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Page 1: Activity Handbook - North Allegheny School District€¦ · Lacrosse (Girls) Intramural Sports pages 13 Music pages 14-15 Band Chorus Choral Ensemble Jazz Ensemble Orchestra String

Activity Handbook

2014/ 2015 School Year

Marshall Middle School

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Academics pages 1-3 After School Achievement Program (ASAP)

American Math Contest 7 (AMC 7)

American Math Contest 8 (AMC 8)

Civil War Week Junior Classical League (JCL)

National Academic League (NAL)

National French Exam

National Latin Exam

Spelling Bee

Art page 4 Central Board Room Display

Service Act/Fund Raisers pages 5-6 Scholastic Book Fair

Box Tops

Canned Food Drive

Pasta for Pennies

The Caring Place

Clubs page 7

Book Club/ Popcorn & Paperbacks

Newspaper

Technology Student Association (TSA)

Club Sports page 8 Ice Hockey

Inline Hockey

Lacrosse (Boys)

Interscholastic Sports pages 9-12

Baseball

Basketball (Boys)

Basketball (Girls)

Cheerleading

Cross County

Football

Soccer (Boys)

Soccer (Girls)

Softball

Track

Volleyball (Girls) Wrestling

Field Hockey

Lacrosse (Girls)

Intramural Sports pages 13

Music pages 14-15 Band

Chorus

Choral Ensemble

Jazz Ensemble

Orchestra

String Ensemble

Service Jobs pages 16 Counselor Aides

P.A. Announcers

Stage Crew

MMS Student Activities

Table of Contents

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Student Government page 17 Student Representatives

Student Council Student Council Committees: Grades 6, 7,8

Budget Committee

Dance Committee

Spirit Committee

Staff Appreciation Committee

Student Interest pages 18-19 Diversity Contest

Girls Overnight Leadership Development (GOLD)

Mini-Course Day

School Dances

School Spirit Day

Talent Show

Contact Information pages 20-22

Table of Contents

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Academics

After School Achievement Program Students who need help with homework will find it here. This is an after school

homework club for students who need extra support to complete homework. A

referral and parent permission are a prerequisite.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: after school on Monday and Wednesday -3:05 until 4:20

Where: Library Classroom

Sponsor: Ms. Shannon Connor/Mr. Dan Knorr

American Mathematics Contest (AMC) The Mathematics Department provides students an opportunity to compete with

students in Pennsylvania and around the United States. The AMC math contest

is offered to students in advanced classes during the school day in November.

Civil War Week Civil War Week is a premier, immersion program for students to experience Civil

War topics through re-enactments, simulations, guest speakers and special programs

with costumes.

Grade: 8

Fees/Expenses: none

When: February 25—February 28

Sponsor: Mr. M. Murslack/Mrs. T. Devlin

Grades: 7 and 8

Fees/Expenses: none

When: Tuesday, November 18th

Sponsor: Mr. D. Williams

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Academics

Junior Classical League (JCL) This is a youth organization sponsored by the American Classical League. It promotes

the classical values of the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome by exploring their

cultures and celebrating their festivals and historical milestones. Students participate, at

an additional cost, in the state and national conventions where a variety of activities

(academic testing, declamation contests, athletic events, arts & crafts projects) take

place.

Grades: 8th grade Latin students

Fees/Expenses: $7.00 for JCL membership

When: 3rd Tues. Of each month, 7:00 –8:30 PM

Where: NAI cafeteria

Sponsor: NA I—Latin Teacher/Ms. Beth Block

National Academic League (NAL) NAL is a nationally sponsored academic competition. Schools all over the country compete

locally with the same bank of questions. Then regional winners compete with other teams

around the country in single-elimination matches that finally determine a national winner.

Students must be well-versed in literature, geography, history, mathematics, vocabulary, and

current events. The MMS team competes against Carson and Ingomar Middle Schools, and

this year, the schedule is expanding to include matches against the newly-formed team from

West Allegheny Middle School.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: team shirt

When: practice begins in Nov. with competitions in Jan. and Feb.

Sponsor: Mr. D.Williams

National French Exam Students seeking extra enrichment in the French language and culture may

participate in this exam. The Grand Concours (National French Exam) is an extremely

challenging competition that takes place nationwide each March.

