Subject: SFS MS Tuesday Letter 5-8-12
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Date: Mon, 07 May 2012 23:30:00 -0400

Tuesday - May 8, 2012

		

		

		 

					

								From the School
                                
                                This Week's Query

	How is Simplicity measured in a community?
Notes from Sally

	Assembly: &ldquo;Bag It&rdquo;

	Parents of all current sixth graders are invited to the Transition Meeting on Wednesday night at 7:30 in the Drama Studio. Please come at 6:45 to meet and help welcome families who are new to the grade.

	There is a transition meeting next Wednesday, May 16th for families new to 6th grade only. Current parents need not attend, although we know that some will be coming for the welcome reception!

	All 7th and 8th graders will be participating in Service Activities this Thursday. Please be on the lookout for permission slips and return them promptly.

	Please plan to bring your child to the Dance Marathon THIS FRIDAY! This is really going to be a special, memorable event filled with terrific food, games, activities, music, Pinkberry yogurt, and of course dancing! Young patients from Children&#39;s National Medical Center will be there to join in the fun and inspire our students. This is a rare opportunity for all MS students to come together for a wonderful service opportunity and show themselves what they can do together to help others who need their help.

	The entire Middle School will be engaged in service activities on the morning of May 24th. One of the activities we will be doing that day is packaging toiletries for donation. If you have extras around the house, please send them in before May 24th! There is a basket in the office.

	Parents of 8th graders: you have received an email about PE/Athletics sign ups for next year. Registration is open from May 15th &ndash; 22nd. Please contact the PE office if you have questions. Current 6th graders will sign up for sports during their regular PE times in the next week or two.

	First Grade teachers Virginia Singer and Ellie Lash are retiring at the end of the school year after 60+ years of combined service. Their current first graders are putting together special scrapbooks for each of them. They would like to make the scrapbooks more meaningful with notes and thoughts from former students. If your child was in Mrs. Singer and/or Mrs. Lash&#39;s class, encourage them to take a moment to write a nice note to each of them. They can include favorite memories from first grade and best wishes. Blank note cards for students are available in the Middle School Office and may be returned there when completed. Parents, if you have fond memories of Virginia and Ellie, you may write your own notes and return them to the Middle School office or email your messages to First Grade Room Parents Jenifer Panner ([email-masked]) or Scott Montgomery ([email-masked]). Thanks for helping celebrate these two wonderful teachers.
Instrumental Music Notes

	5/6 String Ensemble and Knighting Ceremony Handchime Choir:   Wednesday rehearsal period Rm. 101

	7/8 Full Orchestra: Wednesday rehearsal period Rm. 101

	Jazz/Rock Band:  Thursday 3:45-5:15 Rm. 101

	7/8 Full Orchestra Mandatory tech rehearsal:  Monday May 21st 3:30-5:30 Arts Center (refreshments provided)
Choral Music Notes

	Monday, May 7th:  Girls Ensemble 3:45-5:30

	Tuesday, May 8th:  2:30-4:30 Boys Ensemble

	Wednesday, May 9th:  Boys Ensemble 7:25, 8th grade classes and Believe group during rehearsal period 12:55-1:50. Girls Ensemble, 8th grade classes and Believe Group 3:30-5:30

	Friday, May 11th:  Small Group 3:30-5:30
News from the Nurse

	This is a gentle reminder that if you have not done so already, please login to the Magnus Health Portal to begin completion of your child(ren)&rsquo;s Vital Health Record and download health forms for their upcoming physical appointments. All health forms are on the Magnus Health portal. If you have not received your login information for Magnus Health, you must contact their support desk as soon as possible. Call toll free 1-877-461-6831.

