Zoo of Natural Selection - May 11

Dear Pyxis Families,

On Friday, May 11, students from Team Pyxis and Team Aquila will be presenting their projects on heredity, genetics and natural selection. We will be setting up a "Natural Selection Zoo" in the library, where students will present an imagined species and the story of its evolution over time. Your child will be presenting at one of the following times. Your child can tell you whether they are group A or B.

Group B: 9:10 to 9:40
Group A: 9:50 to 10:20

I realize this is short notice; but better late than never, right? If you happen to be free during this time, perhaps you can swing by to check out what these young scientists have been working on.

Thanks!
Nathan Caswell
Team Pyxis
Milton Middle School
ncaswell@mtsd-vt.org
802-893-3230 x611

5/2 Humanities

The culminating celebration of our equality unit was an inspiring end to a powerful unit. Thanks to all for your attendance at the event and your support of your child as he or she explored this somewhat sensitive topic. It was so great to watch the new learning and insights that the students came away with. Thank you also for the feedback around the event itself; it has grown so large that we will need to consider how to use the space and schedule differently next time to better accommodate the crowds.

The students are now moving into a unit on Westward Expansion, being kicked off by our intern, Kim Jones. This unit will help students understand how our identity today was shaped by the idea of Manifest Destiny, and we will explore the effects that the ideals of expansionism have had on our nation's story. Please check in with your child and consult his or her planner for more information on expectations throughout this unit.

8th Grade Boston Trip Update

Dear families,

Boston is fast approaching and we will be having a mandatory meeting on Tuesday, May 15th at 6:00 p.m.  At this meeting we will go over student expectations and what each student needs to bring on the trip.

This Friday, May 4th, we will be having a dance from 6:45 to 9:00.  We hope that your student can attend.  We are looking for students to bring in baked good to sell at the dance.

On Saturday, May 5th, we will be having a car wash from 10:00 - 1:00 at the Four Seasons across the road from the Middle School.

Remember that each student need to complete 3 fund raisers.

Unfortunately, we were not able to raise enough money to see Shear Madness.  So we will be going to the Institute for Contemporary Arts instead.

Wednesday, May 24
7:00 leave Milton
11:00 arrive at Emerson
12:00 eat lunch on the Boston Commons
1:00 Museum of Science
5:15 Pizza at Emerson
7:00 IMAX Movie
8:30 Arrive back at dorms

Thursday, May 25
7:30 Breakfast
9:00 Small groups are exploring Boston
4:00 Dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe
5:30 Institute for Contemporary Arts
8:30 Arrive back at dorms

Friday, May 26
7:30 Breakfast
9:00 Pack Buses
9:30 Walk Freedom Trail
12:30 Boston Harbor Cruise
1:45 Head back to Milton
6:00 Arrive in Milton

Thanks,
Joe

Talent Show This Thursday!

Students within the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades have been working hard to make a talent show happen. The Talent Show will take place on Thursday evening in the MMS/MHS auditorium from 6:30PM to approximately 8:00PM. Admission will be a $3 suggested donation, and all proceeds go to the 8th grade trip to Boston. Please come and cheer our talented kids on tomorrow night, and thank you for your continuing support.

If you have any questions or concerns, please notify either Pete Wyndorf or Amira Bakr.

pwyndorf@mtsd-vt.org
abakr@mtsd-vt.org

Pizza Order Pick Up

The window to pick up Little Caesar's pizza orders will be on Thursday 3/22 from 4:30-6:00pm in cafeteria B.

Carnival and Fire Truck Pull - April 14

Dear Families of Milton Middle School Students,

The third annual Fire Truck Pull and Carnival is happening on April 14th, from 10:00 – 2:00, to benefit the 8th grade trip to Boston. There are many activities planned including carnival games, crafts, music, and food. We are looking for Fire Truck Pull Teams and craft vendors.

If you and nine of your friends or co-worker are feeling strong, create a team to pull a fire truck. To participate in the pull each team needs to raise at least $100. There will be trophies awarded for the fastest pull by a team that is under 18, fastest pull by a team over 18 and the most money raised. The team that raises the most money will also be awarded 10 vouchers for 6” subs from Subway. If you are interested in putting together a team please contact Amira Bakr at 893-3230 ext. 678 or abakr@mtsd-vt.org.

If you are crafty and you would like to sell your crafts, we are selling table space at $30 per booth. You will get to keep all of your profits from the sale of your items. If you are interested or know someone who may be interested, please contact, Joe Smith at jsmith3@mtsd-vt.org or call at 893-3230 ext. 217 by April 6th.

To make this day a success, we are looking for parents and other adults to help us. We will be in need of adults to help cook. If you can assist, please fill out the form below and return it to your student's Advisory Teacher or email me.

Please contact us if you have any other questions at abakr@mtsd-vt.org or jsmith3@mtsd-vt.org or (802)-893-3230 ext 217.

We highly appreciate your help and hope to see you at the carnival!

Sincerely,

Joe Smith
Amira Bakr

8th Grade Boston Reminder

Dear Parents/Guardians,

The final installment for the 8^th Grade Boston trip is due Friday, April 6^th.  At that point, you should have paid a total of $100.  If this is an issue, please contact us and we can make alternative arrangements.  No student will be denied going on this trip due to financial concerns.  April 6^th is also the last day to get a refund if your student will not be going.

The emergency health information form must also be returned by April 6^th.

We still have over $5000 to raise for Boston.  The next big fundraiser is the Fire Truck Pull and Carnival on April 12^th.  We are looking for teams and vendors.  Please contact Joe Smith at 893-3230 ext. 217 or jsmith3@mtsd-vt.org for more information.  More information will follow shortly.

Sincerely,

Joe Smith