Principal

Steve Seberson

Thomas families, thank you for the gifts and talents that your students bring to school every day.

December is a month to be “compassionate” toward others. We look forward to students demonstrating good character by being kind, appreciative of peers, celebrating good outcomes at school, and through the intentional giving and receiving of positive, constructive words and actions toward one another.

Make note of the following:

• Winter 1 Sports: Girls Basketball, Co-ed Wrestling and Boys’ Soccer. 3:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
• YMCA AYPYN after-school activities – Monday through Thursday with bus transportation home. 3:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
• Dec. 03: Parent Connections Council at the district offices. 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
• Dec. 06: Family Parade Fun Time Opportunity: Families and students are invited to walk in the Lakewood Holiday Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, December 6th. Meet at the Park Lodge Elementary parking lot at 4:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Park Lodge address: 6300 100th St S.W. Lakewood, WA. When you arrive, find Thomas Middle School.  City of Lakewood Holiday Parade website. The parade begins at 4:30 p.m. and finishes at the Lakewood City Hall.
• Dec. 09: Vision/Hearing Screening. 7th Grade.
• Dec. 09: Art Walk in the lobby 5:30 p.m. Student art on display.
• Dec. 09: Orchestra Concert in the Cafeteria. 6:00 p.m.
• Dec. 10: Choir Concert in the Gymnasium. 6:00 p.m.
• Dec. 10: PTSA Meeting in the Library. 5:00 p.m.
• Dec. 11: Vision/Hearing Screening. 7th Grade.
• Dec. 12: Winter Wonderland Dance. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
• Dec. 17: Parent and Principal Coffee and Conversation at 10:15 a.m. Library.
• Dec. 22: January 02: Christmas/Winter Break.
• Jan. 05: Return to school.

Ideas for December gift-giving are books that have values-based themes. Good reading material can provide great 4 Pillar learning and will be positive discussion topics for the whole family.

We often underestimate the power of a smile, a kind word, or a listening ear, all of which have the power to turn a life around.

At Thomas, we embrace the value of educating all students to be lifelong collaborative learners who demonstrate character and leadership. As educators, we believe ALL students can and will be successful.

I hope that December is filled with good and positive outcomes, shared goodwill, and expressions of thankfulness and love toward others and your family.

Principal Steve Seberson