Grades: 8th

Fees/Expenses: $7.00 entry fee

When: March

Sponsor: TBD

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Academics

National Latin Exam This test is sponsored by the American Classical League and the National Junior Classical

League. It is available to Latin students across the US, Australia, Belgium, Canada, England,

Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Republic of Niger, Switzerland and Zimbabwe. It is offered in

different levels from Introduction to Latin (8th grade) to Latin V-VI (AP Latin). The test

contains forty multiple choice questions relative to grammar, vocabulary, derivatives,

mythology/history and culture appropriate for each level.

Grades: 9th— 12th

Fees/Expenses: None

Spelling Bee Top spellers in each grade are identified in English classes. These students then participate in a school wide spelling bee. The school champion will go to the University of Pittsburgh

to compete in a regional competition.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: School competition in the MMS auditorium in January.

Pittsburgh Post Gazette competition in March

Where: preliminary in English class, school wide bee in auditorium Sponsor: Mr. D. Williams

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Central Board Room Display Each year Marshall Middle School has the opportunity to display student work in the

Board Room at the District’s Central Offices. Student projects and posters, as well as

paintings, sculptures, and other works of art represent the outstanding achievement and

talent of Marshall Middle School students.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: May

Where: North Allegheny Central Office Board Room Sponsors: Mrs. D. Kline/Mrs. S. Carson

Art

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Service Activity/Fund Raisers

Grades : 6th—8th

Fees/Expenses: price of book

When: February

Where: Library Classroom Sponsor: Mr. J Prince/Mrs. S Bayer

Grades : 6th—8th

Where: collected all year long in homerooms

Sponsor: Mr. J Prince/Mrs. S Bayer

Scholastic Book Fair Marshall Middle School Book Fair will be held October 27th—October 31st.

Proceeds of the book fair are used for author visits.

Box Tops The Box Tops for Education Clip program allows us to earn cash for our school every time you buy groceries. Save Box Tops coupons from hundreds of General Mills prod-ucts throughout the grocery store. Each Box Tops coupon you clip and send to school is worth 10 cents. Each homeroom has an envelope where he/she can deposit their Box Tops. Monies from this program go to buy additional students resources. Begin saving

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Service Activity/Fund Raisers

Pasta for Pennies Students collect pennies (positive points) in their containers while placing silver

coins (negative points) in other grade level containers. Proceeds go to a charity.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: during lunch period

Where: cafeteria Sponsor: Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

Canned Food Drive Students will voluntarily ask residents to donate canned foods, which will be distrib-uted to needy families through local food banks.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: November

Sponsor: Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

Caring Place Students do Blue Day (National Greif Awareness Day) they also fundraise for the Car-ing Place because it is a local and helps students in our area.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: Fall/Spring

Sponsor: Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

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PAGE 7 Book Club/Popcorn & Paperbacks The Book Club is open to all students who enjoy reading and would like to talk about

books with others. Students are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to

share books and foster the love of reading!

Grade: 6th / Book Club

Fees: Expenses none

When: Once a month during lunch. Packing lunch is suggested.

Where: MMS Library Sponsor: Mr. J. Prince

.Newspaper Student Paper at Marshall Middle School, SPAMM, reflects the ideas of the students,

staff and community at Marshall Middle School. It is published once every nine weeks.

SPAMM gives the opportunity for writers, artists, and photographers to express

themselves in a school-wide paper.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: meets during Activity Period

Where: Cafeteria Sponsors: Mrs. M. Moschetta

Clubs

Technology Student Association (TSA) This is an international organization that operates at Marshall Middle School as a club for students with an interest in technology activities: computer aided drafting/design, Delta

Dart design and gliding, radio controlled transportation, etc. Club sessions are organized

to prepare for competition in these areas at local, state and national levels

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: depends on the activity

When: Activity Period

Where: Room 31

Sponsors: Mr. N. Vorrasi/Mr. M. Kohler

Grades : 7th & 8th/ Popcorn & Paperbacks

Fees: Expenses none

When: Selected dates every marking period after school.

Where: MMS Library

Sponsors: Mr. J. Prince

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Club Sports

Ice Hockey This is a club sport with competition between schools. Students from Ingomar,

Carson, and Marshall Middle Schools form one team The participants are taught the

fundamentals of ice hockey.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: $400+

When: winter

Where: Bladerunners Coach: TBD

Inline Hockey This is a club sport with competition between schools. Students from Ingomar, Carson,

and Marshall Middle Schools form one team The participants are taught the

fundamentals of inline hockey.

