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SEMINOLE MIDDLE SCHOOL PTA

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Message From The President

We are looking forward to a great school year. This year has started off well. Mr. Lechner and his staff are working hard to make our school one we are all proud of. The PTA has been working also to assist the staff in any way possible. In order to do this we need volunteers. Just a couple of hours can make a big difference in the lives of our students. One of the goals of the PTA this year is to increase communication with parents and teachers and let them know what the PTA actually does for our school. Welcome back breakfast for the teachers Organize and staff the Fall Bookfair Sally Foster Fund Raiser Sends out the weekly school activity calendar Purchases agendas for each SMS student Sells school locks at open house and orientations Provided volunteers for the open house and orientation Provides volunteers to staff the school store during lunch periods Budgets and raises funds for numerous school activities and needs These are just a few of the activities the PTA participates in for the school. We are also exploring new ways to raise money in these trying economic times. We hope to start the following silent fund raisers. Box Tops Newspaper recycling (located on the south side of the school) We also hope to collect copy / printer paper for the school. Paper takes up a great deal of the schools budget. We hope to collect paper to offset that expense.Simply joining the PTA shows your support for our school and our children.I look forward to meeting all of you. Glen Smith SMS - PTA President BOARD

PTA Board

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To contact any member of the Board, please click on their name PRINCIPAL: Tom Lechner TEACHER REP: John Gluck VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR: Valerie Harrah HOSPILITALITY: Solveig Frings LEGISLATIVE:OpenWEEKLY CALENDAR: Valerie Harrah PUBLICITY: Gail Trask BOOKFAIR:Cynthia CroseSTUDENT ADVOCACY/PROGRAMS/SCHOOL STORE: Mary Lorigan PRESIDENT: Glen Smith 1st VP - MEMBERSHIP:Christine Burris2nd VP - WAYS AND MEANS: Liz Hirschfield 3rd VP - AWARDS AND HONORS: Open SECRETARY: Erika Meade TREASURER: Vickie Miller 6th GRADE REP: Tracy Tolliver 7th GRADE REP:Cathy Demuth8th GRADE REP: Janine Rezabek Liz Hirschfield

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CALENDAR

WEEKLY CALENDAR

The SMS Weekly Calendar of Eventsis sent out via e-mail every week-endto all SMS parent's that request it.The contents of this calendar are taken fromSEMINOLE MIDDLE SCHOOL'S staff calendarand placed in a parent friendly form.All e-mail calendars are sent out Bcc to protect your privacy.If you would like to receive this calendar, please e-mail to:SMS.PTACALENDAR_TAMPABAY.RR.COM1. Your last name2. Your preferred e-mail address3. Your child(ren)'s grade level

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3/22/10Links

Links

Pinellas County Schools Web SiteNational PTA Web SitePTA MagazinePCS Facts2009-2010 School BoardSchool Assignment OptionsPinellas County Schools' CalendarReport Card Distribution DatesFCAT scheduleSeminole Middle School Web SiteFlorida PTA Web SiteUnited HealthcareStudent InsuranceDress CodeCode of Student Conduct HandbookHomework HelplineSchool MenusCrime Stoppers of Pinellas CountyVolunteer FormMiddle School ActivitiesParticipation Form Field Trip/ActivitiesPermission Form NEWS

News We Can Use

FREE Immunization Clinic Today, we are all looking for ways to improve our health and that of our families, Immunizations remain one of the best and most effective ways to protect ourselves from many serious diseases. Many major medical organizations, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American Academy of Family Physicians, recommend vaccinations/immunizations for children as they enter school and then booster updates as they enter adolescence and even into adulthood. Some diseases (like polio and diphtheria) are becoming very rare in the U.S. as a result of immunizations, smallpox has been eradicated. For the school year 2010-2011, there is a State of Florida immunization requirement for 7th grade. Students entering (or attending) 7th grade will be REQUIRED to have a Tdap (tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis) prior to attending class. Remember no shot no school next August. The Department of Health will be holding an Immunization Clinic at Seminole Middle School on April 15, 2010 for students who need Tdap or any other recommended boosters. There will not be a charge for the shots. If you have any questions please contact the school nurse, Ms. Field _ 547-4520.Join

