Reminder...8th Grade Fannie May orders are due this Friday, March 7 by the end of the day.
What's happening at MGS? Check out the March Redbird Review: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2462/MGS/5366640/March_Redbird_Review___2_.pdf
Neon Family Fun Night is this Friday 6-8pm! Dress in your brightest colors and join us for some blacklight games, glow craft, neon scavenger hunt, free play & more!
Congratulations to the Trimester 2 Honor Roll and High Honor students.
Reminder Track practice starts today after school. There will be a parent meeting tomorrow March 4 @ 5pm in the Frisk Gym.
t's not too late to get involved this year but also thinking about involvement for next school year. ‼The current executive board positions will ALL be vacated next school year‼
It is important to note:
-Attending a meeting does NOT commit you to anything
-YOU decide your commitment level
-Committee members/chairs are not required to attend every monthly meeting
We'd love to answer any questions or concerns about joining PTO or any of the vacated board seats.
Good Morning! Today for Black History Month, we celebrate Elijah McCoy, an inventor known for his work improving the railroad industry. His invention, the lubricating cup, allowed engines to run smoother and more efficiently, making transportation faster and safer. His contributions were so important that people began asking for the 'real McCoy' to refer to his inventions.
What a great night at MGS! 4th grade recorders and 5th grade band put on an outstanding performance for family and friends! Thank you to all the students and Ms. Trotter for all their hard work!
Today, we recognize Lewis Howard Latimer for Black History Month. Latimer was an inventor and electrician who worked alongside Thomas Edison and Alexander Graham Bell. Latimer made important improvements to the electric light bulb and contributed to the development of early telephone technology. His work has lit up the world in ways in which we still benefit from today.
Neon Family Fun Night is next Friday, March 7th from 6-8pm at MGS! Enjoy crafts, blacklight games, scavenger hunt, and open gym! Small snack and drink provided. No drop-offs.
Band Hoodies for sale. They are $25 payable to Music Boosters. There are 3 different colors available. Please print out order form and return with payment to Ms. Trotter by Wednesday, 3/12.
Today, we celebrate Black History Month with Madam C.J. Walker, a groundbreaking entrepreneur and inventor of hair care products for Black women. Her products helped women feel confident and beautiful, and her success made her the first female self-made millionaire in the United States.
Today for Black History Month we celebrate Lonnie Johnson, an inventor and engineer known for creating the Super Soaker water gun. His invention became one of the best-selling toys of all time, but it's important to remember that Lonnie Johnson was also an engineer who worked on NASA's space missions before becoming an inventor.
Neon Family Fun Night will be Friday, March 7th from 6-8pm at MGS! Enjoy crafts, blacklight games, scavenger hunt, and open gym! VOLUNTEERS are needed to make this night a success. Adults or responsible middle/high schoolers are welcome. Sign up here: bit.ly/FFNNeonNight2025
Kindergarten Registration is coming up! If you have children who will be 5 on or before September 1st, 2025 please stop in the MGS office the week of March 10-14th from 9am-2pm. You can access the registration paperwork through this link: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2462/MGS/2716389/KG_Registration_packet_1_Fillable.pdf
See the flyer on the for more info.
Today for Black History Month we honor Dr. Patricia Bath, and ophthalmologist who invented a laser device used in cataract surgery, which has restored vision to millions of people worldwide. Dr. Bath's groundbreaking work in medicine shows how one person's passion can make a lasting impact on the world.
Today for Black History Month we celebrate the incredible George Washington Carver, an agricultural scientist and inventor who revolutionized farming. He discovered over 300 uses for peanuts and improved crop rotation methods, making agriculture more sustainable and helping farmers grow healthier crops.
Due to a delay at Krispy Kreme we will not have all donuts until 3:45. The Kreme filled and chocolate iced donuts are in transit, so anyone that had these flavors ordered will be delayed until 3:45. Thank you so much for your patience and understanding!
Today for Black History Month we recognize Marie Van Brittan Brown, the inventor of the home security system. In the 1960s, when she was concerned about safety in her neighborhood, she created a system that included a camera, monitor, and remote control to view the outside of her home. Her invention laid the foundation for the modern security systems we use today.
To continue our celebration of Black History Month, we want to celebrate Garrett Morgan, an inventor whose contributions have saved countless lives. Garrett Morgan created an early version of the traffic signal, helping to make our streets safer. He also invented the gas mask, which was used to save lives in hazardous situations like fires and even during wartime.