Timothy EdwardsMiddle School

• Attention eighth grade students:  You will need to turn in your Chromebook tomorrow, June 12.  Your Chromebook, case, charger and power cord should be returned in good condition.  Please remove all stickers and make sure your Chromebook is fully charged before turning it in.  You will be billed if there is physical damage to the Chromebook or missing items such as the power cord and charger.  If you purchased insurance, please note that it covers accidental damage, not lost items or intentional damage.   

• GOOOOOAAAAAALLLLLLLL! Hey soccer fans - Do you want to take your game to the next level?  If so, join Mr. Chandler and Mr. S this summer for Cougar Soccer Camp the last week of July.  In order to attend, please sign up through the Rec Department.  If you have any questions please see Mr. Chandler and Mr. S for more information.  Improve your game this summer at Cougar Soccer Camp!

• There are still openings for TEPEE camp for those of you that are interested. If you love playing games like pinguard, nukem, handball and basketball to name a few, this camp is just for you! Sign up through the rec department or see Mrs. Giaccone for more details. This camp starts June 24th.

• Attention all Orchard Hill Alumni, OH is looking for student volunteers for their upcoming end of the year party. Volunteers are needed for the snow cone and popcorn machine, face painting, and fake tattoos stations. The party is from 6-8 this Friday. If interested in volunteering for this fun event, please see Mrs. Edwards in room 261. 

• Anyone interested in playing soccer at South Windsor High next year that didn't attend last weeks meeting? Go to room 255 and talk to Coach Lepak. There is still time to sign up!

• Today for lunch... In the Create line you can have Chicken Nuggets, in the Grill line you can have Chicken Crispy Chicken Club, and in the On the Go line you can have your choice of deli sandwiches.  Have a great day, do your best and remember to always strive for 5!                     

• Attention all Track and Field athletes: Our party will be held after school tomorrow until 4 PM.  There will be NO late buses that tomorrow, so please arrange transportation on time.  6th graders, please bring a dessert.  7th graders, please bring drinks. And 8th graders, please brings some snacks to contribute to the party.  Also, please wash your uniform jersey, shorts and jacket and deliver them to your head coach in Room 261 or 262 before the day of the party! See you there!

• GOOOOOAAAAAALLLLLLLL! Hey soccer fans - Do you want to take your game to the next level?  If so, join Mr. Chandler and Mr. S this summer for Cougar Soccer Camp the last week of July.  In order to attend, please sign up through the Rec Department.  If you have any questions please see Mr. Chandler and Mr. S for more information.  Improve your game this summer at Cougar Soccer Camp!

• There are still openings for TEPEE camp for those of you that are interested. If you love playing games like pinguard, nukem, handball and basketball to name a few, this camp is just for you! Sign up through the Rec Department or see Mrs. Giaccone for more details. This camp starts June 24th.

• Attention all Orchard Hill Alumni: OH is looking for student volunteers for their upcoming end of the year party. Volunteers are needed for the snow cone and popcorn machine, face painting, and fake tattoo station. The party is from 6-8 pm this Friday. If interested in volunteering for this fun event, please see Mrs. Edwards in room 261. 

• Anyone interested in playing soccer at South Windsor High next year that didn't attend last weeks meeting? Go to room 255 and talk to Coach Lepak. There is still time to sign up!

• Attention eighth grade students:  You will need to turn in your Chromebook on Wednesday, June 12.  Your Chromebook, charger and power cord should be returned in good condition.  Please remove all stickers and make sure your Chromebook is fully charged before turning it in.  You will be billed if there is physical damage to the Chromebook or missing items such as the power cord and charger.  If you purchased insurance, please note that it covers accidental damage, not lost items or intentional damage.   

• The GSA gay straight alliance will meet this afternoon in Mrs Zauggs room 323. 

• Today for lunch... In the Create line you can have Cheese Stuffed Breadsticks, in the Grill line you can have Chicken Philly Cheese Steak, and in the So Deli line you can have your choice of deli sandwiches.  Have a great day, do your best and remember to always strive for 5!

•  Attention eighth grade students:  You will need to turn in your Chromebook on June 12.  Your Chromebook, charger and power cord should be returned in good condition.  Please remove all stickers and make sure CB is fully charged before turning it in.  You will be billed if there is physical damage to the Chromebook or missing items such as the power cord and charger.  If you purchased insurance, please note that it covers accidental damage, not lost items or intentional damage.   

• Attention all Track and Field athletes!  Our party will be held after school tomorrow after school until 4 PM.  There will be NO late buses that tomorrow, so please arrange transportation on time.  6th graders, please bring a dessert.  7th graders, please bring drinks. And 8th graders, please brings some snacks to contribute to the party.  Also, please wash your uniform jersey, shorts and jacket and deliver them to your head coach in Room 261 or 262 before the day of the party! See you there!

• GOOOOOAAAAAALLLLLLLL! Hey soccer fans - Do you want to take your game to the next level?  If so, join Mr. Chandler and Mr. S this summer for Cougar Soccer Camp the last week of July.  In order to attend, please sign up through the Rec Department.  If you have any questions please see Mr. Chandler and Mr. S for more information.  Improve your game this summer at Cougar Soccer Camp!

• Today for lunch... In the Create line you can have Soft Tacos, in the Grill line you can have Crispy Chicken Club, and in the On the Go line you can have your choice of deli sandwiches.  Have a great day, do your best and remember to always strive for 5!   

• Attention any girls who signed up to stay after for volleyball or field hockey should go home on their regular bus today.  Names will be passed on to the high school coaches so that you can get information over the summer regarding tryouts. 

• The following students should report to room 135 at the end of announcements and see Mr. Edwards to receive their thank you gift from the American Heart Association: Victoria Atwood, Katelyn Baumgartner, Ryan Beger, Josh Bruce, Ray Darling, Will Greiner, Kaylie Guerrera, Ava Magarian, Amy Moffitt, Caroline Perkins, Jason Soloperto, Fatima Tamanna, Drew Torres, and  Amber Zeng.

• Attention all Track and Field athletes!  Our party will be held after school this Friday, June 7th until 4 PM.  There will be NO late buses that day, so please arrange transportation on time.  6th graders, please bring a dessert.  7th graders, please bring drinks. And 8th graders, please brings some snacks to contribute to the party.  Also, please wash your uniform jersey, shorts and jacket and deliver them to your head coach in Room 261 or 262 before the day of the party! See you there!

• GOOOOOAAAAAALLLLLLLL! Hey soccer fans - Do you want to take your game to the next level?  If so, join Mr. Chandler and Mr. S this summer for Cougar Soccer Camp the last week of July.  In order to attend, please sign up through the Rec Department.  If you have any questions please see Mr. Chandler and Mr. S for more information.  Improve your game this summer at Cougar Soccer Camp!

• This is a friendly reminder that all TE library materials are due back today. Students and staff, if you see any stray TE library books in the hallways or in your classrooms, please return them to the LMC. Your assistance is greatly appreciated.  Thanks, Mrs. Longo.

• Today for lunch... In the Create line you can have Spaghetti with Meatballs, in the Grill line you can have Philly Cheese Steak, and in the So Deli line you can have your choice of deli sandwiches.  Have a great day, do your best and remember to always strive for 5!                    

• Good morning TE, Last night I was honored to attend the Ct. Association of School’s Scholar Leader Banquet.  This awards ceremony honors two students from each middle school in Connecticut.  To qualify for the award, students must display a high grade point average and be leaders in their school community.   Both students who received this award not only display a strong sense of school community, they truly live and model our core values.  Please join me in congratulating Molly Frank from Cobalt Team and Colin Turer from Pacific Team.  Colin and Molly you make TE proud! Have a great day everyone, do your best and ALWAYS STRIVE FOR FIVE plus ONE!

• The TE baseball team lost a tough championship game yesterday to Ellington by a score of 14 to 9.  The Cougars fell behind early, but fought back the entire game.  Leading the way was Ben Balducci with a single and 2 doubles, Peyton West with 2 singles and 2 RBI, Brayden Dill with 2 singles and one RBI, and Jaden Glatt with 2 singles and 2 RBI.  TE finishes the season with a 10 and 3 record.  

• This is a reminder that the South Windsor High School Fall coaches will be here after school tomorrow (Wednesday, June 5th). Coaches will give information on tryout dates, summer workouts, and will answer any questions you may have.  If you intend to tryout for a Fall sport at SWHS please make every effort to attend.  If you have not signed up please see one of the PE teachers.    

• Attention all Track and Field athletes!  Our party will be held after school this Friday, June 7th until 4 PM.  There will be NO late buses that day, so please arrange transportation on time.  6th graders, please bring a dessert.  7th graders, please bring drinks. And 8th graders, please brings some snacks to contribute to the party.  Also, please wash your uniform jersey, shorts and jacket and deliver them to your head coach in Room 261 or 262 before the day of the party! See you there!

• GOOOOOAAAAAALLLLLLLL! Hey soccer fans - Do you want to take your game to the next level?  If so, join Mr. Chandler and Mr. S this summer for Cougar Soccer Camp the last week of July.  In order to attend, please sign up through the Rec Department.  If you have any questions please see Mr. Chandler and Mr. S for more information.  Improve your game this summer at Cougar Soccer Camp!

• This is a friendly reminder that all TE library materials are due back on Wednesday, June 6th. Students and staff, if you see any stray TE library books in the hallways or in your classrooms, please return them to the LMC. Your assistance is greatly appreciated. Thanks, Mrs. Longo.

• Today for lunch... In the Create line you can have French Toast Sticks, in the Grill line you can have Turkey Corn Dog, and in the On the Go line you can have your choice of deli sandwiches.  Have a great day, do your best and remember to always strive for 5!

• Attention TEMS students and staff...the TE baseball team will be playing in the League Championship game today at Rotary Field in South Windsor at 3:45 pm.  Please wish the team good luck and come out to support the Cougs!!!

• This is a reminder that the South Windsor High School Fall coaches will be here after school this Wednesday June 5th. Coaches will give information on tryout dates, summer workouts, and to answer any questions you may have.  If you intend to tryout for a Fall sport at SWHS please make every effort to attend.  If you have not signed up please see one of the PE teachers.  

• Attention all Track and Field athletes!  Our party will be held after school this Friday, June 7th until 4PM.  There will be NO late buses that day, so please arrange transportation on time.  6th graders, please bring a dessert.  7th graders, please bring drinks. And 8th graders, please brings some snacks to contribute to the party.  Also, please wash your uniform jersey, shorts and jacket and deliver them to your head coach in Room 261 or 262 before the day of the party! See you there!

• GOOOOOAAAAAALLLLLLLL! Hey soccer fans - Do you want to take your game to the next level?  If so, join Mr. Chandler and Mr. S this summer for Cougar Soccer Camp the last week of July.  In order to attend, please sign up through the Rec Department.  If you have any questions please see Mr. Chandler and Mr. S for more information.  Improve your game this summer at Cougar Soccer Camp!

• This is a friendly reminder that all TE library materials are due back on Wednesday, June 6th. Students and staff, if you see any stray TE library books in the hallways or in your classrooms, please return them to the LMC. Your assistance is greatly appreciated.  Thanks, Mrs. Longo.

• ALL TE Students, there is still time to sign up for VOLLEYBALL Night this Thursday, June 6th. Registration forms will be accepted until today. Sign up as an individual or register an entire team to play from either 3 PM - 5 PM or 6 PM - 8 PM. Forms are available in the main office or see Mr. Smith-Horn in room 358. 

• The girls softball team played their final game Friday. The team took a 4-2 lead into the fourth inning with Maggie Poulin starting the rally with a hit followed by Gabby Ryan, Ava Shasha and Lylah Henneman. Sienna Hart and Taylor Nisyrios also added hits. Kennedy middle school ended up taking the lead and never gave it up. The play of the day was catcher Sienna Hart throwing to Aricka Bousa at third base to throw out a potential base stealer. Congratulations to the girls on a fine season.

• Today for lunch... In the Create line you can have Chicken Nuggets, in the Grill line you can have Turkey Dog, and in the So Deli line you can have your choice of deli sandwiches.  Have a great day, do your best and remember to always strive for 5!                     

• Tomorrow is the last day of our spring spirit week. Lets do our best to show our school spirit for Friday by dressing up for Sports Day -  so come dressed to show off your favorite sports team (college or pro). Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow.

• If you have BOX TOPS at home, please bring them to school so we can raise money for our PTO.  This money is used to fund field trips and other fun activities here at school.  Box Tops can be submitted to Mrs. Ruschmeier in room 314.  

• The collection for the food bank has been extended thru the end of this week! You have until Friday morning to donate a non-perishable item to help South Windsor families in need. The collection is being sponsored by the South Windsor Public Works department. Please help our community by bringing in some items and placing them in the bin located in the TEMS lobby. Items needed include snacks, juice boxes, cereal, rice, pasta, sauce, soup, canned fruit and toiletries. So remember to help our neighbors by supporting the S.W. Food Bank. Thank you!

• The softball team played their best game of the year yesterday in the field and with the bats in an 11-5 victory over Tolland. The offense was led by Sienna Hart scoring 4 runs and getting 2 hits and Ava Shasha getting 3 hits. Sarah Kayam, Taylor Nisyrios, Lylah Henneman, Maggie Poulin, Aricka Bousa and Adrianna Peruccio all had hits. Leading the defense with outstanding plays were Lily McCully, Gabby Ryan, Adrianna Peruccio and a game ending catch by Ava Shasha. The girls play their last game on Friday. 

