Peek of the Week 3-16-15

MEADS MILL PATRIOTS
Peek of the Week
Week of March 16, 2015
Meads Mill Phone: 248-344-3700
Attendance Line: 248-344-3999, Option 2
Meads Mill Mission Statement
Our mission is to challenge all students to become active, compassionate, life-long global learners through
a rigorous and comprehensive curriculum which promotes creativity and problem-solving during the
transition from elementary to high school through a partnership of staff, families, and our community.
Reminders
March 16 – NWEA Testing – 7th Grade Reading
March 17 – NWEA Testing – 7th Grade Reading
St. Patrick’s Day – Wearing of the Green!
March 18 – Patriot Pitstop is open from 7:50 – 8:10 am (lobby)
March 19 – PTA Meeting – 9:15 am – Pit
6th Grade Band Concert – 5:30 pm
7th Grade/Jazz Band Concert – 7:00 pm
“Wearing of the Green!” to support Maybury Farm – Tuesday, March 17
It’s that time of year! St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner. On Tuesday, March 17, Meads
Mill will continue the tradition of “The Wearing of the Green!” to support the animals at Maybury
Farm. Remember, wear green on Tuesday and donate $1 to support the animals at Maybury Farm.
We will also be selling green shamrock beads before school for $1. Thank you!!
Congratulations to our Meads Mill Academic Games Teams!
Ten of our 6th graders (seven from Meads and three from Hillside) did an amazing job at
the 41st State Tournament in Grand Rapids. Our two teams played five games against 40
other teams from all over Michigan. The Pie Face team (Jeffrey Y., Oliver W., Ahmad R.,
Andy J.) are state champs in Propaganda, Equation, Onsets, and WFF. The Mockingjays team (Aarti S.,
Vaishvi S., Abhinav A.) are state champs in WFF, fifth in Propaganda, sixth in President, Division first in
Onsets, and Division third in Equation. Great job everyone! The AG National tournament will be held in
Orlando, Florida, April 24-27.
NHS Middle School Cheer Clinic
The NHS Cheer Program is offering a Stunt and Tumble Cheer Clinic for girls in grades 5 – 8.
Clinic dates are March 16, 23 and 30, from 4:30 – 6:30 pm in the NHS Cafeteria.
Registration at the door is $60. See the attached registration form for more information.
Northville Middle School Pompon Tryouts
Open to all girls attending Meads Mill or Hillside in Fall, 2015. No previous experience
necessary. Tryouts will be held at Cooke School on March 31, April 1 & 2. See the flyer on
the Meads webpage. Questions? Contact Marianne Tucker at 248-345-5584.
Middle School Hockey Camp - Northville Hockey Information
Middle school camp - March 16 – 19 from 4:00 PM – 4:50 PM @ Novi Ice Arena
March 20 - Middle school scrimmage from 6:00 PM – 7:20 PM @ Novi Ice Arena
Boys Prep Tryout for both Orange and Black Teams - March 23, 24, and 26 - 3:30 pm at Suburban Ice
Arena.
Please click on the following links for more information.
http://www.northvillehockey.org/
http://www.northvillevarsityhockey.org/index.php
Thank you in advance,
George Onofrio
President – Northville Hockey Boosters
248-345-0231
Attention 6th grade girls - Volleyball and Basketball Intramural Registration has
Begun!
6th grade girls will be able to work on skills and play games related to both basketball
and/or volleyball. Participants can attend any or all of the sessions.
WHEN: Starting March 16. See the calendar below.
HOW: 1. Fill out and return registration form to Ms. Melvin
2. Come dressed to play after school—bring snack and water
WHY: To have fun and learn how to play volleyball & basketball. The purpose of this
program is to introduce you to the sports.
ATTENDANCE: 3:00 to 4:30 pm (come to all or part). Come to one or all of the dates
available. It is very flexible.
COST: None
COACHES: Ms. Laura Melvin, Ms. Kate Woodrich & Ms. Angie Phillips
QUESTIONS: Contact Meads Mill PE teacher Ms. L. Melvin melvinla@northvilleschools.org
BASKETBALL
Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Monday
Tuesday
VOLLEYBALL
Wednesday
3/25
Thursday
3/26
Friday
3/27
Monday
3/30
Tuesday
3/31
Wednesday
4/1
3/16
3/18
3/19
3/20
3/23
3/24
CALENDAR
Events:
March 16:
March 17:
March 21:
March 23:
March 24:
March 27:
NWEA Testing – 7th Grade Reading
NWEA Testing – 7th Grade Reading
St. Patrick’s Day!
Patriot Pitstop is open from 7:50 – 8:10 am (lobby)
PTA Meeting – 9:15 am – Pit
6th Grade Band Concert – 5:30 pm
7th Grade/Jazz Band Concert – 7:00 pm
NEF’s - A Night for Northville - Spring Break Bash (21 & older) – 8 pm – 12 am – Northville Square
**NWEA Testing – 7th Grade Math (changed from March 19 & 20)
**NWEA Testing – 7th Grade Math (changed from March 19 & 20)
Third Quarter Ends
Sports:
March 16:
March 18:
Girls Basketball – Meads Mill v. Frost (A) – 7th grade – 4:00 pm; 8th grade – 4:00 pm
Girls Basketball – Meads Mill v. Hillside (at High School) – 7th gr. – 4:00; 8th gr. – 5:15 pm
March 18:
March 19: