. Sampson - KHARINA-SAMPSONE@pcsb.org

Device Distribution: All devices will be handed out by Friday, August 26^th. If your student missed their device distribution day please do not worry, as they will still receive their device. Please remember to complete the attached PCS Connects Parent/Student Responsibility Form if you want your student to receive a device. Forms must be completed before the student will be issued a computer.

PCS Connects Form

SAC Meeting: We will hold a brief SAC meeting Tuesday, August 23^rd, at 8:30 am. The meeting is virtual so please email by 4:10 Monday so I can send you the zoom link for Tuesday. Parents and students are welcome to join. Most meetings will be virtual to assist with the busy schedules of our families, so we encourage you to attend.

Student Fees/Planners:  Please click the following link to purchase planners and pay student fees. All students will use the school-issued planner as the planners also contain the student’s hall passes. The link can also be accessed through our school website under “online payments.”

https://pcsb.revtrak.net/Middle-Schools/tarpon-springs-middle/#/list

Cheerleading tryouts: Please see the attached document for specific information regarding cheerleading tryouts that are being held Monday and Tuesday after school (8/22 and 8/23).

TSMS Cheer Tryout Info

*All completed paperwork must be turned in to Coach Baratie before a student is eligible to try out.

8-14-22 - Email Only

Good afternoon, Spartan Families,

Thank you for a fantastic first week of school.  I appreciate your support as we work together to ensure our students have the best school year possible! Please review the updates below, and as always, please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps

Principal

Grade Level Administrator Contact Information: Please reach out to the grade-level administrator or school counselor if you have a specific concern regarding your student.

Assistant Principals:

6^th Grade: Ms. Dove – Ext.2000; doved@pcsb.org

7^th Grade: Ms. Nash – Ext. 2037; nasha@pcsb.org

8^th Grade: Mr. Mitchell – Ext. 2038; mitchellant@pcsb.org

School Counselors:

A – L: Ms. Burge – burgel@pcsb.org

M – Z: Ms. Ortega - ortegam@pcsb.org

ESE: Ms. Sampson - KHARINA-SAMPSONE@pcsb.org

Device Distribution: Students will receive devices this week.  Please remember to complete the attached PCS Connects Parent/Student Responsibility Form if you want your student to receive a device.  Forms must be completed before the student will be issued a computer.

PCS Connects Form 

Student Fees/Planners:  Please click the following link to purchase planners and pay student fees.  All students will use the school-issued planner as the planners also contain the student’s hall passes.  The link can also be accessed through our school website under “online payments”.

Online Payments

Volleyball Tryouts:  

Boys Volleyball Tryouts: Tuesday August 16th and Wednesday August 17th beginning at 8 am in the gym.

Girls Volleyball Tryouts: Tuesday August 16th and Wednesday August 17th from 4:20 pm – 6:00 pm in the gym.

*Please drop off all completed paperwork to the 8th grade office. Athletic packets may be picked up in the 8^th grade office if you still need a packet.

Summer Reading Reminder:  Please remember students must read one approved book for their summer reading assignment and complete one of the following assignment options.  I attached the approved Sunshine State Book list for your convenience.

Book List

Students will then be expected to choose one of the following assignments.  Summer Reading Assignments are due Friday, August 19th. 

1. Design a simple children’s book.
2. Write a two-page typed script of a key scene of the novel. 
3. Create a simple game and answer key, depicting key information from the text.

Math – Multiplication Facts:  Knowing multiplication facts is necessary for the foundational knowledge of middle grades math.  Congratulations to the following students who earned perfect scores on their math facts quizzes: Alaina H., Mahrya S., Harrison S., Cayla R., Kinsey W., Riddick S., Grayson P., Sydney S., Gabriel L., Aidan B., Chmier G., Ian F., Patrick L., Josh S., Charleigh G., Mason S., Sydney R., Leeland S., Elizabeth P., Kaiden P., Collin G., Gabe M., Kyrah R., Yadhira G., Isabella S.

Well done!!!

8-10-22 - Email Only

Good evening, Spartan Families,

I want to thank everyone for a fantastic first day.  Our students came in ready to learn, and I am beyond grateful to our entire school community for supporting the overall efforts and success of our school.

Students received all of the parent forms today.  As a reminder, these forms may also be completed online.  Please make sure you sign and return the technology form as devices will be issued beginning Monday, August 15th.

Please know Girls and Boys Volleyball tryouts are being held August 16th and 17th so please make sure all athletic paperwork is completed PRIOR to tryouts.

Please also check the school website for updates and announcements. https://www.pcsb.org/tarpon-ms

Thank you for all you do.

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps

Summer Messages:

8-9-22

Phone and email message sent re: First day of school reminder. Please click on the "Back to School Information" link below.

8-5-22

Good afternoon, Spartan Families,

I am excited about the first day of school Wednesday, August 10th! Please review the attached document and do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.  It's going to be a GREAT year!

Back to School Information 

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps, Principal

Student Fees/Planners:  Please click the following link to purchase planners and pay student fees.  All students will use the school-issued planner as the planners also contain the student’s hall passes.  

6^th Grade Fees: https://pcsb.revtrak.net/ms/tarpon-springs-middle/#/v/tsms-6th-grade-fees

7^th Grade Fees: https://pcsb.revtrak.net/ms/tarpon-springs-middle/#/v/tsms-7th-grade-fees

8^th Grade Fees: https://pcsb.revtrak.net/ms/tarpon-springs-middle/#/v/tsms-8th-grade-fees

Summer Reading Reminder:  Please remember students must read one approved book for their summer reading assignment and complete one of the following assignment options.  I attached the approved Sunshine State Book list for your convenience.

Sunshine State List 

Students will then be expected to choose one of the following assignments.  Summer Reading Assignments are due Friday, August 19th. 

1. Design a simple children’s book.
2. Write a two-page typed script of a key scene of the novel. 
3. Create a simple game and answer key, depicting key information from the text.

Math – Multiplication Facts:  Knowing multiplication facts is necessary for the foundational knowledge of middle grades math.  Therefore, students will be quizzed each day during the first week of school to ensure all students know their 1 - 12 times tables.  Practice, practice, practice over the summer so all students come in ready to succeed!

Attention Rising 7^th Grade Students:  All 7th grade students must have their T-Dap immunization prior to beginning fall classes. Please reach out to your health care provider or the health department to schedule your student’s TDAP if you have not done so already. 

School Supplies:  The recommended school supplies list is posted on the website and included below.  Please save your receipts in case you need to return items not needed.

School Supply List 

Volleyball and Cheer Tryouts: Volleyball and Cheerleading tryouts will be held the week of August 15th.  Students must have a current physical (within the last calendar year), updated participation form, and school insurance.  Additional information is located on the school website.  All forms should be turned in to Mr. Mitchell, the Assistant Principal over Athletics or Ms. Dena.  Both staff members are located in the 8th grade office.

7-25-22

Good afternoon, Spartan Families,

I cannot wait to greet our incoming 6th grade students one week from today at Spartan Camp! Please pay attention to your student's assigned orientation time listed below.  Please also remember the parent/guardian/adult must also attend as important school information will be given. 

I am excited to share that Tarpon Springs Middle School is once again the top-performing traditional middle school in Pinellas County.  We have truly established a standard of excellence as we surpassed last year's score, increasing over 60 points the last two years.  I am truly grateful as this work is the result of the effort of all our school stakeholders.  Thank YOU, and please continue to help Tarpon Springs Middle School shine in the community.  I am so proud of our students, and want them to receive the recognition they so well deserve.

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps, Principal

Spartan Camp: Orientation for all incoming 6^th grade students is Monday, August 1st.  One parent/guardian/adult must also attend.  Please only report to your scheduled session.

• Session 1: 8:30 am – 9:45 am – 6th grade students who attended Tarpon Springs Elementary School.
• Session 2: 10:15 – 11:30 – 6th grade students who attended all other elementary schools.
• Session 3: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Rising 7th and 8th grade students new to Tarpon Springs Middle School 

Parents will be able to pay student fees, purchase planners, buy school t-shirts, and obtain their PTSA membership at Spartan Camp.  Cash, check, and money order will be accepted.  Credit card may also be used, but please know there is a small service fee if paying by credit card. 

Link for 6th grade fees: https://pcsb.revtrak.net/ms/tarpon-springs-middle/#/v/tsms-6th-grade-fees

Student Fees/Planners:  Please click the following link to purchase planners and pay student fees.  All students will use the school-issued planner as the planners also contain the student’s hall passes.

6^th Grade Fees: https://pcsb.revtrak.net/ms/tarpon-springs-middle/#/v/tsms-6th-grade-fees

7^th Grade Fees: https://pcsb.revtrak.net/ms/tarpon-springs-middle/#/v/tsms-7th-grade-fees

8^th Grade Fees: https://pcsb.revtrak.net/ms/tarpon-springs-middle/#/v/tsms-8th-grade-fees

Summer Reading Reminder:  Please remember students must read one approved book for their summer reading assignment and complete one of the following assignment options.  I attached the approved Sunshine State Book list for your convenience.

Sunshine State List

Students will then be expected to choose one of the following assignments and turn it in during the first week of school:

1. Design a simple children’s book.
2. Write a two-page typed script of a key scene of the novel. 
3. Create a simple game and answer key, depicting key information from the text.