	Back-to-School Health Form Guidelines for DC Campus Students

	Physical Evaluation Form:
	&bull; All students must have a physical exam within the 2012 calendar year. If the student&rsquo;s birthday or appointment falls between September and December, a parent may request a note from the pediatrician stating the student is &ldquo;cleared to participate in sports/attend school&rdquo; and include the date the new physical exam is scheduled.
	&bull; Upload this note to the Magnus Portal under the Physical Evaluation Form link. In addition, you are still required to submit the Physical Evaluation Form once the appointment has occurred.
	&bull; No student will be allowed to participate in any school-related activities including preseason sports, academic classes, rehearsals, etc. if the School does not have the appropriate form on file with Magnus.
	D.C. Department of Health Immunization Requirements: Please note the latest immunization schedule: click here.

	Please consult with your pediatrician to discuss options. If you choose to have your child(ren) opt out, please note that you are required to submit proof of exemption as follows:

	&bull; For the HPV vaccine required for all girls entering 6th &ndash; 8th grade, make sure that you have completed the HPV opt out form posted on the Magnus Portal.

	&bull; For all other immunizations, ensure the doctor has completed either Sections 2 or 3 on the 2nd page of the DC Health Form.

	&bull; Or complete the Religious Exemption Form on the Magnus portal for all other religious or personal reasons.

	If you have any further questions, please contact: Middle/Upper School Health Care Coordinator, Jasmin Whitfield at 202-537-8130 or [email-masked]

							
								PA Announcements
                                
                                Volunteer now to help edit next year's Tuesday newsletter!

	The Tuesday letter is produced by a team of MS parents.  We are looking for parents to help out next year.  For more information, please contact Helen Saxenian ([email-masked]).

							
								Other News 
                                
                                Events for Student Scholarships:  3rd Annual Tour de Friends, May 20, 9 AM!

	Join us for glorious day of bike riding and friendship in Rock Creek Park to raise money for student financial aid on Sunday, May 20th, 9 AM. Your participation includes rides of varying distances to be followed by food, drink, music, and plenty of give-a-ways! Register today to help make this event a success! For more information and how to register...
 Read MoreKick-off summer by playing in the Sidwell Friends School Golf Tournament!

	The event will be Monday, June 18, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at Kenwood Country Club. Join fellow parents, teachers and alumni for a great day of golf while raising money for student financial aid. We welcome players of all levels and we encourage you to bring your family for a great day of golf and fun. Your afternoon on the course will be followed by a cocktail reception and award ceremony.
 Read MoreParent Association 2012-2013 Roster

	The slate for the 2012-2013 Parents Association Steering Committee Roster has been drafted and is available for all parents to view in The Parents Association portal of the Sidwell website.  The direct link is:  http://www.sidwell.edu/parents/parents-association/pa-roster/pa-roster-2012-13/index.aspx  .  Per the by-laws of the Parents Association, this slate is being made available to the entire parent body to view before these candidates are officially named into their positions.  If you have any questions or comments, please email Allison Tierney [email-masked] or Kathi Webb [email-masked]  before Sunday, May 13th. 
Proposed Change to PA By-laws

	The Parents Association (PA) is proposing a change to the PA by-laws.  Changing the by-laws requires a written notice to all members  of the Parents Association.  Following this notification, the by-laws change may be enacted by a consensus of the PA All School Committee.  The proposed change is to Article X: Nominations, Slate Selection, and Appointments and involves striking the phrase &quot;who are not simultaneously serving in any other capacity on the All-School Committee&quot; from the first sentence in Section 1. 
 Read MoreCommunity Service Corner

	Change in Community Service Meeting Date:  There is no meeting this Wednesday, May 9.  Our final meeting will be on Wednesday, May 23 at 8am, Alumni Lounge, lower level of Zartman House.

	8th Grade Hangout:  Parents, ask your kids about veggie chopping for Martha&#39;s Table at Friday&#39;s hangout! 