• This is a friendly reminder that all TE library materials are due back on Wednesday, June 6th. Students and staff, if you see any stray TE library books in the hallways or in your classrooms, please return them to the LMC. Your assistance is greatly appreciated.  Thanks, Mrs. Longo.

• GOOOOOAAAAAALLLLLLLL! Hey soccer fans - Do you want to take your game to the next level?  If so, join Mr. Chandler and Mr. S this summer for Cougar Soccer Camp the last week of July.  In order to attend, please sign up through the Rec Department.  If you have any questions please see Mr. Chandler and Mr. S for more information.  Improve your game this summer at Cougar Soccer Camp!
  
  
• The TEMS baseball team defeated Tolland on a cool and dreary Wednesday afternoon by a score of 9 to 3.  Ben Balducci picked up his fourth win of the season on the mound for the Cougars.  Offensively, Balducci helped his own cause with 3 singles and 2 runs scored.  Sam Pines doubled and had 2 RBI and Colin Heslin, Peyton West and Brayden Dill each had RBI singles for TE.  The win gives the Cougs a record of 9 wins and 2 losses.  They now have sole possession of first place in the CRAL.  TE finishes off its season at home today against JFK.  Come out to support the team!!!

• Today for lunch... In the Create line you can have Sloppy Joe, in the Grill line you can have Philly Cheese Steak, and in the So Deli line you can have your choice of deli sandwiches.  Have a great day, do your best and remember to always strive for 5!       

• Are you ready to show your school spirit? Tomorrow is Decades/Throwback Day- dress with a touch of the sixties, seventies, eighties or nineties. Friday will be Sports Day -  so come dressed to show off your favorite sports team (college or pro). Looking forward to seeing everyone dressed in the days' theme!!

• If you have BOX TOPS at home, please bring them to school so we can raise money for our PTO.  This money is used to fund field trips and other fun activities here at school.  Box Tops can be submitted to Mrs. Ruschmeier in room 314.  

• The collection for the food bank has been extended thru the end of this week! You have until Friday morning to donate a non-perishable item to help South Windsor families in need. The collection is being sponsored by the South Windsor Public Works department. Please help our community by bringing in some items and placing them in the bin located in the TEMS lobby. Items needed include snacks, juice boxes, cereal, rice, pasta, sauce, soup, canned fruit and toiletries. So remember to help our neighbors by supporting the S.W. Food Bank. Thank you!

• TEPEE camp is back! Do you like PE class or like to exercise?  Well, TEPEE camp is for you! TEPEE camp will be held the week after school ends from 8:30 am to noon, June 24th through June 28th.  If you are interested, you can sign up online through the recreation department. See Mrs. Giaccone for more information.

• Good morning TE, this is a friendly reminder that all TE library materials are due back on Wednesday, June 6th. Students and staff, if you see any stray TE library books in the hallways or in your classrooms, please return them to the LMC. Your assistance is greatly appreciated.  Thanks, Mrs. Longo.

• The GSA, Gay-Straight Alliance, will meet after school today, May 29th in Mrs. Zaugg's room, Room 332. All are welcome to attend! We look forward to seeing you!

• Today for lunch... In the Create line you can have Chicken Nuggets, in the Grill line you can have Turkey Hot Dog, and in the So Deli line you can have your choice of deli sandwiches.  Have a great day, do your best and remember to always strive for 5!       

• Are you ready to show your school spirit?  Well spirit week is this week. Tomorrow is Disney Day - wear your favorite Disney t-shirt or Disney hat. Next up on Thursday is Decades/Throwback Day- dress with a touch of the sixties, seventies, eighties or nineties.  Finally, Friday will be Sports Day -  so come dressed to show off your favorite sports team (college or pro). Looking forward to seeing everyone dressed in the days' theme!!

• If you have BOX TOPS at home, please bring them to school so we can raise money for our PTO.  This money is used to fund field trips and other fun activities here at school.  Box Tops can be submitted to Mrs. Ruschmeier in room 314.  

• On Saturday, select members of the boys and girls track team competed at the State Championship against the best track athletes from all over CT. The boys team finished 7th out of 34 clubs and teams.  The girls team finished 20th overall.  Ben Tortora moved into 10th place in TE history with his 800 run.  Many athletes had Top Ten finishes at the meet. Wyatt Cote finished 9th in the 200.  Jaden Sinclair was 9th in the Shot Put. Jessica Pollack was 10th in the 100.  Jack Stricker was 4th in Discus.  Kaitlyn Baumgartner finished 9th in the High Jump and 3rd in the 4 by 100 with Sidney Montana, Arden Sansom and Jess Pollack.  Ares Savvides finished 6th in the 1600. Alexia Lilly finished 5th in the 55 Hurdles. And the top 400 runner in the state is Sam Meleshenko with a time of 54.20, which moves him to 2nd all time in TE history.  He also earned gold with the 4 by 400 team of Ares Savvides, Kyle Sullivan and Hakim Montgomery.  All athletes competed at a high level and represented Timothy Edwards proudly! Thanks for a great season track team!

• TEPEE camp is back! Do you like PE class or like to exercise?  Well, TEPEE camp is for you! TEPEE camp will be held the week after school ends from 8:30 am to noon, June 24th through June 28th.  If you are interested, you can sign up online through the recreation department. See Mrs. Giaccone for more information.

• Today for lunch... In the Create line you can have Black Bean Burgers, in the Grill line you can have Spicy Chicken Sandwich , and in the So Deli line you can have your choice of deli sandwiches.  Have a great day, do your best and remember to always strive for 5!

• Are you ready to show your school spirit?  Well spirit week is almost here!  Starting next week on Tuesday, May 28th we will have the following themes for Spirit week:
  

Tuesday, May 28th will be – Red, White, Blue Day- show off your patriotic self.  
Wednesday, May 29th its Disney Day – wear your favorite Disney t-shirt or Disney hat.
Thursday, May 30th is Decades/Throwback Day- dress with a touch of the sixties, seventies, eighties or nineties.
Friday, May 31st will be College/Sports Day –  so come dressed to show off your favorite sports team (college/pro).

Looking forward to seeing everyone dressed in the days’ theme!!

• In celebration of National Public Works Week, the South Windsor Public Works department will be collecting non-perishable items for the S.W. Food Bank. Please help our community by bringing in some items and placing them in the bin located in the TEMS lobby. Items needed include snacks, juice boxes, cereal, rice, pasta, sauce, soup, canned fruit and toiletries. So remember to help our neighbors by supporting the S.W. Food Bank. Thank you.

• The Timothy Edwards baseball team improved to 7 wins and 2 losses on the season with a convincing 14 to 4 victory over East Hartford at Orchard Hill Park.  TE had a balanced offensive attack, scoring 3 in the 2nd and 5 runs in both the third and fourth innings. The Cougars were led by Ben Balducci with 2 hits including a double and RBI and Mike Foran and Joey Russo with a double and RBI each. Jaden Glatt, Colin Heslin and Andrew Goulet each singled and had an RBI. Russo picked up the win on the mound. The Cougs head to Windsor today to play Sage Park.  

• The softball team beat East Hartford in a come from behind victory by a score of 10-8. The offense was led by Lylah Henneman with three hits including 2 bombs deep in the outfield for doubles. Iris Wen scored three runs, Ava Shasha had  two hits including the game winning hit. Aricka Bousa , Gabby Ryan, Grace Benashski, Iris Wen and Sienna Hart each contributed with a hit apiece. On the mound Taylor Nisyrios pitched a complete game striking out ten and allowing only four hits. With runners on base in the last inning Gabby Ryan made the catch of the day, to end the game.

• TEPEE camp is back! Do you like PE class or like to exercise?  Well, TEPEE camp is for you! TEPEE camp will be held the week after school ends from 8:30 am to noon, June 24th through June 28th.  If you are interested, you can sign up online through the recreation department. See Mrs. Giaccone for more information.

• ATTENTION: All students from trimester 1 and 2 who had Ms. Gravell for art this year should come down to room 123 to pick up their clay projects during first and second period on Friday!

• If you have BOX TOPS at home, please bring them to school so we can raise money for our PTO.  This money is used to fund field trips and other fun activities here at school.  Box Tops can be submitted to Mrs. Ruschmeier in room 314.  

• Attention TE!  There are still copies of the 2018-2019 edition of Out of the Blue available for purchase.  Copies are $5 and are available in room 312 in the Garnet hallway.  Join the awesome ranks of students like Isabella Millan and Lylah Henneman who have already supported our magazine and our initiatives to expand next year.  We appreciate the support!

• Attention all Timothy Edwards Band Members; please bring study materials with you to class today and report directly to the auditorium.

• Today for lunch... In the Create line you can have Chicken Parmesan, in the Grill line you can have Chicken Bacon Cheddar Melt, and in the So Deli line you can have your choice of deli sandwiches.  Have a great day, do your best and remember to always strive for 5!