Join the PTA

What is PTA? Why join PTA? The number one reason to join the Parent Teacher Association is to benefit your child. In doing so, you also help your school. But there are many more PTA advantages: Get Connected. Theres no better way to know whats happening in your school.Discover Great Resources. The PTA offers a variety of programs designed for parents as well as students.Tap into a Network. PTA functions are opportunities to meet other parents and teachers, building rapport and discussing issues that are on your mind. You an share ideas, concerns, and experiences. Watch Yourself Grow. By volunteering with your PTA, you put your skills and hobbies to use for a noble causeyour child and all children in the community.Speak Up. PTA can be a way for you to more effectively suggest change at your childs school.Witness Improvement. By getting involved at your childs school youll be part of the solution, helping make positive changes. Local PTAs play an important role in fundraising to provide building improvements, curriculum-based programs, and social events.Be a Role Model. By becoming a PTA member, youll be demonstrating to your child the importance you place on education.Membership is only $5.00 and forms are located in the Seminole Middle School front office. Thank you!8th Grade News

8th Grade News

8th Grade Field DayWednesday, May 26th10:00 am - 3:00 pm8th Grade Yearbook Signing & BreakfastThursday, June 3rd1st & 2nd Period8th Grade Celebration DanceFriday, June 4, 20106pm - 9pmCommons / CafeteriaTickets are $10.00 Cash or checks acceptedPlease make checks out to SMS PTA Tickets will be on sale during 3rd lunch on Monday, Wednesday & Friday 5/10 - 6/4& Before school 9:00 AM to 9:40 AM on Friday's - 5/14, 5/21, 5/28 & 6/4Volunteer Page

VOLUNTEER PAGE

Check out the new Volunteer Bulletin Board locatedin the front office above the Volunteer sign in computer.Volunteer opportunities are posted every week.Volunteers needed for 8th gradeEnd of the Year ActivitiesWednesday, May 26thField DayThursday, June 3rdBreakfast/Yearbook SigningFriday, June 4th8th Grade CelebrationContact Janine Rezabek or Liz Hirschfield at ninirez_tampabay.rr.com Volunteer FormTo Volunteer Please ContactValerie HarrahSMS PTA Volunteer Coordinator atSMS.PTAVolunteer_tampabay.rr.comWhen volunteering at SMS, please remember to sign in and out on the Volunteer computer located in the front office. Thank you!Box Tops

Box Tops

Raise money for our School!Simply look for the Box Tops for Education labels on all sorts of grocery products ranging from General Mills cereals, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Hamburger Helper, Yoplait, Huggies, Ziploc, Cottonelle and Kleenex products. Cut or tear the label from the box (be sure the expiration date is readable) and send it in to your first period teacher in an envelope or bag. Its as easy as that!Each month the winning class will receive a Free Pass to the Head of the Lunch Line and will be featured on the SMS Morning Show. Check back regularly to see which class won and to monitor our progress!www.boxtops4education.comTo monitor our progress go to boxtops4education website and click on the Progress link from the Home Page and enter our zip code: 33776Click on Seminole Middle School April Box Top winner - Ms. Barnes class!For a complete list of participating products, visit: http://www.boxtops4education.com/earn/clip/Brands.aspx

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Our main objectives are:

To support and speak on behalf of students and youth in our school and community.

To help SMS parents get the information they need to connect with the school and it's programs.

To encourage parent and public involvement in our school.

Our Next General Meeting:

Tuesday May 11, 2010SMS Media Room 5:30 PMCome Join Us!Voting on 2010-2011 PTA Officers, Committee Chairs and Budget Committee. Also voting on what to do with remaining monies from 2009-2010 budget.Seminole Middle School 8701 131st Street, Seminole FL 33776727-547-4520Page 0

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