Middle School News

This session will focus on the Approaches to Learning Skills, Criteria-Related Grading, MYP General Grade Boundaries, understanding MYP report cards and the report card timeline. This session is most helpful for parents who have not attended the session in the past or new parents to the MYP programme. Session will start at 9:00am and be held in the Theatre. 

Thank you for attending our recent Grades 5 and 6 BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Laptop Programme session on October 2nd. We are excited to share the resources from our presentation with you!

It was an introduction to our BYOD programme and how laptops can be used in and out of class. It covered the positive and negative aspects of technology use among youth, the importance of digital literacy and citizenship, and best practices for families to manage technology at home. Ms. Yakachuk and our Learning Technology Service team shared insights on how laptops enhance classroom learning, promote collaboration, and develop essential skills for the digital age.

We have attached the slideshow and additional resources from the session. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification.

Resources:

• Slide deck

• Safer Schools Together Parent Toolkit

• Parental Controls Comparision

Thank you for participating in the Meet the Teacher Curriculum evening. We hope it was a pleasant experience for families engaging with teachers, exploring the curriculum details, and comprehending the academic strategies for your child(ren) this school year.  

We invite you all to Upper School Parent/Guardian Social on Wednesday 23rd between 5:30 to 7:00 pm.   

Last week, Middle School Vice-Principal Jason Cutbill ran an in-person session for parents on the MYP framework and assessment. In case you missed the session, here are the slides. Please reach out to Mr.Cutbill if you have any questions.

Attention Mulgrave students! Get ready for an unforgettable night at our Halloween Dance for grades 8 and 9! Join us for an exciting evening filled with music, dancing, and spooktacular fun on October 24,2024 from 7-9 PM. Enjoy pizza, drinks, and plenty of candy as you show off your best costume! Don’t miss out on the chance to win awesome prizes! Come ready to dance and celebrate the Halloween spirit with your friends!

MS virtual advisor goal-setting conference will be held on Thursday, October 10th between 4:00-6:00 pm.  This is an opportunity for students and families to discuss academic and personal development goals with their child's advisor teacher. This conference is designed to foster communication and collaboration between families and the school to support student success.

Registration is facilitated through the  PTO.  Registration is now open until noon on Thursday, October 10th. Each meeting is scheduled for 15 minutes.  If you can’t find any open spot with your child’s advisor, please contact the teacher directly to arrange a meeting outside the scheduled times.

Please note that Middle School students will get dismissed at 3:30 pm that day(The school bus schedule remains the same).

How To Sign Up in PTO

To sign-up for the Goal-setting conference, please follow these few simple steps. Once you are in the system, you will be able to see customised information for your child(ren). 

You will need to get a PTO system PIN first.

1. Click here to access PTO

2. Click the “Obtain PIN/Password” link on the right-hand side.    The new PIN will be sent to your email address (the same one you use to sign in to SEQTA). The system will tell you if the email is not registered. Please check your alternate email addresses for the PIN, and if you have ongoing issues, contact Carla Donnelly at cdonnelly@mulgrave.com

3. Once you receive your email with the 5-digit PIN you will use this PIN as your password.  The username will be your surname.

4. Return to the login screen or use the PTO app (available in the iTunes and Google Play store) and sign in using your surname name as the "username" and the 5-digit PIN as your "password".

5. Select your desired conference times from those that are available.

• School closure is on Monday, October 14th due to Thanksgiving.

• G9 Immunisation Clinic is held on Wednesday, October 16th from 9:00-12:00 pm

• G7 IDU field trip to Powerhouse at Stave Falls on Wednesday, October 16th(additional information will be shared with families next week)

Regular attendance and punctuality are critical components of student achievement. These habits are not only beneficial for academic success but also crucial in developing life-long positive habits. 

We understand that unforeseen circumstances can occur, impacting school attendance. Below are the guidelines for managing unforeseen circumstances:

1. Students: Please email your teacher for any missed work from the class

2. Parents/Guardians: Parents/Guardians must notify the school about any absences due to unforeseen circumstances by emailing attendance@mulgrave.com. Emails are the sole accepted method for reporting attendance matters; phone calls are no longer accepted.

3. Late Arrivals and Early Departures: Students arriving late or needing to leave early must sign in/out at the Middle School reception with Ms. Jessica Park.