November 24, 2024 Mustang News
Mustang Families,
This will be a short week as Martin will be closed from Wednesday through Friday for fall break. For those who are traveling, please be safe. We hope you find time to rest and to spend with family and friends.
Missing Assignments/Assessments: All make-up work and assessments are due on December 4th to allow teachers time to evaluate prior to Interim Report week. Students are encouraged to check Canvas and PowerSchool, as well as with their teachers to see what needs to be completed prior to December 4th.
Volunteer Opportunities: Marbles Teen Play Corps is taking applications from December 2nd through January 31st. The TPC program is a great opportunity to build leadership skills and confidence while making a difference in our community through volunteering. More information about applying can be found at marbleskidsmuseums.org and TCP Flyer.
WRAL Voter’s Choice: Martin is a finalist for the WRAL Voter’s Choice Awards for Best Middle School! Consider taking time to vote for Martin (you can vote daily) and help us win Best Middle School. Voting ends on December 11th. Voter’s Choice
From Teresa Barnes: As we move into December, we will collect holiday gift cards for families in need. If you can help, please take a moment to Sign up to Help 🎄 a family in need during the holiday season. Please contact Teresa, tfbarnes@wcpss.net, if you have any questions.
AIG Nominations: The spring AIG nomination window opens on Monday, November 25th. Families wishing to have their students considered for academically gifted identification must complete the nomination form. Contact Ms. Bonham West (rwest2@wcpss.net) with questions. Spring 2025 Gifted Nomination Form
Art Contest: The 2025 North Carolina Aviation Art Contest is open with entries due by January 17, 2025. This year’s theme is “Women with Wings.” Details about age groups, contest rules and prizes can be found on the NCDOT Aviation Art Contest website.
8th Grade Families: Early College applications opened on Monday, October 14th. The application period is October 14 - December 12. Apply online wcpss.schoolmint.com.
School Pictures: Photos by Lifetouch are available and there is still time to view them!. Simply click on the link below and follow the steps from our school’s landing page. If you have questions, you can contact Lifetouch as 877-791-1676 or bwarea@lifetouch.com.
Link to photos: https://my.photoday.com/s/LTBW/41730. For an additional 25% off, use code THANKFUL25
Clubs On The Ranch This Week:
Tuesday: Creative Writing Club, respective lunches in the Media Center
From the PTA:
The PTA newsletter for this week can be found HERE
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~ Ms. Mondora