Dear Thomas Families,
Time is a precious gift given to all of us, and our middle schoolers greatly benefit from family time as they navigate their understanding of themselves in an often complex and contradictory world. I encourage you to have meaningful family discussions that help your student explore and internalize important words such as Lifelong Learning, Collaboration, Character, and Leadership.
This summer, consider discussing the following question: How can your time together as a family make a difference to your child’s personal growth and life achievements?
These conversations can foster a deeper connection and support your child's development into a well-rounded individual. Your involvement and guidance can have a profound impact on their personal growth and future success.
Summer Office Hours:
Office closed Monday, July 01 – July 31.
Office opens Thursday, August 01.
Office hours are 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday – Friday
Jumpstart for 6th grade students:
A Jumpstart information survey have been emailed to 6th grade student families for our Thomas Jumpstart Camp. Jumpstart is on Monday, August 5th, and Tuesday, August 6th beginning at 8:45 a.m. and ending at 12:45 p.m. each day. Breakfast and lunch will be provided as well as bus transportation. 6th- grade Jumpstart is intended to welcome and prepare students for middle school by introducing them to our Titan School Culture and help students learn the skills needed to be academically and socially successful.
Summer learning for all students:
It’s important for your middle schooler to read over the summer. Brain science research tells us that, second only to the first five years, middle school is a period of rapid brain development.
This summer encourage your student to visit the Pierce County Library Link below and/or have your student find a book of interest and have them read a minimum of 30 minutes a day.
https://summerreading.pcls.us/
Back to School Information Day:
We are excited to invite you to visit Thomas Middle School on Monday, August 26th! This is a wonderful opportunity for students and families to:
- Tour the school
- Turn in fall sports physicals and paperwork
- Pick up class schedules
- Meet PTSA members
- Sign up to Volunteer
- Try out Orchestra and Band instruments
- Pay ASB fees
- Information about after school Titan Center/YMCA programs and activities
- Enjoy a free BBQ lunch
Leadership students will be providing support for new students and running fun games and contests. Please note that our formal Open House will take place in September, where you can meet all teachers and staff.
The first day of school is Wednesday, August 28th. Our school day begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. Thomas offers core subjects, many elective classes, and after-school programs, including a full sports program, all designed to create a safe and successful school experience for your child.
Our summer character word is “Friendship.” We encourage you to partner with us over the summer to discuss the meaning of this important word and how friends play a significant role during the adolescent years.
We will keep you informed regarding important school information and dates so that students can plan to have a great school experience this year. We are also thankful for those who are serving in the military and appreciate their service.
Wishing you a wonderful and enriching summer!
Principal Steve Seberson