	7/8 Service Day This Thursday:  We encourage you to have a conversation with your child about their service experience this week.
Quaker Quotes

	&quot;The discipline of listening is the genius of Friends.&quot;
	  -Doug Bennet,Past President of Earlham College

	&quot;One cannot really Listen and do anything else at the same time.&quot;
	  -M. Scott Peck

	 
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									 Calendar

									

												
												
	Wed, May 9th 
		
				Rising 7th Grade Parent Meeting 
				
				MS Drama Studio
				7:30pm - 9:00pm

				

	Thu, May 10th 
		
				7/8 Service Day 

				

				

	Fri, May 11th 
		
				8th grade hangout 
				
				Wannan Gym
				3:30pm - 5:00pm

				

		
				MS Benefit Dance 
				
				US Dining Room
				6:00pm - 10:00pm

				

	Sat, May 12th 
		
				5th grade parent potluck 
				
				Off-Campus
				7:00pm - 9:00pm

				

	Mon, May 14th 
		
				PA End of Year Transition meeting 
				
				US Dining Room
				6:30pm - 9:00pm

				

	Tue, May 15th 
		
				PA Athletic Committee Meeting 
				
				Athletic Center Meeting Room
				7:45am - 9:00am

				

		
				7th grade hangout 
				
				Wannan Gym
				2:00pm - 3:30pm

				

	Wed, May 16th 
		
				Rising 6th Grade Parent Meeting (new families only) 
				
				MS Drama Studio
				7:30pm - 9:00pm

				

	Fri, May 18th 
		
				5th grade hangout 
				
				Wannan Gym
				3:30pm - 5:00pm

				

		
				US Play 
				
				AC Theater
				8:00pm

				

	Sat, May 19th 
		
				US Play 
				
				AC Theater
				8:00pm

				

	Sun, May 20th 
		
				US Musical / Play 
				
				AC Theater
				2:30pm

				

	Tue, May 22nd 
		
				Rising 7th Grade Transition Meeting 
				
				US Dining Room
				7:45am - 9:00am

				

		
				6th grade hangout 
				
				Wannan Gym
				2:15pm - 3:45pm

				

	Wed, May 23rd 
		
				PA MS Community Service meeting 
				
				Alumni Lounge
				8:00am - 9:00am

				

		
				7/8 Choral and Instrumental Concert 
				
				AC Theater
				7:00pm

				

	Thu, May 24th 
		
				PA Arts Committee Meeting 
				
				US Library Board Room
				7:30pm - 9:00pm

				

	Mon, May 28th 
		
				Memorial Day - No School 

				

				

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									Athletics

									

                                                
												
	Mon, May 7th 
		
				Softball - 7/8 A vs. St. Stephen's & St. Agnes 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Boys 7/8 A vs. Flint Hill 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls 7/8 A at National Cathedral School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 B at Bullis 

				2:45pm - 3:04pm

				

		
				Softball - Junior Varsity at Holton-Arms 

				4:15pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Boys Junior Varsity vs. Maret School 

				4:30pm

				

		
				Track & Field - Boys Varsity vs. B Championships  

				4:30pm

				

		
				Track & Field - Girls Varsity vs. B Championships  

				4:30pm

				

		
				Softball - Varsity vs. Flint Hill 

				5:30pm

				

	Tue, May 8th 
		
				Softball - Varsity vs. Madeira 

				4:15pm

				

		
				Softball - Junior Varsity at Madeira 

				4:15pm

				

		
				Tennis - Boys Varsity at Flint Hill 

				4:30pm

				

		
				Tennis - Boys Junior Varsity vs. Flint Hill 

				4:30pm

				

		
				Baseball - Varsity at Flint Hill 

				4:30pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Boys Varsity vs. Maret School - MAC Tournament  

				5:30pm

				

	Wed, May 9th 
		
				Lacrosse - Boys 7/8 A vs. Mater Dei 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 B at St. Stephen's & St. Agnes 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls 7/8 B at St. Stephen's & St. Agnes 

				2:45pm

				

	Thu, May 10th 
		
				Baseball - 7/8 A at Landon 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Boys 7/8 B at Georgetown Day 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Tennis - Boys 7/8 at Landon 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls 7/8 B at Georgetown Day 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 A at Holy Child 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls 7/8 A vs. Holy Child 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Tennis - Boys Varsity vs. Potomac School 

				4:15pm

				

