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2017-2018 Cheer InformationTryout dates: August 1, 2, 3 Time: 9:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m. (bring a lunch)
Location: old MPMS
Mandatory Parent and Cheerleader meeting: July 31st—6:30 p.m. at the old MPMS in the auditorium
All paperwork can be found on the MPMS Athletics page. All paperwork, including an updated physical MUST be turned in at the Parent meeting to be able to tryout.
If a parent and the cheerleader are not present, you will not be allowed to tryout.
Camp: August 5th—9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Location: MPHS (Auxiliary gym)
New for 2017-2018
Cheerleading tryouts will be conducted over a 3 day period. On the first two days, candidates will practice arm positions, jumps, and learn two chants and a dance. A review of the material and stunt practice will take place on the third day. During these 3 days, candidates will practice showmanship and performances of the material they have learned.
* Though judges may be brought in daily during tryouts to evaluate candidates, Cabarrus County Schools’ policy states that the use of outside evaluators is NOT mandated and the coach has final discretion on who makes the team. Judges will not be used for the 2017-18 season.
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Dedication Ceremony
Superintendent Chris Lowder and the Cabarrus County Board of Education will celebrate the opening of the new Mount Pleasant Middle School during a dedication ceremony on Sunday, August 20th.
Parents, staff, students and the community are invited to attend the dedication ceremony.
The ceremony will begin at 3 p.m. and will be held at 466 Walker Road, Mount Pleasant.
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Open House
August 23, 4:30-6:30 pm
Pick up schedules and meet the teachers
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2017-2018 Cheer Information
Congratulations to the following students for being selected as cheerleaders for the new school year!
MPMS CHEERLEADERS – 8th Grade
Caelan Benjamin
Makayla Bouchelle
McKenna Buckwell
Clair Dickinson
Brennah Hill
Ashlynn Kepley
Maggie Meade
Elizabeth Miller
Lillian Rogers
Emily Saxman
Emma Shaul
Trinity Stegall
Riley Tyson
MPMS CHEERLEADERS – 7th Grade
Kayla Aston
Alexis Barbee
Olivia Benton
Megan Condie
Kirsten Ferguson
Angel Fisher
Samantha Helms
Maddie Lavook
Brylee Love
Maddie Rogers
Addison Sepesi
Trinity Stegall
Riley Tyson
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Mrs. Bass Recognized by Explore LearningCongratulations to Mrs. Sharon Bass, 8th grade math teacher, for receiving an award from Explore Learning for high class usage of the Gizmos Science Online Resource. She was one of seven CCS teachers recognized for having the highest usage in the county. Pictured are Ms. Hoyle, Assistant Principal; Mrs. Garner, CCS Curriculum and Global Education Coordinator; Mrs. Bass; the representative from Explore Learning; and Mr. Farrar, Principal. Way to go Mrs. Bass!
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October 30
Picture Make Up Day
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First Nine Weeks Honor Roll Luncheon
Please check in with the front office, and meet your child outside the cafeteria. Please remember that food brought in from outside may not be taken into the cafeteria.
Congratulations to the students who made the A/AB Honor Roll for the first nine weeks. To celebrate this honor we would like to invite parents to have lunch with their child Thursday, November 9th, during their lunch time. You can bring lunch such as fast food, food from a restaurant, pack your lunch or just enjoy the time sitting with your child and their friends in the atrium or the outside aresa.Thank you for your support, and enjoy this time with your student. It is an honor to be able to celebrate with MPMS students and the recognition of Work for Success that our PAWS represent.
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Thanksgiving Service ProjectMt. Pleasant Tigers are participating in our 10th annual Thanksgiving Service Project. The students and staff at MPMS are putting together turkey dinners for families in our community that are in need. The dinners consist of a frozen turkey, trimmings, vegetables, drinks and dessert. If you are able donate a few items for others in need, please choose items listed below:
stuffing boxes canned corn
gravy packets non-perishable dessert (cake mix and icing)
instant mashed potatoes macaroni and cheese
cranberry sauce several packs of tea
green beans candied yams
If you are donating items, please have your child bring their items to the gym in the mornings or you may drop off items at the school office. All items need to be turned in by November 15th.
Thank you and have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!
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MPMS 2017-18 Spelling Bee Winners
Congratulations to Sydney, a 7th grade student in Mr. Williamson's room, for winning our school Spelling Bee on Thursday, November 30. Also, congratulations to Jason, a 6th grade student from Mrs. Barrier's room, for being first runner up. Sydney will represent our school at the district spelling bee on January 10th at 7pm at Winkler Middle School. We are very proud of these students!
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7th Grade Renaissance Fair Field Trip
On behalf of the Seventh Grade teachers, Mr. Williamson and Mr. Newsome would like to thank all of the volunteers and bus drivers that chaperoned our recent trip to the Renaissance Fair. Despite the heat and crowd, we believe it was a great time for our students. Your service for our students is greatly appreciated by MPMS.