Math – Multiplication Facts:  Knowing multiplication facts is necessary for the foundational knowledge of middle grades math.  Therefore, students will be quizzed each day during the first week of school to ensure all students know their 1 - 12 times tables.  Practice, practice, practice over the summer so all students come in ready to succeed!

Attention Rising 7^th Grade Students:  All 7th grade students must have their T-Dap immunization prior to beginning fall classes. Please reach out to your health care provider or the health department to schedule your student’s TDAP if you have not done so already. 

School Supplies:  The recommended school supplies list is posted on the website and included below.  Please save your receipts in case you need to return items not needed.

School Supply List

7-6-22

Good afternoon, Spartan Families,

Happy July! The 2022 – 2023 school year begins five weeks from today, and I cannot wait! I hope everyone is completing their summer reading and practicing their multiplication facts as the rest of summer will fly, and we need our students ready to learn when they return August 10^th.

We have a lot to celebrate with 71% of our 7^th grade students demonstrating proficiency in BOTH math and ELA, an increase in our science achievement levels, and an 18-point gain in civics!!!! I cannot wait to share the rest of our school data once results become official.  Please know I am so proud of our students, and am grateful we continue to excel as a school community.

Please remember we are still following summer hours.  Please email tsms@pcsb.org if you cannot reach someone via phone in the main office, as many of our clerks are off until the end of July.

Thank you for your continuous support.

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps, Principal

Summer Reading Reminder:  

Sunshine State List

Students will then be expected to choose one of the following assignments and turn it in during the first week of school:

1. Design a simple children’s book.
2. Write a two-page typed script of a key scene of the novel. 
3. Create a simple game and answer key, depicting key information from the text.

Math – Multiplication Facts:  Knowing multiplication facts is necessary for the foundational knowledge of middle grades math.  Therefore, students will be quizzed each day during the first week of school to ensure all students know their 1 - 12 times tables.  Practice, practice, practice over the summer so all students come in ready to succeed!

Attention Rising 7^th Grade Students:  All 7th grade students must have their T-Dap immunization prior to beginning fall classes. Please reach out to your health care provider or the health department to schedule your student’s TDAP if you have not done so already. 

Spartan Camp: Orientation for all incoming 6^th grade students is Monday, August 1st.  One parent/guardian/adult must also attend.  Please only report to your scheduled session.

• Session 1: 8:30 am – 9:45 am – 6th grade students who attended Tarpon Springs Elementary School.
• Session 2: 10:15 – 11:30 – 6th grade students who attended all other elementary schools.
• Session 3: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Rising 7th and 8th grade students new to Tarpon Springs Middle School 

Parents will be able to pay student fees, purchase planners, buy school t-shirts, and obtain their PTSA membership at Spartan Camp.  Cash, check, and money order will be accepted.  Credit card may also be used, but please know there is a small service fee if paying by credit card.

Link for 6th grade fees: https://pcsb.revtrak.net/ms/tarpon-springs-middle/#/v/tsms-6th-grade-fees

Student Fees/Planners:  Please click the following link to purchase planners and pay student fees.  All students will use the school-issued planner as the planners also contain the student’s hall passes.

6^th Grade Fees: https://pcsb.revtrak.net/ms/tarpon-springs-middle/#/v/tsms-6th-grade-fees

7^th Grade Fees: https://pcsb.revtrak.net/ms/tarpon-springs-middle/#/v/tsms-7th-grade-fees

8^th Grade Fees: https://pcsb.revtrak.net/ms/tarpon-springs-middle/#/v/tsms-8th-grade-fees

School Supplies:  The recommended school supplies list is posted on the website and included below.  Please save your receipts in case you need to return items not needed.

School Supply List

6-27-22

Good evening, Spartan Families,

We are in our final week of Summer Bridge, and the students had a great time selecting new books from the Book Bus today! As a reminder, summer hours are still Monday – Thursday, 7:30 am – 5:30 pm.  Someone is available to answer the phone from 8 am to 2 pm each day (M – Th).  If you need to reach the office beyond the 8 am – 2 pm time frame, please email tsms@pcsb.org and we will return your call/email as soon as possible. 

Summer Reading Requirement:  

Sunshine State Book List 

Students will then be expected to choose one of the following assignments and turn it in during the first week of school:

1. Design a simple children’s book.
2. Write a two-page typed script of a key scene of the novel. 
3. Create a simple game and answer key, depicting key information from the text.

Math – Multiplication Facts:  Knowing multiplication facts is necessary for the foundational knowledge of middle grades math.  Therefore, students will be quizzed each day during the first week of school to ensure all students know their 1 - 12 times tables.  Practice, practice, practice over the summer so all students come in ready to succeed!

