Branagan’s Bulletin

Week of November 12 – 16, 2018

I hope all of you had a wonderful long weekend!  It was such a great week to be a Sachem!  There were so many celebrations of your hard work and determination that truly show the spirit and pride of our school.  Some of the biggest highlights of the week came with the second annual 21^st Century Learning Conference, which was held on Friday.  You engaged with the conference with such pride and commitment.  It was awesome to watch you learn, engage, participate in the many workshops and presentations.  Thank you for making every member of the faculty and staff proud on Friday...you rocked the conference. 

Also, BRAVO to the Speech and Theater Workshop for an outstanding job with the performance of “Our Town” this past weekend.  The cast and crew were amazing.  The acting, sound effects and the set were a testament to your commitment to making the fall show a tremendous success!

Lastly…Welcome to the first official week of Quarter II, so raise the bar even higher for yourself…because that is what Sachems do…continuing to grow!  We have a very busy week ahead…so, here we go!

1. Sachem Shout-Out:
• Congratulations to the MHS Cheerleaders for placing fifth in the South Division at the South Regional Competition on Sunday at Franklin High School.  Great job Sachems!!  You have had a great season and we are beyond proud of you!
• Congratulations to the members of the MHS Cross Country Team who represented the Black and Orange at the Eastern Massachusetts League Championships.  We are so proud of the work you have done this year.
• Thank you to the MHS Band for their participation in the Veteran’s Day events on Saturday at the Town Hall.  As always, you make us so proud.
• Congratulations to the Unified Basketball Team for an outstanding, UNDEFEATED SEASON of basketball.  We are so proud all athletes and unified partners.  Well done, Sachems!
• Congratulations to the Majorettes who appeared in the UMASS Band Day Event at Gillette Stadium on Saturday.  Well done!
• Thank you to Natalia Parkinson, Lexi Bouldry, Sophia Ramos and Julie Mulloy who represented out school on Saturday morning at the final Open House for the 8^th graders.  The morning was a complete success because of each of you.  Thank you for your help.
• BRAVO to Speech and Theater Workshop for an outstanding performance of “Our Town” Job well done, STW!
• Congratulations to Abby Wager who will represent MHS at the MIAA Recognition Breakfast for her outstanding season in Cross Country.  We are proud of you, Abby!

2. Spirit Week 2018:  The GREATEST Week is almost here!!
• The annual Spirit Week begins next week!  You do not want to miss out

                                          i.    Monday, November 19:  Gym Decorating – 2:00 – 4:00pm

                                         ii.    Monday, November 19:  Powder Puff and Bonfire begins at 6:00pm at Battis Field.

                                        iii.    Tuesday, November 20:  Pep Rally!!  J

                                       iv.    Wednesday, November 21:  NO SCHOOL

                                        v.    Thursday, November 22:  Thanksgiving Football Game vs. Carver at CARVER HIGH SCHOOL at 10:00am!

• ATTENTION ALL JUNIORS AND SENIORS:  In order to participate in any part of the Powder Puff Game, you MUST complete the permission slip/packet no later than Friday, November 16.  Permissions Slips/Packet can be found in the main office.  There will be NO EXCEPTIONS to this rule.  Please complete all forms necessary to participate in the Powder Puff Game next Monday.

3.  Spirit Banners are DUE:
• Just a friendly reminder that Spirit Banners are due to no later than Friday, November 16^th to the main office!  If you have any questions, please see your coach/advisor or Mr. Branagan with any questions.
4. Student Council Updates:

• Executive Board Meeting - Tuesday, November 13 – 6:00pm

• Full Student Council Meeting - Wednesday, November 14 - 7:00pm

5. Winter Sports Meeting – Thursday, November 15

• The Winter Sports Meeting for all Winter Athletes will be held on Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 6:00pm in the MHS Auditorium.  All students playing a winter sport must attend this meeting. 
• Please reach out to Mr. Sylvia with any questions. 

7.  Quarter I Report Cards Distributed – Friday, November 16:
• Just a friendly reminder that Quarter I Report Cards will be distributed on Friday, November 16 at 1:40pm during a special advisory session at the end of the day. 

8. FamilySTRONG Meeting – Wednesday, November 14
• The FamilySTRONG Program will be hosting a very special and informative evening for all parents on Wednesday, November 14, 2018. We are honored to welcome Mr. Donald Kerr, Senior Manager for Student Lending for AAA Northeast.  Mr. Kerr will share important information regarding the FAFSA and the financial aid process.  We hope you can join the FamilySTRONG Team for this very informative and engaging evening.  We hope to see you there!

9.  FutureSTRONG – Career of the Week
• This week, MHS will focus on the career of Preschool and Kindergarten Teaching.  We will welcome Amanda Coelho, Owner and Teacher at Shepherd’s Path to come and talk about the road to this career.  Come and meet Mrs. Coelho on Friday during your lunch in the MHS Library. 
• Please see Mrs. Miller in Guidance with any questions.

Have a great week and be good to each other!   

Branagan J

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