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First Nine Weeks Honor Roll LuncheonCongratulations to the students who made the A/AB Honor Roll for the first nine weeks. To celebrate this honor we invited parents to have lunch with their child on Thursday, November 9th, during their lunch time. They could bring lunch such as fast food, food from a restaurant, pack a lunch or just enjoy the time sitting with their child and their friends in the atrium or the outside aresa.
Thank you for your support, and we hope you enjoyed this time with your student. It is an honor to be able to celebrate with MPMS students and the recognition of Work for Success that our PAWS represent.
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County Fair Fun
Mount Pleasant Middle School's new agriculture program students and FFA members worked the milking booth fundraiser at the Cabarrus County Fair. Students enjoyed teaching people about where our milk, cheese, and ice cream come from. They also got to learn about how to work a milking machine and safety around cattle. For more pictures go to our Facebook page.
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We would like to invite the parents of all students who make the A or A/B Honor Roll to a reception on Friday, February 16th. Here is a copy of the invitation given to the eligible students with their report cards.
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MPMS COOKIE DOUGH SALE
Each student has received the Gourmet Cookie Brochure containing selections of the most popular flavors of both Tubs and Pre-portioned Gourmet cookies. Place all orders on the back of the brochure and make sure student's first and last names with homeroom teacher are on the form. Collect money at the time of the order and turn in together. Checks should be made out to Mt. Pleasant Middle School. All orders and money are due back on February 22.
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Cookie Dough Pick Up Information
When: Thursday, March 22, from 4-7pm
Where: Auxiliary Gym
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Soil and Water Speech WinnersWater: the cycle of life is the theme for the 2017-2018 Soil & Water Conservation speeches. We had three students at Mt. Pleasant Middle make it to the county competition on January 25th. Each speaker did an amazing job and represented MPMS well. The students were judged on the content of the speech (message, originality, organization, use of facts/analogies/descriptions) and speaking skills (voice/diction, style, body language). Gavin Shoe took home third place for the county; Addison Klttz is the county runner-up; and anthony Stephenson is the first place student who will continue to regional competition in March. Congratulations to all three students!
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Dear Parents,
If you signed up for your FREE Energy Kit through the My Energy Kit Challenge, thank you! We reached the 100 sign-up challenge and won $250—and we want to keep going. For every additional 100 sign-ups we get, we’ll win another $250. And if by December 31, we have the most kit sign-ups, we’ll win the grand prize of $2,500! Please help us out by signing up for your FREE Energy Kit and crediting our school. Go to MyEnergyKit.org or call 1-855-386-9548.
Please note: Duke Energy provides one free kit per household every 36 months. If you’ve received a FREE kit before, you might be able get another one. Even if you can’t yet get another kit, your sign-up will still help our school!
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Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office Summer Camps for KidsRising 6th - 8th grade students are invited to participate in the annual summer camp sponsored by the Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office Youth Development Division.
Camp Dates and Location:Week 1: June 18-22 at Mt. Pleasant Middle School, 466 Walker Road, Mt. PleasantWeek 2: June 25-29 at Hickory Ridge High School, 7321 Raging Ridge Rd, HarrisburgCamp activities will include Lessons and Presentations on topics such as: Cyber Safety, Communication Skills, Safety Education, and many more. The lessons will be led by Deputies from the Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office. All are current School Resource Officers and work with children on a daily basis. Activities will also include games, field trips, group activities, safety lessons, and much more.Cost for Camp: $40.00 (fee covers activity costs)Snacks will be provided at no cost to camp participants. Each participant must provide their own bag lunch.The camp will be limited to 40 participants. The spaces will be filled by the first 40 to return the camp registration. You will receive a confirmation if you are accepted to the camp. The camp is open ONLY to rising 6th-8th grade students in Cabarrus County schools. Adult supervision provided at ALL times by Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office. All campers will be responsible for their transportation to and from camp location.Please fill out thisregistration form and return to the address below as soon as possible:Cabarrus County Sheriff's OfficeAttn: Youth development DivisionPO Box 525Concord, NC 28025Please do not send money or checks for the camp fee. The camp fee will be collected the first day of camp. Camp fees have to be paid in cash.
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Leader in MeMt. Pleasant Middle School is now a part of The Leader in Me Lighthouse School community. We have the opportunity to positively impact thousands of children and we have no doubt that we will excel at this important challenge. Beginning with the 2017-18 school year, students and teachers will participate in training of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Everyone is looking forward to this with great anticipation!
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Congratulations to Mrs. Cheryl Widenhouse for receiving her 25 Year Pin of Service to Cabarrus County Schools. Mrs. Widenhouse is our Data Manager and has spent all 25 years at Mt. Pleasant Middle School. She was recognized at the Retirement and 25 Years of Service Banquet at the Speedway Club on Monday, April 30th. Way to go Mrs. Widenhouse!