Grades: 7th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: When: winter and spring

Where: Island Sports Center

Coaches: TBD

Lacrosse (Boys) Practices are held three days a week. Students from Ingomar, Carson, and Marshall

Middle Schools make up two teams and play other area middle school teams.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: TBD

When: spring

Where: Marshall Middle School and NASH Stadium Coach: TBD

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Basketball (Girls) Girl’s basketball is an interscholastic athletic program with competition

between middle schools in the WPIAL. MMS has 7th and 8th grade teams.

Girls receive instruction in basketball fundamentals and game situations.

Grades: 7th - 8th, girls

Fees/Expenses: none

When: Mon. - Fri. after school, times vary. Tryouts begin the 1st week of

school. Where: practice in the MMS gym

Coaches: Mr. E. Roman (8th grade), Ms.M. Ruiz (7th grade)

Basketball (Boys) Boy’s basketball is an interscholastic athletic program with competition between

other middle schools in the WPIAL. The fundamentals necessary for playing at the

varsity level are taught with emphasis on teamwork and developing a winning

attitude. The team plays a twenty-four game schedule and also enters several

tournaments.

Grades: 7th - 8th, boys

Fees/Expenses: none

When: Practice begins in mid-Nov. and continues through mid-Feb.

Both practices and games are after school. Some practices are held over vacations.

Coach: Mr. P. Perrone (8th grade), Mr. J. Smalley (7th grade)

Interscholastic Sports

Cheerleading Cheerleaders cheer at all girls and boys home basketball games as well as all the home

football games. They do cheers, dances and chants to promote student and parent

participation. The cheerleaders also provide positive support and encouragement of all

athletes and the rest of the student body. Cheerleaders are role models for great school

spirit!!

Grades: 7th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: Items to be purchased are uniform parts such as body suit,

socks, shoes, spankies, spandex pants and a jacket. - cost varies

When: practice two or three days per week for two hours, games usually two day per week depending on the sport

Coach: TBD

Baseball Each middle school has its own 7th/8th grade team. The schedule consists of

approximately eighteen games against 7th, 8th and 9th grade teams.

Grades: 7th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: purchase shoes

When: spring

Where: MMS Coach: Mr. J. Smalley/ Mr. M. Kohler

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Cross Country This is an interscholastic sport with dual meet and invitational meet competition

with other schools. Students from Ingomar, Carson and Marshall Middle

Schools form one team.

Grades: 7th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: Practice begins in mid-Aug. and continues through the 3rd week of

Oct. Practice is daily (Mon. - Fri.) following school until 5:15 PM. Where: MMS students are bussed to Carson after school.

Coach: Mr. J. Winschel; Mr. D. Williams

Football Football is an interscholastic football program with competition between middle

schools in the WPIAL. The first three days are devoted to conditioning, getting

uniforms, explaining positions and responsibilities. Participants learn fundamentals

and game strategies. Each boy is responsible for securing transportation

Grades: 7th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: purchase own shoes

When: Practice begins a week before school starts and

continues until the end of Oct. Coaches: Mr. P. Perrone and Mr. J. Smalley

Interscholastic Sports

Soccer (Boys) Students from Ingomar, Carson, and Marshall are selected to participate on one of

two interscholastic teams. The two teams play against other middle school teams in

the WPIAL.

Grades: 7th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: purchase shoes

When: Fall

Where: Marshal Middle School Coaches: Black: Mr. A. Alessandro Moreira Gold: Mr. D.Bucci

Soccer (Girls) Students from Ingomar, Carson, and Marshal Middle Schools are selected to play on one of two interscholastic teams. The two teams play against other middle

school teams in the WPIAL.

Grades: 7th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: purchase shoes

When: Fall

Where: Marshal Middle School

Coaches: Black - Ms. A. Rusnic; Gold - TBD

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Softball (Girls) Students from Ingomar, Carson, and Marshall Middle Schools are selected to play on

the fast pitch team. This team competes in interscholastic competition against other

WPIAL teams. District busses take students to practice at NAI after school.

Grades: 7th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: purchase shoes

When: spring

Where: Marshall Middle School and NAI Coach: Gold—TBD, Black—TBD

Volleyball (Girls) Students participate in a volleyball program that has as its objective to teach basic

volleyball skills and to develop the team concept.