		
				Tennis - Boys Junior Varsity at Potomac School 

				4:15pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls Varsity vs. Bullis 

				4:30pm

				

		
				Baseball - Junior Varsity at Potomac School 

				4:30pm

				

		
				Baseball - Varsity vs. Potomac School 

				5:30pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Boys Varsity vs. MAC Tournament 

				5:30pm

				

	Fri, May 11th 
		
				Track & Field - Girls Varsity - ISL Championships 

				
				5/12/2012

				

				Track & Field - Boys Varsity - MAC Championships 

				
				5/12/2012

				

				Softball - Varsity vs. ISL Tournament 

				5:30pm

				

	Sat, May 12th 
		
				Crew - Club (Girls) vs. VASRA Champoinships - Varisty only 

				

				

		
				Tennis - Boys Varsity vs. MAC Tournament 

				8:30am

				

		
				Baseball - Varsity vs. MAC Tournament 

				10:00am

				

		
				Softball - Varsity vs. ISL Tournament 

				11:00am

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls Varsity vs. ISL Tournament  

				3:00pm

				

	Sun, May 13th 
		
				Softball - Varsity vs. ISL Tournament  

				1:00pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls Varsity vs. ISL Tournament 

				3:00pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Boys Varsity vs. MAC Tournament 

				3:00pm

				

	Mon, May 14th 
		
				Baseball - 7/8 A vs. St. Stephen's & St. Agnes 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Boys 7/8 A at St. Stephen's & St. Agnes 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Tennis - Boys 7/8 at St. Stephen's & St. Agnes 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 A at Potomac School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 B vs. Potomac School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls 7/8 A at Potomac School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls 7/8 B vs. Potomac School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Baseball - Varsity vs. MAC Tournament 

				5:30pm

				

	Wed, May 16th 
		
				Softball - 7/8 A vs. Maret School 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Baseball - 7/8 B at St. Stephen's & St. Agnes 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Boys 7/8 B vs. St. Stephen's & St. Agnes 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls 7/8 B vs. Stone Ridge School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls Varsity vs. ISL Tournament 

				5:30pm

				

		
				Baseball - Varsity vs. MAC Tournament 

				5:30pm

				

	Thu, May 17th 
		
				Lacrosse - Girls Varsity - Rain Date 

				

				

		
				Baseball - 7/8 B vs. St. Albans 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Tennis - Boys 7/8 at St. Albans 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Track & Field - Girls 7/8 vs. Stone Ridge School - Meet 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Track & Field - Boys 7/8 - Sidwell Meet 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 A vs. Stone Ridge School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls 7/8 A at Stone Ridge School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 B at Potomac School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Baseball - Varsity vs. MAC Tournament Rain Date 

				5:30pm

				

	Fri, May 18th 
		
				Crew - Club (Girls) vs. Stotesbury Cup Regatta  

				
				5/19/2012

				

	Mon, May 21st 
		
				Baseball - 7/8 A vs. Potomac School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Boys 7/8 A vs. Potomac School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Tennis - Boys 7/8 at Potomac School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 A at Holton-Arms 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 B at Holton-Arms 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls 7/8 A at Holton-Arms 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls 7/8 B vs. Holton-Arms 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Track & Field - Boys 7/8 vs. IAC/MAC Championships 

				2:45pm

				

	Wed, May 23rd 
		
				Baseball - 7/8 A vs. St. Albans 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Baseball - 7/8 B at Potomac School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Boys 7/8 B at Potomac School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 A at National Cathedral School 

				2:45pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 B vs. National Cathedral School 

				2:45pm

				

	Thu, May 24th 
		
				Track & Field - Girls 7/8 vs. ISL Championships 

				2:24pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Boys 7/8 B vs. St. Albans 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Tennis - Boys 7/8 vs. Georgetown Day 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 A at Georgetown Day 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Softball - 7/8 B at Georgetown Day 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls 7/8 A vs. Georgetown Day 

				2:30pm

				

		
				Lacrosse - Girls 7/8 B at Holy Child 

				2:45pm

				

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