Attention Rising 7^th Grade Students:  All 7th grade students must have their T-Dap immunization prior to beginning fall classes. Please reach out to your health care provider or the health department to schedule your student’s TDAP if you have not done so already. 

Spartan Camp: Orientation for all incoming 6^th grade students is Monday, August 1st.  One parent/guardian/adult must also attend.  Please only report to your scheduled session.

• Session 1: 8:30 am – 9:45 am – 6th grade students who attended Tarpon Springs Elementary School.
• Session 2: 10:15 – 11:30 – 6th grade students who attended all other elementary schools.
• Session 3: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Rising 7th and 8th grade students new to Tarpon Springs Middle School 

Thank you for all you do to support your student and our school!

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps, Principal 

6-9-22

Good morning, Spartan Families,

Summer Bridge is up and running, and I appreciate getting to know so many of our incoming students. As a reminder, summer hours are Monday – Thursday, 7:30 am – 5:30 pm.  Someone is available to answer the phone from 8 am to 2 pm each day (M – Th).  If you need to reach the office beyond the 8 am – 2 pm time frame, please email tsms@pcsb.org and we will return your call/email as soon as possible. 

Summer Reading Requirement:  

Sunshine State List 

Students will then be expected to choose one of the following assignments and turn it in during the first week of school:

1. Design a simple children’s book.
2. Write a two-page typed script of a key scene of the novel. 
3. Create a simple game and answer key, depicting key information from the text.

Math – Multiplication Facts:  Knowing multiplication facts is necessary for the foundational knowledge of middle grades math.  Therefore, students will be quizzed each day during the first week of school to ensure all students know their 1 - 12 times tables.  Practice, practice, practice over the summer so all students come in ready to succeed!

Attention Rising 7^th Grade Students:  All 7th grade students must have their T-Dap immunization prior to beginning fall classes. Please reach out to your health care provider or the health department to schedule your student’s TDAP if you have not done so already. 

Spartan Camp: Orientation for all incoming 6^th grade students is Monday, August 1st.  One parent/guardian/adult must also attend.  Please only report to your scheduled session.

• Session 1: 8:30 am – 9:45 am – 6th grade students who attended Tarpon Springs Elementary School.
• Session 2: 10:15 – 11:30 – 6th grade students who attended all other elementary schools.
• Session 3: 12: 00 pm – 1:00 pm – Rising 7th and 8th grade students new to Tarpon Springs Middle School 

Thank you for all you do to support your student and our school!

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps, Principal 

6-1-22 - Call and Email

Good afternoon, Spartan Families,

Happy First Week of Summer! I am thrilled to welcome our new Spartan Families and look forward to meeting many of you during Summer Bridge.  Beginning Monday, June 6^th, summer hours are Monday – Thursday, 7:30 am – 5:30 pm.  Someone is available to answer the phone from 8 am to 2 pm each day.  If you need to reach the office beyond the 8 am – 2 pm time frame, please email tsms@pcsb.org and we will return your call/email as soon as possible. 

Report Cards: Digital report cards are available in FOCUS today, June 1^st, 2022.  Printed report cards are available by request only and you must come in person to pick up a printed report card.

Summer Bridge: Summer Bridge kicks off Monday, June 6, 2022.  Student hours are M – Th, 8 am – 2 pm.  Please know lunch is scheduled for the end of the day so non-bus riders may be picked up as early as 1:30 pm.

Summer Reading Requirement:  

Students will then be expected to choose one of the following assignments and turn it in during the first week of school:

1. Design a simple children’s book.
2. Write a two-page typed script of a key scene of the novel. 
3. Create a simple game and answer key, depicting key information from the text.

Math – Multiplication Facts:  Knowing multiplication facts is necessary for the foundational knowledge of middle grades math.  Therefore, students will be quizzed each day during the first week of school to ensure all students know their 1 - 12 times tables.  Practice, practice, practice over the summer so all students come in ready to succeed!

Attention Rising 7^th Grade Students:  All 7th grade students must have their T-Dap immunization prior to beginning fall classes. Please reach out to your health care provider or the health department to schedule your student’s TDAP if you have not done so already. 

Spartan Camp: Orientation for all incoming 6^th grade students is Monday, August 1st.  One parent/guardian/adult must also attend.  Please only report to your scheduled session.

• Session 1: 8:30 am – 9:45 am – 6th grade students who attended Tarpon Springs Elementary School.
• Session 2: 10:15 – 11:30 – 6th grade students who attended all other elementary schools.
• Session 3: 12: 00 pm – 1:00 pm – Rising 7th and 8th grade students new to Tarpon Springs Middle School 

Thank you for all you do to support your student and our school!

Sincerely,

Erin Phelps, Principal