Grades: 7th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: purchase shoes

When: begins in Feb.

Where: Marshall Middle School and NAI

Coach: Ms. C. Butterini

Track Athletes compete in a variety of sprinting, middle distance, distance, relay,

jumping and throwing events at both dual meets and invitationals. Team

competition includes six to seven dual meets and three invitationals against

other middle schools. District busses take students to practice after school

Grades: 7th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: The season begins the 1st Mon. of Mar. and ends around the 2nd week

of May. Practice is Mon. through Fri. until 5:15 Where: NAI

Coach: TBD

Wrestling Matches are held with other junior high and middle schools in the WPIAL. Practic-es are held each day at the Intermediate High School. Some weekend travel occurs

for tournaments. District busses take students to practice after school.

Grades: 7th—8th

Fees/Expenses: purchase shoes

When: Winter

Where: NAI

Coach: Black—TBD, Gold—TBD

Interscholastic Sports

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Interscholastic Sports

Field Hockey This is a club sport with competition between schools. Students from Ingomar,

Carson, and Marshall Middle Schools form one team The participants are taught

the fundamentals of field hockey.

Grades: 7th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: purchase shoes

When: fall

Where: NAI Coach: Ms. L. Kerr

Lacrosse (Girls) Practices are held three days a week. Students from Ingomar, Carson, and

Marshall Middle Schools make up two teams and play other area middle school

teams.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: $75 - $150

When: spring

Where: Marshall Middle School and NASH Stadium Coach: TBS

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Intramural Basketball Students will receive some instruction in basketball techniques. Most of the time

students will be playing games. Sign up at the winter sports meeting.

Intramural Sports

Available depending on student interest

Fall/Winter/Spring. $25 per season

Some examples:

Intramural Street Hockey Students pick teams randomly by number of students who sign up. Teams then

compete for the MMS Street Hockey Championship. The prize for winning the

championship is a pizza party! Some instruction is given in street hockey basics.

Main purpose is for everyone to have fun and to participate.

Intramural Flag Football Teams are chosen by homeroom. Teams then compete for the 6th grade cham-pionship. The prize for winning the championship is a pizza party! Some in-

struction is given in football basics. Main purpose is for everyone to have fun

and to participate.

.Intramural Tennis Students receive basic instruction in tennis rules and play. Students compete in

singles and doubles matches.

Intramural Weight Training Students utilize the weights for strength training and conditioning. Instruction is

given in the proper use of the weights.

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Band All groups perform in two concerts per year and outside performances such as

Band Day with the marching band, at shopping malls, and special assemblies.

Outgrowths of this program include: PMEA Festivals, Allegheny Valley

Honors Band and the Jazz Ensemble.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: must have instrument

When: meets during band class with some special

groups meeting before and after school Sponsor: Mr. W. Taylor

Chorus For any student with an interest in singing. A variety of musical pieces are

performed. Concerts for the school are held twice a year.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: meets during chorus class with some special groups

meeting before and after school; performances in December and May

Sponsor: Mr. J. Furlong/Ms. P. Bauer

Jazz Ensemble The Jazz Band is comprised of select student/musicians who meet each week

after school to practice. Instrumentation is limited to: 5/6 alto sax, 2 tenor sax,

1 bari sax, 6-7 trumpets, 5-6 trombones, piano, bass, guitar, drums..

Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th

Fees/Expenses: $25 Yearly

When: Tuesday morning before school.

Sponsor: Mr. W. Taylor

Choral Ensemble Interested students audition for small group performances. They perform

separate from the choral groups at the bi-annual concerts.

Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: practices are before and/or after school

Sponsor: Mr. J. Furlong/Ms. Bauer

Music

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Orchestra There are two concerts and outside performances such as string festivals, all

district string concert and the county court house. Outgrowths of the program

include PMEA festivals and string quartets.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: meets during orchestra class with some special

groups meeting before and after school Sponsor: Mrs. D. Leasure

Music

String Ensemble This is a by audition only group. The string ensemble affords the advanced student an opportunity to rehearse and perform Baroque

string music.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: rehearsals during activity periods and afterschool,.

Sponsor: Mrs. D. Leasure

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Counselor Aides Counseling aides help out in the Counseling Office by distributing passes to the

homerooms each morning. They also help out by keeping track of the students’

birthdays; by listing them for morning announcements and writing a card for

each student. At the beginning of the school year, several aides help by

distributing assignment books to the 7th and 8th grade students.

Grades: 6th, 7th, and 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: each morning of the school year

Where: Counseling Office Sponsor: Ms. S. Connor/Mr. J. Smalley

Service Jobs

P. A. Announcers Announcers must be energetic students who like to talk. Announcers will make announcements every morning with a team of other students. Teams will rotate

throughout the year so that everyone who wants to participate will have a chance to

perform the announcements.

Grades: 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: during AM homeroom; Students will need to follow the sched-

ule for their specific time.

Where: Counseling Office

Sponsor: Mr. Smalley/Ms. Connor

Stage Crew Students are selected based on interest and are trained in using the light board,

sound system, and special lighting and sound effects. The students in stage crew

are responsible for setting up the stage for concerts and assemblies.

Grades: 6th, 7th and 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: during some activity periods, after school and evening

performances Where: stage/auditorium

Sponsor: Mr. Furlong

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Student Council The Student Council is important to the organization and the operation of school

activities. It sponsors many activities of the school and has a voice in its operations.

The student body elects the five officers.

Grades: 6th, 7th and 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: all year during school and some after school participation

Where: Student Council Office

Sponsor: Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

Student Government

Student Council Representatives A student can become a representative for Student Council if they applied and had 25

names and a short essay.

Grades: 6th, 7th and 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: meetings twice a month during activity period plus committee meetings

as needed Where: TBD

Sponsor: Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

Student Council Committees: Sponsors:—

Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S. Kuhlber

Budget Committee: Grades 6, 7, 8 This committee consists of Student Council members who volunteer to work on the Student Council Budget for the

year. This commitment involves a few meetings and presentation to the entire Student Council for a vote.

Dance Committee: Grades 6, 7, 8 This committee consists of students interested in helping with dances/socials. Students volunteer to help choose a

Spirit Committee : Grades 6, 7, 8 This committee consists of students interested in helping to choose Spirit Day themes and publicize the day by mak-

ing posters and announcements.

Staff Appreciation Committee: Grades 6, 7, 8 This committee consists of students interested in planning Staff Appreciation and Bus Driver Appreciation Days.

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Diversity Contest Each October, students are invited to participate in a diversity contest. They are asked to

use their literary or artistic skills to develop a presentation that exemplifies diversity.

Students make entries out of clay, two dimensional media, poetry, verse, music, video,

essay and/or some other creative means. The entries are submitted for judging by the

Diversity Committee and Barnes and Noble personnel. Several recognition ceremonies are

planned for the contest winners and prizes include gift certificates, bonds, and/or

mementos.

Grades: 6th, 7th and 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

Sponsor: Diversity Committee and Barnes and Noble

Girls Overnight Leadership Development (GOLD) This is an overnight program for all 8th grade girls in NA . The purpose of the program

is to enhance self-esteem and make the girls aware of situations which cause a decline in

self-esteem at this age such as eating disorders, alcohol/drug addiction, dating situations,

image, leadership and relationship aggression. During the program the girls are divided

into groups which are lead by 10th - 12th grade female students who have been trained to

serve as facilitators and mentors to the participants. There is also an hour of free time

where the girls can sit and talk, play volleyball or basketball, dance, get their nails

painted, watch a movie, or try to sneak a little nap.

Grades: 8th girls

Fees/Expenses: $20.00

When: Fri., 8:00 PM to Sat. 7:00 AM– Usually in January or February

Where: TBD Sponsor: TBD

Student Interest

Mini-Course Day This is one day in which all students have the opportunity to explore their interests by

selecting courses and activities that are offered throughout the day. These courses are

offered by teachers and reflect a variety of skills, hobbies and interests.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: nominal admission fees - if applicable

When: during school, one day in spring

Coordinator: Mr. Smalley/Ms. Connor

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Grades: 6th , 7th and 8th

Fees/Expenses: none

When: one week usually in the second semester

Where: Marshall Middle School Sponsor: Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

School Spirit Day This is an opportunity for students to show their school spirit. Each day has a theme -

college sweatshirt day, black and gold day, etc. Listen for announcements about these

fun days!

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Student Interest

School Dances Come to a dance, meet some new friends, listen to music and show your moves!

There are dances throughout the school year. Listen for announcements about these

fun events.

Grades: 6th - 8th

Fees/Expenses: admission is around $3.00

When: dates will be announced : 6th grade socials are held after school. 7th and 8th

grade dances are held on Friday evenings. Where: Cafeteria

Talent Show Tryouts and a series of practices lead to an entertaining event filled with the many talents of the MMS students. The talent show features various acts including singers, dancers,

musicians, magicians and more!

Grades: 6th, 7th and 8th

Fees/Expenses: Students provide their own props and costumes.

When: after school practices, show during school in Feb.

Where: MMS auditorium—March 6th

Sponsors: Mr. Furlong

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Academics After School Achievement Program— Ms. S. Connor, Mr. D. Knorr

AMC 7 and AMC 8 - Mr. D. Williams

Civil War Week - Mr. M. Murslack, Mrs. T. Devlin

Junior Classical League (JCL) - NAI—Ms. B.Block

National Academic League (NAL) - Mr. D. Williams

National French Exam - TBD

National Latin Exam - TBD

Spelling Bee - Mr. D. Williams

Art Central Board Room Display - Mrs. D. Kline, Mrs. S. Carson

Charity/Fund Raisers Book Fair- Mr. J. Prince, Mrs. S. Bayer

Box Tops- Mr. J. Prince, Mrs. S. Bayer

Canned Food Drive - / Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

Magazine Sale/Donation Drive -Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

Pasta for Pennies - Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

Caring Place —Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber Club Sports Ice Hockey - Mr. J. Black

Inline Hockey - TBD

Lacrosse (Boys) -Spring—Mr. C. Omsits Clubs Book Club/ Popcorn & Paperbacks - Mr. J. Prince Newspaper - Mrs. Moschetta

Technology Student Association (TSA) - Mr. M. Kohler, Mr. N. Vorrasi

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Interscholastic Sports Baseball - Mr. J. Smalley

Basketball (Boys) - Mr. P. Perrone, Mr. J. Smalley

Basketball (Girls) - Mr. E. Roman, Ms. M. Ruiz

Cheerleading - TBD

Cross Country - Mr. J. Winschel, Mr. D. Williams

Field Hockey— Ms. L. Kerr,

Football - Mr. P. Perrone, Mr. J. Smalley

Lacrosse (Girls) - TBD

Soccer (Boys) - Black— Mr. A. Moreira Gold– Mr. D. Bucci

Soccer (Girls) - Black - Ms. A. Rusnic; Gold - TBD

Softball (Girls) - Black—TBD: Gold TBD Track - TBD

Volleyball (Girls) Ms. C. Butterini

Wrestling - Black - TBD Gold - TBD

Intramural Sports: Fall/Winter/Spring Available depending on student interest.

Fall/Mr. D. Knorr

Winter/Spring/ Mr. E. Roman /Mr. P. Perrone

Examples: Intramural Volleyball - Intramural Basketball - Intramural Flag Football -

Intramural Street Hockey - Intramural Tennis - Intramural Weight Training -

Music Band - Mr. W. Taylor

Chorus - Mr. J. Furlong/Ms. Bauer

Choral Ensemble - Mr. J. Furlong

Jazz Ensemble - Mr. W. Taylor

Orchestra - Mrs. D. Leasure

String Ensemble - Mrs. D. Leasure

Service Jobs Counselor Aides - Ms. S. Connor, Mr. J. Smalley

P.A. Announcers - Ms. S. Connor, Mr. Jeff Smalley

Stage Crew - Mr. J Furlong

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Student Government

Student Council Representatives - Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

Student Council - Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

Student Council Committees - Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

Budget Committee

Dance Committee

Spirit Committee

Staff Appreciation Committee

Student Interest Diversity Contest - Diversity Committee

Girls Overnight Leadership Development (GOLD)

Mini-Course Day - Ms. S. Connor, Mr. J Smalley

School Dances - Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

School Spirit Week - Mrs. B Bilenski and Mrs. S Kuhlber

Talent Show - TBD

Teachers, sponsors, and coaches can be reached in the

following ways:

Telephone

MMS Office (724) 934-6060

ATHLETIC OFFICE (724) 934-7238

OR

E-mail

Addresses for North Allegheny School District personnel is

the first letter of their first name followed by their

last name @northallegheny.org

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